I used to use Banfield because let's be real it's convenient and having a wellness plan to cover…read morethe basics is incredibly costly effective. But it was so not worth it. I needed a real vet clinic that can meet all my dogs needs and this is the place. I don't have to deal with rude staff as the staff here is awesome, helpful, and super kind and caring. My vet is reasonable upfront about everything and super accommodating. I have a young active girl who is still very much a pup, and a brooding old man who is heading towards his sunset and they are treated with such great care here that I regret not coming here sooner.

The staff and doctors at this vet were spectacular! They have a decent sized waiting room and were…read morealso able to accommodate a last minute appointment for my dog who was set to fly in a few days. Even though my dog was a first time patient, check in was fast and smooth. My dog tends to be super shaky and terrified of vets but somehow he wasn't as frightened here! They took my concerns seriously and noted down any future appointment items I'd want to get done in the next thorough exam. They also take care credit which is a plus for those expenses that you need financed!

I love Dr. Varner and her staff. They are all very helpful and staff are very understanding. My…read moreHazy girl, my 5 yr old pitty, gets scared when she gets her nails cut and she growls like she is some big old fierce thing, which she is not. They are kind and gentle but safe with her. She is getting used to them cutting her nails and not growling so much. Thank you Family Veterinary Clinic. Michelle McCorkle

I really like the vets as well as easy scheduling. Unfortunately, medicines and vaccines are…read moreoutrageously overpriced, costing over twice as much as most competitors. Also, will not write you prescriptions to allow you to refill orders at places like Chewy. Thus a 2 star rating. I can't afford $60 vs $30 for a one year rabies vaccine. Can you? Be sure to have cash due to surcharges applied to use of credit cards that you might not know ahead of time.

Dr Kinney was great. She understood my trepidation about some vaccines. She explained the core…read morevaccines vs additional vaccines. Her tech was great in handling my rambunctious 10 wk puppy, showing how to discourage nipping. Facility was clean. Glad I found a neighborhood black female vet. Very good first impression!

Not a great veterinary practice if your dog is aging and might have a more frequent need to see a…read moreveterinarian. Four out of the five times I've needed a same or next day appointment for my dog, nothing has been available for weeks--prompting me to take her to an animal hospital instead. After many years of intentionally making the hour drive to this practice, my days of going out of my way to support are absolutely over.

Housecall is my long time vet service for all my dogs, probably over 20 years…read more Vets and techs and office staff are always helpful. This visit was a sick visit with Dr Anderson. He explained how my dog's symptoms probably occurred and how to treat her. Always recommended this vet service to my friends & neighbors. Several are patrons of this vet service too. Thank you.

This veterinary clinic was recommended to me by a fellow animal lover. We recently moved back to…read moreMD, and my sweet pup needed to get his yearly exam and vaccines. He can be a bit anxious, but he was totally at ease here. They were kind, thoughtful, and thorough. The prices were reasonable, and everything was discussed up front. Unfortunately, there was a little miscommunication regarding one of his shots. He had a grooming appointment scheduled for Sunday when I noticed he was missing the vaccine on Saturday. They fit us in the same day to get his missing vaccine. Incredible customer service. I cannot say enough good things about them.

Did good by me. The care and compassion was excellent. Good communication with me as well as with…read moreanother vet and an insurance company.

I took a fecal sample in the morning because my dog had bloody diarrhea. I was told it would be…read moreready in an hour. I called all day to try to get my dog medicine and they never did the test. They said they were busy. They certainly were not too busy to charge me for it. NEVER AGAIN.

Dr. Seddon and his team have taken such great care of pup. Personalized service with a smile is so…read morevery important when navigating the sometimes scary world of doggy sickness. Thank you for all you do.

Our little 12.5 year old chihuahua, Craigie/Pico (Foster family had named him Pico, but we called…read morehim Craigie after a very close family friend that passed right before we adopted him), took a turn for the worst and Bowie Towne Vet was able to get him in at 11AM the Monday morning I called. They did what they could and took bloodwork that would be in the next day, but later that same day he passed on his own, which obviously was very hard on us. When Dr Seddon called the next day with the bloodwork, he explained it was very indicative that he more than likely had a tumor on his pancreas because of how low his blood sugar was and there was no way to cure that. He also said he was quite positive that he wasn't suffering during this time at all, which meant a lot! The cremation was handled so amazingly and even included a paw print. I am not typically a fan of conventional vets, but Dr Seddon is a top-notch, compassionate, exceptional conventional vet that has always been a go between for my 3 chihuahuas when something urgent comes up and I can't make it out to the holistic vet (Healing Paws). He has worked on Nico and Roxie, my other two dogs several times for issues and been super helpful! His whole staff is top-notch and compassionate! I truly love Bowie Towne Vet and am so appreciative I have such an outstanding vet practice so close to home. I wrote all of this with tears over the loss of our sweet little boy, but also mixed with tears of joy of appreciation for having such an amazing vet location that was so supportive and helpful during this hard time.

