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VCA Rock Creek Animal Hospital

Emergency vet

9399 Sheridan St, Pembroke Pines, FL 33024Broward CountyPart of VCA Animal Hospitals, owned by Mars, Inc. (based on the clinic's name)

Florida premises permit active since 2011(veterinary premises permit VE4120)Check with the state (opens in new tab)Matched to this clinic by address.

Real Vet Score 71 out of 100Real Vet ScoreMixedLikely 66–77 given the evidence#11 of 13 scored vets in Pembroke Pines How ranked4.4From 316 ratings across 2 sources4.5 on Google (opens in new tab) (275 reviews)3.8 on Yelp (opens in new tab) (41 reviews)Replies to 80% of Google and Yelp reviews, 3 of 3 negative ones (of 20 read)Down 10 points since September 2026
How this score was calculated
Ratings fromAvgCount
Google4.50275
Yelp3.8041
  1. Star ratings, weighted: 4.41. Member reviews count 1.5×, 3× with a checked bill.
  2. Last 24 months: 4.20 from 20 reviews, blended in at 25%.
  3. Adjusted toward the all-clinic average (4.55) with the weight of 20 reviews: 4.37.
  4. What 19 reviews say about care: −0.08 stars.
  5. Result: 4.29 stars = 71 / 100. Based on many ratings.
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What people paid

Amounts pet owners reported for VCA Rock Creek Animal Hospital.

Quoted in Google, Yelp and Facebook reviews

Sick or injured
$380
median of 2 mentions, $160 to $600

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 AI

Reviewers frequently praise the clinic for its compassionate staff and high level of professionalism over many years. While most owners report positive experiences with medical care and boarding, some note inconsistencies in communication and front-desk service.

Often praised

  • Staff are described as compassionate, patient, and professional
  • Several reviewers highlight specific technicians for their gentle handling of anxious pets
  • The facility is noted for being clean and providing reliable boarding services

Common concerns

  • Some reports mention inconsistent front-desk communication regarding appointments
  • A few reviewers mentioned feeling pressured by high costs or experiencing less attentive service during busy periods

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
81% positive, 13% negative, (16) mentions
Gentle with pets
80% positive, 20% negative, (10) mentions
Explaining options
71% positive, 29% negative, (7) mentions
Treatment results
75% positive, 25% negative, (4) mentions
Clean facilities
100% positive, 0% negative, (3) mentions

From 19 reviews read by AI. Topics mentioned fewer than 3 times are not shown.

Michelle Madewell
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They have taken such good care of my past & present fur kids. They were so compassionate when my cat got sick, I was even given a foot print of his on his passing. That was a long time ago & I still use & would recommend VCA to everyone. The cat I have now is very healthy & very… Read the full review on Google (opens in new tab)

Evan Brysman
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Great vet, staff is always friendly & helpful. They have taken good care of my dog Cindy for the past 14 years & they are very patient w/ her as she is a nervous dog during dr apts. View on Google (opens in new tab)

brooke eberhardt
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i legitimately could not recommend this place more. from my first phone call with Terri i was met with compassion and help. My dog had not been seeming herself so i wanted another opinion, previous vets left me feeling like i was giving them answers and they just said yes. Terri… Read the full review on Google (opens in new tab)

Patrizia Vittorio
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We came back to VCA with our second dog, Vegas, and once again, we couldn’t be happier with the care we received. Dr. K, Terri, and Kathy were absolutely wonderful—kind, compassionate, professional, and truly caring. They made us and Vegas feel comfortable and well taken care of… Read the full review on Google (opens in new tab)

Clinic's reply: Vegas knew exactly where to bring the family back! 🐾 There’s something pretty special about finding a team you trust enough to return to with the next member… Read it on Google (opens in new tab)
Rose Bud
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VCA Rockcreek has been close to my heart for decades. Terri has been the office manager for as long as anyone can remember. Cathy has been the heart and soul since she became a vet tech nearly 40 years ago. Every doctor has been nothing but exceptional. Every friendly face at… Read the full review on Google (opens in new tab)

