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Dr. Vet Pet Emergency

3.2 (46 reviews)
Open • 9:00 am - 7:00 pm

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Sue E.

Yesterday, one of my cats took a ride to Tijuana in Dr. Madrigal's van, and since she was the only cat, she got to ride in luxury up front. She got lots of bloodwork done, because I wanted to find out if she either had hypothyroidism or Stage 1 kidney disease. The vet called me to let me know that she wasn't too happy about having her blood taken, because she tried to scratch him. I was kept up to date with videos and messages, and she was ultimately diagnosed with hypothyroidism, and I have a prescription to (hopefully) get filled tomorrow. She has to go back in 30 days for a bloodwork recheck, and at the same time, I'll have her evaluated for her dental. The entire bill came to $285, which included the $10 transport fee, and $25 consultation, which over here, would have been double, if not more.

Kailee C.

Dr. Madrigal and his team are great. I was recommended here from a friend after I was searching for an affordable vet for my dogs pyometra surgery. They were able to do it for a fraction of the cost ($1k vs 10-12k). Unfortunately, after Dr.Madrigal and his team were able to take a look they found it wasn't pyometra but a big mass attached to my dogs spleen. She was already really thin and sick but I still wanted the surgery done to give her a chance. The Dr.vet team kept me updated through WhatsApp with many videos and pictures. Unfortunately my Bailey passed away during recovery after the surgery was successful. I am still so grateful for the team for finding me answers and providing great after care steps. The urns for the dogs are cuter than in the US.

Lily and Whiskey
Jasmine C.

El trato es súper profesional desde la recepcionista al doctor. Muy honesto que es súper difícil de encontrar aquí en México. Aparte tienen acceso para San Diego en Chula Vista donde transportan tus mascotas en dado caso que no puedan venir a México. 100% recomendado!

Grooming prices
Krystal H.

Very friendly and communicative. First, you line up at their dog groomers, called Le Dog (very reasonable grooming prices). Then they meet with your pet and go over treatment plans. If your pet needs vet care, then they get transported in their vehicle specifically fitted for pets. Communication was through what's app so ensure you download because your phone provider may charge if using the TJ phone number. Received flea treatment for cats and the vet ordered ear drops. All reasonably priced.

This is after I got my cat back.  The tooth that needed to be pulled is VERY obvious.  Ray Charles can see it!
Ady G.

I took my cat to get checked out because like I stated prior, they pulled the wrong tooth. Turns out that they never even pulled the tooth and just cut half of it off. Leaving the root of the tooth exposed for infection and possibly worse. This place needs to be investigated as does their Woof St location. It's all a scam for money. Read all the reviews from all of their locations and spare yourself the heartbreak as well as the cost. Get your vet services done by a legitimate and vet board licensed vet. This place is neither. The humane society offers low cost services, for anyone looking.

Bowie our sweet doggy

After our beloved dog was hit by a car, his leg was badly broken. The initial visit at our local vet left us with an outrageous bill...$600 per xray! We are so lucky to find Dr Vet! They absolutely saved our dog's leg. It took him 8 weeks to fully recover from the surgery but now he is walking perfectly, even his limp is gone. We are forever grateful for the loving and professional care we received from the Dr. Vet Team, Dr. David, Victor, Rene are all AWESOME human beings. We cannot be more grateful. Thank you!!

After we cleaned him up after his procedure- They turned him into us with a neck, chest, and ears, full of dried and leaking blood/fluid.
Frida M.

Don't trust them with your pet. These guys do not reply, they don't send updates on your pet, and they don't even provide paperwork on your dog's lab results or diagnosis like other vets do. I don't think they're legit, everything they do is super shady. I took my dog there twice for two procedures that totaled $1,300. I ended up following up with a different vet because the surgery looked so bad. They informed us that the procedure we paid Dr vet to do, was never done. Instead, they put in a tube that would drain the issue and go away for the time being. The new vet advised us to come straight to them next time. We already took our husky there and they treated her better than we could have even hoped for, especially in comparison to Dr. vets horrible practices. Save yourself the time and money. Save your pet the unnecessary pain and stress. There are plenty of other affordable veterinarians in TJ. Go literally anywhere else.

My Maya after surgery all happy

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I was nervous about the transportation but all went so well..I would definitely recommend!

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Incredibly knowledgeable, communicative and kind. Also a fraction of the cost of US vets

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Excellent Veterinario. Reasonable rates. Office located in San Diego as well in tijuana.

