Dawn W.'s Profile

If you care about your pet(s) you will stay far away from this place!!! I always say you get what you pay for, and boy that was 100% true going here. I still cry just thinking about what my dog endured here.

1.5 weeks ago I took my dog to be seen and have surgery performed by Dr. Wingert for a aural hematoma. I asked to fill out paperwork when I got there. They told me there was no paperwork to fill out. Kinda weird, as it was my first time there and I'd think they'd want to know age, history of dog, medications, etc. Nope! Finally had our name called and we were placed into one of the filthiest rooms I've ever seen. There was still a puddle on the floor from another animal, and of course my dog made a b-line for it. Gross! Dr. Wingert spent no more then 1 1/2 minutes with me and I said over and over my dog is on prednisone, my dog is on prednisone! Knowing that if they gave her an NSAID it could put her into kidney/liver failure and even kill her. He said he would make sure it was in the computer. Picked dog up in the afternoon (they never called me - I had to call them). She of course was groggy, had her ear taped, and seemed normal for coming out of a surgery. At the front desk the tech gave me a pain medicine and I proceeded to tell her that I had a bunch of leftover pain medication for her from a recent muscle sprain, and Dr. Wingert said that was the perfect thing to give her. However, the tech was trying to push an NSAID on me. AN NSAID!!! The thing I wanted to make sure she didn't receive due to the fact she's on prednisone. I told her and she said it wasn't in her records. Frusting & first red flag!!!! I was also not given an antibiotic for her. I mean an invasive surgery and no antibiotic? That's almost unheard of.

2 days post surgery she was acting like she was in a ton of pain. The pain meds didn't seem to be helping, so I went back during walk in hours. I was disgusted! Dogs were fighting in the waiting room. One lady had a super old diabetic dog that had TONS of health problems and proceeded to tell me "Oh, she just had puppies." Sigh...why are you breeding a dog with health problems and why aren't these vets educating the public?? Why, why, why?! I saw Dr. Lane (I think that was his name) and told him my dog seemed to be in pain and shaking her head a lot. He said he wouldn't redo the bandage, but gave me an antibiotic (go figure) and an ointment for a sore on the back of the ear (that was not what was hurting her). He then said to make an appointment on with Dr. Wingert for the next week. So that's what I did.

Next appointment with Dr. Wingert was horrible. He took my dog around the corner for her bandage change and she yelped, howled, whined, etc. It was horrible. I know it probably wasn't a comfortable thing, but to let her do that and be in that much pain made me sick. Finally he brought her back after 10 minutes, with blood all over her, and she looked stunned. I plopped her in my car, sobbed, and threw up out the window (I don't handle animals in pain well).

On my drive home I called my usual vet who I love more than life itself. I just couldn't afford to have this procedure done with her there. I was sobbing and he told me to bring her in. I did...and the rest is the most horrific thing I've experienced in my life. My vet took off her bandage and was stunned. I've never seen him look upset before, and he did this time. He told me to come look and I couldn't so he described it to me. Dr. Wingert had lacerated my dogs ear during the surgery (not what he was supposed to do) and didn't stitch it and it was openly bleeding and mangled. I never would've known, as he wasn't honest with me about his error!!! So he had to fix that. Then the worst part. Dr. Wingert apparently rolled up a paper towel, wrapped it in tape and shoved it down her ear canal and then tightly bandaged the ear. This was causing her EXCRUCIATING pain!!! Again, I never would've known this if I had not taken her to my regular vet.

I also had the records sent over from BAC. No mention of her being on prednisone, but it didn't mention NSAID given to client. My vet didn't know if this was given post-surgery so I had to monitor her water intake to make sure the kidneys were okay. I think we are in the clear there. I took her back this week to my regular vet for a checkup and the surgery area is healing, but the part where they lacerated her ear and mangled it was infected. So now she's on hardcore antibiotics.

She seems to be a happy dog again. Her head is still wrapped, she has to wear a soft cone, she's on antibiotics and no longer on pain meds. That said - BAC could've killed my dog. BAC tortured my dog! BAC acted negligently when lacerating her ear and not telling me. BAC committed animal abuse by shoved a rolled up paper towel wrapped in tape down her ear canal.

I beg you..stay away from here. I understand the appeal of low cost vet care. However, my low cost vet care has now cost me an additional $438 and counting.

Mile High Pizza Pie was absolutely my favorite place to eat....a year ago! Sadly a year ago I left my downtown Denver job and hadn't been back until today. It was soooo upsetting. Their food (pizza, salad & garlic twists) are still freaking amazing, but the service has changed. I love the girl who worked the cash register before. She was wonderful, kind, remembered me and was just fun to talk to. I really enjoyed the atmosphere, the cooks and the owner.