Mark & Michele Kitman
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After today’s visit if I could give zero stars I would! We have been bringing our pets to VCA for more than 14 years. Today we had an appointment for our 13 year old Chihuahua. When we walked in we were told we did not have an appointment quite rudely. I showed her my… Read the full review on Google (opens in new tab)

Clinic's reply: Mark and Michele, thank you for taking the time to share your feedback, especially as clients of over 14 years. We are sorry to hear about the frustrating… Read it on Google (opens in new tab)
Autumn Leaves
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The clinic’s staff spent a lot of time conducting a thorough examination to ensure the dog received the necessary medical care, but they forgot to actually tell me what was wrong with my dog. While the service quality was technically good and professional, the experience was… Read the full review on Google (opens in new tab)

Clinic's reply: Autumn, thank you for being so transparent regarding your recent visit. We're troubled to hear that despite a thorough exam, you left without a clear… Read it on Google (opens in new tab)
Jessica M
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I’ve brought my pet here several times and overall have had positive experiences. The hospital is clean and the doctors and assistants have been great in the past. That said, my last couple of visits haven’t felt the same. There were longer wait times, and during my most recent… Read the full review on Google (opens in new tab)

Clinic's reply: Jessica, thank you for taking the time to share your feedback with us. We truly appreciate your loyalty and are glad to hear that you’ve had positive… Read it on Google (opens in new tab)
Tracey McIntosh
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Excellent experience. Amazing team. View on Google (opens in new tab)

Clinic's reply: Tracey, thank you for taking the time to share this feedback! 💙 🐾
alberto ruiz
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Our "June" had surgery on 2/4/26. The entire staff was very friendly. Ethan was fantastic. His patience with our June was impressive. She gets very bad anxiety at the Vet & Ethan was very understanding and loving with her. Dr. Kugler sent me a message a couple days after her… Read the full review on Google (opens in new tab)

Clinic's reply: Thanks for the wonderful feedback, Alberto!
Kathlene Miller
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We have been with this vet hospital for 10 years and they never disappoint. The office is clean, the office staff is friendly and efficient and the doctors are always professional and knowledgeable. We have also used them for boarding and for grooming and have always been happy… Read the full review on Google (opens in new tab)

Clinic's reply: Kathlene, thank you for being part of our family for 10 years! We are so grateful for your loyalty and happy to hear that you’ve had great experiences across… Read it on Google (opens in new tab)
Cyndi
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There are really no words to say what a wonderful, caring, veterinarians are just wonderful with the animals, the staff will go out of their way to do whatever they can for you. I wouldn't go to another animal clinic even if it was free. They're so clean and explain everything… Read the full review on Google (opens in new tab)

Clinic's reply: Cyndi, thank you for sharing such wonderful feedback! We’re thrilled to hear that our team’s care, attention to detail, and dedication made such a positive… Read it on Google (opens in new tab)
Swampdog
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Star rating only, no written review.

Clinic's reply: Swampdog, we apologize for the recent negative experience that has you leaving this review. If you could reach out with any more details or information, so we… Read it on Google (opens in new tab)
T Z
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⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ We absolutely love Ethan, the vet tech at VCA Rock Creek! He’s incredibly knowledgeable, compassionate, and patient — truly everything you’d hope for in someone caring for your pet. Our dog Suki adores him, and he always takes the time to make her feel comfortable and… Read the full review on Google (opens in new tab)

Clinic's reply: Thank you so much for your kind words and for recognizing Ethan’s care and dedication. We’re delighted to hear how comfortable Suki feels during her visits and… Read it on Google (opens in new tab)
Milano Santiana
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I brought my cat, Elvis, here for his very first check-up, and the experience was wonderful. The veterinarian, Ethan, was amazing, so kind, funny, and gentle with my cat. He really made the visit comfortable and stress-free. The doctor and the rest of the staff were also… Read the full review on Google (opens in new tab)

Clinic's reply: Hi Milano, we’re so glad to hear that Elvis’s very first check-up was such a positive experience. It’s wonderful to know that Dr. Ethan and our team helped… Read it on Google (opens in new tab)

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