Laguna Beach Veterinary Medical Center

Terrible experience today. Firstly, my dog gets very anxious at the vet and the vet knows this from past experiences. And, we were in just two weeks ago. I called for a simple refill of his flea/tic/heartworm medicine, but was told I had to bring my dog in dor yearly bloodwork. Now I ask you, yearly blood work couldn't have been done two weeks ago when we were in then? No mention of it then, that's for sure. My dog was fully "up to date" they told me then. So, today I brought my dog in again. He was very anxious as always, yelping out of fear and oerceived abandonment all the way back into the treatment area. Twenty minutes pass and then I'm told that they couldn't do bloodwork because of his anxiety. He would need a prescription for trazodone and a return visit. On top of that, no flea/tic/heartworm medicine in stock, which was really the only thing I really needed! They couldn't have told me any of this over the phone before we came in? As I said, they know my dog. He went through another bout of severe anxiety at the vet with no a single thing gained. And, what do they tell me as an excuse? "We're in the process of changing ownership." My recommendation: Stay away from this place, far away. Your dog will thank you. We are getting another vet.

posted: 08/18/2023

So very grateful that I brought my kitty Winnie Rose here. Everything from the warm greeting we received to the clinics impeccable cleanliness was a great first impression. The lovely Vet Tech Charlotte was so helpful and gentle with Winnie. She kept Winnie comfy and calm during the entire visit. Dr. Mukhtar was very thorough and nothing short of outstanding! Due to our tight budget the Vet came up with a low cost solution to try out first and see how Winnie would respond. We are happy to say it worked like a charm and Winnie is doing so much better! His solution helped us give her the immediate relief she needed and the option to have a follow up X-ray. It's such a huge relief to finally find a Vet Clinic that exceeds all of our expectations. Thank you♡

posted: 06/13/2023

Dr. Mukhtar and his team are caring and responsive. I was referred to them by a family member and went to their office frantic and worried about my senior dog. I was terrified of vet visits based on prior experiences but they made the process of diagnosis as painless as possible. Their lab reports came straight to me via text in less than 24 hours with simple and easy to understand commentary. They answered every phone call and answered all of my questions with utmost care and respect. Extra brownie points to Liz. Her loving smile feels like family.

posted: 04/28/2023

I am shattered to know Dr. Mukhtar is leaving. Thank you for the most kind hearted vet care we have ever received. Happy trails to you sir! You will certainly be missed!!

posted: 08/03/2023

the doctor and staff were very available, approachable and comforting during my emergency visit. they explained every step of their interaction clearly so that i was able to understand a very complex diagnosis and treatment plan.

posted: 03/29/2023