VCA Antioch Animal Hospital - Deer Valley
“My 16-year-old cat had been acting “off” for a few days — hiding, sleeping in unusual places, just not himself. It felt small and maybe even silly to worry about, but I knew something wasn’t right.
I brought him to VCA Antioch Animal Hospital – Deer Valley and never once was I made to feel dramatic or silly. Dr. Schutzman spent quality time with me listening to my concerns and helping figure out a plan for my old man.
After diagnostics, we learned he is dealing with significant arthritis. We started pain medication that day, gave fluids to help perk him up, ran lab work (which thankfully came back perfect), and started Solensia injections to help manage his osteoarthritis.
Every day since, he’s slowly getting back to himself by roaming the house again and acting more like the cat I know and love.
I’m incredibly appreciative that the team listened to me and took my concerns seriously. Kara and Hollie were wonderful assistants for Dr. Schutzman, and Jenelle and Melanie at the front desk were patient, kind, professional, and so helpful throughout the visit.
I also routinely bring my Lhasa Apso there for grooming with Sal and Julie, and they always do an amazing job (plus the doctors here manage her diabetes!). I’ve had experiences with Dr. Mulgrew helping my other dog when she needed her eye removed, and Davina and Linda have consistently helped with prescriptions accurately and promptly, always communicating clearly when medications are ready and helping set me up with home delivery for food and medications so I don’t have to remember everything myself.
The hospital has also helped my family through very sensitive situations, including helping my mother compassionately say goodbye to both her cat and dog. During those difficult moments, the team was incredibly caring and supportive.
Overall, this is an excellent hospital. I am so thankful to have found a team that provides not only wonderful medical care and customer service, but also affordable options, especially through their wellness plans.
Thank you to everyone at VCA Antioch Animal Hospital – Deer Valley for all that you do ❤”
