THIS IS A LONG POST BUT PLEASE READ MAY SAVE YOUR PETS LIFE:::::: I want to share my experience at Francis Animal Clinic. The doctor and staff were pleasant, and I did feel comfortable during the visit. However, I specifically brought my dog Cash in on 03/14 because he had a visibly distended abdomen. At that time, he had also started to show some increased breathing, which I mentioned, although it was not yet very pronounced. I clearly expressed my concerns during the appointment. I was told that he was fine, that his abdomen looked normal, and that he only needed a routine cleaning and vaccines, which I agreed to based on that professional reassurance. On 03/20, just days later, Cash's condition worsened and I rushed him to an animal hospital in Westbury. The following day, 03/21, I had to take him to a second hospital for further evaluation. Both veterinarians questioned how his symptoms--his distended abdomen and breathing changes--were not identified or further evaluated during his initial visit. I was then informed that Cash had an underlying heart condition that was already affecting his body. Learning that he had received multiple vaccines during that initial visit, while already showing concerning symptoms, has been extremely difficult to process. By 03/22/26, just eight days after being seen and reassured that he was "fine," Cash passed away. This has been devastating for me and my family. I will be consulting with legal counsel to further review this matter. I share this experience so other pet owners can be encouraged to seek thorough evaluations and ask detailed questions when something doesn't feel right. I posted a picture of Cash below before his visit. HIS BELLY IS DISTENDED. read more

Francis Animal Clinic - His belly doesnt look distended to you???? - Veterinarians Near Me - Bayside, New York

Dr. M.M. Bekhet was such a miracle worker. We had a young stray cat that we fed in our yard who came to us after being gone for some time and returned with most of her arm broken off. We thought she got in a fight or fell. Immediately, we rushed this cat into the care of this animal clinic and her condition only improved from that point on. He completed the surgery and gave us clear care instructions. Other vets didn't want to help and even recommended we euthanize this young cat. Now, she is thriving after being in the care of this animal clinic. I cannot thank him enough. read more

Francis Animal Clinic - Kitty - Veterinarians Near Me - Bayside, New York

Last week knucklehead dog ate a chicken bone off the street on Northern Blvd. He chewed it up before I could do anything about it. Then he ate a popsicle stick.Two days later his bowel movement was ALL blood. I called FAC but they were very busy and recommended the emergency room. I started driving to Long Island and got stuck in traffic. While I was waiting I remembered I had Dr. Bs cel number from a previous serious visit. I called him he picked up and told me to drive right over, he would wait for me. Well two prescriptions and two days later we are all back to normal! I wish Dr. Bekhet was my doctor. Hes the BEST! read more

Dr B is so caring, gentle & honest! Staff is very nice! Office is clean. I highly recommend them.

I'm looking for the button with 100 stars, because that is what Dr. Bekhet deserves. Along with his amazing team, Dr. Bekhet has earned the title, in my book, of the most well versed, compassionate, kindest Veterinarian I have ever met. He is highly qualified and generous with his knowledge. He won't hesitate to describe treatment pros and cons and is reassuring that he will try his best. He was honest when he spoke of the challenges that might arise with my sweet dogs, Nova Blu and Mia. Last year Mia had a corneal ulcer, he saved her eye. Last month our Nova Blu had to have emergency surgery. Dr. Bekhet went above and beyond to save her life. In the first few days post surgery, I received phone calls from the Dr. checking on her recovery progress. My husband and I couldn't have asked for more! Without hesitation, hands down, the best Veterinarian and staff that I have ever taken any of my pets to. Jimmy and I highly recommend Dr. Bekhet and his team! Thank you!! Sally and Jimmy read more

Francis Animal Clinic - Mia and Nova Blu - Veterinarians Near Me - Bayside, New York

