The joy of a new puppy doesn't compare to the loss of that same dog…read more We had to make the hard but enviable choice of euthanasia of our 12-year-old golden retriever Molly after her battle with lymphoma. Dr. Siegel and his entire staff couldn't have been more compassionate and gentler with our beloved. As we ready to pick up her ashes I couldn't help but reflect on the very sad but positive experience with Dr. Siegel.

I took my English bulldog to The Pet Hospital of Thousand Oaks today, and honestly, it was the best…read morevet experience I've ever had (and if you could ask Louie, he would say the same thing!) I came across them while scrolling through Yelp and saw nothing but five-star reviews, so I figured I'd give them a try. I sent a message a couple of days ago, and they wrote back almost right away. They even offered me an appointment the next morning, and when that didn't fit my schedule, they had another one open for today. From the second we walked in, I could tell this place was different. I even joked that they must have something calming in the air because my bulldog, who's usually a nervous wreck at the vet, was totally chill. No barking, no pulling away--he just went right with the tech like it was no big deal. Dr. Siegel was amazing. He took his time with us, explained everything clearly, and never made me feel rushed. You can tell he really cares about the animals and the people who bring them in. The whole staff was so kind and gentle with every pet I saw while we were there. It's tucked behind Cho Cho San in Thousand Oaks, and it's 100% worth the short drive from Agoura. After having a few bad vet experiences before, finding a place this caring and down-to-earth honestly felt like a huge relief. If you're looking for a vet who genuinely cares, I can't recommend The Pet Hospital of Thousand Oaks enough.

I wish I could give 100 stars. Dr. Watson was so amazing and compasionate in our time of sorrow…read more She came in and explained the procedure and allowed my wife to hold our dog. My kids were able to pet her and love on her as our beloved slowly passed. No pain. No suffering. We owed this to our love. Being comfortable in our home. No dog likes the vet clinic. She was at peace. Thank you Dr. Watson!

So, unfortunately, Dr Watson was not a good match for me. However, she may be for you. Personally,…read moreI do agree with the other review who mentioned that they didn't feel she felt empathy or compassion, and seemed quick to administer all medications. She seemed annoyed and in a hurry. She was late, so maybe she was in a hurry, so she wouldn't be late to the next appointment. If you're looking for a vet to come and be a vet and administer medications, you may be a good fit. If you're looking for a more compassionate experience, you may not be. One thing I had a major problem with was her decision to administer an oral sedative. I watched the video on her website to know what to expect. My experience was not like that video. I didn't even know an oral sedative was an option. She said she was going to inspect the patient to see what type would be best. I told her not oral. He hated oral medications. I didn't want his last moment to be forced to do something he hates. She insisted because supposedly the injection would cause pain. I should have insisted. Because my poor boy was so weak, he was out as soon as she administered the medication. His last moment was her forcing that nasty medication into his mouth, and then he was just... gone. I thought I would at least have a minute or two while the sedative was talking effect, to say goodbye. But, no. I obviously have no proof, but I felt like she did that because the oral would take effect quicker than the injection. I had a feeling the night before and morning of that I should cancel and look for someone else to come later that day, or the next day. I should have followed my gut. I wish I paid her $450 to cancel on the spot, as soon as I felt the energy was off. One reason I chose her is because I like the crematorium she partners with, and what they offer. However, when I called them, they said her pick ups are Tuesday and Friday. So, my cat being euthanized on a Tuesday would be sitting in her morgue until Friday, when they pick him up. Then, I would be able to do a viewing and "next day" cremation Monday. I couldn't bare the thought of my boy laying in a morgue all week. I opted to take him in myself. The second she told me she had a body bag for him, that she would carry him out in, I knew my decision was the right one. I took him myself that day, had a viewing for him the next day, and paid for same day cremation. Also, one reason I chose her was because of the clay paw print. But, I think it looks terrible. I am glad I opted for in home euthanasia. I would personally not use Dr Watson again. However, she may be a good fit for you

