We want to thank the doctors,nurses,tech,and staff who took great care of our baby Romeo.we were a wreck when we got there and they assured us that they were going to take good care of our baby and they went above and beyond to do so. we thank God for having them taking care of… Read the full review on Google (opens in new tab)
Allied Veterinary Specialists (AVS)
Emergency vet
2300 S Ridgewood Ave, South Daytona, FL 32119Volusia CountyFlorida premises permit active since 2023(veterinary premises permit VE6796)Check with the state (opens in new tab)Matched to this clinic by address.
Florida premises permit active since 2026(veterinary premises permit VE7363)Check with the state (opens in new tab)Matched to this clinic by address.
How this score was calculated
| Ratings from | Avg | Count |
|---|---|---|
| 4.50 | 144 |
- Star ratings, weighted: 4.50. Member reviews count 1.5×, 3× with a checked bill.
- Last 24 months: 4.63 from 43 reviews, blended in at 25%.
- Adjusted toward the all-clinic average (4.55) with the weight of 20 reviews: 4.54.
- What 40 reviews say about care: +0.01 stars.
- Result: 4.55 stars = 82 / 100. Based on many ratings.
What people paid
Amounts pet owners reported for Allied Veterinary Specialists (AVS).
Quoted in Google, Yelp and Facebook reviews
- Emergency visit
- $4,000
As written by owners. Some may be estimates or part of a bill, and insurance isn't accounted for. What you pay depends on your pet's needs.
What pet owners say
Summary written by AIReviewers frequently praise the clinic for its high level of compassion, professionalism, and thorough communication during both routine procedures and emergency surgeries. While many owners report exceptional care from specific doctors and staff members, some reviewers expressed concerns regarding high costs and inconsistent experiences with certain providers.
Often praised
- Highly compassionate and empathetic staff
- Excellent surgical outcomes and skilled specialists
- Clear communication and frequent updates for owners
Common concerns
- High cost of services
- Inconsistent quality of care between different doctors
- Long wait times in some instances
Written by AI from the reviews (members' first, then the newest), Oct 27, 2026. It can be wrong: read the reviews for the full picture.
What reviews mention
Each review is read for the topics it talks about. Bars show how many of those mentions were positive (green, from the left) or negative (red, from the right).
- Front desk and staff
- 92% positive, 4% negative, (25) mentions
- Treatment results
- 90% positive, 10% negative, (21) mentions
- Explaining options
- 94% positive, 0% negative, (17) mentions
- Gentle with pets
- 100% positive, 0% negative, (13) mentions
- Wait times and booking
- 63% positive, 25% negative, (8) mentions
- Clean facilities
- 80% positive, 20% negative, (5) mentions
- Cost and billing
- 25% positive, 75% negative, (4) mentions
From 40 reviews read by AI. Topics mentioned fewer than 3 times are not shown.
About this clinic
As stated on the clinic's own website (alliedveterinaryspecialists.com), checked Oct 25, 2026. Call ahead to confirm.
- Services
- surgeryx-raysultrasoundin-house lab
- Veterinarians
- Carlos L. Aragon, DVM, DACVSFlorida license VM11324, current
- Brad Mackenzie, DVM, DACVS
- Erika Sikina, DVM, MPH, DACVECC
Reviews
Write a reviewNo words are enough to describe the compassion and professional care this place has. My dog son and best friend had to go today. This hospital could not be better. If you want to have your fur baby with love and kindness won't be other place like this. This is the best… Read the full review on Google (opens in new tab)
I cannot express any criticism of this clinic. Everyone was incredibly understanding, caring, and helpful. Additionally, their fees were more affordable than those at another emergency veterinary clinic I visited. The staff and doctor were exceptionally professional and kind. I… Read the full review on Google (opens in new tab)
I’ve never felt more comfortable leaving my French Bulldog, Thug, in the care of a surgical team. Kaitlin was incredibly patient, kind, and informative throughout the entire process, and the same can be said for the nurses and customer service staff. Everyone went above and… Read the full review on Google (opens in new tab)
Can’t say enough great things about Doctor Aragon and the staff! My dog has had two surgeries on her knees for her doggie “ACL” with Doctor Aragon. I can honestly say that the surgery and recovery were super easy and now she’s back to acting like a puppy all over again! The team… Read the full review on Google (opens in new tab)
Love this place the care they show and the catch stuff my regular vet never tell me about . View on Google (opens in new tab)
We are so grateful for Allied Veterinary Specialists. The entire team - from the front desk, to the techs, to Dr. Aragon - is fantastic. We rescued a sweet, 3 year old husky (named Griffin) back in November. We later found out he has severe hip dysplasia in both hips, and he… Read the full review on Google (opens in new tab)
We have a 14-year-old dog with osteoarthritis in his elbow who had been receiving Adequan injections twice weekly. Unfortunately, he was still experiencing pain and really didn’t enjoy the injections. While researching other treatment options for our little man, we learned… Read the full review on Google (opens in new tab)
Dr Kim Jordan and nurse Emily took care of my 5 year old cat Fairy, heartbroken she had a massive tumor and was very ill , she had to be put to rest because she was in a lot of pain Dr Kim and Emily never left Fairy or myself. They were both so kind and compassionate. I felt… Read the full review on Google (opens in new tab)
If you have a cat, proceed with caution. What kind of review can I give when the best veterinarians I’ve ever had work on my pets are working under the same roof with a charlatan. This place provides a crucial service for pet owners in this area and I am grateful for the… Read the full review on Google (opens in new tab)
my doberman ate a part of his dog toy and had been getting sick non stop- they got us in within a reasonable wait time! Dr. Nichols was amazing answered all my questions and provided the care i wanted for my dog. His nurse was amazing made sure i was comfortable while waiting… Read the full review on Google (opens in new tab)
Money money money. Ridiculous prices for common ailments. Redo blood work after 2 days? Thousand dollars without a diagnosis? Never coming back. Feel very taken advantage of. View on Google (opens in new tab)
The team at AVS worked their tails off to try and save our cat Gizmo. I cannot express how much I appreciate their efforts and compassion. They were phenomenal about giving updates multiple time per day and treated all of us fantastically. They really did everything they could… Read the full review on Google (opens in new tab)
I needed my dog to be seen in a very short amount of time before we left for a national competition. I was thankfully able to get a same day appointment with Dr. Aragon. My dog can be difficult, which means muzzle and meds every time we go to the vet. Dr. Aragon’s staff… Read the full review on Google (opens in new tab)
My Field Golden Retriever was diagnosed with Pancarpal arthrodesis (PCA) a salvage surgical procedure, primarily in dogs, that fuses all carpal joints (radiocarpal, intercarpal, carpometacarpal) to treat severe, irreparable carpal instability, such as hyperextension injuries… Read the full review on Google (opens in new tab)
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