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May 2022 by Ryan M.
Dr. Diana Larmore is the most unprofessional veterinarian I've ever encountered. Her bedside manner was appalling, her tone with me was condescending. When I described my dog's recent health issues, after about 60 seconds her conclusion that my dog needed to be put down, without considering any other meds, treatments, etc. She gave me information about certain medications that was blatantly untrue -- disproved by a simple Google search, but I also have spoken to numerous other vets who have contradicted what she said. I told her that my dog is sensitive by his ears due to an infection; she grabbed the ear without caution, so when he growled she jumped back and accused me of putting her in danger by bringing him in. She proceeded to shoo us out the door and told me I should take him somewhere else. I can't speak to the other vets at this facility, but if you're going to take your pets here, absolutely do not book an appointment with Dr. Larmore.
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December 2021 by C B.
I have been doing animal rescue for almost 40 years . Dr Selmonsky who co owns East Bay Vet in Merrick also owns Wantagh animal hospital . I had been using East Bay and Wantagh for my rescue group . My personal animals had always been cared for by Dr Selmonsky. When my feral cat who lived indoors with my other cats needed her nails clipped . I trapped her and brought her to Wantagh as instructed by Dr Selmonsky . He advised me to go to Wantagh that Sunday as he would be there . He noted while sedated she needed dental work which I agreed to have him do . As it turned out he DID NOT do the dental work but gave my personal cat to Dr LaMore who dislikes ferals and has no compassion!!! I had no idea that she did the surgery removing A dozen teeth from a healthy 2 year old cat . I picked her up Tuesday night to take her home and after asking about pain meds / antibiotics I was told it was all OK . My car Sophie hid and refused food /water . I contacted Dr Selmonsky to advised him of her condition still unaware he did not do the surgery . He told me to bring her back to Wantagh the next morning . All this time I thinking he had done her surgery and was caring for her . I received a call the following day that Sophie had DIED . It was only then I got all of her records to find out she had not been given antibiotics nor pain meds after the surgery .Her records indicate she had no eaten nor had water nor been hydrated since the Sunday of the surgery the week before . My poor cat suffered for 7 days with no pain meds no antibiotics no food or water before she finally died . Her autopsy showed she died of a massive oral infection that traveled to her throat lungs . Dr LaMore did not bother to give her a simple antibiotic after major surgery that was 3 hrs . She is a cruel , irresponsible vet who lacked compassion for her patient . An animal would never be released with no meds , no food or water for 3 days to the owner without having been notified. Not to mention the cat should never have been released to me under those circumstances!!!! Pure neglect on Dr LaMore's part was responsible for the death of Sophie who was a healthy cat . I knew none of this until after her death . Dr Selmonsky is as responsible for her death as the other veterinarian. He was never authorized to give my personal animals to anyone but him or Dr Maltese . Both of them from East Bay in Merrick . He deceived me until I had all the paperwork to show he didn't do the surgery nor did he ever checked up on her . Anyone reading her records would agree this was unacceptable care which lead to her death . After over 30 years with Dr Selmonsky I severed all ties . He is not the same man who used to meet me at 2 am at his clinic to save a rescues life . He is a greedy owner who betrayed my trust as well as the well being of the animals he took an oath to help . Never use Wantagh Animal hospital or East Bay Animal in Merrick
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September 2021 by Malik J.
My dog Xena had a severe case of pancreatitis and wouldn't eat for 2 days (mind you, she never rejects food). I brought her in for an ultrasound and turns out her pancreas was very inflamed.They hospitalized her for a few days with treatments of antibiotics and pain meds. After the 2nd day there she the staff told me she was regaining her appetite back. Day 3 she finished a whole meal and was able to be discharged. They had her continue a course of antibiotic and she was all back to normal. Amazing Staff and Doctors!
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June 2021 by Brian Garthwaite
I’m 43. In my life I’ve had six cats and a dog. I have gone to Wantagh Animal Hospital for my entire life.
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April 2021 by Douglas Steiner
Dr.B Greenberg
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April 2021 by Laurel F.
At first we were very happy here and found the doctor to be very caring. We left today because we had an annual appointment and were completely ignored in the parking lot for an hour while my dog was in great distress . I took her home and tried to call but was out on hold for an additional 30 minutes. Unacceptable level of care ! we switched to a new vet who allows pet parents to accompany their pet into the office - this decreases stress on pets and owners - the practice of sitting in the car is excessive and unnecessary at this point ! 90 minutes of my life that I won't get back - my time is worth something and my dog was stressed out - awful!!!
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March 2021 by Edwin B.
this hospital is only concerned in money and how much and how fast they get it i always payed my bill after there office submitted my dogs claim to my pet insurance company now they say i must pay it at once. Ive been going to this vet for over thirty years and never had a problem like this even though they are 30to40 percent higher than other vets i stayed with them but now i learned that the bussiness was sold to new owners and it seems like all they care about is the money and not the customer i am going to request a copy of all my dogs and get a new vet,im 77years old and dont really want to change but there forceing me to with higher prices and inconvience
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February 2021 by Theresa C.
Dr Greenberg and staff were absolutely incredible. Unfortunately we had to put our beloved cat to sleep and the process was made as easy as possible with extreme care and compassion by Dr Greenberg and his staff. This is never an easy time but it is extremely comforting knowing there is a staff who cares for the well-being of your animal as much as you do. Thank you will never be enough.
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January 2021 by Jack M.
Brought my dog here cause he had difficulty breathing. Was told that's just the way they are. Brought him to another vet the next day and his lungs were filled with fluid. He was diagnosed with leukemia and passed away 4 months later. Called the wantagh animal hospital to let them know they were wrong and was still charged full price for the visit/xrays.
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January 2021 by Beatrice W.
The female vet shows no compassion for the animals. I took my cat here because I was concerned that he had urinary tract infection. The vet took him in and then called me on the phone while I was in the car. A few tests and I got nowhere and was charged over $300 for one visit. Why is it that veterinarians are so money hungry? The vet was no help at all and I found out the issue myself. He didn't like the cat litter in his litter pan.
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December 2020 by Allix H.
Our puppy wasn't feeling good, and so we took her here. The vet ran a couple of tests and told us not to give our puppy dinner and see if anything seems back to normal the next day. We called her first thing then next day at 7am to ask if we should feed her yet and to provide her with an update - the woman who answers the phone says let me check with the vet and call you back - they get back to us at 12:30pm, didn't bother to ask how our puppy was doing, but simply tell us "yes the vet says you can let your puppy have food now" - that took you 5 hours just to tell us that, and the vet couldn't even have the decency of telling us that herself? I would never come back here. It doesn't seem like these people truly care for animals at all.
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December 2020 by Marina Makastchian
We love this hospital for our pups! We finally found a place we trust. The staff is all friendly and great and can’t thank them enough.
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June 2020 by Theresa Santos
Great doctors and they know their stuff!! Been going for 40 years..
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April 2020 by Damien Allen
Can’t recommend an establishment that messages someone to “F” themselves. Reallll professional.
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November 2019 by Kathy M.
This place is horrible! The last few months we've been going there because our puppy has been itching uncontrollably. The doctor treated her with medication that we were later advised by a specialist is not recommended for such young puppies. She had no idea what was wrong with our dog and didn't seem to care much. Never asked any questions about the dogs diet, or environment etc. just kept insisting it's seasonal allergies. During yet another visits where we said the medication she put the dog on did not work she pretty much accused us of lying and not really giving the dog the meds!! This was our 4 or 5 visit there, and the doctor still had no idea how old our dog was. Not going back there and would not recommend. The issue our puppy had has since been resolved once we went to a doctor that actually cared.
