My cat was a long time patient, but the practice closed and records were forwarded to Northfield…read moreveterinary, but there was no way to get access to those records. There was a prescription for wet food, which I can't really needed, but I could not get it.

We live in CO and live on the shore for the summers or in this rare case the winter in hiding for…read morethe last 2 month plus since the holidays.... Our dog needed to go to the ER for a possible stroke - I looked up the closest VET ER and I couldn't find anything on the shore ... so Linwood is only 10m away right off of the Longport bridge. I called them in transit to facilitate coming in/the paper work. The entire office and team were nothing but professional/caring. They even connected with our VET in CO immediately to look at changes in his blood work panel. And we had Dr. Silit who I believe was just filling in for the day - but he had wonderful bedside manners and was so patience with our anxiety... This place also had plenty of Jiff peanut butter for my dog Winston. Yes - I def got an outside patient VET bill but if you are a dog owner .. that does not matter. Although - I do believe our insurance will cover part of it when we submit it for reimbursements. Things to NOTE: 1) BUSY and you wait in the parking lot and text when you have arrived unless you have an ER type situation 2) Very attentive and caring 3) Masks are worn and required for the owners (vaxxed or unvaxxed - doesn't matter 4) we def waited in anxiety without seeing our dog but I didn't feel like they were not doing what they were suppose to do.. if you are looking to save money - don't come here but if you have ER needs and care about your animal bc they are family ... then you come here.

Wait time of over 2 hours is totally unacceptable. Also having to constantly ask "how much longer"…read morewith anyone checking and keeping you updated shows a lack of customer service skills.

I found the veterinarian to be challenging to work with. Everyone is entitled to their opinion, but…read morerolling one's eyes and sighing in exasperation is unprofessional, especially toward a new puppy owner who is feeling insecure as it is. I will not return.

I took my dog here in a fit of panic and the staff was so friendly and accommodating! They reacted…read morevery quickly and helped ease my troubles. The waiting area was packed - but who really plans a trip to an emergency vet? I cannot express my appreciation for the staff and the compassion they gave. I highly recommend this office.

I don't understand how anyone could post negative reviews about Ocean Heights Animal Hospital or…read moreDr. Marina and Martin. First of all they are one of the few veterinary hospitals that are more concerned about your pets than they are about the almighty dollar. Dr. Martin spent a good number of years in Grenada to volunteer her time and her life to treat sick animals at no cost. Compared to other establishments they are quite reasonable. Both veterinarians and their staff are professional, knowledgeable, courteous, compassionate and most of all supportive when you are stressed and upset because your pet is ill or hurt. We have been taking our cats and dogs to them for many many years and have never received anything but kindness, support and compassion. Also, when they felt the treatment my pet needed was out of their area of expertise and they were uncomfortable about performing it, they were honest about it and sent us to a veterinary specialist. My Pug actually has his yearly wellness appointment and vaccines this afternoon and we always look forward to seeing these vets and their wonderful staff.

Very peaceful. Very thankful. Very professional. Glad this service exists. It is as simple as that.read more

I was referred to Dr. Matthews when the veterinarian my local animal hospital recommended did not…read morehave availability over the weekend. She performed an at-home euthansia for my 18-year-old baby, Teddy. Although I felt nauseous leading up to the appointment, Dr. Matthews treated the procedure with gentleness, professionalism, and understanding. She did not rush me one bit as I said my slow goodbyes, and she made the situation as bearable as possible. I hope I never have to go through this again, but, if I do, I would call Dr. Matthews.

I love animals and spend an embarrassing amount of time watching videos of LOLCats on YouTube. I…read morehad many cats as a child, but after my last feline pal passed away, I was too heartbroken to welcome another cat into my life. After a few years of mourning, my girlfriend knew I needed a new cat to love. She planned to find me a cat for Christmas, but even after searching most of the animal shelters in South Jersey, I couldn't find my forever friend. It wasn't until visiting the Humane Society of Ocean City (a town I frequently spend my summers in) that I met Wednesday. She was seven months old, playful, and black from head to tail. I formally adopted her on Valentine's Day, and we showered her with love ever since. The Humane Society gave me a folder containing her date of birth, medical records, and instructions to register her HomeAgain microchip. Either Wednesday is a preternaturally well-behaved cat, or the Ocean City Humane Society did a fantastic job at raising her. She never missed her litter box, scratched at the leather furniture in my living room, or attacked a human. She's extremely affectionate and loves to travel. Wednesday's vet is located directly across from the animal shelter, and her first checkup was free. I gave Wednesday a home, and in return, she gave me all her love. I'm thankful to the Human Society of Ocean City for bringing us together.

I called to ask about making an appointment for them to see our pet while we were visiting in town…read moreand the lady on the phone was very rude, kept cutting me off while I was talking. Finally agreed to take my information to "ask the doctor" about seeing her and never called me back, even after I specifically asked her to let me know ASAP and knowing our pet needed to be seen. I have donated money and items to the adoption side in the past, but will never use this vet office now, all because of this rude office person answering the phone. They may want to look into having their business represented by someone who is a little more friendly as a first impression.

