I brought my dog to Escondido Veterinary Emergency after she nearly tore off her dewclaw. Since my regular vet was closed, I called ahead and Sarah was incredibly kind, patient, and helpful, answering my questions about the injury, costs, and wait time. When we arrived, Sarah greeted my scared pup so gently that she willingly went with her to the back--something she almost never does. After the procedure, Carla thoroughly explained the aftercare, healing timeline, and the importance of keeping the cone on. She made sure I felt confident caring for my dog at home. Sarah and Carla were compassionate, professional, and made a stressful emergency much easier. I'm very grateful for the excellent care my dog received and highly recommend Escondido Veterinary Emergency. read more

Nothing like a late night visit to the emergency room for my dog. He was bitten by a rattlesnack and was rushed here. I was just getting off a plane when I got the message, so I wasn't present from the beginning but what I loved about this place was that they were extremely communicative. They called a few times and were super helpful when it came to my questions. They kept him overnight and decided they didn't need to give him the second vile of antibiotics / venom. Services was amazing. Thank you. When you enter, there's not much to look at. There's the front desk, chairs and bathrooms. The examination room is also pretty barren. But when I got a chance to go into the back to see my dog, there were a ton of machines and staff despite it being the overnight shift. I immediately felt better after seeing the amount of machines there to take care of all the sick animals. The overnight staff were phenomenal. Plenty of parking too. Even in the busy hours. read more

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My experience with this hospital was extremely disappointing, not only because my dog's condition worsened after the visit, but also because of the unprofessional way the situation was handled. I brought my dog in because he was panting heavily and seemed restless. At that time, he was still active and able to walk and run normally. After the examination, the hospital performed X-rays, blood work, and an ultrasound, and I was charged about $1,700. Despite all of these tests, they said they could not determine what was wrong with him. Even so, they prescribed antibiotics and discharged us. When we returned home, my dog's condition became dramatically worse. He stopped eating and drinking, became extremely lethargic, and within 24 hours he could barely move and was unable to walk on his own. I called the hospital and was told this was not normal, so I brought him back immediately. However, instead of trying to investigate what might have gone wrong, the hospital insisted that I would need to pay again just for bringing my dog back . The veterinarian suggested they could prescribe painkillers if I wanted. I explained that my dog had been walking and active when I first brought him in, and that the only symptom he had was panting. After all the tests and procedures performed at this hospital, he left unable to walk. Yet the staff still could not explain what had happened and continued suggesting additional medications. The most concerning part of this experience was the veterinarian's unprofessional conduct. When I expressed that I did not think it was fair to pay for another recheck under these circumstances, her attitude immediately changed. She insisted that my dog's current condition had nothing to do with their treatment. Feeling frustrated and unheard, I decided to take my dog home and seek another opinion instead of continuing treatment there. Later, my second veterinarian requested my dog's medical report from Escondido Veterinary Emergency. I learned that the report included details of the argument I had with the hospital and quoted my words. Including personal disputes with a pet owner in a medical record is highly unprofessional. Medical reports should document only the patient's medical condition, findings, and treatment. Recording and sharing personal arguments in a professional report can unfairly influence other veterinarians reviewing the case. As of today, Escondido Veterinary Emergency has not yet sent me a copy of this report, despite having paid $1,700 for the tests and procedures. I strongly encourage other pet owners to think carefully before bringing their animals here. read more

I was very happy with my experience at this hospital. My cat had a swollen eye, so we brought him in to get it checked out. The receptionist, nurse, and doctor were all absolutely wonderful. They were friendly, compassionate, and very knowledgeable. There was a wait due to an emergency, which they apologized for, but considering the circumstances I believe they got us taken care of in a pretty timely manner. They were upfront about prices, which were very reasonable and affordable. I would highly recommend Escondido Veterinary Emergency to anyone with a pet in need of immediate care. read more

