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January 2024 by Lauren Trush
Disappointed and Disrespected at Affinity Veterinary CenterMy 10-week-old Shiba Inu puppy, Kota, injured her foot while playing. Due to our recent adoption, we hadn't established a regular vet yet, but Affinity was familiar from taking our cats there. We called them after-hours and they were able to see us, which we initially appreciated.We brought her in last night 1/2/24 and the vet we saw was nice, however, she couldn't definitively diagnose Kota's injury. Although we agreed to pay for X-rays hoping for a clear answer, even the X-rays left doubt. Frustratingly, the vet then offered for a further, expensive evaluation of the X-rays, even though when I asked she said it wouldn’t change the treatment plan either way. This insistence on additional charges without definitive benefit felt unsettling and, frankly, money-grabbing. We opted out of that and they wrapped Kotas leg in a bandage which looked very bulky. They also gave us a “boot” to put over the bandage to “keep it dry”, which was made from some sort of plastic, medical bag that appeared to be previously used as it had remnants of a peeled-off sticker on it and was laced with gauze through slits they cut into the bag. It seemed very strange. They also emphasized to make sure Kota continued to walk on her leg with the bandage.This morning it became clear, however, that Kota could not walk with the way her leg was bandaged. I called back to express concerns, and they said we could bring her back to take another look.My sister brought her back in today 1/3/24 for the second visit. She saw a different vet, Dr. Meredith, who I later learned is the owner of the practice. Her demeanor was aggressive and condescending. She accused us of "babying" Kota and questioned our understanding of pain. Instead of addressing the issue with the bandage, she dismissed our concerns and made my sister feel like a nuisance.To top it all off, Dr. Meredith claimed Kota needed a rabies shot stating that she is “required by law” to give her the shot - an intimidating and untrue statement. My sister initially agreed because she felt she had to, but when the vet left the room my sister called me to ask what to do as she knew we already had plans to get Kota her rabies shot elsewhere. I told her to decline the shot. When she did, Dr Meredith lashed out at both my sister and her own staff stating “now you’re going to have to redo all the paperwork” creating an unprofessional and hostile atmosphere.After hearing how the second appointment went from my sister, I called the office to try to better understand what happened and Dr. Meredith declined to speak with me. We ended up paying additional fees for a pointless second visit and left feeling disrespected, frustrated, and worried about Kota's well-being. This is not the kind of care I expect from a veterinarian, especially one entrusted with my beloved puppy.While the other staff at Affinity may be friendly, the owner's behavior is unacceptable. I urge anyone considering this practice to look elsewhere. There are plenty of other qualified vets who prioritize animal welfare and treat their clients with respect, something Affinity sorely lacks.
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September 2023 by Brooke Tocci
We recently switched to Affinity and it was the best decision we could have made. Each and every staff member is kind and compassionate. They take their time, provide incredible insight, and truly love their patients. Thank you, Affinity, for providing guidance and support through a difficult time.
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November 2022 by Elizabeth Cain
I’ve been taking my dog to Affinity since I adopted him 10 months ago. They are amazing and so caring! He recently had a bout of gastroenteritis and was vomiting repeatedly. The team told me to bring him in right away and immediately ran some tests to identify what was going on. Dr. Goss recommended he receive supportive care at a pet hospital overnight, but couldn’t find any area hospitals with room. The team was able to care for him there until they were able to find a spot open later that day. He’s fully recovered thanks to their amazing efforts! They really came through during the most frightening experience I’ve ever had with my dog. They are fantastic and I trust them completely!
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September 2022 by Laura Olah
We’ve taken our dogs to Affinity for years and have had great care. Dr Meredith and staff were loving and professional with our Doberman and have been equally as great with our Great Dane. Not sure what the below poor reviews are all about - retaliation or just paid negativity these days - but our family has benefited from excellent care, genuine concern for canine health, and strong vet skills of staff.
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September 2022 by John Gillespie
Affinity Vet is amazing. I have a reactive dog, and she LOVES to go there. When my dog is happy to see people, I know they are good, loving people. You and your pet will be treated with compassion and respect.
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August 2022 by D B.
Brought my pet here and saw the owner forcing an employee to sign illegal contracts and decided I didn't feel comfortable having them treat my pet.
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August 2022 by Erica Flickinger
We are so thankful we found Affinity! Our rescue pup, Rusty, has had more than his fair share of issues over the years, and Affinity has been by our side every step of the way providing amazing care. Every staff member has treated Rusty as if he was their own, and that comfort goes such a long way. A bonus is the office set-up, it lacks the cold, sterile feel of other offices we tried first. Dr. Meredith and her staff are thorough and have caught things early which have allowed us so much extra time with our sweet boy. We cannot say enough wonderful things about Affinity!
