Our little 12.5 year old chihuahua, Craigie/Pico (Foster family had named him Pico, but we called…read morehim Craigie after a very close family friend that passed right before we adopted him), took a turn for the worst and Bowie Towne Vet was able to get him in at 11AM the Monday morning I called. They did what they could and took bloodwork that would be in the next day, but later that same day he passed on his own, which obviously was very hard on us. When Dr Seddon called the next day with the bloodwork, he explained it was very indicative that he more than likely had a tumor on his pancreas because of how low his blood sugar was and there was no way to cure that. He also said he was quite positive that he wasn't suffering during this time at all, which meant a lot! The cremation was handled so amazingly and even included a paw print. I am not typically a fan of conventional vets, but Dr Seddon is a top-notch, compassionate, exceptional conventional vet that has always been a go between for my 3 chihuahuas when something urgent comes up and I can't make it out to the holistic vet (Healing Paws). He has worked on Nico and Roxie, my other two dogs several times for issues and been super helpful! His whole staff is top-notch and compassionate! I truly love Bowie Towne Vet and am so appreciative I have such an outstanding vet practice so close to home. I wrote all of this with tears over the loss of our sweet little boy, but also mixed with tears of joy of appreciation for having such an amazing vet location that was so supportive and helpful during this hard time.

Dr. Seddon and his team have taken such great care of pup. Personalized service with a smile is so…read morevery important when navigating the sometimes scary world of doggy sickness. Thank you for all you do.

Dr. Felix and her staff are always kind and knowledgeable. She takes the time to explain things and…read morealways backs it with science. For example, she explained to me why grain-free may not be healthy for my dog and why natural, spray-on pest solutions can be dangerous. And she does it all without coming off as preachy!

Dr. Felix is amazing, she has been treating my dogs since 2021 and it has always been a good…read moreexperience for me, but especially for my dogs. Prices are reasonable and the staff is friendly. Most of the dogs in my family get treated by Dr. Felix. I highly recommend this clinic.

Now that the pandemic has been fully 'over' for quite a while, you can go inside as usual as you…read morewould expect to at most vets. There was one afternoon I went when it was crowded and I had to wait a while to get taken care of -- never doing that again, haha, but I suspected it beforehand. It just proved my point. My sweet spot is the mornings -- no later than 10 on weekdays if my schedule allows. I used to strictly make appointments on the phone, but now it can be done through their website / text message system. It's been a seamless system thus far. In person, the staff are always professional and very transparent with what they're doing (thankfully it's been nothing serious for my cats). Usually I get my cats back and within 5-10 minutes the staff are ready for me to check out. I do wish it was instant, as my cats are itching to return home once they're back in my hands, but I understand the process. I'm not sure when they added it, but they have a water / coffee station in there, and I really appreciate that. There's always a movie or two on the TV in there, and I've always admired how dogs and cats go on opposite sides. I haven't seen the wandering cat in a while... that means she was adopted I hope! APAW is going to continue being my go-to spot for all of my pet needs, and I hope they continue to do well.

