I’ve been going to Hawthorne since they first opened up back in 1991. I had another dog then who had a chronic illness so I spent a lot of time there over the years. I have 2 new dogs now, and I’ve moved downtown, but I would never consider going anywhere else. The staff there — Martha, Amy, Julie — are so friendly, kind and caring. I do miss the doctors who started the practice, but it’s been taken over by equally impressive doctors who are extremely knowledgeable. They cost a little bit more than other vets, but it’s worth it to me to have my pets seen by someone who has the experience and provides the top-level service they do.