Veterinarians near Laguna Woods

“Our usual vet was temporarily closed, so we came here with our giant baby, and we were really happy with how much they were able to accommodate his… particular needs. They were so great about showing this 131 pound goober plenty of patience and love despite his freak outs. 12/10! Highly recommend!“

“We had our first visit to Bliss in December and were very impressed by Dr. Sam and the staff. Dr. Sam took a lot of time to talk with us about our dog's issue, and we received a follow-up call as soon as the test results came back. We plan to continue with Bliss for our dogs' care. We wanted to find a vet that wasn't corporate, and Bliss fits the bill for us.“

“I've been with Alicia Pet Care for many years, going back to the original location on Alicia Parkway. They have always been kind, compassionate, and knowledgeable. The explanations on the care and treatment of my pets have always been clear and thorough. I wouldn't take my pets anywhere else.“

“The doctors & staff at South Orange County Animal Hospital are very caring & helpful.“

“Convenient location with plenty of parking. The staff is very patient with my silly, shy dog.“

“Been a client for over five years. Always responsive professional service, friendly and customer focused staff.“

“Always the best for my dogs; the staff and Dr. Mauna are wonderful. Would never go anywhere else.“

“I am extremely grateful for the outstanding treatment and supportive care my dog received, a testament to exceptional teamwork and communication. Dr. Walker, your professionalism and consistent updates were truly appreciated throughout this entire process. Given the complexities of my dog's chronic medical conditions, your skill in navigating her treatment was remarkable, further enhanced by your proactive consultation with Dr. Cieplucha regarding MJ’s diabetes. Dr. Walker excelled at keeping me informed at every step – from the initial concerns, through surgery, recovery, and upon the return of the pathology report. His thorough communication and willingness to address all my anxieties, particularly surrounding the surgery, were incredibly reassuring. Thank you for your expertise and dedication.“

“Dr. Han and his dedicated team saved our cat's life! Our beloved cat, Kiwi, had mysteriously lost almost 5lbs and was walking only in circles. We took her to 3 different veterinary clinics, and almost drove her down to Mexico for a MRI, but the day before doing so I took her to Oso Pet Care Center. I suspected she may have been suffering from nose polyps but Dr. Han's first thought was to run a test for a somewhat rare fungal disease called Cryptococcus. It came back positive so, although we were worried about her prognosis, we were relieved that someone could finally tell us what was happening to our sweet girl. Kiwi was days away from requiring euthanasia, she was in critical condition and was really suffering. Fortunately for us, she was in good hands-- Dr. Han and his team formulated an excellent strategy for her treatment. Though expensive, as all veterinary things seem to be these days, the quality of care was top-notch. Dr. Han did his very best to ensure he got her back to a healthy condition. The treatment was semi-experimental as his team had not encountered this condition first hand before but Dr. Han consulted with different colleagues and professionals to make sure he provided the best treatment possible for Kiwi. I know he did a lot of "behind the scenes" research and really dedicated a lot of his time to her case. Today, we are still fighting the fungal disease but I am grateful to say that Kiwi is back to her healthy, active and happy self. We thought we were about to lose a member of our family but thanks to Dr. Han this story has a happy ending!“

“They took us in for a late walk in when my own vet was unavailable. They ask a lot of questions so they are thorough in wanting to figure out what we have been experiencing. They are caring and friendly not only with us but also with our fur son. They even do follow up calls…so appreciated!“

“I've been going to this clinic for a year with my senior kitties.

General info:
Appointment costs are reasonable if not a bit cheaper than surrounding clinics, which is great.
The clinic is busy, but they're always able to get you in for a sudden appointment if necessary, which I'm grateful for at times when my pets had concerning health issues arise. They always try to accommodate you. There are many vets at the clinic (I've met with at least 4-5), so you'll likely visit different vets each time unless your pet has a health issue, which means you'll see the same vet until it's resolved.
Everyone is friendly and lovely and you don't feel rushed when you have an appointment. *Note: We are the voice for our pets health, so still, make sure you ask all the questions and do whatever you need for your pet, including following up on results for tests, etc.
Because all these vets come from different backgrounds, at this clinic, I've experienced different consultations: vets with firm beliefs and who make immediate diagnoses and vets who advocate doing your own research (which i appreciate) and who consider any and all options before confirming anything. My experiences with most of the vets have been pleasant, but these differences naturally have us inclined toward favoring some vets at the practice more than others.

