| Alabama |
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East University Veterinary Hospital
Pete Marine, DVM (practice owner)
Kathy Tamblyn, DVM
1675 E University Dr
Auburn, AL 36830 Map
Phone: (334) 826-0360 |
This is a practice where you need to let the vets know that you want
to be aggressive in treating your animals, but they will definitely work
with you. Dr. Marine is more of a dog vet, and Dr. Tamblyn is more
interested in the cats (but they both take great care of all the animals).
They are very open to a discussion of treatments, but at this time do not
have BP monitoring equipment. We have a house full of cats, and over
the years we've grown ever more impressed with this practice -- they will
work with you money wise if you tell them up front you have to make payments.
They will gladly give you copies of your cats' labs, will call you and
return your calls. They don't rip you off on prescriptions, and will
write you a script for fluids and supplies from online once they realize
you are serious and knowledgeable about your cats. Tell them Shelly
and Frank recommended them!
Shelly Ducharme, PharmD,
Auburn, AL 5/30/06
I still highly recommend this practice -- these vets are
super nice people and they definitely do good work Shelly
Ducharme, PharmD, Auburn, AL 3/19/07 |
Galleria Animal Clinic
J. Allen Borden, DVM
2953 John Hawkins Pkwy (Highway 150)
Birmingham, AL 35244 Map
(205) 987-7297
fax (205) 987-7713
Reviews |
I would like to recommend Dr. Borden for inclusion in your vet.
listing. I do Persians and Dr. Borden has been my vet. for years.
He trained under John Nall, D.V.M. with Nall Animal Hospital in Birmingham,
AL until Dr. Nall retired and then he ventured out on his own. He
and his vet. staff are the most caring and knowledgeable people that I
have ever had the privilege of knowing and doing business with. Believe
me I have went through a bunch of vets over the years - trying to find
the "right"one - one that actually cares about the animals and is not just
in it for the money. He wants to know every minute detail of what
is going on with your animal and listens to everything you say about a
particular Persians' habits and/or symptoms and goes from there.
He greets the animal first, loving on them to reassure them that everything
is okay. He picks my Persians up and cradles them talking softly to them
for comfort sake - then asks questions about what is going on. I
have never had one of my Persians afraid of him or his staff because he
is so gentle with them. He is always open to suggestions if, you
find new information on any particular subject and is always willing to
go over the pros and cons with you. Every animal that I have seen
come though his office is treated as though they are the only animal in
the world. I have watched him and his staff greet numerous people
coming in and they always know the person's name, as well as the animal's
name which I find a very personal touch. His diagnosis' are always
right on target. He gets it right the first time! Thank you
for considering Dr. Borden. -- Brenda
Caudle -- 8/15/07 -- Tooliebouce
Persians |
Vestridge Animal Clinic
Dr. Anne England
1444 Montgomery Hwy
Vestavia Hills, AL 35216 Map
205- 822-0210
http://www.myvetonline.com/website/vestridgeac/
Reviews |
Dr. England helped us tremendously with our two aging cats -- one with
Pancreatitis, liver disease and a multitude of related problems, and one
with CRF and related problems. She is very knowledgeable in geriatric
care and very willing to work with you in order to figure out the best
course of action for your cat. Along with her knowledge she has a
heart of gold, rare to find this combination in vets these days.
Suzanne Elder -- 12/7/04 |
| Arizona |
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Dr. Marjorie L. Nard
3580 S. Vista Place
Chandler, AZ 85248-4381
Phone: 602-540-0838
Fax: 480-732-9061
Email: mlnard@aol.com
Holistic Mobile vet treating pets in the
Phoenix, AZ metropolitan area. |
Another friend recommended her and we began having our pets (3 cats
and 1 Golden Retriever) see her in the beginning of May 2006. She
has a wonderful manner with the pets as well as humans. Currently,
she is working with a vet Animal Hospital (University Veterinary Hospital
- see my 2nd vet/clinic recommendation below) to coordinate care and run
blood work. Our dog has begun having seizures and my 19 year old
kitty has hyperthyroidism and was just (on 6/20/06) possibly diagnosed
with Renal Failure. He had a quick and dramatic turn for some reason
and the kidneys are tired. With Dr. Nard being so mobile and
seeing patients as far out as Apache Junction (I live in the newly revitalized
part of South Phoenix), she advised having this partnership in case
a need to get the animals seen quickly would arise. She uses
Oriental treatments, Chinese Herbals, and shamanist methodologies as well.
She is very thorough, very easy to have rapport with, and open to dialogue.
She is very helpful in providing web sites that other clients have found
with better prices for buying any pre-packaged food they purchase, though
she strongly encourages minimal processed food of any kind. For the
occasions you might still need pre-packaged food, she has recommendations
for better food choices than what you will find at your local Petsmart.
I like the options presented by having a holistic vet working for my pets'
best interests. 7/1/06 - Pam Morrison Kellen |
Aspen Veterinary Clinic PC
7861 N Hwy 89
Flagstaff, AZ 86004 Map
(928) 526-2423
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Desert Mobile Veterinary Services
Karen Ivin Lyons, DVM
2021 E Amber Ln
Gilbert, AZ 85296
480-497-6362
Fax 480-497-3906 |
House calls, holistic vet practices TCM, acupuncture and allopathic
medicine as well. Dr. Ivin has extensive training in acupuncture and a
wonderful bedside manner. Many non-invasive procedures can be done
in your home as well since she has a portable anesthesia unit. Calico
has gained 2 pounds since we started seeing her. She also works a
lot with homeopathy and herbal remedies, but does not hesitate to use antibiotics
when necessary. I feel like we have a great combination of Eastern
and Western medicine that has benefited all of our animals. -- Alyssa
Fallert, Calico, El Tigre and Scarlett (the dog who loves cats), Phoenix,
AZ |
Union Hills Animal Hospital
Dr. Susan Goshert
1933 West Union Hills Drive
Phoenix, AZ 85027 Map
(602) 863 6629
http://unionhillsanimalclinic.pets911.com/ |
I have 2 elderly cats, one in kidney failure who can be quite difficult
(her name is Miss Psycho if that's any indication!). Everyone on
staff are very understanding and compassionate and treat Miss P. as gently
as possible and try to make her comfortable as she has her many tests completed.
The offices are clean and the staff extremely knowledgeable. Miss
P. was diagnosed 4 years ago and with medication and certain food her blood
tests have not changed in 2 years. 10/21/05 - Eydie
Jerome |
University Veterinary Hospital
Dr. Jim Flegenheimer
Dr. Lisa Stegman
2500 S. Hardy Drive
Tempe, AZ 85282 Map
480-968-9275
Email: uvhgus@aol.com
http://www.universityvet.com/
Reviews
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The UVH has also been terrific - both doctors we've seen there have
been very easy to work with - Doctor Wright and Doctor Flegenheimer.
They are open to suggestions, not above a recommendation from an outside
doctor, and are working to be very cooperative with Dr. Nard [mobile holistic
vet] with no prior experience of sharing clients, especially not with a
holistic vet. When Dr. Nard called and requested they run an additional
thyroid test on Jaz's prior blood work when his T4 came back in a normal
range, 3.3 (after it having been over 6 in 11/05 and his dropping
2 pounds since 11/05, and with a heart rate of 300 bpm at his exam with
UVH), the vet promptly had the test done. He phoned with the results,
and felt terrible for not having this run initially. They have been
prompt with phone calls and going the extra distance from my experience
to date, which is still in the new stages, but I am so far impressed, overall.
7/1/06 - Pam Morrison Kellen
Dr. Lisa Stegman, a "recommended vet" who formerly owned
All Care Cat Hospital in San Diego, CA, relocated to Tempe, AZ, in 2007
and joined the staff at University Animal Hospital. |
Spanish Trail Pet Clinic
Dr. Donald DeShazer
9431 E. 22nd St., Ste 121
Tucson, AZ 85710 Map
(520) 722-2771
http://www.myvetonline.com/website/spanishtrailpetclinic/ |
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Alamo Animal Hospital
Drs. Anderson and Atwater
3176 Danville Boulevard
Alamo, CA 94507 Map
(925) 837-7246
Email: AlamoVet@aol.com
http://www.myvetonline.com/alamo |
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Berkeley Dog and Cat Hospital
2126 Haste Street
Berkeley, CA 94704 Map
Phone (510) 848-5041
Fax (510)843-1817
http://www.berkeleydogandcat.com/
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Cat Clinic of Orange County
AAHA Accredited Specialty Practice
Diane Steinberg, DVM
Diplomate, ABVP
Certified in Feline Practice
1680 Tustin Avenue
Costa Mesa, CA 92627 Map
(949)631-1454
Fax (949)631-6569
http://www.catclinicofoc.com |
Dr. Diane has upwards of 14 years experience practicing vet medicine,
and she takes special interest in the geriatric feline patient with the
oft multiple medical problems that must be precariously balanced.
