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Arch Beach Veterinary Clinic

Serving Laguna Beach & Surrounding Communities Since 1965

Experience Traditional Quality, Care, Service, & Value

Our Mission

Our mission is to be the best holistic veterinary hospital Orange County, California. We have been serving Laguna Beach, Dana Point, Laguna Niguel, Corona Del Mar, Irvine, and Newport Beach areas for over 50 years! We strive to educate our clients to enable informed health care decisions, whether they be holistic or traditional. We will accomplish this with compassion, respect, and integrity for our patients and their families. Since we are a holistic and traditional veterinary practice, we are able to offer the best of both worlds. Our goal is to help all types of pet owners with a variety of veterinary medical options. We offer Pet Acupuncture, Pet Chiropractic and Holistic Cancer Therapy. Pet Surgery is always our last option. To that end we offer alternatives to Pet TPLO with Stem Cell Therapy and other Pet Holistic options, including Pet Cancer Alternative Care. We think of our facility as a place of healing, warmth and goodwill. We will always try to work within your budget to give your pet the best care that you feel comfortable with.

We will pet, cuddle, laugh, and cry together, treating all pets like our own because we understand they are family.

Proudly serving: Laguna Beach, Laguna Niguel, Dana Point, and Newport Beach

Hear what our clients are saying about us

★★★★★

Arch Beach Veterinary Clinic has he best staff they are so kind and helpful I am so happy I made the move one year ago. I have seen the staff carry dogs into the office for the clients and Dr. Gordon go down to the cars to talk and discuss the care to owners.Dr. Gordon is so carrying and my 2 little Norwich Terriers have had such wonderful care and successful treatments including stem cell therapy to help my older Norwich now 13 after two ACL surgeries suffered from arthritis now run up and down our home on a hill with stairs inside and out she is happy and moving again. My other Norwich has had stem cells as well and I didn't know what was wrong they X-ray her it was the back so we had stem cell treatment for her as well.I can't say enough of how safe I feel this Dr. Gordon as out dog's veterinary care.

Mary R.

★★★★★

Dr Gordon is the best. My older dog has been struggling with frequent ear infections over the last few years and I would be at the vet bi-monthly. My coworker recommended Dr Gordon and my dogs ears have never looked better. He is very knowledgeable and very responsive on email to all my questions. One thing I love, is that he examines my dog with me and is present throughout the visit. He also reaches out to check in on my dog the following day. Other vets have taken him into the back and I don't see the vet again after the first 5min of being there. Love this clinic.

Brittany C.

★★★★★

Dr. Gordon and team are amazing! It's such a blessing to have a care team for the pup that I trust both for the little guy's health and my financial well-being. Love the holistic approach providing options such as explaining different vaccines and treatments to help choose only what's really necessary based on our lifestyle/exposures. Dr. Gordon and team respond personally and timely via email after normal office hours with practical and helpful advice. Had tried a couple other local vets and finally found the right one where both dog and I feel respected, cared for, and that we truly trust for excellent care. Highly recommend!!

Lisa R

★★★★★

Dr. Gordon is the best vet of all time!!!

Bri

★★★★★

Dr. Gordon was, as he always has been, a thorough vet with my older dog today. I can always rest assured that we have reviewed all of the latest treatments and meds for my older dog. Keeping up with the latest information on pet health is one of the many reasons I have been going to Dr. Gordon for 25 years. He makes sure we review any current issues, and what the treatment is. He also has holistic experience and I highly recommend acupuncture for older pets. It does make a big difference for my older dog and his ease of movement. I highly recommend him, and do so with my friends and their pets.

D K.

★★★★★

We've seen Dr. Gordon and his team for the last 3 years, and we feel lucky to be in his care, especially after trying other local vets.Dr. Gordon is so knowledgeable and kind. Our 4 year old golden retriever actually gets excited to go into the vet -- she tries to pull me through the door to get in! Very different than the experience we've had at other vets.I trust Dr. Gordon completely. He is responsive via email, and has a busy clinic (for good reason -- he's the best!), but will always try to accommodate us if our dog is having an acute issue. If you want the best possible care for your pet, Dr. Gordon is the best in town (or anywhere, really). I can't recommend his compassionate care highly enough! Thank you for all that you do, Dr. Gordon and team!

Rob R.

★★★★★

Dr. Gordon has been our vet for many years and has taken great care of my girls. He and his staff are extremely knowledgeable, caring, and they always take time to give the utmost best care. They have state of the art equipment, and the friendliest staff. Dr. Gordon is always available 24/7 to answer any questions I have, or to fill any prescriptions I need for my girls. When we have an emergency situation, they will do everything possible to see us right away. I can't recommend Dr. Gordon enough! You definitely won't be disappointed with Arch Beach Veterinary Clinic!

Noriko U.

★★★★★

My husband and I are medical professionals and we have been using Dr Gordon since we got our rescue puppy Jan of 2022. I’m from NY and am very picky about medical care, both for humans and for our fur child. I was worried that I wouldn’t have access to same excellent care that I had back in NYC. When our new puppy turned into a medical nightmare, not eating and wasting away for the first 10 months of his life, Dr Gordon walked with us through every step of his intensive testing, which involved specialized blood tests, diagnostic imaging and an eventual surgical biopsy, until we reached a diagnosis. He reached out to appropriate specialists on his own in order to better understand and discuss our pups clinical picture and his prognosis. This wonderful care included evening and weekend discussions that we at first thought was part of professional Dr to Dr courtesy, but later came to realize was just how Dr Gordon treated all of his patients. Dr G always presented all of the care options and then gave his professional opinion on what he felt was medically necessary and what we could hold off on. Very helpful when you have a medically complex dog. When he finally recommended a surgical biopsy he explained that we could try a less invasive diagnostic exam first, but that in his opinion it would be low yield and we’d wind up needing to do the surgery anyway. My radiologist husband fully agreed with his assessment. Now that our pup is more stable, Dr G still makes himself available to answer questions about more normal things like rashes, etc. For example, over this holiday weekend one of our pups developed an angry red rash on his belly. We sent Dr G a picture and he wrote back suggesting a way to treat it. I don’t know many vets that would be answering emails over holiday weekends much less recommend care without wanting to have the pet come in for an appointment. Just another indication that Dr G does his job for the love of the animals he serves. Care here might cost a little more but when you look at the total value of the service provided, it’s worth it to me to know that if something goes awry, Dr G is always there.

Erin C.

★★★★★

Dr. Gordon,Thank you so much for everything you did for our beautiful and famous Blackberry. Everyone in the neighborhood knew her. We walked her off leash with all the trust in the world for the free spirited pack leader that she was. All dogs loved her. She was never aggressive to dogs or humans. She was so very intelligent and loving. A very peaceful dog. She is irreplaceable. I will miss her dearly. I know I fought so hard for her, doing as much as I could. I am thankful for the great deal that I learned from her and through this experience. She was the most loving and loyal dog. She gave us everything she had. From a 3 month old GS mix running around the streets of San Bernardino to the highest kill shelter in Devore, as a rescue, we saved her, but really, she saved us. My angel from heaven. I will never stop loving her. Thank you for giving me more precious time with her. It meant the world to me to give her dignity, love, and care during the end stages of her life. Thank you. I am forever grateful to you. RIP 6/16/2010-8/30/2024With love,

Sandra E.

