VCA Davis Animal Hospital

Reviews

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  Chris

  2 days ago
  1.0
  WENT IN FOR VACCINE AND WAS INJECTED WITH WRONG DRUG. My dog was here for a simple vaccine visit. I was not even offered the chance to go into exam room with her. Next thing I know a vet comes out to tell me she was accidentally given the wrong medication - Librella - a drug for arthritis - which she does not have. I was not told how such a serious mistake could have happened or what steps would be taken to prevent something like this in the future. Instead, I was offered an apology and a Librella pamphlet with dozens of possible side effects to look out for. Hardly reassuring given an error of this magnitude. I trust a veterinarian with my dogs well being, and mistakes like this are unacceptable. Whether it was negligence, poor communication or disregard for accountability, it says alot about this clinics internal standards. There are plenty of other reputable veterinarians in the area, I will be seeking care elsewhere Im sure they will offer some canned response to this post but they will not be able to deny this happened.
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  Emily Klein

  Aug 31, 2025
  1.0
  I had an awful experience last weekend with Dr. Schmidt. I brought my 3 year old cavapoo in to be seen for an emergency, bloody stool for 3+ days and Dr. Schmidt tested my dog’s stool sample, saw a “heavy bacteria presence” and gave her a fiber supplement and probiotic as treatment. I specifically asked for an antibiotic to treat the likely bacterial infection and she said “no, let’s wait and see if it gets worse before that.” I spent $500+ on this appointment. Well, in less than 6 hours it got much worse and then I had to take her to a 24/7 animal hospital (VCA Norwalk) and they treated her with antibiotics, fluids and an antiemetic. They diagnosed her the same day with a specific bacterial infection and gave her a thorough examination (over $1,000 later). Save your time, money and peace of mind and go to VCA Norwalk if your dog has an emergency. Dr. Schmidt did not provide my dog with effective care, and she was in fact arrogant and rude when I suggested an antibiotic for my very sick dog. I am dog owner for the last 17 years, and I know when my dog is that sick.
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  Robin Holloway

  Jun 2, 2025
  1.0
  This is the most nastiest disgustingness VCA place that I’ve ever went to. They charge my 18 year-old son $85 to sign up for a program that he didn’t know he was signing up for then they’re telling him he cannot cancel the program. He has to pay them over $1000 to pay the program And then they told us give us the runaround about our pitbull dog being sick that we would have to pay them over 4000 for blood work. After we paid them the $85 twice for the program they still wanted me to pay 4000 out-of-pocket for blood work. They didn’t even do the yearly blood work that comes with the program. They are a scam. Do not bring your dog there if I can give them zero stars I would I do not recommend this is a horrible.
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  Tom Gara

  May 28, 2025
  2.0
  Obscenely expensive - charged us $500 for a 20 minute visit where they examined a dog's eye and ear and prescribed some ointment. Service seems friendly and competent but the pricing is horrific - apparently this is a big corporation known for taking over local vet clinics and jacking up the prices. Beware!

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