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True Companions Veterinary Clinic

Updated 2026-07-06 · 1,309 reviewed · 191 listed · Scored from 1,043 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.2(1043) 72 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Verified Publishes prices
General Veterinary CareSurgery & Specialty CareVeterinary Dental CareLow-Cost & Affordable CareEmergency & Urgent CareExotic & Avian Care
True Companions Veterinary Clinic
Services
General Veterinary Care, Surgery & Specialty Care, Veterinary Dental Care
Reviews
1043

What recent reviews say

Most visits feel professional and humane, with staff genuinely invested in animal welfare and prices well below typical vet costs. However, front desk errors (lost records, contradictory phone-to-counter information) and a few vet or tech interactions marked by impatience or rough handling undermine the promise; experience varies sharply by appointment and staff member.

Dr. David Obrien earns specific praise for expertise. Reviewers consistently note affordability ($50 exams, low surgical pricing). Recent reviews hint at operational improvements, but medication handling missteps and lack of ownership for mistakes remain red flags for long-term clients.

Recent shift: Reviewers from 2–3 months ago note marked improvement in organization, staff professionalism, and anxiety management compared to their own prior visits. One reviewer called the change a "360° turnaround" after a negative past experience, suggesting operational or staffing reforms in progress.

Praised for
  • caring and compassionate staff
  • affordable pricing
  • experienced vets
  • organized and efficient experience
Watch-outs
  • inconsistent communication from front desk
  • disorganized record-keeping
  • variable vet and tech quality
  • rough handling of anxious pets
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Best for: budget-conscious pet owners seeking routine care; families comfortable with mission-driven clinics.
Think twice if: You need consistent, smooth front-desk communication or prefer handling of anxious animals to be extremely gentle; experiences vary by staff member.

Strengths

  • affordable surgical and exam pricing
  • Dr. David Obrien's expertise noted in reviews
  • mission-driven nonprofit (MaxFund affiliation implied)
  • evidence of recent operational improvements

Worth knowing

  • Dr. David Obrien praised for expertise with prolonged illness recovery
  • Website-listed services include laser therapy and outpatient parvo treatment
  • Recent reviewers report improved organization and staff awareness compared to past visits
  • Front desk has lost or misplaced records; medication refills have been shorted and contradicted by staff

What reviews say by service

General Veterinary Care
Routine exams and vaccinations praised for affordability and care quality; record-keeping inconsistent.
Surgery & Specialty Care
Spay/neuter surgery feedback positive when vet is attentive; one review cited unusually high quote ($1,000+ for small-dog neuter) that seemed inflated.
Veterinary Dental Care
No direct review mentions of dental services.
Low-Cost & Affordable Care
Reviewers explicitly praise pricing as very reasonable and budget-friendly; core strength of the clinic.
Emergency & Urgent Care
Outpatient parvo treatment listed on website; no review-based evidence of emergency responsiveness.
Exotic & Avian Care
No review-based evidence of exotic or avian services.

How it compares

  • Rated 4.2 against a 4.58 average across the 174 general veterinary care businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 93% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

Ranking Method
Star rating 47
Review volume 100
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 48
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

5
735
4
103
3
43
2
30
1
132

Common questions

Do you have emergency after-hours care?
The inputs do not specify emergency hours. Their website lists 7-day opening hours, but detail is limited.
What are typical spay and neuter costs?
Dog spay $222–$318, dog neuter $196–$258, cat spay $166, cat neuter $125, according to their website.
Do you require an appointment?
Yes, the clinic requires appointments and does not accept drop-in visits.
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Last updated 2026-07-06