Center Veterinary Clinic

This is a remarkable group of people. There is no doubt they love animals. I have been taking my pets here for many years. Dr. Bigelow and his staff have always cared for my pets as if they were their own. My cat is a difficult patient but Dr. B has always been patient and kind. His staff takes great care to make every visit as trauma free as possible. Wonderful people, wonderful care.

The staff are extremely personable and professional. I highly recommend bringing your pet to Center Veterinary Clinic.

I found this little gem through Unilocal.Definitely a great clinic for my pup (and all pups). They usually take their last appointments on Saturdays at 1pm, but they went the extra mile to make an exception for my little guy. He needed a trim really bad. They got him in and out in a quick five mins. It was amazing. And in that short 5mins, You can just tell that the staff really loves what they do and are passionate about animal care. Everyone was friendly and it made me feel at ease. Special thanks to Kimberly! From the phone call to the office visit she made everything super easy and it felt very welcoming. Definitely won’t need to be searching for another clinic anytime soon!

Wonderful clinic!
From the caring, patient staff to Dr. Bigelow’s thoughtful and logical nature. They all took their time explaining everything, and were able to work with my fluid schedule easily. Their prices are comparable to most other veterinary clinics, and I love that they also provide boarding services.

DaleWOLF loves going to the Center Veterinary Clinic on Mira Mesa Blvd. He is calm, happy and really enjoys seeing McKenzie — (she let’s him sit near the heat of the computer and he loves being a rebel). I am so very pleased with the loving staff, the kindness, not only for my fuzzy wolf boy, but that they have a general caring & concern for the pet alpha parents as well. DaleWolf will continue here as along as they exist — we are loyal to our doctors, surgeons, dentists and especially where my precious boy is concerned — our loving, stellar Vet office and staff. They are No Ka Oi (The very best)!!!

We’ve been taking our oldest cat to Dr. Bigelow for about six years, and our newest kitten since we found her a few months ago. We do not live in the area, but Dr. Bigelow was highly recommended by a friend who had a cat with special needs. Over the past 6-​ish years we have been SO happy with the way Dr. Bigelow and the staff have treated both our babies. Our oldest is quite aggressive, and she had actually been seen by a previous vet in a terrible office closer to where we live, who did not know how to handle her. We would rather drive half an hour to CVC to make sure she sees Dr. Bigelow, who was able to give us answers regarding her aggression and her health. He and the staff have always been pleasant, open, willing, and able to help us with all our cats’ needs. Dr. Bigelow has been available to communicate with us via email and via his cell phone for emergencies. I love that I get any lab results in my email. They have specials sometimes depending on the month, send you postcards to remind you when your baby is due for something, you can opt to receive monthly newsletters, and they have fun things going on for your pets during the holidays (like pictures with Santa).
In terms of price, I find it reasonable considering the quality of care. The office visit is affordable. They will run everything by you if your pet needs additional care, and they won’t do things without your consent (like any other medical office). Many people will complain about a $ 400 bill for a special procedure, but they will gladly spend that amount or more on a new phone, designer shoes/​handbag, or any other luxury without a second thought. I will gladly spend that amount at CVC than at any other place (overall the prices are about the same as previous vets’ offices we’ve visited), because I know the quality of services my cats are getting. Still, depending on your pets’ needs, it can get super expensive if they require more care. Since our oldest now needs more care, we now have pet insurance for her, and the staff at CVC are always able to help us fill out the reimbursement forms and fax them quickly so we get reimbursed faster. I feel like at this office, we always know our cats are getting the best care at a reasonable price.

Dr. Bigelow and staff are dedicated to providing you with the best care possible.
Your concerns are explained fully.
Email notifications for your pets visits are appreciated.

Love this vet! We adopted a puppy and we got our first visit free. From then on we kept going back because of how wonderful the whole staff is. Love all the email reminders of when my dog needed shots ect. The only reason I’m giving 4 stars is bc the prices are a bit much, but to be honest, most vets are expensive anyway.

We are so happy to have Dr. Bigelow as our dogs’ vet! One of our dogs recently had a health problem and Dr Bigelow diagnosed the problem and prescribed medication which is working wonderfully! He also educated my husband and me regarding our dog’s condition, which has helped immensely. We are all happy, once again! Additionally, everyone at Center Vet is extremely friendly, kind, caring, and helpful. We highly recommend Center Vet! Your pet will be in great hands!

We’ve been taking our animals here since we moved to San Diego alittle over 3 years ago and I wouldn’t go anywhere else!!! The staff is very friendly and welcoming when you come in and will answer any questions you have. Our American Bulldog Knoxie gets very anxious around strangers and they can read her very well and make sure she is comfortable before doing any exams on her. Dr. Bigleow is extremely honest and you can tell he cares about you and your pets. They definetly treat the animals like their own and they are extremely fair. They don’t try to nickel and dime you and have you do unnecessary test just to run up your bill like experiences I’ve had other places in the past. Popeye, Neyland, and Knoxie love Center Veterinary Clinic!!!

