have taken all my pets to Dr. Dhillon for 5 years and I have found him to be very qualified. I worked at a vets office previously and I have been in the insurance industry for about 20 years. I know when I am being overcharged because I have educated myself about what is usual, customary and reasonable. Why does he want you to get heart worm medicine- not because he makes $10 on it if that. It is because he does not want your animal to die and it costs $1200 to save the animal if you can. If he really just wanted to make money- he would not sell preventatives because he could make more money saving your sick animal. If you want a vet who will take his time and find out what is wrong with your pet- he will. I have called around for prices for blood work, x-rays, teeth cleaning and his rates are below the average for the area. He only recommends teeth cleaning when necessary. If he says your pet needs it- heed is advice or you will be spending 3x as much on extractions in the future. Anyone who complains about a charge for a diagnostic test is asking a vet to diagnose blindly. Does your Dr. not charge you for lab work. Why would it be different for an animal? I HIGHLY recommend him and I have brought a dog, 2 guinea pigs, and 4 cats to him. 1 of the cats had so many problems and he was so sweet when we finally had to put him down. He knows what he is doing and I could not ask for a better vet. I can't believe anyone would ever complain or think they are getting bilked. He rocks.

Dr. Dhillon is my primary vet for my two dogs. He took care of a puppy I raised from 3 months to almost 16 years. I believed she lived that long was because of his great vet care. His staff are friendly and helpful. If you need to reach him during off-business hours, he will answer your call immediately or return your call if it is a true emergency. As to the negative review about him being rude, I think it is untrue. He's always been friendly, polite and very professional. I don't believe that he would recommend surgery as a first option when there is a second non-invasive treatment. That has always been the case with my two dogs' care.

"When I found out my almost ten year lab was pregnant, I was concerned about her health, but excited about having puppies. The big day finally arrived; she went into labor on a Saturday evening. When she failed to have the pups by midnight, I was very concerned. Who would be able to help my dog in the middle of the night on Sunday? My dog seemed fine, but by 3:00am I was very worried. I called my regular vet at Black Mountain Clinic thinkingt it would be a waste of time. However, I was surprised when Dr. Dhillon answered. He met me at his clinic before 5:00am. A quick X-ray and an emergency c-section was started. My dog had ruptured her uterus. To my sorrow we lost the pups, but to my joy Dr. Dhillon was able to save my best friend of more than ten years. I will be forever be gratefull to Dr. Dhillon for his care of my dog. His genuine concern for my dog will not be forgotten. Here is a picture of her, healthy as a horse!"

I can't believe the negative reviews on here. I can only guess that they are making a judgement based on a single encournter, when they wre having a grumpy day. I have been taking my dogs to Dr. Dhillon since the mid-90's. 5 dogs, many, many visits and I haven't had a bad experience yet. To the contrary I have received excellent service and Dr. Dhillon is very experienced and competent. He's been very patient and caring with my dogs and always taken the time to explain everything to me. He explains all the charges and doesn't do anything without consent. 5 dogs and lots of issues, including epilepsy, arthritis, inflamatory bowel disease, lymphoma plus all the minor stuff like spay and neuter, shots, lacerations or bites that needed suturing, cyst removals, hernia repairs - he has never been wrong with diagnosing my pet's issue and his treatment plans have worked. When my pet needed complicated care he referred me to a specialist. He is a great all around vet for dogs. (I don't have a cat so I can't speak to that.)

Six years ago while attempting to rescue a feral kitten,I accidentally ran over it with my vehicle. I rushed the kittten to the closest vet and learned that her pelvis was broken, she was in shock, had internal injuries and numerous other lesser injuries. The vet said she would most certqinly be incontinent and recommended euthanasia. I wanted a second opinion and found another vet who reviewed the findings and also recommended euthanasia. I was devastated that this little kitten's life woulod be cut short because of negligence and if I had to have her euthanized, I wanted my own vet, Dr. Dhillon to do it. Dr. Dhillon also reviewed the findings and concurred that she did indeed have these injuries, however,he said that animals have an amazing ability to heal themselves and that she may regain her bodily functions with some intensive home care and hands on assistance to help her "potty". He said if I was willing, he would teach me what to do. Eight weeks later, with his support and encouragement, my kitten healed and became continent. In addition,she gave birth to three healthy kittens. We did not know that she was pregnant.

Then there was our Annie. A tiny 18 yr. old Yorkie that I rescued. She was in terrible condition. She was lame, she had a severe uterine infection, and a mouthful of infected teeth. She did have an owner but she was neglected and she had never had a veterinary care. She had not been spayed, was full of fleas, and worms, anemic, and had ear and eye infections. But she did have a will to live, and live she did. Dr. Dhillon fixed her up and she lived three more happy, healthy, pain free years due to Dr. Dhillon's intuition that Annie would make it.

In 15 years, numerous animals have found their way to me. Some had to leave thru euthanasia but Dr. Dhillon was there for me, supporting me and being candid and up front with me when I had to make the final decision. I have seen his surgical and emergency expertise first hand thru the years and he is an outstanding practitioner. When he recommends diagnostic tests and procedures, he is following protocol that he was taught in vet school. Since his clients can't communicate, the only way he can make a diagnosis is thru lab testing,medical procedures and experience. Unfortunately, in many cases, pets aren't high on the priority list for medical care. People want a diagnosis as cheap as they can get it and seem to think that a vet is clairvoyant. Vet care is expensive, and so was Dr. Dhillon's schooling and expenses to begin and maintain his practice. I am dismayed at some of the remarks in the reviews. Money seems to be the real motivating factor in their opinions. Many of the people that are hesitant to spend the money to keep their companion animals healthy or to heal them live in homes costing hundreds of thousands of dollars and drive expensive cars and lead an active social life but balk at spending money on vet care for their companion animals, these creatures that give us so much love. Dr. Dhillon is a good man and a very able veteranarian.