Dr. Steed is always thorough with check ups and accommodating with pop ups. Care is excellent.

We have a great team of specialists that we use for our dogs medical care, but we were lacking someone with a holistic approach. We tried another holistic vet, but they were waaaaaaay on the side of holistic care and we were hoping to find someone trained in both traditional medicine and holistic medicine. I figured it would hurt to try Dr. Doug as he seemed like the perfect fit for what we wanted and is also well respected in the community. Everyone we interacted with, from the ladies on the phone to make the appointment to the staff the day off and Dr. Doug were all exceptionally kind. I arrived and was greeted warmly. We were taken to a room and the tech was awesome. Dr. Doug was everything I hoped he would be. The entire place is clean and kind of serene which I'm not used to, but was so thankful to find. Most notably, for whatever reason, my dog was the calmest and most relaxed that she's ever been while getting medical care. It was just such a great experience for both of us. Dr. Doug spent almost an hour and a half doing a very thorough deep dive in her history and made some recommendations that I'm excited to try. While it's too far to be our regular vet, we will absolutely continue working with Dr. Doug and hopefully his unique perspective will help us better manage our dogs health and diagnosis. read more

AVOID THIS PLACE. I had a HORRIBLE experience similar to Kim W. My cat got into a neighbor's skunk bait. We live close to the Beaver Veterinary Clinic, and walked her up to the office, as she was writhing in pain. They demanded we pay an emergency fee, a new patient exam fee, then the euthanasia. An absolutely absurd amount. They actually watched us walk out of the office on our way to another vet, with the cat in visual and auditory pain, meowing - almost screaming in pain. Unfortunately, she died on the way to another vet. This outfit is only worried about $. The big bucks. They prey on your emotions. I'm not sure why Kim W's post is hidden, but this is certainly something that is important to prospective patients. read more

I do not recommend this vet clinic . I worked with Dr Doug Kneuven for several years since 2013 with several dogs and at one time had the greatest respect for him . However , I presented with three dogs in 2020 and said one should not be given the third rabies vaccine out of the three . She was 12 at the time. I felt she was immune compromised and asked for a Pa. waiver . He refused . I also presented with an article from a holistic vet with 65 side effects from the rabies vaccine . I make my dogs' food and have given supplements long before Dr Kneuven . However I refined my skills over the years as I studied more . At the time of the vaccine this dog had a level five heart murmur and the last appt there was a level two heart murmur . I feel the second shot caused this issue as she had been healthy prior to the second rabies vaccine . Dr Doug did not even know about the use of the homeopathics thuja and lyssin used before and after vaccines .... especially in older dogs for detox . Next appointment five months later this dog had hemolytic anemia and he could not do her teeth . Hemolytic anemia is on the list of side effects from the rabies vaccine in the article I presented him that day . I said , " This is from the vaccine and he said "yes"( over the phone when telling me he could not do her teeth ) . He denied saying this later. I am a Christian woman and would not lie about something he said . I do my research because of my own immune compromised illness that disabled me over a decade ago. Not having the vaccine does not permit one to go to a groomers and you can be fined $300.00 a day if caught . I buckled because I thought maybe he was more experienced than myself . Not so ..... my dog was immune compromised and should never have gotten the shot . A mom knows her baby whether it be a human or animal . Listen to your gut and trust your instinct . I spent 25 hours listening to holistic veterinarians across the country in a detox summit and they confirmed everything I have said here about what happened to my dog . read more

We have taken our dogs there for years but when we need to see them on a days notice because our dog is not well the response is : Sorry no openings and no cancellations. Take your dog to a certain Emergency Animal Hospital. WTH? We take our pets there for checkups and gets meds there. But when you need them for a concerning situation we can't get an appointment. No follow up either like if we get a cancellation we will call you. Nothing.This office has become too busy obviously for Doctors and Techs. So it forces us to find another Vet office that can be more responsive. Clearly being a loyal and dedicated patient where our current dog is concerned means nothing at this establishment. Like I said you need them when you need them. Even when you go there for an office visit there is never any follow up unless we initiate something. Very unprofessional and uncaring. To us the level of response and concern has deteriorated through the years. read more