★★★★★

Wonderful doctors and staff. So gentle and kind people.

Jane E.

★★★★★

We are so happy we found Arch Beach and Dr. Gordon! We recently moved to Orange County and have struggled to find a great Vet for our dogs and cats. Dr. Gordon and his staff were able to get us in, and cared for our 15 year old Golden with the best care! We are so thankful and will not go anywhere else now for vet care. Thank you to the whole staff for working us in on a busy holiday week and caring for our sweet girl. If you are in Orange County looking for a caring, kind and knowledgable Vet, this is your place! 🙂

Jennifer W.

★★★★★

Dr. Gordon and his team are fantastic. We brought our toy poodle Milton in after he got into some trash. They took great care of him, communicated clearly with us and made the whole situation very manageable. Most importantly Milton is safe and healthy now. We are very happy to call Arch Beach our vet. I cannot recommend enough.

Joe F.

★★★★★

This was my puppies first vet visit, and from the moment we walked in the door everyone was kind, compassionate, gentle and welcoming. Jade and the new tech she was training were both great, and made sure to explain things thoroughly. Dr. Gordon was extremely gentle and thorough during the exam. I love this clinics holistic approach and that is one of the reasons I chose to take my baby here. ABVC definitely lives up to their outstanding online reviews! If you want the best care in SoCal for your fur baby, this is the place.

Trinity M.

★★★★★

Dr. Gordon and his staff are top notch. The staff was helpful on the phone and extremely welcoming when we arrived. My pet felt surprisingly comfortable there. Dr. Gordon was very knowledgeable and reassuring. I'm so happy to have found an office where I feel confident and comfortable trusting my animals. I can't recommend them enough!!

Jessica H.

★★★★★

We were devastated when we learned our little Poodle boy of four had metastatic cancer. But with the support and empathy of Dr. Gordon and his team, we were able to release his suffering and give this gift of life back to where it had come.There are many great vets in South County, but none like Dr. Gordon.Thank you for making this difficult time more comforting for my husband and me.

Susan S.

★★★★★

Great experience. We recently moved to the area and noticed a lump on our dog and made an appointment to establish care and get it looked at. We noticed it growing (or maybe it was my imagination) so I sent an email at 9:30pm to Dr. Gordon's office asking if there were any cancellations to get us in earlier. He personally replied the next morning at 5am saying he could slot us before the other scheduled appointments.When we came in, he and all the staff were very patient and caring. He took his time, did some diagnostics that a different vet didn't do and when we decided to remove the lump he did the surgery; our girl is now recovering. After the surgery, he followed up after-hours and over the weekend to ensure she was doing well. The office was clearly very busy but somehow we never felt rushed.I'm not a medical professional so have no basis to evaluate the actual clinical work but to a layman observer all looks good. What I can say is that Dr. Gordon clearly cares about both his animal patients and their human owners. He has a wonderful "bedside manner" and professionalism and I'm very happy we found him.

Alex S.

★★★★★

Dr. Gordon is absolutely amazing. He saved my dog's life. He performed a very difficult surgical operation to remove a bladder tumor through the abdomen. This type of operation is so difficult and complex that most veterinarians flatly refuse to perform it. Additionally, Dr. Gordon offered holistic and cutting-edge immunotherapies for my dog's cancer that most veterinarians would not offer. Also, he is always amiable and available to discuss my dog's condition, even after hours, which is almost unheard of. I would highly recommend Dr. Gordon to everyone who is seeking out veterinary care.

Assistant TO Colleen O.

★★★★★

Dr Gordon lived up to his impeccable reputation. He was very patient and thorough with us and really had the best intentions for the health of our puppy. I specifically appreciated that he spoke directly to my 11-year old (as the "owner* of the puppy). His staff was also very kind. Good doctors like this are so hard to find. 💕

LA C.

★★★★★

I am so glad I found Dr. Gordon. He’s literally the best veterinarian I’ve ever come across. His staff is so kind and polite. He truly cares about the well-being of my puppy. I highly recommend him to anyone with a new puppy or someone looking for a new vet. There are over 20 vets within 2 square miles of where I live but I gladly drive over a half hour to take Philip to see Dr. Gordon. And as a result Philip is a healthy happy pup!

Nima B.

★★★★★

Dr. Gordon is the best Vet ever!! Loves homeopathic remedies and really cares for your animal. Tons of experience. Removed a cancer tumor our dog had and another large tumor on the back of her leg which was causing sitting/walking problems, anesthesia was fine, she is all better and even better than before!! 12 year old Chihuahua-jack Russell mix. Thank you Dr. Gordon and Arch Beach!!

Danelle F.

★★★★★

Dr. Gordon is an exceptional doctor. When my puppy was bit, I emailed him late one evening. He answered my email within three minutes to ask if I could meet him at his office at 6:30am the next morning. That was just the first time I have been grateful for Dr. Gordon. Since then, he has proven to be the most knowledgeable, kind, trustworthy and communicative vet I have ever seen. I am a huge fan.

Kristin W.

★★★★★

Dr Gordon and the entire staff at Arch Beach are stellar. We took our dog in for an Ovary Sparing Spay. They were so communicative, kind and curious. Dr Gordon is an amazing Vet!! Truly feel so good about putting my fur babies in his care. The follow up post surgery is something you can only dream about these days. Can't say enough good things about Arch Beach Veterinary Clinic! You will be in good hands!

Cedar D.

★★★★★

Dr. Gordon was such a blessing!! He and his team go over and beyond, being available at all hours to make sure that my dog Peaches was taken well care of! I highly recommend for stem cell therapy it’s only been 2 days and already notice a difference in her energy and wellbeing. So grateful for everything! Thank you!!

Vanessa L.

★★★★★

Dr. Gordon and his staff are wonderful. They are caring and knowledgeable. For the 5 1/2 years we have had our cat, Dr. Gordon and his staff have taken excellent care and I know Bailey is always in the best hands when we visit. I'm grateful for Dr. Gordon's holistic approach to pet care and I would recommend Arch Beach Veterinary Clinic to anyone who wants excellent care for their pet without hesitation. Do yourself and your pet a favor and make an appointment with Arch Beach Veterinary Clinic!Audrey

Audrey

★★★★★

Dr. Gordon and his team are amazing! You could not ask for a kinder, more knowledgeable group of people to take care of your pet. I went on a search to find a new vet after a previous recommended vet left me feeling unsettled. Thank goodness I found Dr. Gordon! I wanted to find a place that felt comfortable to me where I knew my puppy would have the best care possible with a team I can trust for her health as she grows. Believe the great reviews, they are all true. Thank you Dr. Gordon and your sweet team at Arch Beach!

