Hazelnut and I are new to Companion Pet Care but we will never go anywhere else. This was an unprecedented level of care, compassion and kindness. Dr. Burghardt was thorough and engaging. From the moment I met him, I knew Hazelnut was in good hands and that he cared about helping us. The staff is all friendly and clearly love animals. An honest and trustworthy vet is priceless!! Thank you!! read more

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My dog was only a patient here for a period of about 4 months. Everyone in the office was always very kind and Dr. Burghardt's exams were always very thorough. I never felt rushed which was appreciated and he had a very gentle demeanor about him. Unfortunately, our last visit didn't go well. I brought my dog in because his gums had started bleeding the night prior and there was blood in his stool. Dr. Burghardt diagnosed him with ITP, meaning he had low blood platelets, as was confirmed with blood testing that day. I was sent home with him that Friday afternoon with steroids. After reading more about the disease online, I called back later that day with follow up questions, but Dr. Burghardt had already stepped out for the weekend. We ended up taking our dog to the emergency vet later that evening and I'm so glad we did. Upon arrival, they said his platelet level was so low (essentially zero) that he was at risk for spontaneous bleeding - with potential to occur in his brain or lungs - and needed close monitoring and additional immune support. He ultimately died the next day after not responding quickly enough to the steroids and the identification of a tumor on his spleen (the likely culprit sending his immune system into a spiral). I'm mostly disappointed that we were sent home from Companion Pet Care on a Friday afternoon with little information, knowing that they were closed through the weekend. I don't think the severity of this condition was taken seriously enough or relayed to us in an appropriate manner. The office manager did call on Sunday to check in on him, at which time I shared that he had passed. I called back on Monday to see if they had received the ER records and to ask if Dr. Burghardt could call back at some point to summarize what had happened based on the medical records. At that point we were in shock and still confused since everything had happened so fast. We never got a call back or email which was really unfortunate. I would have thought he'd at least want to connect with us once since our dog was his patient and had died over the weekend. Ultimately, no one is to blame here but I don't feel like the situation was handled appropriately. I'm just so thankful we did our research and listened to our gut and brought him to the ER that evening so that he could be kept on fluids and oxygen support until it was his time to go. Apparently, ITP can develop and worsen VERY quickly. Keeping him at home would have been an awful experience and I'm sure the guilt we would have carried would have been unimaginable. More than anything, this is a warning to other pet owners that if you see those signs, please go to the ER immediately. This is not something you want to treat at home. Even if they seem fine in that moment, they could worsen within a matter or hours as our little guy did. read more

We've been coming to Companion Pet Care for years and they've cared for multiple pets. When we got our Labradoodle 7 years ago Dr. Ted and his staff were incredibly helpful in navigating the puppy phase. They treat you like family and are always very responsive and professional. I've referred numerous friends and everyone all agrees that Companion Pet Care is the best Vet in North County. read more

As a new resident of Encinitas I was looking for a good veterinarian for my pups. My dog Olive needed a teeth cleaning and Companion Pet Care did a great job. I like that they are a small vet office that really takes pride in caring for my pets. read more

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I've been taking all my pets to Companion Pet Care since before Dr. Ted Burghardt took over the hospital. He is the best and most caring vet I know. I've had several occasions where one of my pets had an emergency, and he squeezed us in. Even in non-urgent situations, we can always get an appointment within a few days. When my 18 year old dog with kidney and liver issues had a recurring growth that started bleeding and getting infected, no one dared to remove it because of her age and the danger anesthesia would pose. Dr. Ted removed it under sedation and my old lady was back to normal the next day. All the friends I referred love Companion Pet Care. read more

Dr Ted and staff took such great care of all three of my babies, Sunshine and Kingsley when they both had to go in for spay, Kingsley for a growth on her front leg and newest foster failure Rio for all her baby care . Great communication throughout and great care - we felt our pups were in the best hands and all of them recovered with less stress and are in good health. Thanks Companion Pet Care! read more

