A huge shout out to Dr. Sue at Hackettstown Animal Hospital! Dr. Sue is the absolute best cat doctor who has cared for all my cats over the years. Today my sibling cats visited Dr. Sue for their WellCare exam and took the upmost care of each of them. Thank you for the compassion and care you exhibit with my fur babies!!!!! read more

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Refused to trim my dogs nails (specifically his dewclaw which really needed to be done) unless he got two vaccinations. They didn't offer a payment plan or any help in order to proceed with this, they just said I should come back when I have the full amount. Really disappointed they didn't offer more help to proceed with and didn't care about anything else except getting the full amount today. I ended up taking my dog elsewhere and I will not be returning. read more

We're big fans of Hackettstown Animal Hospital. We've been going for almost 20 years and have always had a great experience. The staff is great and the Vets truly care about their furry patients. read more

I dropped my dog off yesterday to be neutered and 1 they didn't even give him a cone which is weird to me all dogs after surgery should get a cone like my other dogs have in the past. Then she wanted to charge me $25 for the damn disposable cone when I asked about it? I have never been charged for a cone that should be automatically put on the dog. I had to order one from Amazon for cheaper. They just want your money they don't seem to care about the pet at all. I only brought him here because the shelter I adopted him from covered the surgery so it's clear that they just want you to spend more if it is covered. Such a shame. read more

The staff here are incredible, I could not recommend Dr. C or Dr Kris enough. They truly care about your animals and always work for their best interest. Dr C always gives my dog his undivided attention and checks him over from nose to tail thoroughly. He truly takes his time and answers any dumb question I ask and is very patient. Oddly my dog loves going to see Dr C, he gets excited and gives everyone kisses. I would HIGHLY recommend them, I have family who drive from Manhattan just to see them. read more

I have been going to Hackettstown Animal Hospital for over 20 years. Having moved from Central Jersey I was apprehensive about going to a new practice with my precious cats. The doctors and staff are outstanding, understanding, knowledgeable and helpful. My cat Abbie has severe Respiratory problems and more than once had to have her life saved. Never once was I turned away. When I had to put down my other cats, they helped me make that decision and were compassionate when the dreaded time came. Don't know what I would do without them. read more

took my yorkie to get neutered. The lady at the front desk told me I would save money if I used friends and animals certificate. I only paid $65 to neuter my yorkie. They did an awesome job. read more

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In 2009, we took our beloved Boston terrier to Hackettstown Animal Hospital as soon as we rescued him at 10 months old. For the most part, our experience was like going to any other business that took our appts and saw our dog. Nothing personal. At 7 years old, our Boston suddenly began to tilt his head and started walking wobbly. The diagnosis was general, but I do not blame the vets for that. Sometimes there is uncertainty. We took him back and forth to the vet a few times between July and October 2015. When it was determined that he had a short time to live, suspected brain tumor, I called them to ask all the questions that I would be unable to ask when the time came. Questions like, if he was in pain, could I call and come in relatively soon, or did I need to set up a scheduled appt., how much was it, could I take him home with us, etc. The morning came, and I called as soon as their office opened. They told me I could come in about 1pm. 1pm?!?!?! That seemed like 2 weeks away. The dog suffered through the night. We were a MESS! They said they were booked. No sign of empathy for the situation to even make me accept 1pm. Just matter of fact. ?!?!?! What happened to the plan I put in place the week before when they said, "No one really knows when the time will be, and we understand that. What is important is that both you and your pet are cared for as soon as possible. Since 1pm was not at all something I could consider, I followed up with another vet that I had never been to before, but recommended. They immediately went into cater mode on the phone knowing how devastating this was to our family and that the dog's life was ending. I was told to come in by 9:30 bc they had 2 large dog appts first. When we drove up, the staff person RAN OUT TO MEET US (who they had never met but must have been on the look out for us) to ask that we keep our Boston (referring to him by his own name was sweet considering they NEVER MET HIM!) in the car a few minutes until the other dogs left so that he was not unnecessarily stressed on such a day. Or, she welcomed him to take a last walk or run in the back green field. We did that and captured the moments on video that we will forever treasure! Our dog was given the respect and kindness that he deserved. Anyway, I will yelp this Vet separately, EAST PLANE ANIMAL HOSPITAL. Back to Hackettstown. When we got home, Htown Animal Hospital called around 12 saying that I could come in early. I said, I am sorry, but we had chosen to respond to our dog earlier and we took him to another vet. The staff person seemed angry (I get that I cancelled an appt, but it is not like it was a surgical procedure that was pre-scheduled for months! And under the circumstances, perhaps a "pass" could be given to me). Anyway, a day later I get a handwritten condolence card from EAST PLANE ANIMAL HOSPITAL. Amazing. Two months later, I get a REMINDER card for my deceased dog's upcoming annual visit. Amazing. I called them to "remind" them that the dog was deceased and to please take us off the call list. 6 months later, another mailing. Seriously???? I know some people are not PET people and don't get that we love our pets like family, but isn't this what their BUSINESS is about? Would not EVER go back. We let a year or so pass, and just adopted a new puppy. She will not be going to Hackettstown Animal Hospital. read more

