Above and beyond! I took my dog there because my regular vet was closed. My guy was lethargic and…read morenot himself. Turns out he was running a fever and of course it was Friday. Dr Barlow gave him IV antibiotics and suggested I leave him hospitalized. On Saturday he was doing a bit better and Dr Barlow suggested he stay the weekend to continue treatment. But not in a cage at the office, but she TOOK HIM HOME so he would be more comfortable in a home environment and with her three dogs. Wow! That's dedication and compassion. I'm so glad they were open and available for my fur baby when I needed help.

I really did not want to leave this review; but if it can save others the awful experience I have…read morehad, I will. I brought my dog in for abnormally fast breathing. Dr Barlow stated it was from his teeth and didn't run test. I took that as great news. She sent me home with antibiotics and got him set up for a teeth cleaning. The antibiotics ran out before the teeth cleaning so I called in some more because I didn't want any infection to spread (if there was one) but.. why wouldn't she have done that? I was getting close to the scheduled teething cleaning, and I was still worried because my dog's breathing was STILL SO fast. I didn't want him to die from anesthesia, so I called and they told me to bring him in. I bring him in for pre surgical test (his levels are normal) and an xray where she said he my have bronchitis or the human equivalent of asthma, tested him for heart worms (negative). They l gave him a histamine based med before his teeth cleaning on Wednesday because that should help with the breathing. I take him and my other dog in (she was getting spayed, we will get more into that later) and I drop them off. She calls me and is NOW worried about his breathing, (what I originally came in for.) she asks me to send his X-rays to a specialist.. so of course I do. She comes back saying my dog has fibrosis in both lungs. At that point I black out and she says something about his trachea. I am physically, emotionally, and mentally drained at this point. In tears for days. My mom tells me to go get a second opinion, so I did. THEY SAW NONE OF THIS. So I am not only down $500 or so (they did refund me my visit fees) but back at square ONE of his issues. Nightmare, but at least my dog doesn't have a death sentence. Now to my sweet girl who went to get spayed. Everything seems to have gone well. She just let me know there may be some bumps at the ends of the incision and that would be normals. My dog wore a recovery suit constantly (except for washing and she had her cone on). She is still young and active so she did run around a bit. She seemed to be healing, but slowly and the two bumps at the end of the incision would not go away. I sent pics because I started to get worried. The incision itself looked fine (other than the bumps she said would be normal). I asked to have a post op follow up because it was directly from the spay.. the receptionist on the phone stated the vet said since it was three weeks out it wasn't related. Ya. Okay. All confidence is lost at this point. Decided I didn't not want to deal with them anymore; lack of accountability is wild. I go to the new vet I took my other dog to, and yes, it was infected internally. We got on some high dose antibiotics and she is fine. I am now going BACK to my new vet because the dissolving stitches are NOT resolving and the incision scar is lumpy. I will update from that appointment, but PLEASE save yourself the heartache, stress and money and go to another vet. They may be "affordable but it is not worth what seems to be cost savings. (I am now paying much more to get proper diagnosis and healing for my dogs.) The office manager was great, one of the receptionist was kind. The other seemed to hate her job, people, and pets. For Dr Barlow. Take responsibility for your work, admit when you cannot help. And listen to your patients rather than dismissing their VALID concerns. Veterinary medical center of Athens is not far, go there and save pet as well as your heart and wallet the pain.

When you lose a pet and you leave the clinic still thinking of how very grateful you are for them…read moreand how they cared for your pet says A LOT. I am so grateful to your kindness, especially during this difficult visit. The tech CJ was amazing with my sweet boy on his last day with us.

Bring a lunch because you'll be waiting a looooong time. I tried using the online chat with Emily,…read morebut the response time was terrible. I got an email confirming a 4 PM appointment, and Emily, the same person from the phone and chat, told me to bring Manny a GSD in. At 4 PM, they took us to a room where we spoke to a tech, who said someone would be with us shortly. She came back to look at him and asked if we wanted an X-ray for $175 (still no vet yet) or a physical from the doctor. We chose the physical, and she said the doctor would be in soon. By 5:21, she returned to apologize, saying there's only one doctor for 10 rooms. Can you say greed? We turned around and left. The waiting room still had 10 people trying to get into one of those rooms. I don't care how many doctors or rooms you have; that's your problem. If they told me to be there at 1 AM, I'd be on time. I'd heard good things in the past, which is why I chose this place, but now that they're in the big new building, their service is going downhill. Word will get around, just like in other reviews I've seen. Terrible service!

