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VCA Anderson Mill Animal Hospital

Updated 2026-10-06 · 1,242 reviewed · 240 listed · Scored from 252 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.4(252) 77 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified
General Practice VetsExotic & Avian VetsHolistic & Integrative Vets
VCA Anderson Mill Animal Hospital
Location
Acres West, Austin
Services
General Practice Vets, Exotic & Avian Vets, Holistic & Integrative Vets
Reviews
252
Ranking
#74 in General Practice Vets
Best for
Pet owners seeking calm, attentive care for anxious or nervous animals; first-time visitors on a budget.

Business data from Google Business Profile, checked 2026-10-06. Facts from the business's own website were fetched 2026-10-06.

What recent reviews say

Staff consistently handle nervous pets with gentleness and provide welcoming service; newer reviews highlight affordable first-visit pricing and stress-reducing blankets for carriers. However, diagnostic charges accumulate quickly (exam plus multiple testing fees), and older complaints about delayed follow-up after serious illness remain unresolved in the record.

Praised for
  • compassionate with anxious pets
  • staff attentiveness and care
  • stress-reducing amenities
  • affordable for first-time visits
  • clean facilities
Watch-outs
  • high diagnostic and exam fees
  • inconsistent follow-up communication
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Best for: Pet owners seeking calm, attentive care for anxious or nervous animals; first-time visitors on a budget.
Think twice if: Owners on fixed income should budget for diagnostic costs, which can accumulate rapidly beyond the initial exam fee.

Where this business shines

  • calm, patient handling of anxious pets
  • welcoming staff and reception
  • first-visit affordability with gifts
  • clean, sterile environment

Worth knowing

  • Dr. Hardy praised for patience with large breed dogs
  • stress-reducing blankets available for pet carriers
  • first-time visitors receive gifts
  • relief vet Dr. Tripp noted as helpful and informative
  • older complaint: delayed follow-up on respiratory test results lasting over a week during active illness

What reviews say by service

General Practice Vets
Strong on anxiety management and preventive care; diagnostic charges accumulate beyond exam cost.
Low-Cost & Nonprofit Vet Clinics
First-visit pricing competitive; ongoing care fees concern budget-conscious owners.
Holistic & Integrative Vets
Website claims cold laser therapy and behavior/nutritional counseling, but limited review detail.

How it compares

  • Rated 4.4 against a 4.62 average across the 214 general practice vets businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 61% of the businesses in this directory.

What earned this score?

How We Score
Star rating 61
Review volume 100
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 53
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

5
201
4
12
3
9
2
3
1
27

Common questions

Do they have strategies for anxious pets?
Yes. Staff use stress-reducing blankets over carriers and are trained to handle nervous animals with patience and gentleness. Newer reviews praise their ability to keep pets calm during visits.
What should I budget for a diagnostic visit?
Exam fees start at $100, with additional charges for specific tests (e.g., $100 per test mentioned in reviews). One reviewer's senior dog visit totaled over $500 for exams and diagnostics before treatment.
Do they offer anything for first-time customers?
Yes. First-time visitors receive gifts, and reviews note competitive pricing on initial visits.

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Last updated 2026-10-06