Animals 'R' Us

Vets in Boise

This listing offers a veterinary clinic in Boise where dogs are welcome. The veterinarians and staff provide quality care, though some customers report scheduling delays and limited front desk communication.

• Address: 3435 N Cole Rd, Boise, ID 83704, USA
• Phone: (208) 853-3535
• Website: Visit website
• Rating: 4.5 out of 5 (338 reviews)
• Category: Vets

Animals 'R' Us on Cole Road has solid vets who actually know what they're doing—the medical side is legit. But heads up: expect to wait 45 minutes to an hour past your appointment time, sometimes longer. I've been taking my dogs there for over a decade, and this isn't occasional. It's the norm. The real problem isn't that appointments run over (that happens everywhere), it's that nobody at the front desk tells you anything. You'll sit there wondering if they forgot about you, and the three people up front won't volunteer info about the delay or give you an estimate on when you'll actually be seen. I've left multiple times because I had other stuff to do and didn't want to block out three hours for what should've been 30 minutes.

If you're flexible with time and can just hang out, the medical care makes it worth the hassle. But if you've got work, kids to pick up, or actual plans after your appointment, this'll drive you nuts. Call ahead before you go in—that's the move. The location's convenient if you're already on the north side near Cole, and it's close to Molenaar Dog Park if you want to burn off some energy before or after. Just don't expect to be seen when they say you will be. Other clinics in Boise manage their schedules better, so weigh whether the vet quality here is worth the administrative headache. It wasn't for me after the tenth time.

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