The veterinarian's (Dr Force and Dr Lo) are awesome and provide excellent care and advice to pet owners. The staff is also great. They are friendly, always welcoming and helpful with any questions we have. I highly recommend FRAH. I give 5 stars read more

Forked River Animal Hosp - Veterinarians Near Me - Lacey Township, New Jersey

I switched to Forked River Animal Hospital after 20 years with another vet (who, for years over charged for everything!) and it was the best decision I ever made! The entire staff are kind, considerate, and they truly care about not overcharging to make a buck or shoving unnecessary testing or pushing products on you. Highly recommend! read more

Cheap & quick. Never had any issues going here and they always accommodate. The doc is always looking out for costs in my opinion and making it cheaper wherever he can. read more

brought my dog because his stomach was large, dr took xrays and told me his spleen was large and it's normal for some dogs. his spleen was never large, his health deteriorated ,he should have done a blood test, within 2 weeks i had to put him to sleep because he had cancer! I'd NEVER go to Dr Force with any animal again nor would I recommend! read more

Avoid if possible. The staff, especially Dr. Force, comes off as overwhelmed and callous. Very poor listener. Misdiagnosed my cat. Will NEVER go back there. read more

I brought my dog here after he was adopted. The first visit was during Covid, and I wasn't allowed inside. A staff member came out to get my dog, and was a bit rude. I brushed it off until she told me that due to breed, he may be muzzled. I told her he was both people and animal friendly thus far, and a 5 month old puppy. No reason to muzzle him. I was told it's up to the vet. At the end of his visit, the vet did come out to speak to me and there were no issues. The following year, my dog would have been due for an annual visit. I called to schedule and they told me if there were no issues, he would be seen bi-annually as he was not due for vaccines. Although reluctant, he was healthy and happy so I accepted their response and figured he would go the following year unless any problems arose. I called to order his flea and tick medication during this year but needed to bring him to be weighed in order to ensure an accurate dose. I brought him there to get a weight, and was turned away being told I did not call in advance to schedule this. Ridiculous. I then brought him to pet smart, and ordered his medication online. Fast forward to December 2023, I called to schedule his yearly exam. I also received a reminder email that he was due for a heart worm test as well. The staff member that answered the phone told me it is not necessary to bring him in and they will push the test to the following year. I said no, and requested an appointment. The woman became nasty, telling me there was no reason for my dog to be seen. I persisted stating they had told me the previous year that it was unnecessary, and the at I want my dog properly cared for and for his necessary tests to be run. The woman became even more rude and nasty and told me if I wanted to waste my money, they had a Wednesday am appointment and that my dog would not be seeing the vet, and only a tech. I again requested a NORMAL appointment. The staff member became even more irate, and yelled. She stated "I was one of those, and if I want to waste money and over vaccinate my dog, I should take him to TR Animal Hospital". What relevance shaming another business had is unknown to me. At this point I informed her that I would never be bringing my dog back to their establishment, as she is both unprofessional and rude, and to print his veterinary records as I was coming to pick them up. I called a new vet, and scheduled accordingly. Upon his first appointment, I was provided with a copy of the veterinary records that were received from Forked River Animal Hospital. In there, this woman had the nerve to add notes, stating that I was rude, etc. and demanding of an appointment that she (NOT A VET) deemed unnecessary. The staff here is rude, unprofessional, out of line, and argumentative. Don't bother even trying to speak to the veterinarian/owner about it, as you will not receive a call back. Unfortunately, it is not worth wasting your time or money to come here. Go elsewhere where the staff is welcoming, and actually enjoys PROPERLY caring for your pet. read more

Throughout the years my fur babies have been seeing Dr .Force. From Great Danes to Chihuahuas I could not of asked for a more caring Vet. I appreciate how upfront and honest he is. I can truely said he is one of a kind and I am so happy that he cares for my babies. Thank you for your dedication. It does not go unnoticed. read more

Forked River Animal Hosp - CJ Thomas - Veterinarians Near Me - Lacey Township, New Jersey

