We have been taking our cat Gracie to the Interbay Vet for 8-9 years now. Once a year we take her in for a shot and check up. They might have cleaned her teeth once. We feed her good food and she gets a lot of exercise at home. Also no smoking, drinking, or late nights at the tavern. Basically the cat is 8 and still going so I should give the vet some credit. $130~ a visit, for Seattle seems okay. The people are always very friendly. read more

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Recommended by a neighbor who is also a neighbor of Dr Coffin. Unfortunately never got to see the Vet because the intake staff immediately walked my pup straight back out after drop off and refused to treat him because he was anxious and "difficult" to restrain. Good thing there are other vets in Seattle that are willing to treat dogs that need a bit more care and professional handling. read more

After a horrible experience at a chain vet clinic, I got a spot at IVCC. I dropped my rescue pup off with Veronica and Dr. Coffin called me within 20 minutes. We spent an hour and a half on the phone as he walked me through everything from diets to behavioral suggestions to flea and tick treatments. I felt seen, heard, and validated. He never pushed any one product on me and he followed up with links to information for me to do my own research. Diesel was happy when I picked him up and seemed to have enjoyed his visit. I will definitely be staying with IVCC for the long term and cannot express my gratitude to Veronica and Dr. Coffin enough for their thoroughness in educating me on how to give my dog a great life. read more

We have been bringing our pup to IVCC for eight years, ever since we brought her home. She has been a bit high maintenance with some health issues over the years, and Dr. Coffin and Veronica have taken great care of her (and us) without fail. I highly recommend them for both their caring and their competence! read more

We can always rely on the service at IVCC to get us checked in and taken care of whenever our cat needs it. Dr. Coffin is the best -- he doesn't mince words about what's going on with our cat and we can consistently rely on him to email us informative and helpful information. I'm very confused about some of the negative reviews here, as we've come here multiple times and have only ever received exemplary care. read more

A very overpriced yet mediocre veterinary clinic. The final straw was after one year. I took my dog regularly for an anal gland expression. Every other vet I have been to that service was around $15-$35. Interbay Vet clinic charges more than $50. Every other vet I've been to that service has lasted 6-10 weeks. At Interbay Vet Clinic my dog's anal glands needed emptied mere weeks later. I called to make my final appointment for the service, and also mentioned my dog was due for a vaccine. Due to COVID my fiance dropped off our dog at the clinic and wasn't allowed inside during the appointment. When our dog was brought back out to him he was handed a $183 bill. Unbelievable. When I called about it later I was informed since a vaccine is performed by the vet, an exam is necessary. That's news to me. I was NEVER informed that was policy or protocol while I was making the appointment. My dog wasn't due for an exam, nor did I mention I wanted an exam. When I pointed this out, Veronica rudely informed me Interbay is NOT a vaccine clinic. When I also brought up the appointment was no more than 10 minutes (a little short in my opinion) and the poor quality of recent anal gland expressions she told me to "go to a groomer." Is that really how you treat customers paying through the nose for your less than excellent services? I have moved several times in my dog's short life of 5 years so I have come to know and love 3 vets before Interbay and it upsets me that I have to now find a new one. Most vets are down to earth and caring about animals & their owners. Unfortunately, I never got that vibe from Interbay who apparently only cares about deceiving customers and making money. read more

We took my cat here this afternoon and had a great experience! I only called early this morning and chose Interbay Clinic because my cat needed to be seen ASAP- they were able to squeeze him in at 5pm for an end of day visit. The woman up front was so kind and understanding and didn't miss a beat with my frantic cat. The veterinarian Dr. Coffin gave me & my cat his undivided attention. He was extremely knowledgable and made sure I left with no questions unanswered. He was able to give me a pretty firm diagnosis after the visit, but suggested diet and exercise as the first option before more expensive testing. You could also tell he genuinely cared my cat's wellbeing and comfort, which was very reassuring! As for price, I see some reviews that they can be pretty steep, but I thought the final bill was unreasonable for all the tests and shots they did onsite (they even stayed an hour after closing for me). I would say the extra $$$ is worth the excellent care. read more

DVM Steve k Coffin did a wonderful job checking out our new kitty "Tommie" on his first visit to the vet. He is very good at explaining everything from health, to nutrition. Tommie had ear mites which I did know!!! He was treated, and giving medications for this condition. I am very pleased with the care I received, and would highly recommend Interbay Veterinary Care Center. read more

