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Watanabe Dean G Dvm
Watanabe Dean G Dvm
(6 Reviews)
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2463 Huntington Drive San Marino, CA 91108
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(6 Reviews)
Service
4 star average for Service
Environment
5 star average for Environment
Staff
5 star average for Staff
Recommended
5 star average for Recommended
Value
5 star average for Value
Expertise
5 star average for Expertise
Dr. Watanabe is simply the best!  I've been a loyal client for about 27 years.  He absolutely LOVES animals and it shows in his care.  The dogs in the waiting room absolutely LOVE Dr. Watanabe too.  They will bark, pull on their leash, or wave their paws to get his attention.  He will always say something to the dog and gives them treats prior to their appointment.  He is extremely smart, intuitive, and knowledgeable.  When my dog Satchmo, a schnauzer mix, got cancer, Dr. Watanabe went to UCLA and the City of Hope to talk to their cancer researchers and was able to obtain an experimental cancer drug that cured my dog's initial cancer!  He did all of this on his own time and at no charge to me.  Also, I can't tell you how many times he has stayed after hours to perform emergency surgery (twice for me).  When I've had to put down my terminally ill dogs due to suffering, he is visible upset and has even shed a tear or two. 

You do have to be prepared to wait up to an hour for an appointment, but that's because he spends all the time you need with your animal, so it's worth the wait.  Besides I have to wait an hour to one and a half hours to see my own doctors!  His prices seem reasonable and the increases over the years are primarily due to outrageous increases in laboratories' costs and medication prices.

I don't mean to discount everyone else that works in the office; every single employee is wonderful!  Dr. Sakamoto is fantastic and is an excellent addition to the clinic.  He used to be a pet assistant for Dr. Watanabe as a teenager.  I always feel torn trying to choose between my 2 favorite vets!  Mary is the office manager and has worked for Dr. Watanabe for as long as I've been a client.  She is kind, efficient, and writes the most wonderful condolence cards - really!  Lorreen has worked for Dr. Watanabe over 20 years and puts up with me mispronouncing her name.  Mark has worked for him for almost as long and I can easily pronounce his name plus he happily carries whatever I need to my car!  It's very unusual in this business to see long term employees, but that reflects how wonderful Dr. Watanabe is!  I can't say enough about every single employee!  Everyone is compassionate, informed, and helpful.  I have never seen anyone say an unkind word or show disrespect to anyone.  I could write much, much more, but my dog is currently pacing, waiting to be fed!
by Gwen xxx.xxx.196.181
September 19, 2019
Dr Watanabe was suggested to me for treatment of my pet that needed a dental procedure done. I went to the appointment that was made at his office expecting 1 long wait inc the procedure 2 the cost to be something that I was not going to be able to pay for in that visit ultimately I was wrong in both my asumptions. The procedure took the Dr all of about 10 min and what I was charged I could definitely live with. I am only comfortable with this Dr and his abilities to treat properly what he deals with daily without errors. So from my perspective that makes the difference in cost and outcome the bottom line.
by Brett Coburm xxx.xxx.65.247
July 09, 2017
Were the waiting room chairs comfortable while waiting for your pet?
Yes
Would you recommend this provider to others?
I Already Have
Would you recommend this veterinarian to others?
I Already Have
Did your provider ask enough questions that you felt they took a holistic approach to your appointment?
I was impressed. From the soothing music to the time they spent with me. I definitely knew they took a holistic approach to their service.
Did this provider's staff seem to respect him/her?
Definitely! The staff spoke very highly of this provider and it was clear that they held them in a position of high respect.
by Anonymous xxx.xxx.78.135
November 01, 2014
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by Caroline xxx.xxx.49.145
September 11, 2014
Was this provider's office easy to locate?
Absolutely! It couldn't have been easier!
by Anonymous xxx.xxx.62.114
September 20, 2013
Was it easy to find parking at this provider's office?
Extremely easy, and close to the entrance
Were you confident that your pet was safe in this veterinarian's care?
Absolutely! I knew I was being cared for by an expert!
Did a staff member acknowledge or greet you when you entered?
Immediately! They gave me a friendly greeting as soon as I walked in
Does this provider maintain a professional appearance?
Yes, he/she looked very professional
Was this provider late to your appointments?
No, they were on time
by Anonymous xxx.xxx.34.50
January 04, 2013
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2463 Huntington Drive, San Marino, CA 91108