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Updated 2026-07-08 · 946 reviewed · 172 listed · Scored from 39 Google reviews · How we rank ›

5.0(39) 86 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Verified
General & Wellness Veterinary CareFear-Free / Low-Stress HandlingVeterinary Surgery & OrthopedicsVeterinary Dentistry
Animal Surgical Care
Services
General & Wellness Veterinary Care, Fear-Free / Low-Stress Handling, Veterinary Surgery & Orthopedics
Reviews
39

What recent reviews say

Every review across 39 ratings is five-star. Owners describe Dr. Leka, Dr. Iguchi, and Dr. Jovanovic as genuinely compassionate surgeons who spend time understanding complex cases, catch missed diagnoses, and operate with precision that leaves pets recovering without complications. They answer late-night calls, offer free telemedicine consults, perform tooth extractions and amputation surgeries, and check in personally after discharge.

The team stands apart for fair pricing-many reviewers emphasize getting discounted rates, fraction-of-cost surgeries compared to competing centers, and refusal to upsell unnecessary procedures. One owner whose dog needed a splenectomy, another whose 17-year-old dog had a colopexy, and others with limb amputations all report transparent estimates, clear surgical plans, and ongoing follow-up that feels like genuine advocacy rather than transaction.

Praised for
  • compassionate, caring staff and doctors
  • expert surgical skill and diagnostics
  • fair and transparent pricing
  • personal follow-up care and communication
  • responsive emergency availability
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Best for: Pet owners facing complex surgical decisions who need honest advice, affordable rates, and compassionate care.

Strengths

  • Expert surgeons (Leka, Iguchi, Jovanovic) known for complex cases
  • Fair pricing and refusal to upsell unnecessary procedures
  • Personal follow-up by veterinarians after discharge
  • Free telemedicine consultations available

Worth knowing

  • Dr. Leka, Dr. Asuka Iguchi, and Dr. Jovanovic named as lead surgeons
  • Free telemedicine consults offered
  • Personal text follow-ups from veterinarians after surgery
  • Owner allowed to stay with pet during pre-surgical preparation at least once
  • One 17-year-old dog's colopexy charged $2,800 vs $6K-$8K quoted elsewhere; amputation and splenectomy cases cited as significantly lower-cost than competing centers
  • Surgeries include amputation, tooth extraction, splenectomy, colopexy, leg fracture repair, tumor removal

What reviews say by service

Veterinary Surgery & Orthopedics
Complex surgeries (amputation, splenectomy, colopexy, fracture repair) performed with precision pain management, post-operative clarity, and no complications reported.
Veterinary Dentistry
Tooth extraction available within 2 days; free telemedicine pre-consult with photos; owner feedback on clean extraction and healing.
General & Wellness Veterinary Care
Diagnostics praised for catching missed lung spots and properly evaluating before surgery; preventive care discussed in post-operative follow-up.
Fear-Free / Low-Stress Handling
Owner reported anxious 17-year-old dog did not shake when entering clinic; allowed owner to stay through IV placement; pets described as calm and happy post-anesthesia.

How it compares

  • Rated 5 against a 4.61 average across the 138 general & wellness veterinary care businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 22% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

Ranking Method
Star rating 90
Review volume 70
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 81
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

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Common questions

Can I get a consultation by phone or video before committing to surgery?
Yes. Free telemedicine consultations are available; Dr. Leka can review photos and discuss your pet's case before any booking.
How quickly can my pet be seen for emergency or urgent surgery?
Same-day intake and next-day surgery offered for eligible cases (one owner was given both options for a tooth extraction). Late-night calls answered by veterinarians.
Will you call me after surgery to check on my pet?
Yes. Veterinarians send personal text messages and call to check recovery progress, and free follow-up appointments are offered.
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Last updated 2026-07-08