**** I cannot express enough gratitude for the care, compassion, and kindness our family received from the entire team at Advanced Veterinary Care Center. We first brought our beloved Jack there about a month ago in a very serious condition. He was suffering from acute kidney problems in addition to advanced heart disease. The team treated him with extraordinary competence and care, and he improved enough to come home and spend three more precious weeks with our family. Those weeks meant more to us than words can describe. Unfortunately, we had to return when Jack went into severe congestive heart failure and was struggling to breathe. From the moment we arrived, everyone treated him with urgency, tenderness, and respect. They placed him in oxygen, tried to stabilize him, explained every detail honestly, and gave us the time and support we needed to face the most painful decision of our lives. Jack passed away there in my arms, exactly as I wanted: close to me, surrounded by love. My husband and our children were also able to be present and participate in saying goodbye. The staff created a peaceful, private, and loving environment for us. Even during such a heartbreaking moment, they were gentle, patient, compassionate, and deeply respectful of both Jack and our family. Today, they called to let me know that Jack's ashes had arrived and were ready to be picked up. That call brought all the pain back, but it also reminded me of how thoughtfully they cared for every part of this experience--from trying to save his life to helping us honor him after his passing. Jack was not "just a dog." He was our family, our companion, and one of the greatest loves of our lives. We will forever be grateful that, during his final moments, he was surrounded by people who understood how deeply he was loved. Thank you to every doctor, nurse, technician, and staff member who cared for Jack and supported our family. Your professionalism was exceptional, but it was your humanity, warmth, and compassion that we will never forget. Letizzia Bafile read more

The doctors (vet doctors) were very supportive and clear about the situation of Tara. Some girls from the desk received us with the amount of the invoice, FIRST and before say hello... She needs to be trained about more human interaction. We hope Tara will be okey, and with all the care received and the labs the veterinarian group are having, they can develop a good follow up in order to improve the very delicate state of Tara. read more

THE BEST 5 star dog hotel/hospital! From start to end, the care was incredible, you pay $$$ but it was worth every penny. I brought my baby Charlie in because she was lethargic and had vaginal discharge, they brought her in the back to do an ultrasound. The doctor invited me in the back to see the ultrasound live, which was scary news but felt nice to be able to see what was going on. They explained they had to do emergency surgery to spay her because she had PYOMETRA. They provided me a quote up front, low to high end. (Not cheap but you get what you pay for!) When they cut her open they found she was septic, the bacteria had spread throughout her abdomen. It was possible she may not make it and this was very hard to hear. Surgeon Dr A was compassionate and very knowledgeable! She informed me of everything along the way and it felt very genuine, you can tell she really cares for animals. My baby was there for 2 nights, the entire staff was very sweet but I have to give it to LEX .... both nights she was taken care of by LEX, she went above and beyond sending photos and updates and even snuggles to make sure my baby felt loved and safe. We came to visit, she set up a room and we got to snuggle her and bring her a stuffed animal. This place deserves 10 stars because it really is that amazing! DO NOT GO ANYWHERE ELSE! Your baby deserves this kind of care ‍ read more

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I brought my 5-year-old French Bulldog, Drax, to Advanced Veterinary because he was very sick and we were desperately trying to figure out what was wrong with him. I came in with his medical history, FNA results, and multiple clues that I believe should have helped his doctors get to the bottom of what was happening. We saw oncologist Dr. Sindy Piscoya, who recommended a CT scan. My understanding was that during the CT they would also obtain a biopsy of Drax's enlarged lymph nodes so we could get a more definitive diagnosis. The CT findings raised concern for possible lymphoma. When I picked Drax up after the CT, however, I was told that the biopsy had NOT been performed because, according to Dr. Piscoya, his lymph nodes were "too small" to biopsy. This was extremely confusing to me, particularly because his reports described enlarged lymph nodes. Instead, Drax was prescribed antibiotics and sent home. He improved somewhat initially, but he was still struggling and clearly was not well. Advanced then scheduled him to see Dr. Macho, but the appointment was more than a month away. During that time, Drax continued to decline. I eventually sought a second opinion elsewhere, and Drax was diagnosed with lymphoma. His condition deteriorated rapidly. He began having seizures, became extremely sick, and ultimately died. What is especially difficult for me to accept is how much time was lost. After his CT scan, the findings were explained to me in what felt like less than three minutes before Drax was sent home. Looking back, I realize that he spent weeks being treated for something other than the lymphoma he was ultimately diagnosed with. I understand that veterinary medicine is complicated and that not every disease can be diagnosed immediately. But I came to Advanced with a very sick dog, an extensive medical history, abnormal findings, FNA results, enlarged lymph nodes, and a CT that raised concern for lymphoma. I trusted this specialty hospital to thoroughly investigate those findings and guide us toward an appropriate diagnosis and treatment. Instead, I feel that Drax fell through the cracks at a time when every day mattered. I will always wonder what might have happened if the biopsy had been performed when originally discussed, or if his lymphoma had been diagnosed and treated sooner. Maybe the outcome ultimately would have been the same--I will never know. But I believe Drax deserved the opportunity to receive the correct diagnosis and appropriate treatment as early as possible. He deserved a better fighting chance. He was only 5 years old. I deeply regret putting my trust in Advanced Veterinary. Based on my experience, I cannot recommend this facility to someone whose pet is seriously ill. The care was extremely expensive, yet I left feeling that the urgency, communication, follow-through, and diagnostic process did not reflect what I expected from a specialty veterinary hospital. If your pet is very sick and you feel that something is being missed, please do not be afraid to seek another opinion quickly. I wish I had done so sooner. RIP Drax. You deserved better. read more

