Veterinary Specialists of Alaska

I LOVE this place. They are truly exceptional! Both of my pomeranians have seen Doctor Preziosi for their coat issues. She is always kind and listens carefully and makes the dogs (and us) feel comfortable! The reception and other staff are also amazing! Always super nice, helpful and remember the dogs every time they come in. I like vets at other locations too, but the administration is always lacking — not here (and believe me, I’ve been around the block with veterinarians in Anchorage)! I wish they could be our regular vets!

I tried to get my dog surgery here and even though the people were very nice they could not get a single request done. I asked to have the pre-​authorization faxed and they took ten days to get it done. I called and asked if I could take my dog home after surgery on a Monday and was told the Dr wasn’t in until Tuesday and they would call me back. They didn’t! I called them on Friday and the Dr said he recommended the dog stay the night. I said recommended? Then not required? We went back and forth a few times. I should tell you, as I told both the Dr and the receptionist that the reason I didn’t want him to stay was because at the same surgery on his other leg (different Vet) they applied the pain patch in his hair instead of shaving his leg. So he got NO pain meds for three days. And at this clinic he would be alone in s cage for 12 – 13 hours with no one to hear him cry out. So finally she said maybe I could tAke him to Pet Emergency for the night. Which I said yes that’s a good idea. He won’t be alone in a cage all night with no staff to hear him in distress. At which point she asked me if I just wouldn’t prefer a different surgeon. I said no they’d be fine. As long as I could take him somewhere staffed for the night. There is no way you can tell me it would be better to be alone after surgery for 12 – 13 hours instead of in a staffed facility. Hanging up I thought it was decided. Instead I got a phone call from the Dr telling me I was rude, aggressive and that I offended his people and that as I wouldn’t obey his recommendations, he would not be doing surgery on my dog. Which is probably for the best. So if you want nice people feel free to go here. If you want people who actually care about your animal and follow through with what they say they will do… GO SOMEWHERE ELSE!!!

Was referred here for a dermatologist issue with my dog. They were awesome. The front desk gals was so friendly. The vet and her assistant were fantastic. Never pushy. Very honest and up front which I appreciated.

This place is amazing. We were referred here for a tendon/​ligament issue, and I was so impressed. They were able to see me within 2 hrs of my call. The vet was so thorough and obviously loves what he does. He was so good with my dog, and patient with me. He explained things clearly and weighed the pros and cons
of different options. If my dog ends up needing complex surgery, I know he will be in the hands of the most competent veterinary surgeons in AK. These guys came highly recommended, and after just a few minutes in their office, it was clear that they deserve such high accolades.

From the office staff, to the techs, & to the doctors, everyone will care for your pet as if they’re their own. This isn’t only like a business to them, they truly know that our pets are like our family members. Only wish they were able to be our pets regular vets but they are a specialty clinic. But other than that, they are THE BEST!