Interbay Veterinary Care Center - Veterinarians Near Me - Seattle, Washington

I cannot speak to the quality of care provided by this veterinarian, but I can speak to the value and service provided during our visit. We brought our cat in for a visit because he had stopped eating and was vomiting regularly. The veterinarian called us after his initial examination to discuss his suggested actions. The quoted price he provided to diagnose our cat totaled $480. These charges included urine and blood tests, a charge to interpret the results of these tests ($30), a standard visit charge ($68) and an additional charge for fluids ($42). In addition we were charged a boarding fee to leave him at the clinic until we were able to pick him up 5 hours later ($20). These charges did not include the treatment of any issues discovered following the diagnosis. When we expressed our concerns with the cost, the veterinarian became defensive and made us feel very guilty about our reservations to test for things like Feline AIDS and other non-treatable, non-curable diseases. When we asked if there was an incremental method for running the tests to diminish costs, he informed us there was not (i.e. all or nothing for these tests). He also stated that he was "not the cheapest veterinarian in town" because "we live in Seattle and the rent is not cheap in Seattle." He made another comment about $500 "being a drop in the bucket." Our discussion involved some references to my wife's employment in healthcare, which made her very uncomfortable. When it was clear that we were not going to allow him to run the tests he was suggesting, he became very concerned with our cat's vaccination records. He informed us that we needed to pick up the cat immediately (rather than after work), because he was a danger to the other patients (due to his incomplete shot records). This argument would have been plausible had he refused to board the cat initially. However, it was only after hearing that we were not willing to pay the exorbitant amounts he was asking that he suddenly became "worried" for his other patients' safety. We took him to another Veterinarian for a second opinion and asked for the Interbay veterinarian's records. The Interbay veterinarian refused, stating that he had not written them up yet (despite already having charged us $100 for our visit). He indicated he would write them up and charge us $8.50 to fax them to the clinic of our choice. These notes had not been provided by the conclusion of our second visit. In the end, a veterinarian less than 15 miles away was able to diagnose and treat our cat's problem for $220. He did not find it necessary to run 3 of the 4 tests suggested by the Interbay veterinarian. When comparing the itemized costs of the treatments, each was more expensive at Interbay Veterinary Hospital. Hypothetically, even if the second veterinarian had run all of the same tests, the bill would have totaled $390, meaning the charges at Interbay were almost 15% more expensive. There are several other animal hospitals a stone's throw away from this place. If location is very important to you, you should be able to find another place close by. If location is not important, you have a better chance of finding high quality care at lower prices outside of Seattle. I hope this write-up helps you avoid the same mistakes we made. read more

They say they want to only offer the best treatment for your animal. They actually mean they offer only the MOST expensive treatment for your animal. Dr. Muhammad is fantastic. Dr. Coffin on the other hand wouldn't treat a dog for epilepsy because he was worried about his reputation if he didn't send the dog to a neurologist first (said 'what would another vet think of me'). My new vet Elliot Bay Animal Hospital took him in and immediately had him on an epilepsy drug to see if that would stop his seizures...it has stopped them. Dr. Coffin was very condescending about the fact that I didn't have a car and made me feel like a bad pet owner. The weirdest thing was, if you change vet and request your dogs vet records (you've paid for everything in the records) THEY CHARGE TO TRANSFER RECORDS. My new vet said that they do this to keep patients and it doesn't work and is ridiculous. read more