Advanced Veterinary Care Center - Drax - Emergency Pet Hospital Near Me - Davie, Florida

Brought our dog in not knowing what could be happening and the whole staff was so accommodating and helpful and knowledgeable about our situation. We were very happy with the outcome. read more

After the last few days of his testicles healing things have normalized a good bit. I'm going from 4 stars back to 2.5 because his balls were totally ignored the whole time he had diarrhea in his holding pen there and it was ignored. Thankfully Solimar shaved them and discovered the problem. They were RAW and he was in pain and my wife and I feel horribly guilty about it bc that was the bigger issue the whole time NOT right under his tail. How in the world can that be missed? Wiping up his holding pen is only half of it. The acidic diarrhea was never cleaned off his balls. 100% inexcusable all the way around. 10days in, 2 night hospital stay, $5k in tests run, another visit and still not back to normal yet. Insanity. read more

HUGE Thank you goes out to Advanced Veterinary Care Center in Davie, Florida for their kindness, love, compassion, and saving the life of our Husky Duke. He suffered a bullae (lung blister) which caused his chest cavity to fill with air and compress his lungs. We caught it in time and their expert care, top notch doctors and nurses saved his life. The multiple daily update calls from the doctors and nurses were comforting. Having the opportunity to visit with Duke and meet his caretakers every day, sometimes twice a day, were fantastic. The excitement and happiness on his face when he saw us showed he knew we hadn't abandoned him. We cannot express how you took a very stressful time for us and eased our journey. Dan & Natalie Petrovich read more

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Our dog Eli meant everything to us, and what happened at this hospital is something we will carry for the rest of our lives. We brought him here in fear, hoping for help, and instead we left confused, misled, and devastated. We were told Eli couldn't stand, couldn't walk, couldn't even lift himself -- but when the neurologist at SEVN examined him, their documentation showed something completely different. They wrote that Eli was walking with mild incoordination, that his reflexes were normal, that he was responsive. Seeing such a major difference between what we were told and what the specialist documented was crushing. It made us question everything we had been told. What hurt even more was learning about the mannitol. We were never told he had been given mannitol before the neuro consult. Not a word. Only after the neurologist said he did not believe Eli had a brain tumor did the hospital suddenly tell us, "Well, he didn't look like a tumor because we gave him mannitol." That explanation came out of nowhere, and the timing felt like an excuse -- not information we should have had from the start. We later learned that mannitol is used in very specific neurological situations and can carry risks for dogs with serious heart disease. Eli had significant heart issues. We were never told any of this. Then a second dose was given right before discharge, with no monitoring afterward and no mention of it in any specialty notes. Eli declined shortly after we brought him home, and we lost him soon after. We trusted this hospital with our dog's life. We trusted their words. We trusted their judgment. And the contradictions between what we were told and what specialists documented -- combined with the lack of transparency about the medications given -- made an already unbearable situation even more painful. Eli deserved better. We deserved honesty. I'm sharing this because no family should ever have to experience what we did. They dont deserve any stars! read more

We came here as it was after hours. Arrived at 9p. Our very senior cat was extremely constipated and needed an enema as stated when I called. Even though we were placed in an exam room, our cat was taken to a "back room" and not returned to us until we left. It was suggested that our cat needed an X-ray, blood work, a feeding tube, an iv and anti nauseous meds. When we reiterated again, we just wanted an enema administered, that's when we were told it would probably be at least two more hours. When we arrived, I asked who the doctor would be and I was told that there were "many" so they couldn't give us a name. After an hour wait and not seeing a Vet, we were then told there was only one ER doctor. A vet tech could have done this..We left after 11p with a very uncomfortable cat as they did absolutely nothing for $165. We have no plans to ever return here. We will be at my Vet's office in the morning, who actually care for your pets comfort!. read more

