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    Kentlands Veterinary Hospital

    3.9 (66 reviews)
    Closed 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
    Updated 3 weeks ago

    Services - Kentlands Veterinary Hospital

    Pet physical or wellness exam

    Pet vaccinations

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    Maxx

    I begin going to Kentlands veterinary on 2010 for my baby Maxx when and when I got our second dog on 2021 it was no other place I will take my new baby. Dc. Handle was Maxx doctor till the day he cross the rainbow bridge last October at 16 years old and now that I have move to Frederick I will not change to another vet. They always treat us with kindness and respect and show support and interest on any issues we had . Sometimes is not about the money and how much you pay, is about the integrity and honesty you can get from someone that understands that little being that can't talk for it self and need the care to get better. Thank you for all this years of attention and care for my fur babies.

    The little one needed treatment for her hot spot on the chest.
    Sylvie C.

    We have now been coming to Kentlands Veterinary Hospital for some time now and I thought it's a good occasion to write an updated review. My little one began having a hot spot on her chest and I had to make an appointment with an assumption that there probably won't be anything available until next week. Nope. I was able to schedule an appointment the next day with Dr Reitz and I trotted in and out of there in less than 10+ minutes. Did I tell you the appointment was completed before my actual appointment time with zero wait time? It's incredible how well coordinated this office is. From the front desk to the LVTs and DVMs you see here, it always blows my mind away every time. Why can't there be more veterinarian offices like this?!?! I also appreciate the zero fear approach the office takes. My younger beagle is very skittish and shy with strangers but she never has issues visiting this office. All in all, I wouldn't hesitate recommending this office to anyone.

    Chester
    Jennifer F.

    We have taken our dog Chester to the Kentlands Veterinary team several times and they are amazing!! The doctors and staff are caring, efficient and very professional. They provided Chester with all the necessary sick and preventive care he needed. They didn't try to up charge for unnecessary stuff and they educated us on all our options and the risks and benefits of any procedures to help us make the most informed choice. We love the Kentlands Veterinary Hospital and highly recommend their services!!

    Nikki P.

    Kentlands Veterinary Hospital is the best veterinary hospital I've ever been to. For most of my Pomeranian's (sadly short) life, I chose them over the vet hospital that took care of my dog as a puppy because they are so, so kind. My dog had many health issues, which scared me as a recent high school graduate because of the cost, but mainly because I cared for my dog and hated seeing him hurt. They went above and beyond for me. Here's just one example that stands out to me: I was in my kitchen and let my dog out, and a few minutes later, my dog was yelping in pain. I saw that he was trying to go to the bathroom, but something was wrong. I called the vet and told them what happened and that he was yelping in a way I've never heard before. They set me up for an appointment 30 minutes later. I had no car at the time, so I carried my dog 20 minutes into town, and they saw me immediately. They looked him over and gave me pain medication and a laxative for him, and then they saved his backside and cleaned him up. After paying the bill (which wasn't pricey considering what just happened), it was closing time and they offered me a ride home because I was only 8 minutes away if they drove me home. They didn't want me to walk 20 minutes back carrying my dog. I accepted the ride and years later, I'm still enterally grateful. A few years ago, I told them that my dog passed away from autoimmune anemia at my uncle's house after starting my first semester at college and the receptionist (I don't know her name) remembered me and my dog and mourned with me for a few minutes over the phone before stating she would do what needed to be done with his paperwork. I don't live in Maryland anymore and I don't have any pets at the moment, but the kindness that was shown to me and my dog at this veterinary hospital sticks with me to this day.

    I've been bringing my pup here since he was 8 weeks old and so far have brought him in for annual wellness exams, vaccine appointments, microchip and his neuter surgery. Everything went well and my dog was seen in a timely manner. Dr. Handel is great. He's super knowledgeable and it's reassuring to feel like he cares about my dog and answering all of my questions. It's also super helpful that Dr. Handel is knowledge and up front about the fees so it makes it easier to make decisions during the exam. The front staff is great, too. Really courteous and knowledgeable. It's nice that the office runs smoothly between the vet, vet techs and front desk staff. I feel like I can get in and out very easily.

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    I highly recommend him and my neighbors have only wonderful statements to say about Dr Handel and his staff.

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    Today I had an urgent situation with my cat. My regular vet is closed on weekends, so I came here…read morebecause it's within walking distance, as I don't have a car. I arrived early and apologized for it when I came in--I would rather be early than late--but the receptionist seemed annoyed. I had previously explained that I didn't have my cat's records on hand, but that she has a history of chronic UTIs. I was told that without records, she would need a rabies vaccine, and I agreed to that without hesitation. The only documentation I was able to find between getting off work and going to the appointment was an email showing she was due for her vaccine about a month ago. I understand that this isn't official documentation, but they continued to emphasize that they needed her history. If she was going to get the shot regardless I don't understand why they had such an attitude about it. We were there for a completely unrelated emergency situation. The overall interaction came across as unfriendly and unwelcoming. In an already stressful situation, I did not feel confident or comfortable with the level of care or communication. Any business with reception knows they make or break your business. I have only seen the vet their once before. When my mom was alive she took her cat there. I don't even know why i tired because his medical advice for her cat at the time was terrible. She clearly has FHS and they had No idea!!!! I will not be returning

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    My experience with VRA was overall very positive, especially because of the staff. Everyone I…read moreinteracted with was kind, professional, and genuinely helpful throughout the process. One thing that really stood out was the strong communication -- they kept me informed, answered questions clearly, and made sure I understood everything along the way. The services are definitely on the pricey side, which may be difficult for some people to manage, but the quality of the staff and their professionalism helped make the experience worthwhile. It's clear that the team cares about providing good service and supporting their clients as best as possible.

