Iv Herrera
Star rating only, no written review.
Clinic's reply: We’re happy to hear you had a positive experience and appreciate you allowing us to care for your pet. Thank you for the great feedback!
Florida Veterinary Referral Center – Emergency and Specialty Care
Emergency vet
9220 Estero Park Commons Blvd #7, Estero, FL 33928Lee CountyFlorida premises permit active since 2019(veterinary premises permit VE5673)Check with the state (opens in new tab)Matched to this clinic by address.
Real Vet Score 82 out of 100Real Vet ScoreGoodLikely 80–85 given the evidence#29 of 58 scored vets in Lee County How ranked4.5From 1,244 ratings across 2 sources4.6 on Google (opens in new tab) (1,160 reviews)3.7 on Yelp (opens in new tab) (84 reviews)Replies to 90% of Google and Yelp reviews (of 20 read)Down 3 points since September 2026
How this score was calculated
| Ratings from | Avg | Count |
|---|---|---|
| 4.60 | 1,160 | |
| Yelp | 3.70 | 84 |
- Star ratings, weighted: 4.54. Member reviews count 1.5×, 3× with a checked bill.
- Last 24 months: 4.60 from 20 reviews, blended in at 25%.
- Adjusted toward the all-clinic average (4.55) with the weight of 20 reviews: 4.55.
- What 16 reviews say about care: +0.00 stars.
- Result: 4.56 stars = 82 / 100. Based on many ratings.
What pet owners say
Summary written by AIReviewers generally describe the clinic as a compassionate and professional emergency facility with a supportive staff. While most owners report positive experiences regarding communication and care, one reviewer reported significant delays in diagnostic results.
Often praised
- Several reviewers praise the staff for being kind, patient, and compassionate.
- Multiple reviewers mention clear and thorough communication regarding treatment plans.
Common concerns
- One reviewer reported long wait times for X-ray results.
Written by AI from the reviews (members' first, then the newest), Oct 25, 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).
- Explaining options
- 88% positive, 13% negative, (8) mentions
- Gentle with pets
- 83% positive, 17% negative, (6) mentions
- Front desk and staff
- 100% positive, 0% negative, (6) mentions
- Treatment results
- 100% positive, 0% negative, (5) mentions
From 16 reviews read by AI. Topics mentioned fewer than 3 times are not shown.
Reviews
Write a reviewStacilynn Waldman
I was in there last night and my dog saw a Dr Bowers. He was so amazing and kind. He stayed hours after his shift was over to make sure my dog was well enough to go home. The entire staff went above and beyond! Unfortunately, I am all too familiar with emergency vets and this… Read the full review on Google (opens in new tab)
Clinic's reply: We’re so glad our team could provide such a reassuring experience for you and your dog during a stressful emergency. We know how much it means to have a… Read it on Google (opens in new tab)
Bruce Fredericksen
Such a wonderful place of love for fur babies ..... great staff but most of all , an outstanding ( Dr.Booth ) . Thank you for all you've done to help our Angel. ❤️ View on Google (opens in new tab)
Clinic's reply: We’re so happy to hear that you and your sweet girl felt surrounded by love and compassion during your visit! Our team is dedicated to treating every pet like… Read it on Google (opens in new tab)
laura asroff
Extremely nice and patient staff. Very accommodating didn’t rush us at all. View on Google (opens in new tab)
Clinic's reply: We’re so glad you felt welcomed and comfortable with our team! We believe every pet and family deserves patience, kindness, and the time they need to feel at… Read it on Google (opens in new tab)
Marsha Poster
Dr V. Glanders is a wonderful vet & truly caring person…She is knowledgeable & kind. I felt secure in her recommendations. The staff was also caring and ready to help in any way they could … I strongly recommend asking for Dr Glanders to address your emergency pet needs. View on Google (opens in new tab)
Clinic's reply: We’re delighted to hear that you felt comfortable and confident in the care you received! Our team strives to provide knowledgeable, compassionate support… Read it on Google (opens in new tab)
Sandy Meyers
Star rating only, no written review.
Clinic's reply: Thank you for your review Sandy! We appreciate your positive feedback!
Gail McClure
Star rating only, no written review.
Clinic's reply: We’re happy to hear you had a positive experience and appreciate you allowing us to care for your pet. Thank you for the great feedback!
Ohio Girl
We had to stop on our way into Florida because my baby got sick on the way! The were incredible and so good with her!! And actually, I didn’t think the price was any different from our Vet back home!! I’d go again if need be! View on Google (opens in new tab)
Clinic's reply: We’re so glad our team could be there for you and your furry companion when she became ill during your travels! We know how worrying it can be when a pet isn’t… Read it on Google (opens in new tab)
Darlene Lewis
Absolutely horrible. Do not go here, they don't give a shit about your animal. They only care about money View on Google (opens in new tab)
Linda Miles
Dr Carol and her team were amazing. They love animals and, treat them kindly. They get to the source of their illness needs quickly. After X-rays and an anti vomiting injection my dog was completely better in two days. The follow up call 2 days later to see how Ramon was doing… Read the full review on Google (opens in new tab)
Clinic's reply: We’re thrilled to hear your pup was feeling better so quickly and that our team made you feel genuinely cared for. Prompt attention, compassionate treatment… Read it on Google (opens in new tab)
Andrew
Caring helping through a difficult time View on Google (opens in new tab)
Clinic's reply: We’re glad our team could provide care and support during such a difficult time. We understand how important compassion and reassurance can be when you’re… Read it on Google (opens in new tab)
Midgie
In one word, excellent! View on Google (opens in new tab)
Clinic's reply: We’re so happy to hear that your experience was excellent! Knowing that you and your pet felt well cared for means so much to our entire team. We truly… Read it on Google (opens in new tab)
Brian Schultz
Star rating only, no written review.
Clinic's reply: We’re happy to hear you had a positive experience and appreciate you allowing us to care for your pet. Thank you for the great feedback!
Ruth
We will forever be grateful to Dr. Booth, Dr. Glander, Dr. Barrientos, and every nurse and technician who cared for our beautiful Abby during the hardest days of our lives. Abby came to them critically ill, and from the moment she arrived, we knew she was surrounded by people… Read the full review on Google (opens in new tab)
Clinic's reply: We’re deeply sorry for the loss your family experienced and for the heartbreaking circumstances that brought your pet into our care. It means so much to know… Read it on Google (opens in new tab)
Matthew
It was the worst animal vet hospital that I have ever been to. It took 3 and half hours just to receive x ray results. When a dog enters the office with globs of blood coming from its rectal area, it would only make common sense to immediately do an x-ray, instead it took two… Read the full review on Google (opens in new tab)
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