My kitten didn't make it and passed away just minutes after arriving, but everyone at the clinic was incredibly kind, accommodating, and caring during such a difficult time. Dr. Katherine Zamudio was compassionate and patient, she took the time to explain everything and truly went above and beyond making me feel comfortable and answered all my questions. This clinic is for specialty and emergency care only; otherwise, I would switch to Dr. Zamudio as our regular vet without hesitation. I hope you pets never have to come here but if they do you are in good care. read more

Advanced Veterinary Care Center - Emergency Pet Hospital Near Me - Davie, Florida

We brought our dog Sunny into the ER tonight, and the entire staff tonight during the Saturday evening, 10pm-1am shift were all amazing!! Thank you for taking such great care of Sunny and for being so kind and compassionate during our entire visit!! We highly recommend!!! read more

What an incredible group of compassionate souls. Saying goodbye to my loyal companion of over a decade was one of the most challenging days of my life, but they provided such comfort and care during that difficult time. I am truly grateful. A week later, they sent me a heartfelt card signed by everyone, complete with my baby's footprint. Thank you from the bottom of my heart. read more

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I had to bring our 17 year old Punky to be euthanized . He was dying in transit. The Doctor & Staff were very very comforting to Us & our Punky. I just received the most thoughtful card with personal words from each staff member. I would highly recommend Advanced Veterinary Care Center Thank you Cindy read more

Our family just inherited a puppy as a new member of the family. Advanced Veterinary Care Center was there for our family during the last year of our sixteen year old dog's life. We brought our dog into the emergency center and the staff made the stressful situation minimal. They quoted us a price for care and did not use the whole amount. Our dog stayed overnight for three days and received care. Just a super friendly caring staff and fairly priced and appreciate that they did not take advantage of a sad situation. The front of the Advanced Vet business has six reserved parking spaces. Went into the care center lobby, whuch is very clean, to find out about initial consultation pricing for our new puppy if ever needed. They had three employees at the front counter. One of the girls advised that the price is still the same at $145.00 for ER consultation and then further pricing if required is determined by the doctor. read more

Advanced Veterinary Care Center - Emergency Pet Hospital Near Me - Davie, Florida

A year ago Dr. A performed Tiger's TPLO, and yesterday she performed his plate removal, once again proving why she is truly exceptional.

For starters, I am grateful for them taking care of my puppy. They drugged him up, and took the pain away for a minute. The Girls in the front desk are the reason they are getting a rating. They were kind and helpful. The vet there insisted we operate our 5 month old puppy and charge us $12,000. Yeah no, I wasn't expecting to purchased a used car. They put a splint on him and gave us pain killers. I took him to another vet the following day, the vet said it will heal on its own and surgery on a mild fracture on a puppy was not needed as he was still developing that floating bone in particular. I spent $2k for the advance visit and $150 at the other vet. Update. My now 7 month old puppy has a tiny limp, but runs and jumps with no issue. I just feel they were taking advantage of people's emotions when their dogs are down and out. read more

Price gouging. Not up front about prices they charge. Charged for test that were totally unnecessary. Prescribed medicine we later found out was not necessary read more

Our one year old very energetic pup got into a bit of an accident and ended up with a huge wound on his neck. We had to rush to advanced veterinary care center recommended to us by our vet. I ran into the office with the dog in a bloody towel, my 8 year old crying and myself covered in blood. The first came out immediately and was super calmed and took him in right away. I was directed to their restroom so I could clean up a bit. Afterwards we were taken to a room where the doctor came in and explained everything they needed to do and I was told someone else would come in to give me a quote. Kimberly came in with the quote and immediately started talking to my son first. She explained everything to him in a way he would understand. She went as far as giving him her card so he could give her a call for updates if he needed to know about his dog. Before we left him there for stitches she asked him if he wanted to see our dog before we left and walked us to their ICU, introduced every nurse to him and let him pet our dog. No, the place is not cheap but the service we received was above and beyond any expectations. Kimberly is absolutely amazing, sweet and caring and deserves all the props in the world. read more

Advanced Veterinary Care Center - Chase - Emergency Pet Hospital Near Me - Davie, Florida

Staff is great! Professional, caring, knowledgeable, and responsive. I have now taken both of my pets there under emergency circumstances and luckily, they were able to make a diagnosis and help them get well. I even inquired if they do non emergency care, as would've considered taking my pets there regularly. Highly recommend. read more

Dr. June and nurse Gia were incredibly kind and explained everything to us very well. We arrived quite anxious about our small dog having bloody stool, so their bedside manner really put us at ease. Luckily, the remedy was fairly simple and we were able to take her home. I really appreciate that they didn't push unnecessary (and costly) procedures. They also listened to us as we explained her history and it felt like they were receptive to what we knew she needed. I hope we don't need their services again, but it's nice to have a veterinary ER so close to home. read more

