Tenino Veterinary Clinic LLC

398 McClellan St SE, Tenino, WA 98589, USA

Category:	Animal Hospital
Address:	398 McClellan St SE, Tenino, WA 98589, USA
Phone:	+1 360-264-5502
Site:	teninovetclinic.com
Rating:	3.8
Working:	8:30AM–5:30PM 8:30AM–5:30PM 8:30AM–12:30PM 8:30AM–5:30PM 8:30AM–5:30PM 8:30AM–12:30PM Closed

Location

Photos 8

Reviews 7

Nikole Wilkinson

DON T TAKE YOUR PET HERE!!!! We live in a small town and my dog’s regular vet was 15 minutes away, and it seemed my dogs back legs were getting progressively worse with possible arthritis. I made an appointment with the local vet whom happens to be less than a block away since I have such a hectic schedule. They emailed me the paper work and I told the receptionist that my boyfriend was approved to use my care credit card to pay for the x-rays. She stated I needed two ID’s but it would be ok. I never gave any other approval for anything else. My boyfriend was to take my dog and I was to be on speaker phone for the exam, well that was the plan any way. I was called by my boyfriend the first time to tell me it was a drop off appointment only, I was somewhat concerned since we have never done this and it was just for x-rays. I then got another call at work from my boyfriend at 12:29pm and was told that the bill was $437.00! I was shocked since I approved x-rays and never had paid that much before. But not being able to do anything about this since I was at work I maxed out my Care Credit Card on top of dipping into my rent money. When I got home that night my dog was not himself at all. He seemed dazed, confused, walking to his right in circles, running and staring into walls. He did not even react to my voice when I called him (Which is not like him at all) I called the doctor that night and was highly concerned. He stated it was normal for dogs to be this way after being sedated and little dogs tend to take this harder and he should come out of it in a couple days. I did not think to question him on the sedation as of yet simply because I was so worried about my baby. Three days later the vets assistant called to check on him, I stated he is still the same and now he is pooping and peeing himself. She said she would have the doctor look at him but to at least give it a couple more days. During this time, we were up sometime all night because my dog was crying uncontrollably and shaking because he was scared (from what we had no clue). I then looked over the bill and realized not only did they sedated my dog without my approval for Xrays, but also gave him 5 other shots that I was not ever once asked to approve. My dog is around ten years old and I did go to vet school for some time and not saying I am any were near a doctor but I have my beliefs. They gave him a three year rabies shot, combined with 4 other shots, in my opinion combo shots is not ok especially with a 3 year rabies shot! Why would you give a dog with no teeth rabies shot in the first place! On top of that when I had talked with the doctor about my concerns with my dog he stated my dog had at least one more season left in him. Again rabies shot why? I understand it’s the law but I should have had a say on it and I would have asked to give him a one year and we would come back after 4 weeks for the rest of the shots. But again, I was not called for any of this. I then started calling asking why I was not called for approval on the sedation and shots. I got the run around for two days and then when I talked with the receptionist she stated I signed a contract. I told her I had the contract sitting in front of me and all it said was my dog needed to be update on shots before he gets treated. Nothing on this said they had the right not to call me for any approval of procedures they do with my dog! That’s like dropping a child off at the hospital and saying “Have at it I will pick it up later! That was on a Friday, not even two weeks after they “treated” my dog. Monday the 11th my dog had to be put down because he was brain dead on the right side of his brain due to lack of oxygen and or possible stroke while under sedation, and that he pretty much was existing not living. Since then I have talked with other locals and they have said their experiences have been somewhat similar to mine. Dont EVER go here!

Rain Writer

I mistakening entered the parking lot wrong at the Tenino Vet Clinic. The doctor came running out of his office shouting at me. I was trying to back out. He was so angry and beligerant that I got out of there as fast as I could. The problem is I had found an injured kitten and just wanted to get it checked out. After encountering this really angry veterinarian, I took the kitten to Tacoma to my old vet and paid for its surgery in cash. All is well with the kitten but I would not take any pet to this really angry man.

A Private User

Ive taken my dogs and cats into Dr. Keith for the last 10 years. You will find him to be VERY knowledgeable,compassionate, and interested in your animals needs. This is a man that absolutely loves and cares for all animals. Ive been through the good and bad times with him and I always appreciate his very fine service. He is A++. Scott Wise Tenino

A Private User

Dr. Keith is very good. I have had him provide care for 25 pets, and seen him do surgery and other care on 100s more. (Large farm) He is more compassionate than I am, and I like to think I take good care of my animals that are in my care. Feel confidant to take your animals to him.

Sunny Johnson

I like Dr. Keith. He was really compassionate when giving me rough news through several pets over the years...as well as helping me keep my pets healthy and happy. Im taking my newest addition next week....cant wait.

Mikes Carburetor

Down to earth vet. Doesnt ask for a lot of expensive tests. More old school than most vets these days. But.. always trust what your dog is telling you.

RoeAnna Parsons

Love that place