If you have a nervous dog, this is the place to go. From the first phone call, I explained my situation and felt understood. Great accommodation to get an appointment same day. Once at the clinic, the great experience continued with no pressure for my dog and all positive reinforcement. They understood my individual situation and were able to give me great options as well as alternatives/ other resources that could help me. Completely reasonable cost for the time they invested. I will definitely be going back here for my future pet needs! Very please with the experience.
Dr. Walsh has been Sammy’s veterinarian since we moved to the Seattle area. I’ll never forget the first appointment when we walked in and Dr. Walsh immediately got on the floor to greet Sammy at her level and put her at ease. Throughout the years I can attest that I have been a very overprotective dog mom and tough client, asking lots of questions and worrying about every single thing when it comes to Sam. Despite that, Dr. Walsh has consistently helped me navigate all the test results and information with the utmost care and guidance. In 2020, Sam had mysterious high vitamin D levels with no clear symptoms. As the world was turned upside down, Dr. Walsh partnered with me on research, talking with the veterinary community, and sending out lab samples to specialists. Most recently, a mass was discovered on Sam’s spleen making for hardest week of my life as I was getting X-rays, an ultrasound, to eventually emergency splenectomy surgery. Everything was moving so quickly, and Dr. Walsh made herself available during such a busy time of year to get me the resources, referrals, and information quickly so I could take care of my girl. She messaged me first thing on a weekend with the news. By God’s grace, the mass was benign.
The veterinary industry has been rocked by so many challenges the last few years since COVID. As frustrating as it can be for pet parents, these vets, vet techs, and staff are all working tirelessly every day to fill the need and increased demand because they love animals and our pets as much as we do. Give patience and grace to these superheroes who are giving their best every day to serve their community. I’m so incredibly thankful for Dr. Walsh for everything she has done to give my girl the best life. To the staff at VCA Kent who know me and Sam by name, thank you for being our care team and for making us feel seen and a part of your family.
