Gast Veterinary Hospital

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Robert Tomsich

We recently had to take my dog "Coco" to Gast for an emergency. He was attacked by a coyote we believe. When we arrived the girl at the front desk, was very comforting and after observing her with other animals, we knew we were in the right place. We then were introduced to Dr. Barringer. She was very calm listening to all my concerns and assured me they were going to help my Coco but also not just start spending money. After examining him, she came to us and stated we needed x-rays. They stitched up what needed to be and realized his hip was dislocated. She attempted to put in back in place but it popped right out. She gave us an excellent recommendation of an Orthopedic Dr. and even called and spoke with Dr herself. She explained about money and really had my Coco and our best interest. Ive taken my dog to his normal vet to have shots and so forth and hes always very nervous when we go. Here he was as cool as could be. The whole staff was incredibly helpful, upfront and very knowledgeable. Although its a business, you can tell these people love animals and would never do anything unnecessary just for the money. I 100% would refer anyone there. Great people and Im glad to say we took Coco to the Orthopedic Dr and the surgery was a success. This very tramatic experience led us to finding a great Vet that Coco will go from now on. Thank you Gast Animal Hospital! Best Regards, Rob and Darlene Tomsich

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Michael Osterfeld

I went to this place since I moved to Valpo and adopted my dogs. I forgot my wallet the last time I was there. I later sent a check (which I verified did go out) and that was the last time I heard of it. This was probably over 6 months ago. I got a call today from Dr. Gast making all kinds of threats, talking about collections, and just making accusations to start off without even asking what was going on. Her tone was condescending and put upon to say the least. She was very rude. I had switched vets a few months ago because every time I go there I am stuck with a different person or doctor and the people helping out seem like they are out of high school and dont know much. So much so that I now drive over 45 minutes to the vet that my dogs went to as a kid. Great place. I do not recommend Gast Animal Hospital. A simple phone call letting me know that a check had not been received would have gotten the same result; a new check sent out. Her rudeness and assumptions about one of her customers was shocking to say the least.

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Randy Hall

Our puppy has a severe large breed dog disease (HOD) that, if left untreated or misdiagnosed, ends in either death or severe joint issues and dwarfism. Dr. Gast misdiagnosed our dog twice, the first time filling him full of fluids, cleaning his ears & sending us home. The second visit included much of the same with some blood work and a worthless (unreadable) x-ray. On the third visit, even with the blood work results back and after we had told her what we thought was wrong (and were correct) Dr. Gast still was not prescribing the correct treatment which was high doses of a steroid. She had no idea what to do and wouldnt listen to us. Fortunately, we took our dying dog to McAfee who listened, diagnosed and treated him correctly. Hes a happy, healthy 6 months old now. And even though Dr. Gast did nothing to help (thats putting it nicely) she still charged us more then McAfee EVEN AFTER giving us some of the $$$ back. And weve heard other, similar stories. Shorewood residents (and anyone else) do not use Gast Animal Hospital.

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Dana Behler

We absolutely love the staff here. Our dog has diabetes, and Drs. Gast & Barringer have been wonderful helping to keep his condition under control. Dr. Gast goes out of her way to call and check on him, and he has totally bonded with Dr. Barringer. Whenever I have had a question they take the time to discuss things with me, not just tell me what to do. We are very pleased with the attention and care our animals receive here.

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jessica sunblade

Gast animal hospital is amazing. The staff is very friendly and helpful. The office is clean. Dr. Gast is an wonderful. Jade, the family labrador, is 14 and a diabetic. Dr. Gast has thorough knowledge and years of experience working with animals, and demonstrated that while working with Jade. I dont honestly have enough good things to say. If you live in Northwest Indiana, this is the vet I would ever go to.

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Laurie Ott

We go to Gast Animal Hospital because they take the time and make the effort to find out whats really going on with our pets. They are our best friends and we want the best for them. We get that at Gast Animal Hospital. We have NOT gotten that at any place else in town.

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