She and her staff are gentle and sensitive to the special needs of the
feline patient and take care not to over stress their patients. Having
once been a vet tech myself, I observe & experience a gentle veterinary
practice headed by a veterinarian who excels in feline diagnostics.
When I left the pet health field and the vet I worked for retired I was
left bouncing from one veterinary practice to another before finding Dr.
Diane and, with confidence, building a patient/veterinarian/client relationship
with her. -- 10/16/02 -- Maria
Pappas |
All Creatures Animal Hospital and Bird Clinic
Dr. Dennis Wood
1380 Northcrest Dr
Crescent City, CA 95531 Map
707 464-7448
fax 707 464-2576 |
Dr. Wood is a wonderful resource in a remote area of the state. He
has saved me many hundreds of miles travel to specialists in the "city".
He is very capable, open minded and progressive. His clinic is well equipped
for on site diagnostics and he practices a very high standard of care.
Elise Scafani --
3/25/07 -- Jade River Exotics
and Persians |
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Advanced Veterinary Care Center
Dr. Dani Kobayashi
15308 Inglewood Ave
Lawndale, CA 90260 Map
(310) 679-4988
http://www.advancedveterinarycarecenter.com/ |
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Lewiston Animal Clinic (M, Th)
Neal Weiner DVM
316 Texas Ave
Lewiston, CA 96052 Map
nkwjaibaba@netscape.net
530-778-3109
Pet Care Naturally (T,W,Fr)
Trinity Aly
Shasta, CA 96087
(530) 242-0911
http://www.petcarenaturally.net |
... thought I'd add the holistic vet I've consulted with for
8 years now ... Dr. Weiner is pleasant, generally optimistic, and very
willing to help. He has provided my critters with a number of alternative
remedies which I know have helped dramatically. He answers his emails,
and always finds time to talk with you when you call. -- 10/19/02
-- Mary
[Editor's Note: Dr. Weiner is an holistic vet who works largely
via telephone consultation - Mary has never actually seen him, but patients
can see Dr. Weiner at his Lewiston Clinic.] |
VCA Rossmoor-El Dorado Animal Hospital
Steven B. Wasserman, RN, DC, CVCP
10832 Los Alamitos Boulevard
Los Alamitos, CA 90720 Map
Telephone: 562-598-8621
Fax: 562-598-9561
http://www.vcarossmoor.com/ |
Chiropractic care for your pet. please see web site for general
information and about the doctor.... http://www.caninechiro.com/ |
Adobe Animal Hospital
Drs. Jennifer Koga & Nancy O'Day
396 First Street
Los Altos, CA 94022 Map
(650) 948-9661
http://www.adobe-animal.com/
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Animal Specialty Group
4641 Colorado Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90039 Map
(818) 244 7977
(650) 948-3773
Email: asgvets@aol.com
http://www.asgvets.com/
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Petville Animal Hospital
Dr. William Davies (no longer here)
12108 Venice Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90066-3812 Map
(310) 313-9118
http://www.vcapetville.com/
Reviews |
I can strongly recommend my wonderful vet. He is William Davies,
D.V.M. He is the director of Petville Animal Hospital in Los Angeles.
Dr. Davies is a very wonderful and caring doctor and very knowledgeable
about CRF. He takes time to answer phone calls and faxes. He
does not mind when I run things by him from the CRF list (some doctors
hate that). 3/2/02 -- Sheila Kaufman |
VCA Animal Hospital West
David Bruyette, DVM, ACVIM
Sean Yashimoto, DVM, ACVIM
1818 S Sepulveda Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90025 Map
(310) 473-2951
http://www.vcawla.com/
Email: david.bruyette@vcamail.com
Vin
Consultant Information
Reviews |
It was a sad day in Kansas City when Dr Bruyette left for Los Angeles.
He is an internist who is great with cats, especially older cats; he has
a healing personality. Dr Bruyette was one of the founding members
of the Veterinary Information Network (VIN). I have several cats
who owe their continuing lives to him! -- 3/3/02 - MJ
O'Halloran
After Frankie went into acute renal failure, with
a BUN and Creatinine level of 147 and 19.3, respectively, given a 'maybe
50/50' chance of survival by the general vet to whom I took her, I transferred
her to this 24 hour facility and placed her in Dr. Yoshimoto's care.
He was very thorough and patient with my frequent calls during her weeklong
hospitalization. 5/18/08 -- Deborah
M.Magaldi |
Los Gatos Dog and Cat Hospital
Dr Kevin Sheehy
17480 Shelburne Way
Los Gatos, CA 95030 Map
Phone: 1 (408) 354-6474
Fax: 1 (408) 399-4552
http://www.losgatosvet.vetsuite.com/
E-mail: lgdc@losgatosvet.com |
This is a wonderful clinic. All of the staff there is wonderful.
When my cat Boo was there on an IV (he had a blocked bladder, and was in
critical condition when I took him in) I was allowed to visit him
at any time when I came in. They also at one point in time
put the 2 of us in a treatment room because too much was going on in the
area where he was staying. He gets acupuncture (for another illness)
and they allowed his acupuncturist in during his stay to give him treatment.
The doctor I saw for the last particular instance was Dr Kevin Sheehy.
-- 5/29/07 -- Mary Hoover |
Whispering Pines Pet Clinic
Dr. Niklos Weber
14632 Skyway
Magalia, CA 95954-9351 Map
(530) 873-1139
http://www.whisperingpinespc.com/ |
They know their stuff, are caring, compassionate, and have a great
staff. They are willing to work with you, and are not threatened
that you know your pet perhaps better than they do. 9/25/02 -- Mary
Bailey |
Bay Cities Veterinary Hospital
Dr. M.J. Brandt
13476 Washington Blvd
Marina Del Rey, CA 90292-5626 Map
(310) 821-4967
http://www.baycitiesvet.com/
Reviews |
Dr. Brandt is very caring and was very glad that we wanted to treat
our crf cat "Mouse" at home and prolong his life. She was very nice and
wrote me a prescription so I could order supplies from Cosco Online. --
4/17/02 - Michelle Malone |
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Newport Beach Veterinary Hospital
Jeffrey S. Cohen, DVM, DACVIM
1610 W. Coast Highway
Newport Beach, Ca 92663 Map
phone 949-722-8152
fax949-722-1277
Email - newportvet@aol.com
http://www.veterinaryspecialist.com |
This is the vet everyone goes to when the regular vets run out of ideas.
I have taken over 44 rescue and my own personal cats to Dr. Cohen over
the last 15 years and his waiting room is always packed with people that
will wait forever to see him. He and his wife run a small, intimate practice
that takes care of very sick animals as he is a certified specialist and
she is a super tech. I can't count the number of times debra has slept
on the floor overnight with one of my cats and how many the doctor has
saved when other vets had told me to put them to sleep. They are heros.
1/4/07 - Diane |
Newport Hills Animal Hospital
Drs. Bruce Whitaker & William Lyle
2670 San Miguel Drive
Newport Beach, CA 92660 Map
(949) 759-1911
http://www.nhahvet.com/ |
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Oakdale's Olde Towne Veterinary Hospital
Dr. Mel Tanner
144 South First Ave.
Oakdale CA 95361-3903 Map
(209)847-9077
http://www.oakdalevet.com/ |
Dr. Tanner is by far the best vet I have ever been too. He is down
to earth, compassionate, understanding, and very knowledgeable. He is the
only vet I have ever gone to the gave me a price quote and I ended up paying
far less than his quote. He also gave me tips on things to do at
home
for my cat when I couldn't afford expensive procedures. Mia
Knippel -- 3/14/04 |
Mission Animal and Bird Hospital
Gary Siebert, DVM
3308 Mission Ave
Oceanside, CA 92058-1315 Map
760-433-3763
Fax: 760-433-3138
E-mail: MissionAnimal@aol.com
http://www.mabh.vetsuite.com |
My cat, Ming, has been cared for by Dr. Siebert for more than 15 years.
