Only four stars becuase I've only been once with our bullmastiff, so I can't speak to long term service. HOWEVER if what we've been given for service and support so far is the norm, then I'd give them 5 stars and then some. Egor had Dr. Allison Cox tending to him (for progessive swelling in his hind leg - unsure of what the cause was). She was very attentive, and caring and she understood my need for explinations and possible outcomes so we can prepare for whatever may come. She took what would probably be consisdered an Inordinate amount of time to explain things, and answer my questions, but never made me feel rushed. She was very gentle with Egor, and took note of things outside of the main concern as well - which I greatly appreciated on the basis of not needing to come back for another appoitment for things that could be deal with then and there.
I was warned by the person who referred me to this clinc to watch for needless tests, as was her experience with the owner there, and one of the other senior dr.'s. She wasn't unshappy with the service at all (hence the reference), but said to go with open eyes, and ask why they want to do things. So true to form, I let Dr. Cox know right off the hop that we are on a budget, and that I would only agree to tests and treatments that are immediatley beneficial. I know it can be hard to admit that money may be tight, and I certainly have "pet owners guilt' over this, as he got sick at a bad time for us (break up season), but she was completely understanding, and didn't make me feel bad at all. She worked with me, and within my budget to create a treatment for Egor with follow up phone support.
They give you full notes with your invoice as to what was discussed during the appoitment, and do a 24hr phone follow up. They called this morning, as promised, to check up on Egor. We are still concerned and dealing with this issue, and the vet tech told me she would pass along the information to the dr. and call again in two days. This is a much appreciated support, as we are 45 mintues out of Sherwood Park with no good vets out here, so having them there in that role helps to alievate some of the stress and uncertainty. They have made me feel truly at ease with calling in for any concerns what so ever.
All in all, it's been a great experience, and I hope this level of service continues. Be ware of price gauging, and ask lots of questions as to why they want to do something, and the benefit of doing it. They do take "no" quite well though, without making you feel badly. Watch your invoice -I was billed for a test that they didn't do, but when I called to let them know they credited to my account and said when I was in next they will do a full refund - no hassle at all! I would recomend anyone to them at this point. read more