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October 2024 by Leslie Gomez
They are great. The staff is super nice.
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October 2024 by Guy DiGrazia
Everyone is always smiling and happy to see you. The most important thing is your pets care. My dog especially loves Dr. Sullivan and so do I, she explains everything to you so you can understand she will repeat things if you don't, Merrick Animal Hospital is one of the best.Thanks to all at Merrick. Please keep up the work.
Cuddles and Guy
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October 2024 by Molly Vimont
Merrick is a fantastic vet office, they are always kind and compassionate. I live in the neighborhood, and all of the dogs around here are well taken care of at Merrick. When we go on walks past the vet, the dogs want to drag me in! I think that speaks volumes that my dogs aren’t afraid to go there. I’ve only had positive experiences, highly recommend!
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September 2024 by Mary Dvoulety
The doctor actually CARES about your pets well being here. Definitely recommend this vet!
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August 2024 by LISA NORTON
I brought my kitten there it was very clean the Dr was very kind and explained everything I have asked I felt very comfortable with the service.
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August 2024 by Barb C
We are blessed with this neighborhood vet! Moxy has been going since we adopted her. Front desk staff are friendly and helpful. Vet techs are kind and professional. Vets take their time and answer all your questions. Moxy has gotten her yearly checkups and vaccines. Been back for worm checks and issues. Also had ear infections. And she goes there now for grooming with Brittany! I highly recommend as they really are a neighborhood vet and not a corporate entity!
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July 2024 by Patty Vargas
**Review of Merrick Animal Hospital**
I recently visited Merrick Animal Hospital for my dog's yearly exam and was informed during the appointment scheduling that my dog needed a rabies vaccine. I explained that I wished to opt out of that particular vaccine but was fine with all others. The front desk personnel explained that the rabies vaccine is required by law and that I would need to speak to the vet.
Upon arrival for my appointment, the first question the vet tech asked was if I wanted the 1-year or 3-year rabies vaccine. She didn't bother to ask how my dog was doing or if I had any concerns. I replied that I wanted neither. She then informed me that they could not see my dog if I refused, as the vaccine is required by the state. I expressed my respect for their stance but questioned why I wasn't informed of this policy when I made the appointment. She had no answer other than noting that I had expressed my wish not to administer the rabies vaccine.
Dr. Horowitz then entered the room, clearly agitated, and spoke to me in a very aggressive tone. His demeanor immediately caused my dog to become anxious. The first words out of his mouth were that rabies vaccines are required by the state of Illinois and that their license could be revoked if they did not administer it. I responded that I understood and accepted their decision to cancel my appointment, as I did not want to jeopardize their license. He simply said "fine" and walked out.
If you're wondering why I am so adamant about the rabies vaccine, that makes you more human and empathetic than Dr. Horowitz and the entire staff at Merrick. I have had three dogs with adverse side effects from the vaccine, the worst being a sarcoma at the injection site. If even one person at that office had taken the time to ask, "Why do you not wish for your dog to have the rabies vaccine?" the outcome could have been different. I just wanted reassurance that adverse side effects are rare and that recent batches have shown fewer issues.
Dr. Horowitz and staff at Merrick, please do better by your patients. It is not all about revenue; you are in a service industry. Service your patients with empathy. Ask them questions and answer them with your knowledge. Help them feel comfortable with the vaccines you are administering. Take the time to explain the potential side effects.
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June 2024 by G Red
The staff are very nice and helpful. My dog Cody is a 9 year old chichuaua mix with an Enlarge heart and a heart murmer. He seen Dr. Sullivan she put my mind at ease saying that as far she can tell his condition was about a scale 2. And if it gotten little worse he could be put on medicine to help with his problem. I felt much better that I canceled his cardiologist appointment. Which would have cost me between $550 - $700. Which I don't have. I'm a worried dog mom that was a dark feeling thinking my baby was doomed. Now Dr. Sullivan put my mind at ease. Dr. Sullivan did a physical and said he's healthy for his age, and for me to keep up whatever I'm doing. Just keep an eye on his heart, getting checking up over time. Thanks Dr. Sullivan for listening to me about my concerns and not rushing me through the exam. I would recommend this hospital Dr. Sullivan.
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June 2024 by Terry Mendez
Best vets office around! Been going there for over 45yrs
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June 2024 by karie Vlach
My kitten was sick . I was not sure what was wrong .They held my hand. It turned out she was just a picky eater . The love they showed me and her was wonderful. I have my pain in the but little girl back . Thank you everyone
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June 2024 by Katherine Brown
Refreshing to find people who care about your pet and less about your wallet. Dr. Lihosit is amazing - very detailed and happy to answer all sorts of questions no matter how small ? my dogs will be going back to her - its worth the drive for me!
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May 2024 by Divinaa
Forever love Merrick! ❤️
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May 2024 by Princess
Love this place ❤️
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May 2024 by Angie Goodman
They are nice and professional
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May 2024 by Bryce Malhiot
I brought my cat in to get her checked out a few years ago and was prescribed a steroid. Within 24 hours my cat experienced congestive heart failure and I rushed her back in to see the doctor. I asked if it was possible the steroid caused it, he said no, and then suggested I put her to sleep. I went to Arbor Animal Hospital for a second opinion, where I was told the steroid could have caused the congestive heart failure. The vet at Arbor disagreed that euthanasia was the appropriate response and said she believed we could get her stable (she had kidney disease and hyperthyroidism). With medication she lived almost 3 more happy and healthy years, and when the medications were no longer able to keep her condition stable, we made the decision to put her down at the right time, not prematurely like Merrick advised.