There are six other doctors available at this establishment, but Dr. Siebert
is the only one I have personal experience with. Dr. Siebert loves
cats and keeps several "rescues" at his own home. He has "saved"
my Ming from a serious flu-like infection, and kept him healthy and happy
with Asthma for many years. Because of his age, we are giving Ming minimal
care for his CRF, but he is thriving after several years. Ming has
been on fluids for one year now. The hospital is always busy, is
open 7 days a week, employs wonderful pet loving people, and does great
work. They have outgrown their present location and will be moving
to a brand new building as soon as they get it built. I highly recommend
this doctor and hospital for anyone who wants loving care for the cat.
I might add that they seem to be less expensive than many of the Vets I've
heard about, though nothing in the medical world is "cheap." Carole
Shanahan -- 5/22/07 |
Ocean View Veterinary Hospital
Dr. Bonnie Burns (no longer here)
109 Central Avenue
Pacific Grove, CA 93950 Map
Phone: (831) 649-4111
http://www.ovvh.com/
Email: oceanviewvet@comcast.net
/ OVVH@aol.com
Reviews |
Dr. Burns diagnosed our geriatric cat Jenny with CRF, and since then
has been untiringly creative in helping us to support her. She's always
reachable and willing to talk with us (not "at" us). One year later, Jenny's
stable and as beautiful as ever. -- Jean Breheney
Thanks for the recommendations. Dr Burns moved to
Oregon. But there are 4 doctors currently on the staff. We are AAHA
certified and open 7 days a week Frank Kocher D.V.M. -- 3/20/07 |
Skyway Pet Hospital
Dr. Mark Dunlap, Dipl. ABVP (Canine & Feline)
7334 Skyway
Paradise, CA 95969 Map
(530) 877-4153
http://www.skywaypethospital.com
skywaypet@sunset.net |
They know their stuff, are caring, compassionate, and have a great
staff. They are willing to work with you, and are not threatened
that you know your pet perhaps better than they do. They respond
to emails, send flowers to your home when you lose a loved one, and return
your phone calls. -- 9/25/02 -- Mary
Bailey |
Henderson Veterinary Hospital
Dr. Jeffrey Scheer
238 W Henderson Ave
Porterville, CA 93257 Map
Phone: (559) 781-2106 |
I'd like to recommend a great vet in California. I never dealt with
him with any chronic illnesses in my cats (they were all healthy when I
was still living there), but he is a great great vet (he was my regular
vet). He is wonderful wonderful wonderful. When I lived in Porterville
(I grew up there) we took all of our family pets there. When I got my own
kitties I chose to go there as well. He is great with the animals and goes
above and beyond. He truly cares about the animals as well as their humans
and does all that he can to help. Kathi
Waddle -- 6/3/08 |
Terra Vista Animal Hospital
Dr. Michael C. Weigand, Jr.
10598 Baseline Rd # F
Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91701 Map
(909) 989-3999
http://www.terravistavets.com/
Email: mcweigand@hotmail.com |
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Rimforest Animal Hospital
Drs. Jon Frieboes & Terri Becker
Highway 18 And Bear Springs Road
1299 Bear Springs Road
Rimforest, CA 92378 Map
(909) 337-8589
Reviews |
All of the vets in this office are highly qualified and have gone out
of their way to be compassionate and informative. I have been taking
all of my animals to them for over 20 years. My precious Princess
has chronic problems and I wouldn't take her anywhere else.
S. Clevenger 11/11/03 |
Douglas Boulevard Veterinary Clinic
Drs. Bitaker and Nickens
3970 Douglas Blvd.
Roseville, Ca. 95746 Map
(916) 791-1111
http://www.dbvc.net/ |
An all lady Veterinarian clinic. Helpful. Involved in research.
Progressive. Very Friendly. We use Dr. Bitaker and Dr. Nickens. There
is also an Allergist Vet. and a sonogram tech comes to the office.
3/12/08 - Joy Anderson |
Pocket Animal Medical Center
Dr. Kathy Kendall
7465 Rush River Drive
Sacramento, CA 95831 Map
(916) 395-7387
Reviews |
Dr. Kathy has been very good with all of the cats and dogs I have brought
in to see her. She is the primary veterinary caregiver to my two geriatric
cats and is currently studying veterinary acupuncture. It's great to have
someone like Dr. Kathy so close by. -- 11/25/02 -- Laurie
Kneppel |
Companion Animal Hospital
James Bower DVM Dipl ACVIM
255 Old County Road
San Carlos, CA 94070 Map
650-591-9489
http://www.companionanimalhospital.org/ |
Dr. Bower is extremely knowledgeable about CRF, its treatment and current
research trends and outcomes--he was able to provide a comprehensive answer
for every question I asked him regarding the disease and its treatment.
He helped me keep my Fred alive for more than 20 months after diagnosis
and treated Renata for CRF as well. Although his approach is clinical and
direct, you can sense his great love and care for the animals he treats.
-- 9/29/02 --
Leonor Delgado |
The Cat Doctor
Drs. McFarland and Musella
26055 Bouquet Canyon Rd.
Santa Clarita, CA 91350 Map
(661) 259-5288.
http://www.catdoctor.com |
The doctors and their staff will go the extra mile, and then
some, to help you give your cat a good quality of life with CRF.
They are also a great resource for help with any life threatening feline
disease.
Valerie Shertzman --
10/26/04 |
Santa Margarita Animal Care Center
Dr. Steve Scibelli (DVM)
30052 Santa Margarita Pkwy
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688 Map
(949) 858-3181
http://www.rsmanimalcare.com/ |
I also have had a great experience w/ Dr. Steve Scibelli who has recently
relocated (8-2006) to the Santa Margarita Animal Care Center in Rancho
Santa Margarita, CA. He was great and was actually the vet that found
the mass on my cat's (Baci) pancreas. Also, he was wonderful in helping
us w/Marvin's throat cancer and was so kind when we had to end Marvin's
life. One thing Dr. Scibelli did was make sure vet techs put in IV
line in so there would be no problems delivering the meds. He told
us that it can be very difficult to locate veins in sick dehydrated (and
older) animals. This made the experience much more tolerable.
Dr. Scibelli has a great gift with animals ... especially cats and he has
so much compassion and kindness for the animals...and for the HUMANS.
He's able to solve problems and is really intelligent...capable of
making accurate diagnosis. Dr. Scibelli also changed my dog to Lotensin
for her heart condition. I was VERY IMPRESSED w/this young man.
I have since read so many sad stories about bad endings from people on
the Yahoo Feline Cancer Group. Dr. Scibelli's wife is veterinary
neurologist. Lisa Wilson
-- 8/31/06
P.S. Dr. Scibelli is the only vet I've seen at this clinic, the
only one I can recommend. |
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Santa Cruz Veterinary Hospital
Dr. Lynda Wells
2585 Soquel Dr
Santa Cruz, CA 95065-1937 Map
(831) 475-5400
http://www.santacruzveterinaryhospital.com/ |
Holistic vet with impeccable credentials and skills in both traditional
and holistic approaches. Works well in partnership with traditional
vet. Acupuncture, Chinese medicine, other supplements, nutrition, and diet.
Well versed in CRF and cancer care. 2/28/02 - Carol
Moholt |
Tender Care Veterinary Hospital
Drs. Pamela Bouchard and. Rachel Griffith
1569 4th St
San Rafael, CA 94901 Map
415-454-4994
Reviews
Reviews |
There are two vets here - one is holistic/homeopathic (Dr. Pamela Bouchard)
and although the other (Dr. Rachel Griffith) is not, I don't think she
is 100% western and seems open to different types of treatments.
I shopped around for a few vets until I found this one. The office
is an older Victorian that has a homey feel. Unlike visits to my
previous vet, I do not feel rushed here. When I call I am not put
on hold for ten minutes only to have someone get back on the line impatiently
asking me what I want. The technicians are very nice and are obviously
animal lovers. They are open 7 days. It also helps they are
about a 3 minute drive from where I live. Even if they weren't, I
would take the time to drive here.
