TRACEY MITCHELL
Great vet and staff at affordable rates View on Google (opens in new tab)
Hughes
3438 E Lake Rd S Ste 11, Palm Harbor, FL 34685Pinellas CountyFlorida premises permit active since 1987(veterinary premises permit VE1376, held by Hughes All Creatures Animal Cl, responsible vet James E. Hughes)Check with the state (opens in new tab)Matched to this clinic by address.
Real Vet Score 94 out of 100Real Vet ScoreExcellentLikely 90–97 given the evidence#1 of 11 scored vets in Palm Harbor How rankedTop 10%4.8From 224 ratings across 2 sources4.8 on Google (opens in new tab) (201 reviews)4.6 on Yelp (opens in new tab) (23 reviews)Replies to 0% of Google and Yelp reviews (of 20 read)
How this score was calculated
| Ratings from | Avg | Count |
|---|---|---|
| 4.80 | 201 | |
| Yelp | 4.60 | 23 |
- Star ratings, weighted: 4.78. Member reviews count 1.5×, 3× with a checked bill.
- Last 24 months: 4.80 from 20 reviews, blended in at 25%.
- Adjusted toward the all-clinic average (4.55) with the weight of 20 reviews: 4.77.
- What 17 reviews say about care: +0.07 stars.
- Result: 4.84 stars = 94 / 100. Based on many ratings.
What pet owners say
Summary written by AISeveral reviewers praise the clinic for its knowledgeable staff and ability to treat both common pets and exotic animals like rabbits and reptiles. Many owners report feeling that the practice offers high-quality care at reasonable prices.
Often praised
- Expertise with exotic animals
- Reasonable pricing
- Knowledgeable and compassionate staff
Common concerns
- Difficulty scheduling urgent appointments
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).
- Cost and billing
- 83% positive, 17% negative, (6) mentions
- Front desk and staff
- 100% positive, 0% negative, (6) mentions
- Treatment results
- 100% positive, 0% negative, (6) mentions
- Explaining options
- 100% positive, 0% negative, (3) mentions
- Wait times and booking
- 67% positive, 33% negative, (3) mentions
From 17 reviews read by AI. Topics mentioned fewer than 3 times are not shown.
Reviews
Write a reviewRachel K
Took our Bearded dragon here as we needed a vet that took more than cats & dogs. Vet and staff Re amazing. I now bring our dog here too. Theyre kind. Compassionate. Humble and informative. The Dr isnt going to give you a run around and charge you a gazillion dollars. He treats… Read the full review on Google (opens in new tab)
Kean Black
Great doctor positive environment View on Google (opens in new tab)
MIKE LIPPOLD
Having owned dogs for an extended period, I have frequented numerous veterinary clinics. We attended this particular vet shortly after relocating to the area. Dr. Hughes demonstrated exceptional knowledge and a non-pressuring approach. He promptly identified my dog's condition… Read the full review on Google (opens in new tab)
John Rivera
I have used Dr Hughes for about 14 years. I have brought him my dog and reptiles. He is awesome. Extremely fair and clearly not in it for greed. He cares deeply for animals View on Google (opens in new tab)
Sharde Pereira
He is exceptional. Dr. Hughes took in an injured cotton tail in urgent need of medical attention. He truly cares deeply for all animals and is knowledgeable with exotics like bunnies which is EXTREMELY rare. View on Google (opens in new tab)
Donna Greeson
I trust Dr Hughes for care of our 2 GSD and Bengal breed kitty. View on Google (opens in new tab)
Dana Conrad
My mom took her Pomeranian to Dr. Hughes for 14 years since he was a baby. The only vet she used. He never really got sick until 3/17/26. Needed to be seen asap. Was told they were booked and would not be able to get him in until the following week which would be 6 days from my… Read the full review on Google (opens in new tab)
Chris Drayton
Great care reasonable price View on Google (opens in new tab)
Gisselle Rodriguez
As a very careful pet owner, especially when it comes to my bunny, I had a great experience with this office from start to finish. From my initial phone call, the front desk staff were helpful, kind, and accommodating, and they were able to fit my rabbit into the schedule… Read the full review on Google (opens in new tab)
Dabber Doodle
Star rating only, no written review.
Chad Prieto
Star rating only, no written review.
Saidah Branch
The most loving Vet and staff you could ever ask for for your pets. Very accommodating. Very reasonably priced For the superior care you get View on Google (opens in new tab)
Lui
Hughes All Creatures Animal Clinic was recommended to us by our pet sitter after our original exotic veterinarian left our local clinic. Our eight-year-old bunny needed to be seen urgently for an open wound under one of his eyes, and thankfully, Dr. Hughes was able to get us in… Read the full review on Google (opens in new tab)
Kathy Bowman
Whoever said you can always be replaced was wrong when it comes to Dr Hughes. Need I say more? View on Google (opens in new tab)
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