Westside Animal Hospital has been providing progressive & quality veterinary care to pets in the Durham, NC area for over 25 years. Vets To Vets United, Inc. would like to thank Dr. Williams and hospital staff at Westside Animal Hospital for the outstanding dental care provided for our service animals.
Oral health is extremely important for overall health of our pups. Dr. Williams's expertise has allowed our pups to thrive and live healthy lives. We are also extremely grateful for the support that Dr. Hoover has provided for our veteran/pup teams through the Paws and Whiskers Fund. Thanks, Westside for your partnership and for all that you do to support our US Military veterans and their working animals.
Oral health is extremely important for overall health of our pups. Dr. Williams's expertise has allowed our pups to thrive and live healthy lives. We are also extremely grateful for the support that Dr. Hoover has provided for our veteran/pup teams through the Paws and Whiskers Fund. Thanks, Westside for your partnership and for all that you do to support our US Military veterans and their working animals.
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We are equipped with all of the latest technologies in veterinary medicine so that we can provide the best care available today. That said we will never push our clients into using expensive diagnostics and treatments just because they are available. We want to empower our clients to make informed decisions regarding their pet's health.
We would like to make providing the right nutrition for your pet as easy as possible. You can now order Purina Pro Plan diets and have them delivered right to your door. Shipping is fast and free to our clients. VetDirect offers Purina pet diet options. If your pet requires another brand of veterinary diet, please contact our office for ordering details.
The Veterinary Dental Clinic of North Carolina (VDCNC) is pleased to offer advanced veterinary dental care to patients across the state of North Carolina. The mission of VDCNC is to provide advanced dental services and oral surgery to pets in need and to educate providers on the latest advances in veterinary dentistry.
Westside Animal Hospital provides free heartworm treatments and professional dental services (in partnership with the Veterinary Dental Clinic of North Carolina) through The Paws & Whiskers Fund. The Paws & Whiskers Fund was established to provide free veterinary care to adoptable pets in need in the local area.
Reviews (28)
Deanna Sedlak
Dec 22, 2021
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Positive: Professionalism, Quality, Responsiveness, Value
I called to get my cat in to be seen for a UTI and they got me in the same day. They listened to all of my concerns, symptoms, past history, etc. and were very helpful and friendly. Will be returning if my regular vet is ever closed when I have a pet emergency again.
I called to get my cat in to be seen for a UTI and they got me in the same day. They listened to all of my concerns, symptoms, past history, etc. and were very helpful and friendly. Will be returning if my regular vet is ever closed when I have a pet emergency again.
Elizabeth Prata
Dec 21, 2021
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Nick Contini
Dec 03, 2021
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By far the best place I’ve taken my dog. My chihuahua is not the most socialized dog and is often very nervous/anxious in situations where he doesn’t know all the people in the room. He also only likes to be held by a few people. At Westside every vet that has worked with him has been patient and very kind to him. Would recommend to any pet owner.
Susan Alden
Dec 01, 2021
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Jenna Guerra
Dec 01, 2021
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Staff were friendly, efficient, and thorough. I know there have been many changes to the way healthcare is performed lately, but any stress or frustration felt by the vet team did not come through and I respect and appreciate that.
My pet was looked over and we received medication in under 30 min after we got checked in. That’s awesome! Thank you!
My pet was looked over and we received medication in under 30 min after we got checked in. That’s awesome! Thank you!
Michael Matuszewski
Nov 28, 2021
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Phillip Overpeck
Oct 22, 2021
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Matthew Ferraro
Oct 20, 2021
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Positive: Professionalism, Quality, Reliability, Responsiveness, Value
We are new to the area and so happy to have found our new vet. Our dog had an emergency, two weeks shy of her appointment and Westside understand the urgency and got her right in. We were met with great knowledge, education, and a very thorough exam. Thanks for your help with Maple!