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no recomiendo ni en caso de emergencia. busca mas opciones. aparte los precios eatan en las nubes

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I am so incredibly grateful to Hospivet for taking care of my dog, Chili. Chili suffered a…read morefractured jaw and needed surgery, and I was having such a difficult time finding a veterinarian who could help us. I went to several other places and was turned away, but the receptionist at Hospivet was truly my hero. She went above and beyond to get Chili seen **as a walk-in without an appointment** when we desperately needed help. I will never forget that kindness. The price was a little high, but it was still **far more affordable than what veterinarians in California were quoting me**, and I am very thankful we were able to get Chili the treatment he needed. Dr. Gutierrez did an amazing job with Chili's first surgery. She took the time to explain what was going on with Chili and helped me understand the situation. I also really appreciated that they sent me a **video and a picture of Chili the following day**. As a worried pet parent, being able to see him and know how he was doing meant so much to me. Chili is definitely a little stubborn--he has been giving them a hard time about keeping his muzzle on--but the staff has been patient and is working on other options to keep him comfortable and safe. We are currently waiting for a response regarding Chili's **second surgery**, so we are still hoping and praying everything works out. But I want to take a moment to recognize Hospivet and their staff for helping us when we were turned away elsewhere. **Thank you, Hospivet, and especially the receptionist who made sure Chili was seen. You are truly my hero! ** I am so grateful that you opened your doors to us when Chili needed help the most

The 3 star is for the receptionist!…read more We first came to this clinic about four months ago when our dog was very sick, and we had a great experience with Dr. Sayra. She was kind, compassionate, spoke perfect English, kept us updated throughout the visit, and took the time to explain our dog's condition and treatment plan clearly. She made an incredibly stressful situation much easier, and we're very grateful for the care she provided. We also saw the cardiologist while we were there. Although he seemed knowledgeable, he wasn't very friendly and often appeared annoyed when we asked questions. As worried pet owners, we were simply trying to understand our dog's condition, so his attitude was disappointing. Unfortunately, our recent experiences with the front desk have been frustrating. Last month, when our dog needed to be seen urgently, we couldn't get an appointment. The receptionist told us to take her to another clinic. We requested a referral, but our message was completely ignored. This week, I tried scheduling an appointment a few days in advance. The receptionist asked for my name and my dog's name so she could look us up in the system. After I provided the information, she never responded back. I followed up the next morning, and my message was still ignored. This was a completely different experience from the receptionist we dealt with four months ago, who always responded promptly and was very helpful. Dr. Sayra deserves five stars for her excellent care, but the lack of communication and responsiveness from the front desk has been very disappointing. When you're dealing with a sick pet, timely communication matters just as much as good medical care. I hope the clinic improves its customer service because their veterinarians deserve better support. I'd recommend to go down the street to New Vet. They are helpful and responsive!

El Club de Nana - LLEVO A MI HIJITO PELUDO CON ELLA.

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Zona Centro

Dr. Lourdes was amazing with my Kilis. She was kind, compassionate, and took the time to explain…read moreeverything clearly. She made a very stressful situation much easier by making us feel confident that Kilis was receiving the best care. I'm so grateful for her professionalism and genuine love for animals. Highly recommend!

HIGHLY RECOMMEND Club de Nana! I live in San Diego, and over…read morethe years I tried a couple of vets in Tijuana, but honestly, I never felt comfortable with them. It often felt like the nicer the place looked, the less they actually cared about the pets. Because of that, I gave up and kept paying the ridiculous vet prices in San Diego... until I simply couldn't take it anymore. Thank God I found Club de Nana on Yelp. After reading all the great reviews (and yes, they're REAL), I decided to give them a chance, and I'm so glad I did! From the moment I walked in, I could tell this place was different. The entire staff truly cares about every pet that comes in. They don't see animals as $$$ signs, they listen, they explain, and they care about your fur babies. My first green flag was seeing multiple pets being cared for behind the front desk, literally hanging out freely instead of being locked in cages, I absolutely LOVED THAT!! There are no appointments, you just wait your turn. I've been there four times, and only once did I wait for my turn about 15-20 minutes. Every other visit was less than 5 minutes. The clinic looks like a house from the outside, so parking is limited, but even then I only had to wait about 10 minutes once. I took my 7-year-old pittie because he was bleeding while peeing. They ran different tests, diagnosed him with an enlarged prostate, and recommended surgery (neutering). It's now been 11 days since he got surgery at El Club de Nana, his stitches are out, the bleeding is completely gone, and he's happier and has so much more energy. From the bottom of my heart, thank you to the doctors Lulu and Francisco, and the staff at Club de Nana. I have my healthy, happy boy back, and I couldn't be more grateful .

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MexiVet continues to deliver such great service and support. Sending your dog across the border is…read morealready an exercise in trust, but sending your elderly dog with join issues and chronic pain? I was obviously a nervous dog mom. Throughout the entire process, I was in communication with the team. They were quick to answer any questions I had, and I event got photos and videos of my dog throughout the journey, which gave me so much peace of mind all day. My driver, Eugenio was wonderful. He kept me updated as they were crossing back into the U.S. and let me know when they were getting close so I could be ready to greet my viejito on time. He also helped me carry him out of the van and reminded me to make sure to check his medications were correct before he left. There's something really comforting about knowing your dog isn't just being transported from point A to point B, but that there are people that care looking out along the way. MexiVet is seriously a life saver, and I'm so glad this service exists. It has made getting my dog the care he needs in Mexico so much easier and a lot less scary.