This place could use more empathy and less greed. My wife brought her cat in who had a hernia and needed surgery which another vet told us and referred us to here..... They prey on your emotions and gave my wife this estimate for what needs to be done.... $7500-$14000 dollars and said it would probably fall into the $10000.00 range... Yes that's not a typo.... I said that's ridiculous and outrageous... I told them I would only go to $5000.00 and they said they don't negotiate... Told my wife to take the cat and go... I called a rescue and they referred us to the sweetest and caring young lady who did it for $1800 and tried to explain to us why she thought she was high and we gave her $2000.00 and thanked her for her true kindness and empathy.... I would absolutely pass on this group.... Here is the estimate..... Be well...... read more

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Clean premises, excellent service, life saving veterinary services with empathy and compassion for you and your beloved fur family. I would highly recommend bringing your babies here in an emergency any day or time of the week. They took such great care of my baby Kai and now he's all healed up and back to his normal crazy self. read more

Advanced Veterinary Care Center - My baby Kai after bite in eye socket (was already missing eye) by another dog; after stitches were removed. - Emergency Pet Hospital Near Me - Davie, Florida

There really Loving and very professional. We've had both an our fur babies here. And they were more reasonable than our other Vets. Thank you read more

I strongly suggest you DO NOT go to this clinic. And I will break it down into 2 major points. 1. COMMUNICATION: After leaving my dog overnight and being told they would do a CT as early as possible, I heard nothing from them all day and so I called at 2pm and was told he was just coming out of CT and the doctor planned to call me in a half hour. 3 HOURS LATER I got the call to discuss the results. (Being prompt is not part of their standard operating procedures) Upon discussion I understood that the scans showed a large mass but not knowing where it was growing from. It was heartbreaking to hear this yet also hard to know I just spent $5,500 to get non definitive results, but I accepted that. Dr. Stephanie High, the vet who was working on my dog, suggested euthanasia. When I said I will come pick up my dog and spend a few days to see how he does, she proceeded to tell me that the dog is uncomfortable and that the time with the dog would only be for me and not the dog. I was taken aback. This was one of the most insensitive things for a vet to say at a time like this. As if the time with the pet and the family doesn't matter, and the dogs comfort is the sole issue. And if the comfort is the issue, why not tell me ways to keep him comfortable, instead of only suggesting euthanasia. In a time of great distress, I needed to be made to feel selfish? Dr. High's bedside manner could really be improved. And speaking of comfort, this is where I was furious.... My dog left the clinic with bloody diarrhea to which Dr. High did not even mention that it might have been from stress and the 7 medicines that were given to my dog during his 24 hour stay. My dog has NEVER had bloody diarrhea before and now leaving this clinic he now does. Would have been more professional and empathetic to say that bloody diarrhea could have been caused from stress from the visit and side effects from the 7 medicines he was given while there for 24 hours. It could have been from the abdominal mass as well but would have been good to be openly communicative about the reason he looked worse when he left then we he went in. They didn't even offer me metronidazole which would have been a good anti diarrheal to give him according to a vet friend. Luckily I have some and gave it to him and today he has had no diarrhea. 2. Pricing.... Others have already made this clear. I was referred by my primary and trusted him, and he will be given this same information when they return on Monday. For others reading this, shop around for other emergency clinics that have a better reputation for price AND for overall service. While AVC does have excellent imaging techniques and available emergency care, you can be guaranteed that your visit will be in the highest price range possible and the service may not be up to par. You will go broke whether the service is good or bad. For instance my dog went in for an ultrasound and a CT scan and I had a bill that was $5,500. I understood the cost and paid it but for the communication and service this clinic offered, it was not worth the visit. I hesitated to write this review but considering this clinicians and the office communication with its patients and the costs, I really want to help someone else NOT have to experience this when your pet is dealing with major health issues. read more

every one at advanced veterinary care goes above and beyond to take care of our precious babies. can't say enough good things aboit them all

My dog is grave condition and didn't have time to live. They immediately went into action when we brought her in. They had five people working on her and the doctor introduced herself and they all worked very hard to keep her going really appreciate it. It was fantastic to see how hard they worked. Unfortunately, her life ended, but we appreciate the effort that your staff has put into it. Thank you again. read more

The front desk ladies are extremely rude and pushy off the phone. They are not helpful at all!!!!!