Today I went there with a friend and got my usual, which still ruled. We had to wait a bit for a table, as if you go at noon the place is packed - so you either get it to go or you wait. We waited. While waiting I was watching the gal giving the meals to people. She was super unfriendly (smile please), ask if people are satisfied, etc. I watched one person ask for another meal and she got incredibly snooty and rolled her eyes and she walked away and sighed. I noticed it and those around me noticed it. What happened to the cheery staff of last year? We got a table, got our food and the gal was nice enough, but not helpful...she didn't bring my silverware (like they used to).

The gal at the register took my order. I said "a piece of cheese pizza, a salad without onions, with Italian dressing and a soda." Then she proceeded to say - "what did you want again" and made me go through my order twice. It was NOT that hard of an order. She acted more annoyed to be working then having customer service. I'm nice, I'm chipper, I smile...I didn't get one smile or thank you or how can we help you or how was everything...while I was there. This is a hugeee change from a year ago.

I still love you Mile High Pizza Pie, but bring back your awesome customer service...please.

Best waxing experience of my life. Seriously! I was sick of going to my usual waxing place in DTC & LoDo, because I wasn't happy with the service and the people there. So last night I found myself Googling waxing in my area and Aurora Waxing Salon came up. I got an appointment for today (I called this morning) and there I was at 11:00 a.m. She has a price list on her website - completely reasonable!!!!

Jennifer is the owner and the one who did my brow and lip wax. I felt like I had known her forever!!! The room was beautiful and clean and I felt completely comfortable. She used a gentle honey wax on me and chatted with me the entire time. It was nearly pain free (well the lip hurt a little, but not bad). My eye brows look fabulous, like really, really fabulous.

She also does facials, massage and teeth whitening. All which I intend on giving a try. I also talked with her about my struggles with adult acne. First thing she asked is "Do you drink milk?" Yes, yes I do drink milk - in my coffee, I eat string cheese, I like sour cream and she suggested that be the culprit leading to my acne issues. Why has nobody suggested this before? Not even my doctor!!! So I'm going dairy free for awhile and keeping my fingers crossed. The fact that she took the time to talk to me about my struggles and give me such a logical (and scientifically proven) suggestion that nobody else has just gives me the warm fuzzies.

She also sells high end facial stuff by Bioelements.

I could've stayed there all day chatting with her. I really want to book a facial and a massage ASAP.

Go here, you will love it and love her..I promise!

Note: She only accepts cash or check. No credit card...so plan accordingly!

I am officially lasered! I was scared, real scared, because I'm fair skinned and burn easily. I just knew I'd be like those horrific pictures you see on Google of lasering gone terribly wrong. Thankfully, that was not the case and was only a tad bit red right after the procedure.

The gal who did my procedure (I feel horrible for not remembering her name - she was young, tan and had more hair than I have ever seen - I'm a tad bit jealous) was absolutely wonderful. She was calming and answered all my questions, and I was probably overly chatty due to being nervous, but she didn't seem to mind. The place is clean and the procedure room was bright, nice and comfortable. The lasering itself probably took no more than 8 minutes. I will say it isn't pain free, and it feels just like a hot rubberband snapping you (as she told me it could feel like). That said, I'm heavily tattooed, so nothing pain wise compares to that. Plus the procedure was so quick, I didn't really even think about it. The worst part? The smell of burning hair...ewwwww!

It has been a little over a week since I was there. I followed the aftercare and did sit with an ice bag on the various lasered parts the first night, but I was probably being a little bit overly dramatic. The hair is falling out as it should be. Nothing weird to report.

I go back in 5 weeks (4 weeks now) for round 2. It's not cheap, so it is nice to save up in between appointments.

I am a fan!

I don't really know how this place could get a bad review. I will start out first with the service. Might be some of the best customer service of any fast(er) food restaurant I've ever been to. I've been to many Wahoo's and this one is by far the most spectacular as far as customer service goes. From the people behind the counter, to the people who checked on me twice to make sure I was satisfied at my table (which I had giant mouthfuls of fish tacos each time the person came by - not hot). I also enjoy not having to bus my own table. It isn't laziness but I have a trash can phobia, and I always end up throwing my food along with a personal item away (phone, keys, etc.) when I throw my own stuff away. Scatter brain!

The fish tacos are spectacular! I always get a #2, grilled fish tacos, brown rice and black beans. If I could survive off eating only this I probably would. All the food is incredibly fresh, the presentation is wonderful, it isn't too spicy, the fish is cooked perfectly (not crunchy or slimy) and whatever lettuce they use on their tacos is the most magical thing on the planet. It isn't lettuce but I honestly don't know what it is. It is wonderful and that is all I care about.