I recently moved to the Interbay area. During my move, my dog hopped out of my car -- he has two surgically repaired ACLs -- and it was sort of a rough landing. He didn't howl or anything, but I was concerned. He was fairly dormant for a few days, then seemed to snap out of it. We went for a walk soon after - and had to cut it a bit short as it began to rain - I would later recall being maybe a bit too forceful with the leash/harness. Shortly thereafter, my dog developed a pretty good lump on his back, sort of where a dog's shoulder blade would be, back behind his left ear. I called Interbay Vet and they said they could see him the next day. I went in and Veronica was very nice. Dr. Mohamed was also extremely personable and I could definitely sense their genuine love for animals. I was told that the only way to really know for sure on my dog was to do a cell analysis to determine if it was a tumor, a cyst, etc. The Dr. was concerned because of the hardness of the lump and the fact that it had come about fairly quickly. Now, I'm no vet, obviously. But I was pretty sure this was an INJURY and not a tumor/cyst. While my dog didn't seem to be in any pain from it, it seemed like perhaps some anti-inflammatories and/or ice/heat would be the best course of action. TWO HUNDRED AND EIGHTY TWO dollars later, the cellular analysis came back as 'inflamed tissue, no sign of infection.' She recommended we check back again in two weeks to see if it hadn't gotten any smaller and that we should just cut out whatever it is if it's still inflamed/swollen. TOTAL misdiagnosis, which resulted in a very expensive bill from the vet. I'm cool with better safe than sorry, but in this instance an X-ray would have made more sense than sending a cup of fluid to a lab for a look. It seems to be more of a doggy chiropractic scenario than anything. This diagnosis went against what I logically assumed to be the case - that either the jump from the car or my pulling on his harness a little much - had caused this problem. Good news: my dog doesn't have a cancerous tumor the size of a golf ball on his back. Bad news: I'm out almost $300 with no real remedy but wait and see, or call back and get what is sure to be a JACKED UP price on anti-inflammatories and take my chances. Super nice people. Made a very poor diagnosis and judgment in this instance. When I complained about the steepness of the bill - I understand that lab work can be spendy, but my old vet on Admiral Way would NEVER have charged this much - I was told that the $70 on the bill was a 'fancy way of saying the Dr.'s diagnosis cost that much." Like I'm 12. Furthermore, NO credence was given to the simple fact that I was charged for a misdiagnosis. This is like paying a taxi cab 4x what you thought the fare was going to be because they drove around in circles for an hour, and then dropped you off in Issaquah without your cellphone or a dime to your name. Terrible Experience. Go Somewhere Else. read more

Where to start? I think the 2 highlights that encourage a 1 star review are: Mr. Coffin + Veronica's lack of care when it comes to clients--but the verbal abuse I've witnessed them both engage in with their staff. They swear at them, they tell them they wonder why they hired such a waste of a person. Imagine going to a vet clinic and hearing the vet go to the back room to swear at employees. That's what you'll get when Interbay isn't curbside anymore (and probably while they still are) Second: Want to pay significantly more for the exact same service? Go here! They don't have extra training, certification, extra equipment or special knowledge---but they'll sure charge like they do and somehow explain to you that they charge more for a reason---there's literally no reason. They provide exactly the same product, knowledge and experience but feel superior due to their location. You're better off finding a vet that actually has compassion for animals and humans alike. I have never been more turned off by a business/their staff and am horrified by my interactions with Mr. Coffin and Veronica. They're one of the only Seattle vets I've seen who's really apparently in it to make money. No other clinic swears at employees and charges more for the same services....... You aren't getting more for you money. They lie about that. It's surprising they still have a business with how awful these two are. Do not put your pet's life in these incapable and expensive hands. read more

I have had THE BEST experience here, with Dr. Coffin, and it has not been an easy first year with my dog!! A friend turned me on to Interbay Veterinary Care, and I've sent 3 new pup owners here who have thanked me profusely for the recco. Dr. Coffin has a gentle, professional manner and provides all the info and lets the owner make an informed decision on treatment. So happy to have this gem in my neighborhood. read more

My husband moved back home in late October and we've been looking for a good vet for our almost 10 yr old dog Toby. My sister has been taking her cat to Interbay for a long while and recommended the clinic. I loved the personal 'treatment' we got from the staff to the Doc but I will admit that things are spendier when you go to a vet vs. to a "Petsmart, etc". Toby seemed to be quite happy and he was given some sample medicine which he loved. We definitely feel comfortable taking our doggy here and highly recommend. I only ding one star for being pricier for office visits ($70+) and also for the parking lot. They are having construction across the way and that makes the road a little tighter and then they have only 3 stalls in the front of the clinic. Fits my husband's smaller car just fine but mine was a little harder to manage. read more

