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September 2024 by Renee in Fort Myers FL
updated: 09/16/2024
I absolutely love this vet practice. I'm sad that Dr. Billhartz is no longer with Southport, however the rest of the amazing staff still is! My girl Gracie ABSOLUTELY LOVEEESSSS going to the vet! TRUST ME, her past vet records at another practice in Georgia tells a completely different story. Dr. Marlar is INCREDIBLE and her entire team is INCREDIBLE! I trust Murray with my babies more than I have ever trusted any other vet tech ever. He has an amazing way with the animals. Murray is amazing and so are the other vet techs there, as well. Everyone in that office genuinely cares deeply about the animals and their best wellbeing. The reception team is truly underrated! - even though everyone comments on how sweet and kind they are I don't feel those words describe them good enough - they are hands down the absolute best! They are soooooooo thoughtful, welcoming, helpful, funny and loving toward every animal that walks through their doors! I can't say enough great things about Southport but I feel that the fact that I felt the need to provide 3 reviews/updates should speak volumes. I absolutely recommend this vet practice 100%. I thank them for everything they've done for me and my beloved pets.
100% GREAT experience on 10/05/2022 - Lived in Fort Myers and when hurricane Ian hit and the entire swfl area lost power, all of the vet offices were closed and lost a lot of their medications. My 15yr old guy was needing his Cytopoint shot and Southport Animal Hospital did not hesitate when I called them and explained our circumstance and asked if they could help and give William his shot - they said no problem. We drove 2 hrs, walked in and within 15 mins we were out the door with William receiving his shot. They were so warm and welcoming and empathetic.
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Now, fast forward to today - I permanently move to Fort Lauderdale and am in need of a vet for a new dog I adopted and my cat. Guess who I immediately call. You bet, Southport Animal Hospital! And let me tell you, with my new dog, Gracie, she has a history of aggression at her old vet office (her previous family made sure I had all of her records) ....so needless to say, I was so apprehensive about how her vet visit would go. So far, she has been to Southport Animal Hospital twice and saw Dr. Billhartz (LOVE HER!) and Dr. Bufalieri (LOVE HIM!) and both times Gracie walked out of the office confident and happy!!!! She loves loves loves Heather, Liz, and the whole reception team! And she loves Murray and all the techs!! I feel 100% confident that she is going to be taken care of properly with love, kindness and understanding of her fear issues. This office is such a blessing to me and Dr. Billhartz who is chief in command is just kindness and love. And the rest of her team reflect that. Amazing people in this office. Loving, kind and thoughtful people in this office. I'm so grateful for them all.
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July 2024 by Jane Marino
Best experience! Maximus love it. The whole staff is amazing!
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July 2024 by Jose C Fernandez
Very attentive and polite staff, great service in general. Dr Billhartz was very nice to my dog Wilson.
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June 2024 by Corina F.
Keli Marler and her staff are absolutely AMAZING! I have been bringing my cat Mimi La Rue here for years and will continue bringing her here. The staff is so kind and knowledgeable. Thank you all so much for continuing your excellent service!
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June 2024 by Karem Peralta
I love Southport hospital. They’re always nice and take good care of my cats
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June 2024 by Patrick Crowley
I left a negative review about Dr. Grabowski because of that I’m banned from seeing any Doctor here. I wanted to see a good vet named Dr. Danielle BillHartz, For an emergency with my dog eye that is infected, they refused because of my past review of Vet Groboeski dr.G was an unprofessional nightmare..They said they tried to reach me =not! Of course I have an iPhone, that records any calls &’voicemail. I never received a call regarding my last review in late summer. I guess criticism is not allowed here!
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May 2024 by Chris Dozier
Love this place! Even my Betsy, Betsy likes coming here. Everyone is sweet and helpful.
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May 2024 by Leigh B
Excellent Knowledgable staff, always smiling, kind and helpful. A special shout out to Dr. Billhartz, Chief of Staff...I wish human hospitals were run like this
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May 2024 by Samantha Luntz
We love Southport Animal Hospital for our pups. The entire team is wonderful. They are great with our pups and always follow-up post visit (or emergency vet visit) to ensure they are doing okay. We love Dr. Marlar.
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May 2024 by Theresa Childers
We have been going to Southport Animal Hospital for over 8 years. The staff and doctors are wonderful and very caring. I feel like my fur babies are in good hands. My sweet baby girl just had a procedure last week and she did great. They followed up with me every day to make sure she was doing well. Thank you to the doctors and staff for taking care of my sweet Lilly.
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April 2024 by Jess Elek
I have been bringing my dogs to Southport Animal Hospital for over 10 years. Dr. Marlar has been wonderful and caring. I love how she always calls to follow up and see how her patients are doing, no other doctors do that! She has been able to help us with some tough medical issues, and goes the extra mile to the point of writing a card when our pups have passed away. These extra gestures of hers speaks volumes and are really appreciated and noticed, so thank you Dr. Marlar.
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April 2024 by Sharon Frascella
Veterinarians and Techs are very knowledgeable and very caring !
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March 2024 by Beth Black
Dr. Mylar and all the amazing staff at Southport have taken such wonderful care of my Nesta for almost 15 years now, and I wouldn't have it any other way. They have also taken care of my 10 year old pit Blu with love, experience and knowledge. Whenever we need them, they are there. Thank you all for being the best!
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February 2024 by Michelle Rodriguez
I have been going to Southport Animal Hospital for 6 years for my dogs. We love Dr. Marlar there and have a huge amount of respect for her. However, after today we won't be back. My dog who was just at a checkup two weeks ago had continuous vomiting and diarrhea. I was traveling and came back to bring him to the Vet we trust. I called as soon as the office opened and without any compassion or caring they said they were full and could not see him. Even after pleading with the lady who responded, she just coldly said to take him to an emergency vet even though it is during business hours. What is the point to have a Vet you trust when they turn their heads when you need them the most. This is very unfortunate and sad.
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February 2024 by Maria Alvarez
Easy to get appointment, efficient and thorough.
