Orange County Emergency Pet Clinic

Visited in the middle of the night with our dog that was experiencing some unknown discomfort. They took x-​rays and did a very thorough examination. When it was all done the Vet suggested some medication to help suspected back pain and told us to visit our regular Vet ASAP. We did all that and now our dog seems in really good shape as we continue to cut back on the medication. The cost was about $ 800.00 for services by both Vets, expensive but worth it.

I was so happy to learn that they had an emergency avian vet available for my precious lovebird, Papaya. Avian vets are so hard to find! She was in respiratory distress and they took VERY good care of her. She is still not out of the woods yet, but she has definitely shown signs of improvement. This veterinary hospital is so clean and the staff is incredibly professional. I called a few times during the night to check on Papaya and they didn’t hesitate to check on her and report to me how she was doing. They are definitely top of my list to call for my sweetie pie lovebirds!

dr price was the absolute best thing ever that night she treated colada like she was her own and because of that i know she still needs care but she is getting better daily and i know god was with dr. price that night so thank you dr price and oc emergency pet clinic and its employees that night and for the follow up call it shows you really care

I am pleased with the care my dog received from Dr. Price and staff. It’s comforting to know that places like this exist close to home at times when the rest of the world is asleep. Thanks for being there late at night!

I am very lucky that I found you and got your referral to a local vet. I truly appreciate that you and your staff took great care of my hairy child and helped to restore him to good health. I understand that pets have limited lifetimes but you’ve given me another year to share travels with — including a cross-​country one to see family and friends. Your prices were incredible too! Like the other vet (OCDCH), you saved us a combined $ 1,800 compared to that of our former vet.

I did not have the luxury of reviewing these reviews prior to my visit, as my fur baby was in need of immediate attention and after three other phone calls to other late night vet care, this was he only spot which had a vet on duty who could care for exotic pets (bunny).
I arrived around 10:30p and there were quite a few people waiting in the waiting room (without their pets).
Front desk girl (who was simultaneously running both back and front office) was aloof and abrupt, grabbing my bunny in cage and whisking her away to the back as I signed in.
After questioning her later about the animal assessment process (without the owner present) she stated all animals are taken back right away without their owners to get stabilized. I didn’t care for this. Even in adult emergency rooms, family members are allowed in the room with patients. I felt violated and helpless away from my bunny.
Waited 2 hours to be placed in an exam room after signing in and having bunny taken from me.
Waited another 20 minutes in an empty exam room waiting for the vet doc (again, without seeing my bunny or knowing what they were doing to her). No communication from staff between signing in and this point.
Vet doc wasn’t that bad… Dr Rivera… seemed friendly enough, listened to my concerns and rambled off what was wrong w her. I disagreed causing him to go grab my bun to bring her in to show me. Diagnosed with what I suspected but with an additional diagnosis for a separate condition I didn’t catch on my own. Fine. Accepted it but then he tells me if she is treated on visit, after she is sent home, they had no additional medications for me to take home (i.e. Antibiotics). He said they only give one time doses of things and then we are to see our regular vets for the remainder of medications. Wtf! I guess I can relate this to what I do in an adult emergency room… treat and then send home with scrips for the home meds, but still. The estimate they showed me was for $ 400. I would have paid this amount and then an additional amount when I went to the regular vet. I left, with bun, to see the vet in the morning when they opened.
Pros:
–open late
–clean
Cons:
–unfriendliness
–miscommunication, lack of a continuation of communication
–wait times
–appear short staffed

This place is absolutely ridiculous. My dog was pregnant and had 3 still births and there was one left in her so I took her here and Dr. Price (red hair) veterinarian told me the puppy was dead and that my dog wouldn’t be able to pass the puppy and she would need a $ 3000 c-​section. I asked for any other options or if they could work with me by doing payments and they said no. Not only did they not work with me that night my dog had the last puppy and the puppy was completely healthy. I hope nobody ever goes here because they have no love for animals and this is a prime example.

I owe a BIG Thank you to Dr. Price. You have treated Duke on two different occasion and I believe deep in my heart you saved his life both times. Your always so informative sweet and understanding and for that I appreciate you. You’re the best. I really hope Duke and I never have to see you again. Lol He’s doing better right now. AAA hospital also took very good care of him too. He’s barking and eating great. Thank you Dr. Price.

My dog experienced a horrible panic episode a few nights ago from a thunder storm. I took her here around 2 a.m. We saw Dr. Price. She was truly amazing — helpful, knowledgeable, and compassionate. The bill was more than fair. I was anticipating paying much more. I’m so thankful that this place is in existence and not too far from my home.

The office staff and the veterinarian were friendly and showed compassion for my 18+ year old cat named Buster. Unfortunately Buster was diagnosed with advanced chronic kidney failure and I had to put him to sleep. This place offers cremation services so I did not have to take Buster somewhere else to make the arrangements. It was very hard making the decision to put him to sleep and i’m grateful that they had this service available. The last time I lost my cat I had to search for a place to take my prior kitty cat and had to have the veterinarian office hold her until I could locate one. I highly recommend this place.

