I would just like to give a BIG Thank U to Dr. March, Dr. Shore, and all the wonderful amazing staff at Montecito Animal Clinic for the open house on September 12 to view the new facility. It is absolutely amazing and beautifully done, especially the mural of the Doggies and Kitties as you walk in the front door. Thank you for being transparent and for caring so deeply for not only our Fur-babies, but us humans as well. I know the new location will be a great hit for many many years to come! OUTSTANDING! :) read more

Been coming here since 1992 with my pets. Consistent great quality care. The staff is always helpful and friendly. The facility is always fresh and clean. Pricing is very reasonable. read more

Montecito Animal Clinic - Veterinarians Near Me - Pleasant Hill, California

In my opinion, the best veterinarian clinic around. Nice people, the whole staff is stellar! I've taken my last couple of dogs there and they've taken excellent care of them! The prices are great too! If I have another pup in my future, that's where they will go. Shiloh and Bowie were loved by Montecito! read more

I've been taking both my dogs here for years to see Dr. March. I absolutely love the staff and the fact that they do not nickel and dime you like most vets in this day and age do. Both dogs have had teeth cleanings and extractions, small surgery to remove a benign lump, annual exams with vaccines, etc. Unfortunately, I had to have my mini schnauzer put to sleep at the beginning of this year due to her developing lymphoma. Dr. March and her vet tech were very informative about each step and compassionate during this whole process. You can tell everyone that works here, genuinely loves animals. Please note, they are not an emergency vet like Sage is. You can call right when they open and try to get an urgent same day appointment. I think based on the negative reviews posted here regarding this, that will explain it a bit better (not an emergency vet). read more

Business called us in for a cancellation at 3:00pm. Made us wait 30 minutes (mind you I have a toddler) all to not be seen. Almost never should have called in patients to fill the spot if they were so behind. Waste of patient time and inconsiderate with no apologies read more

We switched over to Montecito, on my sister's recommendation, after going to another vet in Walnut Creek for years; having been frustrated with the lack of communication at our previous vet. We are very impressed with everyone from the vet, to the assistant vet, to the young lady at the front desk. Everyone has been very kind and truly loves animals. A few things have stood out to us. One was that our cat had a bit of an accident in her carrier but they took the initiative to remove the soiled towel, tie it up on a plastic bag, and put a pee pad down. Our vet before never did that. I also was impressed by the young lady at the front desk who was extremely kind and understanding when I called with questions about a medication Kit was prescribed. (I am a nervous mother!) We decided to switch to a liquid formulation and the new prescription was ready within a few hours after calling. They are truly responsive and will call when they say they will. read more

You check in outside the door. You wait in your car which seemed frustrating at first. There are long waits for morning appointments but not for afternoon appointments. Once in the office, the staff is fantastic. Our puppy loves going there. There's no issue with other dogs not getting along since you wait outside or in your car. Now I like the idea. Great place. read more

The team is amazing here! I've never seen a veterinarian who got down on the floor to make sure my furbaby felt welcomed. Her team welcomed Khaleesi with so much kindness. Got her all excited to get a shot. Offices were clean, Staff was friendly, Dr. was knowledgeable. Thank you for being amazing with Khaleesi so glad we added ourselves to the waitlist! read more

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I used to be very skeptical about veterinarians. Over the years, Montecito animal clinic has really, truly gained my trust. I genuinely feel that they care about my dog and I, and that their recommendations are always in my dog's best interest. They aren't pushy and they don't nickel and dime me. While some vet's almost always tell you to make an appointment if you have any sort of question/concern, the staff here are very generous with their advice; they understand that it's not always easy/affordable to make an appointment. They are patient with me when I'm nervous and have so many questions, they help me understand what's going on when the information is overwhelming, and lastly they are very thorough with their examinations and making sure all my pets needs are met. This goes for the whole staff: the front desk team, technicians and the Drs/Vets themselves. I am so thankful for the entire staff at this clinic. read more

