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Wadsworth Animal Hospital

Updated 2026-07-09 · 1,217 reviewed · 179 listed · Scored from 472 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.7(472) 84 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Verified
General Veterinary CareVeterinary SurgeryVeterinary DentistryLow-Cost & Affordable Care
Wadsworth Animal Hospital
Services
General Veterinary Care, Veterinary Surgery, Veterinary Dentistry
Reviews
472

What recent reviews say

Wadsworth earns strong trust for hands-on care and genuine compassion. Staff explain thoroughly, adapt to anxious pets with patience, and handle difficult diagnoses with kindness. Surgery and dentistry come recommended, and vets like Dr. Erika Olson offer alternative therapies. One patient found the clinic quick to recommend extensive testing and subsequent treatment charges steep. Another had a visit billed as a consultation without consent and felt judgment replaced flexibility when their dog was nervous.

Most customers drive extra distance to stay loyal, praising the neighborhood feel and willingness to slow down. The facility is clean and staff are notably friendly. A few note occasional waits are acceptable when the vet before you needed extra time. Cash-only payment is mentioned as a drawback.

Praised for
  • compassionate, attentive staff
  • clear, thorough explanations
  • skilled dentistry and surgery
  • patient with nervous or shy animals
  • clean, comfortable facility
Watch-outs
  • unnecessary testing and costs
  • occasional wait times
  • refusal to treat nervous dog without heavy medication
  • lack of clear communication about charges
  • cash-only payment restriction
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Best for: pet owners willing to travel for compassionate, thorough care and specialty services
Think twice if: customers concerned about testing scope and costs, or those with nervous dogs who prefer clinics flexible without medication prerequisites

Strengths

  • experienced, named veterinarians (Dr. Erika Olson, Dr. Danielle Graziano, Dr. Bob)
  • on-site surgery and dental services
  • alternative therapies including acupuncture and laser therapy
  • patience and adaptability with anxious or shy pets

Worth knowing

  • Dr. Erika Olson practices acupuncture and laser therapy; examines small dogs on the floor for comfort
  • Dr. Danielle Graziano especially recommended for anxious cats; takes time to explain end-of-life care
  • Dr. Bob leads team noted for cat extractions and compassionate end-of-life care
  • Dental surgery and extractions performed on-site; described as excellent work
  • One patient charged $78 as consultation fee without explicit consent
  • One patient reported $2,000 spent on extensive testing for elevated calcium without final diagnosis; symptoms resolved without intervention

What reviews say by service

General Veterinary Care
thorough exams and clear guidance praised; one patient felt over-tested for a condition that resolved without treatment
Veterinary Surgery
dental surgery work described as excellent; staff handle anxious animals well during procedures
Veterinary Dentistry
cat tooth extractions and dental surgeries recommended and completed on-site
Low-Cost & Affordable Care
not positioned as low-cost; charges for testing and unannounced consultation fee raised affordability concerns for at least one patient

How it compares

  • Rated 4.7 against a 4.58 average across the 148 general veterinary care businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 71% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

Ranking Method
Star rating 80
Review volume 100
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 61
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

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24

Common questions

Do they offer payment plans or accept credit cards?
One review mentions the clinic is currently cash-only, which some customers see as a drawback.
Will they see nervous or anxious pets?
Yes, the clinic is known for patience with shy and nervous animals. Dr. Erika Olson examines small dogs on the floor for comfort. One customer reported refusal to treat their nervous dog without heavy medication, and recommended seeking a second opinion if your pet's anxiety is mild.
Do they offer alternative therapies?
Yes. Their website lists acupuncture and laser therapy. Dr. Erika Olson specifically practices acupuncture and red light therapy.

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Last updated 2026-07-09