Beaver Animal Clinic always provides top notch care. I have multiple animals that I bring to Beaver Animal Clinic. I have worked with Dr. Steed and Dr, Knueven, both are fantastic veterinarians. On my most recent visit with Dr. Knueven for my cat, I had been in about 3 weeks earlier with my dog who had a neck injury, not only did he keep me informed and make sure to address any concerns I had but he also asked about the condition of my dog since he had last seen him. The follow through and genuine care for the animals they see is why I will always bring my animals to Beaver Animal Clinic. read more

My cat can be a terror here and make me look like a bad owner, but I wouldn't imagine taking her anywhere else. We had so many problems with vets when we lived down in Pittsburgh, we're so happy we found the Beaver Animal Clinic and Dr Steed. She's very caring and very prompt with test results. read more

Dr. Jessica Steed at Beaver Animal Clinic is such a wonderful, caring vet. I brought my indoor and my outdoor cat to her for shots and checkup. She is very kind and compassionate, and so is her assistant named Faith. My outdoor cat can be a little hellion at the vets, but they calmed her with Feliway, and proceeded to treat her with kid gloves as they examined her and cut her nails and gave her a microchip. Faith had to clean her and her carrier since she nervously had a "little accident" on the way to the vets. She did so with such care and meticulous detail for her wellbeing. I could highly recommend this vet practice. They treat your animals as if they were their own. Dr. Steed is very competent and informative to answer any nutritional or health questions as well. Thank you, Beaver Animal Clinic. You have a lifelong client here. read more

I love this place! Being a military family we move to a new state every three years or so and so we end up having to look for a new vet at every new place we go to... this one by FAR is the best I've ever seen. The Vets are so awesome and the employees there are super nice. I have two English Bulldogs and I feel they get the best possible care here ... I especially appreciate that there prices are very reasonable... I would definitely recommend this place to anyone looking for a new vet clinic or looking to change vet clinics... Jerry read more

I had very sick cat with UTI needed IV antibiotics and IV fluids for dehydration. WAS $750 for 72 hrs in hospital. Not unreasonable. But if u dont have money then suggest the animal only stay 24hrs for IV fluids and meds. Take them home with oral antibiotics and if they are not better in 3-5 days take them back . (I am an RN NURSE so i am comfortable taking care of sick patients or animals.) If ur cat is prone to frequent UTI ask the VET FOR REFILLS incase it happens again. read more

I'm surprised and saddened by the negative reviews. I've been taking my dogs and cat here for years and love Beaver Animal Clinic. I actually drive 30 minutes, because my local vet overcharged and didn't seem to care. All the vets at BAC all so caring and not pushy, plus the staff is always friendly and my (favorite part) transparent about pricing. The prices are cheaper than my former vet and if I ever want to know prices in advance they'll tell me to the best of their knowledge. I spend much less at this vet, even with holistic care. I also like the holistic care option. I highly recommend BAC! read more

I would highly recommend seeing Dr. Steed at Beaver Animal Clinic. She is her knowledgeable, down to earth. and never seems rushed. Her vet tech, Faith, is also great! I feel confident my pets are in good hands with them! read more

