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    Dr. Butchko

    2.6 (102 reviews)
    Closed 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

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    Pet physical or wellness exam

    Pet vaccinations

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    Allie T.

    I was recommended by the breeder of my Doberman puppy to get her ears cropped with Dr. Butchko, who specializes in cropping. It was challenging to secure an appointment. I would advise to continue calling until they answer the phone! It's worth the trouble for several reasons. The value and expertise. Lots of people travel from out of state to see Dr. Butchko. The cost of care is very reasonable. He makes it affordable because he cares about the animals. As a pet owner, it is our responsibility to give the best care to our fur babies. Thank you Dr. Butchko and his staff for providing the wonderful care and love.

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    Azamat I.

    Old mom pop style vet, they do good job but everything is extremely slow. Expect to spend there half of your day :)

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    Belita C.

    I went to go get vaccines for my dog. I waited about 20 minutes just to be checked in other people in the lobby were waiting about five hours after they checked in to be seen. I waited around for about three hours and they still hadn't called me the first time I went there. I waited about an hour for them to call me back and when I was in the waiting room, the vet came out and put a testing stick up a dog behind right in front of me didn't even like sanitize the area or asked me to leave very unprofessional would not recommend this place. Not to mention it was so dirty in there and the AC was not working.

    Kobi's ears healed a month later
    Saniesa T.

    I will say I am mostly giving a higher rating for the following - pricing (it was half the price of 2 other vets we found) - vet assistants were nice - ears look cute post healing - he's literally 1 of 3 available vets in the so-cal area There are many things I wish I was told beforehand which I will share so you can be more prepared and less shocked than me. 1. If you are considering ear cropping book IMMEDIATELY. They fill up appointments fast and I believe it is because the Dr tends to do one type of breed crop for a full day (i.e. all dobie's & mini pins one day, all cane corso's another day). We got lucky to secure an appointment right at his 14 week window close. 2. EVERYONE with an appointment is told to check in at 8am which is when they open. There will be a line. You are basically queued in line and checked in until the lobby fills up then the rest of the people must wait in line. All ear crops sit in one section but still will be seen based on their place in the line (meaning if someone with a crop appointment was in front of you they will be given a room first). The office does look fairly outdated. I'm assuming they were supposed to move to the new clinic next door but then Covid happened. 3. Regardless of the above the Dr comes in between 10-11am. ear crops and other certain appointments do not start until he comes in. You will have to wait the 2 hours. You cannot drop the dog off and leave. Once Dr comes in, he'll ask what crop you want give a little overview and take your dog back. 4. You do not need to come at 8am for pick up the next day. You can come later in the morning once that check in line dies down. Middle of the weekday appts have shorter lines also. 5. You will be given about 3 meds for post ear cropping. They have all different times. One is every 12 hours, one is every 8 hours, another is every 24 hours. We were told to administer until they run out (which took about 2 weeks, we added it into his food cause the syringe method was a pain in the ass). 6. The first cone head posting MUST stay on for a full week, if your dog knocks it off you gotta go back. No they will not show you how to re-post it yourself which is very annoying if you live 2 hours away in SD like me. 7. For mini pins like mines or dobies or whatever the 2 cone posting will happen the second week when you go back for check-up. You get 3 free postings which is done about every 3 or so days. My mini pin only got 2 because he knocked the second one off during Labor Day weekend and we couldn't be bothered driving 2 hours for the third one. His ears still look great though. 8. Watch out for infections there is no emergency hours there. My pup was fine besides behaviorally being uncomfortable, being clingy and not wanting to play or eat unless given treats for the first few days. If this is your pups first night away from you just be mindful. Ask lots of questions and do your research if this is your first ear cropping!

    Communication could be improved. Most clinics have estimate prices available but this clinic WILL NOT PROVIDE any estimate prices WITHOUT an exam. NOT even an estimate! As you can see they have a few complaints on their business practices.I do not trust places like this: take your pet to SoCal k9 clinic for reproductive needs avoid this place at all cost

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    Ask the Community - Dr. Butchko

    How much are vaccines for new kitties and dog updates rabies Pavo?

    I paid $28 for first visit and $30 for the second

    How can I make an appointment for ear cropping if the facilities phones are not being answered?

    The best thing to do is to go to the facility and make an appt. get an estimated cost if your pretty close to them. Otherwise, just keep calling until someone picks up. There… Read more

    Hello. Has anyone's pet had the entropy eyelid surgery? I have a bulldog who needs it. Thank you

    Hello I have not done eye surgery at Dr Butchko my reason for that was i did not know of him at that time .I'm sure they do do eye surgery .they have experience of doing surgery on bulldogs not all vet have that experience .the other reason you will… Read more

    Are they open next Monday 2/21?

