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Lakewood Veterinary Hospital

Updated 2026-07-05 · 1,188 reviewed · 179 listed · Scored from 788 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.7(788) 85 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Verified
General Veterinary CareVeterinary SurgeryEmergency & Urgent CareExotic & Avian CareVeterinary DentistryLarge Animal & EquineHolistic & Alternative Medicine
Lakewood Veterinary Hospital
Services
General Veterinary Care, Veterinary Surgery, Emergency & Urgent Care
Reviews
788

What recent reviews say

Most visits result in attentive, caring service with vets and staff who know their craft and follow up afterward. Problems surface when emergencies hit: one elderly boxer went downhill two days post-vaccination (vets gave all shots at once without warning), and the clinic had no urgent slot for two days despite a concerned owner's calls. Another owner felt dismissed over a miscommunication about stool samples, and a third questioned a vet's medical judgment after seeking a second opinion. For routine care, the clinic shines; for acute crises, availability and communication gaps emerge.

Scheduling does work out for planned visits, and staff like Brian at the front desk and named vets like Arcuri and Andrew earn separate praise when they connect well with animals. The clinic claims to serve Lakewood and beyond since 1969, listing wellness checks, diagnostics, surgery, and preventive care. Those praising the place often mention every role firing on the same level, from receptionist through vet tech to veterinarian.

Praised for
  • professional and thorough care
  • compassionate staff across roles
  • helpful follow-up communication
  • accommodating scheduling and accessibility
Watch-outs
  • poor emergency responsiveness and triage
  • inconsistent communication and misinformation
  • variable vet professionalism and treatment decisions
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Best for: pet owners needing routine wellness, vaccines, and follow-up care
Think twice if: your pet has an acute health crisis requiring same-day or next-day emergency attention

Strengths

  • experienced staff known for patience with nervous or rambunctious animals
  • vets and techs coordinate care across preventive and advanced services
  • scheduling staff known for problem-solving and persistence

Worth knowing

  • Dr. Arcuri, Dr. Andrew, Dr. Bridston named in reviews
  • Brian works front desk scheduling
  • staff follow up within days of treatment via phone
  • health certificates issued (e.g., for international travel to Costa Rica)

What reviews say by service

General Veterinary Care
thorough exams and preventive care praised; accessibility gaps in urgent situations
Veterinary Surgery
surgical procedures listed and offered without review detail
Veterinary Dentistry
no review evidence

How it compares

  • Rated 4.7 against a 4.6 average across the 167 general veterinary care businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 83% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

Scoring Method
Star rating 80
Review volume 100
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 64
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

5
682
4
33
3
16
2
18
1
39

Common questions

Do they do follow-up care after treatment?
Yes. Staff call customers within days to check on recovery, as noted in recent reviews.
Can they issue health certificates for travel?
Yes. One reviewer had the clinic issue health certificates for travel to Costa Rica.
Do I need to bring a stool sample for diagnostic work?
Bring one. The clinic requires a fresh sample to run tests; phone advice on this requirement has been inconsistent.

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Last updated 2026-07-05