3/11/08 - Colleen Murtha |
VCA Hemingway Cat Hospital
Dr. Christina Hoefer
12840 S. Saratoga-Sunnyvale Blvd
Saratoga, CA 95070 Map
(408) 741-4844
Fax: (408)741-4898
http://www.VCAHemingway.com/ |
Very knowledgeable and caring with my CRF cat, Elliott. Nailed the
diagnosis quickly. Had her own CRF kitty. Conscientious about keeping you
up-to-date with kitty's labs. She is very mindful of the quality of life
for CRF cats. Staff helpful and compassionate too. U.C. Davis grad.
1/31/07 -- Cathy Frazier
Dr. Hoefer helped Elliott to the Rainbow Bridge on
Friday after suffering seizures and heart failure. Quailty of life is job
#1 with her, along with her kindness and caring. Some members of her staff
was crying when they were treating Elliott during his last fight.
3/19/07 -- Cathy Frazier |
Animal Home Care Doctor
Dr. William E. Hiatt, DIP ABVP
14234 Greenleaf St
Sherman Oaks, CA 91423
(818) 986-0101 |
Dr. Hiatt, and his vet tech wife, have a mobile clinic in their motor
home and only do house calls. They are lovely people and make your pet
very comfortable. I've used Dr. Hiatt for acupuncture, blood pressure monitoring,
blood work, and a dental on my one of my non-CRF kitties. I've spent a
lot of time talking to him, and he's very knowledgeable when it comes to
CRF and diabetes. I wouldn't hesitate to use him as primary vet for
OJ, but we already had a good one, before we met him.
Jeanne George aka Catalyn -- 12/7/03 |
Creekside Veterinary Hospital of Soquel
Sarah Hawklyn, DVM
E.V. Sharp, DVM
2505 S Main St
Soquel, CA 95073 Map
(831) 462-8989
Reviews |
Chloe and I are just beginning our CRF journey. Drs. Hawklyn and Sharp
are fabulous and very knowledgeable about cats. My cat is actually happy
when she has been hospitalized there, because
they give the cats so much love and attention. Their work clearly comes
from a deep love of the animals, and it shows in the successes they have.
Karen Heidebrecht -- 4/17/05 |
Studio City Animal Hospital
Christina Swindall, DVM
Dr. Mao
11800 Ventura Blvd.
Studio City, CA 91604 Map
Phone (818) 769-1338
Fax (818) 769-3552
Web
Site
Reviews |
Dr. Swindall is very knowledgeable about both CRF and diabetes. She's
also very willing to work with you, and interested in the things you learn
from the list. She's able to "think outside the box", and will take any
suggestions you make seriously. In addition this clinic is open Monday
through Saturday from 7:30 AM to 7 PM, and Sunday from 9:00 AM to 3:30
PM. They have some arrangement with the Emergency clinic two doors down,
and you can arrange to have your kitty taken there, if they need to stay
overnight for treatment. Jeanne
George aka Catalyn 12/7/03
I highly recommend this clinic and in particular, Dr.
Mao. My 5 year old cat "crashed" (though I didn't know what was going
on at the time) and Dr. Mao and her team nursed her back to heath
and have been so helpful in terms of recommending additional therapies
and providing information with genuine care and compassion. Meg
Wallace -- 6/30/05 |
Cat Clinic of Orange County
Dr. Kelly Wright,
1680 Tustin Avenue
Costa Mesa, CA 92627 Map
Tel:. 949.631.1454
FAX: 949.631.6569
http://www.catclinicofoc.com |
After my cat went into ARF following oral Metacam dosing prescribed
by a vet, I have become admittedly very skeptical of vets and defensive
about my cat's care and treatment. I've been to 11 vets in two different
states since my cat got sick, most of those were a one-time experience
and I'll never go back. Dr. Wright listened, took time with Frankie and
me, listened to my ideas, concerns, observations and actually seemed to
'get' what my cat means to me. I recommend her highly.
Deborah Felin Magaldi
-- 5/1/08 |
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Central Veterinary Hospital
Dr. Marjorie Fong
281 N. Central Avenue
Upland, CA 91786 Map
(909) 981-2855
http://www.vcacentral.com/ |
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Civic Feline Clinic
Drs. Thompson and Blaine
2030 North Broadway
Walnut Creek, CA. 94596 Map
(925) 930-9226
Fax: (925) 930-0362
E-mail: catdoctor@civicfelineclinic.com
http://www.civicfelineclinic.com/ |
I've taken my cats to this office for 16 years. It's a cats only
clinic, which lessens the stress on them and provides vets who have the
up to the minute training on all feline related issues. I would highly
recommend them to anybody in the San Francisco Bay Area. -
6/10/02 -- Paula Piersall
We've used them for over 20 years. We just put
our last cat to sleep two months ago, she made it to 21 years of age.
A testament to the excellent care she received at Civic Feline Clinic.
3/20/07 -- Paula Piersall |
VCA Miller-Robertson Animal Hospital
Drs. Riehl and Mellman
8807 Melrose Avenue
West Hollywood, CA 92350 Map
Telephone: 310-657-7050
Fax: 310-652-6970
http://www.vcamillerrobertson.com/ |
I had a terrible experience with my last vet. I went to VCA Miller
Robertson and they treated me and my cat with respect. I felt supported...expecially
since I have a CRF cat. I have been going to them for four months when
I call they always ask "How's Lushy?" They know me by name and I always
feel they take time to answer all questions. Dr. Riehl and Dr. Mellman
are great! --4/25/07 -- Marcy
Rosenzweig Leavitt |
All About Cats Health & Wellness Ctr
Dr. Elizabeth Hodgkins
23661 La Palma Ave
Yorba Linda, CA 92887 Map
(714) 692-8228
fax: 714.692.1820
Email: felinediabetes@aol.com
http://www.all-about-cats.com/ |
Dr. Hodgkins treated my diabetic cat and thanks to her expertise in
Feline Diabetes, he is now off insulin and in great health. This
hospital is just for cats, has state-of-the-art medical equipment and
a knowledgeable and caring staff. I would highly recommend this
facility to all cat owners, especially those with diabetic kitties. Lynn
Carter -- 4/8/05 |
Alpine Hospital for Animals
Dr. Nancy Bureau
1730 15th Street
Boulder, CO 80302 Map
(303) 443-9661
http://www.alpinehospitalforanimals.com/
http://www.myvetonline.com/Alpine
Reviews |
Dr. Nancy Bureau is who I see most often, but Dr. Karen McCormick and
Dr. Candy Sayles are both excellent also. My 20 year old cat has
CRF and I was told a year ago by a different vet that I should put him
down. Nancy helped him pull through that crisis and he's a happy
purr cat still today! -- 3/1/02 - Bev
Heumann |
Cat Specialist, P.C.
James K. Olson, DVM, Dipl. ABVP-Feline Practice
612 Atchison Way
Castle Rock, CO. 80104 Map
303-663-2287
http://www.catspecialist.com/
Email: purrs@catspecialist.com
Reviews |
Jim Olson (Castle Rock, CO) is one of the most knowledgeable vets out
there. He's expensive, but worth it. Better yet, he'll train
you, as the owner of the pet, to give fluids, take blood sugar readings,
and give injections. My old cat was a transient diabetic, and several
of my friends have diabetic cats. He taught us how to draw blood
and create baseline readings so that we would know when to get back to
him with changes. My old cat also required sub-q fluids daily.
Again, he showed you how to do it and saved you numerous trips back down
to Castle Rock. I know they also arranged for older clients to have
people come by daily to give fluids to their pets, as well. He's
a gentle, caring vet. 5/4/07 -- Linda
Fried |
Birch Tree Animal Hospital
Dr. Ron Carsten
1602 Grand Avenue
Glenwood Springs, CO 81601-3811 Map
(970) 945-0125
http://www.rof.net/yp/drc/ |
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Orchard Mesa Veterinary Hospital
Dr. Nancy Hugenberg
2668 Highway 50
Grand Junction, CO 81503 Map
(970) 241-9866
Email: thevets@omvets.com
http://www.omvets.com/ |
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Louisville Family Animal Hospital
Dr. Katie Smith
332 McCaslin Blvd
Louisville, CO 80027 Map
(303) 661-0702
http://www.caringforyourpets.com |
When my CRF cat was diagnosed a few months ago my world turned upside
down. After the diagnosis and my search for a new vet, it was recommended
that I see Dr. Smith. I am so glad I found her because she is now
treating my CRF cat and my world is no longer upside down ... Dr. Smith
is very knowledgeable about the disease, and open minded to the issues
I bring up regarding treatment as well as caring and supportive.
