Canine Country Club - Ben Tharp

First time there. Fantastic staff. Stephanie was a great vet technician. I felt welcome and so did my dog.

I love this animal clinic. They are very attentive. They were also very caring over the years when I had to say goodbye to two of my fur babies.

No nonsense, directly to the point. You can tell these amazing people actually care about the pets more than the payments they can be charging. 10/10 will become our new local vet from now on!

The prices on the higher side. The service was adequate. There's no way you can opt out of receiving their marketing emails. They keep sending them long after you unsubscribe. These messages include weird services with religious-affiliated content.

Dr Kamal makes you feel comfortable that your pet baby is well cared for. The staff is so helpful you can tell they love what they do.

I used them about 20 yrs ago. We recently got a tiny Havapoo (2 lbs) and have used them again. So far, of the 3 different veternarians we have seen two were great & one we did not like.at all. To get around using one, is easy peezy. Tell front desk you do not want appointment with a particular veterinarian. The one do not recommend pulled hair out of my tiny girl's ear. Also, gave medication for a much larger dog. Love our baby girl.

Dr. Tharp was a wonderful Vet here. Unfortunately, since he is no longer here Voss Road hasn't been the same. I brought my dog in who had an raging ear infection - the vet didn't seemed concerned (no testing of the gunk, just gave her an anti inflammatory shot) but somehow my bill was OVER $300. The next week after it not getting better, I took my dog to a vet right down the road (Memorial Veterinarian Clinic).

The place itself was cleansing They seemed much more intuitive and tested the ear & gave her a prescription for both her ears for less than half of what Voss Road charged. I will be switching ASAP!

I got a new kitten and wanted to take her here to get checked out because it's right around the corner but I put in a request last Sunday and never heard anything. I then called then Thursday and I still did not hear anything back.

Dr Ben Tharp was a wonderful person and an excellent vet. He cared for our pets for 36 years and later cared for my daughter's Boston Terrier, Milee, who sadly passed away in 2019 at the age of 13. Dr Tharp was With my daughter when she brought her beloved Milee Into the clinic all by herself that last day. He was so compassionate and such a comfort for her. Dr. Tharp Was not only an exceptional human being, but also a faithful Christian. He is greatly missed by so many!

My dog, Bailey, had 3 mammary carcinomas removed four years ago by a vet out in Cypress and the whole experience was horrible. It was so bad that it traumatized her and she hasn't been good at the vet ever since then. Recently, I felt another lump on her and took her in to see Dr. Hayes because my mom has always told me about her experience at Voss Road and how amazing the staff and doctors are.

I can't even begin to tell you what a wonderful experience it has been. Dr. Hayes took extra time talking to Bailey and winning her trust and even took a few extra steps to make her surgery more comfortable. Her recovery from this surgery was night and day to her other surgery that was done with the other vet. It's only been 24 hours since her surgery and she is very comfortable. She was ready to eat as soon as we got home and seems to be in a lot less pain. Dr. Hayes will now be the only vet I see! I wish I could give him 100 stars!

This is an excellent clinic with a sterling reputation. We have used them for nearly 25 years. Ben Tharp, clinic founder, was the epitome of compassionate, technically excellent, and devoted animal care. Though he passed in Dec 2019, I believe the remaining staff will uphold his great care, and reasonable pricing. These guys are good, in fact excellent with cats and dogs. The clinic has a strong recommendation for first class medical practice and a compassionate, caring staff.

I have been taking Nermal here from day one, and they are always very helpful with everything. They know what they are doing, the Dr.'s I have seen were always so helpful, and generous with their time. I had to leave Nermal there, for a kidney problem, and I knew he was in good hands. They are always honest and willing to work with you. In the past there was one front office person who was not the most friendly, but she is no longer there.

I had an emergency with my dog, Jack, after he fell off a bed while we were in a rehab hospital with my mother. He is a Yorkie so it was kind of a big fall for him especially since he hit his head on the way down. I went Voss Road Animal Clinic without an appointment and they took me right away. The vet was great and she checked him out and declared him ok.

She gave him steroids for a few days just in case he had some swelling in his head and told me to watch him for 48 hours and said to call if any problems. I was very impressed that she didn't run a bunch of tests or take a bunch of x-rays. Fortunately Jack was great and had no complications from his fall - except he refused to get back on the bed. I would highly recommend this clinic to anyone that needs a vet. They are AWSEOME!

Best vet clinic. Family atmosphere. Dr. Ben Tharp is awesome; compassionate; caring; honest; straightforward and old school--in the best way. He's cared for all our animals (dogs and rabbits). Dr. Tharp is the animals' biggest advocate. He will not suggest fruitless surgeries or spending your last dollar when it won't help. Dr. Tharp will provide quality medical care every visit.

I've been trusting Dr. Tharp with the care of my beloved pets for 22 years. He is one of the best veterinarians I've ever known. He works with me, as I do quite a bit of medical care at home for my pets. He is understanding and helpful in this regard, as I am a Mom of multiple pets and also do a lot of work regarding feral cat TNR and general homeless pet rescue and rehabilitation. I am very appreciative of Dr. Tharp and all the support personnel at Voss Road Veterinary Clinic!

Fabulous staff one and all! We are new, we've now made 2 visits with our puppy Peppy, we couldn't ask for kinder, more gentle, thorough and efficient people and service, thank you all, we are very lucky to have found you. 'Peppy' and the Reynolds family

Dr. Ben Tharpe is the best veterinarian I have ever known. First, his medical knowledge is exceptional, he has done some miraculous things for our various pets for over 25 years. Second, his compassion and care for animals are far above that of any vet I know. His spirit extends to the other vets and staff in the clinic. Third, his prices are fair.

