Best Friends Animal Hospital

I cannot express enough gratitude for the exceptional care provided by Best Friends Animal Hospital when our beloved dog, Ranger, was suffering from severe allergies. From the moment we called, they went above and beyond to accommodate us promptly.

First and foremost, their ability to get Ranger in for an appointment as soon as possible was truly remarkable. We were concerned about his discomfort, and their responsiveness and willingness to prioritize his well-being were incredibly reassuring.

Upon arrival, we were warmly greeted by the friendly staff. Their compassion and understanding immediately put us at ease. The clinic itself was clean, well-organized, which further instilled confidence in the quality of care we could expect.

The veterinarian who attended to Ranger was not only highly skilled and knowledgeable, but also displayed a deep passion for animals. Their expertise was evident as they explained the diagnosis and treatment options to us in a clear and understandable manner.

Thanks to the outstanding care provided by Best Friends Animal Hospital, Ranger's allergies have significantly improved, and he is back to his happy and energetic self. We cannot thank them enough for their expertise, professionalism, and genuine love for animals.

This place is great. They take such good care of our fur babies and try to keep costs down. We appreciate their professionalism and personableness. I highly recommend.

This place is a blessing to our house hold and to our fur babies. We have a st.bernard/German shepherd mix and beagle. Our big girls had issues at other vets bc of their size, and we was worried they didn't want to get near them. This place loves on them and cares for them as much as they can.the ladies live our beagle boy Charlie. We appreciate the phone call updates on our babies. When we have a issues they will try their best to get them in asap, and we appreciate it soon much, this family is sticking around. I know people worry about prices but at the end of the day, what are you gonna do??

We have had a really difficult time finding a nice veterinarian that we click with. I recently Tagged along with my mom and her dog to Best Friends (because she was also wanted a new vet and it was their first appointment) and I loved it. The lobby was big and clean. The staff was friendly. The rooms were big and they get you back right a way. I made an appointment that day to get my animals seen. The first appointment for animal #1 was last week and everything went great. The vet was also very kind and knowledgeable. Took the time to answer all my questions. Another thing I like is that it is easy to get ahold of someone on the phone.

My daughter had an accident with her pup, we rushed him up there, and they made time to see him despite being really busy and having no appointment. Very please qith the way the whole situation was handled by the staff.

Hi there, my name is Diesel and I am a four-legged chocolate lab. I come here for my regular check-ups with Doctor Carmen and I feel like I am a regular even though I don’t come in regularly, the staff all know me and think I am adorable! If you ask me, I am pretty stinkin’ cute, so that fits but these people are true animal lovers.

They do a good job of taking care of me and I am always happy to go get my check-up. Doctor Carmen and her staff make the medical shots/thermometer probing bearable with all the tasty snacks and belly tickles that distract me!

The facility is always clean and the staff always has a permanent smile on their faces with all the patients! To say that I am spoiled here and feel that my medical care is top notch is an understatement! My people drive thirty minutes to this place and pass several other doggy docs along the way because of how awesome this one is. They sure care about me.

I appreciate your time in reading my review and if you’re looking for a new vet or just starting out with one, this is the place! Have a good one! - Diesel

They are always really good with our cats. Both of them tolerate their visits well and checkups are generally very fast but sufficiently thorough.

Hey all you furry friends…want you to know this is where you want to go for all your medical needs. They made me feel like a rock star when I was there and took excellent care of me. They desk humans are the best and the humans that operated on me were top notch. Didn’t feel a thing..and I was back to my normal shenanigans in days! I heard my human tell someone they were quick to get me in too. So go to Best Friends and tell them Birdie sent ya🐶

Dr. Carmen is very nice and knowledgeable. She is easy to talk to and ask questions. Dr. Sean is another of our favorites to see too.

I wouldn’t take my dogs anywhere else and owning 2 elderly dogs (16 and 17 year olds) we are at the vets frequently. Every employee here cares about my dogs. The Vets are all knowledgeable and have been able to quickly resolve any health issues my dogs have had. They never push me to spend money and attempt to do unnecessary treatment.
I love that the staff all are super helpful and nice to work with. I know that they are all true animal lovers and treat my old men like their own.

I won't take my babies anywhere else. Yes I drive a good stretch to get there but it is completely worth it. I wouldn't take my children to just any doctor and the same goes for my fur babies. I have a service dog with anxiety and special dietary needs. I know with confidence and trust that EVERYONE here is going to take the best care of my loves. I know they will treat them as if they are their own. 110% worth the drive and the money. Thank you all for all you do ❤

Phone service was exceptional when making appointment. They were able to get us in within a few days for a routine checkup and shots. On the day of our visit the staff was very friendly and helpful.

My dachshund was at the end of his life.... they had seen both before.... these people are professional and they truly care not only about your pet but about you as well. I have never had such good care both at the time of treatment as well as after.
My oldest dachshund passed away on the way to their clinic.. they were so passionate with us then and sent a sweet condolences card after. I would recommend this wonderful clinic to every single person that I talk to. The photo is of our lost family member.

Great service! We were in a bind being new to the area and needed to get our pup in quickly. They got us in and our service was exceptional! Everyone was very friendly and caring, also all had a smile on their faces! We also made a follow up appointment for another dog we have for grooming, picked him up today and he looks great! Would definitely highly recommend!

Due to unfortunate circumstances, after 25 years I was faced with finding a new vet clinic to care for my furry friends. I am that crazy dog momma that holds their medical care to the same standard as my own. After our first visit, I found peace and comfort knowing that I found a place that will fulfill those needs. They showed love, compassion, and respect to my sweet Mollie and devoted time to reviewing her past medical history. I will always have a furry companion and I am thankful to find a team that can help me keep them healthy. Thank you Best Friends!

Excellent service from scheduling through discharge when Yoshi had dental surgery. All staff I encountered were friendly and caring. Dr. Heywood was very professional and thorough.

Dr. Carmen and the rest of the staff is top notch and wonderful! I really appreciate everything they do here. They really care about both my puppy and me!

Amazing people work at Best Friends Animal Hospital. They were able to get my German shepherd seen at the last minute due to some concerning symptoms. They were so gentle and understanding with my pup, and we couldn't be happier with the quality of care we received.

Love these people! Even though my dearest went to rest there, I can still walk in that door with my next generation of love! Simply the best veterinarian you can choose in the SW Missouri area!

Dr. Heywood and all the staff at Best Friends are very kind and caring. Dr. Heywood goes above and beyond to ensure your pet has the best care. She also comes up with a care plan that works for your individual case.