I drive half an hour to see her and it is worth it. So, I really
recommend her to anyone in the San Diego area. Magdalena
Laffaye-- 10/8/04 |
Animal Emergency & Specialty Center
17701 Cottonwood Drive
Parker, CO 80134
720.842.5050
FAX 720.842.5060 Map
Email: info@aescparker.com
http://www.aescparker.com/ |
[Written when Dr. Marsh-Ng was at Gulf Coast Veterinary Specialists
in Houston, Tx] Internal Medicine - Dr. Michelle Marsh-Ng - This
doctor is my new hero. Her kindness and concern in caring for Lacey,
her willingness to go out of her way to help, and her cooperation in all
manner of exigencies have been beyond my wildest expectations. She has
treated Lacey as if she was her own cat and makes it seem as though Lacey
were the only animal she is treating! She has called often (sometimes
twice a day during the really bad times) to check on her and always answers
my calls to her or returns them promptly. She doesn't talk down to
me and shows courtesy, respect, and sensitivity to a caregiver's needs,
never makes me wait endlessly and cooperates in reducing costs and securing
medications from less expensive sources, for example. Her patience
in answering all manner of questions from litter box problems to things
I hear about through the online crf group is incredible. And if she
doesn't know an answer, she doesn't hesitate to say so and then finds out
for me. When Lacey is hospitalized, she is the only one who will
make sure that she's clean and well cared-for. And she lets me know in
advance when she is going to be away since she knows that she is the only
one I trust with Lacey. She is the most humane doctor that I have ever
met, the perfect vet (and she's just starting out)! I believe that
Lacey's wonderful condition right now is a product of her absolutely unbelievable
participation with me every step of the way. 3/7/02 - Hazel
Greenberg |
Cromwell Veterinary Hospital & Kennels LLC
Drs. Geoffrey Frattini and Leslie Lynch
547 Main Street
Cromwell, CT 06416 Map
Hospital 860-635-1979
Kennels 860-635-2984
Fax 860-635-4353
http://www.cromwellvet.com/ |
For geriatric kitties, especially ones with CRF, I'd recommend Geoffrey
Frattini, DVM or Leslie Lynch DVM at Cromwell Veterinary Hospital.
Both are excellent diagnosticians and very compassionate in their treatment
of ill kitties. They're both very up to date on the latest info regarding
treatments. One of my cats is in treatment right now for both CRF
and lymphocytic lymphoma and they have both been invaluable in providing
information & support. 4/25/05 |
Animal Natural Healing Center
Dr. Marcie Fallek
248 Alden Street
Fairfield, CT 06824 Map
Ph 203-254-8642
Fax 203-255-0703
Email: marciefallek@earthlink.net
http://www.holisticvet.us/aboutdrfallek.html |
Dr. Fallek is a homeopathic vet who helped two of my cats, TsuHsi and
Muggins, toward the end of their lives. TsuHsi had cancer and Muggins
had kidney disease (for which he was being treated) and developed a lung
tumor before I even brought him in to see her. She bought them a
lot more time in which they lived happy, non painful lives, and I did not
have to resort to invasive methods. Though hesitant to treat Muggins
because he was so advanced and she didn't want to waste my money, I begged
her. She now claims that he changed her practice because of the amazing
results he had under her care. She is kind, compassionate, quick
to return calls, and very thorough. She is fantastic.
Maria Ciaccia -- 5/29/05 |
Animal Health Practice
Acupuncture, chiropractic, Chinese herbal medicine
Angela Erickson-Greco
355 Salmon Brook Street
Granby, CT 06035 Map
860-653-2257
Email: office@animalhealthpractice.com
http://www.animalhealthpractice.com/
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Aspetuck Animal Hospital
Dr. Trish Grinnell
278 New Milford Tpke
New Preston, CT 06777 Map
(860) 868-2973
http://www.aspetuckanimalhospital.com/ |
I know I just recently recommended the clinic (all vets have been supportive
of my efforts to treat my
cat) that I go to here in Chapel Hill, but my favorite vet is moving
to CT in June. I have had a wonderful experience with Dr. Grinnell.
She has always done everything she can to help my cat and to help me help
my cat. She has been very open to my bringing in treatments and medications
that were new to her (such as Aluminum hydroxide gel powder) always saying
that the more brains the better! I have no experience with this clinic
personally, but I highly recommend her.
Jennifer Tashner -- 4/21/06 |
Old Canal Veterinary Clinic
Dr. Sheila Clancy (no longer here?)
49 East Main Street
Plainville, CT 06062 Map
(860) 747-2759
http://www.vetcarepc.com/old_canal.htm |
Dr Clancy recently relocated to this practice in a different part of
the state ... because of the quality of care she has given my CRF'er Jazz
and non-CRF Sybil, I chose to follow her to her new practice. She takes
her time to observe and "treat the cat, not the disease" and loves owners
questions and believes in a proactive response. She is an excellent vet,
whom I feel lucky to have found!
Nancy S. Wood -- 9/8/04 |
VCA Valley Animal Hospital
Dr. Christine Smith (formerly Burns)
47 Patria Road
South Windsor, CT 06074 Map
(860) 528-2178
http://www.VCAValley.com/ |
... Dr. Burns has gotten married and is now Dr. Christine Smith
(I believe)..she is currently on maternity leave, however she has trained
her replacement until she returns. I have a dear little one who was diagnosed
with CRF in Jan '06 and Dr. Burns was an incredible help with information
and continues to help out. I highly recommend VCA animal hospital! We have
3 kitties, and each have been cared for wonderfully there. Linda
Clough -- 1/15/07 |
Double A Veterinary
Dr. Andrea Autorino
106 Nott Street
Wethersfield, CT 06109 Map
(860) 529-0668
http://www.doubleavet.com/ |
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Cat Hospital of Orlando
Dr. M. Alexandra Sumerlin
266 E Altamonte Dr
Altamonte Spgs, FL 32701 Map
(407) 831-9810
http://www.kittydoctor.com/
Reviews |
Dr. Sumerlin has been taking care of our cats for years. She is kind,
compassionate and willing to go the extra mile in taking care of her patients.
She worked wonders on our geriatric kitty with thyroid disease. We strongly
recommend her.
John Stowe -- 1/31/06
This is a cat hospital that is truly oriented to the feline
species. My experience here has always been positive. Dr.Sumerlin and her
staff provide a clinic that is top notch. I recommend this clinic for the
cat owner highly. I rate this practice with 5 stars! HPMiou@aol.com
-- 1/26/06
Dr. Summerlin and her staff have cared for our two Persians
for over 12 years. They are the most professional and caring people I have
ever worked with. The groomer, Mary Soper, is fantastic and takes
the best of care of our "kids". 6/26/07 - Jim
Pockrus |
Sheeler Road Animal Hospital
Drs. Becky Neidfeldt, Jennifer Lindman,
and Wayne Lundberg
547 Sheeler Road
Apopka, FL 32703 Map
Phone: 407-889-0513
http://www.myvetonline.com/website/sheelerrdah/ |
I moved to Apopka in 2003 after several years of musical vets and homes
with two senior cats named Phoebe and Tasha. They were 14 years old at
the time and Tasha was known as the 'terrible twin' by most vets. But these
vets and their wonderful staff took excellent care of my babies, and when
Phoebe was diagnosed with crf in 2005, they went far beyond that in helping
me deal with it. They taught me how to do fluids at home, and tolerated
my anxious phone calls when Phoebe was hospitalized. When the end came,
I had Phoebe's favorite vet there, and her favorite tech. They stayed with
me afterwards even though it was Saturday morning and very busy. They always
gave me options without regard to cost and were honest with me about possibilities
for life. So naturally when I adopted three more from our local shelter,
back I went. Now the oldest of those three is also in kidney failure and
they are doing a wonderful job helping me deal with this, again. -- 3/11/08
- Karen Wilson |
Calusa Veterinary Center
Dr. Anthony Krawitz
6900 Congress Avenue
Boca Raton, FL 33487 Map
Phone: (561) 999-3000
Fax: (561) 999-3030
E-mail: calusa@cvcboca.com
http://www.cvcboca.com/
Reviews |
[7 doctors during the day, 4 nighttime/ER doctors.] |
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Wiles Road Animal Hospital
Dr. Paula Engle
7460 Wiles Rd
Coral Springs, FL 33067 Map
(954) 752-1879
Fax (954) 341-3834
Email: animaldoc1@aol.com.
http://www.vcawilesroad.com |
Dr. Johnston is no longer with the clinic. I also used Dr. Engle
who is also excellent and I would recommend her to anyone. I used
them both when Alf was sick. Dr. Engle I have been using for
years. Probably as long as she has been with the clinic.. ---
Juli
Van Der Meulen, Bruce and Alf Angel
Dr. Engle has been treating my cat Boca for almost five
years. Under her kind, attentive, and highly professional care, Boca's
health has improved tremendously. Thanks to Dr. Engle, Boca is a
healthy and happy twelve year old cat thoroughly enjoying his retirement
days in South Florida!