I was relieved to find a vet in the area that would see my 2 week old duckling who was unable to…read moremove her one leg. Yes, it was on the expensive side but they were able to take multiple x-rays which they showed to me. No fractures were found and it was discovered her leg was growing turned outward. The doctor prescribed some pain meds and recommended water therapy throughout the day and soft bedding to ensure her leg was able to straighten out. Thankfully all of these suggestions worked, and just a couple weeks later she is up and running around! I'm very grateful to have found a vet in the area that treats ducks/chickens.

TL;DR: Paid $499 as a "credit"--no refund offered. Asked to sign blank forms. Sedated at 10 AM; by…read more11 AM dog was waking up but unable to stand. No guarantee of surgery that day. Vet's son accused me of "rushing them." 4 staff carried him out. Charged $445. "Terminated" next day; heartworm Rx ($65 test) withheld until I pushed. No surgery. Proof available. Proceed with caution for large/reactive dogs. On 11/2/2025, during the consult for my dog's gastropexy + neuter, the front desk overcharged me $499 and simply said it was a "credit" on my account--no offer to refund or correct it. I was instructed to arrive 11/11 between 9:00-9:30 AM to help sedate my 110 lb reactive dog for same-day surgery. Instead, they called at 8:40 AM asking where I was. I arrived at 8:50, was asked to sign an incomplete form, and waited in the car until 9:45. Sedation began at 10:00, but by 10:45 the vet said, "Can't guarantee surgery today--two emergencies and a spay from someone who drove down from PA and is staying in a hotel." By 11:05, my dog was waking up but still unable to stand. His head was moving from side to side and he was crying. I said we were done and wanted to leave. The vet's son came in saying I was "rushing them" and kept cutting me off. They removed the catheter, four people total had to carry my dog to the car, and I was charged $445. Got home at 12:30 PM--he remained wobbly and distressed until 10 PM. The next day, the clinic informed me I was "terminated" and initially declined to provide a heartworm Rx (test run 11/2, charged $65, results ready) until I followed up--then emailed it as a "one-time courtesy." Surgery never occurred. My mom witnessed everything. Receipts, emails, and video available. Summary: For owners of large or reactive dogs, this experience raised serious concerns about communication, scheduling reliability, and post-sedation care. Proceed with caution.

We took our sweet boy Duke for an emergency follow-up after visiting a different vet earlier in the…read moreweek. The staff at Dogs and Cats Emergency & Specialty were amazing from the moment we walked in. They were extremely thorough while showing such care and concern for Duke. They explained what was happening, were transparent about the cost, and gave an honest assessment of the prognosis for our baby. Dr. S explained our options and gave us time to process everything. She answered all our questions and reassured us that there was no right or wrong way to go. Ultimately, we made the heartbreaking decision to let Duke go and she supported it, agreeing it was the kindest choice given his age, prognosis, and his current state. When I asked her what she would do for her own fur baby given the circumstances, Dr. S was transparent and told us she would do the same. That gave us a small bit of comfort that we weren't rushing into it prematurely. Dr. S gave us referrals to a few vets who could come to our home to help us with Duke's final care. We chose Lap of Love Veterinary Hospice, who were equally wonderful during such a horrible time. We appreciate all of the staff at Dogs and Cats Emergency & Specialty, from the folks at the front desk to the nurses and doctors. There were small things that I appreciated... when they brought our baby to us, they put down a plush blanket so he could be comfortable and not laying directly on the floor. Also, right before we left, one of the nurses even came in to say goodbye to Duke and tell him he was a sweet boy. She loved on him and that small gesture will always stick with me. I thank everyone for showing such love and support during one of the most difficult times in my family's life. I would absolutely recommend Dogs and Cats Emergency & Specialty to anyone needing care for their fur baby.

Do not recommend! I took my newly adopted dog there one evening for coughing, respiratory distress…read moreand overall sickly. I waited almost 2 hours in the car while I watched them take other dogs they said needed immediate attention. Meanwhile, my dog looks like he's dying and even after I addressed this with them they still would not see him so they suggested I go to another emergency vet at 12 in the morning at this point, which I did. I will never go back to this clinic.

After shopping around for a trusted grooming salon for my pup I will say The Sudsy Puppy (Crofton)…read moreis theee place! Very inviting , caring and attentive to my dog Mango Butta. The pricing is crazy high and I was impressed with the service and groom. Their communication is what keeps me coming back also because they are on top of it, with any changes or when my phone is ready for pick up from her grooming appts.

Went in to wash my two dogs. Their self-wash stations are great. They provided towels, shampoo and…read moredryers. The door slides behind you but doesn't latch so be careful if you have a reactive dog. It's a small room but good enough. I liked how you can park, and bee-line it for the washing rooms. I added nail clipping. It was pretty expensive for two oversized dogs. Clean, nice staff. Patient. The shop has lots of doggie novelties to spend your cash on.

excellent service. very gentle with my dog. Did not have to wai. Reasonable prices…read more Very easy to make appointments. Appt was confirmed and reminder sent

I love Dr Mesfin and his team. Everyone from the front desk staff to the medical assistants to Dr…read moreMesphin are a pleasure to work with. The team always has an upbeat attitude and you can tell that they enjoy what they do. Most importantly, my RottiCorso Zahara, loves her visits there. So happy I found them in 2022 after moving from NYC to Upper Marlboro. I can't recommend them enough.