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Brought my dog here when she got stung by a bee and started having an allergic reaction. This place saw us pretty quickly and was affordable for an emergency vet. The staff were all women and vet nice. I have a huge dog with some reactivity and handling restraint sensitivity and when I let the staff know this, they said that was helpful and she did great with them. Hopefully I will never have to come back, but if I do, it'll be here first. read more

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Our little boy Willie, a King Charles Cavalier, passed in our arms at home from Cardiac failure. We took his remains to Escondido Veterinary Emergency to have him cremated. The staff were so awesome to us in our grief. We picked up Wiliie's cremains yesterday. Staff again were awesome. I hope you never go through the devastation of losing a bloved pet but no there are still a feww businesses like this one that are locally owned, not some nameless corporation. Many thanks for your caring and professionalism. read more

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Escondido Veterinary Emergency made a sad experience the best possible experience. I called because it was time to make that awful decision for my 16-year-old cat, her quality of life was not good, and I am sure I waited longer than I should have. I called Escondido Veterinary Emergency and spoke to the nicest lady on the phone who answered all my questions, didn't make me feel rushed, or bad about my questions I decided to wait another night and then I took her in after work and when I walked in the lady I talked to on the phone asked if she talked to me yesterday and I said yes. Her name was Brittany from the moment I walked in Brittany was so warm and sweet, said all the right things in my moments of sadness and took such good care and my and Lacey. When I tell you that she went above and beyond... she went above and beyond. She told me I was making the right decision, offered kind words and ice cream to Lacey. Brittany made such an unpleasant experience as pleasant as possible. Once we were done Cara came in and went over everything with me, I just can't tell you how impressed I am with both Brittany and Cara and their kindness. I wish anyone who must make this decision the best possible experience like this one I had. Thank you so much Brittany, Cara and Escondido Veterinary Emergency for being so kind. read more

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My experience with this hospital was extremely disappointing!!!!I would not recommend Escondido Veterinary Emergency to other pet owners!!!! Our beloved cat was taken to Escondido Veterinary Emergency on June 30 after my daughter noticed that she was coughing and having difficulty breathing. By the time we arrived, she appeared stable and was acting normally, although she was very aggressive toward the staff. The veterinarian told us she would need to be sedated in order to perform X-rays and blood work. After the tests, we were told that everything looked normal except for one value that suggested she might have asthma. She was prescribed Prednisolone and Doxycycline for two weeks. The following morning, she had another episode of breathing difficulty, but after I held her, she calmed down. She still had a good appetite and seemed to be doing fairly well that day. However, over the following days, she gradually lost her appetite, stopped jumping onto furniture, and began walking very slowly. We assumed these were side effects of the medications. On the tenth day, she suddenly urinated on the living room floor while crying out in pain. The next day (July 11), we rushed her back to Escondido Veterinary Emergency. We arrived around 9:30 a.m. and were not seen until about 4:15 p.m. We later learned there was only one general veterinarian on duty. We were never advised that our cat might benefit from being transferred to a specialty or emergency hospital with more advanced capabilities. Instead, we waited for nearly seven hours. The veterinarian repeated the blood work, which again showed no significant abnormalities. I was concerned about possible bladder, urinary tract, or heart problems, so additional urine and cardiac tests were performed. We were told the results would not be available until Monday, so we had no choice but to take her home. Late Sunday night, her breathing became extremely rapid--about 90 breaths per minute. We rushed her back to the same emergency hospital because all of her records were already there. The technician who greeted us was impatient and dismissive, barely allowing me to explain what had happened. The veterinarian placed our cat in an oxygen chamber, which helped stabilize her breathing. The veterinarian recommended repeating the X-rays, saying things might have changed over the previous few days. This was our second set of X-rays within ten days, but once again they showed no significant changes. The urine test from Saturday also came back normal. We were then told that the hospital did not have ultrasound available and that it would require an appointment, usually several days later. At that point, the only treatment they could offer was continued oxygen support. When I was asked to sign another bill, I expressed my frustration. We had already paid more than $3,000 for repeated blood tests, repeated X-rays, and other diagnostics, yet we still had no diagnosis and no clear treatment plan. When we first brought our cat in, she was strong enough that she had to be sedated for testing. Now she was critically ill. Instead of showing empathy, the technician responded, "If you don't want to pay, then transfer her." I felt shocked and had no choice but to continue with the recommended care. I was told a veterinarian would call me around 6:00 a.m. After returning home at nearly 3:00 a.m., I waited until almost 8:00 a.m. before receiving the call. I was finally told that my cat needed to be transferred to a specialty hospital in San Marcos. We immediately transferred her there. The difference was obvious: the hospital had specialists, advanced equipment, and a multidisciplinary team. Unfortunately, after both the cardiologist and neurologist evaluated her, they concluded that she was already too weak. They felt that even anesthesia for a CT scan carried a significant risk that she would not survive the procedure. With broken hearts, we made the devastating decision to let her go peacefully. Losing our beloved cat has been one of the most painful experiences of our lives. Based on our experience, I was deeply disappointed with the diagnostic process, the communication, and the overall handling of our cat's case at Escondido Veterinary Emergency. I believe we lost valuable time while undergoing repeated tests that did not provide answers. I cannot say whether earlier access to advanced imaging, such as an ultrasound, would have changed the outcome, but I will always wonder if earlier specialty care might have given her a better chance. This was an incredibly heartbreaking experience, and I hope our story encourages other pet owners to carefully consider whether a facility has the specialists and diagnostic equipment their pet may need in a critical emergency. Please do yourself and your pet a favor--don't choose this clinic. read more