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I specifically made an appointment with Dr. Ted Burghardt. I was assured we would be seeing him. When we arrived someone else came in the room for the exam. She had NO credentials, no business card in the lobby and is not listed on the website so we don't know if she was an actual Vet Dr.?? Dr Ted was highly recommended to us, not just a random person that works at the clinic. We have never had an annual exam that shots weren't required and then the in house mixture of ear medicine she concocted in the back is suspect. We wanted a small Vet clinic not a corporate one since those kinds of clinics just try real hard to get us to pay for unnecessary labs, well this clinic was worse. We won't be returning, we have no trust in this clinic. read more

Completely unorganized office staff. They have forgotten some detail on every visit, and I have to constantly remind them. The Dr. seems nice and competent enough, but you never see him, you only get to interact with the staff. In 4 visits I've never been greeted once upon entry or seen the front desk manager smile. Unprofessional and unwelcoming. read more

I have known Dr Burghardt for over 8 years, one thing stands out Kindness. Another word about Dr is dedication, and consummate professional. He was actually a professional Tennis player as well. As a student of humanity at 62 years young and a very social guy, I have met ALOT of people and my favorite person is DR Ted Burghardt. I trust to him my baby Shiba Inu Ridley. We have taken Ridley to Ted for almost 6 years. Ridley shudders at the sight of a lab coat, but Ted's calming demeanor soothes Ridley. Ridley is like a son to me and I trust his life to Dr Burghardt. Ted is a gift to all the animals and their owners in Encinitas and the surrounding areas. Thank God for Ted we are lucky to have him! Any questions about him you can ask me I love the guy and his work so much I trust my treasured companion Ridley to him. You can't do better than Companion Pet care. read more

We cannot say enough great things about Companion Pet Care. The entire staff did an amazing job with our sick kitty, Einstein. They were very thorough and compassionate. They followed up a few times to make sure Einstein was on the mend and to address any ongoing concerns we had. Dr. Burghardt especially took the time to make sure we understood what was needed to diagnose what was going on and our treatment options. Highly recommend if you are looking for a caring and competent vet for your furry loved one. read more

I can't say enough wonderful things about Dr B. He is so knowledgeable, thorough and genuinely caring. He diagnosed our pup with a heart murmur that turned out to be degenerative valve disease. He (and the other Dr who was in the office at the time)then cared for us for 8 months and we couldn't have asked for better care. We had to take our girl to another vet recently due to an emergency on a weekend and I was so disappointed. I will always recommend Dr Burghardt. read more

I don't write reviews very often but I love everybody at this office! When I moved to Encinitas I jumped around from vet to vet until I found them. Everyone is kind and so attentive. I've never waited more than a few minutes for an appointment and every time I've called they got me and my pup in that day. The best thing by far is that they aren't just about the money. Which most vets even though I'm sure they love your pets jump right to every single test and procedure that you "need" to do. Here, they just been tell me the options,, the consequences of each option and when I ask how much things cost they don't look at me like I'm an uncaring pet owner. I'm able to consider my options, consider my dog's health and well-being, and also consider my finances and what is really needed. And after every appointment and procedure they call to find out how my puppy is doing. Truly lovely people. I can't tell you what a relief it is to totally trust my vet. Thank you! read more

We are new clients and I have never been more impressed by a veterinary team. Everyone is focused on the well-being of the dog, and their follow-through is kind and caring. Both Pippi and Graciela enjoyed their visits. read more

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Dr. Burkhardt and his staff were super with my pups. You can definitely tell they love animals! Dr. B took his time with Coco and Badger, giving them a thorough exam, and answered all my questions and concerns. My appointment was right on time and there was no pressure for any "extras". They followed up the next day to see how my pups were doing. What a terrific crew! I definitely recommend Companion Pet Care. I have been to many different vet clinics over the years and this one tops them all! read more

Companion Pet Care goes above and beyond! Dr Burghardt is kind, compassionate and has been extremely helpful with our Aussies health concern. This is the best experience I have had with a vet! read more

Our two elderly dachshunds (age 14) have received excellent care from Dr. B and his team of caring nurses and assistants for many years now. I cannot recommend this practice enough. read more

