Ambler Veterinary Clinic

(3 reviews)

Dr. Wendy Zimmerman is absolutely wonderful and I cannot thank her enough for the care she gives my…read more2 dogs and 2 cats. Dr. Wendy has taken care of my animals for the past 6 years. It's very difficult to pack animals in a car to get shots and checkups. Having my animals in their own environment while getting checkups and vaccines is practically stress-free. My animals are always happy to see her and always greet her at the front door. She is always thorough, competent, helpful, and extremely kind and has always taken a lot of time with me and my pets and answers every last little question. I also love the fact I can call her cell phone when I have a medical questions and she always calls me back promptly. And there are times when I call and ask for a shot record, and I have an email with the document in my inbox practically before I hang up the phone. From medical emergencies questions to paperwork minutia, Door to Door Pet Doctor is absolutely on the ball. I cannot say one bad thing about them!

Wendy does an amazing job caring for our two dogs Tucker and Porter. She has taken many calls from…read moremy wife as our dogs are treated like little humans around here. Wendy takes the time to make sure you have the best care, information and follow up. We have been lucky to have such a caring, professional, and consultative vet for our little guys. I would highly recommend her service. If you want a vet that cares about your animals and comes to you, use Dr Wendy.

Madden Animal Hospital

(24 reviews)

My miniature poodle at age 4 needed to have six teeth removed. The Maddens did an excellent job,…read moreshe recovered quickly,and was soon back to her old self! I have found both father and son to be very knowledgeable and sympathetic and my dog trusts both of them! I have had several vets for my pets over the years and feel that the Maddens are at the top of the list! They are caring,conscientious and available!

Compassionate, reasonably priced. I never feel like our cat is "just another cat" to them.read more

Piccone Marc A DVM

(9 reviews)

Quite a rare find. A vet who is real…read more 1) he teaches 2) he places the welfare of the animal and owner above dollar signs. In this day and age , this attribute is beyond rare. Altruistic

Dr. Piccone is an excellent veterinarian. He is a humble and kind man. We had to put our Bailey…read moreour chocolate lab down yesterday and he and his staff were very compassionate and kind. Our Gentle Giant went peacefully and crossed over the rainbow bridge. Our pain and sadness right now is awful, but I know in my heart that Dr.Piccone and his staff loved our Bailey too. Thank you!

Paws Pet Clinic

(11 reviews)

Friendly and reasonably priced service for our cat Max. Dr. Yang is friendly, professional and…read moreknowledgeable. Would definitely recommend this vet.

One word: PHENOMENAL…read more Best vet in a fifty mile radius! Very calming, caring, & highly professional.

Fort Washington Veterinary Hospital

4.2

(47 reviews)

We have been taking our boy James here for almost 10 years now. The staff is excellent, and have…read morealways treated us very well. They are exceptional with James. I think he likes them more than he likes Me He had to have surgery to remove a tumor on his leg. They did a fantastic job with the work and in calming me down afterwards. The follow up visits have gone smoothly and professionally.

Dr Nelson is the only vet we would take our dog Sugar to. We started seeing her at her previous…read morepractice in Rittenhouse Sq, before she moved to Fort Washington Veterinarian Hospital, and while all the staff are great at FWVH, we will follow Dr Nelson wherever she goes (we might even move states if she did, jk lol) We had Sugar for 9 years and Dr Nelson started seeing her from the beginning. She advised us through an eaten sock, a groundhog scratch, yearly check ups, arthritis, and cancer. Dr. Nelson was there every step of the way to offer guidance, advice, and even communicated with the Metro Vet for the various surgeries performed. Unfortunately, when we made the decision to end Sugar's suffering and say goodbye, Dr Nelson helped us with that difficult decision and was understanding and empathetic. We will always appreciate everything Dr. Nelson did for our family and when we get our next pup, we will be sure to continue to see her.

Steinbach Veterinary Hospital

3.0

(49 reviews)

