James Hamilton (Jamie)
The best Vet we have ever had the opportunity to visit. Very knowledgeable, always knows what our dogs need.. Thanks DR 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 reviewScarlett Delong
Most reasonable and knowledgeable View on Google (opens in new tab)
R. St.Pierre
Great place to take you best friend, whatever kind of friend that may be. View on Google (opens in new tab)
Marsha Laughter
Dr Hughes and his staff are amazing . They love our pets and care for them so well. Dr Hughes is a wealth of knowledge and somehow always knows the answer to our issues! View on Google (opens in new tab)
Joey
Star rating only, no written review.
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