Montecito Animal Clinic - Veterinarians Near Me - Pleasant Hill, California

The staff were very caring and sweet. The vet herself, skinny with glasses, just acted like she was working on a car with my cat. He was there to be euthanized, unfortunately, which was already taxing. She said he will feel a slight sting. Once she stuck the needle in he was in tremendous pain based on his sounds. She couldn't do it properly and he was yowling in pain. She tried two other areas of his body and finally got the needle in. This was just the sedative. After that he was out and she gave him the final shot. He was put down, but it was an awful experience. We sat in the exam room for about an hour, when you just want to get the horrible time over with thats not ideal. Anyway that's how my visit went. read more

It takes a little extra time to get a first appointment. Montecito Animal Clinic is worth the wait. Everyone was great and I wouldn't take my babies to just anyone. One of my friends suggested them because she has been taking her animals there for years. I am so glad I listened to her. So don't hesitate make your pet an appointment with them so they can become your vet. They are competent, courteous, and their price are great. Thank You so much for treating my Berry and JoJo with love and kindness. read more

I think it's one of the owners, but I'm not 100% sure but she is so insensitive this place has good prices but you get what you pay for I feel like they could've helped my dog out a lot more and informed us better on what was going on with her instead of being miss informed and really not told anything after emergency visit. I hate this place. read more

Team is excellent. Been coming here for over 20 years with several family members. Always great treatment and reasonable pricing.

Dr March and her wonderful staff have been taking care of all the Barry family dogs for years. Today I had to put my beloved Scrappy to sleep due to multiple issues. He received the best care for years and especially while trying to make his life easier the last few months of his life. They could not have been more compassionate towards me and my little dog this morning. I am grateful for the knowledge and care of Dr March and her caring staff. Thank you very much! read more

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New management & unprofessional and RUDE front office... I've been with them over a decade but they are not screening front office well enough in hiring & hired some rude stand offish people... this is my 2nd issue. Previously gave me a hard time about euthanasia with my Chihuahua & displayed a "could care less" attitude... I thought they would have fired that angry condescending person but no... gave them another chance & she's still as rude as ever... unless you want your vet's staff to raise your blood pressure... AVOID AT ALL COSTS! read more

Have been going here for the past 6 years and I can never get an appointment for either dog. The office help there does not know how to priority appointments. My dog had a horrible lesion on his eye, and needed to be seen soon and their next available appointment was in six weeks. I asked about emergency appointments and was told still six weeks out. How do you run I veterinary practice like this? Dr. March is a fantastic vet but if she is never available!!!!! read more

We had to have our Beloved Cat put down and Montecito handled everything with care. Bianca was wonderful and so was Dr. March.

We have gone here for at least 15 years- 4 pets, great service every time. Very supportive staff. They spend time going over options for care. read more

Unless you are a current client, they will not see you! Not very pet friendly. They weren't even willing to put me on a wait list* read more

Last year dr. March put our dear old lab down after her cancer consumed her. Dr. March let me take my time saying goodbye even though I was sobbing loudly. Very professional. Rip Casey.. Now we have a new pup. She has been twice now to Montecito for vaccinations and just today to be spade. Once again very impressed with their friendliness and professional thoroughness. Thanks guys. read more

I rank Montecito Animal Clinic 5 stars because I always receive outstanding customer service from everyone. The Doctors and Staff have been caring for my pets for 25 years ever since I moved to the Bay Area in 1997. Dr. March and Dr. Shore have always delivered Top-Notch care to my fur babies, and they are absolutely AWESOME. In the 25 years I have allowed Montecito Animal Clinic to care for my pets, I have never, not once had a bad experience. All of the Doctors and Staff, past and present, show nothing but concern, care, professionalism, and have always been there for me and my doggies. I will never go anywhere else or allow any other Veterinarian to care for my pets except Montecito Animal Clinic. When you have experienced the best and number one care, no one else compares. Thank you all for your exemplary service. I am forever indebted to you all! read more

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Dr. March is great--although the dogs hate going to the vet they are always ok with her. They have a drop in vaccination clinic every Friday morning for clients only which is convenient and reasonably priced. read more

This was my very first time using them because I want to get my cat established with a local vet. After reading the reviews, I decided to give they a try. From the lady that answered the phone when I booked my appointment, to the vet techs and vets on staff, I was impressed. It was refreshing to have an animal hospital that is organized, welcoming, knowledgeable, and honest. I'm very happy I took a chance here, they now have a long term client :). Thank you all for everything, Wolverine was happy to meet new friends! read more