Nicole

★★★★★

This vet is the one. I have never been to a vet that is caring and doesn’t push every procedure possible. The whole staff is warm and welcoming. We started acupuncture for my pup and my dog is already more comfortable. Anyone who needs a warm welcoming office for your fur babies this is it.

Email L.

★★★★★

Dr. Gordon is a fantastic vet. He is caring and patient with questions and very knowledgable. I really appreciate the guidance he gave on when I should fix my female dog and backed it up by research specific for her breed. Every time I have seen him I know he will take the time to answer all of my questions and make sure my dog is healthy.

Ali G.

★★★★★

We were in Laguna Beach for a year and our neighbors immediately recommended Arch Beach for our 14 and 10 yr olds Marley and Edie.General care was great, never had to wait long, staff were always friendly and cheerful.After having an unsuccessful cryofreeze removal procedure in LA, Marley had an eye growth removed here and the surgery was successful.Highly recommend Dr. Gordon and his team!

Colin T.

★★★★★

Dr Gordon and his staff are wonderful. He was very responsive to my emails before I even walked through the door & followed up after our first appmt. His approach is very refreshing - he welcomed all my questions & his expertise/insight helped me feel comfortable about making decisions about which meds/shots to give my dog. (I love that he offers titer tests). It is clear he wants people to feel comfortable with the decision they make for their pets health, and because of this I felt empowered, rather than pressured (a RARE quality in a vet). The fact he is so responsive makes me feel like I can reach out if I have any emergencies or questions. Worth the drive down from LA! So happy to have found Dr Gordon!!

Emily L.

★★★★★

We cannot say enough great things about Dr. Gordon and his staff! Our beloved pup, Chuy, needed surgery to remove a large mass in his abdomen, and no other vets we called in the area we were able or willing to perform this surgery. Dr. Gordon and his team were not only able to successfully remove the mass, but it thankfully turned out to be a benign tumor. Dr. Gordon was incredibly professional, kind, patient, responsive, and honest, and without him, our dog wouldn't have survived. We are eternally grateful to him, and highly recommend him to all seeking quality veterinary care!

Krista O.

★★★★★

Our girl Sadie had been given two vaccines (rabies and DHPP) by a mobile vet on Thursday. That evening Sadie was shaking, wouldn't eat or drink and by the next day was practically lifeless - running a fever of 103.2. After calling 13 different vets to see if they had an appointment on Friday afternoon, Arch Beach Veterinary Clinic office confirmed they did. I could not be more thrilled that we were not only able to get Sadie treated for her reaction, but that we now have Dr. Gordon as our vet. Everyone in the office is personable, friendly, and you can tell they enjoy being around the fur babies. I have to say this is the first vet that Sadie wasn't pulling me towards the day which I believe says a lot. I also appreciate that Dr. Gordon is alternative and believes in thinking outside the box when it comes to caring for the fur babies.

Michelle K.

★★★★★

We recently moved into this area, and after about two months here our old dog had a few days where got very sick (extremely lethargic, looked uncomfortable, even vomited up some water), which was already scary but even worse we didn't have a vet here yet. And of course, he started getting sick right at the beginning of a three day labor day weekend.Both a neighbor and online reviews recommended Arch Beach Vet, so even though it was a Sunday morning, we decided we would email them so that maybe we'd get a reply on Tuesday and could make an appointment ASAP after that.Dr. Gordon replied that Sunday! And despite it being a holiday weekend, he went back and forth with me, a person who he never met before and wasn't even a patient yet, helping us understand how we should judge the severity of the condition, and making sure we knew that we could get an appointment at opening time on Tuesday. The peace of mind was immense!Thanks to his recommendation, we ended up watching our dog for a few more hours before deciding to take him into an ER in the evening for some initial blood work and fluids. At that point, we felt comfortable he could make it to Tuesday without succumbing to dehydration, and in fact on Monday he started doing a lot better. As for the ER, they were also happy to go with an outpatient strategy since we already had a Tuesday appointment set up with a regular vet. Otherwise, we might have had to leave our dog there overnight or even for a few days.We then met Dr. Gordon on Tuesday, and he was so kind. He did a quick yet thorough exam on Buster, spent time answering our questions, and helped us understand our situation better.He didn't oversell anything at all; in fact, he agreed with us that we should give some initial medication and then wait and see before thinking about followup work. And after that, when we contacted him to plan our next visit, he told us we probably *didn't* need an X-ray for our situation at this time.At this moment, our dog is on the mend and doing a lot better. We feel really great that we have a connection with Dr. Gordon and Arch Beach Vet, and based on our initial experience we highly recommend this location.UPDATE ONE MONTH LATER: Still 5 stars! Just wanted to post here how the last month ended up being incredibly scary for us, with seemingly our dog having one bad thing after another happen to them, but things are OK now as he has not only stabilized but is recovering rapidly. We are still so grateful for Dr. Gordon's (and his teams') support through all this. He helped us navigate uncertainty throughout our stressful month by after hours email correspondence. I started to feel bad about how much we were contacting him, at which point he started to ask us for updates so we wouldn't feel like a bother. Just an incredible drive for animal care by Dr. Gordon and the rest at Arch Beach Vet.

David H.

★★★★★

Dr. Gordon is simply the best. My pups both adore him. One of the many things I love most about him is that he explains things as he’s doing them. I’ve had several vets over the years who would poke, prod, and rush through an exam without barely acknowledging I was even in the room. I appreciate that Dr. Gordon listens intently to every question I have, never makes me feel uninformed, and goes out of his way to talk to both myself and my dogs when he is examining them. They are also extremely responsive and organized. Anytime I need a document or a copy of something, I usually receive it via a quick email within the hour. Highly recommend this office!

Katelyn H.

★★★★★

The best vet ever! We love Dr Gordon and his team. We have 2 pomeranians and Dr Gordon always takes his time to answer any concerns we might have. He provides us with options and the education to let us make the right choice for our pets. He lets us have control over our pets well being and health. I don’t know any other vet who does that.When we got our Pomeranian puppy I was going back and forth about whether to take her to a local vet because my experience was that during the few months we’d have more vet appointments due to vaccinations and general health concerns for a tiny puppy. But after calling many local vets, we decided that we didn’t trust anyone other than Dr. Gordon. It’s worth it to travel 2 hrs from DTLA to laguna beach in peak rush hour and 2 hrs back to make sure our puppy receives the best care she can get.

Samantha C.

★★★★★

For anyone who’s interested in holistic healthcare for their pet I highly recommend Arch Beach. Dr Gordon and his staff have been great to work with. Relative to other vets, we’ve found Arch Beach provides a higher level of personal care, and Dr Gordon and the techs are more professional and in-tune with our dog's well being. Here are some examples:They performed acupuncture which helped her recover quickly from an issue.They identified a vitamin D deficiency and prescribed the right supplement to fix it.Our dog was spayed last week. Prior to the procedure Dr Gordon ordered a blood test to ensure she was in good shape since she was getting over a recent infection, then after the surgery he was in touch each day to check on her recovery and offer advice.

