Endicott Animal Hospital

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Eithne-Nicole Kechari

Updated 6.2.14: Weve been using Endicott Animal Hospital since my previous review. Weve added a former foster cat to our home after my other cat passed on. Weve been seeing both Dr. W and Dr. Sickles who is new at the practice. Overall, still very positive experiences. The Drs, the desk staff, and the techs all treat our animals and ourselves with respect. Weve had to make multiple trips out due to the newest cat having a urinary block issue. Dr W got Henry in that morning and by the afternoon we knew hed be in overnight. The bill was not nearly as bad as I thought it would be, primarily because he ended up not needing surgery. I still recommend them to everyone I meet who is looking for a vet. Previous review: Dr. W and his staff are fantastic, knowledgeable and dont pull any punches. I have two dogs, an elderly cat and my housemates have two cats and chickens. Dr W has looked over and cared for all our critters - even the guinea fowl that my dogs thought were toys (and arent). Even though hes been very upfront about what he does and doesnt know about the fowl, hes cared for the bird calmly and patiently (and she seems to be making a good recovery more than a week after the accident). I really recommend this vet and havent had any issues with them - Dr. W used to be very gruff but I think it had a lot to do with how little I *knew* about taking care of pets. Hes really there for the animals, not my feelings (and since Im paying them to take care of my pets and not my feelings, Im okay with that) - but that said, hes still fantastic and has gotten less gruff over the years.

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A Private User

I agree with all of the other reviews here. We had been taking our two dogs and two cats to another vet for all of their routine checks. One of our dogs, however, had to go to Cornell for a week at one point. Anyway, I had to take my cat in for an emergency. When I called Dr. W, he called me back within 5 minutes. Although his attitude towards me on the phone was less then professional (so I had thought), I sucked it up and took my cat there anyway. It was late - about 10:30 PM. I arrived at the office promptly, and Dr. W was already there. The doors were unlocked, and the lights were on. I entered with my cat in a crate and broke down immediately. Dr. W took us right into the exam room. He did a few things to my cat and ultimately diagnosed him. He was professional the whole time even though I was a complete basketcase. He said that he would perform his surgery right away. The entire time I was in tears. Dr. W was very knowledgable and direct. He didnt beat around the bush, and I really appreciate that. As other people have written - he cares more about the animal then my feelings, but I wouldnt have it any other way. He also called me after my cats surgery - at almost 1 AM, which I am so appreciative of! All in all, if you want someone who knows what theyre doing, I recommend Dr. W 100%. If you need someone to hold your hand through it and care more about you then your animal, Dr. W may not be for you. Me personally? I want someone who will do whatever it takes to save my animals. Dr. W is top notch, and we will be switching all of our animals over to him.

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Amanda Blake

I will never go back. I went there 3 times for my kittens first 3 vaccines and my 1st and 3rd visits were absolutely horrible. I thought it couldnt get any worse than the first visit when there was a brand new assistant who didnt know what she was doing or how to restrain a 2lb kitten. But I was wrong. My 3rd visit was 10 times worse. I left in tears. The doctor took the kitten from the assistant, who was in training, because he didnt like the way she was restraining the kitten. He took the kitten and was completely choking him. Ive never seen a cat turn purple. He wasnt meowing because he couldnt breathe but his mouth was wide open and his nose, lips, and tongue were PURPLE. I asked the doctor to please let go of him because he wasnt breathing, and he said no. I have had cats my whole life but never in 33 years have I seen a vet have to physically choke a 4lb kitten until he is not breathing and turning purple! And I completely understand that kittens/cats dont like getting shots and they may scream in their loudest meow, but this was much worse. I also have never felt the need to intervene with the vet when my animals have gone to see them, even though sometimes it is painful because of how loud they can meow. But today, I had to. Do yourself a favor and go someplace else.

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naomi schlacter

This veterinary hospital is a joke, the doctor is extremely offensive and will take any chance to make you look like a fool. The doctors social skills are horrible, he is extremely rude and makes the whole visit feel like a waste of money. i took my dogs there for on two different occasions and ended up switching vets soon after. Every time i asked a question, the doctor replied with impatience and was extremely condescending. He is extremely rough with handling animals (and i didnt expect hi to cuddle my dogs), hes just careless. Many of these reviews say the same things, his demeanor on the phone could use some improvement, and could his social skills. I do not expect for this review to be up for long, but if you get a chance to read this, before it is deleted, please think twice before going there. There are many veterinary hospital around the area which will take a better care of your furry friend, and better doctors who will educate you on your animals health, rather than belittle you.

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A Private User

My family had been taking our (late) yellow lab to Dr. Wilhelm since 1992, when she was only 6 weeks old- up until her passing in September 2007. Since she had some health issues (chronic ear infections and later in life growths that needed removal) we were a frequent visitor. Dr. Wilhelm is not like your pet, hes far from warm and fuzzy, however he has a very professional demeanor which some people may take as an "attitude". Hes a vet who knows his stuff. He works with Cornell Veterinary School (where hes an alum) and is very knowledgeable on the newest treatments and technology as well as whats tried and true. If you want the best care for your pet, this is definitely the place to go.

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Terri Coburn

My dog had been going to this vet for 3 years and when we had a medical emergency the staff told me it was not possible to see the doctor. The staff did not even give me options or refer me to another practice. Ultimately we ended up getting a referal from another vet practice to the Cornell Animal Hospital. Unfortnately due the amount of time it took to get our dog help her condition worsened and the wonderful staff at Cornell was not able to save her. The incompetence of the Endicott Animal Hospital staff and their unwilliness to help us ultimately led to the death of member of our family. Stay away from this practice.

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