Big River Veterinary Service

"Dr. Cardozo and his team are the best. My dog went through TPLO surgery and I couldn't recommend them enough. Affordable compared to other vets for this particular surgery. My dog is back to her self and happy. Lola and I thank you!!"

"Our dog Ares had suddenly lost the use of his back legs and after countless visits to other vets and emergency services with no ability to diagnose, Big River immediately welcomed us in and within minutes knew exactly what was wrong! Not only that, but they checked in with us to see how he was doing on medication, and recommended we not go through the very expensive and risky procedures we thought we’d need due to his progress! With their help, our dog was able to heal fully and quickly, and is a healthy boy. They’re warm, welcoming, and so friendly. I’d never trust my babies with anyone else or go anywhere else! Well worth the drive from Johnston for me!"

"Visited the practice for the first time today and I can’t speak more highly of them. The techs and Drs were amazing and so kind. Thank you! Love Ardie"

"Wow! Dr. Cardosa and his staff are truly wonderful. They really love your pets as if they were their own. My boy Killer had a great experience having his knee surgery done at this hospital, and I look forward to using them for all of my pets future ortho needs (including Killer’s other knee!). They’re compassionate, affordable and can definitely be trusted with your furry friends"

"Our pup Mr. Bingley got both of his CCL's repaired here. Dr. Dan and his staff were AMAZING. When going over our options they never pushed the more expensive one--which is generally recommended for dogs Bingley's size and were understanding that even the cheapest option was tough for us to pay for. When we ended up choosing that cheaper option they asked many questions to ensure that it would work for our guy (luckily he's a couch potato) and supported us in that decision. Their prices are the best in the area and I found so much solace in the fact that I got to know the surgeon who would be operating on our boy. I trusted them all with Bingley's life and even though it was scary leaving him there, I knew he was in the best hands. Bingley does not do well waking up from anesthesia so each time we had to pick up him up soon after he woke up. Before we got there they loved on him and tried to comfort him as best they could. Bingley struggled a bit (I did to) for the first few days after his surgery and they always answered my multiple phone calls a day with kindness, calm voices and a wealth of information and comforting advice. When Bingley needed his other knee done we called them to set it up without hesitation. Big River Vet will always be my first phone call if any of my dogs need surgery in the future and I cannot say enough good things about them."