I can't say enough kind words about the doctors and staff at VCA Princeton. Dr miller has a heart…read moreof gold, is incredibly compassionate, informative, and caring. She went above and beyond caring for my cat Cheddy whom we ultimately had to say goodbye to due to irreversible HCM. This emergency visit was my first impression of this office and I was very impressed. Texting to ask questions during the stressful moments and give updates to the Dr/staff is so easy and helpful too! I've brought my cat Jasper in as well who was newly diagnosed with Diabetes. Dr. Miller walked me through every step of glucose testing, insulin administration and recommended diabetic safe foods. Mary is such a sweetheart and always makes me feel comfortable; even my difficult cat loves her! Lisa and Brittany at the front desk are wonderful and always greet me with a big smile. Lisa is so sweet and funny; she remembers my pets every time I call the office. Dr Sylvia is great too and was very direct and informative about my cat's diabetes! You can't go wrong in this office. Well worth the costs to have my pets cared for with such kindness and compassion.

I recently had the pleasure of visiting a new veterinary clinic, and I can't say enough great…read morethings about Dr. Slade and his amazing team.I took my 16 year old Yorkie in because she was urinating blood, to find out that she had a UTI. From the moment we walked in, the entire staff made both me and my pet feel welcome and cared for. Dr. Slade is not only incredibly knowledgeable and professional, but he also has that rare gift of making animals (and their humans!) feel at ease. He took the time to thoroughly explain everything, answer all my questions, and treated my pet with the kind of gentleness and attention you'd hope for. His team was equally fantastic--efficient, friendly, and clearly passionate about animals. If you're looking for a trustworthy, skilled, and genuinely caring veterinarian, look no further.

Excellent pet care !! We have used their services for over 40 years !! Over the 40 years we have…read morebrought a variety of family pets which included cats, dogs, birds, rabbits, and one goat that we were fortunate to get the best pet care possible.

No more walk in hours and no new clients right now....but they still have some of the older vets we…read moreall know, as well as, newer ones. My last visit with Dr Hostetter (excellent diagnostician which is rare for animals or people anymore) but he knew what tests to do and he was right on with both girls when Northstar missed it with both! Our little guys are like pups again.... So hard to find great vets anymore but I have had their care since forever and I am still happiest there.

After 20 years, 10 cats and thousands of dollars, I can no longer trust the clerical staff of…read morePrinceton Animal Hospital to act in the best interests of me and my cat companions. For years, we received excellent service and great kindness from the married veterinarians who operated the clinic. From providing me with excellent references when I wanted to adopt a cat to offering sensitive services in helping to see each kitty cross the "Rainbow Bridge," this was a highly empathetic and ethical veterinary practice. The doctors Miele retired and sold the practice, and I did not have any problems until recently when I took my 14-year-old Himalayan, Dexter, for a checkup. He is very healthy but has some tummy issues. There was no discussion of costs prior to the exam and I did not think that was odd because I always assumed they would be fair. I was asked if I wanted to include a recommended blood test - I said yes, not realizing it was about $350. I had planned on spending about $500 and was shocked when the bill was $1000! I explained that I thought that was high but I would pay $500 now and the balance the following Monday. This arrangement was not acceptable - The office manager, a woman with few people skills or empathy, insisted I pay the entire amount and made veiled threats that included stating that leaving without paying the full amount was equivalent to walking out of a store without paying. They treated me like a potential criminal instead of a long-term client and refused to send the blood test out until I paid the full amount. I am an 83-year-old senior citizen with a serious lung condition. I am on O2 24/7. I have lived in the same condo for 35 years and have run a successful business since moving here. I have no record of any kind beyond traffic tickets. Did this witch and the equally unhelpful women manning the desk at Princeton Animal Hospital think that I was going to toss all that, grab my cat and flee into the night between Thursday and Monday, just to avoid paying $500? Luckily, I had Dexter in his carrier and in my hand because I feel certain they would have held him hostage. I admit that my Irish temper flared but I have a lot to cope with being ill with a terminal disease and being threatened with more financial hassles and stress. So, I just left. I called the next day - the Manager was off and I was told that the blood test would not be sent out until I paid the $500. They could not guarantee the specimen would still be viable and I might have to bring Dexter in again for a new test! As if! I just cancelled the blood test and asked them to invoice me the balance which they did. I am going into this kind of detail to show how far Princeton Animal Hospital has fallen and to tell you that they may be within their rights. This is becoming a common practice in New York, according to a friend of mine, cat care expert and groomer, Anitra Frazier. My advice would be to discuss the costs in advance before even bringing your dog or cat to any vet. And to certainly avoid Princeton Animal Hospital. So, now I need to find a new vet for Dexter. (I should have noted earlier that my quarrel is not with Princton Animal Hospital's veterinarians but with its obnoxious clerical staff.) It is really sad to see how far this one excellent practice has fallen.

You pay for what you get. If you want bright thoughtful attentive care for your pet, this will be…read moreyour best choice. Cannot say enough good things about the Veterinarian we saw with our 15 year old dog. She understood that he is not well, and we are not going to do much about it. Comfort and love was the goal. He has had a healthy long life.

Closed. I understand they didn't own the building in the landlord. I guess felt he could perhaps…read moremake a little bit more money in today's market. I don't know the details but I hope he's enjoying his retirement. He was absolutely delightful to visit and so was his staff. They always felt like family.