Avoid, run away, if you care about your pet health! Very unprofessional vets, I even wonder why they call themselves veterinaries. They do not bother to really check your pet health or look into and diagnose problems. They are not about your pet health just want money for appointments, prescriptions and shots. I visited them with my dog having an ear infection, visit them a number of times with the same problem - ear infection. Some of them did not even bother to look into the dog ear! There "diagnosis" was : it is allergy, and the solution was just buy from them an anti-allergy medicine. Appointments went like that: - no exam of the ear with naked eye or fingers, or anything, - no ear exam with otoscop, - no ear swab examination, - nothing, no attempt to figure out what it is actually going on in the ear. I wondered, could it be grass seed, or maybe ear mice, or bacteria, or fungus, or something else? Somehow magically they knew that it was an allergy and therefore the dog needs the medicine I should buy from them. Just like that! Does this kind of service looks like medical professional service to you? The medicine they prescribe is very powerful, a last resort for incurable allergies. It works on very base of ALL immune system - T-cells and therefore might have very very serious side effects for an animal. It should be prescribed for only sever cases. BTW, Interesting enough when asked about side effects of the medication they prescribed they seemed have a slightest idea nor did they ever heard about T-cells this medication woks on! You would expect from a doctor to know at least basics about animal immune system, would you? Obviously not everybody has to know how immune system works but veterinaries that are in complete dark on the matter seems al least not effective if not dangerous to animals health. read more

IT'S IMPORTANT TO READ THIS REVIEW. DO NOT GO HERE. I just got back from a visit with Dr. Karen Shore. I went in because my dog has a tight corkscrew tail that grew inward. This type of tail is common in Frenchies and is prone to infection which makes the area smell. Dr. Shore's cure to this was to just buy her prescription dog food after aggressively cleaning out my dog's tight tail and making him bleed to which she said "oops I made you bleed puppy". She did not examine the tail at all but instead fully explained how my dog had to be on this special dog food only she sold for 12 weeks. In the meantime my dog's tail is bleeding, in pain and possibly infected. I was not given any medicine or solution for his tail pain. It hurt me to trust someone so careless with my dog. She also did an anal gland on the spot without asking me or letting me know it was an extra charge. This visit was rushed and careless. My dog is crying in pain right now. read more

Montecito Animal Clinic - Bleeding tail after Dr. Shore forced her finger to clean the tight delicate space in between the tail. - Veterinarians Near Me - Pleasant Hill, California

Big props to Dr March & Dr Shore for all of their help looking after my 2 cats over the past few years. Recently pj and the rest of the amazing staff helped import my cats to Hawaii which was a six-month process involving ridiculous amounts of paperwork and everything worked smoothly. Upon arrival to Hawaii, the cats were briefly inspected and released within minutes! I couldn't be happier with the team at Montecito, so happy I found them. Thank you guys for being awesome! read more

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Dr. March is, hands down, the absolute best Vet I have ever experienced. She was my two oldest cats vets, and currently my two year old cat's and one year old American Bully's. She genuinely loves animals, is compassionate and advises the best options for your budget. I have never felt "ripped off" by her and she has gone above and beyond what I've experienced with other numerous vets in the area. I will not take my fur babies anywhere else and pray Dr. March sticks around for a while! read more

Montecito Animal Clinic - Veterinarians Near Me - Pleasant Hill, California

I am both a dog and a cat person and my family has had some great ones. And many have lived very full and long lives. Each appeals to a different part of me and being my dog's person or a member of my cat's staff is really fun and fulfilling. On the cat side, Kelly and Pumpkin lived to past 18 and one of my current ones (Socks) is hanging in there at 17+. My Mom and Dad had 2 great dogs (Nick and Lady) who made also made it into their teens. Yet there eventually comes the time when you have to say goodbye to your beloved animal companion. And so it was a few years ago with Whisper who I very reluctantly had "put to sleep" here at the Montecito Animal Clinic at age 18+. She had lived a good life, but was now old, in considerable pain, and unfortunately except for me, alone. This was the dog who remembered the several block route from her house to my front door when I started dating my son's mother. Whisper was also there to welcome my newborn son back from the hospital and was the one who would entertain the kids at the park by climbing up the structure and going down the slide. The folks at the Montecito Animal Clinic were very kind, empathetic, and respectful when it was time to bring Whisper in for her last appointment. And they let me take all the time we needed. I held her paw and cried and cried as she peacefully drifted away... What a great dog.....and we couldn't have been in better hands. read more