When I brought my Dog to Dr. Slaton's hospital she was very sick. Diagnosed with cancer and…read morebattling days long GI troubles that turned to Pneumonia. It was an emergency and they were willing to take her in and treat her urgently without an appointment and despite having a very busy day. Dr. Slaton saw her right away and was honest with us about her condition at this point and recommended what was best. We decided to try hospitalization for the day and see if she would improve. It was a relief knowing she was finally receiving proper care. They treated her as best as they could and administered medications other hospitals we took her to all the days prior didn't bother offering. She unfortunately did not respond to the medications, she was already so ill. We brought her back first thing in the morning. Dr Slaton and his team made her last moments on earth peaceful for all of us. I am grateful to now know about this practice and will be bringing my future pets to see Dr. Slaton. I wish I had brought her to see him a week sooner (and not the other places I took her to.) I know things would have ended differently. -Thank you for taking such good care of our Pepper girl

This is the terrific veterinarian practice.They took very good care of my senior dog who was 17yrs…read moreold he was a pit lab mix . Dr. Mendoza did an amazing job. Unfortunately, it was time for my dog to pass and Dr. Mendoza did it very peacefully. They let me sit with my dog as long as I needed to.Thank you for such great customer service

I cannot say enough about Peaceful Paws and the care they provided during one of the hardest…read moremoments of my life. Dr. Chan was incredibly patient, gentle, and compassionate, treating my dog with such dignity and love. What truly set them apart was the entire team...every phone call and text I sent was met with kindness, calm, and genuine care. They made me feel supported and held through an experience that felt unbearable. I had reached out to several places, and I am beyond grateful that I chose Peaceful Paws. I don't typically write reviews, but their level of compassion and going above and beyond during this time meant so much to me. I will never forget it.

Our family dog Brandi was getting progressively sicker due to old age, and we decided that it was…read morefinally time to send her to heaven a couple weeks ago after she had a particularly rough night. We were fortunately able to schedule a same day in-home euthanasia appointment on a Saturday, and Dr. Chan came by within a few hours. Dr. Chan explained the whole process thoroughly before she started and answered any questions we had. It was super sad that we had to say goodbye to Brandi, but I'm glad that services like this exist so that you can send your pet to heaven at home in a comfortable and familiar setting. Dr. Chan was super professional and respectful from start to finish.

There are no words that fully capture how grateful we are for Comfort Paws Mobile Vet and the care…read morethey provided during one of the hardest moments of our lives. On very short notice, on a Saturday night--Valentine's Day--they traveled an hour to our home to help us say goodbye to our beloved dog, Griffin. From the moment they arrived, Dr. Bharat Kumar and Zaneta Rocha brought a sense of calm, compassion, and quiet understanding that we so desperately needed. We were complete emotional wrecks, and they met us exactly where we were--with kindness and patience. The entire experience was incredibly peaceful. They created a space that felt gentle and respectful, allowing Griffin to pass comfortably at home, surrounded by love. It never felt rushed or clinical--just deeply human and full of care. One thing that deeply stood out was Dr. Kumar's use of Reiki techniques alongside the traditional medications. It added an extra layer of calm and intention to the experience, and you could truly feel the care and presence he brought to Griffin in those final moments. Dr. Kumar's holistic, thoughtful approach and Zaneta's warmth and presence made an unimaginable situation feel just a little more bearable. We will always be thankful for the dignity and compassion they gave Griffin--and for the support they gave us. If you are ever faced with making this heartbreaking decision, I cannot recommend Comfort Paws Mobile Vet enough. They truly provide a gift in the way they care for both pets and their people.

I had high hopes thinking the $100 drive out fee would be well worth the speed and convenience a…read moremobile vet van could provide (on top of a $80 vet visit fee). Sadly, both the Vet and the tech were not speedy, not convenient, and I have no clue why they have a mobile van if they don't provide their services to clients in the actual van which is nuts to me. Quick summary: I HIGHLY DONT RECOMMEND. They are EXTREMELY EXPENSIVE (way over market and normal vets), you will be pay at least $100 + $80 for them to just see your dog, and if your dog literally needs actual medical services besides the normal routine wellness needs then they don't have the capability to help you but likely will still provide medical care to take your money but according to the vet tech "you must still pay the $180". Heads up: $5 per pill for Clavaillin is price gouging at $150 30 pills. Pet smart & Chewy has it for $2.79 with a total of $83.7 I would have saved $67 using chewy! Cytopoint injections for large breeds need two shots and at my vet they total $147.50 and I was charged $189 so a delta of 32.50 Another reason: they didn't have a simple antibiotic my dog needed and I mentioned to please send to chewy and the vet tech LITERALLY went off on how she refuses to send prescriptions to chewy due to a personal issue (I honestly stopped listening because she was going in a diatribe about a company I love). When I told her unfortunately I have never had an issue with chewy and since she is not the vet and does not write the script I am going to have to request the vet send it there (she was telling me who I can't do business with in my house). At this point and hour In and no help to my dog as the vet tech won't stop talking. Finally after some encouragement from me to the vet I just asked for some allergy shots as I wanted them to get out of my house. They wanted to clean the wound and asked to use MY PRODUCTS to do so. I ended up being scammed out of $500+ for a literal shot and an antibiotic because within 3 day that wound opened and pus was every were and I had to take her to the ER for another $500+. They have paperwork that says if they feel they can't treat your dog then they will refer you to an outside doctor, I wish they had done that, because if they did I wouldn't have been scammed out of $500.