We brought our pregnant dog to Advance Veterinary Care Center (AVCC) after noticing signs of labor. We paid $855 for bloodwork, x-rays, and care with Dr. Kristina Calicchio. She told us there were no signs of labor or distress. She sent us home. Thank God we didn't listen. No more than 30 minutes after Kristina's diagnosis. We trusted our gut, went to another emergency vet--and they immediately confirmed she was in active labor and in emergency distress due to green discharge (a clear danger sign). That second vet's actions saved our dog and her puppies. My husband went back the next day to speak to the manager, Stephanie Palmer, to share the truth and seek accountability. Instead, she was just as dismissive and cold. Stated she wasn't a vet herself as to why she couldn't offer more input. She didn't apologize or offer help. Only defended the misdiagnosis from her "experienced" partner. Let me be clear: This place is not safe. They ignored emergency signs, dismissed our concerns, and charged us $855 for false reassurance that could have killed our dog. When confronted with the truth, they showed zero remorse. This is medical negligence. This is unprofessional conduct. This clinic should be investigated. Please don't risk your pet's life by going here. We will never forget what almost happened--and we won't stop until this story is heard. read more

10/10 service for all your pet needs. It was very busy for a Sunday morning but they take your pet in for emergencies. The staff was friendly, empathic and very helpful. The doctor gave a lot of information and we felt attended not rushed. The services and prices were reasonable even for laceration emergency surgeries. They do accept care credit. read more

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I AM BEGGING YOU. PLEASE DO NOT TAKE YOUR LOVED PET HERE. I sadly made the mistake of bringing my precious 4 y/o English Bulldog here during a very stressful and upsetting medical episode. It also in an area where I do not live, I work in the area so relied on work neighbors to give me ideas of emergency clinics and just ran off the bat to one that was 10 minutes away. While I was driving, my precious scampi vomited. And from what I know now she got aspirated pneumonia from that vomiting episode. Nothing else was wrong with her before this one little episode where she swallowed her vomit by mistake ending up taking her life. After her vomiting episode, she had trouble catching her breath and kept vomiting a little more and ended up becoming blood coming out when she was vomiting . It was never much, but definitely extremely concerning and she could never catch her breath. She was breathing so heavy. I ran her to the emergency vet after working with them with quotes and care matters, I left her in their trusted care. Long story short, after 9 hours being there, at 11:30pm they call me and said they didn't think she would make it. This caught me extremely off guard because I hadn't heard anything concerning between when I dropped her off and 9 hours later. I arrived in a panic around midnight and unfortunately saw my dog pass in front of my eyes, in the worst condition you could think of from a vet. She couldn't breathe. How could they let her suffering to breathe for so long??? How did her condition go so, extremely downhill from when I left her in trusted hands?? The imagines in my mind of her passing away shortly after I got there are traumatizing. I am happy she saw me and finally gave up her fight with me there but she should not have been fighting that hard. It took me a few weeks to finally look over the final bills. And, shocker (sarcasm) the bill came to a difference of 55 cents from the 75% down payment I made for 24 hours of care and my girl wasn't not even in their "care" for 12 hours. I looked up every single line item on the bill. And from what I can gather, they 100% mistreated and overdosed my dog. My girl was only 36lbs and they gave her 10 different medications within the 9 hours she was alive there. And one of the medications they claim they gave her 10 doses and several tablets. They were also only treating her for vomiting, and the side effects of the medication were loss of breathing, WHICH WAS THE MAIN ISSUE, BREATHING(all bulldog owners know this is huge!)!! Either they fluffed their bill to not give me a refund or they overdosed and murdered my dog. I am leaning towards the latter because of the horrible condition I saw my girl in. I truly do not think they know how to handle these short nosed breeds. DO NOT TRUST THEM!!!! When confronting them, they ignore your calls until finally an office "manager" may call you back and all they continue say is "our vets know the right practice and procedures, blah blah." NO, they do not! Look at other reviews here, especially about bulldogs . I even asked them about the $500 charge for CPR because I was there when it all happened. I told them to stop about 10 seconds in because it was not worth it, she would just suffer if she came back. The "manager" claims otherwise , that they have procedures and they always get these injections etc. well my girl did not get any injections to try to revive her because I was there. I told them to look back on video, because again, I was there. Overall, do not bring your dog, cat, or any other animal here because they are to not be trusted. They killed my dog. My dog was not struggling nearly as when I dropped her off to the point, 9 hours later, the biggest struggle and her passing in front of my eyes. They also scam on the bill after taking your precious loved one away from you. read more

Advanced Veterinary Care Center - Emergency Pet Hospital Near Me - Davie, Florida

