​Finding a vet you can actually trust is stressful, but the moment you walk into Mount Dora Vet…read moreHospital, that anxiety disappears. The facility is clean, calm, and organized--which is a miracle considering how busy they stay. They've managed to maintain that "small-town" friendly feel while providing top-tier medical care. Dr. Tony is the G.O.A.T. - ​I cannot say enough good things about Dr. Tony. I have five dogs, and he is quite literally the only person I trust with their lives. Whether it's a routine check-up, a scary emergency, or a complex health issue, Dr. Tony approaches every case with a mix of brilliant expertise and genuine compassion. ​He doesn't just treat the animals; he takes the time to explain everything to the humans, too. He never rushes us out the door, and you can tell he truly loves what he does. Having five very different personalities in my dog pack, I appreciate how he tailors his approach to each one of them.

Run away and go somewhere else!!!!!! They tragically suck and will bleed you dry from their prices…read more They also double bill and nickel and dime you to death! I just moved to Mount Dora from Winter Springs and newly adopted 2 cats. This is the most god awful experience I and others there suffered! Literally my 2 cats and I have PTSD! GO SOMEWHERE ELSE PLEASE! They are also so unsanitary. They do not clean exam/exit rooms or tables after each pet. Just think of the contagious variants that your pet can catch. My cat wound up having coronavirus that can turn deadly, and they acted like, oh well. They sliced her open for no reason, or I should say for $4,000, and my cat still is not healed. If you want to deal with rude staffers that blatantly talk about you, deal with used car salesmen and open your pet up to unsanitary conditions, then go, but otherwise RUN!

A few weeks back I made a statement about Shamrock Animal Hospital in regards to the care of my dog…read moreAngel. I was very concerned about my dogs safety due to my thoughts and opinions but after much research I realized that my statements are just my opinion and not a fact. I stated that Shamrock placed my dog Angels life in danger and that statement is not a fact it was only my opinion. I also stated that Shamrock's proposed vaccination protocol is known to cause serious complications with anesthesia or surgical recovery and that also is not a fact but just my opinion. I have absolutely no scientific evidence to support the statement that I made. I also stated that a dog should never receive a vaccine on the day of surgery and that also is just my opinion and I do not have any scientific evidence or proof for this statement. I also stated Shamrock made no attempt to address or resolve my concerns when I was actually offered an appointment to meet with the doctor to discuss my concerns but by that time I was too upset to meet with them and decided to discharge my dog from their care. I also want to acknowledge and thank Dr. Fox for discovering that Angel has something wrong with her heart. Angel was recently referred to a cardiologist and we have discovered she has a heart issue that we will be monitoring closely and if it weren't for Dr. Fox we may not have known about the heart problem that Angel is experiencing. I apologize to Shamrock Animal Hospital and I once again am very grateful for Dr. Fox.

Took my kitty here for declaw and spay. The staff were above and beyond nice and caring. You can…read moretell everyone working there really loves animals. If you're looking for a new vet I highly recommend Shamrock Animal Hospital!

I have used this vet for many years. Me and my husband have three dogs and take them to this vet…read more Dr. Burba is very experienced with small pets, such as our dogs, and also large animals, such as horses, cows, and more. He is well known in the area of Altoona, Florida. Dr. Burba is extremely knowledgeable, caring, respectful, friendly, and so much more that I could never how I feel into words.. If you are looking for a veterinarian, who will love and care for your animals, the same way that you care for your animals, this is definitely the Veterinarian for you. Our babies lives have been in their hands for over 15years. I highly recommend backwards trail Veterinarian Clinic, and I would never go anywhere else.

Today we took our new forever dog to Dr. Burba. Summer is 6 years old and recently retired from…read morebreeding. Dr. Burba and his assistant checked her over thoroughly including a heartworm test. He also gave her her required shots. Once he finished with Summer he spent a good 15 minutes with us answering questions and telling us about his practice. When we went to pay the receptionist we were pleasantly surprised at the cost. It was very reasonable. Thank you, Dr. Burba and staff. It's very reassuring to know that we have such nice, professional people if we need them. Tom C

I have been going to Lake Vet Clinic for many years, and I am genuinely disappointed with how…read morethings have changed since they became more corporate. I normally do not write negative reviews, but my experiences have been consistently frustrating, and today was the last straw. Back in November, I brought my dog in for his phenobarbital bloodwork, and I was told multiple different instructions; first that it had to be done at a certain time, then that I had to bring him back hours later. As a healthcare provider with a demanding schedule, this created unnecessary disruption, but I still tried to be understanding. Today, I arrived for another scheduled appointment, only to be told after sitting there from 8:06 to 8:45 that he did not actually need his phenobarbital levels checked until next month. If that was the case, why did the front desk schedule the appointment in the first place? My time, energy, and travel should not be wasted due to internal miscommunication. To make matters worse, I was also told today that my dog had not had his annual labs since 2023. That shocked me because I have been coming here consistently, and no one has ever mentioned this before. Hearing that in 2026 makes me question how closely they have actually been monitoring his care. If they are at "full capacity" or overwhelmed, then clients deserve transparency and not to discover years later that something so basic was overlooked. What pushed this experience into unacceptable territory was the manager's response. Instead of approaching the situation as professional an educational opportunity or even showing concern, his posture and body language made it clear he did not care. No ownership. He simply said that if we're "not lining up," maybe I should find another vet. I have never encountered an office manager so dismissive of legitimate questions and concerns. If this is how issues are addressed, I can only imagine how many other clients are dealing with the same inconsistencies. Veterinary care should be grounded in communication, accuracy, and genuine compassion for both the animals and their owners. The lack of consistency here makes you question the level of attention being paid to diagnoses and treatment. It is unacceptable and deeply disappointing for a clinic I trusted for so many years.

just now New So…read morethankful to finally find an office with staff that actually cares about my Rocco, and treats him like he is their own. The team that came in and took over are making some big changes and have turned this office around for the better! I have never seen it so clean and so organized! They are providing high level care without breaking the bank!