When we first moved to Gainesville from Pittsburgh, we put off finding a vet for our glaring (that is what you call a group of cats... or clowder, pounce, nuisance, or clutter. For feral cats it's a destruction. And of course a group of kittens: litter, kindle, intrigue) because finding a new vet is tough. Who can you trust? Who doesn't charge and arm and a leg? I'll tell you who, Oaks Veterinary Hospital. My neighbor recommended Dr. Dean-Kesler and so do I (but ALL the other docs I have encountered are great, too!) She listens to what you have to say and gives honest opinions. She is extremely knowledgeable and easy to communicate with! I'll just leave it at that. NOT TO MENTION Oaks animal Wellness plans are AMAZING. They really are trying to save you money here. (Trust me, in Pittsburgh, I had a full workup done on my now 17 year old kitty, plus had to have a tooth pulled, and we spent well over a $1,300. I even called around to other places in the area and got quotes on all the stuff I needed to be done and the cheapest was $1,000.) Here I got ALL the same things done for almost half that (minus having a tooth pulled, which is always extra by a couple hundred depending on the situation, but at least the Wellness plan covers a dental cleaning and thankfully we did not need another tooth pulled.) Also, the medicated food prices (if you buy by the case) are better than at Petsmart and they usually have a coupon. I LOVE a good coupon! Another great option for the yearly Wellness plan is the office visit fee is 1/3 of the regular fee. All this, and not to mention the boarding fees are reasonably priced AND you have the added security of your fur baby staying in an actual hospital, just in case of an emergency. As I said earlier, I have an elderly pet, multiple medications and special needs and they don't even charge me extra for all that. NEVER CHANGE OAKS! Anyway, I highly suggest you bring all your fur babies to this establishment. My sister has even decided to SWITCH VETS because she was so impressed when she went with me to my cat's first appointment. I truly cannot say enough great things about Dr. Dean-Kesler and the staff at Oaks Vet Hospital. It's comforting to know your pet's best interest is at heart and you are not just a dollar sign. read more

We have two dogs and we have been bringing our dogs here for over 7 years. The staff here is great and very nice and good with your pets. I highly recommend this place. read more

Definitely better than Banfield (who I switched from), but not by much. Doctors are polite and knowledgeable, but its the front desk staff and manager that are the problem. They claim to have a price match policy on meds, but they do everything in their power to not price match so they can make more money. Example: Called them yesterday about a price match on Trifexis for $92.99 from Allivet.com. Add their $6.27 shipping and the total comes out to $99.26. Catherine, the receptionist, tells me to buy theirs at $108.99 and then use the mail-in-rebate for $10 on a 6-month supply for a final price of $98.99. The 27 cent difference DOES NOT SAVE ME MONEY SINCE I HAVE TO MAIL THE REBATE IT AND PAY FOR POSTAGE! Catherine's response to my statement that I won't be saving money: "I'll have to check with my manager, but since its such a small difference in price match, I don't think we can do it." ARE YOU KIDDING ME!? You're supposed to be an office that helps animals. Take home point: If they don't make money off you, they won't help you. Goodbye Oaks Vet! Called Suburban Animal Hospital immediately after getting off the phone and they are in the process of getting my online order approved from Allivet.com so that I can pay ~$16/dose instead of ~$23/dose for Trifexis from you scumbags. Sidenote: Use Allivet.com or have 1800PetMeds price match. You'll save tons of money! read more

They have a very friendly staff and I purchase my medicated dog food here. Whenever they get a new shipment, the company gives coupons so they give me those discounts without me knowing they existed! As far as care goes, it's always good to have a second opinion, like with people, and you can make decisions based on the information you gather. They decided it was best to put my dog down, but my mother, a physician, decided "No" and used physical therapy on my dog to help his spinal disc slip. As long as you have patience and love, it is possible to overcome some condition and now he's well and alive and chasing squirrels; but please, take into consideration that my mother is a physician and was a physical therapist and knew what she was doing. However, there is no hard feelings to oaks vet because they took care and performed very well on my dog for his own well being. We still come here for regular check-ups. The Tower Rd. location is also very convenient. read more