My (third) senior pup and I are so looking forward to see Dr Gonzalez again this week for his 6…read moremonths preventative / well-being check up.. This is not my first review of our beloved Dr G, and I just recommended her to 6 more people again just these past 2 weeks. I always say to people I give her card to: "you will discover she is an Earth Angel - if she moved to a different town, I'd take my pup there... When you find a great vet, they are Gold! She's not only compassionate, present and knowledgeable, but also she does not oversell." Besides all the regular check ups, Dr G. has performed 2 substantial surgeries on my pup in the last 8 years, and has been extremely kind, providing valuable reassuring step-by-step updates throughout, especially aware that I had lost my beloved first dog, (with a different vet), when he did not make it through the anesthesia... In the 8 years Dr G. has been our one and only vet; everyone I have sent to Dr G. has fallen in love with her, and has thanked me for the referral. I trusted Dr G and her small compassionate team with the euthanasia of my precious second dog, Handsome. She is truly an Angel on Earth. At her Chatsworth location, I love that she's created a lovingly cozy "home environment" for the euthanasia experience. That it so needed during that deeply emotional time, and more veterinary offices ought to follow her example. I found her many years ago when I was dissatisfied with a busy veterinary front desk in Sherman Oaks, after they had made errors in my first dog's chart. Unfortunately he passed, and I learned that finding the RIGHT professional truly makes ALL the difference. So yes, I drive from Sherman Oaks. Gratefully so :) I am thankful that my cherished pups are her patients. Her ethics, her care, her kindness, her knowledge, her integrity - she's our number 1!!!

We are incredibly grateful to Gemcore Veterinary Services for the compassion and care they showed…read moreduring one of the hardest days of our lives. Dr. Gonzalez was kind, patient, and thorough, taking the time to explain each step of the euthanasia process. She ensured our dog's maximum comfort throughout, even creating a makeshift pillow so he could rest peacefully. We were heartbroken, but her understanding and gentle approach gave us comfort while making the process completely painless and stress-free for our giant furbaby. She was available the same day and brought in a caring team afterward to respectfully and compassionately assist with our 132-pound dog. The thoughtfulness, professionalism, and empathy shown by Gemcore made an unbearable moment a little more bearable. We are deeply grateful and highly recommend them to anyone seeking a veterinary team that truly cares.

I have no words to express my gratitude. From the moment I made that difficult call and spoke with…read moresweet Sherry (sp?) who was so very helpful, then my comforting talk with Dr. Shea, who was so wonderful and understanding, and above all completely honest with my Stella's overall condition, I couldn't have made this choice without her, I was completely lost and inconsolable. Dr. Shea was my guide in my time of need. When the final day came, Dr. Erica came to our home. She is this beautiful angel, with the most kind and gentle voice. She helped us walk our precious Stella over the Rainbow bridge in the beauty of silence, reverence, and peace, it was so beautiful. Dr. Erica sent us the most amazing sympathy card a few days later that touched my heart deeply. Honor Pet has not only been there throughout this difficult journey, but their kindness, compassion, professionalism and guidance have meant more to me and my family than they can ever know. Today, Stella is back home at her final resting place, where she belongs...they sent her home to us in this incredible Honor box which carried her remains, a mini glass bottle of her fur, a candle to burn if/when I need to feel her presence, a digital print of her beautiful little "chocolate chip nose" we all loved and adored, a package of Forget-Me-Not seeds to plant in her honor, and a letter conveying their deepest sympathy for our great loss. It was all so overwhelming and thoughtful. If anyone is faced with such a difficult decision as this, and you are like me, confused and doubting whether you're making the right end-of-life choice, I cannot recommend Honor Pet enough. I promise, you will be blessed and given the truth and confidence as to when that right time comes. Stella never suffered, because Dr. Shea went over her symptoms/behavior, but when she started showing signs that she was ready, I recognized them and knew. My Stella no longer is suffering... The devastation over losing a beloved pet cannot be fully described in words, other than this: "Grief is the Price we Pay to Love." I love you my sweet girl, wait for me.