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A lovely practice with terrific support staff. Dr. Burghardt is a humble guy that works with you to accomplish the best for your companions. read more

I am always very comfortable to bring my dogs in to Companion Pet Care, they are extremely kind, thoughtful, and caring. I have found it easy in scheduling and drop-offs, the staff is very helpful and considerate. The doctors are wonderful and explain treatments before and after, which is reassuring. I highly recommend!! read more

I can't say enough about Companion Pet Care. My 17 year old cat has needed special care and the staff and Doctors at CPC are fantastic. Very caring and great at following up. read more

We are forever grateful for Dr. Ted Burghardt and his team at Companion Pet Care in Encinitas, CA. They have once again exceeded our expectations with the neuter surgery on our beloved rescue pup Kaipo! We have brought our own pets and referred family and friends to Dr. Burghardt for many years, long before his work at Companion Pet Care. He is a superb veterinarian, surgeon, has a fantastic bedside manner and has high morals. Companion Pet Care is close to the 5, right off the 101- there's always parking in their lot and the clinic is warm and inviting. The staff is knowledgeable, kind, and professional. They have a clinic cat and dog who act as the welcoming committee and make the hospital feel like the mom-pop clinics of the past. The hospital has all the modern equipment and they text/email and call with care reminders. In 2019 Dr. Burghardt and the Companion Pet Care team took care of our 9 year old Maltipoo's dental cleaning with extractions, our King Charles Cavalier Spaniel's complicated dental, extractions, and oral surgery, and our Dobie mix rescue pup's spay/microchip. We've had dogs all of our lives and never have they recovered so beautifully after complex procedures as they have after seeing Dr. Burghardt. We trust him and his team with our fur family members and feel blessed to have found him! read more

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Doctor Ted is the best. He and his staff work very hard to make our rescue Sandy feel comfortable. Nugget is the sweetest host! Sandy loves her. Thanks for everything! read more

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Thank goodness for the amazing care that Dr. Burghardt and his team gave our dog Remington. Our boy had lodged a tiny splinter of a piece of bone into his gum. Dr. B took time with his examination and asked extra questions to ensure Remington's health. His office staff answered the phone promptly when scheduling his appointment and had Remy seen quickly during these busy holiday schedules. Dr. B took his time taking Remy bad to be seen, making sure he felt comfortable. Plus, we had a pleasant follow-up call this morning from Cassidy to check on Remington. I'm so glad we now have a new doctor for my pumpkin. read more

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Dr. B and his staff are so compassionate and friendly. This vet hospital is a true gem. They treat the pets like their own and care about their community in Encinitas. I highly recommend! read more

This place is a gem! We have moved many times and with the exception of my dog's very first vet 14 years ago, this is. Y favorite! You won't find a better vet! The whole office, including Dr Berkhardt are so caring and I never feel pressure to get anything done as I have with most other vets. Don't hesitate to choose Companion Pet Care! read more

Excellent - never rate anything and feel CPC is worthy of a couple of minutes. Dr B is so nice and patient and actually said something good about our poor old blind dog. I was very happy with the office and will be back! read more

Dr Burkhardt and his entire staff are kind, knowledgeable and treat their pet patients with the highest level of care. I have taken my two dogs for various reasons over the years and have always been pleased. I always recommend Companion Pet Care to friends. They are wonderful! read more

They have managed all of our pets needs for 20 plus years. Kind, knowledgeable, and professional. They don't push and their price structure is fair. Bottom line~ after 20 years will keep returning and will continue to do so! read more

