Dr. Ashman, Dr. Gorgon, and the amazing staff at Carson Valley Veterinary Hospital saved my best friend's life! I brought my dog Widget in when she was critically ill. She had stopped eating, was lethargic, and her gums were pale. She was diagnosed with IMHA (immune-mediated hemolytic anemia), a condition where the immune system attacks the body's own red blood cells, and she needed a blood transfusion right away. They got her one quickly, and one of the staff members was even kind enough to bring in their own dog as the donor. That showed me how invested they were in Widget's well-being and in saving her, and it made me feel like I could truly trust them with her care. The transfusion stabilized Widget and saved her life, and the team treated her IMHA effectively from there. During her recovery, Widget and I visited Dr. Gorgon once a week to check her lab work and make sure she wasn't backsliding. I could tell from the way Widget interacted with Dr. Gorgon that she trusted her, which really impressed me because Widget is a nervous dog. Widget has since made a remarkable recovery and is back to her old life of adventures. A few other things worth knowing: * The staff is very responsive whenever you call or have a question. * The facilities are clean and modern. * They do in-house bloodwork so you get results fast. * They have a pharmacy and can fill prescriptions on site. * They accepted ScratchPay and CareCredit at the time of Widget's emergency (worth confirming if you plan to use either). When your pet is sick, the last thing you want to worry about is whether you can afford their care. If you're in the South Lake Tahoe area, I can't recommend Carson Valley Veterinary Hospital enough. We have wonderful vets up here, but they simply aren't as well equipped for emergencies like Widget's. After the care she received, I'd gladly drive her down the mountain once a week. Thank you to everyone at Carson Valley Veterinary Hospital. We're so grateful. read more

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I am extremely disappointed and heartbroken over our experience here. We brought our cat, Bandit, in because he was very sick, weak, losing weight, and clearly not himself. I was already extremely emotional and scared, and instead of feeling like we had a team trying to help us, I felt like the first priority was how much money we could pay. Before even running tests to determine what was wrong with him, we were being asked about the cost. I understand that veterinary care costs money and that businesses have to charge for their services, but when someone is sitting there crying and desperately trying to help their pet, there should be compassion and some effort to explain the options clearly not make them feel like they are being forced into an impossible financial decision. We ultimately had to make the heartbreaking decision to put Bandit to sleep. I will always wonder whether something could have been done for him if we had been given a real opportunity to find out what was wrong and discuss treatment options before being pushed toward the cost of everything. We were charged around $500 for the euthanasia and cremation. I understand cremation is an additional service, but being charged that much after feeling like there wasn't much effort made to actually help save him has left me feeling devastated and taken advantage of. The most painful part is that I didn't feel like Bandit was being treated as a life that mattered. I felt like I was being treated as a customer and a dollar amount during one of the worst moments of my life. I held Bandit's hand while he received his final shot. He was a cat we found and rescued and became part of our family. We loved him, and we wanted to help him. I just wish I had felt that the people caring for him wanted the same thing. I hope this experience is taken seriously and that other families in a similar situation are given more compassion, transparency about costs, and genuine options before being put in the position we were in. read more

Our tiny Princess Leia ("The Iron Lady") made a terrible life choice involving razor blade pieces, and this incredible vet team saved her life. After losing our previous tiny Yorkie during a routine dental procedure, we were absolutely terrified -- but from the first moment, the doctors and staff treated Leia like family. The level of skill, compassion, communication, and care we received was extraordinary. A huge thank you to Cameron Ross and Nick Mannan for their incredible work, kindness, and dedication during one of the scariest moments of our lives. Today Leia is back to doing zoomies, giving kisses, and running the household like nothing ever happened. We will never forget what this team did for our family. read more

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We have a rescue dog we adopted from the Carson City Humane Society last year as a 4 month old pup. We had yet to set up a new Veterinarian office. Well I noticed she had a little unpleasant discharge. Knowing this is not normal, we called around and found this office has Urgent Care appts for non-life-threatening situations. I was already pretty sure what she had but also knew she needed antibiotics to get rid of it. I was able to catch a clean urine sample right before we left to rule out any UTI. Now our Sushi girl was ready to go and a 2 town away drive. Once upon arriving, this place is huge! Really clean once and very nice inside. Very nice Employees to help along the way. Once checked in, we were taken back and talked with a very sweet Vet Tech. Now the Veterinarian comes in, Dr Dalton Pils and plops right down on the floor. Sushi is loving all over him while he gets a good assessment on her. They take her back and run a few tests which were included in the original ER charge. Results came back as to what I had originally thought it was. Antibiotics and steroids for 10 days. They gave her chewables, and not again lol. I had to hide chewables in cheese lol. I have a picky pup lol. I highly recommend Dr Pils if you have to go to Urgent Care and can pick your Vet. He really reminds me of the Vet we left when we moved here from SETX. read more

