We’ve been taking both of our senior dogs to Riverwalk Animal Hospital since relocating to the area earlier this year, and finding a good veterinarian these days can be surprisingly difficult. We feel very fortunate to have found Dr. Schefski. When our senior Chihuahua, Wally… Read the full review on Google (opens in new tab)
Riverwalk Animal Hospital & Urgent Care
209 E Commercial St, Sanford, FL 32771Seminole CountyHow this score was calculated
| Ratings from | Avg | Count |
|---|---|---|
| 4.80 | 180 | |
| Yelp | 4.80 | 4 |
- Star ratings, weighted: 4.80. Member reviews count 1.5×, 3× with a checked bill.
- Last 24 months: 4.73 from 15 reviews, blended in at 25%.
- Adjusted toward the all-clinic average (4.55) with the weight of 20 reviews: 4.76.
- What 13 reviews say about care: +0.05 stars.
- Result: 4.81 stars = 92 / 100. Based on many ratings.
What pet owners say
Summary written by AIRiverwalk Animal Hospital & Urgent Care is frequently praised for its compassionate staff and the thorough, patient care provided by the veterinarians. Many owners appreciate the clinic's ability to handle both routine visits and urgent medical situations with professionalism.
Often praised
- Compassionate and attentive staff
- Thorough explanations of treatments
- Effective handling of urgent care cases
Common concerns
- Reported long wait times for some patients
Written by AI from the reviews (members' first, then the newest), Sep 25, 2026. It can be wrong: read the reviews for the full picture.
Reviews
Write a reviewDr. Jennifer Schefski is incredibly caring, attentive, and compassionate. It’s clear that she truly loves her patients and what she does. She is very knowledgeable and honest, and always takes the time to explain everything and answer all of our questions. Our appointments never… Read the full review on Google (opens in new tab)
Only place I got to take care of my cats View on Google (opens in new tab)
Great people View on Google (opens in new tab)
Star rating only, no written review.
Brought my mom’s cat in with symptoms of UTI. Were sent away by receptionist stating 2-3 hr wait (only 2 small dogs in waiting room) and her diagnosis that it could be something serious but cat never even was taken out of the carrier. View on Google (opens in new tab)
Today is 15 days my sweet Luna cross the rainbow and left my heart broken so bad, want to Thank this Clinic for the service they gave me in the health of my princess...thank for the Condolences card...thank again from the bottom of our hearts...😢😢 View on Google (opens in new tab)
They've seen all my personal animals for a few years now. I've seen Dr. Ruben wiyh most of my pets. He's always great with my overthinking and questions. I've only seen Dr. Goldstein once or twice, and she was wonderful, too. View on Google (opens in new tab)
It's great to have your vet and the hospital in just one place , great service! View on Google (opens in new tab)
Star rating only, no written review.
We had to put our Duke to rest. They were so compassionate and caring with Duke that it made it easier on us. They took the time to explain the process and they were so patient. View on Google (opens in new tab)
I live in DeLand and my dog was bitten several times by another dog and I needed an urgent care after 5:30 as my regular vet was closed. The emergency room in DeLand has such bad reviews and several years ago we did go there when he was a puppy and thought he had swallowed a… Read the full review on Google (opens in new tab)
As an anxious cat mom I was worried to take my cat to a new vet but I heard nothing but amazing reviews here and they lived up to it! The receptionist was very sweet and got us quickly to the back to see the doctor. Arianna was amazing with our baby, she was very gentle with him… Read the full review on Google (opens in new tab)
Dr. Rubin and the entire staff at Riverwalk Animal Hospital are the absolute best! From the moment you walk through the door, it’s clear that they genuinely care about both their patients and the people who love them. Every member of the staff is knowledgeable, compassionate… Read the full review on Google (opens in new tab)
This Vet is the best around… compassionate,, very caring people.. We had to say goodbye to our Baby kitty today.. Riverwalk handled her and both myself and spouse with kindness, we are so grateful that we found a great vets to take all of our future fur babies too!! Thank you… Read the full review on Google (opens in new tab)
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