I have 2 dogs: a 6 year old German Shepherd and a 1 year old half Lab, half Shepherd. I have been going to Interbay Vet for about 2 years, and at this point I am in there every month, so I am very familiar with their high level of care. I have tried other vets in the area (Aurora Veterinary hospital and Elliot Bay animal hospital), and Interbay Vet remains my favorite and I am confident in their work. They really get to know you and your dogs and find solutions that work for you. For example, my older Shepherd has a serious vet phobia, and they are great about getting me in a room right away and are very quick, but still thorough, with her treatment. They have helped us with her allergies and stomach issues. I am a pretty neurotic and overly attentive pet owner, and they are SO patient with me! I am often calling or emailing them to ask things like "Is it okay that my dog ate this..." or "How many miles can my puppy handle of running?" and they respond very quickly. They are also open on Saturday mornings which is helpful. My vet is Dr. Mohamed and she is the greatest! She is incredibly patient, gives me all of the treatment options available, and is very friendly. She was especially helpful when we first got our puppy and let us know what to expect, recommended obedience classes, preferred food brands, etc... She is also good about letting us know how urgently we need to treat problems and what we can wait on. Dr. Coffin has also seen us and was very helpful as well. The other staff are amazing too. Veronica has been great about promptly submitting our insurance claims and taking care of that for us. She is incredibly knowledgeable. My dogs adore her. Jason is always very friendly, organized, and attentive. Joanna is nice and whenever I am nervous about something going on with my dogs, I feel at ease because of her welcoming smile and conversation. Overall, I think this vet clinic is great and would recommend them to anyone. read more

This is the vet you want to take your baby to. Dr. Muhammed went for above and beyond, and quite literally saved my dog's life. Cleopatra is a stray from Mexico who is the center of my universe. When she came down with lethargy and frequent urination a couple summers ago, I thought she might have a simple urinary tract infection. I took her to Dr. Muhammed (who was her regular doc) who found that the labs weren't matching up with a UTI. She explained in detail how certain aspects of her lab work were just slightly out of the normal ranges, and how she wanted to do another lab test that would only cost a little. Long story short, Dr. Muhammed spent a lot of time and energy to figure out what Cleo's mystery illness was. This included time on the phone to researchers and vets in California, Wyoming, and Colorado, independent research (she consulted with her vet textbooks!), and getting Cleo enrolled in a study in Colorado at no cost to us. Turns out Cleo had Ehrlichia, which particularly in Seattle is quite rare. She most certainly contracted this from a tick bite when she was still in Mexico. Dr. Muhammed explained the process of this bacteria IN DETAIL in laymen's terms. She was very patient and clear and spent a ton of time on the phone with me to update me on what she had found out. One of the other things that lets me know that Dr. Muhammed and Interbay are of the highest integrity is that they don't try to exploit your love of your pet in order to sell you things you don't need and get more money out of you. I can't tell you how many times Dr. Muhammed has said, after explaining the possible courses of action, "I think we should do this test now because it is cheaper, and then depending on the results of that we might not even need the big, expensive one." Granted, the fees for lab tests are almost all going to the lab itself and not the vet, but I think that is speaks to the level of consideration and empathy that is exhibited by this facility that they are advocating for you on all fronts and are "on your team". Today my dog is alive and healthy because of Dr. Muhammed. I could also go on and on about the incredible support staff, including the techs Jason and Veronica. The amount of caring these people have shown myself and my dog is overwhelming. We recently relocated to Denver and will soon have to find a new vet. I can only hope we find one whom is half as fantastic as the folks at Interbay. read more

My new cockapoo puppy and I just had our first visit with Dr. Mohamed and the fantastic staff at Interbay Veterinary. Dr. Mohamed spent an hour with us going over all aspects of how to take care of a new puppy, providing details on current care and things to watch for over the next month. She thoroughly explained options and choices in flee control, diet, and vaccinations. Dr. Mohamed also informed me of what would be ahead of us as my puppy got older. The level of detail she provided was so helpful and I left the appointment feeling much more confident with my new little girl. The veterinary technician, Jason, was great, as well. Not only was the care 5-star worthy, but I also left feeling that the health and well being on my dog were top priority. I would highly recommend them. read more

Interbay is a great Vet Clinic, and Dr. Mohamed is a wonderful vet. Regardless of whether or not you are going in for a simple vaccine booster or for a more serious issue, the doctors and vet techs always take the time to answer your questions thoroughly and give your dog the attention (you feel) it deserves. Of course, vet bills are always more expensive than one would like. That's part of responsible pet ownership. At Interbay, they don't add unnecessary line items on your bill, only charge you a tech visit if you only need a tech visit, and price out different treatment options if you need that information to make a treatment decision. I first went to Interbay after moving to Seattle a little over a year ago, and have been much happier with Interbay than any of my previous vets. read more