they are very kind and compassionate at hackettstown animal hospital.

We brought our cat there, who was limping and having back pains it seemed. Ten minutes into being in the room, the vet, Dr. Kris decided that she had a bruised back. She didn't give our cat any X-Rays or other helpful tests -- she just felt around and thought she seemed a little sensitive there. Okay, not bad so far. She decided to give our cat medication via a needle without describing what the medication is in detail even though we expressed an interest in knowing what it was. She sent us home with Metacam for the pain, which says all over the box only for dogs. We started giving our cat it and two days later she wasn't keeping food down at all, she was laying in weird positions and her personality was changed quite a bit. Okay, just side effects of the medication. When we called the vet the day she started throwing up a lot, they said they'd get Kris to call back after her lunch break was over. When we told the receptionist she was throwing up, she said "oh my god" in an alarming way. We waited three hours, no call, so we called again. They said they'd get her to call back asap. An hour later, she calls. She didn't seem to care, she just stated that happens with a lot of cats on Metacam -- THEN WHY ARE YOU GIVING THIS MEDICATION TO US? We asked her if we could get a different type of medication, she said yes, with another visit. We asked if we'd have to pay more for more medicine and for another visit, they said yes we'd have to pay for both again. We looked up some facts on Metacam -- There's so many horror stories for cats on it, especially older cats -- and our cat is 10+. And the throwing up side effect can progress to death in just a couple days. We expressed our interest when we went into the room to know more about our cat and know if she was in good health. We just adopted her due to her previous owner dying. The vet just checking her back for five minutes didn't tell us a thing. And her back seems fine now after we've had her off the meds for a few days now. I didn't mention the best part -- the vet assistant. She was holding our cat by the neck skin, and proceeded to whip her around in different ways on the table while covering her head, not seeming to give one ounce of crap if that in itself is hurting our cat. I've heard other things about this veterinary office, and it's safe to say that I will NOT be going back here. read more

Was a client here, but a few weeks ago I came home and found my golden retriever laying down not able to get up and a growth on her back from bleeding. I figured it was a bad infection and needed medical help ASAP. I called Hackettstown and they would not get me in to see anyone! I pleaded and the receptionist said the soonest they can get me in was the following evening. I always loved how wonderful Dr. Kris was, but this forced me to make a change quickly to another vet. My dog had a terrible infection and had had surgery and doing great now. Wasn't happy the way the receptionist handled and very urgent situation! But I have to say, Dr. Kris is great! I will miss her! read more

My family has been using the Hackettstown Animal Hospital and Dr. Cojacar for longer than I've been alive. The staff is caring and Dr. C. is the BEST! He truly loves the animals and will talk to you and answer any questions you may have. He feels like a member of the family, and I'm very happy that my pets get such good care here. read more