    Anyone know what an X-ray cost here?

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    This vet clinic is one of the best I've been too! The staff here is friendly and everyone is…read moreworking hard to provide the best service! Prices are reasonable as well (:

    I had an extremely upsetting experience at this clinic. The vet was insensitive, dismissive, and…read morefrankly rude throughout the entire visit. When I declined a referral to a neurologist for my 7-month-old cat whosuddenly was unable to walk, the vet casually suggested that putting her down was the alternative-- he mentioned this option with complete disregard for my feelings and my pet's well-being. How are those the only two options? He didn't even touch or exam my cat. I asked if bloodwork could be done first since my cat had no injuries, but the vet refused and insisted on x-rays. Even after the x-rays came back normal, the vet doubled down, saying either I go to a specialist or put my cat down. I had to fight for what I believed was another option, and only then did he reluctantly agree to do bloodwork and suggest medication to help with possible inflammation. This should have been discussed from the start, not treated like an afterthought. The most frustrating part? After five days and a visit with a different vet, my cat is now taking steps and on the road to recovery--proving that there were other options all along. Pet owners deserve care, empathy, and clear explanations--not ultimatums. Based on this experience, I would never recommend this clinic.

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    SoCal K9 Clinic

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    Took my husky mix who hadn't been to a full clinic before for the first time and had a great…read moreexperience! Loved that they accommodated him by letting us check in and then sit in the car and called us when it was our turn. Was hesitant my dog would be reactive to other dogs but he did quite well and the staff was friendly and helpful. Was in and out pretty quickly as well. Definitely recommend

    Headline: Life-Threatening Negligence and Fraudulent Charting - Do Not Trust This Clinic…read more​I am writing this as a medical professional who had to perform my own clinical audit to save my dog from this office's incompetence. My dog, Twinkie, was failed by Dr. Mean and her staff on multiple levels: ​1. Fraudulent Documentation & Lack of Physical Exam: The records claim Dr. Mean performed a heart exam on Twinkie. This is a blatant lie; she never even touched my dog. Furthermore, a covering vet performed a suture removal but failed to document any of the clinical concerns we raised. Vitals that were taken by a tech on an intake form were never entered into the formal medical record. ​2. Misdiagnosis & Dangerous Over-Medication: Despite Twinkie showing clear signs of anaphylaxis right in front of the staff, they "shrugged it off" and insisted she was having syncope (fainting) due to heart failure. Without proper diagnostics, they jumped straight to a heavy cocktail of Enalapril and Vetmedin and Furosemide. ​3. Intentional Withholding of Records: I believe this office intentionally stalled sending my records to the cardiologist. Once they realized a specialist would be reviewing their "work," they likely realized they had jumped the gun. Because they failed to provide the records, I had to act as my own investigator. ​4. The Proof is in the Recovery: After connecting the dots myself, I realized the Enalapril was dropping her blood pressure below baseline and the Furosemide was dangerously dehydrating her. I made the clinical decision to stop the medications. Within 24 hours of being off their "treatment," Twinkie was back to her old self--active and barking. A subsequent exam by a different, competent veterinarian confirmed she is healthy, her heart is fine, and she never needed the medication. ​Final Word: If I hadn't used my own medical background to challenge their narrative, their "treatment" for a non-existent heart condition would have killed my dog. Their clinical notes are vague, their charting is dishonest, and their diagnostic skills are non-existent. Go elsewhere.

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    I have been taking my dogs here for many years now. I absolutely love The Pet Place Animal…read moreHospital. The staff here is so friendly and gentle with the animals. Yesterday my 16-year-old dog Joey had an appointment with Dr. Stephen Hodgeson. You can tell Dr. Hodgeson truly loves animals. I was really concerned about my aging chihuahua. Dr. Hodgeson took the time to listen to my worries and answered my concerns. He really had my Joey's best interest at heart. They don't try to talk you in to unnecessary tests and procedures if this is not beneficial to your pet. I would highly recommend you bringing your pets here! - Jerri Ikuta

    This was my dog's first vet visit, so I was definitely a little nervous going in, but Dr. Hodgeson…read morewas wonderful. My little one was very anxious at first and he did a great job helping put her at ease and making the experience feel much less stressful. The appointment itself was very thorough and everyone took the time to explain everything clearly without making me feel rushed. The entire staff was incredibly friendly and welcoming from the moment we walked in. The office is also immaculate and very well kept, which immediately made a great impression. Another huge plus was how easy it was to get an appointment. I called midweek and was able to get a Saturday appointment, which is extremely convenient for those of us who can't typically make weekday visits work. Overall, a really positive experience and I'm very glad we chose this office

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    (140 reviews)

    Although our regular vet is down in Lake Elsinore, when the time came to put my lab down they were…read moremore than happy to accommodate us. The kindness and compassion they gave was as if I'd been going there forever. It made a very sad morning a little bit easier.