Are they competent? Yes. Are they overpriced? Yes. I used Interbay when I lived in Magnolia. One of my cats needed his teeth cleaned. Their dental estimate: $1089. But I was moving soon, so I decided to check with my soon-to-be new vet on Capitol Hill before dropping a grand on cat dentistry. Cost at my new vet: $400. Yeah, I went with the new vet. As far as their service went, it was fine. The front desk staff were friendly and Dr. Mohamed in particular was great (but seems to have left since then). Just be aware they are overpriced and will nickel-and-dime you. The fact that they charged me $18 to fax my pets' info to my new vet was a fitting end to my relationship with Interbay Vet. read more

This place wanted $10 to fax 1 sheet of paper to my current vet. I stopped going here because they're overpriced on all of their services. Unless you're rich don't go here. read more

At the end of February I brought my dog here for some breathing/gagging issues since my favorite vet could not get him in ASAP. We ended up with x-rays, 4 different antibiotics, a cough suppressant, an exam and a lab interpretation - $750 later my dog is not better. The next suggested course was a fecal sample, blood work and to see an allergist. I did not get the feeling that they knew what to do so, let's do it all. Since, he is due for some shots, I contacted my regular vet to get him in and also discuss with her, his situation. Our vet called to obtain records but, was told there would be a $9.00 fee. Seriously? I called and got Veronica, and she stated that the fee was for them to actually keep my dog's file for three years. Don't bother, I will not be returning. To nickel and dime someone that has already paid for the Dr.'s "notes/file" at $750 should be able to get the file for free!!! And to be told that it is within their right to charge a fee. Very disappointed that I have to pay this in addition, but because I care for my dog, and that his regular vet gets all the information. I did feel Dr. Mohamed did do a great job initially and honestly care about my pup. She is the only value...I hope she gets my $9. Do not go here. read more

I work at a local vet clinic, and called Interbay to get some records sent over for a client, which every clinic does when someone changes vets. The receptionists were exceptionally rude to me and my staff, when we had to call multiple times to get records, they kept saying they would return our calls and wouldn't, or put us on hold until we had to hang up. It got to the point that they had to speak with the owner twice to be able to 'release' the records, she had to speak with them while at our clinic, and she just wanted an estimate! On top of it all, they charged her $9 to send the records via fax, which costs nothing, and NO OTHER CLINIC charges to do this. It was a ridiculous and autrocious customer service experience, and I would hate for someone to choose a vet that puts their own financial needs before the best interest of their clients! read more

I have lived in Seattle for years, and have never been happy with my veterinarians. When I moved to Ballard, I brought my aged sick pit bull to Interbay to see Dr. Steve Coffin. Having worked in a vet clinic, I appreciate this practice's attention both to medical detail, and to responding to my questions and concerns. I think if you are truly concerned with and invested in your pet's ultimate best health, this practice would be a very good match. If you are looking for the cheapest price, this is not the vet for you. They are a small practice and you will always see the same vet. They are conveniently located in the Interbay neighborhood, between Ballard, Queen Anne and Magnolia. A couple of issues that might be of concern to new clients: they appear to have a frequent turnover of front desk staff. They also have a clinic policy of NOT putting callers on hold. So if you call during a high-volume time, expect to leave a message and get a call back at their convenience, not yours. Other than that, they're great! 6/29/08 Update - they have been remodeling and added a vet. I haven't been to Interbay since this change. read more

