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Outback Animal Clinic

224 Commonwealth Ave N, Polk City, FL 33868Polk County
Real Vet Score 85 out of 100Real Vet ScoreGoodLikely 82–89 given the evidence#17 of 42 scored vets in Polk County How ranked4.5From 465 ratings across 3 sources4.5 on Google (opens in new tab) (374 reviews)2.5 on Yelp (opens in new tab) (6 reviews)96% recommend on Facebook (opens in new tab) (25 reviews read)Replies to 0% of Google and Yelp reviews (of 23 read)Up 4 points since September 2026
How this score was calculated
Ratings fromAvgCount
Google4.54434
Yelp2.506
Facebook4.8425
  1. Star ratings, weighted: 4.53. Member reviews count 1.5×, 3× with a checked bill.
  2. Adjusted toward the all-clinic average (4.55) with the weight of 20 reviews: 4.53.
  3. What 39 reviews say about care: +0.10 stars.
  4. Result: 4.63 stars = 85 / 100. Based on many ratings.
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What pet owners say

Summary written by AI

Many reviewers praise the clinic for its compassionate and professional atmosphere, frequently highlighting the kindness shown during difficult end-of-life transitions. The facility is also noted for providing thorough communication and a welcoming environment for long-term clients.

Often praised

  • Multiple reviewers report high levels of compassion and kindness from the staff.
  • Several owners mention that the clinic provides affordable services.
  • Many reviewers highlight the friendly and helpful nature of the office staff.

Common concerns

  • One reviewer reported a negative experience regarding emergency wait times.

Written by AI from the reviews (members' first, then the newest), Nov 2, 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, (23) mentions
Gentle with pets
93% positive, 7% negative, (15) mentions
Cost and billing
83% positive, 17% negative, (6) mentions
Explaining options
100% positive, 0% negative, (5) mentions
Treatment results
100% positive, 0% negative, (3) mentions

From 39 reviews read by AI. Topics mentioned fewer than 3 times are not shown.

About this clinic

As stated on the clinic's own website (outbackanimalclinic.com), checked Nov 1, 2026. Call ahead to confirm.

Services
wellness examsvaccinesdental caresurgeryboardinggroomingx-raysultrasoundin-house labemergency caremicrochipping
Veterinarians
RecommendsDebbie Parker
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What's wrong with it?

A few weeks ago I had to make the hardest decision to help my furbaby Levi cross the rainbow bridge. I knew he could not travel far so we called Outback for help. They had never seen Levi but told us to bring him in. I have to say the compassion and understanding of the staff… Read the full review on Facebook (opens in new tab)

RecommendsDebbie Albert
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Thank you all for your kindness and treatment for my kitty Minnie. The staff is awesome!!!! View on Facebook (opens in new tab)

RecommendsElizabeth Hahn
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I have been using the clinic for over five years and I love it! Friendly staff and wonderful doctors! View on Facebook (opens in new tab)

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