Called this morning and spoke with Janet to see if my dog could possibly come in for a tech visit…read more My dog did have a scheduled appt for tues, but she has been coughing and and allergies making a suffer. My dog nearly ever comes inside because she doesn't go around other dogs.So the last time they were busy, the tech was able to just run outside real fast and give my dog a shot at the car.That's all I was asking. Janet was so rude and ignorant as I was asking her any possible way. She was getting annoyed with me and she said no go take her to emerg room. She continued to be rude and she then didn't want to hear anything else i was saying she clearly had no empathy for my dog or for me. She hung up on me in the middle of the conversation. I called right back and she just hung the phone up. I called for the third time and she put me on hold. After that, I decided to call another veterinarian, who was kind and compassionate and have no problem taking me first thing. They didn't mind all the questions that I was asking, and I told them exactly how I was treated by janet at steinbach vet. I later called back to see if my records were sent to the new veterinarian and to cancel the appointment that I had scheduled on Tuesday. I then spoke with Jessica who apologized for Janet. For what she did to me, this is unacceptable. No empathy and didn't seem to care that my dog was suffering. And literally, it just shows what type of person she is, and she has no compassion, and she was rude and ignorant. And this is how you do business. You hang up on your clients. She should not be working there. She should be fired, no compassion and hung up. I would not recommend this vet. Stay far away from them. It's not a very clean place either, and it's old and dingy. Jessica was nice she listened, but then all of a sudden she had said to me. Oh, there's 2 cancelations, all of a sudden. There's 2 cancelations and there was an appointment for Saturday. Janet couldn't even take it a step to try and help me. Do not go to this vet.!! They're horrible phone up on mev

The office has changed drastically and not for the better! Jackie S (Steinbach?) is making all…read morethe decisions. I needed rabies shots for 2 of my 3 cats. I went in to schedule, and when I stated there was a "multiple pet discount of 20% on the account, Jackie S. stated only for Pumpkin who was not in need for an update yet. I replied that was not true and went back the next day with 13 invoices for 13 different visits/services for 4 different pets since 2013, all clearly showing a 20% discount removed from the charge! All the long term girls on the front desk always honored it since it was clearly noted for all 3 of our pets, so I asked that individual to check with Dr. King, who had authorized that discount in 2013 and honored it for 13 years. Had Jackie removed that 20% multiple pet discount noted in the files of 13 years? Rather than a response to my question, I next receive 3 separate emails. Attached were all my our pet's records and that Jackie S coldly and unilaterally decided my primary veterinarian of 13 years was no longer going to see our pets since we were no longer "a good fit!!" No warning, No courtesy of Dr. King's reply to honoring his offer of 13 years, nothing! To any new clients considering this office, i do not recommend them due to Jackie's rude and inconsiderate treatment to a long term client who spent $thousands over 13 years! The experienced staff is no longer there. It used to include multiple staff veterinarians and now down to just 1 full time owner, Dr. King. Dr Lane left and opened her own office around the corner called The Village Vets Plymouth Meeting, 699 W. Germantown Pk, 484-820-1700. 4.5 out of 5 stars! Great Service!

Schilling Dale A Vmd

(1 review)

Everything you look for in a vet. Don't know what I'd do without him. Knowledgeable, trustworthy…read moreindividual, understanding of pet owners emotional attachment, isn't quick to put an animal down, explains things and always asks if you have questions. Dr. Schilling and his wife are professional and very likable people.

A Peaceful Return To Eden

4.4

(26 reviews)

Super responsive and so kind, they made this very difficult experience as peaceful and respectful…read moreas possible. I'm so thankful for this service available.

The scheduling was a little uncertain and had some problems. However, the process was sweet and…read morecomforting RIP my cat.

Opportunity Barks Behavior & Training

(54 reviews)

MY Dog was trained up at their farm . Now He is a mentor dog and goes up to the farm one a week …read more It is great he loves it Laura is really fantastic with him in the van in East Falls drop off and Pick up .

I had a terrible experience with Opportunity Barks. The City School program keeps the dogs crated…read morefor 6 of the 7 hours they are there. The 1 hour of training includes potty breaks. When I picked up my 8 month old puppy she was so desperate to pee and poo, she went on the sidewalk in front of their building. She was so thirsty she was panting and needed water immediately. I sent food but she did not eat there. To compound the problem, Communication is awful. They don't let you into the space. You stand on the sidewalk - they crack open the door and pull her in or give you the leash to take her out. You get 1 email a week with some photos and videos. They don't appear to read the form you fill out and don't discuss goals. I told them that my puppy has had training since birth, but their first video was showing me how to hold a leash. The second video was of a different dog being trained - they said my dog was tethered watching. Throughout the entire video I could hear her crying. No one attempted to soothe her at all. I provided constructive input verbally and in writing by email. Despite my bad experience at the City School, I was still interested in the Farm School. I went to the open house and they were much more transparent about what a typical day looks like there. But before the evaluation day (which is separate from the City School evaluation), they called me to say that they were cancelling the evaluation because I am not a good fit for their program. They said it had nothing to do with my dog, who is a very sweet Labrador, it is because I am not "aligned" with them. They were not willing to even listen to why I thought the Farm School would be a better fit than the City School, saying that the decision had been made "by senior management" and it is not worth wasting time talking about it. Wow!