Came here with an emergency. My puppy was sick and I was turned away. No help whatsoever. No referral

Animal Urgent Care Escondido, the true heroes! Our sweet girl Mona gets to come home with us after 3 days in critical care... We brought our 7-year-old dog Mona in during what we thought were her final days due to a sudden emergency that turned into a traumatic event. She was in very critical condition and was oxygen chamber dependent and could not breathe on her own... We were extremely speechless and just heartbroken. A mix of miracles, and Dr. Webber, Dr. Greenfield, Dr. DiLorenzo, and the entire Animal Urgent Care staff, saved Mona's life! After 3 long restless days, Mona is now home with us and slowly healing. From the moment we walked in, we felt seen, supported, and respected. We chose this place given the positive Yelp reviews, we needed a hospital that's 24/7, and also equipped with the necessary equipment for life saving measures. The team was not only highly experienced, but incredibly gentle, kind, and compassionate -- treating Mona like one of their own! We weren't just a number. They always kept us updated, they were on top of EVERYTHING! Their communication, patience, and round-the-clock care gave us peace during the scariest 3 days of our lives, and we just knew from the heart, we were in great hands. We thanked each one of them everyday for what they do. They saved her life, and we will never trust anyone else to care for our pets accidents or illness honestly. They are the reason we get more time with our sweet girl, and for that, we are forever grateful. Thank you, Animal Urgent Care -- you are honestly the absolute best read more

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Extremely disappointed and felt punished for asking about affordable care My husband took our dog here for an injured leg and was quoted a very high price just for an X-ray and splint. He explained that we could not afford their pricing and that we planned to seek care elsewhere, including possibly in Mexico, where veterinary services are often more affordable. Instead of respecting his decision as a pet owner trying to do the best he could financially, this clinic reported him to the Humane Society. We were shocked and distressed. At no point did we refuse care for our dog--my husband simply declined their services due to cost and planned to get treatment elsewhere. Veterinary care is already incredibly expensive, and pet owners should not be threatened or reported for seeking alternative, affordable options. This experience felt punitive and unnecessary, and it caused a great deal of stress during an already difficult situation. I cannot recommend a clinic that responds this way when a client is transparent about financial limitations and still actively trying to obtain care for their pet. read more

Saved my kitty's life! My cat Chimbo ate string and needed surgery to remove. Dr. Weber and staff were amazing and saved my kitty's life. Now my kitty is back home playing with his brother, and doing better than ever! I am forever grateful. Thank you read more

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They did an amazing job with communication both when I brought in my feline and my canine. Separate times. They were friendly on the phone and doctors are very empathetic. read more

