Pearl Animal Hospital
Vets in Portland
This listing comprehensive veterinary care for dogs and cats in Portland, with a team known for thorough examinations and transparent cost explanations. Clients consistently praise the compassionate, responsive care their pets receive at this established practice.
- Address: 1250 NW 10th Ave, Portland, OR 97209, USA
- Phone: (503) 954-3393
- Website: Visit website
- Rating: 4.5 out of 5 (335 reviews)
- Category: Vets
Pearl's been my go-to on NW 10th Ave since they opened and honestly the vets here actually explain what they're doing and why before they bill you for it. That's the thing that keeps me coming back—they break down costs upfront so there's no surprise invoice at the end. Dr. Anders built a solid foundation there and the team carries that through. The waiting room isn't going to blow your mind but the actual care is methodical. They take time with dogs that are anxious or reactive, which matters if you've got something dealing with stress. I've had them work with me on scheduling around medication timing and that kind of stuff.
Main thing: read their intake forms carefully and flag anything specific about your dog's temperament or health history. They rely on that info. If your dog gets freaked out at the vet, mention it ahead so they can plan accordingly. It's not a luxury clinic with fancy amenities but it's professional and thorough. Close to Laurelhurst Off-Leash if you want to burn off some energy before or after, which is clutch. They're solid for vaccines, checkups, and actual problem-solving—not just pushing treatments you don't need. The team's consistently kind without being saccharine about it. Just call ahead for appointments because it fills up, especially if you need specific time slots for pre-med or anything like that.
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