I would give zero stars if possible. Upon arrival, the veterinarian reviewed only a single document from the emergency clinic, as I had accidentally left the rest of my cat's medical records at home. Based on that limited information, the vet immediately stated that due to my cat's temperament, they would not attempt an evaluation.
At the time, my cat had been constipated for three days, had lost his appetite, and vomited during the first 24 hours of the incident. This was already the fourth clinic I had visited, each refusing to provide the necessary care. When I asked about possible solutions, the vet insisted that sedation would be required for an x-ray, but that would mean returning the next day--despite the urgent nature of the situation.
The clinic's policy also required proof of rabies vaccination. Although my cat's records clearly indicated he was vaccinated, the vet stated they would administer another vaccine immediately if paperwork was not physically presented. While I understand the importance of safety protocols, the idea of forcing a vaccine without considering documented history felt unreasonable.
During the exam, my cat remained calm--he did not scratch or bite. Nevertheless, the vet continued to express discomfort with performing an x-ray. By contrast, our regular veterinarian later handled my cat without issue and successfully obtained a single-view x-ray, which confirmed constipation. This was consistent with his prior medical history, where one image had been sufficient.
The refusal to attempt care, despite clear evidence of need and a cooperative patient, was extremely frustrating. In an emergency situation, compassion and effort are critical. Unfortunately, this clinic demonstrated neither, leaving me to feel that their priorities were misplaced and not aligned with the dedication expected in veterinary medicine. read more