My cats and I have been going to Interbay for 12 years. We started there because it was the closest vet when I first moved to Seattle, but despite moving to Capitol Hill 2 years later, they are still my chosen vet. I've had to go to a couple of the vets on Cap Hill for small things over the years, as well as various specialists, and no one compares to the care we get from Dr. Coffin, Veronica, and the rest of the great staff. My cats are old. They've had a lot of problems - skin issues, benign tumors, joint surgery.. and that's just in the last couple of years. Dr. Coffin is very informed and has consistently talked me through all the options, taking as much time as necessary during the appointments, or sending emails, or calling and talking for an hour sometimes! When we were referred out to specialists, he has double-checked their recommendations, and in a couple of cases given me more information about treatment risks than the specialist did. For example, NSAIDs. My cat has arthritis and has had 2 surgeries recently. Two vets now have suggested putting him on anti-inflammatories that were NSAIDs... which in older cats can cause kidney failure. Dr. Coffin caught this and recommended a different pain-killer that wasn't also a possible cat-killer. Also, Purevax rabies vaccines - Granted you have to give them every year instead of 3, but at least they don't cause kitty-cancer! On top of this all, everyone there is so knowledgable. They knew all the necessary steps to get my cats set up to move to England with me - twice in 10 years. And 6 months later, when I called to ask a question about the process, they had the answer immediately without having to look anything up. This level of service is invaluable. Everyone there loves animals, and it shows. They coo at my cats even more than I do, and are so gentle with them despite the pure cat crankiness they receive in return. I trust them to know and recommend the right thing. read more

I've brought my cat to see Dr. Mohamed twice; the first time because I was freaked out he had an abcess (I called before they opened and left a message - and they called me back the minute they opened and made me an appointment for an hour and a half later) and the second time when he got into a big fight with an unknown creature and had a cut on his paw and and face. Each time I've called they've worked with me to get him in within a few hours, gave him the best possible care, and were honest and upfront about pricing (they are also totally OK with running the cost analysis between an antibiotic injection vs. pills/liquid, etc). They aren't cheap, but they are willing to work with you on options, and I'm bringing him in tomorrow to get caught up on a few vaccines but they aren't charging me for an office visit, just the shots, because they know it can get a bit pricey (and I know other vets who don't do this). Dr. Mohamed is reassuring and conservative in her care (she recommended antibiotics before cutting open the what-I-thought-was-an-abcess - it totally resolved) and completely invested in you and your pet when you're with her. The office staff is welcoming and cheerful. I recommend them highly! read more

Our animals have been getting care at this vet for seven years (one much longer). We have spent thousands of dollars at this place, partly because their prices are well above average. Now my dog is out of meds and I can't afford more lab tests, and they refuse to refill the meds without those tests, claiming that it's "too dangerous" to give her the same pills she's been taking for four years or so. I told them that my situation has changed and I just can't afford it, but that without it my dog has a kidney disease that goes untreated. So now she's sick, drinking way too much water, and peeing gallons, because these "caring professionals" have refused to help. Is it more dangerous for her to take her meds than to be without them? I don't know because the only person I get to talk to is an assistant named Jason who really needs to work on his listening skills, but is very good at stonewalling me. My dog has had every test they could devise and they're still not sure what's wrong with her. She's in pain, and all her tests and dosage changes have resulted in very little improvement. I have no idea whether they've helped my dog at all in the past, but I know they're not willing to help now. Needless to say, as I'm sure my tone gives it away, I am LIVID and will be withdrawing ALL of my animals from veterinary care at Interbay. PS: Yes, they're very friendly and talkative. But when the chips are down, will you be able to count on them? I was not. read more

I have been very disappointed in the service I received during my dog's recent illness. Initially he was diagnosed with an ear infection. I over applied the antibiotic, and needed a refill after 6 days (course was 14 days), the staff tried to bully me into coming in for another exam at that time. Obviously this was not necessary and the staff even stated he was due at 10-12 for a recheck. However, my biggest disappointment was the lack of attention paid to my dog. While he was diagnosed with an ear infection after a couple days, he was still scratching his ear and was not improving. I did a closer inspection and found that he had a tick that had embedded itself behind Hank's ear. A "Comprehensive Exam" to the tune of $75 should have caught this. Since he had not been out since his initial exam, I am certain this tick was the reason for his ear scratching. He may have had a minor infection (and I'm completing the antibiotics), but I am not convinced of this. I am now having to watch for symptoms of tick-borne illnesses. I will not be returning. read more

If I could give 6 stars or more, I would. We have been taking our dog here for almost 5 years. They've always been fine for the basic stuff but Dr. Coffin and Veronica have really gone above and beyond all of our expectations as a vet office lately. We recently found out our dog had a cancerous bone tumor and had to have her leg amputated. They referred us to a specialist for the surgery but I have been talking with Dr. Coffin almost daily for additional advice and he has been an ENORMOUS resource and incredibly supportive. He is often calling after his office hours, taking away from his personal time to help us through everything. We have had a few complications and Dr. Coffin always has new suggestions and is constantly offering helpful advice. I can't say enough good things about this office. If you want a vet that truly cares about both you and your pet, your search is over! read more