    Ok Yelp... I'm frustrated…read more We rushed our 9-month-old Cavapoo into VRA Pet Hospital at 8:45 AM after waking up to him bleeding from his rectum, after already having diarrhea and vomiting the day before. As pet parents, that's terrifying. It is now 12:37 PM and we are STILL sitting here waiting for a doctor to tell us what's wrong with our baby. The only explanation we kept getting? "Other emergencies came in." I understand emergencies happen... but what exactly qualifies as urgent if a puppy is bleeding, lethargic, and clearly in pain? Our dog has been laying around miserable, not himself at all, and we've had to repeatedly get up and ask when he'll be seen. Meanwhile, hearing laughing and casual conversations at the front desk while your pet is suffering is beyond aggravating. The lack of urgency, communication, and compassion in a moment like this is unacceptable. I hate that this has been our experience because when your pet is sick, time matters. Right now, I'm just left wondering... where are the better emergency animal hospitals in the DMV?! Here's a more detailed and pointed update for Yelp that leans harder into the front-desk failure while still separating it from the doctor's care: Update: I want to be fair because the doctor deserves recognition. Once we were finally seen, she was excellent -- thorough, compassionate, and took the time to explain everything clearly. She even apologized for the lack of communication, which says a lot about her professionalism. But my issue remains with the front desk staff, and honestly, that part of this experience was unacceptable. As first-time pet owners rushing into an emergency with our 9-month-old puppy bleeding, vomiting, and clearly in pain, we walked in terrified. No one at the front explained the ER process, triage, or what to realistically expect. Instead, we were left sitting there for hours in complete uncertainty, repeatedly having to get up and ask for updates ourselves. Every time we asked, it felt brushed off with the same generic "there were other emergencies" response -- with no timeline, no compassion, no reassurance. What made it worse was the atmosphere at the front desk. While we were panicking and watching our puppy lay there weak and uncomfortable, the front desk felt more like a social gathering than an emergency hospital. There was laughing, chatting, snacking, and carrying on while families sat in distress. That lack of urgency and empathy was hard to stomach. No one expects immediate service in an ER, but basic human compassion and communication should never be optional. When people bring their pets into an emergency hospital, they are bringing family. The front desk is the first point of contact, and that first interaction sets the tone. In our case, it made an already traumatic situation feel even more isolating and frustrating. The medical team may have done their job, but the front-end experience failed us completely.

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    Do NOT apply here…read more There's only one doctor here, and she treats her employees terribly--constantly nitpicking, micromanaging, and making the work environment tense and miserable. She wonders why people keep quitting, but the truth is you either leave on your own (like I was fortunate enough to do) or you get fired for not being "perfect." You only get about 60 hours every two weeks, and there's zero room for growth--don't expect a raise or any kind of advancement. There's no direct deposit either. Your checks are mailed (sometimes late), because apparently the clinic "doesn't make enough money." Also, be prepared for constant political conversations whether you want to hear them or not. If you want to be respected and treated like a decent human being, this is not the place for you.

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    The good? The vet seems very knowledgeable, was able to visibly diagnose my cat (he followed up…read morewith tests to confirm) and prescribed a medicine that had my cat back to himself within a few days. He performed dental surgery on my cat and there were no post-op issues. My cat was healthy and happy after the vet. The no-so-good? 1) One of the cats they let roam around had an eye infection, I was concerned the cat would spread it but the vets assistant took the cat away when a customer brought it to her attention. 2) If you don't ask enough questions, they'll surprise you with the cost of their services. This can be true of any service but I inquired about their grooming service and comprehensive wellness check. They said it would cost around $600 (because of anesthesia). When I picked him up from his appointment they charged me $1,900!! The vet performed 7 tooth extractions and did not even call to let me know. The vet said to me, "I didn't think money was an issue" Because my pet insurance reimburses me 80%. But I still had to pay up front. I was surprised each tooth cost about $50-$75 and wish they'd been more transparent. They took off $200 to make me "feel better". ALWAYS ASK QUESTIONS and brush your cats coat and teeth so you don't need a vet for that. My lessons have been learned! 3) Another thing to keep in mind. The vet performed the surgery well, Koda had no post-op issues at all! However, because the vet has to stand while operating, he charges more. This is understandable given the vet seems to limp when they walk but again they didn't let me know that beforehand. I would trust them to perform an excellent surgery but ask as many questions about what to expect before you commit.

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