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Dr Jen saponas was excellent and informative ! Dr has a gentle hand and knows her medication well . We were biding from Hemet Calif. and our three chihuahuas had worms ! We rushed in and last minute the hospital managed to put us in their appointments ! Absolutely awesome ! read more

The Dr Smith, Dr Nelson and the team took great care of my sick kitty when he had an unknown illness. While we were so worried about him, we knew he was getting the best possible care. read more

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Over the summer, my cat got hurt. We did not know what was going on. We've seen five doctors there and they even kept her overnight to monitor her and then they all told us that she was a healthy cat. They couldn't find anything wrong with her and the last one told us not to come back pretty much because my cat was getting worse, not better. They told me she had a fracture bone but that's not what she had. We took her to another vet and they found the problem but it was too late she didn't survive so I feel this Vet killed my cat. read more

Thank you to Dr. Gorgon and her staff for helping Stella feel better! Nothing worse than having your fur baby hurting and being out of town. Not knowing who can help, well we lucked out they were open on a holiday. Definitely recommend them! Professional and clean. read more

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First off I called Carson Valley vet on Labor Day and they were trying to charge me twice as much if I were to just bring him in the next day, they said the cost would go down half the price that is absolutely ridiculous. That would be like a hospital charging us more if we were sick and we showed up on a holiday and then with that being said they're not there to save an animal. They're there to make money that's all they care about. The Vet Tech I spoke to on the phone told me to wait it out for the day and to just "MONITOR" him as if they didn't want us to bring our cat in. who knows if I would've taken him a day before he may have just lived I will never ever recommend this place nor will I bring any of my pets here? read more

we had to take our pet of 17 years to get put down today. We called and they got us right in. Lauren Corey did not even charge us for the Euthanasia. We did not even notice this until we got home. She did not have to do that. It is so nice to see in today's world that there are still gods and honest people out there. I would definitely recommend Carson Valley Veterinary to anyone. read more

I have to give huge kudos for the kindness and compassionate care we received from Dr Warner on May 14th, Our 4 year old dog Archie was sicker than any of us first realized. But Dr Warner delivered devastating news as kindly as possible and helped us make a difficult decision with patience and kindness above and beyond. His assistant Jazmine was also outstandingly kind, gentle and caring. I cannot thank you all enough. read more

I can't say enough amazing things about Carson Valley Vet! They have always taken exceptional care of my dog, Copper, and I've never had anything less than outstanding service. On a recent visit, I had to bring him in on a Sunday, and they got me in immediately. Copper needed emergency dental surgery, and they managed to squeeze him in just a day and a half later. The team always takes the time to explain everything in detail, and they're completely honest and open about all options. A special shoutout to Dr. Warner for his expertise and care, and to Rachel--her kindness and calmness were exactly what I needed in that moment. I trusted her immediately, and she made the entire experience so much easier. To top it all off, the cost of Copper's 22 tooth extractions was incredibly reasonable and even less than the initial quote. I live an hour away, but I will always bring my animals here. Thank you, Carson Valley Vet, for consistently going above and beyond! read more

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I would like to express my heartfelt gratitude to Dr. Mannan, whose compassionate guidance helped us make the toughest decision with clarity and confidence. Dr. Mannan took the time to explain everything, ensuring we understood every aspect of our beloved dog's condition. I highly recommend Carson Valley Veterinary Hospital, and I would choose them again and again. We traveled from Dayton for a second opinion, and although the news wasn't what we had hoped, I'm grateful for the experience. Dr. Mannan's kindness, gentleness, and genuine concern for our pet's well-being shone through. The office staff showed immense kindness during my difficult time. The prices were well worth the drive, especially considering Dayton quoted three times more for the same service. It's truly remarkable. This hospital is state-of-the-art, and I would be honored to bring any future pets here. Although we're not ready for another pet just yet, after having to say goodbye to two dogs in one year. Thank you again, Kymm and Miranda Gibbons RIP My beloved buddies for life !! Tank and Sammy Gibbons read more

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The fact I can make an appointment on the weekend, specifically Sunday is amazing!! The vet and tech were very friendly and efficient. I was in and out with two dogs in 20 minutes! Great service!! read more

