Bethany Family Pet Clinic

We have always had a lot of dogs. They are a big part of our family, and we only want the best care for them. We were very lucky to find Bethany Family Pet Clinic when we moved to Portland 15 years ago. Through the years, Bethany Family Pet Clinic has become like our second family! Their front desk support staff are always helpful and friendly. Their techs are experienced, and particularly good with dogs who are nervous at the vets, like ours. Our dogs always get lots of love and attention whenever they go to the clinic. And then there's our vet, Dr. Kristin Velasco. She is just exceptional! So knowledgeable and caring -- so willing to go that extra mile! There was the time we contacted her about one of our dogs, Twiggy, who suddenly became very ill. Dr. Velasco thought the symptoms were serious enough, that she wanted to see Twiggy right away. So Dr. Velasco drove to the clinic earlier than scheduled, and met us there with Twiggy. She immediately did bloodwork, ran some tests, and put Twiggy on an IV. Then, because of her experience with symptoms like Twiggy's, she ran a simple test. The results came back positive for Addison's Disease. Which is treatable if caught early. That was 4 years ago. Today, Twiggy is a very healthy, active dog. She is alive because Dr. Velasco acted quickly and was able to diagnose the problem in time. From routine vaccines and teeth cleaning to more serious issues like accidents and sickness, I know Bethany Family Pet Clinic is always there to help our dogs. If I could, I would give them more than 5 stars!

The staff and doctors are the hardest working, and most empathic folks I've met. Our dog was paralyzed by an unknown accident, and the amount of positive treatment for our beloved "kid" was out of this world. The amount of positive mental health treatment for the pet parents has been phenomenal as well. The staff have become like family as we went weekly for treatments. Four months in, and our dog is able to stand again, and with more rehab will walk. It's like going to "animal Doernbecher Hospital". They are all superior.

Don't let all the new recent reviews scare you away. Yes, they are not quite as prompt in returning a voicemail or email, which hopefully they can address, however, this place is still amazing! Staff are fabulous, make you feel welcomed. I was asked multiple times while waiting if I had been helped. Technicians and vet did great and answered questions and quelled some worries and helped prioritize the medical needs of my pets. If you have budgets they will give you their advice on what to tackle first! Even though I felt bad about my pets issues and not bringing them earlier they never guilted me or made me feel like a bad pet mom. Unlike most clinics that offer great quality care they usually have openings or are able to squeeze you in on some cases to save you from going to the emergency department. Great place.

I found Bethany Family Pet Clinic during a hard search for a Fear Free vet. Their entire staff is outstanding. My dog struggles hard with new people and finally found a vet practice that is willing and capable of helping him. Dr Lough and Hannah are wonderful to work with. I cannot say enough good things about each of them. As the owner, you must do the work but they will meet you halfway and will bring the expertise you are looking for.

Bethany Family Pet Clinic is the best! I highly recommend this clinic to anyone who needs a fear free environment with well trained staff members that are very familiar with how to work with anxiety in animals. You have taken such good care of Archie, and managed his anxiety so well. Thank you for looking past his fear, and recognizing what a wonderful dog he is. Everyone is extremely friendly. It’s a long drive for us to get to the clinic, however, I wouldn’t go anywhere else. Thank you for taking such good care of our furry family member.