El Camino Veterinary Hospital

By stating your medical practice is a hospital, one would assume they perform basic emergency services, wouldn’t one?
Not the case with this place. Showed up at 3:10 on Saturday, and they couldn’t take my puppy dog in. This was only after standing at the front reception desk for a total of about eight minutes. And the three girls behind the desk didn’t have the time of day to give me. OK so they look a little busy, I’ll give them that. Two stars, one for being open on Saturday, and one because Unilocal won’t let me give them a Zero! The receptionist didn’t even care about my dog, not a statement like «OK let me take a look», or to see if he’s OK till Monday, or do you think he will be OK till Monday, or anything just «NO» we’re too busy can’t help you today… So if the receptionist is any indication of what the rest the staff is, and it always is a indication, I don’t really want my dog there anyway. Oh, Arroyo Grande veterinarian took me right in! Just didn’t want to drive that far… Thanks El Camino Veterinary Hospital for Nothing!

Took my puppy for his first shots and was alarmed at the way Dr. Leton «manhandled» my dog.
The condescending tone and rough treatment of my dog makes it a vet hospital I will avoid and take my business elsewhere.

Incompetent reception staff. Disappointing treating veterinarian; Dr. Miller. Beware that they do not mark your pets chart with «a possible PTS» (put to sleep) when you call to make an appointment for a recheck on a lick granuloma.
Dr. Miller assumed it was cancer, heavily sedated my Great Dane then was about to inject her with the lethal injection. I was out of town & fortunately my husband called me to confirm that this was what I wanted. They would’ve killed my dog (due to a «misunderstanding») without knowing 100% what the diagnosis was.
Another time the veterinarian prescribed my dog eye drops. The office staff handed it to me labeled under a completely different owner name. Mistakes do happen… but the former would’ve been taken to court had they killed my dog.
I will keep all of our pets far far away from this place.

I have taken my pup pete a German Shepard to this hospital since i got him and each time everyone who works there have been extremely nice and pleasant. The vet we saw the first time spent a while with us giving us advise on training that were specific to Pete and his behaviors.
I’ve noticed all the staff is knowledgeable about not only north county but all of the Central Coast as well. Since we split our time between Paso and Grover Beach that was helpful and puts me at ease.

Dr. Steve Robinson is an excellent vet. We took our Chihuahua Diva in and he diagnosed a back issue immediately. 4 days later in the Bay Area she needed spinal surgery. Without his skill and help we would not have Diva now. Well done Steve !

This is by far the best vet practice I have ever been too! I have a rescue with some issues, but they know how to handle him and give him the care they need. The vets here are awesome and they take care of both my dogs from our lil Chi to our big border collie/​Australian shepherd with such kindness and professionalism. They really care in what they do! :)

I’ve been to two vets in Atascadero: Atascadero Pet Hospital (the 24 hour one) and El Camino Veterinary Hospital. I will only go to ECVH from now on.
I felt that the vet really took the time to check my cat out, and then took the time to explain to me everything she could about the problem my cat is having, what might be causing it, and what the possible courses of action can be.
My cat, Skunky, was a stray, so I didn’t know his age, or even his gender (long hair makes it hard to tell, and I didn’t feel like digging around :)). The ECVH vet gave me a better idea of his age based on his gumline, which Atascadero Pet Hospital didn’t (bother to?) do. ECVH also let me know that Skunky, is, in fact, a neutered male. Atascadero Pet Hospital said «It’s either a female or neutered male,» which struck me as odd (there should be some difference, no?), but I left it to the pros.
Overall, I felt that my cat received more attention and concern at El Camino Veterinary Hospital, and I will recommend them to anyone who asks!

We have been going to ECVH for over 20 years. They are consistently friendly and caring. Dr. Robinson has printed research papers for me regarding my Parrot care and called to follow up with her health issues. He and all the office staff at ECVH really care about your pet and will spend time to make sure they are getting the proper care and that we as pet owners understand the needed care or changes.

I have been to quite a few vet offices over the years, and this office staff and doctors are consistently willing to work with me even in some of the most difficult circumstances.

Basically a good place to take your pet. I would give 5 stars but I felt my initial visit in which they gave my dog a once over was a little too informal. The vet felt around the abdomen, looked the dog over and said she was healthy — no looking in ears, at eyes, teeth, in mouth, paws, etc. But, subsequent visits have been much better. So some advice, if you take your pet in for a check-​up ask specifically what the vet will perform so you’re not caught off guard with a check up that doesn’t measure up.

Great vets here! They will get you in when you have an emergency and are open Saturdays! I have 4 dogs that have gone here and all of them leave happy and unafraid! The vets are very caring and don’t try to charge you and arm and a leg… They have actually suggested I NOT buy certain products/​get procedures from them to save money and suggest a cheaper alternative. I am highly impressed with their compassion for animals and the animal owners. They talk you thru everything and take their time with your animal. Love this place!

This place got me and my kitty in on a Saturday! So helpful, patient, and kind. Very clean, and very affordable. I will be taking all my furry babies here.