Dear APAWs Veterinary Hospital Management,…read more I am writing to formally express my concerns regarding the care my dog Remy received at your facility under the care of Dr. Johnson. Remy was not just a pet; he was my companion and part of my family for nearly sixteen years. I had him since he was just 13 weeks old, and he was truly my son. Because of this, I trusted your hospital to provide compassionate and honest medical guidance during what ultimately became the final days of his life. During Remy's first visit, I brought him in due to noticeable behavioral changes, weakness, and concerns that something serious might be wrong. I specifically asked Dr. Johnson whether Remy might be nearing the end of his life based on his symptoms. I was told that he appeared to be okay, that he likely had joint issues or a possible infection, and that further diagnostics such as blood work or imaging could be considered later. At that time, no blood work was performed and the examination consisted only of a basic physical assessment. Each visit cost $119. Remy's condition continued to decline. After another episode in which he collapsed, I contacted the office again and was advised to bring him back. During this second visit blood work was finally performed, and I was told that Remy was anemic and had a low body temperature. I also informed Dr. Johnson that his breathing had changed and that he was not eating. Despite my repeated questions asking directly whether Remy was dying and my request that he not suffer unnecessarily, my concerns were not clearly addressed. Instead, I was told that additional diagnostics such as X-rays and an ultrasound would be needed to determine what was really going on. I was quoted approximately $1,000 for X-rays and $700 for an ultrasound. I explained that given Remy's age, I needed honest guidance about his prognosis before moving forward with costly procedures. I asked what his realistic life expectancy might be and whether these tests would meaningfully change the outcome. Unfortunately, I did not receive a clear answer. Throughout these visits I repeatedly requested pain management to ensure Remy would not suffer if he was indeed nearing the end of his life. Pain medication was not initially provided and I was told to continue following up. Eventually a five-day course of narcotic medication was prescribed which appeared to help him tolerate the pain temporarily, but his condition continued to decline. Remy ultimately passed away just hours before my birthday. I was not physically present at the moment he passed because I was on my way there when a sudden hailstorm made it impossible for me to arrive in time. My aunt was with him and called to tell me she believed he would not make it until I arrived. I was able to FaceTime him and speak to him. I told him that if he was tired, it was okay to rest, and that we had sixteen beautiful years together and that he would never be replaced. His eyes moved while I was speaking, and he passed away approximately thirty minutes later. I will always hope that he found comfort in hearing my voice. After Remy passed away, I contacted the hospital to inform staff and asked whether I could bring his body in or if someone would retrieve him. I was told that my aunt could drop him off and that someone would meet her outside to receive him, which unfortunately did not happen. When I later returned to pick up Remy's ashes approximately one week later, I requested to speak with Dr. Johnson but was told she had already left for the day following surgery. Later that same day I received a call from Dr. Johnson from the office phone. During that call she stated that she had just learned that Remy had passed away and that I had asked for her. This explanation was confusing, as the hospital had already been notified when his body was brought in. During that call she offered a brief apology and thanked me for being Remy's "nurse" in his final moments. I corrected her and explained that I was not his nurse, but his mother. Based on my experience, I was left with the troubling impression that the approach to Remy's care may have prioritized additional costly procedures rather than providing clear guidance about his condition and quality of life. After Remy passed, I reviewed other public reviews online and noticed several other pet owners describing similar experiences, which raised further concern for me. In my case, it felt as though continued follow-up visits and expensive diagnostic procedures were emphasized while my repeated questions about Remy's prognosis and comfort were not directly addressed. It was only after I clearly stated that I could not proceed with the additional $1,700 in diagnostic costs that pain medication was prescribed. As a grieving pet owner, this left me feeling that my vulnerability and love for my pet may have been taken advantage of during an already heartbreaking time. When families bring their pets in during serious illness, th

Dr. K is very professional and caring. I have always been satisfied with the service I have…read morereceived.

A once five-star review that is now 0…read more I wanted to share this for anyone who is, or has been a patient at Prince George's Animal Hospital. I've recommended Dr. Khianey for years and will continue to do so. But I won't be bringing my family to this hospital without Dr. Khianey. Dr. Khianey is the kindest, most talented veterinarian I have ever come across. Unfortunately, Prince George's Animal Hospital will never, ever be the same without him now after more than 40 years of stellar service to the community. Dr. Khianey saved the life of my first kitty, and cared for him throughout the latter half of his life with compassion and irreplaceable expertise for both my cat and for me. He has been caring for my two current cats in the same exact way, as if they were his own. He will continue to do so at the new practice lucky enough to have him. Dr. Khianey's work is exceptional and I have and will continue to recommend everyone I know go to him if they want a doctor who is competent, compassionate, beyond talented and truly cares for all of his patients with the same level of love he does his own. I would not trust anyone over him. I have seen terrified animals calmed by his presence. I have seen animals on the verge of death healed by his hands. I have wept in his offices and been comforted by his calm competence and expertise. No one will ever replace him and to lose him at Prince George's Animal Hospital after four decades of excellence is a fatal wound to this community. I am beyond crushed that he will not longer be practicing at the hospital he built. I hope all of his patients see this and learn the truth. Please, if you support Dr. Khianey and the excellent care he provides our families, support him. Dr. Khianey is an incredible veterinarian but he is also an amazing person who I am lucky to have met and blessed to have found to care for my family. We will no longer be patients at Prince George's Animal Hospital despite many, many years of excellent service now that he is gone. We love you Dr. Khianey and the least we can do is show you the support you have tirelessly given us and the entire DMV community for so many amazing years. We owe you so much and we would follow you anywhere. Separately, under new ownership and following Dr. Khianey's departure and the departure of his staff, I experienced incorrect bills, medications prescribed incorrectly, AI recording during appointments without notice, a near complete communication breakdown, incorrect invoices and records, etc. We had difficulty getting full copies of our records when we told staff we would no longer be patients at the hospital because Dr. Khianey is no longer practicing there. The new ownership also was not transparent and even went so far as to lie about why Dr. Khianey and his staff were no longer there. So please be aware of that if you continue to visit this hospital. - Abbie Bennett, mom to Hektor, Aslan and Kaan, 7-year patients of Dr. Khianey and counting. P.S. We loved Dr. Khianey's prior staff before the ownership change. We're so sorry this happened to all of you.

