Nashville Veterinary Specialists

The vet we had went above and beyond for our english bulldog. She is such a kind and caring soul. I have already recommended this after hours clinic to friends and family! Thank you!

After we discovered our dog Jubilee ingested a lot of chocolate, we did a quick Unilocal search and called Nashville Veterinary Specialists Emergency Clinic to see if we should come in. Our call was received immediately and the receptionist provided sound advice, advising we could come in or we could potentially save money by calling the poison hotline.
We opted to come in to take the safe route, and I’m so glad we did. It turns out our little Jubilee ate a very unsafe amount. They took us back within minutes and got her on the road to recovery. I was thoroughly impressed by the clean and nice facility and the warmth of the staff and Dr. Penn. When she stayed the night, Dr. Penn called us bright and early as promised.
We weren’t expecting the bill to be as much as it was, but that’s because we’ve thankfully never been in another emergency situation. There was an error in our bill upon discharge, but I caught it and was able to get it corrected easily before we left. I would still highly recommend taking your pet here in an emergency situation!

A referral from our family vet took us here. Our dachshund-​mix was having back trouble so they sent us to see Dr. House, a veterinary neurosurgeon. The office is set a little out of the way in the industrial area off Sidco Drive. We went inside and checked in. The ladies at the front desk were very friendly and had us fill out some paperwork. The lobby is quite large and we had a seat along the far wall. They provide sodas, waters, and coffee while you wait. The whole place is very clean and comfortable.
While we were waiting to be seen, a woman came in with a dog who was unresponsive. She had called on the way in and they took the dog immediately back to triage while she completed some forms. They seemed to be very helpful in this scary situation.
We were escorted back and answered some questions with the vet tech. She took my dog, Penny, to the back for some diagnostic tests, returned her, and Dr. House joined us shortly. Dr. House recommended we treat her at home for now. This was a big relief because it’s easy to think surgeons are just going to want to suggest surgery. The bill was not cheap but the peace of mind was worth it. In the unfortunate circumstances you need these kinds of services, this is a great place to go.

I cannot say enough good things about Nashville Veterinary Specialists Emergency Clinic. We had to bring our dog here last weekend after an acrobatic stunt had his back hurting. Dr. Buford set him up with the medications and the information we needed to get him back to his usual shenanigans. Within two days he was back to his usual level of crazy! And the entire visit with medications was less than $ 150 on a Sunday morning. They don’t push tests they don’t feel are necessary to the well being of your pet. They truly care and treat you and your pet with respect and utmost kindness.
Today we had to meet my father here with his dog who has an injured leg. They took her back within only a couple of minutes and got her stabilized. I have been so impressed that I had to write this while I sit here in awe of these people. They have had several emergencies with phone calls upon phone calls since I have been sitting here. The staff never falters. They handle each person kindly and professionally giving them their undecided attention. A possible parvo case came in and the clinician took action immediately escorting the owner carrying the pup to a specific part of the building that I assume based on what I have witnessed that is designated for this exact type of emergency. Within seconds she had already cleaned the floor to prevent the spread of the possible condition.
All the while they have guided pet parents into the family room for visitation. I have noticed they never rush the people visiting with their beloved family members in the ICU and give them privacy to enjoy a few moments together.
I am beyond impressed and I am so thankful to live only five minutes away. I sleep better at night knowing that if one of my furbabies has an emergency we have the best place to go to!

I’ve written this once before but will do so again. DO not see dr. Fry if you value your pets health. My cairn terrier was referred to fry for a ultrasound which she refused to do saying our little Wendy did not need one and nothing wrong with her. To shorten the story, she was dead less than a month later. If she had dust done the ultrasound that day we could have saved our baby. No explanation but an arrogant attitude from a young women who seems to need further education and should not be working for a great place like Nashville vet specialist. Just beware and ask to see another vet.

Dr. Anderson and her night staff are truly some of the best. I can always trust them when just calling for advice or when caring for my emergency! Dr. Fry, one of two internal medicine specialists, also pretty much rules.

Incredibly good clinic.
Very fast, with or without an appointment.
Professional, knowledgeable, practical, caring.
…and affordable! Very reasonably priced.

