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November 2023 by Lee lian Salomon
"For the past three years, I've trusted this vet with my dogs' care, primarily for routine shots and care for my of furry companions. However, my recent experience has left me feeling disappointed and frustrated. During my last visit, I came in to get shots for my dog, and to pic up simparica trio.I requested that a technician administer the shots, as it was not necessary for my dog to see the doctor, and I wanted to save on costs. To my surprise, the staff insisted that I see the doctor, even though it was unnecessary for my dog's situation. This insistence on an unnecessary consultation ended up inflating my bill significantly. I walked out with a staggering $500 bill, which was a huge jump from what I had paid in the past for similar services.Furthermore, I later discovered that the ownership of the veterinarian had changed hands, and it's become evident that the new owner prioritizes profits over the well-being of pets and the satisfaction of their clients. The lack of transparency in price increases was disheartening.I write this review to inform others of my experience and urge them to be cautious when dealing with this vet. It's vital to be aware of the changes and make an informed decision when choosing a vet for your beloved pets."It was definitely my last visit there…
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October 2023 by Julie Santos
My dog ate a combat roach bait and I panicked. They took her in and did an exam and called the poison control center for animals. They took such great care of her. Staff was extremely friendly and caring!
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October 2023 by Eric Joyce
That place in the people that work there are phenomenal.!!! Very polite and respectful and very caring great bunch of people that work there two thumbs up....
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October 2023 by Joanne DeMeo
Always professional and caring for my precious puppies. Have been their client for 40 yrs.
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June 2023 by Taylor Domanski
The staff is SUPER friendly and very nice! They are a great vet and take care of my dogs which I appreciate more than anything. We went to another vet before this, we switched here when an issue happened with one of my pups and they were able to squeeze us in same day and I’m grateful that we did. I am very happy here. I will be telling everyone how amazing they are and will recommend!
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June 2023 by corey dawson
DO NOT GO HERE!!The doctors are terrible. They charged us over $1,000 to take X-rays of my dog when he was limping. They told us they do not know what is wrong and sent us on are way. We come back 2 weeks later because the limping was worse they tell us there’s nothing they can do and charged us $280. I did not want to pay this because they did NOTHING to help my dog. They said we need to pay or they will call the police. This use to be a good places to go to but all I can say now is DO NOT GO HERE. They have old doctors that have no idea how to treat dogs they act like they know what is going on but then want to charge $200 to send it to a doctor that will know the answer. Trust me save your money and see a real doctor.
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June 2023 by laura pelaia
They really came through for us last week. While we have used them before for other pets and occasional ferals from a local colony, they never saw Max, who we rescued in July. When Max and my husband go attacked by a loose dog, I called SAVA to see f they could see Max on an emergency situation. We and police did not think injuries were life threatening, but the bites were severe, and we did not wan to wait 5 or 6 hours and one of the specialty hospitals. They agreed to see him, and Dr. O'Rourke and team spent 2 hours cleaning, suturing and inserting drains. I am sure this screwed up their existing appointments (sorry to everyone who we inconvenienced). He was hurting a few days, but getting stronger every day. The drains were removed yesterday, and they prevented any swelling etc. in the multiple wound sites. We are so very grateful to SAVA for helping our Maxie. We lost our Brinda last June, rescued Max in July and we can't even think about what could have been.
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May 2023 by June Brandes Chu
Dr. O'Rourke and her staff have taken care of our mini-Poodle, Cosmo, for 19yrs. The office visits have been friendly and professional ever since he was a 10 week old puppy. Each phase of his life span has been carefully monitored .As Cosmo aged and needed to see Drs. Szydlowski and Moore more frequently these past 4 months , the kindness & gentleness demonstrated by them and the staff , was heartwarming . Sadly, Cosmo was at the point last week where the difficult decision had to be made. Dr. O'Rourke and her assistants were there to support ,guide and assist every step of the way. The empathy shared was beyond compare . The time given for us to stay with our beloved dog before, during and after the procedure in a respectful & personal manner ,was allotted . Emotional Care was given to Cosmo- and to us, with follow-up afterwards. We will be forever grateful for the support , provision of time to grieve without being rushed, and the heartfelt words shared . Thank you for all you do!
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May 2023 by Brittney Clifton
I’m so happy i chose this vet as our main one they always squeeze me in when my dog is having issues and are so compassionate and caring when it comes to him 10/10 recommend
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April 2023 by Toni Ann Fox
My whole family has been using this horrible excuse for a veterinarians office for atleast 20 years, we traveled a few towns over because we really liked a vet there that left that practice for very good reason I’m assuming since they are losing me as a customer starting today. The woman at the front desk is a complete mess, not only does she have no idea what is going on or how to use the computer even,bshe obviously has no care for animals. These people suggested a vaccination for my moms dog 10 months ago and since then she’s lost a significant amount of weight, my mom brought her in and they said she has stage 4 heart mur mur when 10 months ago she had no mur mur at all … I looked up the vaccination and many people have said it causes heart problems on top of many other things. My mom went in to drop off samples because they are running tests as if they care even tho my mom has to pay for all of this due to their negligence. While there she told them about our findings on the vaccination and how they should let other people know or not offer the shot anymore and they just simply answered “I can’t do that” terrible experience all around I wouldn’t bring any of my animals back to this vet if they paid me to.
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February 2023 by Samantha Hanson
SAVA is the best. We were nervous to leave our old vet when we moved to Toms River, however SAVA made the transition seamless. We have a senior cat, with lots of medical issues and the vets, especially Dr. Sydlowski, are patient, kinda and thorough every time we come in. I cannot say enough good things about this team!
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January 2023 by MJ Flammer
Took great care our our family pet! Diagnosed a condition that since being seen has improved significantly.
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December 2022 by Joseph Smorra
They are great my dog loves to vist the vet.
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October 2022 by Caitlen Berg
I'm very happy with the care my puppy has received so far. The staff is friendly and knowledgeable. All decisions and tests/ procedures have been explained well.
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September 2022 by Cynthia Haak
I went there with my pup and was ridiculed about my dogs age that he looked much older then 4 and his coat and his appearance I'm there because my dog was collapsing and it took me days to even get appointment. But then to make me feel bad and like saying all this bad stuff about him.not even really focusing on his situation.I felt she did nothing but tell me to go to north star emergency veterinarian hospital didn't even do but 5 min if that assessment and I payed 80 to a veterinarian with a disposition of a mean person no compassion ? ? made me feel very badly about my dog..I sped up to emergency hospital to wait for 4 to 5 hrs or more to see a doctor...total waste of money that I didn't even have and I would never recommend her to anyone ..had the nerve to send estimate on things that possibly didn't even need to be done and the quotes where almost more then Hospital...Thank Gosh I was able to go to Barnegat animal hospital back to.Dr Schwerst is fantastic experienced and just drew blood and knew exactly ? percent he was dehydrated and blood was not flowing for why he was collapsing he kept overnight and gave IV and bloodwork and brought him back to himself...was not the heart it was dehydration and I wasted alot of money on getting no where...357 dollars.is all the man charged me not the astronomical amount Dr. Moore was trying to get from me..it's an absolute shame that they even took my money...Disgraceful
