I have been taking my own 4 dogs to Lake Grove Veterinary Clinic since 2000 when I first moved to Lake Oswego, after trying two other clinics and being dissatisfied with both. In 2006 I moved to Scappoose, and I still continue to use Lake Grove, I know from conversations with other customers that I am not alone in choosing to remain with them even after moving away from the local area. In addition I have taken in a handful foster dogs and cats over the years. At various times my dogs have been under the care of all four current Doctors, every Veterinarian Technician, and Veterinarian's Assistant, and have also been in the care of their kennel staff in their Doggy Daycare and Boarding facilities. My dogs, two Chihuahuas, a Labrador Retriever, and a Shepherd/Rottweiler mix have been under their care for regular dental cleanings, physicals, vaccinations, nail trims and anal gland expressing, and have been treated for skin problems, a variety of minor injuries, a couple of major orthopedic injuries, a plethora of age related issues, minor (and some not so minor) surgeries removing "fatty" tumors, for a stroke, and two (the Shep/Rott at age 10 and the Lab at age 14) have since passed away from cancer. The two Chi's are ages 13 and 17 at the time of this review. In every instance the doctors and staff have treated my dogs and me with compassion and kindness. Doctors Hoffman, Creech, Harvey, and Weikum have always demonstrated that they are very competent and knowledgeable, and have always patiently taken the time and effort to make sure I understood what my dogs needed and for all the really difficult decisions, that I fully understood all my options. They have also demonstrated over the years that they really are more concerned for my dogs comfort and well being than generating revenue for the clinic, both advising to "wait and see" when an invasive or expensive diagnostic procedure would likely not be useful, and also referring me to outside specialists for second opinions and treatment in some of the more challenging health problems my dogs have faced. The Vet Techs and Assistants have all shown both gentleness and skill in handling my dogs during visits, often under circumstances where my dogs were un-cooperative due to stress and anxiety (the two Chi's and the Shep/Rott were rescues with abusive histories) As important as their general ability; all the doctors and staff at this clinic have demonstrated to me, over and over again that they care as much for my dogs’ happiness and well being as I do, or for that they will always be my first choice to care for my pups.

Great office. I was from out of town and needed to get my three dogs in. They were friendly, accomodating and knowledgeable. Dr. Hoffman was outstanding, he had great demeanor, he was informative and he was thorough. I wish I lived nearby, he would be my dogs new vet. Thank you.

LGVC is full of warm compassionate doctors who love their job and your pets. I found my experiences there met with true compassion and my geriatric Dalmations made the trip from Salem to go to this clinic - just because they care so much. Thank you for being here and doing the tough job that you do.

We have boarded our pet here for years and have been pleased with service and care. Recently we were told that in order to board we would be required to have a physical once a year for our pet. This sounds attentive but in reality it is just a conduit to gouge fees out of us. I am sure they learned this at a how to increase revenue seminar! Good lord I don't get a physical once a year! We will vote with our feet and go somewhere else.