Joe L.

★★★★★

This is the best vet ever! We had an emergency with our dog who was having heat stroke…Arch Beach Veterinary Clinic took immediate and excellent care of our dog (two hours before closing on a Friday evening). The staff was kind and the doctor was so caring. Our dog thankfully was okay thanks to Dr Gordon and his teams quick response. Thank you!!!

Meagan S.

★★★★★

Dr. Gordon has been taking care of our 3 fur kids for a few years now. We have been to several other vets in Orange County and he is by far the best. He genuinely cares for each one of his patients and personally checks in on them to make sure they are doing well after their visits. The staff is at Arch Beach is the best. We would highly recommend Arch Beach Veterinary clinic!!

Dean R.

★★★★★

Dr. Gordon and his staff are nothing short of amazing! My most recent visit was for my lab puppy swallowing a ball and in less than an hour they were able to get us in and get the ball removed. Truly a vet you can always count on.

Annie S.

★★★★★

Took my dog for a first visit yesterday. Absolutely loved Dr Gordon. Worth the drive from Apple Valley.

Smile M.

★★★★★

Always a great experience when taking my dog to visit Dr. Gordon. He is super gentle and thorough when doing the examination and will take the time to discuss in detail about all the options we have.All the staff working there are friendly as well! If I can give a ten star review I will!

Cheryl S.

★★★★★

Dr. Gordon and his excellent staff at Arch Beach Veterinary Clinic were a treat to meet. Everyone there was just wonderful, very kind, and treated our pets, and us very compassionately. We especially appreciate how he and his team treated our pets like they're family - and did it without question - we don't take that for granted. They are our family, and sadly we have lived in places over the years where that isn't always understood or accepted.Dr. Gordon was thorough in searching for answers regarding what's going on with our dog, Truman, as well as the time he took to treat him with Acupuncture and Laser Therapy during the same visit - we are so grateful.It's tough finding a Veterinarian that 1) believes pets are part of the family, 2) doesn't break the bank by limiting what can be done during an appointment so you must come back... often, and 3) sincerely cares about the pets themselves, is really tough. Dr. Gordon and his staff are that awesome find!

Mathew P.

★★★★★

Dr Gordon and Arch Beach Veterinary are phenomenal! My cat traditionally is terrified of the vet and other vets have had to sedate her to examine her. She loved Dr. Gordon and his staff. She was very comfortable and was even grooming her self during the visit. He was able to look at her past workups and come up with a reasonable treatment plan including acupuncture and homeopathics which was wonderful! I would highly recommend taking your fur babies to Dr. Gordon!

Kristine W.

★★★★★

Dr. Gordon is the absolute GOLD standard in veterinarian care! I wouldn't think of taking my fur babies to any other doctor.If you love your fur babies and want the very best care for them then look no further then Dr. David Gordon.!look no further than Dr Gordon . He truly is the best!

Kelly K.

★★★★★

I have had five or six dogs in my life. I currently have two 14 and 1/2 year old havanese. I met Dr Gordon over a year ago trying to go more holistic route for their senior years/needs, etc. Dr Gordon laid his eyes on my one dog Gracie, and knew she was in trouble.His quick action, and diagnosis of congenital heart failure, has enabled me to have her still with me today, 14 months later. My second pup, Tino, was then diagnosed with a chest tumor, which was so super scary for the age, the prognosis and major decisions with doing surgery or not. Through both of these very trying diagnosis Dr Gordon and his staff never hesitated to respond and help ease my distress, give me options, and communicate with me when I needed to know more, etc. I have been faced with many extremely hard times with regards to their health over the last year. And I have not had one disappointing situation.Poor Dr Gordon, lol, I don't do anything without him anymore! Truly one of the most compassionate, caring, communicative and fast reacting vets / vet office I've ever been privileged to know. Thank you Dr Gordon and you're amazing staff.See you on Tuesday! Thank you for being here for Gracie, Tino and me!

Diane M.

★★★★★

We got our baby back! Dr. Gordon and staff saved our dog's life after 5-months of being misdiagnosed with kidney disease and arthritis. Our 8-yr old Wheaten terrier, Murphy stopped eating and lost 4-pounds in the month prior to seeing Dr. Gordon, he also had been experiencing muscle twitching, balance issues, shaky back legs, lack of energy and would struggle to get up from lying down for several months. I honestly thought Murphy was a goner, then I was referred to Dr. Gordon. At our first appt with Dr. Gordon, he ran labs and discovered he had an unusually high calcium level, which led to further testing that indicated a parathyroid tumor. Fortunately, it was benign but needed to be surgically removed or it would eventually kill all his organs and be very painful. When Dr. Gordon explained most all his symptoms would go away soon after surgery, I didn't want to get my hopes up. I thought, okay we'll save his life, but he'll never be the same again, the damage to his muscles, bones, and kidneys had already been done. Upon pre-op the day of the surgery, Dr. Gordon called to let us know the calcium had also affected Murphy's heart and there's a chance he could go into cardiac arrest while under anesthesia, but we had no choice he needed the surgery. We waited in fear, praying he'd make it through surgery. A few hours later we got the call that he made it and did fine, but the next few days would be critical, and we'd have to monitor his calcium level each day (which would switch to very low upon removing the tumor until his remaining parathyroids kicked in to regulate). We brought Murphy in to get tested every morning. It took longer than normal (2 weeks as opposed to 3 days) for his calcium to return to normal since he had gone undiagnosed for so long, plus we had to leave him all day twice to be put on IV calcium it was so low (which can cause seizures, etc.). Who knew calcium affected dogs so drastically! Dr. Gordon checked in on Murphy every single night, after hours and always responded to our questions right away no matter what time of day or on weekends (he must not sleep much). It's very evident Dr. Gordon TRULY CARES for his furry patients, such AN AMAZING VET and kind man! A month later, Murphy is completely back to normal. No more muscle twitches, shaky legs, his kidney function is back towards normal, his inflamed gums & horrible bad breath even went away; he has energy again, he sleeps comfortably on his back again, and his appetite is back! It's like it all never happened - our dream come true! Our new neighbors (who hadn't seen Murphy before all his symptoms) saw him walking at the park and were amazed what a difference they saw. I think they all thought I was the crazy lady always complaining there's something wrong with my dog, but they didn't see it or understand...until they saw him recovered, then they got it! I am forever grateful for Dr. Gordon and his staff (esp Maria, who Murphy loves) for getting our baby back!

Roland & Debra G.

★★★★★

I couldn't be happier to have found Arch Beach Vet, Dr. Gordon and the whole team. Starting from my first phone call to the visit, everyone couldn't have been nicer. Even my dog wasn't shaking like he does at my old vet's office. Dr. Gordon sat down and listened to my questions and concerns and didn't rush me which is invaluable. Most vets do an exam and rush out. The quick communication regarding test results was also very impressive and appreciated. The pricing is very fair as well. While it's never great having your pet go to the vet, it's great to have a place you feel totally comfortable visiting and is trustworthy.