After listening to Dr. Doug give a seminar at our local daycare and pet store, we decided that day that we would leave our current traditional vet and seek his holistic care for our one year old labradoodle Cola. In the seminar Dr. Doug spoke mainly on the importance of a raw diet and not over vaccinating, all music to our ears! The 75 minute one-way drive was nothing to make sure that our loved doodle would receive the best vet care in the area. After a basic examination, Dr. Doug began to educate us on holistic vet care and again really focused on a raw diet and not over vaccinating. Through this discussion we decided with Dr. Doug based on all of his research and experience that it would be best for Cola to not receive a lyme disease vaccine and focus more on preventing ticks. Dr. Doug then administered what we believed to be the agreed to vaccines and we were on our way! Upon checking out, it became apparent that something wasn't right as the lady working the front desk stepped away to speak with Dr. Doug. A few moments later, a vet tech asked us to bring Cola back into the exam room because Dr. Doug needed to see us briefly. Back in the exam room Dr. Doug informed us that "by mistake" he gave Cola the lyme disease vaccine and not the one he was supposed to give him! Now, lyme disease vaccines are common at most vets and in most dogs, but it is contrary to everything Dr. Doug says. Luckily for me Dr. Doug informed me that "I wouldn't be charged" for the lyme disease vaccine he "mistakenly" gave Cola.... While Dr. Doug was fairly apologetic and I do believe he has my pet's best care at heart, I find his carelessness today to be concerning. If I expected average treatment of my pet, I could have paid average money with an average vet and saved the three hour round trip. We sought Dr. Doug's care based on everything he spoke about at the seminar but unfortunately his carelessness resulted in care contradictory to what he preaches and promotes. Moments before injecting my dog with a vaccine, he spoke to us about how he advises against giving that exact vaccine. If my dog were a human child, this level of carelessness would have ended with one hell of a lawsuit. Again, I do think Dr. Doug has great intentions but this carelessness followed by his lack of willingness to try and make it right is disheartening. After mistakenly injecting my dog with a vaccine Dr. Doug advised us not to give him, I was slapped with a $300 and something bill, but don't worry...I wasn't charged for the lyme disease vaccine... Again, I really do think Dr. Doug has the animals best interest at heart, but this mixup could have been worse! read more

I never made it in to see anyone here because of the inept receptionary staff. I was calling to actually make an appointment with the vet and get some information about what the "consultation fee" of $196 entails. The girl on the phone gave me very vague answers and when I asked her for more information, she gave me the same answers with other synonyms. She began to ask me for my credit card number to hold my future appointment after she half-assedly answered my questions about what the first appointment was going to include. I paused for a moment (in disbelief). She answered, "...are you still there?" I said yes but sorry I was not answering her fast enough, told her I needed more information about what the first appointment was going to include. She went on to tell me that she needed my credit card info to hold the appointment. I could hear the irritation in her voice. If I could give this place a negative rating I would. It's a shame that potential clients can't get an appointment because people like this have a job in this field who are supposed to be able to answer phone calls and answer simple questions like mine. I will take my little one some place else. read more

We have been going to Beaver Animal clinic for almost 7 years. If you like price gouging and misguiding information. This would be the place for you. My dog has had multiple treatments for the longest time for allergies and skin irritations. They recommended a allergy shot that pretty much runs 200 bucks and said it will work. Well guess what two rounds of it and he is not better if anything he is worse. The doctors and staff don't get back to you in a reasonable time. You have to call them and lean on them for them to move and get things done and their answer is to go see a specialist after they took your money. I would say stay away from this place it has high prices and they really don't know what they are doing they just want your money. When you express your concerns and feel you were mislead and spent a lot of money the office personnel staff at the front desk there have attitudes. they play you down and get frustrated as if it's your fault for not answering the office managers call back too. This is my opinion about this place but after years of dealing with this stuff I had enough of it. there are other vets out there that are half the cost with better care and treat their patients with care and not a dollar figure. Btw way the office manager called me back once left a message on my home phone and when I called back the personnel at the front desk she had a I don't care attitude because they seen the review on FACEBOOK. She goes on to tell me the office manager will not be in until Monday, and they have no way of reaching her. I can tell she is being agitated and she doesn't care how we feel about what we been thru. I then stated that if she was concerned with what has been going on she would make it a priority to handle this before a three day weekend. This place is all about taking your money and not treating longtime customers with respect and care for their animals. Go to another vet and save your money. read more

