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Gentle Touch Animal Hospital

Updated 2026-07-10 · 1,287 reviewed · 184 listed · Scored from 867 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.7(867) 85 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Verified
General Veterinary CareLow-Cost & Vaccine ClinicsVeterinary PharmacySurgery & Specialty CareEmergency & Urgent CareVeterinary Dental CareExotic & Avian CareLarge Animal & Equine
Gentle Touch Animal Hospital
Services
General Veterinary Care, Low-Cost & Vaccine Clinics, Veterinary Pharmacy
Reviews
867

What recent reviews say

Five years of consistent service and genuine care define this hospital. Staff spend time answering questions and treat nervous animals gently; vets call to check in after visits. The team goes beyond clinical work, offering a comfort room for euthanasia and remembering pets with handwritten cards.

Recent reviews highlight emergency willingness, dental expertise, and compassionate handling of serious illness. One reviewer described the vets as attentive, non-rushed, and never making pets feel like appointments on a schedule. Pricing draws mixed reactions: some call it reasonable, others cite steep bills for routine shots or dental work.

Praised for
  • compassionate and caring staff
  • skilled vets who explain thoroughly
  • attentive to anxious/nervous pets
  • strong follow-up and communication
  • willing to help in emergencies
Watch-outs
  • high prices for routine care
  • medical negligence claimed in older reviews
  • lack of transparency and accountability
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Best for: Pet owners with anxious animals or serious medical conditions who value communication and follow-up care
Think twice if: Budget-conscious owners; review pricing upfront for routine services like vaccinations and dental care

Strengths

  • Fear Free and AAHA accredited
  • staff that spend time explaining care
  • emergency availability when others refuse
  • follow-up calls and check-ins after visits

Worth knowing

  • Named vets: Dr. Dunham, Dr. VanKoot, Dr. Drees, Dr. Snyder
  • Named staff: Natalie (vet tech), Brandon (front desk/tech)
  • Fear Free Certified Professionals
  • AAHA accredited
  • Comfort room for euthanasia
  • Sends cards to families who lose pets
  • Provides pre and post-operative instructions for dental work
  • Will treat emergencies without upfront payment requirement

What reviews say by service

General Veterinary Care
Five-year clients praise consistent, attentive care; newer clients report thorough exams and good communication
Emergency & Urgent Care
Willing to treat when other facilities refuse; one reviewer praised immediate response to seriously ill dog
Veterinary Dental Care
Staff provide detailed pre and post-operative instructions; cleaning described as thorough
Surgery & Specialty Care
Dental surgical procedures documented in reviews; no other surgical complaints or praise noted

How it compares

  • Rated 4.7 against a 4.58 average across the 170 general veterinary care businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 87% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

Scoring Method
Star rating 80
Review volume 100
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 67
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

5
771
4
29
3
8
2
11
1
48

Common questions

Are you open seven days a week?
Yes, the business publishes hours for all seven days.
Will you treat my pet in an emergency even if I don't have money upfront?
Yes. A recent reviewer was admitted and treated when other hospitals refused without a $2000 upfront deposit.
Do you offer follow-up communication after visits?
Yes. Reviewers mention receiving check-in calls after appointments and detailed post-operative instructions.

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Last updated 2026-07-10