Critters and Pals Animal Clinic - Lamar, Missouri

Rex

Brought my loving sharpei puppy here for the FIRST time Saturday 2/15/25
⚠️ Mary Mishandled my sharpei puppy - she quite LITERALLY dragged my dog. WHO DOES THAT!!!!!!
🚩 RED FLAG she didn't even introduce herself to me NOR my puppy, ma'am YOUR a stranger to my dog you need to TRY connecting with animals and their owners.
🤢 My puppy GAGGED at one point during her PULLING him from his neck which SHE should know can cause damage to a puppy.

⭐ Dr.Martin, Cole, and Tamara made a difference after a HORRIBLE experience with Mary Vet assistant who DID NOT APOLOGIZE for her behavior.

My puppy is kind and loving there was NO need for mishandling some gentle introductions can and will make a world of a difference.

‼️ If you come here PLEASE make sure the vet assit. Introduces themselves to you and your pet I don't think it's the first time Mary does such mishandling but I sure HOPE it's the LAST.

Jennifer Y.

I am more than happy with this vet. The people are beyond kind. We have taken all of our pets here.
We have an older dog and I was so worried about him. I took him to a vet in Joplin, they passed him off pretty much because of his age. Couldn't stand watching him not getting well.
Took him to Dr Martin, she was a lifesaver. She treated him with great care, gave him the meds and ear drops he needed.
She truly loves the animals she takes care of. I'm very thankful for her and her crew!!!

Shelia J.

They are so over worked but they still go above and try to help
we had to make a very hard decision to help sister birdie not only did they think about her but us as her family, after she had they sent the most beautiful and heartfelt card with very precious words

Thendrous 1.

Great staff very friendly always bring my dog and cat here. Very helpful when appointment is finished receptionist goes into detail of treatment if needed. Questions about what was preformed during appointment are answered and if receptionist doesn't have the answer they are more then willing to get the answer or do the best to have the Veterinarian come to the front for the answer.

Patrice C.

Our dog things it is doggy heaven there! He always gets so much love and treats. Everyone is so kind and helpful. They even came in in the middle of the night to check him out once. We love this vet and greatly appreciate all the care they have provided so far for our "little pony" and all the care I am certain they will provide in the future. Our Great Dane is growing up big and strong thanks to these wonderful people!

Kristen E.

I've loved this vet since the first time I took my dogs there four years ago. They are affordable and great with the dogs and their owners. May 31, 2018, we had to take our oldest dog to them to have her put to sleep. They were so caring and considerate and went above and beyond our expectations, we even received a condolences card a short time later. I will never take our pets anywhere else as long as we live in Lamar.

Deb E.

I have been taking my fur babies to Dr. Martin and her staff for years. They r very good with them and I totally trust them to do whatever is needed to keep them well. I board with them and also have grooming services done and I'm always satisfied. They care alot for our fur babies when we need them most. Dr. Martin has a wonderful caring way with them and a wealth of knowledge.

Cozy K.

These guys are great with care and love. We had lost one of our pets after finding an infection in her uterus after fixing and they were clear in the options and what was wrong with her. They did everything to save her but she didn't make it. They sent love and support for our loss and even sent a card for us signed by everyone. they seem great to me 🙂