Advanced was absolutely amazing. I called around 7:45pm as I have never been before and asked if we could come in for an emergency. Our doggie was out in the backyard and sliced his whole paw pad open very deep on something metal buried in the ground. He was bleeding profusely and we knew we had to take him somewhere. The lady who answered the phone was so sweet and helpful. We arrived around 8pm and check in was easy once we got there even for a first time visitor and the nurses were spectacular. We were in a room by 8:15pm and they re-bandaged his paw for us. They gave him pain meds and the doctor came in to see him and explain everything they were going to do. He needed to be put under anesthesia and stitched up. Price was provided up front and everything was itemized. They took him back around 9:15pm and told us at 10:45pm that everything went well and he was coming out of anesthesia. By 11:45pm we were in a room and reunited and the doctor explained everything she did and our treatment plan. The nurse came in after with his meds and re-explained everything to us as well. Check out was easy and the lady at the front was so sweet. Our fur baby is due for a bandage change in 2-3 days and we plan on coming back here rather than to our regular vet as the experience was so great. Being open 24/7 is amazing and they told us if we have any questions, no matter the time to give them a call and they will help. Really appreciate the level of care we were given here, form the front desk to the nurses and the doctor. They all made a stressful situation so much better knowing our fur baby was in good hands! read more

We brought our dog, Harper, to Advanced Veterinary Care at about 11:30 pm on a Wednesday night when she appeared to have some type of allergic reaction after her night time walk. Her mouth was completely swollen and droopy, her eyes were getting puffy, and she had red hives all over her belly. We first called Advanced to make sure that they were open. When we arrived, we had to fill out paperwork and a tech came and took our dog to the back. We were the only ones in the waiting room and my husband and I waited for about 15 minutes until they assigned us a room and we could see our dog. (Waiting room was extremely clean with plenty of seating.). By the time they brought Harper back to us, the swelling had already gone down significantly. They told us to wait for the doctor and after about five minutes, Dr. De Oliveira came in. She was friendly and talked to us in a soothing and unrushed manner. She wasn't just going through the motions; she seemed to truly want to help Harper. She explained that she had given Harper a steroid shot and a dose of Benadryl, and that this was most likely some type of insect bite or sting. She was pleased with how Harper was recovering and had us wait there for about 15 more minutes. She also suggested that we follow up with a few days of additional Benadryl at home. I had read the other Yelp reviews while I was waiting, and we were dreading getting the bill for an emergency visit. I couldn't believe it when the charge was just $209. I know emergency care is expensive and I feel like this was an extremely fair price. (I probably would have paid about the same amount at my regular vet if they were open.). It is comforting to know that Advanced Veterinary Care is so close by because we were extremely happy with the level of care and pricing. I won't hesitate to bring one of my animals there in the future if an emergency situation arises. read more

Advanced Veterinary Care Center - Harper waiting to see the doctor for a follow up - Emergency Pet Hospital Near Me - Davie, Florida

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We were away from home and our cat Dobby started to have gastric issues. I was looking for an interest and couldn't find anyone that had availability in the next 30 days. I ended up taking Dobby up to Davie, Florida for AVCC. We had a long wait (I knew we would, he wasn't that sick and they had some very sick animals come in). As I lived over an hour away, after the initial examination, they found him a quiet spot to wait until they had availability to do some more detailed diagnostic work. Dobby is a nervous cat but it was a good experience for him. They diagnosed him, changed his meds and he is doing much better. Dobby needed a refill and we were still away and they contacted a compounding pharmacy for me, gave them all our details. The pharmacy reached out and 24 hours later we had his meds. They were wonderful and also brilliant, as they diagnosed him when another emergency room failed to do several months prior. read more

Although it was with great sadness that brought my husband and I to Advanced Veterinary Care Center, we are and will always be forever grateful to them. Our beautiful fur baby Cleo unfortunately transitioned last night and what a blessing it was to go through this heartbreaking journey with AVCC. The entire staff from the moment we arrived could not be any more professional, compassionate or empathetic. They anticipated our every need and provided a loving and supportive atmosphere during this difficult time. A special thanks to Jewel for all your support and kindness, and for suggesting and providing me with a blanket when I stated how cold the room we were in was. We were also unbelievably blessed to have Jessica and Dr. White guide us through the process of making some of the hardest decisions for our loved one, once we realized the end was imminent. Dr. White has such a beautiful soul and was extremely patient, empathetic and knowledgeable about his condition. These traits made all the difference in helping us make the difficult decisions that were needed. We were also grateful and appreciative that she stayed with us right up until the end. She was truly meant to be in this profession. We highly recommend AVCC for all your emergent veterinary needs. read more

