Farmington Animal Hospital

204 Farmington Ave, Farmington, CT 06032, USA

Category:	Animal Hospital
Address:	204 Farmington Ave, Farmington, CT 06032, USA
Phone:	+1 860-677-4400
Site:	fahct.com
Rating:	4.4
Working:	8AM–7PM 8AM–7PM 8AM–7PM 8AM–7PM 8AM–7PM 8AM–1PM 5–6PM

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Jane Latus

Fantastic animal hospital. We would all be lucky to have our own doctors take care of us as professionally as Dr. Ducor and his staff do our pets. He has taken spectacular care of our 3 dogs and 8 cats over the years, treating them for everything from minor to serious issues, and figuring out some perplexing problems. I first went to this animal hospital because it was convenient to my work, and although I long since moved and there are several other vets closer to home, I would never switch hospitals. They are highly accommodating to owners, reliable, loving, and thorough. Our first dog was a puppy when one of my children accidentally slammed his leg in a car door when getting out of the car. We piled back into the car and drove straight to the animal hospital, calling to say we were on our way. Dr. Ducor was waiting for us in the waiting room, examined the pup, determined there was no serious or lingering damage and that she would soon be fine with no intervention, and sent us home without even a charge for the visit. Other trips there of course were not such happy outcomes, and when our animals grew old and we had to make decisions on tests and treatment, Dr. Ducor always thoroughly explained the possibilities and options. He is always cognizant of the financial costs and most of all what is in your pets best interest.

david thorgalsen

Don, thanks for helping us with Chance. Had we come to you first there may have been some hope for him. I visited 3 other vets before going to Don. The other vets were way off on their diagnosis/guesses. Don spent almost 45 minutes asking questions, studying the dog, and came to the conclusion that there was an inner ear problem. He asked me to try antibiotics while he studied other cases with similar situations. It was an unusual case for the dog to be stumbling randomly and falling and scratching/shaking his ears. Ten days later the antibiotics hadnt made any difference. Don had studied and consulted with his associates. He determined he would try to drain the inner ear by puncturing the eardrum. He found no fluid there because it had calcified. The next step was going to be very expensive and we declined for budgetary reasons. Don was able to diagnose the situation on the first visit and did his homework for us to be ready for the second visit. If I had seen Don at the first sign of Chances problem there may have been a better outcome. The other vets did not have the time to care to help. They were too eager to keep us coming back for more office visits, etc. I found Don compassionate toward Chance and considerate and caring toward me and my wallet. Don is a skilled vet who cares!!

A Private User

I recently relocated and and took my new puppy here for her first vet visit, and was also looking for a new animal hospital for my cat due to the move. I was thoroughly unimpressed with Farmington Animal Hospital. The vet techs were very friendly, but the doctor was condescending and impersonal. We went in the middle of the day on a weekday and there was not ONE other person there besides us, and we waited in the exam room for a half hour before the doctor finally came in. He was very unhelpful in answering my general questions. When I asked him how much I should be feeding her, instead of answering my question, he tried to sell me on a specific brand of pet food, which they clearly sell through the animal hospital. The inside of the building itself was very old, and seemed unclean. I would not recommend this animal hospital.

Anita Coughlin

Dr. Ducor and his staff are taking great care of our 12 year old Golden Retriever, Prince. We were unaware before meeting with Dr. Ducor how much our dog was in pain and how it was hindering his activity level. Our pet has been more comfortable, playful and loving since starting on the Rimadyl that Dr. Ducor recommended for the arthritis in his hips. These days he acts more like the adorable puppy that we remember. We know that Prince will be monitored periodically to be sure that these meds continue to be what is best or him. We are confident that in his older years, our loyal friend is receiving the best care that we can obtain for him. Thank you, Dr. Ducor and staff, for providing the excellent care that Prince truly deserves.

Mark Tyszka

Dr. Ducor and his staff are the best! I have a frisky, energetic, 17-year-old Shih-Tzu named Bunny, whose long life and good heath are the direct result of the excellent care received from the Famrmington Animal Hospital. Dr. Ducor takes his time to do thorough exams, asks a lot of questions, and always answers my concerns about my dogs care, both during the exam, and as questions may come up between exams. The staff is always very polite and helpful. You will not find better vet care anywhere! I give Dr. Ducor and the Farmington Animal Hospital an A++ ! --Mark Tyszka, West Hartford

Harry Marsh

I have been to many vets over the years and Dr. Ducor and his staff are by far the best and most competent I have used. Dr. Ducor spends a lot of time with you and your pet. He asks a lot of questions and does the most complete examination of your pet I have ever seen. This combination of questioning and examination allows him to make the most competent diagnosis possible. He then gives you not only the best treatment option, but also discusses other possible options. This allowed me to decide which is best based on cost and risks. We obviously love our pets and so does Dr. Ducor.

A Private User

i took my eleven year old dog to dr.ducor of farmington animal hosp,i was overcharged on several visits. he yelled at me for asking for a written rx.so i couldpurchase it on line. flat out told me i would have to pay more in office visits as i was putting him out of bussiness by not buying my products fromhim. he refused to cooperate with petmeds in getting my rx.filled. he was very unproffesionalevery time we saw him.

First Class Pet Services

The staff is very kind and professional. Our pet sitting client asked us to bring in their elderly cat for his check-up and the staff was very sweet and thoughtful. Outstanding service, highly recommended!

Sarah Reiner

My family and I have been using this vet for years. Great service and Dr. Ducor is very knowledgable. I know my animals are in good hands

Kevin Downey

We have been taking our Shih Tzu here since the beginning of 2015 and have been very satisfied with our experience so far.