Dr. Adamson was amazing with our dog Bailey. We needed to bring her in so she could be monitored overnight as our vet closes at 6 PM. I can't think Melissa C enough for her kindness and compassion! I highly recommend Animal urgent care in Escondido!!! read more

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First of all I want to say thank you to the unseen hero's that work at this 24 hour hospital. You are all so amazing for dealing with every pet parent and taking care of their little loved ones. We called ahead to make sure the trouble we were in was an actual emergency vet issue and the receptionist was amazing at getting the information we needed. Once we arrived at 10:30pm the staff already knew who my pup was and his problem - he is now nicknamed the Scrunchie eater. They immediately took him back, got vitals, and induced vomiting within less than 20 minutes. Everything was smooth and professional at this hospital. From the warm staff and the gentle care they gave my little guy I would rate this place a 10 if I could. read more

I had brought my 12 year old ,Shih Tzu, Penny there early Dec 26, 2024 due to difficulty breathing. Everyone there was great!! With their swift response & immediately putting her into an oxygen chamber. They got her properly diagnosed! When in doubt you feel it's an emergency take your pet there. Thank you!! Ying & Penny Bear read more

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We've (unfortunately) been to this urgent care twice since last October. Our first visit, my Border Collie was bitten by a Great Dane and needed stitches. The staff was so kind and caring especially through my fear as the bite was directly under his eye. Surgery, medication, aftercare, etc. was so affordable. They charged us the highest amount (close to $950) but informed us we would be reimbursed almost half of it back since the surgery and all of the intricacies went smoothly. Essentially, it was a "worst case scenario" fund, and we were given our money back within the same week. When his stitches slipped, we were able to go back and get staples put in place free of charge. Our second visit was this past week when our dog developed pink eye. We arrived there at about 8am, and we were out the door with medication by 9am. The doctor and staff was so sweet and efficient. I understand urgent care wait can be around 3-4 hours, so we went in with that expectation and were pleasantly surprised. Love this place so much! read more

Leaving without getting my dog seen. This place changed ownership and you can really tell. I wish there was somewhere else, anywhere else that would be responsive. Change of ownership and reduced service, it's very unfortunate. read more

Dr. Weber and staff are truly amazing. Our Jax was in excellent hands. I highly recommend this facility for your pet's emergency needs and care. Thank you, AUC staff! Sincerely, The Hardy Family read more

My 11 year old dog suddenly had a health crisis, went from zero symptoms to critical illness in a few minutes when an undiagnosed tumor ruptured. Animal Urgent Care took immediate steps to stabilize him, and allowed me to visit with him during that process, while calmly explaining what happened, next steps, and specialist options. They gave me time to process what was happening, in an incredibly kind and empathetic manner from EVERY staff member. I had to make the unbelievably hard choice that humane euthanasia was the correct choice, and they gave me time for my husband to arrive so we could say goodbye to our much-loved pet without hesitation. While waiting, the staff went through their lunches to give my dog options for one last meal - fettuccine, orange chicken, beef, and a donut (which shows the deep level of care they have for their patients). They were so kind, so helpful, and supportive. I'd recommend them for anyone with an animal in an emergency. We appreciated them so very much in this difficult time. read more

This review is a little overdue. We had to call Animal Urgent Care to unfortunately make one of the hardest decisions in our life to put down one of our kitty cats. Thankfully, the vet veterinarian staff at Animal Urgent Care knew the kitty we had to bring in. I live in the La Mesa area. We had to drive to Escondido. My aunt and I got in the car and we got up there quick Animal Urgent Care already had a room ready for us and Dr. Scott de Lorenzo helped us out by making the call. We did not want to make I putting down one of our kitty cats. All the staff there was great. We came to the front desk and they had a little Wright shining in honor of our kitty cat one of the vet techs. I cannot remember her name right now, even tried to make a heart out of our kitty cats fur the care quality with Animal Urgent Care is great. I highly recommend Animal Urgent Care to anybody Out there that needs Urgent Care for their animals. It is right off of the 15 freeway in Escondido right off of Center City Parkway exit it is not my first time going to Animal Urgent Care for one of our animals. We have taken several of our animals to Animal Urgent Care and every time We've had great services from Dr. de Lorenzo and his staff. read more