I had to make a very difficult decision June 11, 2018 and the staff at Beaver Animal Clinic were just exceptional. A very special thank you to Cheryl, Shannon and Dr. Knueven for their compassion, expertise and kind words. read more

Today was a very sad day. My cat needed to be euthanized. I called Beaver Animal Clinic as this is the place I take my cat to for all of its care. I asked to get an appointment and they gave me two options- 9:00 and 11:30. I chose the 11:30 appointment thinking I could spend a few more precious hours with my cat, but when I hung up the phone- I realized my kitty needed help fast so I called the Beaver Animal Clinic back 5 minutes later and was told that I would be charged an emergency fee now for taking my cat at 9:00. I was very upset. I thought they should care about the kitty and not about the money so I told them I would take my cat elsewhere. I called Big Rock Veterinary Hospital in New Brighton and without hesitation- they told me to come over as soon as I could get there and they would take care of my cat. They didn't know me. I never had taken my animals there and yet they showed me more compassion in my cat's time of need than Beaver Animal Clinic. I will no longer take my animals to Beaver Animal Clinic. P. S. Big Rock Veterinary Hospital did not charge me an emergency fee either. Big Rock Veterinary Hospital is the place to take your animals if you want someone who cares more about your animals than about your money. read more

I have been a client there for many years. Dr. Doug Knueven owns the clinic, and has been there for me and for my pets. He was one of the first holistic veterinarians in the area, and this is important in more ways than I have time to explain here...but I will say that he takes into consideration the entire well being of each pet. They are all treated as the individuals they are. On more than one occasion he has been responsible for saving the life of one of my pets. His caring way and healing energy are very special. And when time has made it necessary to say good-bye, he has been gentle and loving with my pets, and with me. I am grateful to have him to care for my pets. Dr Ingrid Rhinehart is a new addition to the clinic. She too, is an holistic vet and she is down to earth, straight forward and knowledgable. While I typically see Dr Knueven, I have seen her on several occasions and have only the highest praise for her. Recently my 13 year old golden mix had an issue arise with his eyes and Dr Knueven wasn t available. I was happy to see Dr Rhinehart. She promptly diagnosed the issue and worked with me on a treatment plan that not only addressed the eye problem, but she realized that my dog was dealing with high blood pressure that was exacerbating the problem. My dog did lose his eye, but it was due to a flare up of glaucoma plus uveitis . Dr Rhinehart is a skilled and gentle surgeon. No oone wants this to happen with their pet, but if the worst does happen, and a serious condition is diagnosed, it is imperative to have good medical care. Thanks to her wonderful care, he is doing better each day. I can t say enough about her. She is intuitive, gentle and clearly loves what she does. She has seen more than one of my pets and has always been gentle, kind and good humored as well as skillful and a wonderful diagnostician. I am so glad to have her to turn to! Dr Peter Kosturek is a gentle man who cares deeply about the animals in his care. I have several pets and have always been not only satisfied but fervently grateful for the care they have been given at Beaver Animal Clinic and the wonderful doctors and caregivers there. I strongly recommend them. read more

So glad we found this vet when we moved to the area. Dr. Rhinehart is very knowledgeable, and takes the time to listen to your concerns. She has even helped us over the phone, saving us a trip to the office. Yes, it can be expensive, but worth it to me for quality care. read more

We have been coming to Beaver Animal Clinic for several years (after leaving a couple of other vet practices due to being unhappy). We are very satisfied with the care provided by the staff at Beaver Animal Clinic for our two wheaten terriers. Dr. Rhinehart is patient and caring, and always listens to our concerns and offers advice. The clinic offers titer testing en lieu of annual vaccinations and acupuncture. The techs are always friendly and gentle as well. It's a bit of a drive from our home in Cranberry Twp, but it's worth it. Would highly recommend. read more