Dr B is awesome. We came for a second opinion after getting xrays and blood work done at Banfield. They said he had a foreign body in his stomach that needed surgery asap or he may not make it. I brought little Norman in to see Dr. B (Linda set up the appointment for me and she was just great, super sweet lady) anyways, we did some ultrasounds and doctor says we don’t need surgery whatever is going on will pass. And yes it did. After being constipated for over a week my dog finally pooped! He is feeling 100% better and all without a $ 2500 life saving surgery that Banfield recommended for my 7 month old puppy. I can’t thank you all enough. I feel so much better seeing my puppy back to his normal playful self

Nice and friendly staff. I was there to get Rabies vaccination for my 2 year old cat. She was so nervous as we entered the clinic. I really thought she would have a tough time but the staff took good care of her. We were 15 Min earlier and got the shots done in less than 8 min. By the time we walked out of the clinic my cat was relaxed and little comfortable. I difinitely recommend this place. These guys love your pets as much as you do. what more do I need …

The most amazing kindest group of people! They really do care about what is best for your pet and are very helpful.

I absolutely felt so assured and comforted about getting 2 of my dogs neutered there. I have had a fear of losing another dog after losing one after being neutered. They talked with me over the phone and reassured me till I felt comfortable.
The day of their appointments I arrived they greeted me and my crazy dogs with affection and still made me feel ok. I brought in my girl who is so sweet and gentle and my crazy boy who is a crazed barker. The vet techs called me after their procedures were done and explained in great detail everything that was done and my dogs current temperaments.
When I got there to pick them I was excited and so apply to see them. The Vet told me that Mamoa had a wound on his neck and they cleaned and mended it at no extra charge. They gave them pain meds and advised me if I had any concerns or issues to please call.
The follow up was great they were willing to work with me to get their stitches out after I had to cancel twice due to car Issues. I will definitely be bringing my other dog in when it’s time for her to be neutered.

Very friendly and is a locally owned business which is nice to see. This is my VET for the future!

Started going to CVC a few months ago and all of my furbabies have been here. I have a dog and 2 cats. The staff is always super friendly, it’s very clean, they are always ready to answer any questions I may have, and my husband and I love taking our pets here. I feel like the staff go above and beyond for us and our pets. They call and check in on them after they’ve had appointments and medications administered. I have no complaints. Highly recommend them.

Dr. B and his staff are really thorough and descriptive when it comes to your pets. My cat, Mr. Kitty got attacked by another cat and had some pretty deep puncture wounds in his paw. We called 5mins before closing the day before to see if we can bring in Mr. Kitty since he was running a fever and lethargic. They were so accommodating and the lady stayed with us on the phone to tell us about their drop in hours the next day.
The next morning, I was able to drop off Mr. Kitty and the staff was very helpful in taking him to the back and then informing me of the examination procedures, the cost and the next steps after the examination. They also called my fiancé to include him into the conversation about medical prices and payment.
By noon they were complete with Mr. Kitty and gave us sound suggestions and recovery instructions. Dr. B also talked to me about what happened to Mr. Kitty, what he found and what they did to prevent further infection.
Mr. Kitty was up and running around a day after coming home! They did such a wonderful job keeping us informed and giving us pet care advice.

While dog sitting, the small dog we were watching was attacked by the larger dog. He had a small gash under his eye that was bleeding, although he was quite cheerful and pleasant still.
I called this office around 1pm to see if the vet could take a look at it. We just wanted to make sure that the dog would be OK and stable (and not die) until the owner could come back and handle everything. I spoke to the receptionist who chatted with the vet and called me back 5 minutes later…
«We’re so sorry your dog is cut and bleeding, but we’re just too busy today to check him out. Good luck to you though!»
Now, that’s a true love of animals right there. Any vet who can’t add a 15 minute block of time onto the end of their day is not nearly compassionate enough in my opinion. Thanks a million Dr. Bigelow!
Ultimately, we took the dog to Rancho Mesa on Miramar Road, who did add an extra appointment to the end of their day around 530pm. It took 15 minutes (or less) to look at the cut, tell us how to keep it clean, and send us on our way with peace of mind.

Fantastic. I’ve had pets and therefore dealt with vets my whole life, and I have been a veterinary receptionist, vet assistant and vet tech.
Dr. Bigelow actually gives clients his direct cell phone number if something happens after hours. They do not suggest unnecessary tests or procedures just to get more money. Most importantly, the passion they have for the animals they treat shows through in everything they do. I have never been nervous about my dogs going in back for treatment.
The whole staff is great– patient, informative and willing to do what they can to help you.
I plan on sticking with them for awhile

My first Vet for my first dog.
Dr Bigelow and his team are all very friendly and kind. They understand that a pet is more than just that, they are a member of the family. My Chata was always very relaxed and calm when she visited. The phrase let’s go the vet meant she was going to get some treats and love and would always make her tail wag.
This is also where I learned about grain free food and their health benefits. My friend lived in Perris and drove her dog down to see Dr. Big and his team… that says a lot.