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Goldsmith Veterinary Clinic

Updated 2026-07-10 · 1,287 reviewed · 184 listed · Scored from 828 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.8(828) 87 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Verified
Large Animal & EquineGeneral Veterinary CareLow-Cost & Vaccine ClinicsVeterinary PharmacySurgery & Specialty CareEmergency & Urgent CareVeterinary Dental CareExotic & Avian Care
Goldsmith Veterinary Clinic
Services
Large Animal & Equine, General Veterinary Care, Low-Cost & Vaccine Clinics
Reviews
828

What recent reviews say

Goldsmith earns consistent praise for staff who spend time calming fearful animals and answer questions thoroughly. Most reviewers highlight Dr. Baxter, Dr. Norberg, and named staff like Lauren, Lyndsey, and Virginia as particularly attentive. One serious complaint alleges the vet downplayed a senior dog's heart failure prognosis, failed to offer overnight admission, and caused preventable suffering, though the clinic did refund medication costs.

Praised for
  • compassionate staff
  • patient with anxious pets
  • knowledgeable vets
  • responsive same-day care
  • dignified end-of-life support
Watch-outs
  • poor communication on prognosis
  • undisclosed care options
  • lack of transparency about severity
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Best for: Pet owners with anxious or fearful animals; owners seeking same-day care and attentive bedside manner.
Think twice if: Senior pet owners should ensure clear discussion of prognosis, available treatment options, and end-of-life plans before proceeding with care.

Strengths

  • AAHA-accredited full-service clinic
  • same-day appointment availability
  • patient, low-stress handling of anxious pets
  • compassionate end-of-life and grief support

Worth knowing

  • Dr. Baxter, Dr. Norberg, and staff members Lauren, Lyndsey, and Virginia named as standouts
  • Same-day appointment obtained for vaccination
  • Cremation and aftercare services offered with private goodbye room
  • One senior dog case: $878 charged for exam/labs/meds; $200 refunded for unused medication

What reviews say by service

General Veterinary Care
Routine exams praised for patience and thoroughness; one complaint about inadequate prognosis communication on age-related conditions.
Emergency & Urgent Care
Same-day appointment and quick care noted positively.
Veterinary Dental Care
Limited review evidence; no specific dental feedback.

How it compares

  • Rated 4.8 against a 4.58 average across the 109 large animal & equine businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 85% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

Scoring Method
Star rating 86
Review volume 100
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 67
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

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777
4
19
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5
2
7
1
20

Common questions

Can I get a same-day appointment?
Yes. One reviewer obtained same-day care for a vaccination.
Does Goldsmith offer cremation services?
Yes. They offer cremation and allow owners private time to say goodbye in a back room.
How long have they been operating?
Since 1997, according to their website.
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Last updated 2026-07-10