Derek D. Stein 6/20/05 |
Floridawild Veterinary Hospital
Dr. Erin Holder, DVM
115 E Euclid Ave
Deland, FL 32724 Map
(386) 734-9899
Fax: (386)-734-1960
http://www.floridawildvethospital.com/ |
I felt right at home with Dr. Holder and her staff, upon my first visit.
Dr. Holder is compassionate, warm and obviously cares for her patients
and clients. She develops a trusting relationship almost immediately
and is extremely careful and gentle with them. She also practices alternative
Veterinary medicine, which has been most helpful to my cats. HPMiou@aol.com
-- 1/26/06 |
Coral Veterinary Clinic (AAHA Member)
Dr. David Nichols and Dr. Patricia Curtis
9540 Cypress Lake Drive
Fort Myers, Florida 33919
239-481-4746
http://www.coralvetclinic.com/ |
Dr. David Nichols has been our Vet for over 10 years. He has
treated each of our 4, Older CRF Cats....they have lived well into their
late teens and early twenties. He is smart and compassionate and
willing to listen and try new approaches. He has just recently in
2005 completed acupuncture courses and is now offering this for CRF and
other ailments. Dr. Curtis is also progressive and very knowledgeable
in Nutrition. There are six Vets in total. The Staff is smart
and kind. There is a separate Cats Only Boarding Facility that includes
Hospital care while boarding. Fran
Boyle -- 9/8/06 |
Acacia Animal Clinic
Dr. Thomas Finch
4798 South US Highway 1
Fort Pierce, FL 34982
772-465-2447 |
I'd like to recommend a great vet. He is not cat-only, but he's
been our cats' veterinarian for over 20 years. He's thorough, caring,
and exemplary in his skills. He's also conservative in his treatment.
While he does not specialize in any particular field, I highly recommend
him!
Judi Traynor - 3/11/08 |
All Cats Healthcare Clinic
Drs. Patty Gordon & Holly Blair
10334 NW 13th Street
Gainesville, FL 32601
Tel: 352-376-2287
Fax: 352-376-5581
http://www.allcatshealthcare.com/
Email: AllCats@AllCatsHealthCare.com
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Land O Lakes Animal Hospital
James D. Farr, D.V.M.
4306 Land O Lakes Blvd.
Land O Lakes, FL 34639
(813) 996-2021
http://www.myvetonline.com/website/landolakesah/ |
Land O Lakes is located on the west coast right above Tampa.
He and his staff have been very supportive during the last 7 months and
when the fluids started getting "pricey" at the vet (though not as much
as some of the things I have heard on the list) I asked for a prescription.
The girls at the desk said they would ask Dr. Farr as he wasn't in at that
point. I had forgotten about it and when I went in for some food
for Rascal, the girl handed me the script!! Without even asking the
second time. Her reply to my surprise was "Dr. Farr realizes the
expense of this disease and every dollar that you can save is important!" |
Promenade Animal Hospital
Dr. Donald S. Pearl (no longer here)
4424 N University Dr
Lauderhill, FL 33351-5792 Map
(954) 748-9600.
http://www.vcapromenade.com/ |
The vets there are very up to date on all things. Dr. Pearl has
put my cat on Calcitriol. Tiger is eating, drinking and sleeping.
I do not expect to subject him to heroic measures. 3/2/02 - Lee
Judkins |
Animal Hospital of Central Brevard
Karla V. McCloud DVM
4521 N Wickham Rd
Melbourne, FL 32935 Map
http://www.myvetonline.com/website/ahcbrevard/
(321) 751-6007 |
She was so wonderful and compassionate to my cat Graffi. We did the
IV fluids at the hospital and sc Fluids for about a month. He was first
diagnosed with detached retinas from hypertension about a year prior to
his death on 3/8/06. I got to be with him during the euthanasia. It was
quick and painless, She was so kind to both of us. Good bye dear friend
and I will see you in heaven.
Eric Coppala -- 3/9/06 |
South Kendall Animal Clinic & Hospital
Dr. Marta Sanchez (no longer here)
Dr. Sanchez is now here
9501 SW 160 Street
Miami, FL 33176 Map
305-238-2030
http://www.southkendall.com/
Reviews |
I am so thankful that I finally found a wonderful vet (I've been through
at least 5 ... all of which I didn't feel good about taking my babies to)!
Dr. Sanchez really goes out of her way to do everything possible to help
your kitties because she simply loves cats. -- 9/30/02 -- Lisa Sonshine |
Bay Hill Cat Hospital
Diane Delmain, DVM, Dipl. ABVP (Feline Practice)
7601 Della Dr. Suite 17
Orlando, FL 32819 Map
407-370-CATS (2287)
http://www.bayhillcathospital.com
Reviews |
My name is Linda DiBattista and I'd like to recommend Dr. Diane Delmain
of Bay Hill Cat Hospital in Orlando, FL. She's helped me with two very
geriatric cats (one was 19 and the other is 18). Everyone at the hospital
very knowledgable about the conditions affecting cats and very compassionate
too.
Linda DiBattista - 10/19/06 |
Powers Drive Animal Hospital
Dr. Jeffery Bacia
2608 N Powers Dr
Orlando, FL 32818-3147 Map
(407) 299-4850
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Cat Care Clinic
Leslie Fleuchaus Nixon, DVM
320 South Yonge Street
Ormond Beach, FL 32174 Map
Phone: (386) 671-0747
Email: catclinic@att.net
http://www.daytonanow.net/catclinic/ |
Dr. Nixon is my veterinarian of choice for my four cats (ages 16, 9,
8, and 4). She recently brought my oldest cat, Colleen, through a
crisis with CRF and is continuing to work with both of us. She gave
me handouts that explained CRF and taught me how to administer Colleen's
sub-Q fluids at home. Dr. Nixon has a wonderful way with cats, and
it's a joy to go to a cats-only clinic. I have the highest regard
for her expertise in feline health care, focus on preventive medicine,
and gentle touch with my "babies". If my cats could write a recommendation,
I know they would too! -- Helen E. Melvin |
All Aboard Animal Hospital
Dr. Kevin McAllister
1413 S. Dixie Hwy.
Pompano Beach, FL 33060 Map
954-785-7780
Fax: 954-785-7783
http://allaboardanimal.com
Email: Allaboardanimal@bellsouth.net |
Dr. McAllister is one of the kindest, most compassionate, and caring
veterinarians I have met. He is knowledgeable in the treatment of
CRF, and I felt we were partners in managing my kitty's CRF and his other
problems. I only wish I had found him sooner. 7/4/06 - Kelly
Eyler
Glad to see that Dr. Kevin McAllister ... is listed here - I recommended
him when an east coast vet was being sought a couple of yrs ago- was so
sorry to lose him from the Sarasota area - the clinic he left has never
been able to replace his talent with cats. Heather
Kalt - 5/15/08 |
Professional Veterinary Hosp
11210 N 30th St
Tampa, FL 33612-6442 Map
Dr. Emil Demian
Tampa, FL
(813) 977-4250
http://www.myvetonline.com/website/provethosp/
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Veterinary Medical Clinic & Feline Wellness Center
Dr. Jennifer Authement
4241 Henderson Boulevard
Tampa, Florida 33629 Map
Phone (813) 289-4086
Fax (813) 289-3550
http://www.vmctampa.com/ |
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Companion Animal Hospital
Dr. Denise Weaver
2000 N. Highway 29
Athens, GA 30601 Map
(706) 549-6043
http://www.companionpetvet.com/ |
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Briarcliff Animal Clinic
Dr. Diana Joseph
1850 Johnson Road NE
Atlanta, Ga 30306 Map
404-874-6393
Email: info@briarcliffanimal.com
http://www.briarcliffanimal.com
Reviews |
First I have to say I hope it's OK. but I have a CRF Dog. She's
a Jack Russell Terror. But She is my child and she is wonderful.