We are new to the area and so happy to have found our new vet. Our dog had an emergency, two weeks shy of her appointment and Westside understand the urgency and got her right in. We were met with great knowledge, education, and a very thorough exam. Thanks for your help with Maple!
Meaghan Langston
Sep 01, 2021
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Recently visited Westside for my cats annual check up and vaccinations. It was extremely covid friendly and super easy. I stayed in my car while they brought in my cat. The doctor called when she was with her to discuss any concerns and when they were done they brought her back out to me and I paid right there. Super convenient and efficient model that didn’t require me to go inside at all. They also printed out all the information so I could have a copy at the end too!
Gayle Triplett
Jun 20, 2021
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I have taken my pets to Westside Animal Hospital for well over 20 years. They do a consistently good job for the animals, and the staff members are all pleasant and helpful. They put my dogs at ease and obviously have genuine affection for them. They're even nice to me! There is no way to single out just one person. Across the board, they are top notch!
Tracey Erwin
Jun 18, 2021
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The folks at Westside have been taking care of my dog for over 5 years and my parents' dogs for at least 20 years. They are thorough, professional and place the welfare of clients' animals first and foremost. If I have a question the vet calls back within a few hours. They help my anxious dog through her appointments with positive reinforcement and yes, a few treats. High marks all around. If you're looking for a vet practice you won't be disappointed with Westside.
Teme Levbarg
May 14, 2021
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Through the years and through the worst of the pandemic, the team of techs and vets have been there for us and for Cricket and Sally, our two dogs. Annual checkups, teeth cleaning, telephone consults, and more. I love that the techs and vets know and love our dogs and that they are very supportive of how we care for them.
Martha Collier
Apr 15, 2021
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Nina Stallings
Apr 14, 2021
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Gordon B.
Aug 09, 2020
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Dr Hoover was recommended by our friend's veterinarian. We are new to the area and would like to express our gratitude to the team at Westside Animal Hospital for the wonderful care they gave to our Russian blue kitty: Blue. We adopted him a few years ago, and as it turned out, he needed to have all of his teeth removed due to Juvenile Somatitis. We were very worried about him, as he has never been apart from us since we adopted him, and he is very nervous and easily frightened. We need not to have worried, Dr.Hoover's staff was Amazing! They took Great care of Blue, while keeping us
Hillary Bayne
Dec 13, 2019
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One of the WORST experiences I have ever had pertaining to the well-being of my animal. Being chastised by a vet who only saw dollar signs on my dogs head and not wanting to listen, while blaming /ME/ for the health of my animal and not understanding nor wanting to listen to the facts or history surrounding my animal. Understandably, yes I was a… new client, but all that was pushed on me was the fake notion of "science backed formulas" and companies used, to which the FDA recently came out with THIS to say about 1 company on your "scientist created formulas" list which I tried to explain
Tracy S.
Jul 21, 2018
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There is no doubt that Dr. Hoover is a top-notch veterinary dentist, but he's also a top-notch person. Cooper is just another patient to most vets, but Dr. Hoover didn't treat him as such. Yes, I am THAT dog mom. My dog is the most precious pup to ever live (yup, I said that!). Dr. Hoover has compassion and kindness that goes beyond good bedside manner. He let me believe that my dog was the most precious pup ever and could tell that this surgery would be harder on me than Cooper. He called me during the surgery with an update, and allowed me to pick up Cooper immediately after the
Kate Thegen
Mar 08, 2018
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Mandy Garfinkle
Jun 28, 2017
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Allison Murphy
May 04, 2017
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This was one of the best experiences we have ever had at the doctor. Our dog broke her tooth, and they were able to do a root canal so she wouldn't have to loose it! The staff is so loving and caring, I instantly knew Holly was in great hands. We will be coming back with all of our pets from now on!
Stephanie J.