Not the final review of 2023 I was hoping to write but unfortunately, it became time to put our baby girl, Beastie, to sleep. From making the appointment on the phone, to interacting with the staff in person, everybody was caring, sympathetic, and patient. In a strange twist, while I was filling out the paperwork, our dog ended up passing away in my wife's arms...right there in the waiting area. The girls at the desk took her into a room to verify and unfortunately, did confirm that she had passed. They gave us a private room to say our goodbyes, and handled all of the paperwork/payments privately so we wouldn't have to go back into the waiting room. We ended up going with the option to have her cremated and ashes returned to us and to have her paws molded. Obviously, they removed the euthanasia charge from the final bill. I would highly recommend this place to every dog parent. They truly care for your pet and are very kind. Below is the final picture of our baby. It was taken in the parking lot, just seconds before she passed. She loved the mountains very much. read more

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Amazing Experience - Highly Recommend! We had an absolutely stellar experience with Dr. Timmerman, Dr. Bailey, and the entire staff at Carson Valley Pet Hospital. The facility is beautiful and equipped with the latest technology. Everyone was kind, caring, and incredibly knowledgeable. After months of getting nowhere elsewhere, the team performed a nasal CT and rhinoscopy for our dog and finally gave us answers--with excellent communication every step of the way. I truly feel like we've found our new primary care vet. We'll be back again and again. Highly recommend! read more

Do not take your pet anywhere else. I love Carson Valley Vet Hospital. Today I called from work, my dog ate a corn cob two days ago and wouldn't walk today. Called them explained the situation, , I was already headed there. They had me pull over and do some tests on my dog, they said come straight here, we will watch for you. Got there and they took him straight back, did X-rays and in 15 minutes had some answers and they are treating him. If they have to do surgery they will. Saga ongoing but doc said this is a common thing and everything will be ok. I live in Carson and work in Reno, drove all the way out there because I don't trust anyone else with my Frenchie. Staff and doctors are absolutely amazing. World class in caring for you and your pet. I will not take my dogs anywhere else and make the drive because it's worth it. 10 stars! So thankful to have them for our community. read more

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Dr Ross and staff were very professional. Our dog was neutered and all went well. Staff called the following day to be sure all was well. 'Leo' healed quickly w/ no negative experiences. I'm very satisfied with Carson Valley Vet Hospital! read more

We see Dr Nelson. I love him and so does Sammy (my Golden Retriever) very nice facility

Everything was as it should be when you have to take your beloved pet into the vet ! He received the best care and they were really concerned with his safety I'm so glad I found them because he was going into antifilactic shock and they saved his life Yhank you Dr Hoult ! read more

I couldn't have gone to a better place to help with our dog. The staff is friendly and supportive. Unfortunately we had to visit this place to put our beloved dog down. I respect the vet and the crew there for helping us with such a difficult decision. read more

Let me tell you, if you need a veterinarian to go to in this area, you need to pay these guys a visit we were really impressed with how clean the place was, but he has a brand new building but, we lived in this area years ago and it's amazing how many things have built up and this is one of them that is fantastic. My Little Roo, my sweet little Chihuahua, who is under three panels, had a PDA, which is part of its heart murmur, and needed heart surgery as soon as possible. We had gone to a place in Reno, but neither one of us were very comfortable, and did not feel right, so we did major research and Dr. Ross at Carson Valley veterinarian Hospital was our choice. They let us stay in their parking lot in our camper van, which was super nice and so easy in the morning to drop her off at 7 AM in one minute compared to driving two hours that was very nice of them to let us stay. Fantastic, clean place. The staff is absolutely wonderful. We dropped her off on Thursday morning. She had surgery Thursday afternoon. Dr. Ross called me and told me how good she was doing, and we could pick her up the next day at 1 PM. I decided to go home and get some things done and came back on Friday to pick her up at 1 PM. She was in good hands, the sweet vet tech, I didn't get her name, but she said that my puppy just sat in their shirts during the daytime and turn the phone and just sitting there looking around it was very happy to be hanging out with them. It was really cute. I almost had to fight to get my dog back lol just kidding. They all loved her. I want to thank them very much for saving my little puppies life, I was so scared and they did such a great job and you will definitely have my business and a lot of my friends business by the time I'm done. If anyone on here needs a good veterinarian tell them Kelly Barr recommended you, I would appreciate it. read more

