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Wellshire Animal Hospital

Updated 2026-07-08 · 946 reviewed · 172 listed · Scored from 351 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.9(351) 93 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Verified Publishes prices
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Wellshire Animal Hospital
Services
General & Wellness Veterinary Care, Veterinary Dentistry, Emergency & Urgent Care Vet
Reviews
351
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What recent reviews say

Reviewers consistently describe Wellshire as a standout clinic where veterinarians (especially Dr. Monica Watterud and Dr. Molly Cominsky) combine clinical skill with genuine compassion. Staff greet pets and owners like family, handle nervous or aggressive animals calmly, and take time to explain diagnoses and next steps.

The hospital's strength lies in thorough exams that catch what other vets miss, accessible pricing, and a calming environment designed around pet comfort. Dogs, cats, and puppies keep returning; one reviewer has followed Dr. Watterud for 30 years.

Praised for
  • knowledgeable and thorough vets
  • caring and gentle with anxious/stressed pets
  • kind and welcoming staff
  • detailed communication and follow-up
  • reasonable prices
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Best for: Pet owners with anxious, stressed, or aggressive animals seeking thorough, unhurried care.

Strengths

  • Dr. Monica Watterud and Dr. Molly Cominsky widely praised for expertise and calm demeanor
  • staff trained to de-stress anxious or aggressive animals
  • thorough exams that catch overlooked problems
  • transparent pricing and budget-friendly vaccine packages

Worth knowing

  • Dr. Monica Watterud: long-term trusted veterinarian (one reviewer followed her 30 years); detects early-stage conditions other vets miss
  • Dr. Molly Cominsky: praised for calm handling of nervous pets and clear communication
  • Liz (vet tech): noted for education and patience with senior dogs
  • Maria (front desk): trains new pet owners on vaccine schedules and cost breakdowns; transparent about budget constraints
  • Services include laparoscopic surgery and endoscopy
  • Exam room designed to let cats explore before appointment to reduce stress
  • Follow-up emails with specific recommendations sent after visits

What reviews say by service

General & Wellness Veterinary Care
Reviewers praise thorough exams that catch overlooked conditions; quick, professional service and detailed follow-up.
Veterinary Dentistry
Gentle nail trims and dental care for anxious pets; staff make nervous animals comfortable.
Emergency & Urgent Care Vet
Dr. Watterud picked up a potential emergency problem (yeast infection, early-stage tumor) that other vets missed; handled stressed/aggressive dogs safely.
Exotic & Avian Veterinary Care
Limited evidence; services listed but no review text speaks to exotic or avian care specifically.

How it compares

  • Rated 4.9 against a 4.6 average across the 115 veterinary dentistry businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 58% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

Ranking Method
Star rating 92
Review volume 100
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 81
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

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Common questions

What is the new client exam cost?
$50.
Can my anxious cat be in the exam room alone before the appointment?
Yes. Wellshire lets cats explore the exam room before the appointment starts to reduce stress and familiarize them with the space.
Does Wellshire offer payment plans for puppies needing multiple vaccines?
Yes. Staff can split up puppy vaccines by importance and work with budget-conscious owners; front desk team explains costs and options upfront.
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Last updated 2026-07-08