I should first note that the Dr Mohammad mentioned by some of the reviewers does not seem to be there any more. She was the doctor that treated my cat and while competent it was obvious to me that she was under pressure to maximize the bill. I took my cat in to get a second opinion about a possible auto immune disorder that was affecting his paws and by the time I left I had spent close to $2000.00 on a heart evaluation and some blood and urine tests. Not sure that it was all necessary. They could be a lot more transparent about the need for the various procedures. Their integrity is more than a little questionable. read more

A friend of my sister who grew up on a farm was shocked at what I paid to have my cat fixed up at Interbay. I guess if you're like her, this is not the practice for you. But if you're a dope for your beasts the way I am, and want the best care available never mind the cost (well, not mind it enough!), then this is where you go. They're the best. Period. When my pal had his latest problem, I did consider looking for a low-cost vet. Times are rough for personal finances. But I remembered being in the clinic one time to pick up my furry unit just before closing. There was a guy there coming out of an examining room in tears. He looked just off the road, and I noted a beat-up pickup truck parked outside. Dr. Coffin followed him out to the waiting area to finish explaining the horrible intestinal malady his dog had contracted, one so bad it wouldn't have mattered if he'd driven up in a beemer with a platinum card, the poor thing was out of time. The doctor had clearly done a careful examination, no doubt took a series of x-rays, and would have to put the fella's traveling companion down. Yet it was obvious this poor guy could not pay and would not be asked to. Whenever I think of how gentle and generous Dr. Coffin and Veronica were with this poor guy, I just couldn't think I'd be able to find anyone I'd rather have caring for my pals. There are probably lots of great vets in the area, but I felt lucky to get this inside view of what kind of people run Interbay. read more

I was so lucky to have found Dr Coffin (and Dr Mohammed, Jason and Veronica). Although my meow-meow didn't make it, they allowed me to have extra time with him and listened to EVERY idea I had patiently and kindly. At the end, they were the absolute best. I don't think I could have survived the whole thing without all of them. Thanks!!!!!!! read more

Dr. Mohammed is a wonderful Vet ! My dog Mary-Jane was having puss and blood coming out of her I freaked out and brought her in . Well it turns out it was her time to go the the farm for the last time . I was heartbroken but Dr. Mohammed sat with me while I cried my eyes out and listened to me blubber on about Mary-Jane's life . When it came time I held her till she left this world . Dr. Mohammed went above and beyond and I will forever be grateful. read more

Interbay Veterinary Care Center is very friendly and does a great job taking care of your pets. That being said, it is extremely extremely extremely overpriced. I made an appointment for my 2 year old puppy's annual check up and didn't think to ask the cost of the visit beforehand... I walked out with a $200 bill. Because I had just moved in next door, I didn't have all of my pup's previous vet records. Because I couldn't provide proof, I was told I needed to get a full set of vaccines and heart worm tests (even though she had never been off her heart worm medicine until we were living in WA where there is no heart worm.) I should have had a stronger backbone and said no thank you, but I was nervous and wanted to trust that a veterinarian had the best interests of my puppy. Don't get me wrong, I wasn't bullied into tests and I do believe they had the best intentions, I just think it was paired with getting paid. In the future, I would definitely recommend another vet until they change their prices to meet the rest of the area's prices. To give you a comparison... and appointment at Urban Animal is $45 and I think it is more fun, my dog is never nervous there like she was at Interbay Vet & the prices are great! PS. One problem I was faced with was that my dog has separation anxiety and therefore is very nervous about being taken away from me... At other vet office's I was allowed to take her to the room where they weigh her so that she could stay calm. That was not an option at Interbay and they just pulled her out of the room even though she cried and was very upset... That in itself made me never go back. read more

Dr Coffin gave us a very long initial interview - about an hour when we brought our cat in with issues. He was incredibly thorough and gave us many options - which we hadn't had at our previous vet experience where the charges and tests were starting to add up. His thought to just try changing our cat's food and mixing it with a lot of water ended up being the ticket. Our cat is now happier, slimmer and we know we found a good vet who wasn't just insisting on more expensive tests. read more

I'm a big fan. They've taken good care of our 11 year old kitty with hyperthyroidism. Quick, kind and gentle service.

