VCA Metzger Animal Hospital

Reviews

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  Lauren Woomer

  3 days ago
  5.0
  I can’t say enough great things. I have always taken my pets to CP, and while they are great over there as well, I didn’t want to wait forever to be seen and Metzgers had an opening. Dr. Abigail Henning and vet tech (I believe she is) Mikayla are truly beautiful people and understand what it means for your pet to be family. My cat had a pretty bad wound, and they took care of her wonderfully. Even after, they reached out to me to check up on my girl. Again, truly beautiful people. I couldn’t be more grateful for the staff there during a scary time. Thank you, thank you, thank you!! 🩵
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  A A Ron “yung40oz84”

  Sep 26, 2026
  5.0
  I wouldn't do this so quickly after having to out down my guinea pig who was almost 6, but the young woman at the counter (blonde hair, nose ring) made a lasting impression! She was so kind and understanding as well as supportive throughout the entire process. Nobody wants to put their pet down, it's already hard enough, so when someone like this steps up and makes sure you're comfortable, it really helps! Thank you from the bottom of my heart! ❤️
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  Apurv Tiwari

  Sep 24, 2026
  1.0
  I am sitting at VCA as I write this, still waiting for my dog to receive what I would consider an actual examination, and this has been one of the most frustrating veterinary experiences I have had. Before the veterinarian had even examined my dog, I felt repeatedly pressured to authorize roughly $500 in bloodwork and other laboratory testing. I gave the nurse detailed information about my dog’s symptoms and the health issues that brought us here. Instead of asking additional questions or having the veterinarian examine the dog first, I was told that she had already spoken with the doctor and that the doctor wanted to order the tests. I declined to authorize them at that point. I did not refuse testing. I simply said I wanted the veterinarian to actually examine my dog first and then explain what she believed was going on, what she was looking for, and why those specific tests were clinically indicated. That apparently was too much to ask. When the veterinarian finally came in, she did not even appear to have the correct information about the symptoms I had already described. Yet almost every part of the conversation seemed to circle right back to how important the lab work was. The nurse and veterinarian have now come into the room twice and, as it was communicated to me, they cannot move forward with examining my dog unless I agree to purchase the bloodwork. Think about that for a moment. I brought my dog to a veterinary hospital because something is wrong. I expected a veterinarian to take a history, ask appropriate follow-up questions, physically examine the animal, develop a differential diagnosis, and THEN explain what diagnostic testing is warranted and why. Instead, my experience has been: recommend approximately $500 in testing first, repeatedly push for authorization, and make the examination seemingly contingent upon agreeing to those tests. I have no objection whatsoever to paying for medically necessary diagnostic testing. If an examination leads the veterinarian to believe that $500, $1,000, or more in testing is genuinely necessary, explain the clinical reasoning to me and I will make an informed decision about my dog’s care. What I strongly object to is feeling pressured to approve an expensive diagnostic package before the veterinarian has even performed a meaningful examination or demonstrated an accurate understanding of the symptoms that brought us here. Veterinary medicine requires diagnostics. I understand that. But diagnostics should support clinical judgment, not substitute for taking a history, listening to the owner, and examining the patient. I came here worried about my dog. I should not also have to fight to get the basic veterinary examination I came here for before being repeatedly asked to authorize hundreds of dollars in testing. This experience has left me with very serious concerns about how care is being approached at this hospital.
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  Megan Emel

  Sep 15, 2026
  5.0
  Called ahead to see if I should come in they suggested i did so I came in late at night with my dog who had an allergic reaction. The staff were amazing, quick, compassionate and patient with me as I was also juggling a toddler. They got him back quickly examined him and treated him and took time to explain what was happening and the treatment plan. The receptionist was especially kind and helpful. Fair pricing especially for an emergency vet. All around an amazing staff who helped make a scary experience a little bit easier. 10/10 reccomend!
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  Karen Gobrecht

  Sep 13, 2026
  5.0
  Exceptional care with our Maggie, she was experiencing severe coughing sessions during the night. Was worried that she might have something stuck in her throat. The personal at Metzger’s was very thorough with the examination and with informing us what Maggie was experiencing. Thank you. God Bless you all.

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