i've been taking my cats here since 2022: every time, any health issues have been properly…read morediagnosed and addressed at a fair price. recently, I noticed something wrong with my tuxedo Mino's mouth, and brought him in. a dental cleaning and extractions were recommended, with a quote ranging from $1000-3000. however, the actual procedure ended up being much less than the quote! the vet has always explained things well to me, and the techs are so friendly. the techs gave endless compliments to Mino, who is a super affectionate cat. he is SO happy after the teeth that were bothering him have been removed. it's like he's a kitten again. thank you, riverdale park animal hospital!

I found out about this place through a Yelp search when I first got my puppy. They had great…read morereviews so I decided to give them a try and this has been the only place I've taken my dog since. I've been to this place about 4 times now and I don't have any complaints. The customer service is always great and everyone has been friendly. I love that they let me know in advance how much everything costs so I'm not surprised at the end of my visits. The service doesn't usually take long either.

I can't say enough wonderful things about this place. I am so pleased and grateful for the…read moreexcellent customer service and kindness, everyone is professional and nice. They truly love the animals and I appreciate that. The doctor is so loving and patient with my dogs ( Joey & Cloe). They don't try to get over and over charge you for unnecessary things. Thank you Dr. Monica Kenny and all of the staff. Michael & Troy Brown

Dr Kinney was great. She understood my trepidation about some vaccines. She explained the core…read morevaccines vs additional vaccines. Her tech was great in handling my rambunctious 10 wk puppy, showing how to discourage nipping. Facility was clean. Glad I found a neighborhood black female vet. Very good first impression!

It's really hard to tell when your four-legged, furry friend is in need of some medical attention…read more My cat had been acting a bit off for a few days and it took me a while to catch onto the signs. I wish I would have caught it sooner for me to bypass some unneeded emotional damage. Once I finally did pick up on the signs I immediately looked for a nearby vet. But on a Sunday, there aren't many open. My choices were two emergency vets that were equal distances away. As you can see, I chose this one. On my way here, I was all in my emotions and almost bypassed the building. Luckily for me, I caught it at the last minute and whipped around. When I went in there was no hesitation about being seen. They are a digital establishment. Scan the QR code, fill in your information, and wait to be seen. I sat in the waiting room for what felt like an eternity, but we all feel that way in a time of need. Finally a vet tech came to see me and ask what was going on. I started to talk and only broke down instead. I was escorted in a room and they took my cat for a set of vitals. I was at that point where I thought she was attempting to cross that rainbow bridge. Instead, after the vitals and some talking to the vet, it was decided as to what was going on. I also want to thank them for being upfront with information. I was informed that they already know what it is and a course of treatment or I could spend a lot more money to do tests and come to the same conclusion. After a good cry I came to my senses and went with their suggested treatment. This was an emotionally exhausting day. Made a bit better by a good team at this place. My cat, upon returning home, was very lethargic because of the antibiotic and pain medication given. She was out of sorts for a bit, but back to normal within the timeframe quoted by this team.