In the last 30 days, 2 of our young dogs needed immediate surgery. In both cases the staff and the vet, Dr. Weber, were prompt, attentive, and clear on the procedures. Dr. Weber spent substantial time explaining what he diagnosed, his recommendations, and the prognosis. Both procedures were successful. The fee estimates were thoroughly reviewed with us and accurate. The fee was reasonable. We have used AUC for several years and have high confidence in their abilities and concerns for our dogs and us. read more

Animal Urgent Care of Escondido provided prompt and compassionate care, when our small dog was stung by a bee on a weekend afternoon. Thanks a lot for helping our furbaby. read more

The doctor and everyone that work at Animal Urgent Care at 2430 S. Escondido. Words can express how amazing they are. The service, care, and the love they show to my furry baby. Extremely highly recommend these place. Keep up the amazing job. read more

Hannah Adamson is DANGEROUS & INCOMPETENT vet Without a doubt, the worst run vet in the Southern California. The staff is incompetent, their systems, barely and when they do the staff doesn't know how to use them. We took our pet in for an emergency visit, and the vet did not even touch the animal. They prescribed a host of meds which dod more damage than help and we spent almost $1k to make things worst We have had to rush and spend huge SUMS of money to UNDO the DAMAGE caused by HANNAH ADAMSON THIS WOMAN WOULD RATHER HAVE PRETTY NAILS AND CARE ABOUT YOUR PETS read more

Checked for micro chip and found owners i stayed until the owner came and picked him up the staff here was really kind and caring.

We unfortunately had to put our beloved aging kitty down , they got us in immediately and with tremendous compassion helped our kitty over the rainbow bridge. They even clipped his 3 colors of fur in a bottle with his name. Their prices were extremely affordable and we highly recommend them as did our vet Dr Love at No Orange Vet in Fallbrook when they couldn't get him in and knew he was suffering. Thankful that this caring staff made a very difficult day kinder. read more

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I'm sitting in the office as the urgent care team just took my elderly cat back full fluids, antibiotics and blood work. I was nervous about bringing her to an office because she's old and I had, had a bad experience at a different practice... but her condition was urgent and progressing. This care team is so gentle and professional. I called ahead for advice and they advised me to bring her in... they were gentle, professional and attentive. The office atmosphere is welcoming and calm even as they're hitting max capacity with emergencies this evening. Thank you so much for taking care of us. read more

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Having to make the decision when it's time to have your beloved pet euthanized is always so difficult. Having the right veterinarian and staff can make such a huge difference. I have used Animal Urgent Care in the past, and they have always been such a blessing. Last night I had to make the decision to help my 16-year-old cat Spencer cross over the rainbow bridge. His health had been failing quite a bit in the last few months, and I didn't want him to suffer. As is my tradition, I held him in my arms and sang You Are My Sunshine while he took his last breaths. The amazing vet at Animal Urgent Care was so sweet and even sang with me. I know he left this earth knowing he was loved. Thank you to all the wonderful staff at Animal Urgent Care for being there for Spencer and me. read more

AUC staff was completely accommodating, professional and empathetic to our situation. They took wonderful care of Kamali and assisted her in crossing the rainbow bridge! Thank you! read more

I have used the services of AUC many occasions over the years for my pets. They always are wonderful and very caring and friendly. I would never go elsewhere for animal urgent care services! A couple of weeks ago, I brought my 1.5 year old pug in because he collapsed due to anaphylactic shock from ingestion of a bee. The vet took him and treated him with multiple therapies to try to get him to respond and recover. Dr Alexandra went above and beyond the call of duty, and we were so very grateful for her diligence and care for our little guy. Dr. De Lorenzo also was wonderful in his care and did all that he could for our dog. Unfortunately, our boy passed away from a severe case of anaphylactic shock. We were absolutely heartbroken at the outcome. We are so very grateful for the efforts of all the staff at AUC. We know our boy was cared for by the team at AUC. read more

