Yorkville Animal Hospital

Reviews 9

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Renee Cassis

These are awful people. I had been taking my dog to them for seveal years but had real problems with Dr. Melzers terrible attitude. Dr. Higgins suggested he take over my case. I didnt feel right, but agreed and we continued going there. My dog has been declining recently (shes 16) and yesterday i took her in telling him that i thought it was time to put her to sleep. she seemed in pain, was dioriented, hadnt eaten in days,etc. etc. Shes been there recetnly for blood tests, had a history of urine crystals, so we were anticipating kidney failure at some point. Anyway, he recommended we run more tests($$$) and wait a day. In the afternoon, i went out and left my daughter with the dog. she called to tell me the dog was getting worse... she wasnt walking at all and was howling. i immediately called dr. higgins who said it was separation anxiety. i told him i didnt think so.... she needed to be let go. i asked for painkillers at least and he gave me tranquilizes for her. it continue to ge worse. i called again and told him the dog looked dead. she was making groaning noises and her head kept falling back.. it was pathetic. He said let her go in her sleep and that these were "sleep" noises, that she wasnt in pain... just scared. i told him i disagreed, but followed his advice. Cllose to 6pm,, i called the office again becaue it was unberaerable.. it was so sad and now the dog was screamng (if a dog can scream). Higgins was gone so meltzer got on the phone. she said she could hear the dog and thought it was proabably best to put her to sleep, but since no one had asked her, it wasnt her fault and she was going home so the dog jsut had to wait until 9am the next day. She said technician had gone home and she couldnt inject the dog by herself. (really?) i was so upset... i immediately took the dog to the aspca where they took one look at her and immediately recommended euthanasia. they said she looked like shed been convulsing all afternoon and thats what the howling and screaming were. She deserved a better death than from these people... STay away

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Emma Cunningham

From the bottom of my heart I cannot thank these guys enough for helping my kitten pull through a life-threatening phase of illness. From babyhood to adulthood, Dr Schoen has been available by phone and in person to look after our wee Elton. Yes, the clinic is clean, friendly, and professional...the same could be said of all top vets... but what sets these doctors apart is the attention that they give to their patients: when Ive passed Elton into their care I havent had the usual anxiety that he might end up neglected and in a crate. After tests at the clinic, Elton is brought back to me chirpy and unphased. Having had far to much experience at vet clinics in the uk whilst caring for a young FIV+ cat I had lost confidence in finding a vet doc who cared and wasnt simply wiped out by the pressure of work. Animals cannot talk for themselves, so I have to do my best to express Eltons thanks (i.e. wax lyrical online). I write this review after a years experience with Yorkville. Im moving back to my hometown (London, UK) at the end of the month, and Ill consider myself very lucky if I can find a vet doctor half as good. If you love your pet, be confident that they are in great hands with this team. As a small neighbourhood business, this is a gem. Give them your support and they will give your pets health and happiness.

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Cecilia Ortega

I went with my dog for a check up and they charge me 100 dlls and the doctor even touch my dog. I also wait for 1.30 for them to give a Health certificate. The health certificate charge me twice the price that I have been paying for. I think there is more doctors with better ethic

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A Private User

Yorkville animal hospital is the best vets Ive found in Manhattan,Dr.Higgins & Dr.Meltzer are wonderful . Theyve taken great care of Petey, my pugle since he was a puppy.I know when I take him there that hes treated with tlc by a great staff & excellent vets.j.w.

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A Private User

I brought my poodle pup here for his routine beginning shots and check-up. Everyone was courteous, professional and nice. Dr. T was very loving and spent lots of time with my boy. They oohed and ahed over him too, which definitely gave me a boost.

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Andrew Torpie

The veterinarians at this animal hospital truly care about all of the animals that come through their doors. The vets listen, and dont try pushing unnecessary products on you, and vets are also very friendly, patient, and caring for the animals.

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Nikhil Phadnis

Great care, slightly overpriced and exhaustive (they try to upsell you a lot) but if you want to make sure your pets get quality treatment and care, this is the place.

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James Harling

A fantastic, and caring vet practice after going once Ive never considered another place on the upper east side

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Bonnie Pfeifer Evans

Great service and great follow up. Very knowledgable.

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