Thank you for the special love a treatment for my sweet Lulu…read more I highly recommend. The presentation was incredibly thoughtful and

Dr. Shana is truly one of the kindest, most compassionate people I've ever met. She helped my…read more15-year-old Yorkie, Mary, peacefully cross the rainbow bridge, and I'm so grateful we had her guidance during such a heartbreaking moment. From the moment she arrived, she was gentle, patient, and incredibly thoughtful--explaining everything clearly and giving us the time and space we needed. Mary was calm and comfortable, and the entire process was peaceful and free of suffering. If you're facing this impossible decision and want your pet to pass at home with dignity and love, I cannot recommend Dr. Shana enough. She made an unbearable day feel a little softer, and I'll never forget the care she showed both Mary and our family.

This is the third time I've been at the side of a pet euthanized at home and the first time Dr…read more Shana was the vet. She is born for this work. Her capacity to attune my beloved cat, Ollie, myself and all the friends who attended was unparalleled. Her presence, compassion, care and skill left me feeling that this heartbreaking passage was simultaneously excruciatingly beautiful. It felt perfect. I am so very grateful to have found her. Thanks to all that came before me and took the time to recommend her. I'm glad I took your advice.

Dr. Campione is a gift! She traveled to our home to care for our elderly cat Kyle who needed…read morefrequent treatments, and he loved her (as did we). She has a gentle touch and is the best vet we've ever worked with. It is much easier and more comfortable for pets to be treated by a veterinarian who travels to your home. This is 100% the way to go! No more stressful trips to the vet that can be traumatizing for your animal. Our cat lived to be more than 20 years old with Dr. Campione's care. When the time came for him to pass away, she was right there exactly when we needed her with deep kindness, support and humanity. We are thankful to her, and we highly recommend her services to all pet owners in LA!

From the owner: Apawthecary specializes in stress-free in-home euthanasia—providing gentle care, comfort, and…read morecompassion when it matters most. Additionally, we offer a concierge level of in-home care for disease prevention and treatment

One of my cats had been having digestive issues so when he started vomiting a lot and when my vet…read morecouldn't see him I called Skyline and they were able to get him in right away. Dr Messri is very knowledgeable and we were lucky to have him take care of Dill. We got bloodwork done and put my cat on antibiotics for the vomiting. Dr Messri went over the blood work with me and was told what to look for in the future which was nice. All in all I wouldn't hesitate to bring any of my animals here l. Thank you Skyline

I know and feel how difficult our current conditions are. I feel both sides need to be kinder. I…read morethought a lot about posting this review. I decided to do so to share my experience and allow an opportunity for growth. I wanted to be proactive so I am thankful this wasn't an emergency. My pup has extreme allergy issues. I recently moved to So Cal from No Cal and started a new vet relationship. I explained to Dr. C what the pups experience had been and what I needed. I thought that went well. Scheduled a follow up visit to check in and review protocol as this is when his allergies take a bad turn. I specifically requested Dr c again and was told to come on a Tuesday. I arrived 10 mind ahead of appt to give them time to check me in and to be respectful of their time. First - Dr C wasn't even scheduled to work that day. It appears they may have double booked as there was another couple waiting with their pup. We both were taken to a room and the other couple were seen right away. I waited over half an hour and nothing. When I stepped out to ask if the vet tech could at least vaccinate the pup that seemed to throw everyone for a loop. Please no it is a large and appears to be quiet office. Many people seem to have not a lot going on and it appeared as if I may be disturbing then rather that being a paying customer with a request. When after standing around and nothing seemed to be happening other than just wait around. I thought this wouldn't work and left and got what seemed not of pure intent with a have a good day. If you are a parent you know what I mean when I say tone wasn't genuine. Now I am not angry just disappointed at people lack if care and kindness. I chose to drive further looking for a responsive and kind business. For me, this is not it. I was able to start service with a new vet within 2 miles from where I live. My message, be kind but expect the same in return. If not, go somewhere else. That is all we can do.