Nobody wants to need these services. It's scary and stressful. But I'm so glad they were there for us. We came in knowing something was wrong but really had no clue what. They used their expertise and excellent medical skills to figure it out and offer solutions. They also do an incredible job explaining all of it in plain terms. My doggo was always comfortable. And I trusted them 100%. Hopefully we won't need to. But we will absolutely be back if we need to be. read more

Went around 7:00 pm on a Wednesday. Professional and caring. Pricing pretty good for an emergency vet.

I have nothing but positive things to say about this animal urgent care. The staff are kind, quick, and the veterinarians are so knowledgeable. You can tell everyone that works here genuinely care for animals. My dog had surgery here about 3 years ago to remove fluid in her chest and had a successful outcome/quick recovery. This past week I had my same dog, who was now elderly and really struggling, seen by Scott diLorenzo. We ran tests and he covered all of the possible issues going on with my dog, along with all of the different options. Ultimately I decided her quality of life wouldn't be good while she was clearly not a well dog, and putting her down was the best decision for her. While it was one of the hardest things I've experienced yet, the staff did everything to make a horrible situation more comfortable. Thank you to everyone at animal urgent care in Escondido! read more

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Whenever I take my felines to this urgent care, I have excellent service, trust in all of the veterinarians that work there and total confidence in all of the diagnosis and treatments! I've been coming to urgent care for about five years and this is the only emergency animal care facility that I would take any animal that I love. I always recommend this place with confidence. As a retired vet nurse, I can be assured that their protocol for treatments are superb! read more

My wife was recently walking our two small dogs when they were viciously attacked by an off-leash dog. Both were torn up badly; the smaller one suffered a broken leg and fractured rib... and we almost lost her. Thank God for Animal Urgent Care. They leapt to action when we entered the clinic, watched the dogs overnight, and have provided quick and attentive after care for them both. We credit the team there with saving our precious pups. In all the confusion and our many visits we have not captured the names of everyone who helped us... but they have all been wonderful. Special thanks though to Jessie, Casey, Brittany, Dr. Maiello and Dr. DeLorenzo. I don't think they could have given our dogs better care if they were their own. read more

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Thank you to the incredible staff at Escondido Animal Urgent Care for saving our fur-baby after she was bitten in the face by a rattlesnake. We're in California from out of state and had no experience with this kind of trauma. The staff immediately rushed into action to save our golden retriever. In less than 24 hours she was released groggy but in good spirits. In less than 72 hours she almost looks like her original self (her face was extremely puffy from the bite). While we still are monitoring her progress, wanted to immediately post a Thank you and let folks know that their fur-babies are in good hands w/ the staff at Animal Urgent Care. read more

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I brought my daughters cat Koa into Animal urgent care because our local vet was fully booked. The staff was great, and Dr. Weber saw him straight away. Koa did have to have a procedure done and stay there for a few days, Dr. Weber kept us updated with how Koa was doing and it really made us feel that they had his best interests at heart. I am so thankful for Escondido Animal Urgent Care; they have taken such good care of our fur baby. read more

Our 10 week old puppy was there in and out over three days and following surgery for after surgical care. The techs and vets were awesome. Gave our pups much care and love, answered all of our questions,. The vets spent as much time as we needed listening to our concerns and desires for diagnosing and helping us find the most reasonable surgical solution. This included calling to different surgical centers on our behalf to make sure they were able to handle the surgery, and get estimates for us. They also took care of her after her surgery and were always pleasant in our interactions. The front staff and nursing staff was super friendly, super loving, and super patient. read more

The all time best bet experiences I have had in California. They are kind, helpful, speedy, listen to concerns. I am so grateful for the doctors nurses and staff that tended to my dog post a truck hitting him. He is on the mend and I had to take him back for a check up on a Sunday and can say the same. I highly recommend this place read more