Great experience with Mexi Vet! They were able to get my dogs scheduled within a week and made the…read morewhole process really easy. We got their blood work, dental cleaning, and medications all taken care of in one trip. Steph was our driver and she was great! She was very communicative and kept me updated throughout the day. Everything went smoothly and I would definitely use them again.

Dr. Zoo Veterinario - Lucas

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(119 reviews)

Zona Río

I can't recommend this clinic enough. I recently brought my dog in for a full teeth cleaning and…read moreextractions, and the entire experience was flawless. My dog recovered beautifully and has seriously never been happier. For anyone thinking about making the trip across, it is incredibly manageable and entirely worth it: Top-Tier Care: They maintain strict American standards for everything, from the overall care to the medications they use. I felt completely confident in their medical expertise the whole time. Easy Logistics: The trip was a breeze. I just took the trolley straight to the border and walked right over to the clinic, all on the same day. Great Communication: They are super responsive on WhatsApp, which made coordinating everything so easy. If you run into a slight language barrier, it's a total non-issue--a quick translation app solves it instantly. Finding trustworthy, high-quality dental care for your pet can be stressful, but this team is professional, accessible, and amazing at what they do. I'm so grateful for how well they treated my dog!

PLEASE THINK TWICE BEFORE BRINGING YOUR PET HERE, ESPECIALLY FOR SURGERY!…read more I am sharing my experience because I would never want another pet owner to go through what my husband and I experienced at Dr. Zoo. What should have been an emergency surgery for our French bulldog turned into one of the most stressful and heartbreaking experiences of our lives. We dropped off our French bulldog on Tuesday at 8:00 a.m. for emergency surgery, believing she would be operated on promptly. Throughout the day, I repeatedly called for updates, only to be told that her surgery kept getting pushed back. She did not undergo surgery until Wednesday at approximately 4:00 a.m., nearly 20 HOURS after we dropped her off. I still question why an emergency surgery was delayed for so long, especially when we were being charged for her overnight stay. At approximately 4:00 a.m., we received a call informing us that her surgery had gone well. However, around 11:00 a.m., we received another call stating that there had been a complication and that our dog needed a SECOND surgery, which would cost approximately another $400. After her second surgery, I went to visit her, only to be told that she now needed a blood transfusion. At this point, I was extremely frustrated and emotionally exhausted. I questioned the staff about how so many complications continued to arise. The staff member I spoke with told me that complications cannot always be anticipated. While I understand that complications can happen during surgery, I believe a facility performing emergency procedures should be prepared to recognize and manage them appropriately. To make matters worse, I was told that I needed to find a donor dog MYSELF, bring that dog to their facility, and have it tested to determine whether it could donate blood to my dog. This would involve additional testing and expenses. I was shocked that after everything my dog had endured, we were now responsible for finding a blood donor while she supposedly needed an urgent transfusion. At that point, I had completely lost confidence in this facility and decided to take my dog elsewhere. I will never forget carrying my French bulldog out of that hospital, crying while she lay exhausted in my arms. I requested ALL her laboratory results, medical records, and surgical reports so I could take her to another veterinarian. It took approximately an hour for the staff to gather the available paperwork, and I was told the surgical reports would not be sent to my WhatsApp until 3-5 days later. Why should it take that long to receive records for a dog who had just undergone two surgeries and needed continued medical attention? I could not waste any more time waiting. My husband drove me and our dog to another veterinary hospital, then returned to Dr. Zoo to collect the paperwork. When we arrived at the new veterinary hospital, we were informed that our dog did NOT need a blood transfusion at that time, although her condition was critical and required close monitoring. This was extremely concerning after everything we had been told at Dr. Zoo. Thankfully, our French bulldog is now doing well. I thank God every day that she survived this experience, and I am incredibly relieved that my husband and I decided to transfer her care. What made this experience even more upsetting was that, as I was leaving Dr. Zoo, another woman told me she had previously brought two of her dogs to this facility and that both had passed away. Although I cannot speak to the circumstances of her experience, hearing that while carrying my own dog out was heartbreaking. During my time there, I also witnessed other pet owners crying and visibly distressed over their animals. I understand veterinary emergencies are emotional and complications can happen. However, the lack of communication, repeated unexpected expenses, delays, and overall handling of my dog's care left me extremely disappointed. My biggest concern was NEVER the money. I was willing to pay whatever was necessary to save my dog's life. My concern was the lack of trust, transparency, and confidence I felt in the care she was receiving. The repeated charges and complications made me question whether my dog's well-being was truly being prioritized. I cannot say for certain why her surgery was delayed or whether every additional procedure was necessary, but the entire experience left me feeling that financial charges were taking priority over clear communication and compassionate care. I would NEVER bring another one of my pets here for surgery. Please research your options, ask questions, request your pet's medical records, and seek a second opinion whenever possible. Our pets are FAMILY. We trust veterinary professionals with their lives, especially when they are at their most vulnerable. That trust should never be taken lightly. PLEASE THINK TWICE BEFORE BRINGING YOUR PET HERE

Dr. Vet Pet Emergency - vet - Updated October 2026

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