C S.

★★★★★

With 5 stars reviews across the board I wish we could give more stars than 5 Dr. Gordon and his team at Arch Beach Veterinary Clinic deserve them. Being an animal lover I have delt with vets since I was a child. I've never met one so compassionate, honest, professional and heartfelt as Dr. Gordon.We are a younger family with 3 little kids. Our family dog of 11 years needed a tumor removal surgery that was extremely HIGH RISK and was to be quite honest way out of our budget. We were seeking alternate treatment to help her. This is when I stumbled upon Arch Beach Veterinary Clinic. So I immediately gave them a call I recall speaking with Hedi the customer services was outstanding. If your not local they offer virtual appointments. She helped me get in contact with Dr. Gordon via email he responded quickly and took time to work with us and really talk to us and understand us and most of all our pets needs. I must have spoken close to 100 vets from here to Texas many of which didn't want to take this HIGH RISK procedure on. So I was very concerned with even the thought of attempting it. After many discussions with Dr. Gordon we decided it was our only option. So she went into have her mass removed with a low chance of a good outcome but we felt so comfortable with Dr. Gordon and had such high hopes for her. She survived this high risk surgery and is doing great we have been so blessed by this clinic and Dr. Gordon. We live about 3 hours away and will travel to see them without hesitation. Please don't just take my word go see for yourself. You won't be disappointed. Thank you again to Dr. Gordon and his team we can't thank you enough!!!!

Spencer F.

★★★★★

As a pet owner for many years, we encountered our fair share of veterinarians but Dr. Gordon is hands-down the most caring, professional, experienced vet we ever had. The way he interacts with our elderly dogs and the care he provides is second to none. He listens and takes his time to answer questions and you don't feel rushed or intimidated. The entire team is very friendly and caring. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!

Katharina G.

★★★★★

Dr. Gordon and his entire staff are 100% professional, reliable, honest, and safe. I cannot say enough good things about this entire practice and how well their customer service and animal care is. They go above and beyond to give the best care possible to both the animals and owners. Our dog was born there via c-section, and they've cared for her since birth. Arch Beach Veterinary is awesome at all veterinary care and we wouldn't take our little girl anywhere else! Thank you to the entire staff that keeps this place amazing.

Michael K.

★★★★★

I am so glad I decided to look for a new veterinarian & found Dr. Gordon, he has been incredibly helpful & very responsive. He emailed me Saturday & Sunday before 7:00 a.m with my dog's lab results & has been very responsive to all my concerns & questions. It is such a relief to have a vet I can actually communicate with regarding my dog's health.My dog has had UTI since 3/3/21. My previous vet, Dr. Cohen, after over 2 months, 3 rounds of antibiotics (2 weeks each time), x-rays, ultrasounds, urine cultures, urine sediment tests, urinalysis, bloodwork, cytology with pathologist reading only talked to me twice. He was never available to talk to. My dog kept having blood in his urine & each time it took his office 4 days to a week to give me the results. The same urinalysis & urine culture tests that Dr. Gordon e-mailed me the results personally on a weekend in less than 24 hrs!If you're looking for a very caring, knowledgeable & responsive veterinarian, look no further. Dr. Gordon is absolutely wonderful & his staff are all very nice.Thank you, Dr. Gordon.

Lynn R.

★★★★★

Dr Gordon is great with my dog and available to answer questions. Best vet in town

Lori B.

★★★★★

I am so very grateful to have found Dr Gordon! His team is incredible, and so committed to excellent care! Dr. Gordon is truly an angel— We have been to so many vets for our rescue and with her anxiety, she doesn’t do very well, but she warmed up to Dr. G very quickly! He is amazing at explaining how and what procedures entail, and is excellent at communication. Being a physician myself, I have rather unrealistic expectations of other providers— well Dr. G exceeded my expectations! Never going to another vet again!

Ladan H.

★★★★★

Dr. Gordon is by far the single best vet I've ever met. So thankful to have him locally, and would travel back here for vet care if I move away from Laguna Beach. Experienced, trustworthy, and caring... can't ask for more.

K. R.

★★★★★

Dr. Gordon is so awesome, I brought my 8 yr old female French bulldog in because her hind legs are not doing so well. I had X-rays taken at another vet and showed it to Dr. Gordon and after examining my dog and looking at the information I provided, it was concluded that it’s most likely a spinal inflammation issue so I was given the holistic options of chiropractic, acupuncture, or cold laser. He suggested cold laser to start with so I went ahead and did that. My pup is doing a little better but of course one treatment isn’t going to show any significant results. I’m heading back there soon to do another cold laser treatment. Anyhow, this doctor is very knowledgeable on how certain breeds have certain health issues and he’s extremely friendly and very casual, makes you feel comfortable. He’s very straight forward and he doesn’t try to upsell products or services. He lets you decide, gives you the power and control on the options given. He suggests but doesn’t facilitate any scare tactics or anything like that. Very trustworthy. It’s a small humble office but I really like that. Parking was a little bit of an issue but if anything, you can park down the street. I would definitely recommend this place to other pet owners for sure.

C1x F.

★★★★★

The best Drs and staff. They were very responsive to appointment request. Answering emails during weekend and evening hours. The entire staff was so patient and compassionate with our situation. The absolute best vet I’ve ever been to. I’m so grateful for Dr. Gordon.

Melissa

★★★★★

Dr. Gordon and his team are the must trustworthy, empathetic, and knowledgeable people in the business. I grew up with Westies and Scotties on the east coast. I now have a new Scottish terrier, and the initial vet appointment was extremely thorough. Dr. Gordon really took the time to answer my questions and also teach me about what to look out for regarding my dog’s health. It was evident how much Dr. Gordon and his team cares. Without a doubt I would highly recommend Dr. Gordon.

Michelle M.

★★★★★

I could not be more grateful to Dr. Gordon and his team for saving the life of my westhighland terrier. My Westie had severe breathing difficulties and was totally misdiagnosed by a different vet for over a month. I was so lucky to be referred to Dr. Gordon for a second opinion. With one look at my Westie, Dr. Gordon confidently and professionally diagnosed his real issue. He fit in a surgery for my Westie overnight. His kindness and follow up are exceptional and truly extraordinary. He is so compassionate and treats your dog as his own. I had recently moved to the area and Dr. Gordon is the best discovery I have made. I owe him my westie’s life and for that I’m very thankful. I would HIGHLY recommend his clinic!

Jeanine G.