Dr Nelson and is staff are the most caring and knowledgeable .They have treated both my fur babies…read morefor years. We highly recommend them J,&M Letizia

My mom's dog went in for a nail clippings. Eight weeks later I had to put her down. She had…read moreCushing's disease. The doctor that examined her should have picked up on any symptoms. Instead, her ears were treated. I tried numerous times in the past to have her ears treated. She had all allergies. Mima was two days shy of her 10th birthday.

Compassionate local vet is accessible and thorough. After moving here we were glad to find a local…read morevet who has a great staff, operates with kindness and compassion. We had to put down our beloved old dog Wanda, it was sudden after caring for her at 19 years, her health took a sudden decline and they accommodated us immediately and with the utmost respect, and this was during the end of 2021, at a time where even having a human loved one in the hospital dying was not easy and many people couldn't be there in the room with them at the end. The way they handled us and our beloved dog Wanda made me bring the rest of my animals there for healthcare. Prices are moderate but the vet works with you for a treatment plan that works for everyone. Highly recommend.

It's always interesting to read reviews claiming an office is "too expensive" or lacks compassion…read more In my experience, those are often written by people who didn't hear the answer they wanted. As someone who has owned many dogs over the years and visited numerous veterinary practices throughout the area, I can confidently say that Amboy Avenue Animal Hospital is exceptional. When I was first referred to Dr. Murtha, I was warned that "she's pricey." My response then is the same as it is now: you get what you pay for. When it comes to my pets, I will always choose quality medicine over bargain prices. Dr. Murtha is honest, compassionate, and incredibly knowledgeable. She doesn't tell you what you want to hear--she tells you what your pet needs to hear. She will always recommend what is in your animal's best interest, even if it's not the easiest conversation. That level of integrity is exactly what I want in a veterinarian. Over the years, Dr. Murtha has cared for all six of my dogs through just about every medical issue imaginable--from routine care to complex health challenges. There is no one I trust more with their lives. Her expertise, calm demeanor, and genuine concern for both her patients and their families are second to none. Her staff deserves just as much praise. Every single person in the office is kind, professional, patient, and truly cares about the animals that come through their doors. They know our dogs, they know us, and they treat us like family. As for the cost? I honestly don't find Amboy Avenue Animal Hospital expensive at all. In fact, I could name several local veterinarians who charge significantly more while providing far less personalized care and expertise. I am incredibly grateful for everything Dr. Murtha and her amazing team have done for my furry family. They have earned my trust, my loyalty, and my highest recommendation. They will be our veterinarian for life. Thank you for the outstanding care, compassion, and dedication you've shown my six dogs over the years. We couldn't ask for a better team.

I have been going to dr Murtha for over 13 years and couldn't be happier. Dr Murtha tells you what…read moreyou should do and what doesn't need to be done. Our lab is almost 14 years old and has bad hips, very common for old labs. He gets shots to relieve his pain, but he can't go up steps so one of the vet techs cord out to our car. I couldn't ask for more

Dr Betz has been my puppy Ruby's vet since she was 8 weeks old. He is knowledgeable, kind, and…read morealways a pleasure to work with

DR Iris Schneider was through and complete in her evaluation. Sophie stayed calm with her and her…read morelovely technicians. She aspirated three lumps and they were all fatty lymphoma. Then, when I returned home, there was an email from dr Iris with a complete and valuable summary of the visit. I 've had dogs for50 years and I do believe this is the first time the vet took extra time to write to me. Thank you Dr Iris. Cary

Bad experience at Harlingen…read more I brought my cat in to be checked for a possible respiratory infection on Friday, Oct. 31, 2025. She'd been sneezing intermittently and occasionally sniffling. My cat was assigned to Dr. Aguilar. Somehow, the technician and doctor misunderstood this information and began examining her eye instead. First, they wanted to give her a vaccine for her respiratory condition, then the doctor changed her mind. I was bombarded with jargon that I had to repeatedly ask to be clarified. Even when I explained that I have difficulty handling her (she does not like to be picked up or touched), the doctor prescribed an eye ointment and medication to mix with her food--no antibiotic shot, even though that treatment had been prescribed before. I never requested an eye exam. My cat is seen by the Vet Vision Center, and they are fully aware of her eye condition. And NO, she's not having an operation on her eye (as suggested). It's almost impossible (and extremely stressful) to attempt to apply an ointment to her eye twice a day! She notices the crushed pills and does not touch the food with them in it. Why can't she get an antibiotic shot? She's had them before and they helped. My cat is 15-17 years old, and I do NOT want to stress her with treatments that would confine her to a room for two weeks. I felt that neither my needs nor my cat's were addressed. I didn't feel listened to, nor did I feel my concerns were taken seriously. My cat is an older cat who dislikes being held, and I emphasized this multiple times. I simply don't want to add unnecessary stress to her life at this point. Even during nail trimming, I was uncomfortable with how the techs handled her. At first, they just did her front paws and told me they'd do the back ones next time. I had to insist they trim her back paws. What kind of care is this? In addition, the initial billing quote was about $100. I asked the tech and the doctor to give me an estimate of additional charges, if any. This was NOT communicated to me. I was blindsided when I went to pay the bill upon leaving--$295! I was too upset to argue, so I paid it. I felt like I was taken advantage of. I'm sorry I came to Harlingen--things have clearly changed since I came here years ago with my other cats. My needs and my cat's needs were not addressed. As a senior citizen on a budget, I feel like I wasted $295 on this visit, and now I'll have to spend more to see another vet. This experience was very upsetting to me, and we won't be back. I'm done with Harlingen.