This is a public service announcement. There are two types of Zyrtec. One is good for treating allergies, and the other will kill your dog. Unfortunately the vet at Blue Cross Animal Clinic didn't clarify this fact. I discovered my mistake in the middle of the night after calling pet poison control, driving to Roadrunner Animal Hospital in Algodones, and a $4,500.00 vet bill. Please be on your game when you visit Blue Cross Animal Clinic, because the vet that treated my dog's rash (yes, a rash is what started this nightmare) was not. Your pets life depends on it.
November 2023
I am new to Albuquerque and BCAC was recommended by a friend. I was extremely disappointed. The communication was terrible. When I was in the examination room, I felt like a bump on a log. No questions about my dog's temperament, likes, dislikes, etc. I think the lead tech spoke 3 words to me while the second tech seemed extremely inexperienced--she put my dog in a very loose and casual hold for a blood draw. They kept my dog on the floor and never invited me to help handle her. My dog did nip the inexperienced tech who was not holding her correctly when the lead tech poked her for a blood draw. I thought that the nip would provoke some discussion, but not at all.... read full review
July 2023
I was referred to Blue Cross Animal Clinic by another vet who was overbooked and decided they could not see my urgently ill pet. The receptionist immediately required my credit card number before even asking the reason for my call or letting me know the time/date of any available appointments. She then required a $50 nonrefundable deposit to make the appointment. She also said I had to fax my pet's medical records prior to the next day or 'we will revaccinate your pet.' It was a pressure scam. Unacceptable.
This is a public service announcement. There are two types of Zyrtec. One is good for treating allergies, and the other will kill your dog. Unfortunately the vet at Blue Cross Animal Clinic didn't clarify this fact. I discovered my mistake in the middle of the night after calling pet poison control, driving to Roadrunner Animal Hospital in Algodones, and a $4,500.00 vet bill. Please be on your game when you visit Blue Cross Animal Clinic, because the vet that treated my dog's rash (yes, a rash is what started this nightmare) was not. Your pets life depends on it.
I am new to Albuquerque and BCAC was recommended by a friend. I was extremely disappointed. The communication was terrible. When I was in the examination room, I felt like a bump on a log. No questions about my dog's temperament, likes, dislikes, etc. I think the lead tech spoke 3 words to me while the second tech seemed extremely inexperienced--she put my dog in a very loose and casual hold for a blood draw. They kept my dog on the floor and never invited me to help handle her. My dog did nip the inexperienced tech who was not holding her correctly when the lead tech poked her for a blood draw. I thought that the nip would provoke some discussion, but not at all.... read full review
I was referred to Blue Cross Animal Clinic by another vet who was overbooked and decided they could not see my urgently ill pet. The receptionist immediately required my credit card number before even asking the reason for my call or letting me know the time/date of any available appointments. She then required a $50 nonrefundable deposit to make the appointment. She also said I had to fax my pet's medical records prior to the next day or 'we will revaccinate your pet.' It was a pressure scam. Unacceptable.