If I could give ZERO stars I would!! This is the most unprofessional animal clinic ever!! I'm enraged at the level of stupidity. My cat has been suffering from severe symptoms of "in heat" on and off and so we scheduled her to be spayed at this clinic. We made this appointment OVER TWO months ago in April when first symptoms started showing and tomorrow was SUPPOSED to be her surgery. My brother called them and that when they told him the DAY BEFORE THE SURGERY TO TELL HIM "VET IS OUT OF THE COUNTRY??!! Huhhhhh??? No email. No phone call to reschedule the many weeks/ months before. NOTHING before the whole 2months to reschedule! They waited the DAY BEFORE to tell us the doctor wasn't available. unprofessional animal clinic. Where was the courtesy of the phone call the whole time before? Safe to say we won't be back here! I guess thank you for the bare minimum of at least picking up the phone when WE CALLED TO TELL us the day before the surgery that the vet won't be available! HA WHAT A JOKE! read more

This vet is the best! My Golden Retrievers are over 14.5 years old and still doing well. I wouldn't have been able to take good care of them, without the help of Dr. Bekhet! God bless him, his family and his staff! read more

I brought my little yorkie (HazeI) to Francis Animal Clinic. She was in labor for several hours. At this point, I noticed that she was going into complications. She couldn't give birth anymore at home. I contacted Francis Animal Clinic. I explained what was going on. I rushed her into the office. It was the best decision ever. They quickly responded to giving her all the help she needed in order save her & her puppies. She underwent a emergency C-section at the clinic.  Dr Bekhet performed the C-section & helped deliver all her puppies safely. Im filled with tears of joy knowing that the Mommy & her pups made it through .Thanks to the help of Dr. Bekhet & his staff.  Hazel is doing well & is home recovering with her 3 beautiful puppies. It's a miracle & a blessing. Thank you so much, Francis Animal Clinic & a special thanks to Dr. Bekhet. You're the best. read more

See all

My wife and I took our 12 year-old Shiba Inu here after a bad experience at a previous vet. Right off the bat, we learned that this guy doesn't charge a credit card fee (awesome). The waiting area's a little tight, but we were seen pretty close to our appointment time. Being a Shiba, our dog is admittedly harder to handle than most other breeds. He's 50/50 when it comes to being touched by strangers. That sure didn't show when we brought him in to see to his constant scratching and biting himself. The vet tech handled our fox demon like a pro. Dr. Bekhet himself demonstrated knowledge, compassion, and patience. He didn't seem like he was in a hurry to kick us out, as so many doctors these days are. Nor does he strike me as money-hungry. He offered us multiple avenues to resolving our dog's issues. He didn't try to sell us a million different unnecessary tests. We ended up going with a Cortazon shot and some ointment. So far, it seems to be helping. We're going back for a free follow-up next week. So far, so good. read more

Terrible terrible terrible!!!! DONT GO HERE!! The vet scheduled a surgery telling us to come back in two months and when it was finally time for her spaying procedure. He decides to leave the country without letting us know. I had to CALL and they informed me. They never told us prior. We waited two whole months just for him to disappear without a word. incredibly disrespectful and waste of our time and money. They just took our money for the first appointment and did nothing. Waste of money dont come here!!! He was very dismissive as well on our first appointment. If you want your pet to be mistreated come to this one smh read more

First of all, you let a suffer puppy wait for 3 day to get a treatment done, do u know how painful it is for a person with dislocated joint suffer? Second, do u have a back up plan or someone to help u when you fail? 3rd, did u know because of you delay make the wound got worst? 4th, where are you from? Do you know in America if you fail to get a job done u shouldn't try to get more money out of the patience. You are lucky that I haven't call a lawyer on you. 5th, I went to other doctor in the area as well, all of the point me to a specialist not like u try to do a treatment that you know it will fail. 6th, No other doctor ask me to sign a waiver when treating my puppy, only u did!! ( that's show how ill-confident that u are.) It's a simple operation and u did it worst. P.S Do not trust your beloved pet to this ill-responsible person. ( He just want money) read more

