About Bakersfield Large Animal Hospital
Bakersfield Large Animal Hospital is highly regarded for its exceptional care and dedication to large animals, particularly horses. Dr. Gonzalez, Dr. Tolley, and the entire staff are praised for their knowledge, gentleness, and compassionate approach. They prioritize the well-being of the animals over financial gain, ensuring that every treatment is performed with care and understanding. Clients express deep gratitude for the swift and efficient responses during emergencies, highlighting how quickly their animals are examined and treated. Many have experienced the hospital's responsiveness firsthand, with immediate care provided for colic and other urgent conditions. The staff is described as friendly and supportive, making the experience less stressful for both pets and their owners. Patients, like beloved horses, often show excitement when visiting, reflecting the positive atmosphere created by the staff. The hospital is recommended for its thorough examinations and the informative guidance provided to pet owners. Overall, Bakersfield Large Animal Hospital is seen as a trusted partner in animal care, offering both professionalism and heartfelt service.
Worked with Dr. G for years, he is such an intelligent and compassionate vet. He has come to the rescue many times and we are so grateful for his help. He is very thorough and follows up after emergencies.
There's just no way to describe our experience with Dr. Edgardo other than he guided us through a terrible moment with the utmost of kindness, empathy, compassion and professionalism. We left Sedona, AZ to go to Monterey, CA, just planning to board one night at a horse hotel near Bakersfield. We unloaded our horses that evening and we could tell one was in distress with breathing. We tended to him for a bit thinking it might be choke. It became clear it probably wasn't. We were able to get in touch with the hospital phone abut 10:30 PM. Dr. Edgardo came out very quickly and did some initial treatment on site. He recommended we reload the horses and follow him to...read full review
Dr.gonzalez and staff are amazing.. my filly came to me after a 3 day trip at 4 months old, she arrived with parasite blockage/colic...they saved my babygirls life. She is a very big girl at 1 yr old she is 15 hands and 1130lbs but they are so loving and patient with her. Dr.gonzalez explains everything he is doing.he is knowledgeable, gentle and is not about money (his priority is the animal) and by far the best staff in bakersfield ? my girl gets so excited to trailer cause she knows she is going to see her friends at the vet office and the staff gets happy to see her too.... ???? BLOSSOM LOVES YOU GUYS