Here’s the summary:
— Very nice facility, very nice staff from the front desk to the nurse to the doc.
— Patiently listened to and answered all of my questions.
— Very short wait time (almost none) for my trip
— Upfront about all recommended treatment AND COST!
— I don’t know what are «good prices» for animal treatment, but we ended up with the exam ($ 89), a parvo test ($ 35?), fluids ($ 30), deworming meds and antibiotics ($ 40ish?). Those aren’t exact prices, but my total was just under $ 200.
Here’s the story:
Our 10 week old lab mix has a sock addiction. Turns out he swallowed a pair last night without us knowing. One came back up, but apparently the other got stuck. The next morning, he looked like he was in pain and vomiting. I tried to get a vet appointment but couldn’t get in for about 4 hours.
Decided to give Nashville Vet Specialists a call at 8 AM. They said to come on in.
30 minutes later, I walked in to a very nice facility. I was immediately taken back to an exam room and given a quick easy intake form. While filling out the form, pup pooped a big old sock (woo!). After a couple minutes in the world’s smelliest room, I was greeted by a very friendly and kind nurse. She asked some questions and marveled at the pup’s ability to pass that sock.
She recommended a parvo test and said it would cost about $ 35. That came back negative (thank God). She said she was going to take him back to see the doc, and that they might want to do a glucose test for about $ 15. I said go for it. (They ended up saying they didn’t feel that was necessary – helps me to know I’m not getting nickeled and dimed).
The doc came in, said pup looked pretty good. Recommended x-​rays to make sure there wasn’t another obstruction, sending that to a radiologist, some kind of float test that they would send next door, deworming meds just in case, antibiotics just in case, and fluids.
I said I needed to be conservative financially and that I would prefer to watch and wait and see how he was feeling before doing the x-​rays and further testing (another $ 300). She said she thought that would be fine and told me what to watch for before bringing him back in.
She gave me plenty of care instructions and patiently listened to and answered all of my questions.
Left the house at 8:15AM and back to the house at 10:45AM. Great experience.

I am very particular about who cares for my dog and have not had the best experiences with emergency pet clinics in the past. This clinic thoroughly impressed me and my aussie, Riese.
The place: The facility is large, clean and comfortable. The staff is welcoming and they provide coffee, snacks and sodas — which the coffee was much needed after being up all night with a sick pup.
The atmosphere: Riese is a timid girl and has anxiety about new situations and people. From the moment we arrived, Stuart and his relaxed demeanor put Riese and me at ease. I truly believe that the demeanor of other individuals and the atmosphere of the environment influences the behavior of dogs, and I was happy to see the staff here understand that to the fullest.
Riese went to the back without me just fine (which is unusual for her), and didn’t potty at all (which she usually does when nervous or scared). They made her feel as comfortable as possible while poking and prodding her. Stuart also answered all my many questions with patience, and suggested vets for me since I am new to the area.
I especially appreciated the honesty of the Doctor who gave me the rundown of treatment options. I was prepared to pay for all sorts of exams and diagnostics, but she said that with Riese being as healthy as she is, those were most likely not necessary but to let her know if the condition doesn’t change with medication. They completely gained my trust, as well as Riese’s. I hope I never have to see them again, but I feel comfortable knowing this place exists should an emergency occur.
Please remember to advise those who care for your pets of any behavior your pet may exhibit that could affect the treatment. Riese gets snappy when uncomfortable and does not like anyone touching her bottom. I informed them of this beforehand, which allowed them to tailor their approach to make her most comfortable, and make the overall visit a success.
Thank you Nashville Veterinary Specialists!

I cannot say enough good about this place. Unfortunately, my very dear family pet of 15 years had to be put to sleep due to advanced leukemia. The young female veterinarian was very supportive through the whole process. We were very upset and emotional. She arranged everything and even after it was over she made a cast paw imprint for us and a card apologizing for our loss. I was very touched by her compassion. We also took another dog here after his back went out suddenly. Dr. Calfee did the surgery (expensive but worth it). He was back home in two days, he has been doing great ever since. This place is the best I have seen anywhere. HIGHLY recommended!

Had to go here, recently:
Again,
Prices are extraordinarily high.
Expect it.
They are quality so you can’t really complain.
Facility is clean.
I would return if I needed them.
I returned. They are nice.
They are expensive.
They are required.
period.

I took a current oncology patient here on an emergency basis that was during their regular business hours, not emergency hours. We were greeted immediately and given brief paperwork to fill in. We weren’t waiting for more than 5 minutes when a tech brought us to an examination room. The pup was then taken back for tests and I was banished to the waiting room. The waiting room has bottled water, coffee, and soft drinks that I didn’t partake in, but found them to be a nice touch. The waiting area is bright, open, modern. There are tons of magazines that I would have looked at if I wasn’t a total wreck. :) The doctor brought the patient back to me and was very patient with my questions. We got some more medications and off we went. In and out in about 35 minutes. That’s 5 stars right there.

If you need a place to take your pet in an emergency, I highly recommend coming here. My 11 year old boxer was ready to go, and it was a Sunday when our normal vet was not open. I took her here and was immediately greeted and helped. I filled out a little information sheet and then went out to get my pup from the car. Once I brought her in, the nice staff members helped us into a little private room with a leather couch. They put Bonnie on the couch beside me while we waited for the vet. A short while later the vet came in and asked me about my dog. She gave me some options but ultimately agreed with me that it was Bonnie’s time to go. She didn’t try to over sell me on blood work or getting X-​rays because it was obvious that my dog was dying. I didn’t feel like it was right to put her through anything else. The vet let me have lots of time in this cozy room with her. I paid the bill before the procedure so I could just leave after. I was actually surprised about how reasonable the bill was! Especially since emergency pet clinics are so expensive. One of the other vets wives saw us in there alone and was so empathetic towards us and asked if we needed anything. She didn’t even work there and was just visiting. She was so warm and kind and I thought it was so sweet of her to check up on us. She and I even started crying while we talked briefly.
The vet came in and asked if I was ready and then she administered the medicine. She then left us again for me to say my final goodbyes. About 30 minutes later Bonnie was taken out of the room. I really couldn’t have hoped for a better way for my sweet Bonnie to pass. The vet and staff really made this experience the best that it could be. I’m truly thankful for this and for their kindness and support.