★★★★★

I cannot recommend Dr. Gordon and his team enough. My puppy had a hurt eye when I first got him, and I was told to just put on an antibiotic ointment and to give it two weeks, and he'd be fine. To err on the side of caution, I took him to a different local vet on my first day with him, who ended up giving me the same instructions. I revisited this same vet multiple times since his eye still looked very irritated and seemed to be bothering him, and I kept being assured that it was getting better and just to give it a week. Fast forward a couple of days, and my puppy is clearly in extreme pain. His eye is bothering him so badly that he completely stops eating and is unable to sleep for more than a few minutes. I called Arch Beach worried, and even though I was a new patient and they were fully booked, they fit me in for an appointment during what should have been their lunch. I'm so grateful that I ended up seeing Dr. Gordon and his team since they immediately knew something was very wrong. After performing various tests, they recommended that I go see a veterinary ophthalmologist ASAP. It turns out his eye pressure was off the charts, so they knew he was suffering a ton and gave him an injection to ease the pain while we figured out what we needed to do. With COVID, most veterinary specialists are booked up weeks ahead of time, but Dr. Gordon was kind enough to call in a favor for me, and I was able to get my puppy seen the same day. Unfortunately, my puppy's eye will never recover, but I'm so happy that we could get some answers and figure out a plan to help him. I can't imagine the pain my puppy must've been in, and don't want to think about what could've happened to him if I hadn't gotten a third opinion from Dr. Gordon and his team. I'm so grateful to Arch Beach Veterinary Clinic and will most definitely be bringing my dog to them going forward. It's evident that Dr. Gordon (and every one of his team members) is extremely knowledgeable and truly loves animals. If you live in the area and are looking for a vet definitely go to Arch Beach!! Your animal will thank you 🤗

Sarah B.

★★★★★

We temporarily relocated to Laguna Beach from the Bay Area and needed to find a veterinary practice to take our rescue puppy in for a minor surgery. We did some research and found Dr. Gordon. The care he and his staff provided our puppy is exemplary. He is very knowledgeable, experienced, and thoughtful. He did his due diligence with her medical history and took his time to address all of our questions and concerns, making recommendations specific to what was in the best interest of our puppy. Although he was new to us, we felt confident that she was in very capable hands. After surgery, he personally checked in with us to make sure she was healing well. We feel very fortunate we found him!

Grace K.

★★★★★

One phone call with Doctor Gordon was worth more than an in-person visit to lots of specialty clinics.Our kitty has chronic kidney disease and hypertrophic cardiomyopathy of the left ventricle and his lab results look very bad. Now we've done a lot of research about his conditions ourselves and are already receiving treatments for it from our family vet but we wanted more direction on how we could prolong our cat's life and improve its quality. Most specialist vets we've been referred to, however, have been very pessimistic and lazy about it and the first suggestion they all went to was euthanasia. And then when we asked is there more we can do, they said we were already doing all we could. But Doctor Gordon actually gave more options we haven't thought of and some direction. It was nice that he was actually willing to work with us and had a much more positive attitude. Sometimes that makes all the difference.

Shahzoda V.

★★★★★

I've had pets my entire life and have never met a vet so kind and thorough as Dr Gordon. We saw him during the last few weeks of our senior pet's life, I wanted to get a second opinion, and he tried everything possible to figure out what was wrong. Even though they had just met us the entire staff was so incredibly respectful and diligent. They could have easily just shrugged off my concern and told me that my dog was just old, but instead they really did fight until the end of my dog's life.We started taking our other pup there and even though she is young and healthy he spent so much time with her. He even ordered labs to ensure we weren't missing anything. Usually when I have taken a young healthy dog to the vet they spend about ten minutes with them and that's it. Later when she developed a minor eye infection I was blown away because Dr Gordon did a really extensive exam to make sure there wasn't any damage to her eye. Normally vets I've gone to in the past just quickly prescribe eye drops and that's it. He is so thorough in any circumstance. Plus he is knowledgable about conventional and alternative treatments for pets. We definitely recommend Dr Gordon and will be taking all of our pets there from now on.

Lauren H.

★★★★★

We are absolutely delighted to have found Dr. Gordon and his team at Arch Beach Vet in Laguna Beach! After relocating from Chicago, it took some time to find a vet that checked all our boxes for care of our GSD boys, but now that we found Arch Beach, we know our boys’ health is in good hands. Tyler and Heidi make you feel as if your pet has always been part of their care crew as soon as they answer the phone. The technicians are genuinely interested in what we have to say and interact with kindness. Dr Gordon is forward thinking, innovative, attentive, and a medical artist. We couldn’t be happier with our choice for our boys!

Nancy W.

★★★★★

I brought my four legged child to Dr Gordon. My dog was panting alot he was in discomfort. Dr Gordon performed acupuncture and lazer . My dog is a new dog. My is into walking again, playing and wagging his tail. I am so happy with Arch Beach veterinary.

Rose C.

★★★★★

We recently brought in our yorkie Boomer to have a consultation with Dr. Gordon for a reoccurring grade 2 soft tissue sarcoma on his elbow that we had just had operated on 3 months prior at a different vet. Dr. Gordon is very friendly and cares for his patients very much, from the minute you walk in you are provided with top notch service from both Dr. Gordon and his staff. We felt very reassured by his prognosis on our dog and he was able to get us in for surgery the day after the consultation. We received constant updates and reassurances as to how our pet was doing from the time he was dropped off up until he was ready to go. We got personal follow ups from the doctor himself, he checked on how our dog was doing the night he went home and the next morning. We were able to send photos of the incision site which he confirmed was looking great. This was so convenient for us as we don’t live nearby. The take home instructions are very detailed and clear, the medications he was sent home with were pre-measured for each individual dose which is so convenient! The doctor even signs his own name to your home care instructions, an indication of just how personalized his service is and how involved he is in your pet’s care. I say this only because we’ve had experiences elsewhere where it’s hard to speak to the vet unless you pay for a visit, that’s definitely not the case here as Dr. Gordon called me personally to offer an earlier appointment time and followed up with us via text and email after treatment. We’ve been blown away by the experience we’ve had and although our dog is still healing from surgery we feel confident that we couldn’t have gotten better care anywhere else just based on how great this experience has been compared to the last place our dog had this procedure done at. We won’t be taking our dogs anywhere else!

sarah C.

★★★★★

Our old vet retired so we've been looking for a new one. My little guy had an issue and it was very important to me that I find a holistic vet. After some internet research, I stumbled across Dr. Gordon at Arch Beach Vet Clinic. After reading the amazing reviews, I made an appointment.We took Dexter in for the minor issue, which he assured me I was already doing everything right. He also took a look at Dexter's teeth and informed me that I needed to get him in pretty quickly for a dental cleaning and probable extraction. We did the blood work that day to make sure his numbers were good.Blood work came back stellar so it was time to book the appointment. To say I was a nervous wreck, is a true understatement. Dexter is a 4 1/2 lb Morkie..., he's such a little guy. Anesthesia isn't even an exact science with humans so the thought of my heart and soul going under was almost too much for me. After our first appointment, Dr. Gordon emailed me (yes, he himself emailed me - I've never experienced a vet reaching out like that) and gave me some information on dental cleanings. I responded back with the most detailed absurd questions, to which he promptly answered every single one.The day came, I took Dexter in at 7:30am and was greeted by Heidi, who was wonderful. I then met with Maria, the RVT, who was also amazing, and went over every single thing that would happen that day, then Dr Gordon came out and answered any additional questions I had and then he took Dexter back. I've never experienced a vet coming out and personally taking my pup back. I got a call from Dr Gordon a couple hours later informing me of his progress and assuring me that Dexter was doing good and I got another call from him once Dexter was finished and waking up. When I picked Dex up, Maria took me in a room and went over everything in detail and then her and Dr Gordon brought a Dex to me. He followed up that night with a phone call and an email and he followed up again the next morning to check on Dex.I honestly can't tell you how extremely satisfied I am with everyone I've encountered at Arch Beach Vet. They are caring, precise, and absolutely amazing. We have now found our forever vet.

