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State Of The Heart Veterinary Care

Updated 2026-07-09 · 1,137 reviewed · 177 listed · Scored from 170 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.9(170) 88 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Verified Publishes prices
Specialty & Referral CareVeterinary PharmacyGeneral Veterinary CareVeterinary SurgeryEmergency & Urgent CareExotic & Avian Vet
State Of The Heart Veterinary Care
Services
Specialty & Referral Care, Veterinary Pharmacy, General Veterinary Care
Reviews
170

What recent reviews say

Staff greet anxious pets and their owners with calm patience; vets listen closely and explain options without pushing costly procedures. Appointments come quickly, prices stay fair, and regulars praise the solo veterinarian's diagnostic skill and genuine care across routine and emergency visits.

Two serious complaints over 170 reviews describe a confrontation with the owner over unmet promises about accommodation for an anxious dog. The vast majority trust this practice enough to return with multiple pets and recommend it unprompted.

Praised for
  • friendly and compassionate staff
  • gentle handling of anxious pets
  • knowledgeable vets who find root causes
  • reasonable prices without unnecessary upsells
  • fast same-day appointments
Watch-outs
  • confrontational owner in rare disputes
  • denial of promised accommodations
  • rough handling during one visit
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Best for: Pet owners with anxious animals who value continuity of care and transparent, reasonable pricing
Think twice if: Escalation risk if you challenge the owner during a complaint; check your communication expectations for promise-keeping

Strengths

  • Solo veterinarian you see each visit
  • Same-day emergency appointments often available
  • Clear communication and written follow-up
  • Pricing transparency and budget-conscious care

Worth knowing

  • Dr. Justin Daughtry (owner/veterinarian named in multiple reviews)
  • Mary at front desk mentioned by name across multiple visits
  • Staff includes Jess and Holland
  • One reviewer named a team member called Forest who specializes in making scared puppies comfortable
  • Military discount mentioned
  • Euthanasia care praised for compassion

What reviews say by service

General Veterinary Care
Calm handling of anxious pets during routine exams and quick same-day slots for emergencies praised repeatedly
Veterinary Surgery
Thorough surgical care with clear pre-operative communication; spay and tumor removals mentioned positively
Veterinary Dentistry
Dental procedures (scaling, extraction, radiographs) available at posted starting price of $420; limited direct review evidence
Specialty & Referral Care
Veterinarian solves complex cases (allergies, cardiac referrals) other practices missed; known for root-cause diagnosis
Emergency & Urgent Care
Same-day emergency availability and rapid euthanasia support during end-of-life strongly praised for compassion
Exotic & Avian Vet
Listed as service but no specific review evidence of exotic pet care

How it compares

  • Rated 4.9 against a 4.54 average across the 108 specialty & referral care businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 44% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

How We Rank
Star rating 91
Review volume 97
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 67
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

5
165
4
0
3
0
2
0
1
5

Common questions

Can I get an appointment the same day?
Yes. Multiple reviewers report same-day appointments for routine and emergency visits, often within an hour.
Do you try to sell unnecessary procedures?
No. Reviewers consistently note the vet offers tests and procedures as options, not pressure, and respects budget constraints.
What is the first visit cost?
The business website advertises $50 off the first exam; one emergency visit was billed at $99.
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Last updated 2026-07-09