THIS VET BURNED/CAUSED THE WOUND IN THE PICTURES TO MY DOG--NO QUESTION. I AM THE DOG OWNER. THERE IS AN ANIMAL WHO SUFFERED. THIS INCIDENT WAS FEATURED BY ABC NEWS (link below). https://www.10news.com/news/local-news/dog-suffers-severe-burns-after-being-neutered My story and experience with this vet are as follows. I had been bringing my dog to this vet for two years. Keep in mind this vet worked at a spay/neuter clinic for many years. I waited to get my dog neutered and when my dog was nearly 2, I brought him into companion pet care on February 21, 2019 to get neutered. He went in a healthy, happy dog and came out seriously injured with third and fourth-degree burns to at least 20% of his body (see pictures). He suffered from these burns for 10 days before we realized something was wrong with him. On March 3, I noticed the skin on my dog's back was raw and bleeding at which point I bought a razor and my 12-year-old and I clipped his fur and discovered large areas of bloodied/raw skin across his entire back. I immediately took him to another vet who suggested that my dog had been burned. My dog needed to be shaved to ascertain the extent and severity of the burns, and because he was in pain, needed to be sedated again. The new Vet warned me about the extent of the damage to my dog's back before they let me and my 14-year old see him. We were devastated devastated by what we saw: a bloody, raw wound that was about the size of a man's size 12 shoe across my dog's entire back. I called the vet who performed the neutering procedure and owns this practice, Ted Burghardt, and asked him if it was possible he burn my dog. After seeing pictures of the wound, he admitted responsibility for the burn and offered to pay for the March 3 emergency vet visit, but I had to ask him if he wanted to see my dog in person. Eventually he reimbursed me for the neuter, which was itemized, charging me for other procedures that were done while my dog was under his care and being burned. After that point, Burghardt basically took the position that he would take care of my dog's injury for free (i.e., he would not pay for another vet to treat him) while I made it clear I would be getting a second opinion because I no longer trusted him. I did let Burghardt treat my dog for a period afterwards. He was all over the place with a treatment plan, which only add it to my anxiety. While all of this is going on, my dog was literally a bloody mess, with a bleeding, exuding wound that would break your heart (see pictures). Tissue would come off and stick to the walls and furniture. I became clear that Davie's fur would never grow back and my dog would be permanently disfigured but not before several months of suffering and living with this wound. Burns are horrible and very prone to infection--the skin dies and the dead tissue had to be cut out of my dog, another full on surgery, which Burghardt wanted to perform. I took my dog elsewhere on March 14 for a consult about the procedure because he was constantly bleeding and unwell and needed it done sooner, and I was not comfortable letting Burghardt do it. I'm glad I did because I spoke with the surgeon Burghardt recommended and she suggested I take my dog to a specialty hospital because the wound was so big and complicated. On March 15 the new vet was able to close the wound after cutting out the dead skin. My dog ended up with over 40 staples in his back and incision that was over 24 inches long. He also had a drain in the wound, which my 12-year-old had to help me empty twice a day. When I told Burghardt I'd write a poor Yelp review, I received a call from his malpractice insurance company who tried to force me to send them a final invoice and sign a confidentiality agreement so that I couldn't leave any reviews. This is all while the wound had not yet healed. They also told me they'd assign Burghardt a defense attorney if I tried to take this to small claims court and also assign him an attorney if I try to report the incident to the vet medical board. All of this is over $1500 and change, which is nothing to these people. I cannot imagine the pain my dog experienced, and can't stress the emotional toll this has taken on me and my kids. It's something that will stay with me and haunt me for the rest of my life read more

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Absolutely amazing, you can feel the passion and genuinely in the care they provide. They are very present and helpful. I am so happy that I found this vet to get my dogs surgery done. read more

I have been taking my two French bulldogs to see Dr. Burghardt for over 4 years. During that time, my oldest frenchie had started to come down qith a laundry list of issues. Every time Dr. Burghardt and his staff were there with their support and creative solutions to help my "old baby." The office staff is welcoming and friendly, and Dr. Burghardt is always kind, thoughtful, and knowledgeable. I know he has given me at least a few more years with my girl, and for that I am incredibly grateful. We won't trust anyone else with our frenchies! read more

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I agree that Dr. Ted Burkhardt is a very kind, compassionate, honest, and capable veterinarian. He phoned often to check up on my sick cat, and he communicates clearly and patiently. He came up with good ideas for extending the life and well-being of my cat, but advised against futile, expensive treatments that would only have caused her more suffering. read more