It's taken me a while to write this because, as much as this facility provides an invaluable medical service, my last visit made it clear that there is always room for improvement. I believe it would serve pet parents well for the staff and doctors to remember that people don't show up at your door--especially at night, on a weekend, or on a weekend night--because they need a routine check-up or want to spend a significant amount of money. Most loving pet owners arrive in a state of mild to severe panic, often already grieving, knowing that the news they're about to receive is likely to be devastating. When a pet parent comes in and explains that their beloved companion has suffered multiple major seizures in a short time--that he's foaming at the mouth, collapsing, convulsing, disoriented, limp, and unresponsive even after medication--they are not making a decision to euthanize lightly. In moments like these, when someone requests a humane end to their pet's suffering, it may not be helpful--or kind--for multiple staff members to ask if they want to try "something else." While I understand that, sadly, there are people who may give up on a pet at the first sign of inconvenience, I would hope that your team can read the room. This is an emergency veterinary facility, operating after hours--chances are, most people who walk through your doors are desperate and heartbroken, not irresponsible. Our baby was only two years old. We rescued him from a terrible situation knowing there could be challenges ahead, but we never expected them so soon. We walked into your office already grieving the loss we knew was coming. We could barely speak, barely process what was happening. And yet, we left feeling judged. We were so disoriented by the experience that we even questioned whether he had truly passed--whether he had simply been sedated and taken to be "fixed." Grieving people shouldn't be left with those kinds of doubts. That said, I do have great respect and faith in the doctors and staff at this facility. We've been here before with another pet, and I could not praise the care she received enough. My hope in writing this is simply that this message reaches the right people and that the importance of sensitivity and compassion in communication is continuously evaluated and prioritized. read more

THIS ESTABLISHMENT WATCHED MY DOG IN DISTRESS FOR OVER 2 HOURS AND DID NOTHING. NEGLIGENT. Wish I could give this establishment 0 stars. Brought my dog in for a post op exam because the neutering surgery THIS establishment performed did not work (see pics of his engorged sack.). They would not let me make a post op appointment and said they were walk in only....? And then proceeded to let a dog with severe anxiety sit in distress for over 2 hours. He hyperventilated for over 2 and a half hours while waiting to be seen. Told the staff and they did nothing and left my dog in distress. Said it was not an emergency and they are medical professionals who know what an emergency is.... Had to leave because my dog was in such bad distress and I couldn't take seeing him like that any longer. It was so sad. I WAS STILL BILLED for an exam and other procedures even though I never saw a doctor or got any results. This is negligence and fraud. I'll pay when I get results. Also, called and spoke to a lady who hung up on me TWICE before I called back again another person. Really rude and unprofessional. read more

Advanced Veterinary Care Center - My dog in the 100 degree florida heat was in less distress than waiting over 3 hours to see a doctor. - Emergency Pet Hospital Near Me - Davie, Florida

This is a long overdue review... our Corgi had not been doing well for almost a year prior to taking her here. When we woke up that morning, we knew it was "time" and of course it was on a Sunday so our regular vet was closed. A friend had previously told me about this place a couple of years ago when her dog passed and had highly recommended this place so I gave them a call and explained what was going on. They took our info over the phone and told us to bring our dog in. They have a designated room for you to spend as much time as you need with your pet. We were never rushed or made to feel that we had to leave. They let you know that when you're ready, you can push a button which lets them know that you are ready for them. A couple of weeks after our dog passed, we received our pet's paw print which was set in plaster and a nice card from the staff. The staff were so compassionate and respectful during the whole ordeal. They made an unpleasant experience somewhat peaceful and comforting. read more

Avoid at all costs! Unethical billing practices, medical negligence, and a complete lack of accountability. My experience with Advance Care Veterinary Hospital has been nothing short of a nightmare, and I am writing this review to warn others before they suffer as I did. After my beloved cat, Ms. Livingston, underwent emergency surgery, I was hit with a bill of over $8,000, covered mainly by Trupanion insurance. Trupanion clearly outlined in their Explanation of Benefits what I was responsible for paying. Despite this, Stephanie Palmer, the hospital's billing manager, demanded an additional payment without justification. When I asked her to correct the error, she refused to acknowledge the issue, ignored my emails, and refused to meet with me at the front desk. Worse, she used the situation to coerce payment by refusing to release my pet unless I paid the disputed amount, even though I had already paid thousands. This is not only unethical, but it borders on coercive business behavior. While this financial pressure was ongoing, I also experienced what I consider to be severe medical negligence from Dr. Stephanie High. During my cat's emergency hospitalization, Dr. High refused to provide any updates on my pet's condition, despite repeated requests. In an emergency setting, withholding medical updates from the pet's legal owner is inexcusable and potentially life-threatening. This kind of behavior should not be tolerated in any veterinary practice, let alone one claiming to provide critical care. To make matters worse, I asked to speak with the facility's owner, Dr. Toll, and the front desk flatly refused even to attempt to locate him. This kind of stonewalling and deflection of responsibility is deeply troubling, especially when it involves an animal's health and life. The prices charged at this facility are shockingly inflated, far exceeding those of well-known specialty centers like SEVN and ACCESS, which are far better equipped and staffed. Advance Care's pricing appears predatory, especially when coupled with their refusal to follow insurance guidelines. I have filed formal complaints with: * Florida Department of Agriculture & Consumer Services * The Florida Attorney General's Office * The Board of Veterinary Medicine * And other regulatory agencies If you are considering bringing your pet here, DON'T. I would not wish this experience on anyone. There are other, better, and more compassionate options available in South Florida. What happened to me was not just stressful; it was traumatic, expensive, and completely avoidable. STEPHANIE PALMER IS NAMED IN MANY OTHER REVIEWS, ACTING IN THE SAME WAY. SCROLL DOWN REVIEWS ON GOOGLE, YOU'LL SEE THIS IS A PATTERN. Dr. STEPHANIE HIGH NEEDS TO BE STOPPED FROM PRACTICING FOR GOOD. I SEE THAT MANY ENCOUNTERED MY SAME PROBLEMS OR WORSE. SHE HAS MISTREATED OTHER PETS AS WELL. PLEASE LET'S ALL GET TOGETHER AND DO A CLASS ACTION AND LET'S STOP THIS FACILITY FROM HURTING OUR PUPS FOR GOOD. GO ON GOOGLE, THERE IS MY CONTACT IN MY REVIEW: LET'S ALL GET TOGETHER!! read more