Thank you to Dr. Milad Bekhet & his great staff Natalie & Mathew for saving my peakapoo Teddybear's life, it was with their great positive energy, love & care for animals & overall compassion that they have for their community of clients that go into their office on a daily basis seeking care for their fur babies, that is what helped & kept my baby Teddybear alive. I am so happy & grateful to God that we found Francis Animal clinic on Google, it's been a few weeks since my Teddybears surgery!! He's doing great!!! He already went to 2 follow up appointments after surgery & thankfully he is healing very well!! Thanks to Dr. Milad Bekhet my Teddybear is doing really well, his incisions healed up pretty good, his stitches were just removed today, he's eating & his bowel & urination is back to normal which that was the main concern, Teddybear is more active & happier than usual.. I'm beyond grateful to Dr. Milad Bekhet & his exceptional staff for their patience & taking such good care of my Teddybear, especially for their patience & compassion, making my family & I feel comfortable...keeping us hopeful & positive that our fur baby was going to make it!! This doctor kept us informed, even during the surgery he called to let us know hTeddybear was doing well!! We can't express how much that meant to us, even after surgery the staff including the doctor called & texted us daily to check up on Teddybear, now that's a place that truly cares & that's a place & a Doctor you want to care for your pets!!! I will forever be grateful to you all at Francis Animal Clinic especially Dr. Milad Bekhet that was heaven sent to us!! I ask anyone reading this if need be please ppl go for a 2nd & 3rd opinion for your pets, if need be...We did when we found Francis animal cliniic!! IF YOU WANT TO TAKE YOUR PET TO A REAL PLACE THAT TRULY CARES, A PLACE WHERE YOUR PET IS BEING CARED FOR PROPERLY & THE DOCTOR IS A GREAT SURGEON & THE STAFF ARE VERY COMPASSIONATE & ARE NOT TRYING TO RIP YOU OFF .. IF WANT A PLACE THATS AFFORDABLE!! YOU NEED TO GO TO FRANCIS ANIMAL CLINIC, I PROMISE YOU WONT REGRET IT!!!! DR. MILAD BEKHET IS THE MOST HONEST STRAIGHT FOWARD DOCTOR I have ever met, right from the beginning my husband & I met him we knew we came to the right place, he spoke to us with truth & compassion & reassured us he would do everything he could to save Teddybear...& he didn't take advantage of us, he takes his job very seriously .. he's very hands on.. he even explains & shows pictures of everything that he does to your pet!! Where do you ever see that? Dr. Milad Bekhet is the REAL DEAL!! After googling several animal emergency clinic & hospitals & Francis animal clinic was the 3rd place that we found & we went in hopeful & by the grace of God .. like they say the 3rds a charm.. we took our chances & Francis animal clinic saved our fur baby, they welcomed us, they were kind & very compassionate to me & my family which gave us hope & Dr. Milad promised to try everything to save our Teddybear. BEST Doctor my Teddybear ever went to hands down!! I would recommend Dr. Milad Bekhet a million times over & over again ...to every & anyone!!! He truly really cares about his patients & their families & he doesn't abuse of people especially during a time when there's an emergency!!! I know I wrote a lot but I'm sharing our truth & I'm writing this with tears in my eyes, please always go with your gut, your fur baby deserves a chance as well to be saved!!! I knew in my heart when i walked into to Francis animal clinic Dr. Milad Bekhet was going to save my Teddybear.. before you go anywhere else stop by Francis animal clinic first you again I promise you won't regret it!!! ..PLEASE DONT allow someone to tell you to put your fur baby down without taking your fur baby to see Dr. Milad Behet first!! read more

He saved our kitty's life. Poor little guy had ingested a yo-yo string, at least two shoelaces and a black rubbery thing I still can't identify, and ended up with a small bowel obstruction and perforation. Dr. Bekhet did the surgery (resecting ~10 cm of intestine from a 4 month old kitten!), patiently explained postoperative care to my 20 year old kid, and called several times (including over the weekend!) to check in. He genuinely cared, and sent me photos of the surgery (impressive). Not expensive, considering everything he and his caring staff did for us. Office is clean and welcoming. Highly recommend. read more

