The Drake Center for Veterinary Care

Sarah O. 

on Yelp

13 years ago

I was a vet tech for 8 years before I moved to the west coast. Obviously, I am going to be VERY particular about where our 4 dogs (and our foster dogs) go. I tend to "test" vets by having a treatment plan before I go in and then seeing what they recommend. Especially after working in a dermatology practice for years and then taking our new boxer there for treatment for a severe case of demodex mange (we had just adopted him from a shelter in LA)....it was one of our first visits and I was definitely waiting to see what the v... read more

Cathy M. 

on Yelp

13 years ago

As a Professional Dog Trainer I'm asked daily about which Veterinary services I recommend . I can always feel comfortable recommending the Drake Center. They're Vets are top notch and all the staff truly loves there job. That's by far a good indicator of the kind of place this is. My dogs are everything to me and I only trust them in the care of true professionals , the Drake Center gets 14 paws up from me and my pack. 

Jeanne B. 

on Yelp

13 years ago

Do not take your cat here! They misdiagnosed both of my cats. My female died prematurely from chronic kidney failure--they said she was "stable" when actually she was getting worse. My male, who they were treating (or mistreating) at the same time, stopped eating and lost 7 lbs while the Drake vet ran the same blood test over and over. I finally brought them both to a cat-only vet who was shocked. He immediately diagnosed my male cat with IBD and began meds and a different diet--he improved significantly and lived for anothe... read more

C V. 

on Yelp

14 years ago

Best. Vet. Ever!!! Dr. Kovac is the vet I wish I had known my whole life. We have found our 'home' at The Drake Center and will forever bring all of our animals to this office! Amazing, knowledgable, friendly staff; a clean, state-of-the-art facility and reasonable pricing. Super stoked!!! 

diane l. 

on Yelp

14 years ago

This place cares far more about peddling meds and shilling shampoo than it does about animals. My previous vet had been monitoring a growth on my dog's leg and when it got bigger, I went to the Drake Center, since we recently moved to Encinitas. All of a sudden, the surgery needed to be done ASAP or else the dog would need skin grafts. I immediately scheduled surgery (even though we were dealing with a family emergency), which went well at first. Then my dog started to lick himself raw above the surgery site, which was wrapp... read more

W R. 

on Yelp

14 years ago

Quoted us $674 per dog for neuter. The county website gives names of vets who offer programs for $75.00 per dog this includes everything! Although the vet techs at the drake center will lie and tell you it does not include collar and meds. They do not share this info. Stay away ! 

John S. 

on Yelp

14 years ago

We took our recently adopted puppy for a complimentary evaluation. She had a few health problems and some behavioral issues. We were impressed with the staff and how they made a visit to the vet a non-stressful occasion (for the dog). They spent a lot of time with us, did an extensive evaluation, counseled us on the behavioral challenges and provided excellent care for the dog. We are very impressed and will be returning. 

Sarah J. 

on Yelp

15 years ago

We absolutely love the Drake Center. My family originally started taking our dog there over 20 years ago when they were located on Encinitas Blvd. They always treated our golden retriever so well, even on that horrible day when we had to put him to sleep at age 13. I remember Dr. Shotwell crying with us on that day, and sending us a personal sympathy card later that week. Sad stories aside, I'm now married and have my own golden retriever with my husband. We decided to take him to the Drake Center based on my childhood expe... read more

carol k. 

on Yelp

15 years ago

I was in from San FDiego visiting my brother when my dog started peeing blood (yikes). Drake was about as good as it gets-found off of Yelp. They reviewed my dog's history from my SF vet, did some tests, and even gave me several other findings that I had been seeking on wierd symptoms (and printouts or articles). Despite being an emergency visit the vet did an overall checkup at no additional charge, followed it up with an email and call, then sent a written thank you letter, despite my living out of town. The vet was genuin... read more