Veterinarian recommendations? I'm looking for a vet for my new large breed puppy.
We took him for his first check up to Banfield at Petsmart in Natomas and I absolutely hated it. The entire thing was a sales job. First the receptionist spent 10 minutes pushing the Wellness Plan. Fair enough, that's her job. Then the vet tech comes in, spends 5 minutes looking at Abe, then 10 minutes pushing the Wellness Plan. Ok, at least we're about to see the vet, right? Technically we did, but really he was just another sales rep. I didn't feel like we actually got anything from them except a sales pitch and care recommendations that feed into the sales pitch. I vowed never to return to that place if I can help it.
So I'm looking for a vet that'll be good for my large breed dog. One that actually cares about the animal's wellness, not just selling a Wellness Plan. I take my cats to the VCA in West Sac and I like it well enough, but figured I'd see what recommendations you folks have.
areawoman34 replied:
OMG, don't go to Banfield! They are the absolute devil. We go to Dr. Saraydarian (though I can't pronounce his name so I call him Dr. Serendipity) in Elk Grove. Very experienced and good prices. http://www.countryveterinaryhospital.com/ Another option is VCA Bradshaw but do not let them just assign you to a vet. Request Dr. Catching or else don't go there.