My doggie LOVES it there. He has no "friends" at home and attendants said he played with his…read morebuddies in the open yard until pooped out! He's happy when I leave him--no anxiety and runs to the door for the play area. They are the best! used any times and never smelled like other kennels--always clean.

My dog loves going here for daycare or boarding. The facility is top notch and the staff takes…read moregreat care of my dog. He always runs to the door when I drop him off, and falls asleep early that evening. They wear him out which is much needed since he's an energetic puppy!

This is an amazing place to take your dog, as my dog is my kid and I don't trust just anyone to…read moretake care of my dog. 5 star's all the way.

The staff is amazing! My dog is excited to see them and runs to greet them. That isn't his…read morenormal behavior so, that alone speaks volumes to me! I trust them and know that my big goofy Great Dane is in the best place possible when I need to go out of town. The gift of giving a pet owner peace of mind means everything. Thank you staff of Circle Star!

I adopted a cat, and the experience was very good. The cattery was very clean, the cats were…read morepretty happy, did not seemed stress, the people were helpful and were aware of each cat's personality and their strengths and what kind of person/home would be best for each cat. They provide a bag of cat treats and food to transition their diet with and the process was organized and easy. I left feeing very good about everything here and with a beautiful cat that needed a home.

I am not sure about and can't speak about anyone's reviews and experiences other than my own, but I…read morehad nothing less than a 5-star experience with these folks. I first saw a puppy they had for adoption listed on their website and fell in love. I called them and they told me to complete an application which I did. They did their vetting (no pun intended) and I drove me and my 2 pups to Tyler for a meet and greet with our potential adoptee. Once I arrived, I found a volunteer qho got me to another volunteer who brought our potential adoptee out to meet us. Me and my pups fell in love and we all agreed she was welcome into our family! Thanks Terry and team for a wonderful experience!

Told them I needed my senior dogs nails clipped asap and he was not in condition to load into…read moretruck. They said they would come the following day. I waited , I reached out multiple times they waited til after dark after I had waited all day on them to tell me I never confirmed a time. Asap means first available apt with means they should have confirmed time with me. They totally left me hanging then insisted it wasn't their fault.

From the owner: At Passion for Pets, we believe every animal deserves individualized care, comfort, and love — not…read moreto be treated like just another number. What makes us unique is our personalized, small-scale approach that prioritizes quality over quantity. Unlike large facilities, we intentionally take on fewer clients to ensure each pet gets one-on-one attention, familiar faces, and a calm, stress-free environment. We’re more than a boarding and daycare service — we’re an extension of your family’s care routine. Our services include private boarding, daycare, night-care, grooming, house sitting, and pet taxi, all designed to fit your schedule and your pet’s unique personality. Whether you work long hours, travel often, or just need a sitter for an evening out, we make pet care simple, safe, and flexible. With years of hands-on experience in professional pet care and rescue, we understand animal behavior, nutrition, and the emotional needs that come with every wag, purr, or paw print. We take pride in maintaining clean, cozy spaces and providing enrichment that keeps pets happy and relaxed. Clients choose Passion for Pets because we treat every guest as our own — with respect, patience, and genuine affection. From giant to small, we truly care for them all.

I have been using Shaggy Dog Spa since 2014. She groomed my poodle until he passed away and she is…read morestill grooming my Maltipoo. She has always done a fantastic job. She actually loves the dogs so it's more than just a business to Diane and Larry. Great people and I love you guys.

I needed a dog groomer because the temperatures had dropped below freezing and I could not bathe my…read moredog outside and it was Christmas. I should've known not to leave him when I walked up to the place. She would not even allow people inside. We were very explicit that we did not want our dog cut we wanted him shampooed and his nails clipped. He has a unique mane and coloring that we love. When we picked him up they had completely shaved my dog down. I do not recommend them at all. They do not listen to you and they do not communicate with one another. Furthermore when I let her know she really did not care.