Crystal C.

★★★★★

Love this animal hospital.Dr. Gordon was referred to me by Martnel of Dogma in Newport Coast.My puppy had to be seen by a vetinarian right away.In current times of COVID-19 restrictions, scheduling an appointment on short notice is almost impossible.I called and spoke to Maria, what a fantastic experience. She was incredibly helpful and sympathetic and attentive. She moved mountains to have my puppy seen that very day.I was very confident my puppy was in good hands with Dr. Gordon receiving the best critical care treatment he needed. The surgical procedure was done with a light sedative to relax him with local anesthesia at the sites on his little feet. Within two hours he was in my arms headed home.Dr. Gordon checked in after Dionysus surgical procedure that evening and the following day.Five stars

Sharon S.

★★★★★

David and his team are fantastic! My dog had a nail/paw issue, he took us right in and handled it the same day!Followed up via email as well! As a business owner myself this speaks volumes to the quality of care and concern! He has a client for life!!

Kristen L.

★★★★★

Dr. Gordon and his staff are the most compassionate, kind and loving Veterinary practice I’ve ever had the good fortune to meet. The level of professionalism is matched only by the depth of the love and care they exhibited for my sweet puppy dog. It tool over an hour - and once two hours - to get to Dr. Gordon’s practice from where I live in Pasadena, but it was more than worth the trip. He and the staff go far beyond expectations and I’m so grateful to have met them.

Michael C.

★★★★★

We were absolutely delighted with our first experience yesterday with Dr. Gordon and Arch Beach Vet Clinic. We had been looking for quite some time for a vet with a more natural philosophy and one who is well versed in safe vaccine protocols and post vaccine detox methods. Dr. Gordon is extremely knowledgeable and personable, and exactly who we have been looking for. We greatly appreciated his homeopathic approach with Charlie as well as taking his time to answer all of our questions and concerns. We never felt rushed. He was so gentle with our little dog, that I know Charlie will be happy to return as well. As long as we live in California, Dr. Gordon will be our vet!

Dr. Jennifer W.

★★★★★

Dr. Gordon is one of a small number of leading edge veterinarians who recognizes the important benefits of preserving the ovaries in female dogs and who offers ovary-sparing spaying. I learned about this procedure while researching spaying for my 6.5 year old Golden Retriever, and went for a consultation with Dr. Gordon. He was without doubt the most compassionate and knowledgeable vet I have ever met. He allayed my deep concerns about subjecting my dog to spaying in general, although he was candid about the risks of surgery with any dog. He performed the surgery a week ago and my girl has made a speedy recovery. He has checked on her progress almost daily. My praise for Dr. Gordon and all the staff at Arch Beach Veterinary Clinic is boundless. They are all loving, compassionate, kind, and highly competent. I have to travel an hour to get to this clinic, but I wouldn't consider going to any other vet.

Stats G.

★★★★★

Dr. Gordon is so amazing. He even responded to an email sent on a Sunday!

Sharon J.

★★★★★

My dog Jax had recently been diagnosed with lymphoma and had a couple of bad days over the holidays. I had recently moved back to Laguna Beach and his oncologist was in LA. I started calling around for a vet to help me here and I stumbled onto Arch Beach Veterinary.I explained the situation to Arlena the lovely gal that answered the phone and Dr. David Gordon took him right away.Dr. Gordon and his entire staff were amazing, Jaxson was due for his monthly bloodwork and he had to have x rays, they worked with my dog’s oncologist in Los Angeles to smoothly insure I was comfortable with all that was happening. Dr. Gordon checked on Jax every day, even Christmas morning!! I feel so good to have Dr. Gordon and his staff on Jaxson and my team as we both go through this journey to keep him happy and comfortable.

Donna B.

★★★★★

My husband and I just rescued our dog when only days later he began to limp. We took him in to see Dr. Gordon and couldn't have had a better experience! From the friendly, caring staff greeting you when you walk in, to the personalized attention Dr. Gordon gives to you and your pet.... we knew we were in the right place. Dr. Gordon walked us through exactly what was going on and took the time to answer our questions and make sure we understood all of our options. We decided to have the surgery done and Dr. Gordon was able to get us in the very next day! Not only was he encouraging and supportive, but he took the time to personally follow up with us the day after surgery to see how our boy was doing. To me, it meant the world that our vet took his time to reach out. He also responded back to my e-mails within minutes and continued to ease any and all worries and concerns I had regarding our dogs recovery. It feel really good to know that I could ask all of my questions at any time, and get a quick personalized response. I truly do not think I would have been able to rest as easy as I have if it wasn't for Dr. Gordon and his staffs wonderful care for my dog and my family.I could not speak more highly of Dr. Gordon and his team! If you are looking for a knowledgeable, supportive, and trustworthy vet to care for your fur baby, Arch Beach Veterinary Clinic is the place to go!

Emily R.

★★★★★

My boyfriend and I moved to Laguna in November of 2018. We adopted a dog 2 weeks after we moved in, so naturally we needed to find a vet...We are SO INCREDIBLY THANKFUL we found Dr. Gordon and his team! First of all, the staff is unbelievably on top of things, and super accomodating. Dr. Gordon is equally as outstanding! He emails/texts to check in after each visit and is always so knowledgeable and kind during each visit, making sure to be super thorough and clear with us.I also like that the office offers several holistic approaches to everyday medications/treatments. With all honestly, Dr. Gordon makes you feel like your pet is his own! Our little girl ended up needing to have 13 teeth pulled a few months ago, which is super scary as a dog mom, but Dr. Gordon and his team did a beautiful job, checked in on us regularly, humored a few neurotic phone calls from me, and our Millie bounced back quickly and better than ever!Our family loves Dr. Gordon and everyone at Arch Beach Vet, which is huge for us since our girl is a rescue and tends to be nervous around new people... she's always welcomed with open arms here and we love that we found people who care about her just as much as we do.

Chandon V.

★★★★★

Dr. David Gordon is the most kind and caring veterinarian that I have ever met. I first saw Dr. Gordon for a second opinion and he spent a great deal of time with me and my dog, explaining all treatment options. I felt confident in Dr. Gordon and elected for my dog to have surgery. My dog had surgery last week and Dr. Gordon has been communicating with me everyday since. He patiently answers all of my questions and concerns and has helped this nervous dog mom to feel much better through this process. I will continue to bring my dogs to Dr. Gordon for their regular vet visits. You will not find a more compassionate, caring and knowledgeable vet than Dr. Gordon.Thanks, Doc! Gratefully, Sara, Winnie and Teddy ❤️

Sara L.