Unlike some in this city, he neither gouges nor presses clients for unnecessary treatments. Ben is truly an honorable man of integrity, service to his clients and a great vet. I rarely give 5 stars and I rarely speak in such superlatives, but this guy deserves it. If you aren't taking your pet(a) here, you are not giving them the best care available.

I bring both my cats there for all their exams and even bathing every blue moon. Great staff and vets. They are even brave enough to cut the cats claws. Love them.

Dr. Pieratt is most compassionate and caring Vet I have met. Because of him I had the "BEST CHRISTMAS EVER" this year! "A TRUE CHRISTMAS MIRACLE!" He encouraged me to believe Ebony, my 18 yr old cat, would have the strength to respond to the emergency treatment he gave her this last week. She was seriously, seriously ill. He brought her back from the brink and she rewarded my faith in her by startng to eat again, (on Christmas Eve!) after a whole week of refusing, and has since returned more and more to her old self. THANK YOU, DR. PIERATT, THANK YOU. Ebony and Mary Ellen Zendrian

I love this clinic, the front desk ladies, the vet assistants and the vets! I had only ever taking my dog to Banfield (after months of digestive problems, trying to upsell me on things, horrible turnover rates with the vets and a wellness plan that did little to keep my dog well. ) but last year after bringing foster dogs to this clinic decided to switch my own dogs care here as well.

I have not regretted it for one moment. Dr. Tharp came highly recommended by a couple of people I know and I have to agree. He's got an amazing bedside manner, cares about the animals and will do his best to diagnose whatever issue they're having. I've also seen Dr. Rob couple of times Dr Tharp was unavailable and was impressed with him as well.

The clinic itself has not tried to upsell me on services the way Banfield did and has been reasonably priced especially when my dog needed x-rays during the holidays. Since it's at an older house, and there's not much parking, if you come when it's crowded, parking can be a challenge. But that's really the only downside.

After far too many negative experiences with several uninformed or cold vets and reception staff at Winrock Animal Clinic, ugh, I finally asked around my Briargrove neighborhood for vet ideas and MANY people mentioned Voss Rd and Dr Ben Tharp. So I ended up taking my beloved Scotty/poodle dog here for exams, tests, and, sadly, surgery. We were treated so well by Ben Tharp that I was both amazed and frustrated that I hadn't thought earlier to get referrals from other dog owners in the area.

I actually wanted to call Winrock and tell their indifferent vets to meet Tharp just to see how a caring, thorough and experienced veterinarian should work. I just can't say enough great things about how well he cared for my dog and my fears over the surgery! The only minuses here are the crowded waiting area on Thursdays and the sometimes stressed counter staff. However, this place is popular for a good reason! Great vets and loyal clients!

We have been coming here with our furry kiddos for over 14 years. Even though we've moved all over the city during that time, we have ALWAYS made sure that we brought our pets here to see dr. hays and company. : they are the most knowledgeable, thorough and thoughtful staff Ive ever encountered in a veterinary hospital. Not only are they the channel 2 pet experts, their also ours! I'm so grateful that they are always conscientious about costs while still being as thorough as possible in the care and testing of my pets.

Now that we've added a service dog for my autistic son to our family circus, we are more than confident that her health will be a tip top priority for voss road animal clinic and we are thrilled that she's in their care.

If you love your pets as much as we do and you want the best doctor you can get, Dr. Tharp is the one. He is very competent, compasionate, and reponsive to us.

I have taken animals here for years and its hit and miss with the staff, over work or under paid I judge. Doctors are good vets, but they want $$$$$ more that the care of animals to pay for the expansion of the place a few years ago, I judge. Been on HOLD for ten minutes now waiting for a simple question about old paper work for one of my animals. YOu guys need to wake up.

My first visit and the one that encouraged me to transfer my business here was with a front desk staff of a man and woman who were very helpful. My last two experiences with the front desk employees has been awful. The two sour awful women were unhelpful, disorganized and exceptionally rude. Of course, I am of the opinion that a store front business should offer a smile, acknowledgement of the person and some direction. Thankfully, my experience with Dr. Kamal was most pleasant. And, the place is expensive and dirty!

I am sad that people have had such bad experiences here. I have used this clinic for years and found them helpful, caring and very knowledgeable. They are amazing with geriatric pets! When I find a good companion for my older baby that puppy will start out in the best hands. Voss road! If this clinic is close (and even if it isn't) bring your pet in for an exam and meet the staff, you will see that I am right. I always am (no matter what my husband says). lol

I chose this vet because it was close by, but I rather drive a little further for a better experience. My little dog has the habit of eating clothing, and she started dry-heaving, which made me worry. When I got there, there were three ladies at the front desk, and none of them greeted me. When I finally got their attention, I got the rudest "welcome" imaginable (the other two ladies seemed helpful).

Since we were new, and a little worried, we rushed out of our place without grabbing my dog's records from her previous vets. The woman that was "helping" me said that I could have the vets fax the records over, and next time I should be more prepared. I would have just walked out the door then if I wasn't worried. The appointment with the vet wasn't the worst, but it wasn't the best experience ever. I felt like they were more concerned with leaving on time on a Friday afternoon, rather than caring for my pet. I won't be returning.

Some of the staff is friendly. Most of the staff is not. I have gone to this vet on multiple occasions and each time, I leave deciding I need to find a new vet. The six-month checkup comes all too soon and I end up back here again though. The actual vets in the office are pretty great though. Since I spend 5 minutes with the vet and 55 minutes with the staff, I find myself leaving with a bad taste in my mouth that I can't ignore.