Can't extend enough praise and appreciation to Dr. Burghardt and his staff at Companion Pet Care. They always go above and beyond when treating my black lab Max and continuously show a true compassion for animals. I've recommended dozens of clients to Dr. Burghardt over the years and feel so grateful for my Max having the opportunity to be treated with such genuine care. You guys are the best! GPT read more

Our dog is normally SO anxious at the vet. However, we immediately noticed that she was calmer at Companion Pet Care. We only set up with an appointment with Companion because we needed to quickly update our pup's vaccinations, and our usual vet didn't have availability. After having such a wonderful experience, we won't be going back to our old vet. read more

Thank you Companion Pet Care for always taking such wonderful care of my fur babies! I've been to many different veterinary hospitals and this place by far has the best service and recommendations for my pet that I've ever experienced! Thank you so much to Dr Burghardt and his team of wonderful vet nurses. You guys are all truly amazing! I'm so happy to have found you. read more

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They are very kind and caring to our pet! Always quick to answer questions! Very knowledgeable!!

Our pups like their visits to Companion Pet Care and so do I. Very good care and treatment. Very compassionate. I recommend this veterinarian. read more

I have been bringing my animals to this hospital for many years. I started with Dr. Soifer, possibly the kindest vet ever. When Dr Soifer retired he left his practice in great hands. dr. Burkhardt has big shoes to fill after Dr Soifer and Dr Nancy Bushnell of Companion Pet Care, and is doing great!!!! Dr. Ted Burkhardt is a brilliant vet, he continues to learn new and exciting medical treatments designed to give animals enhanced quality lives. He also has assisted in keeping my many adopted pack members healthy with nutrition and exercise recommendations for my assorted breeds during their yearly check ups. He also has a big, kind heart, and possesses a gentle demeanor with animals that promotes trust and lessens anxiety for the pet. He is dedicated to each of his animal patients. Dr. Meghan Fowler works here one day per week doing acupuncture. She has kept my older guy Henry the golden happy and mobile. Dr. Fowler is a brainiac, and an expert in her field. Henry the dog seems to be wild about Dr Fowler as he hurries toward the acupuncture room and wiggles from head to toe with joy when he sees her. He feels so good after treatment, it's like a spa experience, and he falls asleep during treatment. My dog went from being barely able to move to taking little walks and patiently playing tea party with a 6 year old granddaughter. Amazing! So, with caring, capable nursing staff who definitely love animals and care for the clients... and the super educated and caring Drs, I highly recommend this vet practice!!!!!!! I am very animal centric, know my stuff as a former vet tech (a lifetime ago) and I continue to be impressed by the positive direction of this growing practice and the forward thinking cutting edge care my beloved animals are getting here! Oh, and they have snacks for humans and animals-in the lobby, snacks make all creatures happy. Snacks are good. LOVE THIS VET HOSPITAL read more

Dr. Burghardt and his team are amazing! Him and his staff have been so caring and helpful with our senior dog (13 yo Weimaraner). As we navigate the stages of an older dog, they have made the journey much easier. read more

My dog has terrible allergies and Companion Pet Care is the first place that has helped us manage them. The entire staff is friendly and I always appreciate how they take stellar care of my pup. read more

When I saw the recent, extremely negative review about Dr. Burghardt (that was NOT posted by the injured dog's owner, but after seeing this review was changed to the owner), along with the smear campaign that is being launched against him on social media, I felt that I needed to share our VERY positive experiences with this veterinarian. We have been seeing Dr. Burghardt for close to three years. Most recently on March 22 for a rabies vaccine. He is by far the most caring, kind, honest, and competent veterinarian we have had for our 10 and 11 year old pugs. He does not prescribe unnecessary procedures and his prices are comparable to other veterinarians in the area. Dr. Burghardt is very accessible and always spends as much time as necessary with us, we are never rushed and calls us personally to follow up after a surgery or procedure. With the pug's flat faces and breathing issues, it can be more dangerous for them to be put under anesthesia. We have had four or five surgeries performed on our dogs by Dr. Burghardt, and I have complete trust in him and his staff. I have recommended Dr. Burghardt many times and will continue to do so. He is an amazing veterinarian and a wonderful person. read more