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Island Animal Hospital at Viera

Emergency vet

5485 Lorkey ln, Melbourne, FL 32940Brevard County
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Real Vet Score 85 out of 100Real Vet ScoreGoodLikely 81–89 given the evidence#10 of 24 scored vets in Melbourne How ranked4.7From 344 ratings across 2 sources4.7 on Google (opens in new tab) (322 reviews)4.1 on Yelp (opens in new tab) (22 reviews)Replies to 55% of Google and Yelp reviews (of 20 read)Down 3 points since September 2026
How this score was calculated
Ratings fromAvgCount
Google4.70322
Yelp4.1022
  1. Star ratings, weighted: 4.66. Member reviews count 1.5×, 3× with a checked bill.
  2. Last 24 months: 4.60 from 20 reviews, blended in at 25%.
  3. Adjusted toward the all-clinic average (4.55) with the weight of 20 reviews: 4.64.
  4. What 14 reviews say about care: −0.01 stars.
  5. Result: 4.63 stars = 85 / 100. Based on many ratings.
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What pet owners say

Summary written by AI

Reviewers generally describe the clinic as a professional and welcoming facility with a clean environment. Many owners report positive experiences regarding the staff's demeanor and the variety of treatment options provided.

Often praised

  • Several reviewers mention the friendly and professional attitude of the staff.
  • Multiple reviewers praise the cleanliness of the facility.
  • Some reviewers appreciate the thorough communication regarding treatment options.

Common concerns

  • One reviewer reported issues with follow-up communication and inconsistent information regarding test 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).

Front desk and staff
100% positive, 0% negative, (7) mentions
Explaining options
67% positive, 33% negative, (6) mentions
Treatment results
60% positive, 40% negative, (5) mentions
Gentle with pets
100% positive, 0% negative, (4) mentions
Clean facilities
100% positive, 0% negative, (4) mentions

From 14 reviews read by AI. Topics mentioned fewer than 3 times are not shown.

Reviews

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Cortney Kazek
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I brought my cat in for wellness exam, rabies, bloodwork, and nail trim. As most pet owners can relate, I was nervous about how my cat would do. The technician, Nate was wonderful. He was very kind, patient, and explained everything. Dr. Gaudry was warm, and genuine. They both… Read the full review on Google (opens in new tab)

Clinic's reply: Thank you so much for your kind words and for taking the time to share your experience. We know how stressful veterinary visits can be, and we're so glad that… Read it on Google (opens in new tab)
Michael Schroeder
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On June 13, I brought my dog to Island Veterinary Clinic in Viera because he was ill and experiencing significant issues with his nose, including cracking, discharge, and bleeding. Unfortunately, our experience was disappointing. During the visit, the discussion covered… Read the full review on Google (opens in new tab)

Clinic's reply: Thank you for sharing your feedback. We are truly sorry to hear that your experience did not meet your expectations. We understand how frustrating it must… Read it on Google (opens in new tab)
Sanya Haralson
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I don’t live here. I live down south but my mom lives here. I have been here twice. They are so nice, do not push expensive treatments or meds on you. I went this time for second opinion on ear surgery. They confirmed my suspicion that my dog did not need it!!!! No expensive… Read the full review on Google (opens in new tab)

Clinic's reply: Thank you so much for sharing your experience with us! Even though you’re not local, we’re truly honored that you trusted our team while visiting your mom… Read it on Google (opens in new tab)
Edward Chandler
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Great place to bring your animal. Staff is very friendly, helpful, and professional. View on Google (opens in new tab)

Clinic's reply: Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re thrilled to hear that you had a great experience with our team. Providing friendly, helpful, and professional care… Read it on Google (opens in new tab)
Tammy Shelley
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They are great with my puppy and are always friendly. Nice and clean environment. View on Google (opens in new tab)

Clinic's reply: Thank you so much for your kind words. We’re thrilled to hear that your puppy feels comfortable with us and that you’ve had consistently friendly experiences… Read it on Google (opens in new tab)

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