I tried to call regarding Jessica after your post and found she wasn't there. I had asked the question when new to Austin in August and have only taken Leo once to a groomer since then. Poor little guy, but I hate leaving him! I actually drove to Cedar Park, to check a vet who was recommended, at Premier Animal Hospital. My realtor, who works with animal rescue, said this vet also works closely with an animal rescue group. Got points for that!
I don't think I saw the actual Dr. who was recommended, but the experience was ok & we were just there for the rabies update. They have a groomer as part of their 'resort', so I figured I'd try since they were connected with the clinic. What was good, was that they worked on Leo while I waited; he was only there an hour. I ran to the store & came back to him finished. I was really pleased about that. The girl was very nice, and Leo did not seem stressed. It may not have been the best haircut, but decent.
Since then I have checked out a clinic on Red Bud Lane, near Gattis School Road because I now live near there. The clinic seems pleasant, and organized, although I haven't actually had the nerve to take Leo there. They, too, have a groomer & I made an appt, then cancelled the day before because I just didn't want to leave him. Pathetic, huh! I walked through the clinic & spoke at length with a doctor and the groomer, so I will most likely make another appointment. I don't know if this helps, but it's the only research I've done so far.
Just as a BTW, at Premier Animal Hospital, the doctor who owns the clinic, apparently has a wife who is also a veterinarian, specializing in animal dermatology. I guess that's rare in Austin, so I thought I'd share that info. |