Dr Force and his staff are amazing. My dog Roxie wasn't a long time patient of Forked River Animal Hospital but she was sick for a few weeks and i wasn't happy with her prior veterinarian. All they were doing was giving her more and more medication without any results. When I finally brought her to Dr Force I knew in my heart it was time to let her go, Dr. Force was so compassionate and reassuring that it made it easier for me to do the right thing for my baby dog. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend Forked River Animal Hospital for your pets. read more

IT is always a pleasure going to the vet dr force is so good with my dogs I can not say enough about dr force & his staff they are the best of the best. the offfice is always clean .my jo jo is always ready to bite everyone there but the girls are so patient when I try getting a muzzle on. phyllis tumminia. read more

Dr Force is awesome, and so is the staff. Been going to him for a few years now. My older dog had stomach issues and she was taken to numerous vets but none of the vets could figure it out. My father lives down near the animal hospital so word of mouth he heard dr. Fords was recommended. He ended finding what the issue was and my dog didn't have anymore stomach issues. I now also bring my young dog as well. Both are cared for great when they are brought in. Highly recommend Dr. Force. read more

Dr Force and staff are the kindest people on Earth. My furry friends are happy and healthy. TLC is job one. Thank you .

I brought my dog in for a suspected ear infection under the direction of Dr. Force the vet tech looked into her ear with an iPhone flashlight and told me they weren't infected. I left there after what I suspected was a very poor examination I made an appointment for the vet hospital in Tinton Falls the next day The vet swabbed both ears, put the matter on the glass panel and looked at it through a microscope and informed me that our right year was definitely infected, and would not have gotten better on its own I'm now applying medicine twice a day for two weeks to clear the infection I think I've received very poor care by forked River animal i'm now applying medicine twice a day for two weeks to clear the infection I think I've received very poor care by forked River animal Hospital and will not be returning. read more

I cant say enough about Dr Force and his staff they are just great and compassionate people who make you feel confidant in the way they treat my dogs 5 stars thank you everyone at Forked River Animal Hospital read more

Forked River Animal Hosp - Veterinarians Near Me - Lacey Township, New Jersey

Really rude staff Don't waste your time Just nasty Doctor is hardly ever there Too many things to list Supposed to be low priced,hah,big joke,all they care about is the money I would avoid this place like the plague read more

I can not say enough good things about this vet. Their office is so much friendlier than any of the other vet offices I have ever been to. My dog is a bit of a handful. We got him from the Manahawkin shelter, and were told that he doesn't do well with other dogs. That really meant that he literally can not be around other animals, which makes it nearly impossible to take him for his medical care. He cut his leg, and a mobile vet wouldn't be able to take care of his needs. So we started calling around hoping to find a vet that would be understanding of his "personality". Dr. Force and his team were wonderful from start to finish. They treated him with care, and didn't judge that his isn't the best behaved dog. What ended up surprising me, was not only were they kind to the both of us, but the price was so cheap. I went in expecting my savings to be drained out, and instead left with not just a reasonable bill, but a proper vet for my hyperactive dog. Thank you Dr. Force for making what could have been a horrible experience into something much easier. read more

