Coastal Veterinary Hospital & Pet Resort

I called in at 3:35 on a Monday because my 12 yo cat was showing signs no pet owner wants to see. They were able to get me into the office at 4. From the first phone call to the moments I was walking out the door, every employee showed nothing but care and passion for their job. Unfortunately, I left the office with one less family member than when I walked in. It was her time. They provided honest opinions and realistic options for what I could’ve expected had my sweet girl came home with me. They gave me plenty of time (in office per my request) to say my goodbyes and made the process at quick and pain free as possible for the both of us. My fiance and I gave a dog and plan to switch to coastal vet for her care in the future.

We have been going to Coastal Veterinary for over four years and, until recently, have had consistently positive experiences. We absolutely loved Dr. Avery before she left the practice, and we have also had good experiences with the other veterinarians there. Unfortunately, our visit on Saturday, December 27th with Dr. Griffith was deeply disappointing and concerning. As dog parents to two French bulldogs, we are very familiar with veterinary care, including emergency visits and complex conditions. One of our Frenchies required IVDD surgery earlier this year, so when our second Frenchie began showing similar symptoms and was clearly in pain, we took him to Coastal for evaluation. During this visit, Dr. Griffith was dismissive, rushed, and showed a lack of respect for our concerns. He did not take the time to listen, brushed off our observations, and rushed through the exam. His bedside manner was shocking and completely inconsistent with the level of care we have come to expect, especially given that he is reportedly the lead veterinarian at the practice. What was most alarming was the lack of diagnostics or clear medical assessment. No X-rays were performed, no diagnostic conclusions were provided, and we left the visit with two prescriptions, one of which contained incorrect dosing information. By the following day, our dog’s condition worsened, and we had to seek emergency care elsewhere. Thankfully, Capital Veterinary provided thorough, compassionate, and appropriate emergency treatment. We would not recommend Dr. Griffith based on this experience, and we have made the difficult decision to transfer our veterinary care elsewhere. Dismissive behavior, poor communication, and medication errors are not experiences we are willing to repeat when it comes to our pets’ health and safety.

I’ve been bringing my pup to Coastal Vet for well over 10 years, and the care has always been outstanding. Recently, my dog developed some eye issues, and the team was able to get us in for an appointment the very same day. Their responsiveness, professionalism, and genuine concern for my pet’s well-being truly stand out. After a decade of consistent, compassionate service, I can confidently say Coastal Vet is a place I highly recommend to anyone looking for trusted veterinary care.

Our precious 11 yrar old cat presented with her limping and her front paw pads were swollen. Dixie is totally indoor kitty. The care received was prompt and courteous. Dixie was diagnosed with basically auto immune and spongy paw. A shot of steroids and we are waiting on call for a continuous medication. She is resting comfortably. We recvd a follow up call the following day.

We are so incredibly grateful for the compassionate and expert care we’ve received from Coastal Veterinary Hospital over the years. They have been there for us in helping care for our two FIV+ cats with patience and knowledge, supporting us with such tenderness during the heartbreaking loss of our sweet Simon, and again when we had to say goodbye to our beloved Bernese mountain dog, Gail, after her battle with cancer. Even in the most difficult moments, the team at Coastal showed us genuine care. They never made us feel like just another appointment. Now, as we raise our playful Bernese mountain dog puppy, Honey, we are reminded every visit how lucky we are to have such a dedicated and skilled team looking after her. Not only are the veterinarians and techs at Coastal detailed and guide us through every visit — the front desk staff is exemplary and part of the reason why we wouldn’t go anywhere else! Thank you, Coastal Veterinary Hospital, for being a trusted partner in our pets’ lives. The Nyhuis family