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We were referred to this place because they have doctors who are trained in the type of surgery my dog needs. It's not too far from Reno and the drive is easy. From the initial phone call to set up a consultation to meeting the doctor, our experience has been amazing! We were greeted by friendly people when we checked in. The vet tech who walked us to our room and did the initial check was informative and helpful. Dr. Nelson was incredibly personable. He got down on the floor and gave my dog lots of love and pettings. We have our surgery set for our dog in a few weeks and I'm confident he will be in good hands. It's apparent they love animals! I'm so glad my fur baby will be taken care of here. read more

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Best vet experience ever. My dog came up lame suddenly. Called in the morning and got in by early afternoon same day. Was seen promptly by Dr. Nick Mannan. His love of dogs was evident. He dropped down on the floor with her and gave her a hands-on exam and found the problem. Out the door for an acceptable price and with my meds in hand. Didn't push unnecessary additional expensive testing, which is a common experience at other places I've been. All of the staff I encountered here were kind, helpful and professional. read more

This outfit used to be the premier vet hospital in the Valley, but now charges as if the dogs are humans. Went for an annual visit with our dog, and vet recommended a blood test. He took 15 minutes with us, bill to check out was $400!!! Beware! read more

Had our first ever appointment at CVVH yesterday and was extremely pleased from interacting with the gals at the front desk, to the tech all the way to Dr. Pils. Everyone was very nice, asked questions, loved on our babies, gave them treats after their shots...all the things you could hope for. This was our kitties first trip to the Vet so I was unsure how they'd do, but they were purring and half asleep in their carrier by the time we were done. Dr. Pils came in after examining them/administering vaccines and went through everything he checked to give them a clean bill of health. He was nice, calm, informative and made sure I didn't have any questions or concerns. They set me up with an appointment for our next visit while we were still in the exam room and give me some details on what was coming up as well as what the spay/neutering process would be like when it was time. We were only in for vaccines but I can tell they all care about the animals they're working with which goes a long way in my book. We were referred there by a friend as some of the Vets in our area (Tahoe) had less than stellar reviews. I am feeling like we are in great hands with them and they'll take wonderful care of our kitties. read more

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Everything about the visit was positive. We got the puppy package and saw Dr Pitts - very satisfied with visit and education. Highly recommend! read more

Absolutely terrible. I heard them talking bad about how other people were taking care of their dogs like they were trash and the management is terrible to their staff! They also dont care about the aftermath of an animals surgery site once it goes out the building if its bleeding out. read more

I have been here once before with my previous cat. Today, I went to their new facility & Amelia in the front desk was very kind in helping me set appointments for our new kitten. She was very attentive & answering all my questions. Great customer service Amelia read more

I relocated from another Vet to Carson Valley Veterinary on a recommendation from a trusted friend. I have to admit the experience taking my two pups in for their annual exams was no less than great! They received a thorough exam with the gentlest care. I am so glad I moved their care over to Dr. Nelson. read more

Carson Valley Veterinary Hospital - My pups. - Veterinarians Near Me - Gardnerville, Nevada

Reviewing a Veterinarian practice can be a very emotional experience when it involves your fur children. The reviews that I've read range from 5 Stars (you saved Spot) to 1 Star (you killed Fluffy). Gayle and I moved to the Carson Valley over 2 years ago, and not over the course of 4 cats (2 who passed and 2 new ones) and multiple visits, we feel that we now have a good handle on the Carson Valley Veterinary Hospital (CVVH). Here's what we appreciate the most: - Same Day Appointments. CVVH is a busy place, but they still allow same day appointments, on the condition that the time might slide depending on business that day. - 7 Day Flexibility. For example, we were in last Sunday for a well-cat appointment for the 2 newest members of the family (Catticus and Scout). - Professional service and Empathetic Staff. It wasn't easy to let go of Graycie and Olivia, but through our tears we felt well taken care of. - Good Pro and Con Diagnosis. In the case of Graycie and Olivia, we were well informed of what could be done and how much. Yes, you could choose to endow a wing of a new Vet Clinic by spending whatever it takes, but we felt we were given the right information to make the most loving decision. - Reasonable Pricing. I realize that this opinion is in the eye of the beholder. But let's just say that compared to what we paid in the Bay Area, we're quite pleased. Finally, my best friend from High School (who I've known for almost all the time I've been alive) is a successful Vet in Portland. According to Bob (and Iowa State grad), there's a shortage of Vets out there, and those that are left are working as hard as they can. So as best we are able, we'll remain kind, patience, and appreciative of the Veterinarian service we receive read more

I live in Dayton and make the commute to Minden to see Dr.Sheets. I have 3 dogs and he has built a great relationship with them all :-) I enjoy the whole staff, always friendly and professional. Thank you Carson Valley Vet! read more