I started bringing my cane corso puppy to Dr. Force the week after we got him home at 8 weeks. He is always good with him even though my Prince is an A hole. We adopted 2 senior cane corso mix girls from popcorn park zoo 8 months after getting our puppy. We figured since the senior girls would be seeing the popcorn park animal clinic then we would ask to see Prince as well so we wouldn't have to see 2 vets. They told us no, that they had no room for new patients. That turned out to be the best turn down ever! After the girls were still patients with the popcorn park and EVERYTIME we needed to see the vet for a sick visit they NEVER had an openings for at least a week. Also, it was annoying that multiple times in over 2 years when we needing them, they were on vacation?!?! What type of practice is that, 2 dr being out at once?! Anyway, we needed help for our senior Savannah, she started limping really bad on her back leg, of course popcorn park was not available. I called Forked River Animal Hospital and they seen her that day! He examined her and knew what was wrong. She tore her acl. He didn't do unnecessary xrays and he was very straight to the point about it. No bs. He let me know that surgery wasn't the right way to go. He gave her meds and sent us on our way. Sooo, he saved us from crazy bills for xray and surgery. She was doing very well with just meds! Then again, a couple months later something else happened, can't remember what it was, and needed a vet. Wellll what do you know, popcorn park had no availability for 9 days.... NINE DAYS?!?!? So, again we went to Dr. Force. I know he took an xray that was needed, again don't remember for what, turned out it was something that wasn't serious and no extra unnecessary tests. Same for my other senior girl Sahara. Not sure what it was for but didn't need anything serious. This summer I took my Savannah to popcorn park to check a lump i felt. They seen her a week later. I waited for them because i didn't think it was serious. They felt a pea size lump on her breast. They did bloodwork that day telling me they wanted to do surgery. They said they won't do xrays until the day of surgery because they didn't want to sedate her twice. I thought that was ridiculous. Of course I wanted a 2nd opinion so called Dr. Force. They took me 2 days later. They examined her,felt the pea size lump and told us surgery wouldn't be a good option. She was 10 almost 11 and surgery would be more dangerous then having a pea size lump removed. I must add the surgery would have cost $1100. Even if they found out it was cancer there was nothing they could do. That came from their mouths. From that day on Dr. FORCE is the only vet i trust , so i take all 3 to him now. We found out 2 months ago that my Savannah had a small mass above her anus under her tail. He told us to treated it by keeping clean. It wasn't bothering her so surgery again would be ridiculous. So, in all of this I've written Dr. Force gave me 6 extra months with my girl. Unfortunately, Saturday February 1st 2020 was the last day i had her in my arms. Last minute, I called the office and in 3 hours we were in the office saying goodbye to my girl. It was her time, she was ready to cross the rainbow bridge. He let me take as long as i needed to say goodbye even though it was closing time. Him and his staff are the most loving, caring vet/dr medical team i have EVER seen in all my life! read more

Forked River Animal Hosp - My beautiful Savannah 2/1/2020 - Veterinarians Near Me - Lacey Township, New Jersey

Dr. Force & his staff are always friendly attentive and genuinely concerned for my girls. I have two beagles and whenever I call for an appointment if it be a regular or emergency they are ALWAYS ready to assist and comfort me and my girls with my worries my questions and my girls needs. I like the fact that Dr Force listens and answers my questions with terms I understand and the whole time he is concerned with not only my girls but my worries also about them. He has a genuine affection for the pets and it shows. read more

I can not say enough positive things about this animal hospital and I have been to many!! Dr. Force and his staff are honest,kind, caring and patient not only with your animals but their owners as well :) I am a bit cynical and all of my questions are always answered thoroughly and with patience about any concerns I may have ., furthermore any time I have called I am accommodated that same day with no problem. I trust everyone one here completely with my animals as they truly look out for the best interest of my fur babies and not just $, like oh so many do unfortunately . I highly recommend Dr. Force if you would like an a+++ veterinarian . read more

Forked River Animal Hosp - My fur babies .,Cooper & Belle - Veterinarians Near Me - Lacey Township, New Jersey

Dr force is a good vet but I switched today 09/09/21 because you still cannot go into the office with your pet. Other animal hospitals allow 1 person in with masks on. Way to many unknowns sitting outside in the parking lot while your pet is inside. My dog was horrible for 2 weeks after seeing him without someone in with her. Time to allow people in the office. Medical offices allow people and one other person in. What's so different about animal hospitals? Sounds to me they just don't want to be bothered answering questions. I've been taking my dog there for 10 years. No more. How do I know he's even seeing her or is the assistant seeing them. To many unknowns for me. read more

Dr. Force and Staff always give the best care to my pets. Everyone from the front desk, to the back office as well as of course Dr. Force are friendly and put my dog at ease but most importantly are professional and get their work done efficiently. I trusted them with all of my dogs and cats for many years. The prices are affordable !! read more

Best veterinarian in the area. Caring and doesn't over charge or perform unneeded tests.