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August 2022 by Jessica Martin
Our French bulldog has been going here for 5 years and we have nothing but positive things to say about this place! Our dog has been treated like family and we wholeheartedly trust Affinity to advise and treat our dog appropriately. They are reasonable when it comes to pricing and the staff is very friendly. Highly recommend Affinity for any and all pet care services!
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August 2022 by Taylor Verner
I met Dr Meredith during the pandemic at one of the hardest times of my life. My beloved dog was suffering and at the end of his life. My vet at the time would not allow me to come into the office with my dog and I couldn’t NOT be there for his last moments.I left Dr Meredith’s office a tearful message explaining the situation, hoping she could help. She responded with warmth, compassion, and understanding. She came to my home and let my family say goodbye to our sweet boy, rubbing my back as I sobbed. She then checked on me that evening and again a few days later.I was so grateful for and touched by her treatment of the situation that I left my previous vet and came to her when my new puppy came home.The office is clean and homey. The nurses are kind. The Vets on staff are knowledgeable, pragmatic, and thorough in their examination.I cannot recommend Affinity Vet Center enough. Your human and animal family members are in good hands ❤️
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August 2022 by Angela Ecenbarger
We've been taking our pets to Affinity for the last 6 years. We continue to be delighted with the care we all receive there. Each staff member is professional, kind, thoughtful and knowledgeable. I have never felt rushed or like we were a burden. Dr. Goss, Dr. Meredith and Dr. Bolash are expert diagnosticians who listen incredibly well to our concerns and fears. Our boxer lived to be 16 years old. I credit her longevity, in large part, to the excellent care she received at Affinity.
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August 2022 by Francesca Hamilton
I decided to start going to Affinity Veterinary Center when my prior dog, Daisy, was diagnosed with mammary carcinoma. I came to them for a second opinion and Dr. Bolash was a breath of fresh air compared to the prior practice that I had been with for over 11 years. When I had to put Daisy to rest, the staff made the sad event as "pleasurable" as they could for both Daisy and myself. They let us do it outside and they had a blanket, tissues, treats, a bed and anything else I could desire. Without even having a relationship with me, they were the kindest people on that tragic day. Since Daisy's passing, I have gotten another puppy, Cully, in May and every time we go there, they treat him like he is a rockstar. He gets the royalty treatment. It's such a comfortable and welcoming environment thanks to all of the wonderful people who work there that I would have no worries leaving him in their care for an extended period of time. I'm confident they would treat him as if he were their own dog. I don't know about the administration and all of these other negative reviews out there, but I absolutely adore the staff and wouldn't feel comfortable going anywhere else at this point. The people are what make a good environment...so I can only hope that the wonderful staff are being treated fairly otherwise I would believe they would leave. Anyway...I can only speak from my own experience and I have absolutely only the best things to say about this practice. 100% would recommend!!!
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August 2022 by wayne villella
I have been using Affinity Vet for about 4 years now and can not say enough great things about this practice. From the front office staff to the doctors, they are the most caring individuals ever.We have never felt neglected or felt like we did not matter.Highly recommended!
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August 2022 by Gary C.
Prior to coming to Affinity Veterinary Center, I had seen a handful of other vets and even had my dog examined at the University of Pennsylvania. He had suffered for a couple of years with terrible gastrointestinal issues. No one could seem to get to the bottom of the issue other than just treating the symptoms with a suspected diagnosis of bowel disease. Dr. Meredith recommended an endoscopy on my dog and was able to provide a definitive diagnosis of a type of inflammatory bowel disease. Along with continuing to treat any symptoms she put him on medication to help prevent the symptoms in the first place. This was really a life changer for him and me. I've been a continual client since then, which has been seven or eight years at this point. They are responsive, extremely caring, extremely knowledgeable, and despite being there at times for my dog being ill, the visits are always pleasurable. And my dog doesn't seem to mind them at all and believe me he's not the most friendly one. I'm thankful that I found a place such as this for the care of my pet and any pets to come!
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August 2022 by Jessie S.
I would recommend Affinity Veterinary to anyone and everyone that owns a pet. Not only is staff knowledgeable about current treatment options, they also treat animals as if they were their own, without being pushy. I completely trust their care. My dog has severe allergies and we were at a loss of options at our prior vet. In desperation, I searched the internet and started calling other vets. Affinity stood out on the initial phone call and I decided to give things a try. Dr. Fuery took the time to understand our situation, gave recommendations, and worked patiently with us while we attempted to see what worked best for our dog. Not only was in the in office care wonderful, but the multiple calls to check in our dog after the visit showed they genuinely care about her health and quality of life. We will not be going anywhere else!
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August 2022 by Gregory P.
Affinity is the best vet around! They are wonderful! My dog Lily always receives excellent care from the kind and attentive staff. I wouldn't go anywhere else!
