Tadd Buffington
Star rating only, no written review.
Suntree Animal Clinic
305 Pineda Ct, Melbourne, FL 32940Brevard CountyReal Vet Score 72 out of 100Real Vet ScoreMixedLikely 65–78 given the evidence#17 of 24 scored vets in Melbourne How ranked4.5From 225 ratings across 2 sources4.6 on Google (opens in new tab) (210 reviews)2.9 on Yelp (opens in new tab) (15 reviews)Replies to 0% of Google and Yelp reviews, 0 of 4 negative ones (of 20 read)Down 13 points since September 2026
How this score was calculated
| Ratings from | Avg | Count |
|---|---|---|
| 4.60 | 210 | |
| Yelp | 2.90 | 15 |
- Star ratings, weighted: 4.49. Member reviews count 1.5×, 3× with a checked bill.
- Last 24 months: 4.20 from 20 reviews, blended in at 25%.
- Adjusted toward the all-clinic average (4.55) with the weight of 20 reviews: 4.43.
- What 16 reviews say about care: −0.13 stars.
- Result: 4.30 stars = 72 / 100. Based on many ratings.
What people paid
Amounts pet owners reported for Suntree Animal Clinic.
Quoted in Google, Yelp and Facebook reviews
- Something else
- $450
from 1 mention
As written by owners. Some may be estimates or part of a bill, and insurance isn't accounted for. What you pay depends on your pet's needs.
What pet owners say
Summary written by AIReviewers provide mixed feedback regarding the clinic, with many praising the staff for their compassion and professionalism during difficult situations. However, some owners reported significant dissatisfaction regarding communication and specific treatment experiences.
Often praised
- Several reviewers describe the staff as compassionate, kind, and professional.
- Multiple reviewers mention that the veterinarians are knowledgeable and helpful.
Common concerns
- One reviewer mentioned a lack of cooperation regarding medication refills.
- A few reviewers expressed concerns regarding communication during medical emergencies.
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
- 88% positive, 13% negative, (8) mentions
- Explaining options
- 50% positive, 50% negative, (6) mentions
- Treatment results
- 60% positive, 40% negative, (5) mentions
- Gentle with pets
- 100% positive, 0% negative, (4) mentions
- Cost and billing
- 0% positive, 100% negative, (3) mentions
From 16 reviews read by AI. Topics mentioned fewer than 3 times are not shown.
About this clinic
As stated on the clinic's own website (suntreeanimalclinic.com), checked Nov 8, 2026. Call ahead to confirm.
- Treats
- birds
- Services
- x-raysultrasoundsurgeryspay and neuterboardingwellness examsvaccinesin-house labdental carebehavior
- Hours
- Monday: 8am - 5pm Tuesday: 8am - 6:15pm Wednesday: 8am - 5:30pm Thursday: 8am - 5:30pm Friday: 8am - 5pm Saturday: 8am - 4pm Sunday: Closed
- Veterinarians
- Dr. Daniel Sims
- Dr. Maria CochranFlorida license VM8472, current
- Dr. Arnaldo PerezFlorida license VM7963, current
- Dr. Chloe Williams
Reviews
Write a reviewLinda Straw
Star rating only, no written review.
James Foster
Dr Dewitt is incredibly knowledgable and kind. Most of the staff is great too. My father brings his three here so we have a total of five patients. View on Google (opens in new tab)
Tyrese Gonzalez
With much love I'm not the type to leave a review but we went to my puppy's first vet appointment yesterday here. They gave my dog a lepto shot, he had a terrible allergic reaction broke out in hives and had very swollen eyes. I was never told about any types of reactions to… Read the full review on Google (opens in new tab)
Kenneth Schwartz
They didn't listen to anything I said about my dog. They watched him cower behind me every time the vet walked into the room. Charged me $450 and said he's fine. View on Google (opens in new tab)
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