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11 years ago

This doctor and human being is as good as it gets!! The only true regret I have is that I would have switched vet offices 20+years ago!! What you see is what you get. He is truly what everyone hopes for in a doctor for our best friends. Best diagnostician around including penn with a warmth and genuine caring . This is not a factory! His pricing reflects who he really is!! Dr. Marc Piccone is the BEST!!! read more

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8 years ago

I have been going to Ambler vet for over 45 yrs. when Dr. Franko had the practice. They are the best friendly, there prices are great and he checks the dog over very good. Would never go any other place. Have given there phone number to many many people. read more

Tom M.

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3 years ago

The Best! I remember all my REAL Vets! Dr Upton Cleary -Andorra Dr Simpson Main st Manayunk 1993-2004 Dr Piccone 2004 - 2023 + read more

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Dr. Piccone is an excellent veterinarian. He is a humble and kind man. We had to put our Bailey…read moreour chocolate lab down yesterday and he and his staff were very compassionate and kind. Our Gentle Giant went peacefully and crossed over the rainbow bridge. Our pain and sadness right now is awful, but I know in my heart that Dr.Piccone and his staff loved our Bailey too. Thank you!

Hamilton Animal Hospital

(19 reviews)

My husband and I took our three animals here for almost 3 years. Dr. Block was always very rude and…read morejudgemental and we would avoid her at all costs. We chose to stop going to this practice after figuring out how much this office overcharges. We are now going to another vet and are receiving better treatment at half the cost. They were charging us over $100 to pick up gabapentin for my dog while I got the same prescription for $11 at CVS.

We came to Hamilton years ago when we thought we were losing our dog only to find he was…read moremisdiagnosed by 6 other vets. Dr Bock is a treasure! He gave our dog a long life. Now we have another Afghan who has elevated liver enzymes but seems to be doing much better. This is a place where you can feel your pet is cared for and everything possible is done. And they adore Romeo

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(31 reviews)

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4.4

(14 reviews)

A perfect 10, A plus, thank you, I was referred by my rescue and the receptionist was incredibly…read morehelpful. She got me in, and made my dog feel right at home. Every staff member was caring, professional, and did a follow up with referrals if I needed it. It's 40 minutes from my home but when you find services that care about your best friend that way Chalfont Vet does, it's worth the drive. I sent them a gift basket from Costco and dropped a check to the rescue to remember to play it forward, Millie say, Woof AKA thank you

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New Britain Veterinary Clinic

(24 reviews)

What a nice caring sole this lady is. Even Merlin my dog who has a reputation for the ladies said…read moreshe was very gentle with the thermometer and the shots he had to have. This is a nice change from the large, busy, who is that person in the white coat and this person in a white coat and finally the big cheese vet then another person without a white coat but with a three page bill so they can pay for all those white coats. Every option was explained so the right one could be made for Merlin who has some old age issues, but like me, is not ready for the bone yard yet. Even the receptionist wanted to carry Merlin to the carbut I explained he was pulling a fast one and would be able to walk once off polished floors but she could carry me instead!

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3.0

(49 reviews)

Called this morning and spoke with Janet to see if my dog could possibly come in for a tech visit…read more My dog did have a scheduled appt for tues, but she has been coughing and and allergies making a suffer. My dog nearly ever comes inside because she doesn't go around other dogs.So the last time they were busy, the tech was able to just run outside real fast and give my dog a shot at the car.That's all I was asking. Janet was so rude and ignorant as I was asking her any possible way. She was getting annoyed with me and she said no go take her to emerg room. She continued to be rude and she then didn't want to hear anything else i was saying she clearly had no empathy for my dog or for me. She hung up on me in the middle of the conversation. I called right back and she just hung the phone up. I called for the third time and she put me on hold. After that, I decided to call another veterinarian, who was kind and compassionate and have no problem taking me first thing. They didn't mind all the questions that I was asking, and I told them exactly how I was treated by janet at steinbach vet. I later called back to see if my records were sent to the new veterinarian and to cancel the appointment that I had scheduled on Tuesday. I then spoke with Jessica who apologized for Janet. For what she did to me, this is unacceptable. No empathy and didn't seem to care that my dog was suffering. And literally, it just shows what type of person she is, and she has no compassion, and she was rude and ignorant. And this is how you do business. You hang up on your clients. She should not be working there. She should be fired, no compassion and hung up. I would not recommend this vet. Stay far away from them. It's not a very clean place either, and it's old and dingy. Jessica was nice she listened, but then all of a sudden she had said to me. Oh, there's 2 cancelations, all of a sudden. There's 2 cancelations and there was an appointment for Saturday. Janet couldn't even take it a step to try and help me. Do not go to this vet.!! They're horrible phone up on mev

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Veterinary Village

4.5

(12 reviews)

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