Do you take walk-in patients?

Yes; reviewers report no appointment needed and typically minimal wait times, though one noted a delay during their visit.

Do you offer financing options?

Yes, payment plans are available through a third-party provider, though payment is expected at time of service.

Can you perform ultrasound on weekends?

Yes; one reviewer brought their dog for a weekend ultrasound with radiologist review to assess a suspected foreign object.

RiNoVet Animal Emergency Care

Updated 2026-07-08 · 1,063 reviewed · 177 listed · Scored from 214 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.3(214) 78 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Verified

Emergency & Urgent CareGeneral & Wellness Veterinary CareVeterinary SurgeryExotic & Avian Vet CareEquine & Large Animal Vet

Services: Emergency & Urgent Care, General & Wellness Veterinary Care, Veterinary Surgery
Reviews: 214

What recent reviews say

Reviewers consistently praise RiNoVet's surgical expertise, after-hours availability, and compassionate care during emergencies; several report life-saving interventions and strong follow-up. However, a notable minority describe missed diagnoses, slow triage communication, and facility cleanliness concerns that undermined trust during high-stress moments.

The clinic excels at imaging and midnight surgeries, with named vets (Chip Gallagher, Ryan, Dr. Roca, Dr. Brenda Francis) and techs earning repeated mention. Staff accommodation for anxious pets and transparent pricing options stand out, though some felt rushed or confused at the front desk during arrival.

Praised for

emergency surgery capability and urgency
compassionate and knowledgeable staff
thorough diagnostic work and second opinions
good with anxious pets
weekend imaging availability

Watch-outs

diagnostic misses or delays leading to worse outcomes
slow or unclear front desk communication during crises
dirty waiting room conditions
high upfront costs with limited explanation

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Best for: Pet owners facing weekend or after-hours emergencies who value surgical intervention and advanced imaging over cost.

Think twice if: History of diagnostic misses; front desk clarity and waiting room cleanliness reported as inconsistent.

Strengths

Perform emergency surgery at any hour
Onsite ultrasound and radiologist review
Skilled diagnostic work catches serious conditions
Staff reassuring and compassionate during crisis

Worth knowing

Dr. Chip Gallagher, Ryan, Dr. Roca, Dr. Brenda Francis, and Arka named by reviewers as skilled and kind
Performed emergency surgery at 1 a.m. on foreign body removal
Weekend ultrasound with radiologist review available
Found secondary foreign object during surgery that initial X-ray missed
Follow-up calls next day after treatment mentioned
Payment plans offered through third party
Some reviewers reported wait times despite walk-in system

What reviews say by service

Emergency & Urgent Care: Praised for walk-in access, rapid triage, and after-hours availability; criticized for slow front desk communication and inconsistent facility cleanliness during peak stress
Veterinary Surgery: High regard for midnight emergency procedures and attention to detail; one reviewer credited surgery with saving dog's life after other clinic dismissed symptoms as gas

How it compares

Rated 4.3 against a 4.57 average across the 99 emergency & urgent care businesses listed here.
Has more Google reviews than 48% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

Our Rubric

Star rating 55

Review volume 100

Review recency 100

Review sentiment 64

Profile completeness 100

Verification 30

Rating breakdown

171

Common questions

Do you take walk-in patients?: Yes; reviewers report no appointment needed and typically minimal wait times, though one noted a delay during their visit.
Do you offer financing options?: Yes, payment plans are available through a third-party provider, though payment is expected at time of service.
Can you perform ultrasound on weekends?: Yes; one reviewer brought their dog for a weekend ultrasound with radiologist review to assess a suspected foreign object.

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