Dr. Michel is the vet I have been searching for. She perfectly blends holistic and conventional…read moremedicine to give the best care for your pets. I prefer a holistic approach, but it's hard when In my experience many holistic vets don't want to deal with the mainstream side of medicine (tests, procedures, medication, etc.) when just managing the holistic side is a full-time job. As a result, I usually have to have two vets and they don't always agree on a treatment approach, which can be a problem. But somehow, Dr. M manages to do both and make it look effortless. It's the ultimate one-stop shopping for pet care. She offers cutting edge technology that I was not able to find anywhere else so I gladly made the three-hour round trip from my home. And look forward to doing it again anytime I need to. I appreciate that she is so knowledgeable and generously shares that knowledge - talking to her is like chatting with a friend, a brilliant friend. As busy as she is, she never makes you feel rushed and gives you all the time you need. The whole staff is amazing - shout out Anthony, Laura and Danica! Everyone is kind, compassionate and friendly, and the office is so homey it makes you feel like you're going to visit friends who just happen to be amazingly talented. Thank you all so much for taking such good care of my Riley.

Dr. Michelle hands down is the best vet in atlantic County. I cannot say enough good things about…read moreher and her staff. They actually care about your pet

Dr Petrie is best n Atlantic country he did great job n carrying four my 4 shelter doggies I hear…read morehe is going to retire I will surely miss him there only one problem its hard to get a appt he was right on top of my doggies problem s he resolved them great Vet I will surely mss himthank you

I love this place, everyone is friendly always clean, staff are good it's a pleasure go there I'm…read morehappy the way they take care my babies. Thank you so much for all you do

Would rate lower if I could. I brought my cat to this place to see if they could help my cat with a…read moretooth that was loss and swelling in the mouth. The vet gave me the impression I was an annoyance visit. She looked at the tooth said it would eventually fall out. Gave him a rabies vaccination and left for another appointment. She provided me some antibiotics. I took him to another doctor and the tooth was removed. Brigantine is a rip off. An expensive waste of money. I will never return.

I left a review on Google and since I can't reply, I wanted to respond here…read more First of all, I didn't keep you on the phone and simply babble. I listened to you explain how costly human rabies vaccines are and the process you experience with titer tracking to assure yourself that you are protected. I mentioned concerns about profits, yes. Especially with the plethora of alternatives and research proving long lasting immunity in some animals. I am concerned that our animals are being over medicated, like humans, and it is manifesting as increased chronic conditions. Sadly, premature deaths in some cases. Statistics are telling. Secondly, I didnt say I waited 3 hours. I said I should have blocked off 3 hours vs 2 for the entire experience considering I had another commitment at 630. My appointment was 430. I was considering travel with the mention of 3 vs 2 hours. I should have set more time aside. I am accustomed to a vet checking for heart-worm and checking stools. You had already told me during our 30 min conversation that blood work was not always needed, especially with younger dogs. I appreciate you reiterating that my dog showed no signs of illness and would not need further testing. But, even at past wellness visits my dog was tested for heartworm and stool tested. I did ask about a refill for heart worm medication at check out and was told that she would need a heart worm test first. I was able to get my refill so no worries. The only item I mentioned having at home was a brand new flea collar. A collar you said would prevent a potential flea infestation on my dog. I was surprised she even had a flea since we had taken her to a groomer for assessment and they did not see any despite the small inflamed patch on her skin. After you left medical room, I had to ask you if there was anything more that could be given to help with inflammatory response; then you brought up a steroid. I had to ask you since this option was not given to me before you left room. We both agreed if the collar did not resolve then I could call you in 2 weeks for said prescription. I came in because she was signaling discomfort in that area. I was not provided any offering or immediate solutions to relieve such. I assume that the steroid is not an option now despite paying for an exam. After I posted my google review, you felt the need to send me a Dear John letter. No mention that we could still receive a steroid which you recommended 2 weeks post appt. if she wasnt 100%. I am allowed to ask questions as I was interviewing you. Clearly that was burdensome to you and instead of politely ending our conversation on phone you now are portraying that you were forced to be on the phone. You shared your personal medical information w/ me when I was merely talking about my dog and concerns about synthetic medicines. They can have unpleasant side effects. I wanted to know if titer tests were available vs. potentially over stimulating my dog's immune system. We agreed to hold off on any vaccine until she was 100% health wise or that I may participate in a free clinic as I have done in the past. Again, I am allowed to choose natural or alternative treatments over chemical anything. You can't meet people like me half way. That is why I said I would not be coming back. I would like similar minded individuals to know that you aren't open to holistic, natural, or conservative care. Feedback may help another save time and money. Our only holistic vet in this county is no longer in practice so finding someone comparable will be difficult. I don't connect with condescending energy. It is not a welcoming energy. I am sure some people feel comfortable with you, I am not warning people about you being anything terrible. I am just stating the truth based on my experience. Individuals that prefer natural or question the billion dollar animal industry and conflicting research to justify such may want to consider looking elsewhere. That's all. Thanks for the reassurance you provided, that our dog is healthy and needed no extra tests or treatment beyond a collar. Thanks for also warning me about Amazon's fraudulent products. However, reality suggests there is a more pressing issue than just some people buying fake products. Again, I rarely shop Amazon for anything but appreciate the information. Regulators of these products have issued warnings too. It's accessible to the public on respected research and government websites. None of these direct resources mention Amazon but I 100% agree that is concerning. They mention transparency and risks associated with some chemical treatments commonly prescribed to pets but no mention of it being isolated to Amazon or any supplier. My last bit of feedback? Maybe do not speak negatively about natural health products or choices if you aren't an expert on them. A few of your statements didn't align and seemed contradictory. Final note, you saw one flea on her. I have the visit recorded.