Clearview Animal Hospital

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Duncan Bartok

Our dogs have been patients of Dr. Black since 2000 (14 years). Clearview was referred by a veterinary technician friend who worked at a different practice but took her animals to Clearview. The most amazing aspect of the practice is quality veterinary care at reasonable prices. The patients are not paying for unnecessary extras or fancy advertising or services. Nevertheless, the facilities are first rate and the care is excellent, caring, diligent, and knowledgeable. When our first dog was at the end of her life, Dr. Black was incredibly helpful, comforting, and careful. Our dog had developed a huge tumor and was bleeding internally and totally listless. Dr. Black listened to my personal dilemma concerning the huge financial costs to attempt to treat the tumor long term. After much consideration, I decided to take her to the specialists he recommended for a consult. I was literally weeping and sobbing uncontrollably each time I spoke with Dr. Black, and he took the time to answer all my questions, financial and medical, and to help me through the difficult time. Clearview is committed to caring for their patients with quality care with an eye to keeping the costs reasonable. I dont know how any service could be any better.

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emma P

I have been using their services for more than 5 years for the routine exams (vaccination, teeth cleaning and for a minor localized skin infection). I thought Dr. Black and Anderson were nice friendly people for the visits in the past. Now my oldest dog has an endocrine problem, I reassess Dr. Andersons competency to treat my dog. Disrespectful to me as a owner who raised 3 dogs by walking them about a mile for the past 7/12 years (360 days out 365 days) safely is not a novice dog trainer. I am humble about my knowledge because there is always more to learn. When my oldest dog who was nothing but a nurturing and loving dog to her pack suddenly develops an aggression, I would suspect a physiological reason would be on the top of the list for possible reasons. My computer screen is full of my dogs pictures for the last 7/1/2 years, documenting their developments and Kodak moments. For a complicated issue, I will go elsewhere. Finally, I would like to add that their senior/veteran technician Maggie is an asset to the Clearview clinic. She helped me on the phone for an emergency situation when the clinic was busy.

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Adele Fazzone

Dr. Kim Anderson is the most knowledgeable and compassionate veterinarian Ive ever had the honor to work with. My great pyrenees was born with a blood disorder quite rare in dogs; though when it happens to humans it is called hemophilia which means that when you start bleeding, it is very hard to stop the bleeding. Dr. Anderson figured this out with my Emmalee when she was about 10 weeks old and I brought her for her first shots and wellness exam and to be microchipped. Dr. Andersons insight was commendable. Over many years she provided the BEST healthcare and genuine love to my dog. I really dont know if we could have had the wonderful years together without Dr. Andersons help. This week we had to say goodbye to Emmalee, and Dr. Anderson helped us both through that with the most love and compassion Ive ever seen from a Vet; and it is difficult to express just how much gratitude that I feel toward Dr. Anderson. I recommend her beyond what any words can convey. She is just the best Vet anyone (and more importantly any pet) could possible hope for.

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Cathy Herholdt

I am so grateful for the wonderful care my cat received this week at Clearview Animal Hospital. We also brought our St. Bernard here for 10 years until he passed away. Our cat has been healthy for 5 years so rarely needed to be seen by a vet. But last weekend he had to be seen by an emergency vet for a blocked urinary tract and bladder stones. It was outrageously expensive and they recommended immediate surgery for an additional $3,000 to $4,000. I had my cat transferred to Clearview Monday morning. Dr. Black considered all the options, starting with determining the type of stones. It turns out, the struvite crystals in my cats urine can be dissolved with diet changes. No surgery needed. Dr. Black kept my cat for several days, monitoring his urine output via a catheter, controlling his pain, and giving him fluid. He was so kind to me and thorough and gentle with my cat. Total cost for 3 days in the hospital, IV fluids, medication, prescription food, and excellent care? $220. Thank you Dr. Black and the entire staff at Clearview!

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A Private User

I have been a pet owner for my entire life. I just had a visit with Dr. Kim Anderson and it is by far the worst expereince I have ever had with a vet. She seemed to be a nice person but her inability to handle my dog was shocking to me. I am the owner of a terrier that gets nervous and snappy when visiting the vet. This has never been an issue with previous vets who have had the knowledge and training to deal with nervous dogs. Dr. Anderson was unable to restrain my dog and complete the full examination. I tried to help her but my assistance was not enough. I even tried to explain what other vets had done in the past but she was still unable to conduct the exam. To top it off she still charged me the full amount for an incomplete exam. My dog was a little snappy but by no means ferocious. The front desk staff were also quite unpleasant. I would never recommend this business.

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Janine Kelly

I have brought my dogs to Drs. Anderson and Black for quite some time and have always been happy. Recently I had a young dog develop lung cancer. She began showing signs on a Friday and we had to put her to sleep on Monday. We went to Dr. Black and he treated us with such respect and compassion. He allowed me to hold her in my arms as she passed away. After she finally did pass away he took her into his arms, held her like a baby and told her it was okay and that she was loved and would be missed. Six months later we adopted a small terrier. We brought him to Dr. Anderson and she took the time to teach us how to train him to be calm when having his nails trimmed, being groomed, etc. I cant say enough good things about these Drs.

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A Private User

My regular veterinarian was not able to attend to my cats needs right away so I chose Clearview as my alternate. Kelli was able to get my cat in to see Dr. Black within just a 1/2 hour (amazing!!) to attend to her needs straight away. My cat usually has a very bad attitude when it comes to vets but with Dr. Black I saw a whole new side to her personality. My cat was very comfortable with Dr. Black - he was kind, gentle and professional and my cat responded to that very well. Thank you Clearview Animal Hospital!!

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Patti Saunders

Weve taken our pets to Clearview Animal Hospital for years. The care from Dr. Black and this clinic has always made us grateful to have them and their skilled care nearby. They are always our first choice. For ongoing treatments the staff or Dr. Black will call to ask about our cat or dogs progress. Their concern is always primarily for the well being of the animal. I cant say enough about the value of having such an animal advocate for a vet.

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