Just want to let anyone know that you should be careful and question all fees when dealing with this vet clinic. I brought my pet Scooter to be euthanized due to health problems beyond quality of life. I specifically told the dr that I would be bringing him directly from the office to crematory and was taking him in a small blanket out to my car and dr force said don't worry I will give you something nice to carry him out in. Yes, it was nice, however he charged me $15 extra for this item of which I certainly did not need since my precious pet was going directly to the Noah's Ark crematory. I felt like I was being nickel and dimed to quote an old saying , being fooled by this dr that he truly cared about my situation and what I was going through read more

Dr. Force gets 5 stars. Super smart and caring vet. Quick and accurate diagnosis and treatment. Have been bringing my animals to Dr. force for 20 years. read more

Forked River Animal Hosp - Veterinarians Near Me - Lacey Township, New Jersey

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I've always taken my pets to Dr Force. When we had to euthanize my dog a few years ago the staff was so good to me, and my dog of course, as I was a hysterical mess. They were kind and compassionate. I brought my puppy there today for her initial checkup and Dr. Force and his staff were all wonderful. Quick visit, but still answered any questions I had. I don't live as close as I used to, but it's worth the 45 minute drive for me. Very affordable, and included a few samples for my puppy. read more

Forked River Animal Hosp - Veterinarians Near Me - Lacey Township, New Jersey

This was the treating vet that was included with the rescue we adopted our puppy from. By going there all vaccinations and deworming were to be included and spay/nueter at a reduced cost. I planned on using their vet for the covered costs that were included with the adoption fee and then switching to my regular vet for the 1 year check. Well within a couple of months after getting our "rescue" pup we found out the rescue was shut down because they were more of a glorified puppy store selling unhealthy dogs. The vet willingly worked with them, covered for them, did NOT give my dog all the vaccinations that were due and gave the rabies vaccine weeks too early which left my dog unprotected. I'm now waiting for a blood panel and labs to come back to make sure he's okay. They did not provide adequate care and disgustingly worked with a "rescue" that sold sick animals. I did research and ask questions before we adopted about the rescue and the vet, unfortunately at the time we got our pup they still had their secret scam going on. I love out dog, hope he's not sick and wish that they had been caught a lot sooner. read more

The Best Vet and Staff around. I travel from Freehold to come to FRAH and here is why: Kind and Compassionate Will not Milk you dry of $$ if your pet needs care at a specialty facility Priced so that you can afford the expense of having a pet or pets Never tries to oversell any product or service Greats Staff and Dianne is the Best facility manager I have ever seen. read more

We have a Pomeranian and he just turned 9. We have been taking him to Dr. Force since he was a puppy! He is so kind and a great vet! Forked River Animal hospital really cares about the animals and does not over charge you! They also get you in right away for emergencies and even non emergencies they work you in at a time that is good for you. I highly recommend them! read more

I had brought my dogs here for a little under a decade. NEVER AGAIN. Not only did he fail to give my dogs his shots that my other dog got at the same time, but I brought my dog in for allergy issues. The vet came in, scolded me for his recommendation of not neutering him, told me he will have to be neutered and sent to Pennsylvania to deal with his "behavioral problems", barely shaved the dogs wound he got from over licking and put him on OCD medication. I believed this fool for three years. I brought him to a different vet and he was diagnosed with allergies, has a heart murmur that was undiagnosed and bladder stones after I opted for a full panel that was not suggested at FRAH, and has been a different dog since being out on his shots for it. I cried letting myself think I had wronged my dog and have him behavioral problems only to watch him suffer and scratch for years to be easily treated with one shot. Not to mention when my dog passed I paid to have him separately cremated and the whole package. Never got my dogs paw print as my friend had gotten for her dog a month prior. This was all before covid and after 5 months at my new vet. He is rude, condescending and has no bedside manner. The nurses are the only thing that kept me there and even they roll their eyes at him!! He may be cheap but you pay for it in the long run. Moral of the story? Love your animals? STAY FAR AWAY THEN read more

The dr and staff highly recommended. They go out of their way to address all your concerns and answer all questions you have. Very friendly office. I bring all 4 dogs here. I'm in and out in a timely matter. read more

Dr Force is the true definition of a true veterinary! ! He is amazing with animals,he had saved my dog twice from death,,brought my dog to garden state veterinary, ,they told me that my dog would need a Sergey a Stent in his throat, ,that would cost $8000 if not he would die,,I brought him to dr force and in one day my dog is home doing 80%better..there isn't enough words to say how great of a vet he is,,and is not by no means a scam or a rip off,,would highly recommend his office!!! Really caring! ! read more

