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Belleview Animal Clinic

Updated 2026-07-08 · 946 reviewed · 172 listed · Scored from 197 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.5(197) 77 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Verified
General & Wellness Veterinary Care
Belleview Animal Clinic
Service
General & Wellness Veterinary Care
Reviews
197

What recent reviews say

Strong loyal base praises Dr. Mike's personal touch, holistic approach, and willingness to explain options without rushing. However, recent complaints center on billing inconsistencies, surprise no-show fees, staffing miscommunications, and poor follow-up during serious cases. One customer reported feeling blamed during an emergency rather than supported, with ER vet proving far more compassionate and cost-effective.

Recent shift: A notable shift in recent months: earlier 5-star reviews emphasize personal care and fair pricing; the most recent complaints (1-2 months ago) center on billing shock, no-show fees, and unresponsive management. One severe case (1 month ago) alleges staff callousness and poor communication during a complex diagnosis, driving the customer to emergency care.

Praised for
  • friendly, caring staff and Dr. Mike
  • honest, no-upselling approach
  • holistic and balanced care options
  • good availability for exotic pets
  • fair pricing when transparent
Watch-outs
  • inconsistent billing and surprise charges
  • poor communication and no follow-up
  • staff contradictions and lack of coordination
  • callous tone during difficult situations
  • unresponsive to complaints
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Best for: Pet owners seeking a personal touch and holistic care philosophy, especially with exotic pets or birds.
Think twice if: Billing clarity is critical to you; several customers report surprise charges, estimate-to-invoice gaps, and unresponsive staff after payment.

Strengths

  • Dr. Mike's personalized, non-corporate approach
  • quick access for exotic animal care
  • willingness to try natural remedies first
  • wellness plans available

Worth knowing

  • Dr. Mike personally calls post-surgery to check on patients
  • Dr. Mike knowledgeable with exotic birds and chickens
  • Wellness plans offered
  • Reptile care often available faster than competitors
  • Recent complaints: $700 charged, then no-show fee applied; $450 estimate became $600+ invoice with no biopsy initially listed; billing staff cited discounts that were not offered

What reviews say by service

General & Wellness Veterinary Care
Long-time clients praise affordable, no-rush care; newer customers report billing surprises and poor post-visit follow-up.
Exotic & Avian Veterinary Care
Strong reviews for reptile, bird, and small mammal care; faster access than other exotic vets.

How it compares

  • Rated 4.5 against a 4.61 average across the 138 general & wellness veterinary care businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 46% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

Ranking Method
Star rating 68
Review volume 100
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 48
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

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162
4
11
3
4
2
4
1
16

Common questions

Do they offer care for exotic pets?
Yes. Their website lists services for reptiles, birds, amphibians, and small mammals. One reviewer noted it is easier to get in quickly for reptile care here than at other reptile vets.
Is there a follow-up after surgery?
It varies. Dr. Mike has called post-surgery to check on patients; however, other customers reported zero post-surgery information and no follow-up from Dr. Mike about billing disputes.
Do they have wellness plans?
Yes, the business offers wellness plans that one reviewer called hard to beat.
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Last updated 2026-07-08