We took our sweet boy Duke for an emergency follow-up after visiting a different vet earlier in the…read moreweek. The staff at Dogs and Cats Emergency & Specialty were amazing from the moment we walked in. They were extremely thorough while showing such care and concern for Duke. They explained what was happening, were transparent about the cost, and gave an honest assessment of the prognosis for our baby. Dr. S explained our options and gave us time to process everything. She answered all our questions and reassured us that there was no right or wrong way to go. Ultimately, we made the heartbreaking decision to let Duke go and she supported it, agreeing it was the kindest choice given his age, prognosis, and his current state. When I asked her what she would do for her own fur baby given the circumstances, Dr. S was transparent and told us she would do the same. That gave us a small bit of comfort that we weren't rushing into it prematurely. Dr. S gave us referrals to a few vets who could come to our home to help us with Duke's final care. We chose Lap of Love Veterinary Hospice, who were equally wonderful during such a horrible time. We appreciate all of the staff at Dogs and Cats Emergency & Specialty, from the folks at the front desk to the nurses and doctors. There were small things that I appreciated... when they brought our baby to us, they put down a plush blanket so he could be comfortable and not laying directly on the floor. Also, right before we left, one of the nurses even came in to say goodbye to Duke and tell him he was a sweet boy. She loved on him and that small gesture will always stick with me. I thank everyone for showing such love and support during one of the most difficult times in my family's life. I would absolutely recommend Dogs and Cats Emergency & Specialty to anyone needing care for their fur baby.

I want to express my gratitude to Dr. Sue Maturo and Dr. Kristen Hogue who are highly trained…read morecompassionate veterinarians. They have consistently performed very professionally helping my two cats who have hyperthyroidism and chronic kidney disease, always with a kind personal touch. The Animal Medical Center of Watkins Park is always sparkling clean with a friendly staff. I want to thank them all for their very quick scheduling and patiently instructing me me how to get fluids, shots and other procedures. Because of all of them and their hard work I now have the hope for the longest and highest quality of life for my pets.

They are pricey in comparison to other veterinarians. Overall the service is good. The doctors…read morecommunicate well and care about your fur baby but the pricing and some of the policies are why I decided to leave.

Juliet Paneitz, DVM was great with my sick cat. Good explanation of issues and was able to perform…read morebloodwork and ultrasound at appointment (they don't read images but can give general sense if there is a problem). Took time on phone explaining things. I did not feel rushed.

I stopped by Lynn Animal Hospital at approximately 7:03 PM hoping to get urgent guidance about two…read morenewborn orphaned kittens that had been without their mother for over 24 hours. I arrived just a few minutes after closing, fully understanding that the hospital had officially closed. What was incredibly disappointing was that I stood outside knocking on the door for approximately five minutes while multiple staff members walked past the front windows. Several employees looked directly at me, made eye contact, and continued walking without acknowledging me or even coming to the door. I wasn't expecting anyone to reopen the hospital or stay late to see patients. I simply hoped that someone would take 30 seconds to ask if everything was okay or point me toward an emergency clinic or another resource. Instead, I was completely ignored. As a physician, I can't imagine seeing someone visibly asking for help just minutes after closing and not even acknowledging their presence. Even if the answer is "We're closed," basic compassion and professionalism go a long way. This experience left me deeply disappointed. I hope the practice reflects on how situations like this are handled in the future, because feeling completely ignored when seeking urgent help is not what anyone expects from a healthcare profession.

I love Dr. Dubois and this animal hospital. Dr. Dubois is very attentive. He does like to talk,…read moreso I've learned to not introduce non-dog topics. My pets have always received the best care and proper diagnosis when they've been ill. We have also started seeing Dr. Kirkendoll (sp). She is wonderful as well. Very gentle with the pets and very knowledgeable. The animal hospital is always accommodating on any needs our pets have.

I wish I knew sooner. After 20 years of trying different vets in the area, Dr. Kirkendall is hands…read moredown the best. It's a quick 8-minute drive from our house in Brookland, and absolutely worth it. The office isn't fancy--no preschool-themed waiting room--but our dog doesn't need a gymboree. She needs great care, and that's exactly what Dr. K and her team provide. I went to vet school before switching to human medicine, so I recognize when care is excellent and pricing is fair. No upselling, no nonsense--just kindness, skill, and respect for your pet and your wallet. We found her after a few too many overpriced, underwhelming visits closer to home. Everyone I've referred her to has had a great experience, too. Hope this helps someone looking.