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State Of The Heart Veterinary Care

Updated 2026-07-09 · 1,245 reviewed · 181 listed · Scored from 170 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.9(170) 88 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Verified Publishes prices
Surgery & Specialty CareGeneral Veterinary CareDental CareExotic & Avian CareLarge Animal & Equine
State Of The Heart Veterinary Care
Services
Surgery & Specialty Care, General Veterinary Care, Dental Care
Reviews
170

What recent reviews say

Most visitors find a thoughtful practice that listens to questions, offers same-day care, and refuses to pressure add-ons. Staff earn praise for warmth and pets for calm handling; named staff like Dr. Daughtry earn loyalty for solving stubborn cases others missed.

Two complaints speak to a sharp contrast: one client reported being cut off mid-conversation and asked to leave when raising concerns about promised accommodations, with the owner's tone described as confrontational rather than collaborative. The tension between most reviews and these outliers raises a question about how the practice handles conflict.

Recent shift: Two recent one-star reviews (3 months ago) describe a conflict during an appointment that contrasts sharply with the overwhelmingly positive tone of all other reviews. Both complaints describe a confrontation with the owner (Justin) over unmet accommodations and communication style. This marks a notable outlier pattern, though the business maintains 4.9 stars overall.

Praised for
  • compassionate, patient handling of anxious pets
  • knowledgeable vets who solve complex cases
  • transparent pricing and no high-pressure upselling
  • friendly, welcoming staff and personable vet
  • same-day appointments and responsive communication
Watch-outs
  • dismissive and confrontational conflict resolution
  • alleged inconsistency between promises and delivery on special accommodation needs
  • rough handling during high-stress situations
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Best for: Pet owners who value a knowledgeable vet for complex cases and value transparency over upselling.
Think twice if: Conflict during an appointment or disagreement about care might escalate rather than be resolved calmly.

Strengths

  • Solo practice: you see the same vet each visit
  • Knowledgeable about complex or chronic cases others have missed
  • No-pressure approach to upsells and add-ons
  • Fast same-day or next-day scheduling

Worth knowing

  • Dr. Daughtry and Dr. Justin (owner) named as veterinarians
  • Mary and staff (Jess, Holland) named positively in reviews
  • Emergency ultrasound visit described at $99
  • Military discount available
  • Staff offer follow-up emails summarizing care instructions
  • One reviewer brought a Boston Terrier same-day for unknown ailment and reported 'gentle care'
  • Solo vet practice model emphasized in reviews

What reviews say by service

General Veterinary Care
Praised for thorough exams, same-day scheduling, and non-pressuring approach to add-on tests.
Surgery & Specialty Care
Services listed on website; no review text specifically evaluates surgery outcomes.
Dental Care
Website lists dental procedures starting at $420; no review text speaks to quality or outcomes.
Exotic & Avian Care
Website lists service; no review text evidences this.
Large Animal & Equine
Website lists service; no review text evidences this.

How it compares

  • Rated 4.9 against a 4.59 average across the 167 general veterinary care businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 42% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

Scoring Method
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 or within-an-hour scheduling for routine and emergency visits.
Do they pressure you to add extra tests or treatments?
No. Reviewers describe the vet offering options (e.g., blood work) but explicitly reassuring clients when they expressed cost concerns, and not pushing add-ons.
What's the cost of the first visit?
Their website lists $50 off the first exam. A routine emergency ultrasound visit was noted at $99 by one reviewer.

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Last updated 2026-07-09