Companion Animal Clinic

4.9 (240 reviews)

17 pet owners visit this clinic

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10998 Clara Barton Dr, Fairfax Station, VA 22039, USA

Hours

Monday 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM Tuesday 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM Wednesday 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM Thursday 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM Friday 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM Saturday 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM Sunday Closed

How to Save on Veterinary Costs at Companion Animal Clinic

Preventive care

Routine wellness exams can help identify health issues early, often before they become more serious or expensive to treat. Regular checkups are one of the most effective ways to manage long term veterinary costs.

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Getting to Know Your Veterinarian

Choosing a veterinarian is an important decision for pet parents. A strong vet relationship is built on trust, communication, and understanding your pet’s individual needs.

Experience

Ask whether the clinic has experience treating your specific type of pet, since care can vary between dogs, cats, and pocket pets.

Emergency Care Procedures

It’s helpful to understand how the clinic handles after-hours emergencies, including whether they provide emergency services or refer to nearby emergency hospitals.

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Breed Specific Health Considerations

Some breeds may be more prone to certain health conditions. Early awareness can help with prevention and early treatment.

Facility Tour

If available, touring the clinic can help you and your pet feel more comfortable before the first visit.


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Reviews from Google

4.9

240 reviews

Today I had the unpleasant experience of talking with someone named, Wendy. I was asking for a refill prescription for my animal that was mistreated at this practice. I told her how my cat was mistreated last time he was seen & how he left with a huge chunk of hair missing from his head. Her response was “well if he was mistreated here why don’t you just get the medicine from your new vet” … when I asked Wendy if there was someone else I could speak to because she had been so incredibly nasty & unhelpful, she said no. She said there was no one else in the office. Absolutely disgusting behavior. I was calling to get vet records transferred and a final prescription so he is in fact able to be seen at a practice that won’t mistreat him. She didn’t ask me for the new vet and refused to transfer his records. I called back 15 minutes later & shocker.. someone else was in fact there to help me. So not only was she nasty & unhelpful, she flat out lied to me.

Aug 28, 2023

I highly recommend Companion Animal Clinic for your pet’s medical needs. I have been taking my dog there for over 13 years. Staff is very knowledgeable and caring.

Apr 7, 2023

Doctor McGrath is absolutely amazing. My dog struggles with anxiety and when another local vet gave up on her (Parkway Vet) she worked with us and made a huge difference. I cannot say enough about Dr. McGrath.they are a bit more pricey but for us, totally worth every penny.

Jul 13, 2023

This was not my first time as a client at CAC, but it was the first time for my current dog and cat. Both times we saw Dr. Samantha Goodridge, who is amazing! She is incredibly knowledgeable and takes the time to explain everything going on and all the options in a way I could understand. Her manner is fabulous with the animals and we loved our visits with her!

Jun 1, 2023

CAC has taken care of our canine family members, Kilo, Annie and Roxie over the last 30+ years. Although there have been some changes there in staff and Vets over the years, the level of care has never varied. They obviously love our canine family members as much as we do. Thank you, Companion Care Givers.

Jun 7, 2023