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February 2024 by Chelsea H.
It's taken me about four months to decide to leave a review after this veterinary office almost had me euthanize my senior cat before it was necessary. In April of 2023, routine bloodwork brought back what this vet described as markers for chronic kidney disease in our 14 yr old senior cat. They recommended a course of treatment and dietary changes. Over the six months that followed, and numerous additional visits, it became clear that the cat's condition was worsening and the suggested course of therapy was not working. She was lethargic, sickly, at times incontinent, and underweight. The suggestion of euthanasia came thousands of dollars later, in September 2023. Something in me decided that I needed a second opinion, so we returned to our old vet in North Austin, Dr Farmer. He was immediately able to tell via bloodwork that the cat had a UTI, perhaps all along, that had been untreated due to the incorrect diagnosis of CKD. Not only did he say that her bloodwork otherwise looked like that of a young cat's, but that euthanasia was completely off the table and should have never been recommended. Additionally, he said that the IV fluids that the old vet had been recommending routinely had been overloading the bladder and kidneys, worsening the UTI and potentially causing the horrible symptoms. A one week course of antibiotics and appetite stimulant, and a diet change back to non-CKD food, and she was back to herself in about a month. She gained back 20% of her weight, and four months later is back to playing + energy level she had as a young cat. She'll be 15 in a month. Every visit we had at this vet was pretty timely and felt pretty thorough, the folks were nice enough, but I can never recommend them and will never be back after they almost let my cat die due to poor diagnosis and treatment. The decision to get a second opinion saved my cat's life. Thank goodness we had the time, resources, and the funds to figure it out. I would never wish the experience this place put us through on anyone.
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November 2023 by Nick S.
Im kind of kicking myself for selecting this place off the google reviews, they're a lot higher than they are on here. On google it looks like this place is one of the best vet care centers in Austin. Maybe for some that's true. For me it wasn't. I brought our little puppy in for her first exam and noticed everyone spoke really fast. I mean really fast, was hard to get a word in. Everyone was very pushy with vaccines, explaining that pretty much everything outside is dangerous for dogs, possum urine, parasites, the fear mongering was off the charts. I asked the vet about new evidence that has come out over the past few years saying to wait to spay and neuter dogs until 1-2 years old so that their joints can finish developing. Vets don't like this because it delays the surgery and doesn't pay them out as fast. That's the truth. The real truth is that neutering isn't necessary and all those organ problems they tell you will happen later is just exaggerated fear. Most people will not take to this review, but if you view your dog more than jut an animal that serves you in your household, and actually declare them a family member on the same level as you, this type of care isn't going to cut it. Just like human medications, big pharma owns the vet industry as well and pushes all sorts of unnecessary vaccines, surgeries, and pills for your dog to take, which they don't need. Does a wolf in the woods need a vaccine? How about a heart worm pill? News flash, we all have parasites. ALL. they're not that bad obviously since we are still functioning on this earth. I'm giving 3 stars out of compassion, but I don't feel the visit was worth that. Doctors need to be able to critically think about the things they are recommending, go beyond the text book. Ask yourself, does this really makes sense? Would you remove the reproductive organs from your children? Why are we editing animals in whatever way we please just to serve us? Why do we treat them like humans when they are a completely different make-up? Start asking these questions and you will see what is wrong with the medical industry. As someone who had a last visit to a doctor and dentist in 2012, my teeth are perfect, my health is perfect, and I have saved 10s of thousands on unnecessary medical bills. A little research goes a long way. Services are offensively expensive and do not back the cost. If you want the truth, here it is. See ya MVVC
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September 2023 by Tye J.
I called to make an 1st ever appointment for my new Dachshund puppy. The receptionist was unfriendly, argumentative and then insisted on a $100 deposit before I could make an appointment.
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July 2023 by Awesome S.
This place is crazily over priced. $90 just for the vet to look at a cat. $300 for yearly check up for a car.
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June 2023 by Ashley Y.
Very expensive. I was actually shocked at the prices because I originally came to this vet from a referral due to their low prices. A vet fee normally ranges from $70-75 but theirs was $84 (wellness). And vaccines aside from the rabies, range from $15-25 and theirs were $40-45. The staff seemed friendly but once I did show my concerns for the cost, they all shut down and kept switching off staff members to come in and discuss price or services. So for me at least, I will not be returning as the service wasn't exceptional and I can find great care for a more affordable cost elsewhere.
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June 2022 by Ty Mellon
Great care! They try to be as accommodating as possible with scheduling. It’s a little pricey, but the care is great, so I guess that’s the trade off
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June 2022 by Gina Renteria
My cat Colonel is coming back to life because of these wonderful Veterinarian.
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February 2022 by Melissa Reaves
I had to help my sweet Pekingese Romeo cross rainbow bridge yesterday and it was extremely painful! Adam the tech and Dr Lubitz were so caring so kind and so very very compassionate. It was so hard but they made his transition peaceful and allowed me and my dad to stay with my Romeo the entire time which meant so much to me. The office is so nice and very clean and staff is very friendly.
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January 2022 by Richard Webber
Great staff and great care!
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December 2021 by Heather T.
Very expensive!!! The exam alone is $71!!! An ear swab...another $54!! After meds, it would be close to a $200 appointment for an ear infection! Force you to wear masks still. It's so crazy to me that people are literally losing their jobs over a vaccine that obviously doesn't even work. Never going back.
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November 2021 by Monica Alleman
They are services are affordable and the staff treat our fur babies like rock stars.
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November 2021 by Margaret Palanca
MVVC has been taking care of my dogs for several years now and I recently had to put my dog down due to kidney failure. Dr. Weiss did such a good job in making it comfortable for both my boy and for me. It was a hard task to do and they supported me along the way and made his last hour the best that it could possibly be. I could not be happier with how the process went and glad that my boy did not suffer. I even received a sympathy card from the doctor and staff and it meant a lot to me. I am grateful for the staff and how they really love our pets just as much as we do! Keep up the great work :)
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November 2021 by Clay N.
I've been looking for a good vet. I have a Chocolate Lab and a cranky old cat. The Lab was having allergy issues (eating his own fur off) and is leash reactive. He would freak out if I brought him into a waiting room full of other animals while on a leash. MVVC had a whole side door protocol for just such situations. We went right into an exam room. They took a look, gave him some meds, and now my dog is a happy camper. I'll be sure to go back there for fur baby needs.
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November 2021 by Valeria S.
Just a warning to those who need urgent care for your dog, I would look elsewhere. Looking back on my experience there from 2017, my dog had a sharp object in the back of his throat and needed immediate attention. I drove to my nearest animal hospital around 2pm. I went to the front desk staff with my dog in my arms obvious that he was in pain/chocking. I was explained my urgent situation in hope for them to take him in. They denied me, at the time I was taken aback and proceeded to cry and explain again. Instead, they told me to take him elsewhere. Which I obviously did and they were able to help me. During covid I can understand the rules and under staffing of facilities. However this was in 2017. I fail to comprehend how they couldn't squeeze in this dog who needed urgent care. I may add this is the only vet that has turned me away. Ex; my other dog had a tummy problem so I went to another facility and they were able to squeeze him around 6pm(closing hours).
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September 2021 by Donna Mandarino Hallinan
Buddy’s first doctors visit in Austin and he loved the doc and the assistants! They were so calm and caring! He used to shake really bad at the drs office but not here! First visit was the best so definitely recommend
