Cat Care Clinic

Reviews 4

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Joel Headley

"The negative reviews previously posted are not based in the reality of this outstanding veterinary practice. Dr. Hodges and his exceptional expert staff of feline specialists are the best feline specialty practice in our area. I speak from personal experience as I have been a regular client of the Clinic for 25+ years. Over the decades Dr. Hodges and his staff have helped all my cats - my own as well as the many I have rescued (I had feral feeding station in Bellevue for 7 years). Dr .Hodges and his expert staff examined, tested, diagnosed, spayed/neutered, treated and boarded all of these kittens and cats (less than six were terminally ill and could not be saved). Several had to be boarded for several months until they were well enough to be adopted into loving forever homes. The clinic helped me screen the potential adopters/families; all adopters had to provide at least $100 for each kitten or adult cat (if a family could not afford the adoption fee, they certainly would not be in a position to provide her/him with the necessary veterinary care over his/her lifetime). At no time has anyone at the clinic ever turned anyone away whose cat or kitten truly needed real emergency or critical care - that is not the philosophy of the clinic or their mindset. On more than one occasion they have stayed past normal hours caring for one of my cats. Many years ago I encountered an injured crow who could not fly. I was able to secure the injured bird in a soft towel and rushed him to the clinic, knowing that I could count on them to tell me if he could be saved. Although birds are not their customary patient, they examined the crow, and provided him supportive care/pain meds. Unfortunately the crow had been hit by a car; he was in severe shock (probably with internal injuries). He could not be saved; they compassionately provided him a pain free death. Over the years I have had several of my beloved cats diagnosed with various forms of cancer - I knew they would receive the best expert treatment, whether chemotherapy, radiation or surgery. I also knew that I would be provided with candid assessments of their treatment options and prognoses. This was always done professionally, with the greatest kindness, gentleness and compassion. When the time came when euthanasia was indicated for one of my beloved cats, it was handled with the utmost gentleness, TLC, their full support - these were cats that the staff knew well and had grown to love, appreciate and enjoy over the years. They shared my pain and grief as we all said a final good-bye to my very special companions. Dr. Hodges, Dr. Hoover and Dr. King keep abreast of the latest feline research, diagnostics, and treatment options. They are the first in the area to provide the newest blood tests – last year it was the new blood tests for heart disease and pancreatitis. They recently informed me of new diagnostic tools that will soon be available that will contribute to even greater fine tuning of diagnosis of diseases in cats. All of my cats have received these tests and will continue to do so annually. As an indication of their acknowledged expertise, general veterinary practitioners continually refer cases to the clinic for their expert evaluation and follow up diagnostics. It is still unfortunately the case that many GP veterinarians continue to treat cats is if they were “small furry dogs”. It is also the case that in veterinary medicine less does not equal good effective care - you do "get what you pay for." VETS FOR LESS IS JUST THAT - LESS CARE, LESS KNOWLEDGE, LESS EXPERTISE, AND CERTAINLY LESS THAN IDEAL OUTCOMES.” (posted on behalf of catsformede)

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Bexley Welsh

Words cant describe how thankful I am for the Cat Care Clinic! I moved here from Colorado and Max, my cat, had another flair up of itching and red huge bumps on his chin. I called that morning and even though their schedule was booked that Saturday, they still squeezed Max in. The staff was very professional, and so kind and gentle with Max. Dr. Hodges is a one of a kind vet! Even though we were a work in, he took the time to explain what Max has in great detail. As he examined Max, he pointed out what he was observing and verbally explained his thoughts process of what all the possibilities of his diagnosis could be. He showed pictures in books, of his possible diagnosis and through the process of elimination explaining it all. He then gave us treatment options along with explanations of how and why. With each treatment plan, an itemized statement was presented. After deciding on a treatment plan together, Max healed up nicely and I have an understanding of Maxs illness. Then I had to bring George in and his teeth needed a good cleaning. Something else the vet in Colorado never mentioned to me. George got the same 5 star treatment from Dr. Hodges. He went over the whole visit in detail and together we came up with a plan of action. I have never had a vet visit like this, in all of my years of owning a cats and kittens. I now live in Everett and it is worth it to drive 45 minutes, for my fur babies, to get excellent quality care. Thank you Cat Care Clinic!

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Carmen Dobrescu

I bought a groupon deal for a first exam for my cat. I was very pleased during the first visit (even though my cat puked when I arrived home from all the stress they gave her) and the staff told me to come again with a fecal sample for testing if the dewormer worked as expected. After one week I went with the sample and waited for the results. After 3-4 days I called the clinic asking about the results as I was not informed yet and they told me that they didnt sent the sample for testing as they were not concerned and that they didnt charge me (the staff speaking at the phone was trying to make me happy that they didnt charge me and was acting like this is the right way to communicate to a pacient that they didnt do what was supposed). First of all I payed for that test in the deal price, as it was included, and second if I make the time to pass by and leave the sample would be really nice of you as a business to do it and not tell me "if you really want it done you can come again and leave us another sample" really!!!?? So I am supposed to drive again for 30 minutes to give you another sample which might not go to the lab again....I was really dissapointed and angry by the attitude they had. Also, the prices are a little too high for the services they provide and vaccines can be done at a much lower rate at other vets.

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Valerie Camp

Thank you, Cat Care Clinic Bellevue! We recently came to this place for a second opinion after Minky became very sick. After weeks of waiting to get answers the other hospital mention "euthanasia" as one of our options. My husband and I decided to see a feline only doctor. Our neighbors have seen Dr. Hodges and staff at Cat Care Clinic with their two cats for several years. We are sure glad to have Minky get a second opinion! After the they collected samples of cells from her stomach, we learned she had an inflamed intestinal tract. Here we are, a diet change and a few weeks of medicines later, she has gained most of her weight back and stopped throwing up on the carpets. We didnt give up. Thanks to all of their kind people.

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