This place is great. My poor dog woke me up in the middle of the night hyperventilating. I was in a frantic state and brought her here around 5:30 in the morning. The staff was very welcoming and loving with Lily and she was seen immediately. The doctor was knowledgable and gave me options on how to proceed with her. Great staff. I feel a little better knowing this place is ²⁴⁄₇ if I ever need it again; hopefully not though.

Sending a GIANT thank you to the entire staff at Nashville Veterinary Specialists and Animal Emergency. After a routine procedure, our 1-​year-​old Bulldog, Gus, aspirated and spent days on a ventilator to help him breathe. Despite the odds, the NVS staff fought like hell, never gave up, pulled 24hr shifts, brought in soothing spa music (Heather) and saved our boy!!! Especially Vet, Doctor, Criticalist and Miracle-​worker Extraordinaire, Dr. Andrea Monnig. We will never be able to thank you all enough! #savegus

Fantastic place. My dog hurt herself playing at the dog park and we brought her here on Easter Sunday. She was seen and fixed up right away. Couldn’t be more thrilled with the attention she was given and how quickly they took care of us.

My english bulldog puppy arrived here after having entropion surgery and was in respiratory distress. I literally pulled into the clinic, ran my puppy inside of the building and he died minutes later. It was a HORRIBLE situation, and to be completely honest I was in a complete state of shock when I entered the building…
I can’t put into words how wonderful the staff at this clinic was to me at that moment. I was by myself unfortunately, and about an hour away from home. I know that they did everything in their power to save Winston. But beyond that is what they did for ME after the unthinkable had happened… I was put into a private room w/​Winston, they brought me water, offered to make phone calls… I was there for several hours, and they kept checking in on me to see if I was doing okay. The vet that was attending at the time Kelly Clark was amazing.
I would HIGHLY recommend them for any emergency concerning your pets.

Took our 4 year old dachshund to have IVDD surgery. Dr. Roach and the staff were amazing! They called every morning to give me an update and made sure I was comfortable the whole way through. Before she came home Dr. Roach made sure I knew how to help her post op and answered all questions I had.

This hospital and staff are amazing, and while I hope I never need to go back to an emergency practice, I would in a heartbeat.
After a terrible morning at our regular vet, she sent us to Nash Vet Specialists as our kitty had issues she could not address at their practice. After our vet called over, we arrived and were taken in immediately. Front desk, nurses, techs, and doctors were all absolutely incredible, and each one of them could not have possibly helped us more.
We met with Dr. Knox who was kind, patient, and knowledgable. Her bedside manner just could not have been better, as she managed to somewhat console a pretty distraught pet owner (aka. me. In between sobs.).
Overall the facility is clean and as welcoming as possible. They clearly know the pet parents are there for (usually) bad circumstances, and do what they can to make it easier.
Open 24/​7, I can honestly say it makes me feel a lot better knowing that should an emergency arise, we’ll be taken great care of.

You hope that you never have to check-​in your beloved pet to a Animal Emergency Vet but alas when the time comes, this location is the place you want to be.
My little Chico was diagnosed with congestive heart failure a few months back and although we had him on a prescription régime, he was still suffering from collapsing fits. You can imagine how terrible that is. A couple of weekends ago, he collapsed twice and his breathing had become heavy. My friend and I took him on a Saturday evening and the immediately. The staff was doting and friendly during a very stressful time. Dr. Nadine Faber offered up sound information on the state of his condition and answered all of my questions. They offered up an estimate for their services along with a concise explanation of what procedures and tests they would be running during his overnight stay.
I was tearful but appreciative of their professionalism and elated when the doc called me bright and early (as promised) to update me on his status and to let me know that I could pick him up. What blew my mind is that they didn’t take advantage of me and actually refunded me funds due to the estimate being higher than what services they ended up performing. That never happens, right? I also really appreciated that she suggested that I bring in his prescriptions for them to use instead of them charging for more dosages during his stay. This saved me even more funds.
The facility is extremely clean and offers up a spacious waiting area stocked with refreshments and bites to help comfort stressed out pets and their families.
The 24 hour availability is very convenient too. They specialize in work referred by from veterinarians that include anesthesia, behavior, dentistry, dermatology, internal medicine, neurology and surgery.
I was very impressed with the level of care that my pup was given here and would suggest them to anyone seeking exemplary service.