About The Drake Center for Veterinary Care
The Drake Center for Veterinary Care, an AAHA-accredited hospital located in Encinitas, California, is dedicated to providing high-quality and compassionate care for family pets. The experienced team, led by Dr. Kovacevich, takes a thorough and conservative approach to diagnosing and treating various health concerns. The hospital is well-respected in the community, with veterinarians known for their expertise. The staff is friendly, professional, and committed to excellent care. The hospital offers a wide range of services, including digital x-rays, bloodwork, medications, and surgery, all performed on-site. The Annex, a new addition, serves as a modern facility for appointments, making the experience even more convenient for pet owners. With reasonable prices and flexible non-emergency hours, The Drake Center for Veterinary Care is a trusted choice for pet owners seeking top-notch care for their furry friends. Customers appreciate the promptness and efficiency of the staff, noting the fair charges and the absence of unnecessary tests, ensuring that pets receive the care they truly need.
I highly recommend Dr. Lee, Andrew, and the team at the Drake Center. Our cat and dog have received excellent care from the team. Dr. Lee in particular has been incredibly kind, diligent, and plain spoken when diagnosing our pets and developing a treatment plan for them.
I have 40 years of experience as a pet parent and volunteer with animal rescue/shelters in fostering many more. The Drake Center team is an excellent group of individuals who are kind, compassionate, earnest, knowledgeable, professional, and communicative. A complete package and a tribute to their profession! Search no further.
I gladly drive 35 minutes from Ocean Beach because The Drake Center for Veterinary Care is without a doubt the best vet I have ever taken my Siberian Husky, Moon (my daughter!) to. The entire team is incredibly kind, knowledgeable, and it is so clear that they genuinely love Moon and she absolutely loves them right back.
They are consistently able to get you in quickly, which I have found is rare with most veterinary clinics, and they never rush appointments. They take a significant amount of time to thoroughly discuss care plans, preventative care, and answer every question with patience and compassion. Moon has been seen by Dr. Duke, Dr. Applegate, and Dr. Dilworth,...read full review