DO NOT TRUST YOUR FURRY FAMILY MEMBERS WITH THIS DOCTOR. I have never written a negative yelp review and normally I let things slide, but there's no way I can not warn others about this clinic. - I brought my cat to this clinic to get the rest of his remaining teeth extracted (my cat had some damaged teeth when I adopted him in 2021 that had to get extracted that year at a different clinic + developed bad gingivitis which resulted in the rest of the teeth needing removal this year). The visit initially went well and people were nice to me. Before the procedure, the doctor told me he would take out all of my cats teeth (the vet I saw before him also said all of my cats teeth would need to be removed). After the procedure, the doctor told me that all of my cat's teeth were removed, except for his top four incisors, which he said looked healthy and would fall out over time anyway. A few months after the surgery, I discovered that my cat STILL had an inflamed back molar tooth that had been missed on accident and was never mentioned to me. I tried to reach the doctor for over a month in hopes to have a conversation about what could possibly be done. I tried sending 3 friendly emails and called his office twice. I was able to chat with the assistant and receptionist (who were both responsive and nice) on the phone, but never got to talk to the doctor. The receptionist told me that the doctor would be willing to do the second surgery to remove this missed tooth if I paid an ADDITIONAL $200. I emailed in hopes of speaking with him directly to see if it was at all possible for me to not have to pay again, since this was the clinic's mistake. Instead of saying "no" or the two of us speaking more about it one on one, he just sent me an angry email and voicemail full of complete lies and things that never even happened. Then he told me to find a different vet to fix his mistake. The whole situation was the most unprofessional interaction I've EVER experienced. He proceeded to tell me that he was doing ME A FAVOR by only charging me $200 for another surgery to fix his mistake. When I had my first initial vet visit with him, he would complain about other clients and clinics. Guess I'll be another person for him to complain about to save his ego. Also, they do NOT provide visit summaries like other vets do. The only paperwork I received was the receipt for my credit card payment. Guess this helps when he wants to change the situation to save his pride. He can accuse me of lying, being a fake client, or even try to insult me as a pet parent (like he's done with other negative reviews) but I have the documentation and voicemails to prove it. Would NEVER recommend this doctor to anyone. read more

Francis Animal Clinic - The irritated molar tooth that the doctor missed in the procedure. - Veterinarians Near Me - Bayside, New York

The doctor pricked her with a needle and they didn't use the equipment to calm the cat, she was struggling, and then they must have pricked her in the wrong place and she vomited blood and died! The doctor has surveillance video, I asked the doctor to provide surveillance video, the doctor refused to provide surveillance video! read more

I was very grateful to find Dr. Bekhet, my dog, Shadow had a really bad cut on his leg and I was able to walk in without an appointment and they immediately looked after my Pup. the staff was very professional and friendly and experienced. Dr. Bekhet's cost for surgery was very reasonable and he did everything possible to make sure my pup would be taken care of. you can tell Dr. Bekhet is truly an animal lover, patient, kind and caring. he's a wonderful doctor and I would recommend him to everyone. read more

Dr. Bekhet is a kind, caring, knowledgeable veterinarian and his prices are surprisingly reasonable!

Francis Animal Clinic is truly incredible! We've been taking Lucy since we first got her as a puppy, and she's almost 3 years old now. We've been with Dr. Bekhet since he was at his previous clinic and moved with him when he recently opened Francis Animal Clinic. The entire team goes above and beyond to provide her with the best care. She is always given the best care, attention, and most importantly, love! Dr. Bekhet is so knowledgeable and compassionate, and will always take the time to explain what the tests/shots will do and address all of your concerns to make sure that all of our questions are answered. From the front desk to the veterinarians, they are all fantastic. The clinic has been there for us through various health issues and emergencies, and their expertise and dedication have truly been a lifesaver. We are so happy we found Francis Animal Clinic and are always so thankful for them. read more