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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. |
Ive taken my 8 year old dog there 3 times in the past 4-5 months to treat her hives on her skin. All they do is prescribed her a boat load of meds each time and charged me a ton of money. My poor dog hasn't gotten any better. After all this time i think the culprit is that she's allergic to her dog food. I had to figure this out on my own because the drake center failed to recognize the issue a couple thousand dollars later.
Business response:
Hi Austin, We are so sorry to hear you were unsatisfied with your experience. While we understand your frustration, it is important to note that treating skin conditions can take time, and works best if there is compliance on both ends. It is also important to note that food was one of the rule-outs, and food trials do also take time to complete. Unfortunately, dermatology issues are not easily solved and require continuous maintenance and care; when narrowing down the cause of skin conditions or irritations, we prescribe ... read more
I have 3 rescue cats. 5.5 yrs old. All in good health. The times where we do need help, The Drake Center is our first choice. They are friendly and helpful on the phone, they have vets that are great with cats and they make everything as easy and stress free as possible for both my cats and me. They go out of their way to be kind and helpful. Wish I could find medical care like this for humans! Thank you Dr Leslie and team, you guys are simply fantastic!!
Business response:
Hi, Marilyn. We are blushing! We are honored to be your first choice and we are thrilled to learn that you and your sweet cats had positive experiences with The Drake Center team and Dr. Leslie! We appreciate you taking the time to leave us a review and thank you again.
I discovered The Drake Center when looking for a better and more knowledgeable vet to help me handle travel health certificates. They were SO knowledgeable. The staff was extremely helpful, Arlene at the front was so kind and answered all my questions, Angel and all the techs were so so sweet and I loved Dr. Madison VanWorth! She was amazing and so so helpful. I only wish I discovered them sooner before moving out of the country! They have been so amazing these past couple weeks in helping me get my dog up to date on everyth... read more
Business response:
Hi, Lara. We are thrilled to learn that you had a positive experience with us! We sincerely thank you for your kind and detailed review. We appreciate your time and thank you again!
I have brought my pets here for over 15 years and have always had great care. Even when moving to Vista, it was worth the drive for my dogs to go somewhere trusted for their regular shots and check ups. Really efficient and easy check-in process and I feel like we are always in and out of there very quickly.
Business response:
Hi, Jasmine. Thank you so much for leaving us a stellar review! We are so honored that you have been a part of the Drake Center family for 15+ years, and can't wait to care for your pets for years to come. Thank you so much again!
Amazing experience! I've taken my dogs to Drake for 15 years and am VERY pleased. Caring staff. Everyone is so nice, they remember my dog and are rooting for his continued good health. Especially happy with Dr Heather Kovacevich as she has gone above & beyond for my dog who is now elderly. I feel very supported, which means everything when it comes to my bestie
THE DRAKE CENTER changed the price from the original estimate. Protocol WAS exact same for treatment PERIOD. I do not recommend this business
Business response:
We understand that the cost of treatment can be surprising at times, which is why we presented you with an accurate estimate following a full physical examination of your pet by a veterinarian. It was our error that an estimate was provided prior to your pet being seen, however, we did communicate this error to you when it became clear that more extensive treatment was needed for your pet. We are always here to discuss your pet’s care in further detail if you wish to do so. Thank you.
Totally professional and caring. From the moment you walk through the door the staff makes you feel welcome. I was a new patient and they were able to accommodate me. We were flying back home to Hawai'i and needed a health certificate so my dog would not have to be held at quarantine . They knew exactly what was needed which many vets won't do this kind of health cert. I highly recommend this business. I hope to see the staff again on our next trip!
Our fur baby Daisy has a disc issue and everybody involved has been amazing and extremely helpful. Christine at the front desk is a total sweetheart and got us right in for our appointment! (Even after us being late due to traffic on the 5) Daisy's vet Dr. Leslie and vet tech Mikaela have been a joy to work with, they are very obviously dog lovers and have done everything they can to help us get Daisy back to 100%. We are thankful for you all and will certainly be coming back for any of our veterinary needs!
I wanted to write this review as I have a developed deep appreciation for "The Drake Center" Encinitas. I've been going to them for over 8 years now. They've seen me through really hard times and the care they have provided to me and all my dogs means a lot. I now think of them as family. The front office is full of people who will go above and beyond to help. They have a range of highly specialized Doctors. Whatever the unique situation is that you're facing there will be someone in the office with deep knowledge and an abi... read more
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 closed now. It will open at 7:00 a.m.