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January 2024 by cameron kaufmann
I just wanted to make a post about Staten Island Animal Hospital ! Valerie KaufmannLast night we took our Roxie girl to the vet because she had been so sick all day and vomiting blood. She had all check ups done and some injections to make her belly feel better, as well as pumped with some fluids ! Thank god she was okay. Now today, she’s all back to herselfThank you Dr. Rosen and everyone here for fitting her in last minute and getting Roxie back to herself !!
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January 2024 by amanda foresta
ZERO STARS! STAY AWAY FROM THIS PLACE! I repeat STAY AWAY…it took me a long time to sit down and write this due to my anger. I had the misfortune of dealing with these people when I brought in my cat, Winka, for her shots & for a chipping and grooming back in April of 2023. No issues when she received her shots BUT for her grooming and chipping and to quote the brain dead vet “an oversight” almost caused my cats death. She was retuned to me with a plastic tube STILL IN HER ARM and when we got home she immediately pulled it out causing blood to spew everywhere. This then resulted in an almost 2 hour struggle to get my sedated cat back to these people as she was terrified and bleeding out all over my apartment, it looked like a crime scene. We finally brought her back after numerous calls and was told yet again they didn’t know why it happened and why that piece was left in her arm that it was an “oversight”….They are lucky I haven’t sued them and then they had the audacity to still expect payment even though the service I requested wasn’t done properly. If you care about your pet, don’t ever leave them in the care of these negligent, greedy, awful people.
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December 2023 by Ryan Nicotera
If I could rate this establishment zero stars I would. I wanted to add onto the story below.Winka is also my cat and as mentioned by Amanda, during a routine procedure (shaving a mat on her back), a catheter used to administer anesthetic was left in Winka’s arm after the procedure, still attached to her vein.When we brought her home, Winka pulled out the tube and immediately began bleeding out.In a panic we called the animal hospital and they said it had been left in as an “oversight.” They told us both the same thing and used the same word - “oversight.”If such an “oversight” happened while treating a human patient, this would’ve been malpractice case.Our house looked like a murder scene - there was blood everywhere.If we had not been able to get her back in time she would’ve died.Since this happened, the arm that was harmed now jerks spasmodically. It never did before that day.So a simple procedure resulted in an emotionally traumatized and neurologically damaged pet, and they had the gall to charge us $188 for it.If you value your pet’s life, do not bring them to Staten Island Animal Hospital under any circumstances.
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December 2023 by Elizabeth Campanella
We've been taking our dogs here for many years, Dr. Ruderman (now retired) was our amazing vet. One Saturday afternoon in November of 2014, when our first dog Louie became suddenly ill, we rushed him there as an emergency. It became clear that the best course of treatment for him was to cross the Rainbow Bridge, and it was past closing by this time. The staff stayed there late with us, allowing additional family from different ends of the island and New Jersey too, to get there so they could say goodbye. They never rushed us or made us feel as if we were an inconvenience to them. They made sure to tell us multiple times to take all the time we needed and even asked us if we needed more time before we eventually left. I will forever be grateful to Dr. Ruderman and the staff for taking such a traumatic event and helping to make it just a little bit easier. This was the first pet that I have ever had to make this decision for, and we were absolutely heartbroken.Dr. Ruderman always explained every detail of any treatment he was recommending, whether it was in regard to medication he was prescribing, why he chose this med instead of another, and any course of treatment. He always made sure to explain every detail of any diagnosis and took more than enough time to answer all of our questions.As much as we miss him, we are very happy with the new doctor our dogs see now. I would definitely recommend this office if you are looking for a vet.
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December 2023 by Adele K.
Dr. Ruderman has retired, and the hospital is just not the same. The office staff are always accommodating and friendly. The prices seem to be inflated. Currently there is only one doctor working at this facility. Service and hospital were always good with plenty of parking available.
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December 2023 by ana j.