Dr. Force has been my vet for about 5 years. He helped me take care of my elderly cat when the cat became injured, and was both kind and professional when I made the difficult decision to put my beloved 21 year old cat to sleep in 2013. I got two sibling kittens the following year and Dr. Force and his amazing staff have been there to help me take great care of them. I know my cats, and my wallet, are in good hands at Forked River Animal Hospital! read more

I am very thankful to have found Dr. Force's office. We have always been seen in a timely manner, especially when my dogs have been ill. He is very respectful of his clients financial limits and has helped us provide affordable care for both of our dogs in times of need. This shows Dr.Force's dedication and love of our pets. read more

Truly the very best. They are always able to see us. Dr. Force is excellent at diagnosis he doesn't push unnecessary test. The first time we took our dog in he told us " I could order a bunch of test but let's try this first" he gave us a simple prescription changed his diet and are dog was great in a few days. We just saw him. Our dog was very ill Dr force looked at him turned his head a little said he has a neck injury gave him a shot some meds and he is all better. read more

Dr. Force has an excellent bedside manner. MD's should learn from him. I would recommend him and do often. The staff at Forked River AH are awesome and provide great care. They also provide a loving environment for the pets that are in their care. Best Vet in the shore area. read more

So disgusted by the lack of compassion shown to my mother during her experience losing her dog. She arrived at 8am as per the website, and the dog was in its final moments. She was told they weren't open and the doctor wasn't in until 9:15. When she asked if they could call him she was told, "he has a son and a life. He's not going to drop everything". She was led to a room with the dog, the nurse dropped a box of tissues on the counter and left. She was in the room for over an hour, alone, as the dog failed. No one so much as checked on her. The dog soon passed and the nurse came in and dismissively said, you can stay in here. And then abruptly left. When we called to express our regrets about how it was handled, the receptionist replied, "I'll make a note". The doctor, whom we did not have any issue with, took to Facebook in light of our call and in the most unprofessional manner, misrepresented the situation and our feelings. Without offering apologies or condolences, he stood behind the conduct of his staff because the "dog was old and we had no appointment". His post concluded, "you can't make everyone happy." I would never bring another animal here. We provided direct feedback in the hopes more compassion would be shown to others entering the office in the future in our position. The resulting post on Facebook only further exposes the way this practice operates and treats patients. read more

Dr Force gets 5 or more stars & so does his staff the staff is kind & friendly & compassionate, Dr Force is the best vet I ever met smart kind compassionate cannot say enough about him sent a couple of my friends they also give him 5 stars i travel from toms river for him and so do my friends when i have a vet around the corner he does not try to milk you dry he listens to you & trys to help always keep it up Dr Force & staff . phyllis tumminia & buddy. read more

We are new to the area and decided to bring our dog to this vet. From the start, the woman on the phone was extremely rude to my husband. When he arrived for the visit he was not greeted with a smile or even a hello. The doctor did not even take our dogs temperature or listen to her heart or lungs. So unprofessional!!! He prescribed medicine for vomiting and rushed my husband out the door. Total time from walking into the office to leaving was 15 minutes. Never again! We will continue to look for a more qualified vet. read more

beware!!!!!this place killed my cat!! i took her in basucally happy and healthy with a bloated stomach .he mis- diagnosed her(confirmed by another team of veterinarians )and they told me they were going to simply take a bit of fluid out of her belly, no big deal..when i heard her scream in pain i ran to the back room only to see two technicians one not licensed aspirating an abdominal tap on my cat's stomach !! she then went into severe shock and was panting heavily then they tried to cover their mistake by taking the compromised animal and sedating her with a 10 mg dose of butorphanol..enough drug for a 70 lb dog!as well it's a no no to ever sedate a compromised animal...she went into cardiac arrest and later died from the unlicensed procedure..even vet techs are not allowed to legally rap ant animals avdomed without direct supervision..or give that drug at all to sedate in the muscle..illigal! then when i called later to discuss. the vet was yelling at me and hung up the phone...do not. i repeat. do not even chance this place...i am completely devestated..and his practice is under review by the veterinary board of nj read more