While visiting CA from Michigan, our ten year old Havanese had to be rushed to the emergency vet
She was treated right away
The vet was very thorough and explained test results yo us in detail
This was an excellent facility providing excellent treatment

Recently had my dog here with CHF. They made her comfortable and kept her overnight. Her prognosis was fair. I brought her to my vet Dr. Cooper in Orange, CA the next day. They put her on meds and she is responding well. Thank you for taking care of my sweet Lolli

Best place to bring your pet in any emergency. They took care of my baby, Gidget who was suffering from a inflammed pancreas causing vomiting and diarrhea. Thank you EVERYONE for your jobs well done!

Dr. Price is a knowlegeable vet and has seen two of our family cats. We thank you for all your hardo work and honesty!

I took my boxer Duke in around 9pm and was taken care of right away. Dr. Price was very friendly and informative although they really couldn’t pinpoint what my dogs problem was and told me to take him to our regular vet the following day. She did however open my eyes to a couple of issues that I will definitely have my regular vet address. They did run some tests and I was there until 12:30. All in all, it was a pleasant experience (as much as it could be under the circumstances) and rather pricey, but I guess that is to be expected since it is after hours and nobody else is open. If I have to take my dogs to the vet after hours in the future, this is the place I will go. The staff are very nice & helpful. Thank you Dr. Price and staff for all your help.
Tori McDonald
«Duke» McDonald

Our sweet female Labrador was attacked by a pit bull while in the run at the Disneyland Kennel. This after hours animal hospital was recommended to us and it is also the after hours vet that Orange County Animal Control uses for emergencies when their staff vet is off duty.
The nurse/​receptionist was kind and quick. The young redheaded vet (i’m sorry I don’t recall your name due to the stress) was expert and caring – to our dog and to me.
If I lived nearby, this place would be my go-​to for after hours vet emergencies.

My dog was viciously attacked by another dog on Tuesday night. While rushing her to the hospital I had thought she would not make it. The doctor had informed us that because the severity of her wounds they are not sure she will make it. They then inform me that they will need to amputate her leg and shoulder. I was heart broken but thankful that she is alive. They charge me the bare minimum, gave me discount, and did extra work on her during the surgery and did not charge me for it. They were very understanding and helped me so much going through this traumatic ordeal. I can’t express how thankful I am to them.

Thank you Dr Price you are the best and the sweetest Vet for making me feel better every single time best place to come friend they are sweet and caring less love Dr Price she is the sweetest Vet that has taken care of me thank you for everything my mom is so thankful for taking care of me her baby love from Pommy mommy and BooBoo

I have been here several times over a few years. One thing people need to understand is that they are an ER Vet, means two things– your there out of necessity & it’s more expensive than a regular vet. It is overnight so there isn’t a gigantic staff available. You are there because they could be your last hope to save your pet. They do the best they can with the history they get from you as the pets parent and the symptoms they are told from you and can see presented.
The first time I came here was when my 8yr old chihuahua was vomiting blood. Obviously that is an emergency. He was brought in the back right away to be assessed and given fluids. I then spoke to the doctor about what diagnostic tests they needed and the possible outcome. I got everything done and was transferred to my regular vet in the morning for further discussion on his new needs. My boy had pancteatitis, he lived for many more years after this scare.
The second time was for my 9yr old akita mix. He was shaking uncontrollably and unable to walk. I rushed him in and again immediately they took him back. Doctor then told me what should be done to find out the cause. I got everything done and was transferred to my regular vet in the morning to find more answers to my questions. My boy has fused spinal cord due to spinal arthritis. It is only a year later but he is doing great with pain medication and supplements.
The third time it was for a foster kitten. This poor girl had managed to open her spay incision. Obviously an emergency! So they took her back immediately. It wasn’t anything they needed to figure out. They cleaned the site and removed previous glue. They then closed the incision with staples since it was now rather large. A few weeks later we took her to the rescue vet to have the staples removed!
The last time was for my cat. We have been treating him for ringworm but he had a lesion as well that just didn’t seem right to me. He had been vomiting and not eating for 24hrs. I had hoped it would pass but it did not. So same drill, they took him back and then the doctor spoke to me. The best thing is they get blood work results right away! So his bloodwork was clear and it was determined the lesion was in fact infected and was beginning to affect him systemically. He was treated and then transferred to my regular vet for further discussion. He was then given further antibiotics and a new treatment plan.
It is expensive but you are paying for a service that we are lucky to have when our regular vets are not an option. Everytime I have gone the staff was prompt and courteous to me. Their job is to figure out what the problem is or at the very least stabilize the pet… they have always done that for me.
I will never think twice about where to take my pets when it’s an emergency. So thankful for this place!

I came here for an emergency visit for my dog. They were the only place open at 2am.
I called in and they said I could come in immediately. I came in and was greeted by an empty desk… After 2 mins of trying to figure out how to get service, holding my frantic bleeding dog… 2 RVTs stroll out of the back room and ask me to sign some paperwork. The lady who was getting to write things down was either 1) exhausted from working a PM shift or 2) completely void of sympathy. She should such a lack of concern… It was disturbing. I was on the verge of breaking into tears and she just asked me what happened in the most monotone voice I have ever heard.
The exam was $ 59… And they wanted to charge me a little less than $ 1500 for the surgery he required. I definitely couldn’t afford that so I asked them to just patch him up. A shot of antibiotics, pain medicine and patching up his 2 wounds costed me a little less than $ 300…
Over all, the experience wasn’t a happy one and I really didn’t like the lack of concern for my pup. Obviously they place is a last ditch effort for medical attention. It isn’t the best and reviews do reflect that.