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The Drake Center for Veterinary Care
- Veterinarians
- Encinitas, CA
About this business
Location details
195 N El Camino Real, Encinitas, CA, 92024, United States
Get directions| Weekday | Schedule | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Mon | 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. | |
| Tue | 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. | |
| Wed | 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. | |
| Thu | 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. | |
| Fri | 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. | |
| Sat | 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. | |
| Sun | 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. |
This review is severely overdue, as I have been bringing my pets to The Drake Center for over 12 years. All of the veterinarians and the support staff have consistently, always been amazing. Ten years ago I had to euthanize our twelve year old lab that we got when he was only weeks old. Everyone at the Drake Center was incredible. Fast forward to now and I've got two aging rescue dogs, one with severe anxiety. Once again, nothing but outstanding care and service from everyone at TDC. Always 5 stars all around.
Business response:
Hi Dave, Thank you so much for this beautiful and heartfelt review, it truly means the world to us. We’re honored to have been a part of your journey with your pets over the past 12+ years, through both the joyful moments and the difficult goodbyes. It’s clients like you who make what we do so rewarding. Knowing that you’ve consistently experienced compassionate, outstanding care from our doctors and team means everything to us. We’re grateful for the trust you've placed in us over the years, and we’re here for you and you... read more
Thank you all for the vet recommendations for our Pippi La Pulga and Graciela. It has been difficult to find a vet they like since both of our girls are rescues with scary, abusive histories. Dr. Applegate at the Drake Center for Vet Care in Encinitas was a hit! I don't know whether they responded to her comforting demeanor or her liver treats, but they love her! The prices seemed more than reasonable, and it is such a relief to now have a vet I can take the girls to without dread. They even trimmed Graciela's nails! No smal... read more
Business response:
Hi Stephanie, Thank you so much for sharing your experience with us and welcome to The Drake Center family! We’re so glad you found your way to Dr. Applegate and that both Pippi La Pulga and Graciela felt safe and cared for during their visit. It means so much to know that we could provide a gentle, positive experience for your sweet girls, especially given their history. We know how important it is to find a veterinary team you can trust, and we’re honored to be that place for you. Graciela’s nail trim success made our da... read more
I have never written a review, but I felt that what happen to me just might be helpful to others. For a month I was giving my sweet rescue dog completely incompatible medications for her very serious anemic condition prescribed by an incompetent Drake doctor. I figured it out myself by googling the medications. Yet this vet had the nerve to leave me an incoherent voicemail message that she gave my dog Martha, her very best. Really? If I can google, then so can you! She had also previously told me that my dog had an easily cu... read more
Business response:
Dear Jean, Thank you for sharing your experience with us. We are deeply sorry to hear about Martha’s health challenges and understand how stressful and overwhelming this situation must be for you. We truly empathize with your frustration and want to take this opportunity to provide clarity. First, we want to assure you that at The Drake Center, every treatment plan is carefully tailored to the needs of each patient based on their medical history, physical examination, and diagnostic results. Our veterinarians rely on years... read more
This is my favorite vet now and I have been to many different retailers over the years with my pug. I go to Dr. Lee she is the best you can see she truly cares. When my pug had to go to the emergency 24 hour vet over in carlsbad and I thought i was going to have to put him down I got a call from Dr.Lee asking me how he was doing and what was going on even though she wasn't treating him at the time. No one does that these days! You can tell she really cares. Also, this vet in my experience has reasonable prices and they don't... read more
Business response:
Hi Kelly, Wow! Thank you so much for this incredibly thoughtful review. We’re truly honored to be your go-to vet, and we’re so grateful for your trust over the years. Dr. Lee will be so touched to hear your kind words; she - like all our doctors - genuinely pours her heart into every patient, and it means the world to know her care made such an impact during a difficult moment with Henry. We also appreciate you highlighting the importance of compassionate, guilt-free care. Our goal is always to work with our clients to fin... read more
When you are getting the paperwork together to travel internationally with your pets, you want to work with someone with full knowledge based on recent experience. Because the risk of uncertainty is too great! Dr. Madison spoke with knowledge acquired from history with processes and systems. She knew the ins and outs of documents, requirements, and timing, and discussed them with us thoroughly, all the while sitting on the floor for the comfort and confidence of our more timid dog. It was smooth sailing when we got to the ot... read more
Business response:
Dear Leslie, Thank you so much for your thoughtful and kind review! We’re thrilled to hear that your international pet travel experience went smoothly and that Dr. VanWorth’s expertise made the process stress-free for both you and your furry companion. At The Drake Center, we know that traveling with pets can feel like navigating uncharted waters, especially when it comes to paperwork and regulations. Dr. VanWorth and our team are pros at guiding families through these steps with ease, and we’re so glad her attention to de... read more
My companion of 18 years was carried across the bridge on 8/8/2024 at 18 Dr VanWorth, Dr Kovac, and Dr Leslie had done their best in making clinical assessments on Coco at the time but for nearly 3 years in Heart disease MMVD stage B2 with severe regurgitation, Coco was always on borrowed time. On her last day X-rays showed her entire cavity filled with fluid and that was time. Coco refused to go down without a fight - her will to be loved and to live was strong but her ailing condition was inevitable Thanks for your care an... read more
Business response:
Dear Harold, We are so deeply sorry for your loss of Coco. Our hearts go out to you during this difficult time. Coco was truly a fighter, and we know how strong your bond was with her. It was an honor to be a part of her care and to support her through these challenging years. Dr. VanWorth, Dr. Kovac, and Dr. Leslie, along with our entire team, will always remember Coco’s strength, resilience, and the love you shared with her. We understand how hard these past few years must have been for you both, and we’re grateful that ... read more
Drake Center is AMAZING. My dog and myself especially LOVE Dr Hamlet! She has been instrumental in the health journey of my chow mix. I am no doctor and certainly have no idea what I'm doing as a first time dog owner. I trust Drake center and really feel that they care about my dog and have nothing but her best interest.
Business response:
Dear Nicole, Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re thrilled to hear that you and your chow mix have had such a positive experience with us - especially with Dr. Hamlet! Being a first-time dog owner can feel a bit overwhelming, but it’s clear how much you care about your pup’s well-being, and we’re honored that you trust us to guide you on this health journey. Dr. Hamlet and our entire team are committed to making sure every pet feels loved and cared for, and we’re so happy to hear that you’ve felt that dedicat... read more
The doctors and staff are amazing and very caring. Pretty pricey but what vet isn't? The facility is clean and has a satellite office within walking distance.
Business response:
Dear Shannon, Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re thrilled to hear that you’ve found our doctors and staff caring, and we’re glad that you appreciate our clean facility and the convenience of our satellite office. We understand that veterinary care can sometimes feel a bit pricey, but we truly believe in providing the best care possible for your furry family members. We’re grateful for your trust and look forward to continuing to support you and your pets! Warm regards, The Drake Center Team
Fantastic vet care! Very friendly and caring! They send regular posts for reminders about shots and vaccinations!
Business response:
Dear Nor, Thank you for the kind words! We’re so glad to hear you’re happy with our care and that our reminders are helping keep your pet on track. We love caring for your furry friend and look forward to continuing to support you both! Warm regards, The Drake Center Team
Frequently asked questions about The Drake Center for Veterinary Care
How is The Drake Center for Veterinary Care rated?
The Drake Center for Veterinary Care has a 4.5 star rating with 716 reviews.
When is The Drake Center for Veterinary Care open?
The Drake Center for Veterinary Care is open now. It will close at 7:00 p.m.