    I never imagined I would be screamed at by veterinary staff -- but that's exactly what happened…read morehere. I'm sharing this because I wish someone had warned me. If you have a service animal, a medically necessary animal, or anything time-sensitive... please read this. My family spent seven months preparing our service dog -- a $35,000 trained medical assistance animal -- for international travel. We've traveled with him to 16 countries using USDA-certified vets with zero issues. We trusted All Paws Riverside Animal Hospital with the Japan and Hawai'i processes. We followed every instruction. We completed every blood draw, titer test, appointment, and document. We spent thousands of dollars. And then everything fell apart. Behind the scenes, things were not what they seemed. The Japan certificate was submitted incorrectly and rejected by USDA. The office had all paperwork and deadlines months in advance. The Hawai'i certificate required multiple corrections because staff, not the veterinarian whose license was used, were filling out legal sections. We were asked for information the veterinarian should have been responsible for. Worst part? We learned by accident -- not from the office -- that the Japan certificate had been rejected. And only afterward were we told the veterinarian responsible had actually been on medical leave during the process. That meant: No qualified oversight. No chance to fix errors in time. And months of preparation became useless overnight. It got worse when we tried to get answers. When we came into the office to understand what happened, the situation escalated in a way I never expected. In my experience, the office manager, Jeri, raised her voice at me and spoke in a way that felt aggressive and completely unprofessional. I left in tears -- shaken, embarrassed, and without answers. I have never been screamed at in a veterinary setting in my life. It added trauma to an already devastating situation. Then--silence. When we later requested a refund for services that were never successfully completed, the office stopped responding. Eventually, they terminated care for our entire family of pets instead of addressing what happened. No accountability. No ownership. No attempt to make it right. Why I'm writing this. I'm not sharing this out of anger. I'm sharing it because someone else will trust this office the way we did -- with their pet's health, their money, and their family's well-being. If your animal's medical, behavioral, or travel needs require accuracy and oversight, please choose a clinic that takes those responsibilities seriously. I wish someone had warned us. No family -- and no service animal -- should ever go through this.

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    When I had to bring my almost 19 year old cat in for creamtion service because out regular vet is…read moreclosed on the weekends (she passed away peacefully at home in my arms on a Saturday), the staff at Arlington was wonderful. They took us right back, let me spend a little more time with my girl, gave me all my options (chose private cremation with a beautoful hand carved box), and made the process as quick and easy as possible. 3 days later, I get a a sympathy card in the mail from the office. Not only did every single person who works there sign it, but they all hand wrote personalized messages. It was such a wonderful gesture, and very much above and beyond. About 6 years ago, we had a dire medical emergency with another one of our cats. She needed a blood transfusion immedieatly, or she was going to die. Arlington saved her life.

    We came here during a very stressful emergency with our pet and did receive medical treatment,…read moreincluding IV fluids and medications. The doctors appeared knowledgeable, and the clinical care itself was appropriate. However, the overall experience was cold, rushed, and overwhelming. Communication focused heavily on costs, paperwork, and internal process rather than comfort, reassurance, or clear explanation, even while we were visibly anxious. The interaction felt transactional rather than compassionate. At discharge, we were never clearly told how our cat responded to treatment or why she was considered ready to go home. There was no explanation of her condition after fluids and medications, no reassurance about her stability, and no clear medical summary in plain language. We were left to assume she was okay simply because she was being discharged. While we were waiting for our cat, my daughter experienced low blood sugar. I clearly stated, "My daughter Hannah's blood sugar is low," and explained that I was worried about her condition. I asked if I could step out briefly and come back for our cat so I could take care of my daughter first. Instead of reassurance or acknowledgment of that urgency, the response was, "Let me check if she can be discharged now." The focus shifted to expediting our cat's discharge rather than accommodating a child's medical emergency. I had to follow up because of the urgency of my daughter's condition. Our cat was then discharged without clear communication that she was medically ready and without being allowed additional time to rest after treatment. In that moment, it felt like process and payment were prioritized over situational awareness, empathy, and basic human compassion. In an emergency setting, medical treatment alone is not enough. Clear communication, empathy, and human awareness matter just as much. Unfortunately, we did not feel supported as pet owners or as parents facing a medical emergency with our child. I hope this clinic seriously reevaluates its bedside manner and client communication, because emergencies require humanity, not just procedures.

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