El Dorado Animal Hospital
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El Dorado Animal Hospital
We are a full service, AAHA accredited veterinary clinic in Fountain Hills, Arizona. We provide medical, dental, surgical, and animal emergency hospital services for dogs and cats. Our mission is to provide honest and personalized veterinary care in a comfortable environment, where pets are treated with compassion and owners are treated with respect.

El Dorado Animal Hospital is an AAHA accredited hospital. The American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA) sets the standard for quality pet care in veterinary hospitals.
Services
Our dedicated, sterile dental suite is well-equipped and includes digital dental radiology. The ScanX dental radiology system provides x-ray images of different sizes to be instantly viewed on a high-resolution screen. Larger x-ray plates allow for fewer x-rays to be taken and your obtaining the diagnostic images faster.
El Dorado Animal Hospital was designed with client comfort and patient care in mind. The technology we provide allows for quicker diagnostics with more accuracy. We have provided the option for use of a separate cat waiting area to help make our feline patients more comfortable while at the veterinarian.
I grew up in a small town in South Dakota. I always looked up to the veterinarian who took care of my dogs and cats, and also our farm animals. He was kind, compassionate, and we often saw him around town. Everyone knew Doc and he was always happy to stop and visit. I decided to attend veterinary school to become one of the respected members of my community.
Although there is a far greater number of pet cats in the United States, cats receive veterinary care much less frequently than dogs. Unfortunately, this fact isn't a testament to the health and vigor of cats but rather an indication of the poor state of feline care in the country. It's also true that vet appointments are typically more stressful on cats and cat owners.
Unless you regularly provide your dogs or cats some form of dental care at home, you're neglecting a very important aspect of your pet's overall health. And even if you brush your pet's teeth and feed them veterinary-approved dental chews, there are a number of conditions that pet owners are either unequipped or unable to treat on their own.
Reviews (18)
Jacob Shotwell
Jacob Shotwell
Oct 06, 2021
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The doctors at El Dorado are extremely knowledgeable and caring; they've taken wonderful care of our cats and I'm grateful for their expertise. The staff here is exceptional, too - it's always easy to work with them.
We love this clinic so much that we've continued to take our cats there even after moving 40 minutes away!
Jesse Hutchison
Jesse Hutchison
Jul 25, 2021
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We are so lucky to have a vet so close to us and what a loving, supportive team. All the staff is professional and empathetic. We've had several pet emergencies this year and each time, they have seen us the same day. Dr. Wallitsch always takes her time with us and listens to our concerns.
All the staff there clearly love animals and they interact so lovingly with our pets. They always tell us how sweet they are after their visits. It really makes us feel like they're in good hands. We would recommend this clinic to anyone in Fountain Hills. They treat our pets like they are their own and it is
Elisa Ross
Elisa Ross
Jul 01, 2021
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Positive: Professionalism, Quality, Reliability
Dr Bashaw is awesome! Really knowledge, trustworthy, and informative. You can tell she really cares about your pet! Most vets just give you a price list and don't bother explaining options. She takes time to ensure you understand what alternatives are available.
Jill E.
Jill E.
Dec 27, 2020
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Dr. Bashaw is extremely knowledgeable, kind and compassionate. She and her staff(team) are excellent. I am grateful for such a caring, professional animal hospital in our area.
Jennifer Latino
Jennifer Latino
Jul 08, 2020
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Dr. Marshall and the entire staff are hero's to my family. I called them in an emergency situation in a hysterical panic thinking my dog was dying in my arms. Kelsey did such an amazing job keeping me calm while we rushed him there as fast as we could. He was bit by a rattlesnake not once, but twice. He is smiling and walking with all four limbs today because of their quick action and in depth knowledge. We are now happy to call El Dorado our main veterinarians.
Stevi Lamb-Rehberg
Stevi Lamb-Rehberg
Oct 21, 2019
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I am so grateful for Dr. Bashaw and her amazing staff! My Italian Greyhound had extensive oral surgery last week and is doing so well. I have never had such wonderful care and highly recommend El Dorado Animal for your pet's healthcare.
Dawn M.
Dawn M.
Oct 01, 2019
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There is nothing worse than calling your vet in an emergency situation during regular business hours and they tell you take you loved family member to an emergency hospital. It was very apparent they just didn’t care and did not want to show any kindness to even assess the situation. I will be moving all 3 of my animals immediately. Lack or kindness or compassion.
