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    The Humane Society

    3.0 (298 reviews)
    Closed 8:30 am - 4:30 pm
    Updated over 3 months ago

    Services - The Humane Society

    Pet physical or wellness exam

    Pet vaccinations

    Community Service/Non-Profit

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    I went to the Humane Society this morning at 8:25am the staffed opened the doors a few mins after 8:30am and allowed people with appointments to sign in after they were finished they allowed the walk ins to sign in and so I did. After I signed in I asked a staff member at the front desk if I should make an appointment or just wait for my puppies to be seen but a rude flamboyant curly haired male said I need to wait my turn to make an appointment. I went and took a seat and waited for my name to be called and when he called me up they said they weren't taking walks in so I asked when was the soonest appointment I could make for my 3 puppies (all I wanted was a prescription to order a flea prevention online) he then said if it's for 2 or more dogs I need to pay a DEPOSIT and I asked how much is the deposit and he said $40 each dog and I had asked how is that a deposit if the appointment cost is $40 each pet so they wanted me to pay $120 up front today 9/9/26 for their soonest appointment in Oct.1.26 and I ask to speak to a supervisor because it made no sense to call it a "deposit" when it's the entire appointment fee his reasoning was because it's their policy since they have too many no call no shows. Which made no sense so Christina Marin came to the front and said "it's their policy" mind you I've read their policies and the only policy they have on their website for a deposit is $35 for euthanasia Christina kept demanding I pay $120 she was extremely rude she had an attitude when I had asked her to show me the policy she refused and then I said okay "I'll just book an appointment for one dog only" Christina then responded saying "No we are not doing today, you will still need to pay $40 for the one dog" and I told her but your policy for a deposit was for 2 or more dogs I no longer wanted to book my appointment for multiple dogs I just wanted one dog and she refused service so I requested to speak to someone higher which was Jill Henderson they said she wasn't available and called the police on me so as I wait the staffed continued to be rude the security officer was making rude comments and telling me "not to quit my day job to be an attorney" when I asked why are they refusing service. I called Jill and left her two voice mails because I was in disbelief how RUDE her staff is and tried reaching out to someone to get clarification on why NO ONE ELSE NEEDS TO PAY up front for 1 pet when in the end I just wanted to make an appointment for 1 pet instead of 3 but she emailed me back saying I was harassing her. Don't waste your time at this facility it's a joke. They are demanding full payment up front and calling it a deposit and telling you the appointment is next month. Which is absurd.. Jill didn't return my call. I recorded the entire incident at no point was I aggressive like the staff members. I highly recommend going to HIGHLAND VILLAGE PET HOSPITAL first time appointment is $30 and for an appointment after that it's $50 the staff is better than the human society staff. PLEASE feel Free to watch the video of the staff MIKE being disrespectful when I asked where their policy states I need to pay up front full price for an appointment for 1 dog. They are ridiculous there. ALL of their MULTIPLE ONE STAR BAD REVIEWS speak for themselves!!!

    Spay Neuter line to make an appointment at 9 AM. This is the Arrowhead Ave gate entrance I recommend waiting at if you're in a car.

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    Thank you, Mary. We are so sorry for your loss.

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    6 months ago

    They were great with my daughter and her doggie. Whole experience was great. Place was very clean staff was great

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    Thank you so much!

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    3 months ago

    You made my 14 year old baby suffer another 24 hours than he had to. I didn't appreciate the emotional to you cost on my family!

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    4 months ago

    They offer low cost spay and neutering of animals. Those involved genuinely love animals and always provide the best care possible!!!

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    Thank you, Bailey!

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    Thank you so much for this review, Miranda. We appreciate you.

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    8 months ago

    I will be returning here with my other cats, super clean, super nice friendly service and the value is amazing

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    Thank you for your review and feedback!

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    Ask the Community - The Humane Society

    Do you take surrenders?

    We are not the shelter or a rescue. So we do not take in, house or adopt animals. You will need to call your local animal control for this service.

    Do you take in abandoned kittens?

    Because we aren't a shelter, we do not take in abandoned animals.

    Is this an essential business that should remain open during our " stay at home orders" because of a national pandemic? What are your thoughts?

    Hi, Christine. Veterinary offices are on the list of essential businesses. At this time, we are open.

    How much for neuter of 20.6 lb. dog?

    You can find all our prices on our website! www.hssbv.org

    Is there a charge for first time consultation and do they do walk ins?

    They charge 25. For a visit with a vet sometimes will waive the fee, they take walk ins but it Is a wait. Better to make a Appoinymrnt

    How much would it be for my puppy's first exam, vaccines and deworming?

    Vet exam is $25 and vaccines range from $14 to $17 depending on what the pet needs. Dewomers is dependent on the pet's weight. ($7.50 - $12)

    Anyone know how much cremation is for a chiuahaha and if u pay before you pick up your pets remains or when you pick up your pets remains?

    the HSSBV uses Gateway for cremation services. Their charge is $80. It must be paid prior to cremation.

    Do you offer community service hours for high school students?

    You must be 18 and over to volunteer

    Does anyone know the extension to the front desk? Every time I call it just says welcome twice then says goodbye and hangs up.

    Hello! When you call our main number you can follow the prompts to be transferred to our appointment center/front desk! There is an extremely high call volume today since we were closed for the holiday so hold times may be longer than usual.

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    It was a tough call and visit but everyone I spoke to at the Humane Society was so nice and compassionate.

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