I work in the veterinary field, and was so nervous when it came time to find a new veterinarian for my kitties. Dr Mohammad is a wonderful vet, who has always been very kind towards my pets. I am brought straight into a room every single time I walk in, and never have to wait more than five minutes to see the doctor. The online appointment booking, and prescription refill is really helpful when you can't find time to call during their open hours. I strongly recommend their facility! read more

Since my first post was "filtered" by Yelp, I'm writing again in the hopes this one won't be on the filtered list. We have had great experiences with Drs. Coffin and Mohamed. From just our cats' regular check-ups to a very difficult illness, we have felt that our cats receive excellent care and from empathetic practitioners. This level of care extends to their staff as well. read more

I've been taking my nine year old dog Sydney to Interbay Veterinary Care Center since he was two years old. He had been a regular patient at other veterinary clinics in the city, but didn't seem to be getting the level of care that I really wanted him to receive. After all, he is like my child and his health and well being are extremely important to me. It didn't take long for me to realize that Sydney was in the hands of an exceptional team of veterinary professionals at IVCC. Not only are they the most thorough and informative team I've encountered, but they're also the most personable. Their high standards for all types of care, whether it be preventative, basic or more intensive are very high. This is exactly what Sydney needs. Not only do I know about the many attributes of IVCC from experience as a client, but I have also experienced their high level of professionalism and care from behind the scenes as a veterinary assistant. I have learned so much from Dr Coffin and vet tech Veronica as both a client and an employee. Based on what I've learned from them and the rest of the IVCC team, I'm able to give Sydney better care on a daily basis. This ability to give better care is very important, as Sydney suffers significantly from atopic allergies. As of recently, he was diagnosed with lymphoma. The battle has been intense to say the least, but also promising. Everyone at IVCC has been there since the beginning (the mass removal and diagnosis), and continues to be even after we were referred to an oncologist. IVCC may charge slightly more for their services, but I firmly believe that if you want a higher level of quality care for your pet then you have to be willing to pay more. After all, your pet is worth it. Sydney and I consider Dr Coffin, Dr Mohammad, and vet techs Veronica and Jason family. When Sydney is at IVCC, I can feel comfortable knowing that he is in the best hands. read more

I recently moved to Seattle and was not satisfied with the first vet I found here. Interbay was recommended to me by a colleague who has been very pleased with the care her cats and dog have received at Interbay. My cat was suffering from digestive issues and had some advanced dental problems. She was treated by Dr Mohamed, Jason, Joanna, and other members of the team. Across the board, they are caring, knowledgeable, informative, and pragmatic. My cat needed oral surgery to remove a broken tooth and clean up her mouth in general. The care they provided to me and the cat before and after the surgery was great: clear instructions, what to expect, things to watch for. My cat had a hard time with the post surgery pain patch. I took her back in, they removed the patch, and took time to help me learn how to administer the alternate pain meds so my cat would be comfortable. They were so busy on this particular Saturday -- but, they got us in and even cleaned up my cat after she soiled herself in her kennel. The whole team was terrific. Humane. Caring, Well trained. Conscientious. I am extremely pleased with the all around care and professionalism of the Interbay team. They are outstanding! read more

I'd love to write a glowing review of Interbay since I am quite fond of the personnel there and confident that my animals get the best care possible. However, I have come to realize that they are more expensive than most of the other vets in the same area. Some of that expense is higher fees, and their fees have gone up considerably in the years I have been going there, but much is excessive tests. Modern veterinary medicine can be much more precise than in past years, but sometimes I think it is OK to just go with the probabilities. E.g. Lets just try the usual prednisone for a week and see what happens instead of doing $800 worth of more tests before we decide prednisone is the only way to go. Also, I don't understand why my pets must be whisked away from me for weighing and injections and other minor things that most vets do in the examining room in front of you. It feels like they are hiding something. Since the above, I have had further experiences with this vet in which I feel I was treated in a condescending and actually cruel manner. Sometimes money DOES have to be a consideration, but I don't think anyone at this vet has any sympathy for you if it is. I plan to take my animals elsewhere. read more