Fifteen years ago, when there was no Yelp, I would have given them 5 stars. Always got annoyed with the 'how much do you love your pet?" laminated package shown to me by the tech, but otherwise loved this office. They were compassionate and caring, and were great during the time that I dealt with two chronically ill pets, that eventually had to be put down. Forward to many years later, when I finally felt up to adopting a cat and dog after the heartbreak of losing my others years ago. Dr Hammerslog seems to have lost all compassion and now seems non-caring and angry, when she used to be so wonderful. Front office seems unfriendly and non animal loving. It seems to be all about the money, I felt no compassion or love. I had several condescending little comments made, with looks like I was an imbecile when I questioned things about safety of different food, vaccines, oral flea control etc., as both my last two animals died of cancer at a young age within a year of each other. This makes me sad, as I at one point was in love with this office. They are two miles from my house, and I always like to support the local business. For this last year, we have been going to Affordable Vet in Newberry and love them. They truly are about half the price, and the vet and staff act like they really appreciate you and love your animal. read more

I would really like to give Oaks Veterinary Hospital a special thank you for their amazing service, talented doctors and incredible customer service. Last year we had just arrived to Florida and I needed to have open heart surgery, we boarded our pets for 2 months and they continuously kept us updated on how our babies were doing. Now this year we needed to be seen last minute the day before Hurricane Irma arrived and they were able to squeeze us in and take care of our fur babies. Sometimes it's how you do business, deliver it and how graciously you do it, plus their just the best! Special shout out to Brittany the manager we absolutely love you, Dr Kaser, he's totally the man, and the rest of the staff... YOU GUYS ROCK!!! Thank you again! read more

The front of the house stand was fantastic, friendly and the waiting room was free of certain smells. The reception/payment end of my first (and sure to be only) visit is the reason they earned a second star. Fifteen minute delay after appointment time to be admitted to a second private room, then have to wait some more. Warning: Examinations are performed away from the owner. They are not conducted anywhere that an owner can facilitate or participate in your pet's (for me, a cat's) visit. They didn't even weigh the cat in front of me. I don't know that she received the injections I was charged for or not. They did not even offer to let me observe the exam through a window. I did not have a good feeling. The tech was decent and asked what I thought were good questions, before my cat was taken, but the vet doctor herself (Harslag?) did not meet expectations. Not good at care giving, but excellent at finding ways to bill you. Upselling by playing on your fears. I've never seen any health professional blame (medical or vet) the patient for an incomplete diagnosis. I took my cat to the vet, and in turn, I was taken to the cleaners. They have at least one other doctor so your outcome might vary. As for me, I will be seeking pet care elsewhere. They may have excellent pet boarding/kennel services, but I don't know. read more

Every time I brought my dog here the doctors wanted to give him medication. When I asked for substitutes to medications that I was uncomfortable with giving my dog I was told to defer to the instructions I was given "do what the doctor says" rather than having them engage in conversation about alternative methods. They prefer to prescribe the strongest broad spectrum medications possible even when they've diagnosed a simple case. In one instance my dog had what they diagnosed as a bruise and there were two prescriptions given. When I asked if I could hold off on the medications for a couple days and give them only if his symptoms didn't persist they chose instead to make me feel guilty and medicate him anyway. If you ever leave their office without a script, unnecessary vaccination or procedure, consider yourself a winner. These vets will pressure you into giving your dog Trifexis, it is the only medication they will allow - if you question them you will be cornered. They also sell Science Diet and will tell you that it isn't bad for your pets. Science diet is incredibly poor nutritionally-speaking and they are only giving it because being a sponsor, it allows them to give you free food and act like their "meet-your-pet" deal is really worth it. read more

Very high pressure sales team there. I asked for one service and they do all they can to convince you to buy another. Unpleasant to deal with I am going elsewhere, this is why it's great to have choices. read more