She just had a GIF tube put in last week and so far so good. I would
like to recommend my vet as they have been wonderful. They mostly
treat Cats and she is the first dog with crf they have treated with the
GIF tube. Dr. Joseph has been just wonderful. She is the most caring
vet I have every had the opportunity to deal with. She is kind and
really seems to love her work. They have been very fair with the treatment
of my furry kid. The girls that work out front and the techs are
as friendly as can be and take the time to talk to you even when I know
they are busy with paperwork. I do thank them all for everything
and hope that more people find the wonderful clinic that I have found.
- 8/21/02 - Donna Myrick |
Emory Animal Hospital
Drs. Crawford, Parlavantzas and Hochel
1226 Clairmont Road
Decatur, GA 30030 Map
Phone: 404-633-6163
http://www.emoryah.vetsuite.com/ |
This is a vet practice, so there are many docs, but the ones that have
treated my CRF cat and done a great job are Dr. Crawford, Dr. George [Parlavantzas],
and Dr. Hochel. Since my cat, Fribble, was diagnosed just a couple weeks
ago with CRF, these vets have gone above and beyond what they've needed
to do to help make me and my cat more comfortable with the CRF diagnosis
and treatment. Once the decision to treat my kitty was made, they
were ready to go with a plan of action that while, stressful at first,
has been amazingly effective at getting Fribble feeling better! The
vets at the Emory Animal Hospital are incredibly knowledgeable and caring
and have made themselves available to me for whatever questions come up.
If you're in the Atlanta area, this is the best place to take your pets
for anything you need...
11/28/07 - Elyse Katz |
Dr. Debbie Gadd
Gadd's Animal Doctors of Gray PC
300 Highway 18 Connector
Gray, GA 31032 Map
478-986-3784
drdebbiegadd@grayvet.com
http://www.grayvet.com |
Dr. Gadd is from England. She has ultrasound and blood pressure monitoring
equipment. She is willing to listen, try different options, and consult
with other vets if necessary. She has been in practice for 6 years amd
she is very open and caring. -- 3/19/02 - Anne
Van Dalinda |
Lilburn Animal Hospital
Dr. Amy Voss and Dr. Nicole Boudreau
4985 Lawrenceville Hwy
Lilburn, GA 30047 Map
770-921-6766
http://www.lilburnanimal.com |
She [Dr. Voss] has been awesome and I would highly recommend her. There
is a second doctor [Dr. Boudreau] that sees us when Dr. Voss is not there,
she is awesome too. 9/15/07 - Tammi
Lacy |
Cat Care Hospital
Debra Rowell, DVM
1106 Powder Springs Road
Marietta, GA 30064 Map
770-424-MEOW (6369)
drcatcare@aol.com
http://www.catcarehospital.com
Reviews |
Dr. Rowell is extremely caring and very knowledgeable. She has
been tremendously patient with my constant questions and open-minded and
non-defensive with my suggestions and treatment options.
4/13/2006 - Jean McSpadden |
Wynn Clinic for Therapeutic Alternatives
Primarily Holistic
Susan Wynn
1080 North Cobb Parkway
Marietta, GA 30062
(770) 424-6303 |
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Animal Care Clinic
Dr. Mike Paoletti
230 Stonegate Rd
Algonquin, IL 60102 Map
Phone: 847-854-8387
FAX: 847-854-6614
Email: algonquininfo@myanimalcareclinic.com
http://accfv.com/
Reviews |
I would HIGHLY recommend this vet practice in the NW suburbs of Chicago.
We have been treated with great kindness, respect and dignity since going
to ACC -- the vets are knowledgeable, caring, and obviously love animals.
They have a wonderful relationship with the University of Illinois vet
college, and confer regularly with the staff there on cases. And
the support staff at ACC is marvelous -- the vet techs, the desk staff
are ALL professionals who care so deeply for the fur members of our family.
Dana Rulf -- 4/6/03 |
Veterinary Specialty Center
Dr. Jerry Thornhill
1515 Busch Parkway
Buffalo Grove, IL 60089 Map
Phone: (847) 459-7535
Main Fax: (847) 808-8900
E-mail: help@vetspecialty.com
http://www.vetspecialty.com |
Dr. Jerry Thornhill is a renal specialist veterinarian, working at
Veterinary Specialty Center, Buffalo Grove IL. He is board certified
in Internal Medicine and is an excellent clinician, educating veterinarians
in the Chicago area through continuing education seminars on fluid therapy
and renal issues regularly. His client communication skills and his CVT,
Jessica are amazing! Dr. Thornhill is referred cases when your primary
care veterinarian cannot go further with treatment options. He worked with
me on my own cat in renal failure and is compassionate and thorough.
3/17/07 - Christine M Slowiak |
Animal Medical Center of Chicago
Dr. Beth Waisburd
1618 W. Diversey Pkwy
Chicago, IL 60614 Map
Telephone: 773.525.3353
Fax: 773.525.3280
Email: staff@animalmedicalcenterofchicago.com
http://www.animalmedicalcenterofchicago.com |
[Written when Dr. Waisburd was at the Main Street Veterinary Hospital
in Flower Mound, TX.]
When Teaser the cat was diagnosed with CRF 3 months ago, Dr. Waisburd
took an enormous amount of time explaining the disease to us and answering
thousands of questions I had. My husband, Teaser and I could not
have gotten through the "crisis" period without her. She is always
available by phone to answer questions and the personnel at Main Street
Veterinary Hospital are very professional. I highly recommend this
intelligent and caring vet. - 7/14/02 -- Jerry Avis Sorenson |
Blum Animal Hospital
Dr. Christopher Shule
3219 N. Clark St. Map
Chicago, IL 60657
773-327-4446
http://www.blumvet.com/
Reviews |
I have seen several of their doctors, and none has disappointed me.
My favorite is Dr. Christopher Shule. He is skillful, observant,
and gentle, and he listens. Jonathan
Sachs -- 5/29/06 |
Chicago Cat Clinic
Dr. John Nordwall
5301 W. Devon Avenue
Chicago, IL 60646 Map
Phone: 773.631.5300
Fax: 773.631.6446
http://www.chicagocatclinic.com/
Reviews |
In my 20 plus years of owning cats, Dr. Nordwall is by far the best
I have ever encountered. I generally adopt cats that are elderly
or have other health problems that make them "unadoptable." He is
especially good with elderly cats. I can't say enough about how superior
the treatment of cats is by Dr. Nordwall and the other Chicago Cat Clinic
vets. -- Cindy Circo Zahora -- 5/12/05 |
Family Pet Animal Hospital
Dr. Marla Minuskin
Jennifer Smith
1401 W. Webster Ave
Chicago, IL 60614-3037 Map
Phone - 773-935-2311
Fax - 773-935-4528
http://www.familypetanimalhospital.com/
Reviews |
I recommend my veterinarian. A kidney specialist was part of
the practice for years, but he moved to his own practice 2 years ago.
While there, however, he gave the group a lot of good basic knowledge about
treating CRF - and currently consults with them on their CRF patients.
I would recommend them to anyone in the Chicago area. My favorite
doctor there is Marla Minuskin ... but she is busy and can't always take
new patients. However, the other vets are also all very good, particularly
Jennifer Smith.
