Jewell Animal Clinic

I’ve seen several vets while moving around since college, and Dr. Smith and her staff are by far the best veterinary professionals that I’ve dealt with. Dr. Smith has given personal attention to my dogs’ medical issues and exceeded all of my expectations with her willingness to explain various health issues. Additionally, while fostering a dog (who was on the brink of starvation) for a local shelter, she has given her time to answer many questions we’ve had about the dog’s health issues.
I highly recommend Jewell Animal Clinic.

As a currant employee I am surprised by some of the reviews I am reading. First off we take a lot of time and consideration before adopting to just anyone. We feel that the pets in our care deserve the best home we can get them not just any home that puts in an application. After filling out an application we do vet reference checks and if there is a landlord involved we also call them. After reading the reviews of people that were not a good fit for the dog they were looking at I am glad I made the decision I made because writing things that are not true about a shelter that works so hard to help animals shows me that they aren’t the animal lovers they try to make themselves out to be. I have been at Judy’s Forgotten Jewells for 4 months and in that time we have not had parvo. Unfortunately parvo does rear it’s ugly head at ALL shelters and we have had it in the past. The puppies involved were treated by Dr. Smith and unfortunately not all made it but some did. If a shelter, Humane Society or animal control ever said they never had parvo they are lying. Dr. Smith cares very deeply for the pets in her care she has only shown them kindness. Before spreading lies about any facility take into consideration who is doing the reviews, «ex» employees that ended their employment in less then favorable circumstances and people that did not get their way regarding an adoption.

Dr. Smith and the staff at Jewell Animal Hospital are a godsend, and I would be hard-​pressed to take my dogs to anyone but them. Here’s why:
I moved to the area in Spring 2014 and began searching for a vet for my small dog. I came across Jewell Animal Clinic and was delighted at how fast and easy it was to book an appointment, as well as how flexible their clinic hours were. Getting in after work was no problem, but even better, they offered the option for me to drop her off in the morning and pick her up at the end of the day. When I went to pick up my pup that evening, Dr. Smith brought her to me and discussed her health from nose to tail. To say Dr. Smith is thorough is an understatement. Working in the pet care industry, I’m fascinated with the practice of veterinary medicine and Dr. Smith always takes extra time (to humor me!) and explain anything and everything with great detail. I NEVER feel rushed when I’m at her clinic and always get my questions answered. And speaking of taking extra time, I’ve seen her do so much as keep the clinic open late because a young girl called about coming in with her sick guinea pig. She’s not a «clock in, clock out» kind of doctor.
Since that initial visit, I’ve visited Jewell Animal Hospital for general wellness exams, vaccinations, dental extractions (my pup had some gnarly teeth), and broken bones — and that’s just for one of my two dogs! I also recently took in a foster dog that was in very bad shape, and after frantically emailing on a Sunday afternoon about some wormy stool, Jewell Animal Hospital was able to fit me in for an appointment the very NEXT DAY to give my sick little foster her full vetting. What’s more, Dr. Smith spent over an HOUR answering my questions about my foster pup all while sitting on the floor playing with her and calming her down. I’ve never had a vet show so much care about animals or her practice. Previously, I’ve felt a little talked down to by my veterinarians, but never with Dr. Smith or her staff. They’re kind, they’re hilarious, they’re real, and above all, they’re incredible at what they do.
Should you come across any Jewell Animal Hospital naysayers, I’ll say that if you’re looking for a cookie cutter veterinary practice with a doctor that will tell you what you want to hear and check boxes, look elsewhere. If you want a veterinarian that will tell it like it is with A LOT of passion, go see Dr. Smith. Her direct, no-​nonsense attitude all stems from her passion for doing right by animals. She’s not afraid to hurt your feelings if it’s what’s right for your pet, yet she’s never made me feel guilty/​ashamed as a pet owner. I think many overlook the fact that not only is Dr. Smith practicing veterinary medicine on a daily basis, but she’s also running the business itself as an independent business owner AND running a rescue. Doing just one of those isn’t an easy task, let alone all three. I have much respect for Dr. Smith and her staff for how they run their business, their rescue, and ultimately, how they care for every pet that comes through the door, including my own.

Dr. Patricia Smith is one of the best veterinarians I have ever taken a pet to for treatment (I have been to a lot over the years from moving around). She has been wonderful with my dog. My dog has had visits and surgery at this clinic and I have been very satisfied. She takes the time to explain the how and why and never makes it feel like the visit is rushed. She is very thorough. I will bring all my future pets to this clinic.

We recently had a terrible experience with this group and their adoption shelter, Judy’s Forgotten Jewells, it seems to be a complete scam. My advice… DO NOT ADOPT OR DEAL WITH THESE PEOPLE.
We went to meet and adopt a dog from them about two weeks ago. I was told if all went well we would be able to take the dog home within a day or so. Their coordinator said she thought it would be a great fit and was excited we wanted to adopt the dog. She then said that we would hear back from her that night and I left several messages with no response to this day.
We have so much love to give and were willing to work with the dog to help her feel safe and loved with us in our home. We even went and bought her a new bed, food etc. During our visit with the dog she had a decent amount of liquid poop which had a distinct smell, I just thought she was nervous. After more due diligence I was able to see that their location is overrun with PARVO and if I am being honest, I think they adopt out sick dogs knowingly so you bring them back to their vet for care. The dog is no longer listed on their site and I am convinced they realized how sick she was and just ignored us as opposed to being honest.
It was a real slap in the face as I donated products to them for their upcoming auction to help them raise funds… and never even got a thank you call for that. It broke my heart as we were so excited to get our newest family member. I believe in offering feedback both good and bad. Unfortunately, my feedback is negative and it is these dogs who are suffering.
If I am being honest, I am disgusted by how this was dealt with on their end and I would urge anyone thinking about working with them to consider another shelter or vet. My rating is ZERO stars and I just don’t want anyone else to go through what we did.