Reviews

We needed to take our Goldendoodle, Happy, to the Emergency Center last evening. They are absolutely wonderful. Our Happy means the world to us and their action showed they felt the same way. Thank you!!

Professional, caring, and prompt experience at the Animal Emergency Center. Wonderful services provided. Easy access off of the interstate. Highly recommend!

I woke up one snowy morning at 8am and let my 18-month-old mini Labradoodle Wilbur out to potty. When he came back inside, he was dragging his rear end, so I wiped him with toilet paper—to my horror, there was a lot of bright red blood, and he whimpered in pain! I woke my son, and as we wiped him again, more blood poured out. I've never loved a dog as much as Wilbur, so I started crying—I was terrified he might be dying.

We jumped in the car and drove through the snow to the Animal Emergency Center. We arrived around 9:10am, checked in at the front desk, but with a full waiting room of big barking dogs, we chose to wait in the car since Wilbur was shaking and scared. The front desk said they'd call when it was our turn. I noticed a cute cat curled up sleeping on a desk through all the chaos—it was a nice little distraction.

We sat in the car for over 3 hours. I didn't get upset because the sign inside clearly says emergencies are triaged by severity, and worst cases go first. I went inside a few times to use the restroom (they allowed it), and eventually asked how much longer—they said we were next. A vet tech came out soon after and brought us in.

They took Wilbur to the back, and a few minutes later explained he had a ruptured anal gland abscess. The vet cleaned and drained it thoroughly—no surgery needed—and we got our Wilbur back. Yes, it's expensive ($200 just for the exam, total around $500 with everything added), but it's worth it for an emergency like this when your baby is sick and bleeding.

We went home with painkillers (gabapentin), antibiotics (Simplicef), and prednisone. Wilbur bounced back fast—he's resting comfortably and feeling much better already. The vet even texted me today to check on him, which was really thoughtful.

Highly recommend if your pet has a true emergency—thank you to the team!

My cat was promptly evaluated and appropriately treated (well, it seemed appropriate, I’m not a vet lol). All treatments were run by me, including an off-label use of an antibiotic, which is of course perfectly reasonable (that only means it’s not “indicated” for the specific infection, but is still deemed safe and effective, just not listed on the treatment guidelines). I feel confident in having my pets cared for here, should the need arise again!

We have had to take several animals when needed. Staff are always kind, courteous and up front. We appreciate them so much!

My dog was very sick and throwing up blood and bile, they saw her very promptly and and kept me updated on everything they were doing to her and made sure I was ok with it, I felt very confident in her treatment, everyone was very kind and gentle with her and me, I would definitely take her there again if I need too. Prices were reasonable also.

On New Years eve 2025 my 9 year old Newfoundland dog started showing signs of abdominal distress. He wouldn't eat, crying, trying to get sick and couldn't his stomach was swelling rapidly. My heart sank the deadly bloat. I rushed him to Watsontown emergency vet clinic and within 5 minutes of arriving they had him in the back doing x-rays and blood work. Dr Hoffman confirmed it was bloat and he needed emergency surgery. They explained everything in detail about the surgery and gave detailed pricing. The surgery was a success they saved his life. The entire staff was kind and compassionate they sent me updates and pictures of him the entire time he was there, he was never alone. I would highly recommend them to everyone , truly a top of the line clinic and exceptional care.

We are so thankful for the wonderful, professional staff at this vet emergency hospital.