Sadly, my 4-month-old French Bulldog puppy experienced a rectal prolapse on November 20. Our first stop was Central Broward Vet, where they evaluated her and determined that she needed surgery, referring us to Advanced Veterinarian Care Center. We arrived at Advanced Vet Care Center on 11/20 at around 5 PM. They took my pup back right away for examination, and returned with a quote and 3-4 brochure options from companies that offered lines of credit. The first red flag was that the veterinarian never came to explain the procedure or discuss what was wrong with our puppy. There was also no conversation about recovery or what to expect afterward. We received a statement that included two quotes: one for a 24-hour stay and another for a 48-hour stay. The quotes required a 70% deposit for the more expensive option. told that the final quote may differ from the initial deposit; if it is less, I will only be charged that amount and receive a refund if total is less than deposit. We paid a deposit of $3,095 through CareCredit and were informed that the procedure would take place that night. We were told we would receive a call once it was completed. On Wednesday night, after 9 PM, we received a call stating that the procedure was finished and that it went well. We can pick up Nova tomorrow, on Thursday, November 21st, which we did a at 5:45 PM. On Friday, November 22nd, in the morning, we noticed our puppy's rectum protruding again and returned her to Advanced Vet. They took her back right away and came back with a quote for a deposit of over $2,000. We were confused that this vet office would charge us again for the same problem and procedure that was done in their office less than 24 hours after her being discharged from their care. I had a phone conversation with the vet, who falsely claimed that we were informed about the possibility of this situation happening again and that we had the option of having our pet undergo surgery but chose the cheaper route instead. She also had the audacity to suggest that we give our dog to a family that could afford her medical expenses, as if the average pet owner has thousands of dollars readily available for such costs. Furthermore, she implied that we were seeking something for free after we had already paid a deposit of $3,095 to the vet center 48hours Prior. Our conversation became heated when I stated that I wouldn't be giving them another red cent. I ended the call, leaving my husband to discuss the matter further with their office manager. Eventually, they reached an agreement: they would repeat the procedure if we agreed to pay for the sedation, which we did at a cost of $500. After completing the procedure, they called us that evening to say our pet was ready to be picked up. However, they informed us that if we wanted her to be observed over the weekend, there would be an additional fee of approximately $400 per night. There was another heated conversation because we felt uncomfortable picking her up, fearing the same situation would occur again when our pup had another bowel movement. They could not explain why she needed to stay for 24-48 hours the first time for observation, but was not observed during her second visit. Why didn't they monitor her bowel movement the first time to determine if the procedure was successful? Additionally, I was not informed that if the procedure did not work, the cost of trying it again would be at the owner's expense. We picked up our pup that night to bring her home, and we will never return her to that vet for this issue or any other problems. The bottom line is that Advanced Veterinary is solely focused on making money. My credit card was charged unauthorized additional fees, and my credit card company is currently investigating. Do not take your pet to this place. I regret ever being referred here. read more

I can't thank Advanced Veterinary Care Center enough. I firmly believe that my dog is currently alive and fighting because of them. Beck's story is a long one, but the compassion, and their mission to find out what was wrong with him led to stabalizing him. Now we wait for our internal med appointment which we are also going through Advanced Veterinary Care Center as we were impressed by what we saw and how we were taken care of. They let us visit Beck no matter the time and call for updates. They even call YOU! The nurses are ALL amazing but a huge shout out to Maydah who made us feel like family. She made such a scary situation and every situation after that bearable with her positive energy and attitude. We are so glad to have come accross such a magnificent place. read more