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Dr. Shiva Prakash is well-suited for large breeds like Golden Retrievers and German Shepherds — both appear repeatedly across the 437 reviews for this Palace Guttahalli clinic. Our analysis of Google Maps reviews shows these two breeds are the most mentioned at this Bengaluru practice. One long-term owner wrote, "I've been seeing Dr Shivprakash for more than 3 years regarding my golden retriever," pointing to consistent follow-up rather than one-off visits. The clinic also notes multiple helpers on staff for large-dog handling. If you have a large breed and want a vet with demonstrated familiarity, book an appointment rather than walking in — the clinic gets busy and wait times have been flagged in reviews.

Repeat visits come down to Dr. Shiva Prakash's surgical experience and long-term follow-up, even though costs are a recurring pain point. Our analysis of 437 reviews shows friendly staff and skilled doctor are the two top praise themes, while expensive leads all complaint themes with 7 mentions. One reviewer noted, "Doc Shiva is an experienced man, more so a fantastic surgeon," while another flagged, "charges for treatment are expensive." The trade-off is real: a well-established specialty clinic with a first-recommendation reputation among Bengaluru pet parents, but with a Rs 550 consultation fee plus additional charges for X-rays and medicines. Go in with a clear question list so you can push back on any add-ons you are unsure about.

Consultation at this Palace Guttahalli clinic runs Rs 550, with X-rays and medicine charges billed separately. One reviewer confirmed the figure directly: "it's quite expensive, Rs 550 for consultations, for X-ray its 650 plus medicine charges." Our sentiment analysis of 437 reviews puts value-for-money at a negative signal — it is the lowest-rated dimension tracked. Four reviews also flag upselling of treatments. That said, the clinic holds a 4.1 Google rating across 437 reviews, suggesting the quality justifies the cost for many owners. If budget is a concern, ask for an itemized treatment plan before agreeing to diagnostics, and confirm which tests are strictly necessary versus optional.

This clinic does not offer 24-hour emergency care, and Sunday hours are significantly shorter — only 9am to 1:30pm. Monday through Saturday the clinic is open 9:30am to 7:30pm, which covers most planned appointments. If your dog has a medical emergency outside those windows, you will need a different facility. Our review data does not surface any after-hours or emergency contacts for this clinic. For critical situations — particularly heart conditions or post-surgical complications, both mentioned in reviews here — identify a 24-hour emergency vet in Bengaluru in advance and keep that number alongside this one. Appointments are recommended even during regular hours given how busy the clinic gets.

Cleanliness is a mixed picture at this clinic. Our review analysis gives cleanliness a sentiment score of 0.62 — mixed, not strong. At least one reviewer described the space as "very small and looks primitive, messy and dirty" with no AC and a noticeable smell. That is a minority view across 437 reviews, but worth knowing if hygiene is a priority for you. The clinic has restroom facilities on premises, indicating a full setup rather than a basic consultation room. First-time pet parents recommended by word-of-mouth have noted a positive overall experience despite the modest appearance. If the physical environment matters to you, visit briefly before committing to any procedure involving recovery or overnight nursing.

The volume of reviews reflects genuine popularity — this clinic is the most reviewed and top-rated vet in DNR Layout, Palace Guttahalli — but result quality sentiment sits at 0.45, the lowest-rated dimension in our analysis. The tension is real: reviewers praise Dr. Shiva Prakash's surgical skill, but one owner shared a deeply negative outcome after a pet's passing, and another wrote, "if you love your pets please do look for another veterinary." Our analysis of 437 Google Maps reviews shows misdiagnosis flagged once and staff communication rated mixed at 0.55. High review counts can reflect both loyalty and the natural variance of a busy practice. For complex cases — surgery, heart conditions, post-op nursing — ask specifically about the attending doctor and expected outcomes before proceeding.

First-time pet parents have recommended this clinic by word of mouth — one reviewer noted, "being a first time pet parent I had asked a couple of people for their recommendations and they suggested this clinic." That grassroots trust is real. However, the clinic's communication score of 0.55 and upselling complaints in our review analysis mean you may feel pressured if you do not know what to ask. For first-timers, the clinic works well for routine consultations and vaccinations. For more complex issues, a second opinion is worth considering given the result-quality signals in reviews. Check the [vets in Bengaluru](/find/vets/bengaluru) listing to compare other well-reviewed options before making your final choice.