Ramona Kelemen
Ramona Kelemen
Sep 07, 2019
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I am very thankful to Dr. Bashaw and the staff for the professionalism, promptitude and the entire service we received for our cat. Please don’t hesitate to take your loved pet to this clinic. As a doctor myself, appreciate the knowledge of a doctor. I appreciate when no one takes advantage of our love for pets. Dr. Bashaw did take her time to go… over all the options we have for our cat and helped us choose the simplest approach and move on with more invasive investigations if will be necessary. I can not thank enough! our Mia is already 75% better! Thank you 🙏🏻
Vanessa Emerson
Vanessa Emerson
Aug 08, 2019
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When our kitten was diagnosed with FIP, we knew we needed a feline specialist to guide our journey. I'm so grateful that we were referred to Dr. Marshall by Fearless Kitty Rescue. Dr. Marshall gave our Sienna exceptional care and helped us give Sienna several more enjoyable, pain free months -- time that we will always treasure. It was a gift made possible by the team at El Dorado. Highly recommended!
Liz Roedema-Monaghan
Liz Roedema-Monaghan
Jun 08, 2019
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I recently lost my 2 girls in the span of 6 weeks. Drs M and B were compassionate and caring, as was the staff there. I, as well as my dogs, were treated with kindness and respect. I cannot day enough about them.
Anya Krupski
Anya Krupski
Feb 18, 2019
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Both dr are very caring and professional, I trust both of them with my dogs health and now new puppies. I know, they will always give me their honest opinion and the best care for furry babies. Definitely will recommend.
Renee EaglesNest
Renee EaglesNest
Jan 19, 2019
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Dr Bashaw and her team of caring professionals are Top Notch!! She is the best, most dedicated veterinary doctor we’ve ever had for our fur babies. We’re so lucky to have her here in Fountain Hills. Mookie loves all of the ladies at El Dorado...especially his best bud, Allyssa ❤️
Dawn Vandell
Dawn Vandell
Jan 17, 2019
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I adopted a cat, Charlie, from fearless kitty in April. January 17 was his first visit outside the house and to el dorado. Dr. Bashaw was amazing and very calming to Charlie. As we were checking out they said for the shot and check up, but I said she didn’t give him a shot. They checked with dr. B and she had. Neither Charlie nor I noticed. She is amazing.
Amanda Mclaughlin
Amanda Mclaughlin
Dec 11, 2018
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I cannot begin to tell you how amazing the staff at Else Dorado Animal Hospital is. Unfortunately I had to use their emergency services to put my German Shepherd to sleep, but this staff went above and beyond! I had originally called because I couldn't get my dog into my car by myself and they tried to see if they had someone available. My fiance ended up getting home in time so I had called to let them know I had help and was on my way. Once I walked in the door they greeted me and knew who I was. They helped my fiance carry my girl inside and took us to a private room. The doctor came in right
Marlene Burns
Marlene Burns
Jul 04, 2018
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I found Dr. Bashaw at El Dorado Animal Hospital three years ago. She is fantastic. The previous vet had misdiagnosed both my dogs multiple times and had them on unnecessary antibiotics and other meds. When Cupcake came to El Dorado, she was losing her hair along with some other unpleasant symptoms. Dr. Bashaw diagnosed her with Cushing's Disease and has since managed it amazingly well. Cupcake was soon feeling much better and regrew her beautiful coat. When she suffered a nasty dog bite recently at daycare, everyone in the office was very empathetic even though they see injuries all the time. Dr
Debbie Dozal Manheim
Debbie Dozal Manheim
Apr 11, 2018
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I love love love this place. Can't say enough good things about it. They are so sweet and caring here. My vet, doctor bashaw, is the nicest nicest human being. And she is so caring towards my animals. She has spent so much quality time with my cat, and has gone above and beyond her job duties to take care of my cat. I really really appreciate her immensely, and so do my animals!
Alyssa Chauncey
Alyssa Chauncey
Nov 03, 2017
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So grateful for Dr. Bashaw and all staff. I've had pets my entire life and have dealt with every veterinary practice in town and in others -- no one else compares. If you're new to town or looking for a veterinary practice for any reason, you won't regret going to El Dorado. Kind, competent staff and doctors who care as much about your pet's health as you do.
Cd Richard
Cd Richard
May 13, 2017
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Once you've met Dr. Bashaw, it'll be difficult to trust any other vet with your animals' care. She's that good!
I first met Dr. Bashaw when she was just a "regular employee" of a vet practice in Scottsdale. I had brought my adorable rescue Labrador into see her and was immediately impressed with her professionalism and attention to detail, not only in the exam room but in follow-up emails.
Then there was her own special way of giving an animal a shot. They never see it coming and never know when it's over because to them, it never happened in the first place. Trivial, perhaps, but it shows the