Personal story:
First, it was an annual exam, then it was my calico's unfortunate diagnosis of chronic kidney disease. Later, my tuxedo kitty was suffering from her mouth and because they didn't have any immediate dental care openings, they insisted upon her being checked by a dental specialist at a specialist clinic and we found she had terminal cancer. I'm grateful they did not make us wait. Her loss hurts us still to this day, but this clinic was very sweet in sending a card with their condolences.

Dr. E:
My calico got pancreatitis soon after that ordeal and she was seen by Dr. E, who is kind, very informative, and dare I say, our favorite vet at the practice. My calico was sent to an internal medicine doctor for specialist care, but despite this and some continued struggles, Dr. E was always thinking of ways to help when we needed it and always patiently answering and clarifying our many, many questions. Since working with Dr. E on maintainance care, our calico has gained weight and is doing very well, even when her chronic kidney disease has slightly progressed. What really helped her get out of lasting pancreatitis symptoms by the end was B12 injections Dr. E prescribed. Due to our many positive experiences with her, we continue to ask for Dr. E and highly recommend her.

In conclusion:
We've gone to this clinic so many times in the course of a year, and every time, the receptionists, vet techs, and vets have been wonderful to our cats and the prices of anything and everything have been fairly decent (highly recommend pet insurance with senior pets though). I would recommend this place for your pet's medical care, especially with Dr. E. and Dr. Roberts.

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“Excellent care and the staff is beyond fabulous! I am so grateful to have found such great people who really care about my dogs.
Thank you so much! ❤️❤️❤️
Kate Farlow“

“Sylvia is the BEST and she is truly an animal lover! She was so attentive and loving to all fur babies boarded. We are so grateful that our dog had a great time staying there and felt loved. I would highly recommend OC Pet Nurse for pet boarding services.“

“doctor helps to heal two of my cats, one 5 years old male and one 2 month old female. Both recover in 2 days! Amazing work!“

“I’m an old animal lover been through many vets over my lifetime and these people are wonderful. They make my little shelter cat so calm and happy and take very good care of him. Their place is so clean and cheerful and it’s It’s so refreshing to find a vet you feel so comfortable & confident with Thank you!“

“They’ve always taken great care of our pets and appointments are always punctual. Vets and assistants are knowledgable and answer all of our questions.“

“I've been taking my animals to this place for 30 years. They are very knowlageable and kind to all.“

“The staff were super nice. Especially the ones who greet you when you come in. We were seen immediately and they found what was wrong and gave us the right medication for our little one. Cost is a bit high but I'm glad he's feeling and getting better.“

“They really make you feel like family and your pet is one of their own! Highly recommend this vet!“

“Absolutely wonderful experience. Dr. Mendelsohn was amazing. She explained all of the issues in very clear and understandable language. She also has a very holistic approach that properly values pharmaceuticals while considering their potential impact on the body's immune system. Staff was equally outstanding and, as always, all charges were clearly explained and quite reasonable - especially considering the treatment and work done.“

“Dr. Kelly is experienced, kind, and straightforward. I highly recommend her. Your pet will be in good hands.“

“Always great service, they take amazing care of all of my pets. Exotics and dogs! I love Carma, and their little store always has interesting things =)“

“Doc Mac and crew are so supportive! Kim & April are always so helpful as well! Thanks to the Tustana team, my dogs life has been extended thus in-turn, mine as well!“

“We like this hospital very much. Dr Melville is a great doctor and friend of animals. She is very knowledgeable, experienced and attentive. The staff is very friendly and helpful.“

“My girlfriend has been raving about her first vet visit to this location. She used to work at her last vet and would get special treatment because she knew all the staff, so for her to rave about a new place amazed me! A great place to take your cats!“

“I just adopted my two new fur babies and needed to have a vet in place for them. I was impressed with the friendliness and professionalism of all the staff. Dr. Holden was efficient but still took time to let my shy baby warm up a little before the exam.“