East Padden Animal Hospital

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Wes J

I took my dog here when it appeared that he had developed an ear infection. The vet gave him his customary initial check up as part of the appointment. Before even checking his ears for the infection, she "discovered" that it "sounded" like he MIGHT have a heart murmur. The vet recommended that my dog get a sonogram and several other expensive tests to see if he had a murmur and to see how bad the murmur actual was. When I asked, "if he does have a heart murmur, can it be treated", she said, "no there isnt anything that can really be done to treat it or fix it, but at least youll know that he as it". So you want me to pay you hundreds (probably a couple of thousand dollars) to try to diagnose something that cant be treated or fixed just so that I have something to worry about for the rest of my dogs life? Also, my dog is 9 years old now. He has been seen by at least 5 other vets over the course of his life and not a single one of them has ever "discovered" his possible heart murmur. After this, she finally got around to checking my dogs ears. She had brought two cotton swab sticks into the room with her. She grabbed them, set one of them on the dirty floor, took the other one and swabbed his bad ear, then took the other swab off the floor and swabbed his good his. She then set both of them directly on a dirty stool in the exam room. What kind of unsanitary operation is this? And yes, she was treating my dog while sitting on the floor. Ive never had a vet do this before. My dog only weights 30 pounds. He can fit on the exam table very easily. He is a Jack Russell and is very calm. Im not sure why he had to be treated on the dirty floor. She left the exam room with the two swabs and then the vet assistant walked in to go over the charges. They wanted $233 to treat both the ears. He was only having problems with one ear, but some some reason they felt the need to culture and then treat both ears. By this point, I was pretty feed up with this place. I told them to just flush out his ears and that I would take care of the rest. The bill for just much came to nearly $100.

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Shalyn Kaster

I recently got a puppy and spent a LONG time looking up which vet would be the best for her. When we came here they were so awesome and friendly and they told us about the "Puppy Package." Which was 250 for pretty much everything she could ever need in 3 appointments plus 10% off her procedure to get spayed. We thought it was SUCH a good deal, we were so excited. We thought theyd make sure she was all healthy, give her the shots she needs. As time went on, every time we went there again there was another thing she was "due" for that is another 20 bucks that of course isnt included in the puppy package. She got a small injury on her eye and they charged us another 120 for eye drops that she ended up not even needing after 2 days. We later find out she has worms, that apparently the 250 dollar puppy package that includes deworming doesnt cover. So we were charge another 65 to get meds that we found out later didnt help whatsoever, along with another 50 dollar fecal sample. Once we found out that she STILL had worms they wanted to up the dosage and add on a few more meds costing again around 80 bucks plus ANOTHER 50 dollar fecal sample. This time we instead went and got the meds they suggested from the store for 15 DOLLARS and now shes all better. We also called around to a few vets on how much getting her fixed would be and were now going to a new vet that has a 30 dollar fecal sample and that will also be 130 to get her fixed instead of our wonderful 10% off price and 250. We spent almost 600 dollars at East Padden in less than 3 months and wouldve spent almost 1,000. Theyre very nice people and were great with my dog, but going there was definitely a huge mistake and we will never be going there again.

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meleana preston

i never write reviews, but i was referred hhere by my vet as she was out of town. my rabbit was seen after about 45 minutes waiting. my rabbit had gotten in a fight with another and her noes was partially hanging off. the vet wanted to do reconstructive surgery even though it wasnt affecting its functionality, i just wanted the excess removed so it didnt get caught on anything. she took my rabbit back to shave some fur down and see how bad under it was... i waited another 40 minutes, she ddidnt come back in just her tech, with a piece of paper the vet had put together as a treatment plan. all of the medications were unnecessary, my rabbit was free range so once i realized she was injured it took awhile to coax her the wound was basically healed up already. they wanted me to pay 100 in medication that she didnt need, and $700 for a reconstructive surgery she didnt need,. this was rediculous. i take may animals in a lot at my main vet and i know the cost of somehing like that. it would have been about $200. and the meds maybe $40.. i was hesitant on coming here because i knew it would be expensive but really? 3x the price? for something not necessary? no, ill stick with mine. so if you want to save money and have exceptional care... go to camas washougal animal hospital. it is the cheapest in camas/vancouver and surrounding areas. ive researched prices and trust me.. this is the place to go

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A Private User

Do NOT go to East Padden animal hospital if you have a guinea-pig.(Well, I wouldnt go there anyways.) My pig had a simple cyst. They wanted $500.00 to remove it.I am a disabled person, and they didnt even care about the astronomical amount of money they were charging me. They agreed to do it for less, and really botched up the job. The pig died soon after.Now they are saying its all my fault for not bringing him in sooner.Like Im not going through enough pain already without being blamed for his death.He was perfectly healthy when I brought him in and they could have gotten SUED for this.Im glad I DIDNT bring him in sooner; he would have DIED sooner.But Im not money hungry like they are.He was a beautiful Peruvian pig called Sunshine. He was the sweetest and most trusting animal.Most of my pigs live to 8 years. I take very good care of them. Blaming me is just their way of not admitting to the lousy job they did on him.It hurt him alot and he went downhill quickly. These people are only in it for the money and especially dont respect guinea-pigs.It was so painful for me to see him die,and they didnt care that they charged me so much--for nothing.They have no heart and just want to always be right. I wouldnt take my pet here for anything. I found them to be very greedy.

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Amanda Fauser

Being new to the area I was nervous about choosing a new office to entrust my furry companions too. Much to my surprise and delight East Padden Animal Hospital is wonderful! The facility is extremely accommodating with the most convenient hours for working professionals. The front desk staff was friendly, welcoming, and polite while juggling the occasional phone call and assisting with new patient documents. Even the wonderful furry welcome greeter perched on the office chair was happy for a new patient. From a treatment perspective Dr. Nicole Lindstrom was professional and informative while considering all of my observations as well as her clinical findings. Pricing on testing was very fair and results were sent back within 24 hours. Lastly, from a documentation perspective this office is spot on- extremely detailed appointment notes were emailed within 8 hours showing not only did the veterinarian listen throughout the appointment but documented all details. I could not be happier with this office and the excellent care I have received thus far!

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