Brought my kitty in for his one year check-up on a Friday. He had lost some weight over the past two weeks, hadn't been eating or drinking as much as he should, and was occasionally vomiting. The vet did the bare minimum as far as examining my concerns and concluded that he was young and adapting to his diet. The words "don't worry" were used repeatedly. Four days later my little buddy died of a bacterial infection. If you truly love your pet take him to Newton Animal Hospital. read more

My dog recently had her yearly check-up with Dr. Cojacar. This was my first time using this veterinarian and I was pleasantly surprised. He was so thorough, patient, kind, and helpful. I would highly recommend him. read more

My family has been seeing Doctor C for our pets since I was young, he is a great man and is passionate about his work. All of our questions were anwsered. He took very good care of our Sheltie who had a mass on her eye that could have become cancerous. He performed surgery and to this day she has no scar or mark where the mass was taken out. His stitchwork was amazing It's too bad he's not a human doctor! It has been a few years since we visited his paractice simply because we moved away and it was too far. It is quiet hard to find a vet that lives up to his standards. read more

We took our Bichon Frise to Hackettstown Animal Hospital for years. We payed the rediculous high fees without question because we believed they were reputable and trustworthy. When our 15 year old pooch's toenail fell out, we brought him wondering what was going on-- it was hanging on by a thread and was bleeding. They charged us hundreds to see him that day. (from the emergency visit to the biopsy..) then they told us he probably had cancer, but they would need to do exploratory surgery for an additional $600. We took him somewhere else within the week, and that vet told us that it was healing so nicely, ofcourse there was no cancer. He went on to live another healthy 2 years- during which time he saw another vet (in Long Valley). I am completely disappointed by the feeling of being taken advantage of, and overcharging by making us fear there was something seriously wrong with our dog. The was the straw that broke our back with this practice, not the only time we raised our eyebrows. read more

If I could give zero stars I would. A few months ago under horrible circumstances I had to bring our dog to be put to sleep. The doctor came in didn't even say a word and started asking questions as to why I was doing this and when I explained she proceeded to tell me I was wrong and judged me and told me she could call around to see someone who would be willing to keep our dog. I was absolutely horrified, putting our family dog to sleep is the LAST thing I wanted and I was treated with such disrespect at such a fragile time. She then proceeded to ask for my regular vet and called them to get all of my dogs records, for what? I have no idea. Fast forward to this week our other dog became ill and we knew we didn't want her to be in pain anymore at her old age. We brought her in to Newton Vet hospital and they treated us with such empathy and respect . Now that I know how a real vet handles situations like this I felt like I had to write this review . DO NOT TAKE YOUR PETS TO HACKETTSTOWN VET . I do not remember the vet that we dealt with at Hackettstown but she had very short pixie haircut that's all I remember. read more

In addition to Dan C. review, the vet did not take blood or x-rays. When Newton Animal Hospital examined him, he had 30% fluid in his lungs, a bacterial infection that became sepsis, and went into cardiac arrest. As stated, this was four days after examination at Hackettstown Animal Hospital. The vet stated we were nervous new pet owners. Blood work would have shown an elevated white count, and an x-ray would have shown the fluid in his lungs. An antibiotic would have saved his life. This was a tragedy that should have never occurred. We are heartbroken. Again, if you love your pet, take him to Newton Animal Hospital. Deb C. read more

Our family has used this practice since I was a toddler, and it's the only practice I've used for my own pets as an adult. Doc Cojocar has treated our dogs with as much care and concern as if they were his own. When the time came that we had to say goodbye to our first baby, there is nobody else that I would have wanted to be there with us. He saw us through a most difficult time with the ultimate compassion, and we are forever grateful. We always tell Doc Cojocar - you cannot retire, we don't know what we'd do without him! read more

if you love your pets, find a different vet.