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October 2023 by Erika G.
Sadly, I need to update. After loving Blum (the independent vet) for years, they went downhill quickly after VCA took them over.Accidentally double-dosing my precious dog with a vaxx. Shoddy nail trims, or forgetting them altogether. Super expensive charges. Lots of turnover at the front desk, my favorite vets are gone. A general unfriendliness and lack of patience with my quirky, yet precious, rescue dog. I've already switched vets. It's sad, because I loved Blum for many years. It's just not the same vet anymore.
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August 2023 by Brianna Jones
To start off the dr that saw my cat was nice and gave me all the information I needed to take care my cat moving forward as I’m a first time pet owner . However, one guy at the front desk that sits all the way to the left at the end was very rude and mean to me . I told him that I had the first free pet exam healthy start and he still billed me and told me take it up with my insurance. When I repeatedly showed him that I had the healthy start certificate he continued to say that they don’t accept that and to take it up with my insurance. I was nothing but kind and respectful to him and he continued to be rude for no reason . Unfortunately this is the reason why this was my FIRST & Last Visit A this animal hospital. Luckily I called the hospital when I got home and some kind lady helped me out with everything. It’s sad that people take their personal problems to work with them and take it out on others .
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August 2023 by Stacy Sargent
I could not ask for a kinder, more intelligent, or experienced doctor than Dr. Cohen. He recently was there for my boyfriend and I, as my precious cat crossed the rainbow bridge. He has an amazing bedside manner and both he and Blum were so elegant and thoughtful, both throughout that process and throughout several years of going there. I cannot recommend them highly enough.
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August 2023 by Brianna J.
The dr that saw my cat was very nice and informative when it came to my pet health. however, when it comes to their front desk employees the guy Jesse A. that sit all the way at the end to the left short blond hair was very rude and mean to me for no reason . despite me being very nice and kind he was very rude while his coworkers sat back and watched and did nothing . I told him I had the healthy start certificate for my cat and that my first visit is free he stilled preceded to bill me and stated that I needed to contact my insurance which made no since at all . instead of arguing with him I went home and called them and a lady helped me out with everything. Unfortunately due to Jesse and his coworkers not intervening and helping me this would be my FIRST And LAST time bring my cat at this animal hospital . People shouldn't bring their personal problems to work with them .
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August 2023 by Caleb K.
Dr. Sheehan was awesome! Super friendly and walked my fiancé through everything we need to do for our dog! We will definitely be bringing our other dog back to her and so happy we found her!!! Thank you so much! Bowser says thank you too!
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July 2023 by Sarah Robinson
highly recommend Blum! The staff is absolutely amazing! My dog never has issues going there and looks forward for his treats at the end of exam. If you have an emergency they will make sure you're seen as soon as possible!
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July 2023 by Sarah D.
Dr. Gage is the most kind hearted vet we have ever met! She has a palpable love for animals that goes above and beyond the norm when meeting vets. She instantly got on the floor with my pup and told her how beautiful she was and started giving her the sweetest greeting to put my dog at ease. The entire time we were speaking about my concerns, she kept my dog involved and included her in the conversation. She kept checking in with her and giving her so much love. She gave incredible medical advice and introduced us to innovative new treatments. She spent so much time explaining everything to us and made sure we felt comfortable with all the options. I can't say enough amazing things about her, vets like Dr. Gage are hard to come by and she is truly one of a kind!
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July 2023 by Marcus Rice
Lovely people. Outstanding care and attention. We were new patients and our old vet couldn't see us when our cat needed urgent care, but we were able to get an appointment right away with these folks.
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June 2023 by Trevor K.
Great staff. I felt extremely comfortable with them keeping you informed about what's going on and why.. The only thing that caught me off guard was a $54 charge for taking my pups blood pressure. $54 to get blood pressure? Really clean office and rooms.. I will be recommending friends and family here
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June 2023 by jordan miller
I recently had my first appointment with Dr. Scott, and she is fantastic! I had blood work done, and I missed your call regarding the results and left a fantastic voicemail that I understood it all. All-around great experience. I was a client of Wrigleyville, and wow what a difference in every way.I recommend!
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May 2023 by Elizabeth L.
What a fabulous experience with the Blum Animal STAFF -- Great!! -- And especially a huge thank you and great care (and caring!) to Dr Bridget Sheehan!! Brought my 10 year old puggle, Moose, to Blum for a second opinion... What a great veterinarian!! Was completely on top of the mass growing on my little guy as well as on top of his new arthritis as well as his irritable bowel. Blum has followed up; has returned calls and left voice mails with specific advice and I've received a sweet note from Dr. Sheehan!! Fantastic!!Having my 30 year vet, Dr Jane Lohmar , retire has led to challenges (Jane is a FANTASTIC VET!). I'm relieved and thrilled at finding Dr Sheehan!!! THANK YOU TO ALL OF BLUM AND A REALLY BIG THANK YOU TO DR BRIDGET SHEEHAN!!!
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May 2023 by Valerie Zavislak
I have been going to Blum Animal Hospital for years and never had any issues until this last year. The front desk people are nice but the vet technicians and doctors can be rude and unprofessional. I have a 7 year old Australian Shepherd who has never required medication for anxiety before and never had issues receiving his routine vaccines and exams. Earlier this Month he had a routine visit for vaccinations and to check a lump on him. The vet staff (Doctor and Technician) took too long to get setup / asking so many routine questions and had 3 vet staff in the room which was a bit excessive which futher increased my dog's anxiety when it came time for his shots, despite the muzzle they did not complete the services and I got charged an examination fee. I had to schedule another appointment where he would be prescribed anti-anxiety medication to take prior to the visit. I did exactly as instructed and gave him 1 pill the night before and 2 pills 2 hours before the stressful event (which is very difficult knowing my dog) he does not take pills easily. On the walk over he did seem relatively calmer and when we got there he was still calm. I brought his own treats to help him. The vet staff brought him into the exam room and put him on the table and he got agitated so they refused services for a second time. They then prescribed him a second medication costing me more money. The Doctor was also very rude to me and tried to shame me for his anxiety and my training habits. It was an extremely frustrating experience to have scheduled two appointments and spent so much money for them not to have provided services to my pet and lecture me. I never have had any issues up until these last two visits. I now have to take off more time during work to bring him in for a third time and have him take multiple medications before the visit. It has not been a pleasant experience with Blum animal hospital. They're also very pricey and overcharge for a lot of vaccines compared to other veterinary clinics. I will be looking into alternative vets in Chicago after this last visit.
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April 2023 by Jenn
While the kindness is appreciated from the front desk staff, I would NOT recommend Dr. Cohen.When inquiring about an outcome that could have been avoided, I was met with deflection of liability, not sincerity. I implore you reading this to find another surgeon. They can probably administer vaccines safely but I'd never go back even for that.-A pet trainer(My best friend is a groomer, her cat was misdiagnosed here. Most of us in the pet industry DO NOT support blum.)
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January 2023 by Garifalia K.
The vet staff here are compassionate and knowledgeable. My cat Mo went here and they are hands down the best animal care I have gotten for her. They gave me constant updates during her visits when I needed to drop her off. She always received lots of love here. As a senior kitty and a rescue she had wellness visits and dentals here. Her vet was caring and the techs were great with her. I would recommend whether you have a cat or a dog to bring your fur baby here.
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December 2022 by Rosie Bross
Dr. Sheehan–and the rest of the team at Blum–provide thorough, thoughtful, and kind care for my pet. I've been entrusting them with my dog's health for over a year and they continue to impress and support me in troubleshooting care-related concerns. I've recommended my vet to a number of friends in the Chicagoland area.