Carson Valley Veterinary Hospital - Missy , Harley and Wrangler - Veterinarians Near Me - Gardnerville, Nevada

I find it hard to leave a review at all, But I found this vet by someone suggesting them to me. I am thankful for them doing so. I had my Shepard put down at the end of April due to health complications that lead him to the end of his life. The office staff showed sympathy & made no judgment by the way I left the office in tears. A few months went by & I rescued another Shepard from the local shelter. I had called to make an appointment just to have the vet look at him also to answer a few questions I had about prolonging his life in the future. The Doc was helpful & made a few Suggestions that I am still pondering. I would definitely suggest this place to anyone who cares deeply for their 4 legged family Members. read more

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Top notch facility and staff. We are looking to move to the area and I think we found our vet.

I'm writing a review that I never thought I'd write. Our sweet girl got sick on a Sunday morning. Although she was healthy (we thought) & playing the day before, the next day we knew something was wrong and required a vet visit. Carson Valley Veterinary Hospital is one of few locations open 7-days per week. We called and were quickly scheduled for a wellness check. Upon arrival we were greeted by friendly staff and a polite vet tech. In short order we were asked to come in and discuss our sweet Lexi's condition. Our doctor (Amanda Buffo) was proffesional, patient and caring. However, she was also very honest when we asked about the testing she recommended. We asked if she felt there was cause for concern, she said, "Yes I'm very concerned". At that moment, we knew something we never considered could be a possibility. Amanda and team completed the tests and unfortunately identified our poor sweet girl was in very bad shape. She had fluid outside her intestines, and a large mass on her liver that must have recently burst. Amanda completed an ultrasound and let us know just this was causing extreme pain. She offered a referral to UC Davis if that was in fact what we wanted to do. We could not imagine leaving her in pain, scared, vomiting and full of fluid that shouldn't be there. We felt (personal choice for all of us) it would be for selfish reasons to prolong her suffering. Ultimately we decided to put her to rest. Amanda was SO kind!. She waited for us to get her favorite blanket and toys. She explained every single step she would be taking in detail to ensure we knew what to expect. Amanda sat next to us on the grass, under a tree. She was kind and compassionate through the entire process. This could NEVER be a good situation, we are broken hearted and empty without her! We thank you Amanda for doing your best to ease our pain. We were fortunate to have you as Lexi's doctor during the most difficult time of her little life! read more

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My first experience was ok, I had adopted a puppy from the SPCA and took him to start his vaccines. When he had kennel cough; any appointment I would schedule they considered an emergency - by the time we were done with the additional cost of the medication's - I almost had to mortgage the house . To make matters worse they wanted me to bring him back in to get his final vaccine and when I did, they wanted me to pay for an additional office visit. One of the office staff was so rude, when I questioned the additional cost for the vaccine; I left and found another veterinary clinic much better prices and considerate staff. read more

We brought our big baby in after he stopped eating and his lower lip was swelling. Carson valley vet hospital was full of kind staff, and they were very reasonably priced. read more

They respond by saying I hadn't been there in 8 months, as if that means what happened to me and my dog didn't happen. Of course I haven't been there - I will never go back to a vet that provides such poor care of my dog. They are just trying to make it seem that I wasn't a client instead of taking responsibility. read more

We were driving on our way from san diego to Lake Tahoe when our Dog, Petunia started having diarrhea almost every hour. You can imagine the stress and worry my husband and i were having while on a supposed vacation. We were calling alot of clinics but were not available until we were able to luckily get a spot at Carson Valley Vet hospital. Can i just first say, their establishment was clean, modern and beautiful. Their equipment was up to date, looking like fanciest ER ive seen so far. Finally the best part was Dr. Scott Warner. We were seen on time, his decision making based on his assessment was fast and well thought off and he includes you in explaining it in laymans term what the hell was going on with our baby. They drew labs and after 25 mins decided on a care plan. Turns out, after having pancreatitis, my dog had ended up with gastric enteritis. He walked me through the labs and his thought process in treating her. We walked out of there after an iv hydration, meds and probiotics. We finally had a good sleep that night since the meds are working on her. She was so much better the next morning. Thank you for treating her wall Dr. Warner and the team of carson valley vet hospital! read more

Hopefully her hip replacement. Maltipom Maxitoo. They are kind at the hospital. The doctors know what they are doing. I brought Maxi in and they took it from there. One complaint is, they aren't keeping me in the loop about where they are in the operation. Or not. I've sat all day worrying about my baby and it's hard to just sit and wonder. My fur babies mean everything to me. This is my vet from now on. I have to fill out my wellness year. read more