I don't agree with new regulations with your pet needing to get all vaccinations up to date or else the clinic would not treat the animal. I'm against vaccinations unless it's heartworm as these vaccines shorten your pets life. Over the years your pet has strengthened their immune system and can fight off certain diseases unless they are in mud/water and would benefit from flee drops. Perhaps when they are puppies it's important but not annually and not to be forced upon the customers already dealing with a problematic area that has nothing to do with vaccination. It feels the clinic is pulling on customers pocket and no visit is less than $300 for the most minor thing. I'll be going to another clinic at this time. There is no compromise at this clinic. Also they overcharge for certain medications that do not need prescription when these medications could be found on Amazon for third of the price which is just taking advantage of customers to increase total of visit. Shaking my head, I don't hold trust in this clinic.
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November 2023 by ツPrince
I’ve spent 2 years bringing my dog to this animal hospital. The vet didn’t know why my dog kept having itchiness around her eyes so they provided different medications. I didn’t have any problems with the prices but it just seemed like a waste of money because they weren’t 100% sure if the medicine would work. There was this one medicine that SEEMED to work so I explained to them about it but they completely ignored me. Then, they provided my dog with this medicine which was a pill that had two drugs in one. That day when I gave her the medicine, I noticed how she was getting sick. She wasn’t able to move or do her business properly. She wasn’t able to eat or drink. She was so weak. Then, a few days later she died. I’ve explained to the vet that it was the medicine that caused it because what else would she die from? The vet blamed it on a “hidden tumor” or her heart disease which it’s absolutely ridiculous.
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November 2023 by Jimmy Joe McGurl
They're all really caring and knowledgeable from reception to doctors, you're in good hands. I still travel nearly an hour to go to them with my pup who has been off of Staten Island for nearly a decade. Dr Briskman in particular goes above and beyond. He replaced another great Vet who retired a few years ago and is just as caring to my dog. 5 out of 5!
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November 2023 by M G
They do not care about pets and only care about money. They throw numerous unnecessary medications at your dog without a proper diagnosis. Took my pet elsewhere and got a proper diagnosis at 1/4 the price with better care and compassion. Avoid this place at all costs. They are inexperienced and uncaring.
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October 2023 by Leslie Justo
I’ve spent 2 years bringing my dog to this animal hospital. The vet didn’t know why my dog kept having itchiness around her eyes so they provided different medications. I didn’t have any problems with the prices but it just seemed like a waste of money because they weren’t 100% sure if the medicine would work. There was this one medicine that SEEMED to work so I explained to them about it but they completely ignored me. Then, they provided my dog with this medicine which was a pill that had two drugs in one. That day when I gave her the medicine, I noticed how she was getting sick. She wasn’t able to move or do her business properly. She wasn’t able to eat or drink. She was so weak. Then, a few days later she died. I’ve explained to the vet that it was the medicine that caused it because what else would she die from? The vet blamed it on a “hidden tumor” or her heart disease which it’s absolutely ridiculous.
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September 2023 by Julie Colelli
My favorite dr. Is dr viato. He’s great
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August 2023 by Jesse Schickler (JessxJess)
After I was turned away by Staten Island Veterinary Group for JUST a chip scan for a stray cat, the amazing people at SI Animal Hospital gave him a chip scan AND a full checkup, shots, and tests. Absolute heroes these people are. Couldn't recommend highly enough.
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August 2023 by Nick Gonzalez
Facility is clean and staff are thorough and attentive with your pets. We were really happy to switch to this animal hospital for our cat recently.
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July 2023 by Nishtha G
I recommend Dr. Eugene Briskman and Staten Island Animal Hospital for animal care. I went in for an emergency situation for my pup Kobe. Kathy was able to fit us in within a few hours for an emergency visit which was great. Briskman gave us the reassurance we needed and also flagged neglected skin allergies. He has great bedside manners and doesn't force any unnecessary procedures down your throat.He put Kobe on special shampoo and allergy meds and Kobe is almost completely free of dry skin. Can't thank Staten Island Animal Hospital enough.
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June 2023 by Alicia Brown
Really nice folks who love animals, the manager went out of her way to find a new formula for my kitty with digestive issues.