Aug 29, 2016
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Our pup has an underbite and needed to get teeth removed. Our Vet offered a more aggressive treatment plan so we wanted to get a second opinion. We called NC State's Vet Hospital, their dentist recently left but they recommended Dr. Hoover at Westside Animal Hospital.
Removing teeth is a routine procedure that most Vets can do but we wanted to see a specialist to ensure that the problem was being corrected with the least amount of teeth being removed. With that being said, I definitely recommend getting a second opinion here. It was a bit of a drive for us but worth it. Dr. Hoover and his
Removing teeth is a routine procedure that most Vets can do but we wanted to see a specialist to ensure that the problem was being corrected with the least amount of teeth being removed. With that being said, I definitely recommend getting a second opinion here. It was a bit of a drive for us but worth it. Dr. Hoover and his
Vivian Q.
Dec 11, 2014
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Sarah P.
Oct 29, 2013
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I just took my senior hyperthyroid (otherwise healthy) cat in to get his annual exam. The visit was a miracle for both me and the cat. Under Dr. Hoover's care the cat lay down on his side and permitted the exam and the blood drawing without meowing once. I have been taking the poor cat to a very bad veterinarian practice which blames all the cat's panic on the cat. I am glad to have found Westside. And it isn't any more expensive than the bad veterinarian practice. Also I felt respected by the staff, which seems to work together closely.
Phil G.
Jan 04, 2013
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We've been bringing our animals to Westside Animal hospital for about a couple years now and we've been pleased with the service. The staff has gotten to know us and our dogs, and they keep good records and help with reminders. I feel that we've gotten good advice about treatment options and have not been intentionally misled to more costly services. I've also been able to talk to the vets on the phone when discussing treatment which has impressed me.
The main service that we have been using is the dental cleaning which is performed by Dr. Hoover. The teeth look nice and white
The main service that we have been using is the dental cleaning which is performed by Dr. Hoover. The teeth look nice and white
Jenean E.
Sep 19, 2011
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What a great experience! After moving from Chapel Hill to Durham I needed a closer vet. They seem to do ONLY what is necessary, which you can't say for every vet/dentist/whatever. Super sweet with the dog, and really thorough. Gave me the option of getting meds called in to Kroger or Walmart because they'd be cheaper- gotta love that!! Over all I'm glad I read the Yelp reviews and saved myself the hassle of looking around.
Christina G.
Jul 15, 2011
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I feel like I'm in a rap video: West! Siiide!
Now that I've gotten that out of my system, I can talk to you about this vet. We recently switched over from Banfield in order to bring our pets to a hospital that doesn't have as much staff turnover, or push their programs on us. I couldn't have been happier with Dr. B who was just absolutely phenomenal with both of our dogs -- two pinschers, with one a lot of anxiety and one with a little dog attitude problem -- not an easy task. She sat on the floor as they warmed up to her, and soon the little one was transformed into a sweet
Now that I've gotten that out of my system, I can talk to you about this vet. We recently switched over from Banfield in order to bring our pets to a hospital that doesn't have as much staff turnover, or push their programs on us. I couldn't have been happier with Dr. B who was just absolutely phenomenal with both of our dogs -- two pinschers, with one a lot of anxiety and one with a little dog attitude problem -- not an easy task. She sat on the floor as they warmed up to her, and soon the little one was transformed into a sweet
Mary Jane S.
Jun 22, 2010
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The vet was kind to my cat and friendly to me, but he was inconsiderate of my budget. He guilted me into getting expensive tests for my cat just in case her fatal condition was actually a curable condition even though she had none of the classic signs of the curable condition. He gave me false hope in exchange for my $150.
Marisa M.
Apr 19, 2010
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Both vets have been extremely kind, patient, and REASONABLE. I have had some of the best care for my three cats ever, and I have seen quite a few vets as I have moved a several times in the past few years. They will give good advice over the phone without insisting that you bring your pet in every single time, unless they truly think you need professional help. I can't say enough good things, except that I trust my babies (aka cats) with them.
