For the other two poor reviews, I would give them another shot. They have completely remodeled the place, and I was so happy with their service. I had to bring my cat in for an emergency on a weekend and ultimately had to put her down, but everyone there was very concerned, sympathetic, and they held off doing some tests until we ultimately knew what would happen so I didn't have to pay for those. They were completely professional, the rooms are very clean and they were wonderful. I had taken my dog there before for a routine visit but this time it confirmed that I had found my new vet. I have had a very hard time finding a vet I was comfortable with in the HB/FV/CM area, but they are great and I would recommend them to anyone.

I have only been to this vet once, but I had a very positive experience. I felt the cost was very reasonable and they spend time with me and my dog explain the problem. The other big plus, is that they are open weekends. I have gone to other vets in the area and this is the first one I found that I liked. I would definitely recommend them.

When I first moved to Costa Mesa my cat needed a new installment of Advantage so I turned to the phone book to find a vet that would sell it without me having to bring the cat in. I phoned The Newport Harbor Animal Hospital and they said they did have it so I headed down there. When I walked in, the place was empty except for a receptionist that was chatting on the phone (it was obviously a personal call). I stood at the counter for a few minutes before she even acknowledged my presence. Then I waited at least another minute before she wrapped up her conversation then asked what I needed. I explained about how I called to purchase some Advantage. She simply said ,oh then walked in the back to get it. When she came out she didn't say anything and just started entering the amount in the computer. I asked her if they also sold pet food and she simply said, yes and offered no other explanation. In the 10 minutes or so that I was there the phone didn't ring and no one else came in. I didn't even here the telltale dog bark coming from the back that you usually hear at a vet. Needless to say I didn't go back.

PROS: they did have Advantage
CONS: poor service, high prices, the place was empty

Beleive me, if you can get out of this place for $100, it's because you held onto your wallet with both hands. They'll order complete lab workups, x-rays, you name it. I have had friends - plural - walk out of this place with bills over $2000 for dogs that needed NOTHING! Run away from this swindle shop.