I go here every time I'm in Fort Collins. I will continue going here every time I'm in Fort Collins. I hope they continue to make wonderful food and have out of this world customer service. Awesome!

I came, I went, I saw....I didn't know what to expect. I've heard some of ladies I know mention H&M before, I've checked out stuff online, and I really didn't know what I was in for. I waited in line last night for about an hour, maybe a little more in the freezing cold. Finally, once in the store I didn't know which way to go, so I started towards the right and made my way to the second floor.

Throughout my shopping adventure I found myself saying....well this is hideous or yep, another article of clothing that is already falling apart. Everyone to me described H&M is a better quality Forever 21 with similar pricing. I found the quality about the same. Many shirts I found were frayed or had little holes. That said, I'm not a huge Forever 21 fan except for accessories and "fun" clothes that I can wear to shows.

Don't even get me started on the sizing. I wear a 10 or 12, and clearly some of the 10 or 12 sizes at H&M are 6 or 8. Whoa! I tried on a mini skirt and it didn't cover much more than underwear. I'm sorry, but not all woman are 5'5"....some of us are tall (5'9" here).

Staff was clearly exhausted, and didn't have enough people to help everyone that needed help. Everyone seemed nice though. I didn't even attempt the fitting room as the line was incredibly long. I hated that the first floor check out area was in the accessories area, as I completely missed this part, but refused to lose my place in the check out line from hell.

What did I buy - 2 shirts and one fake leather dress. I'm probably taking the dress back, because upon trying it on the seams aren't straight (another quality issue). Would I shop there again? Likely, for something cheap for a show or an event. Would I stand in line for this place ever again - HELL NO!

The best part of the whole shopping experience was the very cool Versace for H&M bag they put my stuff in. The bag is gorgeous as far as bags go, and this was honestly the highlight of my trip. Oh and the Robot guy out front making everyone laugh. That was cool.

H&M just isn't all that...I will stick with the Nordstrom Rack.

I recently started going to this 24 Hour Fitness, because the City of Denver decided to dramatically raise their recreation center prices and 24 Hour Fitness is now substantially cheaper. I'm not going to pay an arm and a leg for a local recreation center that has subpar machines and you still have to pay for classes.

This 24 Hour Fitness is GORGEOUS inside. The locker rooms / restrooms are incredibly clean and safe. The entire facility is new. The staff is very helpful and courteous. The machines are all new and they have some fancy one's for sure. I love them. They are all smooth feeling and actually work!!! I've done two classes so far and they both were excellent, and I'm still sore.

I'd highly recommend this facility for anyone in Green Valley Ranch (where I live), as it's a super short commute, open daily, clean, and a lot cheaper than our local recreation center!

I'm a hair salon snob. I usually only go to local places that aren't chains, and end up paying an arm and a leg. Today was a different day, as I had seen some cute hair done by Taylor who works here. I like fun hair - not a soccer mom do, and either people can do it correctly or they can't. There really isn't a middle ground. Well, I had Taylor do my hair today and she did it absolutely perfect. It looks fabulous. On the way home I kept checking it out in the mirror and thinking that it looks pretty damn awesome.

Great Clips has a bad reputation, because there really are some great stylists at these places. Taylor is one of those people! She is fabulous. So not only do I have super cute hair right now, but so do some other people that I've seen that go to her. I never thought I'd be saying I will go back to a franchise to get my hair done, but I will be going back to this Great Clips to have my hair done again by Taylor. She rules, my hair rules.

Two thumbs up. Oh and they don't charge an arm and a leg. So ha, I got cute hair and don't have to get a second job just to have my hair look fabulous!!!

Stopped here as we were flying down the road from the airport to Arkansas. Didn't quite realize that it was actually in the hotel, and in order to get through it had to walk through people smoking at slot machines.

Toby Keith's was very clean and the waitresses were wonderful. I never had an empty glass of water or soda, and we were definitely taken care of. I had fried shrimp with mashed potatoes and it was so, so good. The potatoes are to die for. That said, for two people it was nearly $40, which I found to be a bit ridiculous. I mean the portions were huge, but not worth $20 per person (that included soda and a light appetizer).

Would I go back? Probably not. Only reason is because it was expensive, and I could find food just as great for half the price at a local BBQ joint.

Pork butt anyone? No really, that is on the menu! Being a non-meat eater trying to find non-meat meals in Arkansas was a wee bit hard. I came to the conclusion nearly every BBQ joint has shrimp or catfish - two things I was willing to eat.

Tower BBQ is the real deal. Looks a wee bit run down in & out, but the food is absolutely wonderful. It's the type of place that the locals go and when you walk in everyone stares at you for a moment, smiles and then keeps eating. Also, the portions were huge and under $10!

I will be back in Siloam Springs for business, and you can bet I will be coming back to Tower.