3/1/02 - Jennifer Byers |
Hyde Park Animal Clinic
Drs. Hollis, Hautzinger & Wake
5210 S Harper Ave # G
Chicago, IL 60615-6019 Map
(773) 324-4484
http://www.harpercourt.com/hpanimalclinic.html
Reviews
Reviews |
They readily prescribe fluids, Winstrol, talk about other treatments
(Epogen, etc.), have an info sheet available, talk cat not numbers, have
multiple foods. Willing to talk about different management strategies,
and Dr. Beau (no longer there, see Uptown Animal Hospital below) is willing
to talk about alternative medications. Have BP, will do ultrasound.
Have posted the avatar site on their BB, although that wasn't how I found
the site. Downs: sometimes have trouble seeing the same vet consistently,
although they are all sympathetic. Varying levels of treatment
based on vet, yet they all have strengths: Drs Hollis & Beau
are good long term & diagnostic & communicativeness, Dr. Hautzinger
is gentle in manner for blood draws and BP, Dr. Wake is good for emergency
stuff and will calm a person down in a panic situation. Also, they
are very good about seeing chronic patients with short notice if necessary. |
Roscoe Village Animal Hospital
Dr. Scott Rovner
3131 N. Clybourn Avenue
Chicago, Illinois 60618 Map
(773) 549-3131
http://www.roscoevillageanimalhospital.com
Email: roscoevillageanimalhospital@yahoo.com |
Dr. Scott Rovner is extremely knowledgeable re CRF patients. He did
his senior paper on CRF. His own cat l, TC, fought the CRF battle.
Dr. Rovner and I spend much time on the phone when necessary. I praise
him and his dedication to my cat and staying current on research.
Dr. Rovner is kind, caring and extremely attentive. I highly recommend
him. -- 3/22/02 - Dalia
Dr. Scott Rovner is the most wonderful vet. Not only is
he an expert with CRF in cats - he is an expert with human beings and will
always find time to explain everything, try innovative approaches and especially,
get you in immediately when your cat is crashing. He never gives up trying
to make the CRF paitent's quality of life better and to find new ways to
treat this horrible disease.
10/5/06 - Tressa Pankovits |
Uptown Animal Hospital
Dr. Jean Beau
5545 N Clark St
Chicago, IL 60640 Map
(773) 561-0734
Reviews
Reviews |
[Written when Dr. Beau was at Hyde Park Animal Clinic (see above) in
Chicago.] Jean Beau ... was my vet in Chicago and was really excellent.
She put Jack on Steve's Real food which slowed the kidney deterioration
almost to a halt. She is innovative, intuitive, very bright and will do
things you wouldn't normally expect of a vet, including helping me evaluate
vets in Maryland when I moved there. I thought so highly of her I
drove to Hyde Park from the North Side, if that means anything, for her
to see my animals.
3/6/03 - Beth Townsley |
Northern Illinois Cat Clinic
Dr. Rebecca J. Schmidt
295 Peterson Road (Route 137)
Libertyville, IL 60048 Map
(847) 680-1770
(847) 680-1775 Fax
http://www.northernilcatclinic.com/
Reviews |
We started taking our kitties to the Northern Illinois Cat Clinic about
10 years ago. Dr. Rebecca Schmidt is marvelous and I swear was a cat in
another life. Unfortunately the charges for cat care at her clinic have
skyrocketed astronomically. In addition, for a number of months up until
recently, we started feeling hounded as someone from the clinic would call
at least every other week in what seemed to be a telemarketing capacity.
As a result we're searching for cat care elsewhere,
kdo -- 4/23/06
Dr. Rebecca Schmidt is without a doubt the best cat doctor
in Illinois. I have taken my cat Felix to see her for the past 12 years.
Felix has inflammatory bowel disease and crf. She has kept my little guy
happy and healthy for so long now. Jane
Buckley -- 11/19/06 |
Golf-Mill Animal Hospital
Drs. Papacek & Haag
8950 N Milwaukee Ave
Niles, IL 60714-1737 Map
(847) 296-3359
http://www.myvetonline.com/website/golfmilanimal/ |
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Animal Care Hospital
Dr. Robert Archer
1100 A Rt. 34
Oswego, IL 60543
630-898-0900 Map |
The vet that I use is Dr. Robert Archer. I have been going to
him for about 18 years now. He almost prefers cats over dogs, but
he also cares for dogs too. I guess what I really like about his
facility is that now matter what they truly care about the animals.
It can be a little question that I might think is stupid and they take
their time so that I can understand what they have explained. I can
say that I have referred quite a few people to him and they have told me
thank you. If I have an emergency they will ask me to bring over
the cat as soon as I possibly can. And they may do this for me only
because I have been so loyal. Not only do they teach me, but I have
taught them some things on pedigree cats too.
3/11/08 - Dawn Faust |
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College Mall Veterinary Hospital
Christina Swanson, DVM
4517 E Morningside Dr
Bloomington, IN 47408 Map
812-334-1400
http://www.myvetonline.com/website/collegemall/ |
Dr. Swanson treated my cat Lenny 10 years ago with a most amazing combination
of skill and genuine concern. She is very knowledgeable, and became
even more so during Lenny's illness. She was always willing to look
into new things I learned about, to think of new solutions to problems
we were having, and to spend extra time whenever it was necessary.
I recommend her very highly. --- Elizabeth TeSelle |
St. Joe Center Veterinary Hospital
Dr. Wm. Chastain
6358 St. Joe Center Road
Fort Wayne, IN 46835 Map
(260) 485-1602
VIN Member
http://www.stjoecentervet.com/
Affiliated with:
Northeast Indiana Veterinary Emergency
Hospital
5818 Maplecrest Rd.
Fort Wayne, IN 46835
(260) 426-1062 |
Dr. Wm. Chastain is a top-notch vet and I couldn't ask for one who
is more genuinely caring and compassionate to the animals. He is extremely
knowledgeable about CRF, is open to new ideas and suggestions and is very
thorough. Monitoring blood pressure is a given with him for my CRF
kitties. There is no hesitation to do testing that is needed
in order to make an accurate diagnosis. The clinic has access to
a cardiologist and an ophthalmologist. St. Joe is a multi-vet, state-of-the-art
facility and recently moved to their very own new building. It sits
adjacent to the Northeast Indiana Veterinary Emergency and Specialty Hospital.
NIVES has a board certified surgeon plus other vets who limit their practice
to emergency and specialty care. It is open 24/7 and when animals
need to be monitored around the clock, they are transferred to NIVES for
the night. I highly recommend this clinic to anyone who lives in
my area; they are the best! Originally posted 11/9/01, updated 6/26/06
- Donna |
Kryder Veterinary Clinic PC
Dr. Michael D. Lacopo
12555 Adams Rd
Granger, IN 46530 Map
(574) 277-6533
http://www.krydervet.com/
Reviews |
I have to tell you about the vet who put our cat, Lulu, down.
Dr. Lacopo, of Kryder Vet Clinic in Granger Indiana was so kind to us ...
he allowed us all the time we wanted with our baby before he put her down.
He also allowed for us to hold her while he did it. He showed genuine
concern and care for both us AND our baby. He did an absolutely wonderful
job of making the best of a bad situation.
Andrew Long -- 12/29/03 |
Cat Doctor
Dr. Alice Juel Johns
5654 Georgetown Rd
Indianapolis, IN 46254-1512 Map
(317) 291-2287
ajcatdr@aol.com
http://www.indycatdr.com/
Reviews |
Dr. Alice Johns was one of the first veterinarians in the nation to
be certified as a diplomate of feline practice by the American Board of
Veterinary Practitioners. Dr. Johns is always available to speak
with me about Lucky and returns phone calls promptly. If a trip is
made to the emergency clinic, she calls me first thing the next morning
to follow up. She takes the time to help me understand and doesn't
get annoyed when I ask her to repeat things. She's open for discussion
on all issues and even cooperates with our other (retired) vet, Dr. Carolyn
Blakey, who treats with alternative methods. A great example of the
care given by Dr. Johns is that she refused to do Lucky's dental
on the same day she was doing three others. Why? Because she
wanted to have plenty of time for US! The procedure was done today
and Lucky was the ONLY ONE scheduled for today. That says it all!
She's concerned not only with her patients' needs, but those of their human
"parents!" She called me every step of the way to let me know what
had been done and what she was doing next. The moment Lucky was finished,
we were called and invited to come sit with him as he was recovering.
Dr. Johns is one of a kind!
3/2/02 - Sheri |
