VCA Manito Animal Hospital

Vets in Spokane

This listing veterinary care for dogs and cats in Spokane, with a Fear Free certified veterinarian on staff. The clinic welcomes pets and offers comprehensive medical services for your animals.

  • Address: 2304 E 57th Ave, Spokane, WA 99223, USA
  • Phone: (509) 448-1444
  • Website: Visit website
  • Rating: 4.5 out of 5 (164 reviews)
  • Category: Vets

VCA Manito Animal Hospital sits on E 57th Ave in the Manito area, and here's the thing—the reviews are genuinely split down the middle depending on who you see. Dr. Bodenstein has the Fear Free certification and several people report their anxious dogs handled visits way better because of it. If your dog stresses at the vet, that matters. But the catch is consistency. Multiple reviews mention the front desk staff being cold, and some describe Bodenstein himself as rushed or lacking social skills, which is weird because other clients say he's incredibly kind and explains treatment plans clearly. It's not just one disgruntled person either—multiple reviews call out the same tension between clinical competence and patient experience.

The other detail worth noting: people mention feeling pressured to upsell services during visits. That's a red flag to track your own instincts during appointments and get a second opinion if something feels unnecessary. The location works if you're already near Manito Park or heading toward the eastern part of town. Parking and actual clinic hours aren't spelled out in the available info, so call ahead at 2304 E 57th Ave before showing up.

Bottom line—if your dog legitimately has anxiety issues at vet visits, the Fear Free approach might be worth dealing with an awkward front desk. But if you're sensitive to feeling rushed or pressured, or you value rapport with your vet, read between the lines here. This clinic has real skill but people are leaving over the experience itself, not the medical care. That's worth factoring in before committing.

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