My wiener dog is constantly breaking. If its not smelly arm pits its a bladder infection. If its not a bladder infection its a broken tooth. Shes going to be 4 years old soon. 4 years of pure joy....most of the time. Thankfully I've had Montecito there to help me through all the unjoyful times. Like when she ate the stitches out of her tummy and had a gapping hole. I had to rush her down to get all stitched up again. I couldn't thank every tech and every doctor who has ever helped me here more. Our relationship will probably be many, many years to come. Thank you Montecito Animal Clinic for everything. read more

Great Doctors and assistants. Show compassion and knowledge for my pets. I recommend this vet the best around town.

I just called here and tell them about an potentially serious issue my cat just started having, and they tell me that for new customers they are booking 4 weeks out. What the? The lady I talked to didn't even seem to care at all about the issue my cat is having and had no problem at all letting me off the phone when I told her he needs to be seen sooner then that. So the actual vet may be good, but I wouldn't know because I have an animal in need of a vet visit and this place wasn't willing to take on a pet in need of a quick treatment. Not very pleased with the staff, didn't care, no suggestions, nothing. I would say, don't call there 20 minutes before they close, it sounded like she just wanted to close up the office. Maybe they would be more helpful earlier in the day. read more

After reading the reviews here and at Bay Area Consumer Checkbook, we brought our cat, Boris, here for a spleen removal. We drove over from San Francisco with an unhappy cat howling in the back seat, but the 1 hour drive saved us $3,000. They have some of the best prices in the bay area, yet provide excellent care. Dr. March and staff were great, did an excellent job, and Boris is recovering quickly after the operation. read more

After our first visit to Montecito, I never felt nervous about taking my pets back for visits. Both my dog and my cat have received care here and I leave knowing they are in good hands. The staff is very knowledgeable, passionate for animals, and never tries to sell you medicines or services you don't need. Their prices for procedures are extremely fair. Highly recommend this place. read more

These people are unbelievable. First they can't find me in their system, even though I had been a client in the past 3 years. So they want to charge me a "new patient" surcharge. Bogus! Then when I asked for a ballpark cost for neutering a male cat the receptionist refused to even give me a range or any idea at all at what the cost would be. That is ridiculous. This is a common service and they can't give someone an idea of what it *might*cost!? Talk about lack of transparency and terrible customer service. read more

Have been bringing my dogs here for routine care ever since my brother shared this recommendation with me. I've been impressed both with who they are and how run the office. The doctors are wonderful and treated my last dog with great comfort and dignity when the accumulated sores and pain of DM made it her time to go. They were the first vet I brought my newest pup to and we've remain impressed and appreciative. read more

Outstanding care by a truly loving and knowledgeable team that always makes you feel welcome and a part of their happy human-fur babies family. Thank you! read more

All the techs and vets on staff here are kind, gentle, and knowledgeable. I have had 2 different vets here and both were patient and kind with my reactive dog. read more

I've taken my cat here ever since she was a kitten for vaccinations and normal check-ups and Dr. Pieper and her team have always exceeded my expectations. Although my cat doesn't actually like the process of going to the vet, Dr. Pieper has such a natural way with cats that my cat loves her! The prices are very reasonable as well. This place is very busy for good reason so making an appointment in advance is a must. read more

Dr. Shore to the rescue this time. My 15 year old cat Scooter was having bloody stools, not eating, hiding in the bathtub. Dr. Shore got blood samples, couldn't feel anything unusual in his stomach, gave us medication for the stools and an appetite stimulant. Within 3 days he was back to his happy self. The blood test did indicate some kidney problems which a k/d diet should take care of. Also she made another appointment for us to have an x-ray just to make doubly sure nothing serious was going on. Nothing is. I know Scooter is elderly but I also know the people at Montecito will take the best care always. read more

I brought Missy for a dental and she had many teeth pulled. Here she is the next day with her free dental treat mat with peanut butter. She is a happy camper and so am I with this animal care facility. read more

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