★★★★★

Dr. Gordon is a wonderful vet! He takes his time discussing everything and is kind and patient with me and all of my questions. He gives several options for care and is never pushy. He makes himself available after hours for questions and is quick to respond. The staff is extremely kind and very helpful. I highly recommend Arch Beach Vet clinic.

Jennifer M.

★★★★★

Since visiting Arch Beach Veterinary Clinic, Dr. Gordon has been attentive, and responsive to my dog's care. I would highly recommend.

Angel P.

★★★★★

Dr. Gordon is truly a life saver! My dog was suddenly (deathly) ill with a newly discovered auto immune disease. Dr. Gordon explained to me that his approach is normally more holistic, but in our case, my dog "would not have a chance" without aggressive drug intervention. We decided to take a chance and treat my pup at home with the meds.With the support of Dr. Gordon and his staff, I'm happy to say that my dog is improving. With the treatment he recommended, and the incredible support provided by him and his staff, my pup has come back to life.One thing that sets Dr. Gordon apart from others, is his accessibility. Whenever I have questions, I can email him. He responds very quickly, and monitors the situation as needed. He would frequently email me to get updates when my dog's health was really poor. Furthermore, when he saw us struggling with the meds, he OFFERED to have his staff administer them for us (for a small fee--so worth it!!). Rarely does a doctor OFFER to help! He truly cares and he loves his job. So do his team members.

Marissa N.

★★★★★

Dr. Gordon & the staff at Arch Beach Veterinary Clinic are definitely 5-star! From the receptionists, to the Vet Techs to Dr. Gordon himself, my German Shepherd Dog & myself were treated with the utmost professionalism. I brought my dog in as Dr. Gordon is one of the very few DVM's in Orange County that offer an Ovary-Saving spay. Dr. Gordon did not try to upsell me any procedures & more importantly he listened to my concerns & answered my questions. My original intent was to only have the surgery done & then return to my regular Veterinarian. However after receiving excellent attention, education, & follow-up care with obvious interest in my dogs well-being, I am making Arch Beach my permanent Veterinary Clinic.

J M.

★★★★★

My dog needed minor surgery so I took her to Dr. Gordon and from start to finish he and his team were great. They really offer personalized service and their follow ups were impeccable. Before I decided to go with them for her surgery I got a second opinion at my usual vet in Newport Coast. I waited forever in their waiting room and never received a follow up with a quote on the procedure, as they had promised. I will not be taking my dog there again. Customer service is important! Dr. Gordon will be my go to Vet from now on! Thank you Dr. Gordon, Tyler and the rest of his staff!

Jon M.

★★★★★

Honestly, I don’t know where to begin. Dr.Gordon saved my dog ,of 11 years, life. She went into shock in the middle of the night-as a nurse I was able to keep her stable and by the grace of God she made it 3 hours until the office opened at 0730. I called immediately and they made time for her. Dr. Gordon was caring, quick to diagnose, how to proceed, and explain the rational for all of them. I didn’t feel pressured in any way. Upon x-day we discovered she had a splenic mass. We had to do a few labs and a work up to determine how to proceed. With the blood work, they always let me hold my 70lb pit bull in my lap so she would more comfortable on the floor while procedures were being done. He really understood the personality of me and my dog; which, attest to a truly holistic perspective of care. Upon much discussion we proceeded with surgery to remove he mass. He offered other vets to compare but I didn’t trust anyone but him to perform the procedure. My instincts were spot on. My 11 y/o dog is like a puppy again. Healthier than ever! After the surgery Dr. Gordon e-mailed and text to check in with her and was always there to answer any on my computer concerns. Amazing staff as well and so understanding. Techs, front desk, and everyone are experienced and professional. Thank you much to all of you!

Rachel P.

★★★★★

Over 40 years in Corona del Mar I used several veterinerians in the areafor my dogs with mixed results. Recently got referred by a veterinary surgeon to Dr. Gordon and so far like him and his staff best. A nice aservice available is to communicate with him by email when his office is closed instead of going to an emergency dept. of a veterinary hospital.

George K.

★★★★★

I came because my former Vet found that Carmelita, my rescue kitty had heart issues. I was told previously that it was inadvisable for teeth cleaning due to her “arrhythmia's plus a noticeable heart murmur” They advised to keep her tranquilized ( she was very fearful ) when I brought her in, which I complied with.So, this is obviously not a good situation for either my cat or myself. I found Dr. Gordon, a local longtime vet of something like 30 years or more.I was shocked to learn Carmelita had none of these heart issues!No heart problems of any sort!She was “very shy”My gosh, I hate to think what would have happened if I stayed with that vet group!Now, Miss C is fine , happy and very healthy!I give this kind patient, and quiet Vet a 100% thumbs up from this owner.Thank you Dr Gordon!

Marjorie M.

★★★★★

I am forever grateful to the Arch Beach Veterinary Clinic. Dr. Gordon is an amazing veterinarian! He saved my cat's life after two other veterinarians were unsuccessful. He is professional, compassionate, attentive and fully explains the diagnosis, treatment protocol and what to expect in the recovery stages. Dr. Gordon took the time to personally email me, even over the weekend to receive a daily update on my cat's condition. My cat recovered 100%. Thank you Dr. Gordon.

B R.

★★★★★

I recently had my first appt with Dr. Gordon. I was there for over an hour with Dr. Gordon closely examining my cat, and earnestly listened to everything I said without dismissing any concerns I had. He was very calm and patient and the next day he emailed the results of the senior panel blood test, and followed up the email with a phone call and reviewed every line of the blood test with me. Dr. Gordon has been easily accessible and easy to reach. I am also a volunteer with a local animal rescue and reached out to Dr. Gordon with a challenging issue with a stressed cat in our system. Dr. Gordon was able to help us successfully transition this cat into a new foster home for us. The volunteer who took the foster cat to the appt came back and told me she liked Dr. Gordon so much, she will be switching vets for her personal animals to Dr. Gordon, and she does NOT live close by!

Amber L.

★★★★★

Dr. Gordon & his team are so helpful, compassionate, knowledgable, supportive, professional ... the list goes on. I couldn't ask for a better Vet for my dogs. Any issue I've had, Dr. Gordon has been available for me be it in person, over the phone or email. I'm so grateful for them!

joanna E.

★★★★★

Dr. Gordon has been our family's vet since the late eighties. He has helped us with our cat with diabetes, a dog with leukemia and our 98 year old (dog years) geriatric schnauzer with her various ailments. Dr Gordon is the most amazing, compassionate man, and he truly understands how much fur baby parents worry about their pets. We come all the way from Rancho Santa Margarita to visit because of the way he listens, gives practical advice, and is genuinely interested in the well being of out pets. His staff is friendly and efficient too. Love the homey ambiance of the new Laguna Beach location. Thank you Dr Gordon-you're the best!