Amboy Avenue Animal Hospital

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Dana Quinn

1.0 star rating 2/14/2014 Dr. Murtha and her assistant totally bullied me into giving my cat a blood test and X-ray ($455.)to see if my cat had some underlying reason for throwing up, even though my cat had just had a rabies shot and was sick from that day forward. I read it was common after a rabies shot for sensitive cats, which my cat had a history of. I brought my 6 mo. old cat to see her, my cat was not eating for a week following a rabies shot and being neutered, but because my cat was extremely active and playful I thought she would start eating. No food for 4 days and then tried eating for two but kept throwing up. I went to see Dr. Murtha for an anti- vomiting shot which she gave and it worked immediately. She sold me additional medicine which was a waste of money $66I actually never even used it, she said it will promote eating and that he had a slight low grade fever. Soon as my cat started eating, right there in her office, he was fine. I hung out for at least a half hour after he ate and he never threw up again. Cost of Original office visit was $62. and anti-vomiting shot $44. thats the total amount I should have spent there. She is a Criminal and should be arrested for being a con artist and thief. I spent a total of $510.

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Ravit Duncan

We first used this vet for our cat who was really sick. The vet indicated that she did not think the cat is likely to recover (she was super sensitive and respectful in delivering the news). The cat was very young so we opted to try and treat her anyway and ended up taking the cat to a full service animal hospital (over the weekend as this vet was closed) and spending a very large amount of money. The cat unfortunately died about 10 days after the initial diagnosis. We should have listened to the vet here (would have saved a lot of heart ache and funds). We now have this vet see our two dogs as well and our new cat. They are super nice, have never been rude, and are extremely flexible. We have never had a problem getting a quick appointment (which was not the case with our former vet at a much larger facility). Our cat and dogs love them.

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TheSerce80

This was an horrible experience for me. People who pick up the phone and entire office staff was so rude. They dont greet or answer your questions like human being, they dont look at your face and they treat customers like dirt. I have 2 dogs and they are big part of our family. I went there to get my puppy spayed but in the day of surgery i had to walk out because i couldnt leave my baby in their hands. Doctor Murtha doesnt know what she is doing, she is incompetent and very disrespectful. I m not even sure if she is certified vet. I m assuming people who answers the phone are all junkies, this woman with blue hair was absolutely unprofessional and she was abusive to me and my husband. THIS IS A NOTE FOR ALL THE ANIMAL LOVERS: I DONT RECOMMEND THIS PLACE WHAT SO EVER, PLEASE DONT GO THERE, DONT LEAVE YOUR FUR BABIES ON THEIR HANDS.

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Regina Corsi

The staff was very kind to my dog and to me. However, I felt pushed into doing tests and getting meds that I didnt understand and found out later from other vets, that I didnt even need. The pricing for everything was ridiculously high and I believe this Vet is in it for the money, firstly. I actually felt a little scammed. So, if you dont care about spending large amounts of money on things that are not necessary but are still good for your pet(not necessary) then fine. I am sure you can trust your pet with Dr.Murtha, I would. But, certainly not my wallet.

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Olivia DeRosa

I dont know where the bad reviews are coming from... The doctor is amazing. She wouldnt let my cat get fixed because she had a cold. To me that proves that this place is not all about the money. My dog and cat get great care here and I have never felt pressured into paying for any extra services. The area is expensive in general so yes this place is a little up there in price, but in my opinion it is worth it for the quality of care.

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Patricia Morris

I appreciate the staff for fitting me in for 2 emergency visits within 2 weeks though I had not used this facility in the past for veterinary care for my cat. I prefer the minimal use of medication and testing. I was able to negotiate with them regarding treatments provided. I found the vet tech Mary to be particularly helpful.

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Darth Donohue

Over priced, did not let us know estimate my regular vet would have charged me a 1/4 of what they charged. Cost was over 1,000$ not including board.

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Patt Ferrari

Dr Murtha & her staff are very knowledgeable,and care as much for your welfare as they do for your pet.

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