Abc Animal Hospital

DO NOT TAKE YOUR PETS HERE! HE GAVE MY BABY A SHOT OF STEROIDS SHE DID NOT NEED AND ALMOST KILLED HER! He didn’t explain what it was or anything. Just said it was anti itch. She had threw up 3 times and pooped within 5 min of leaving. We took her back because that wasn’t normal and he said she was car sick and her reaction was not from the drug. We IMMEDIATELY took her to another vet and they saved her life. She was about to die. DO NOT TAKE YOUR BABIES HERE IF YOU LOVE THEM!!!! Read Less

They are amazing. My little guy gets Urinary blockage and becomes very ill. Dr. Woodward is top notch a loving vet that is also concerned for my pocket book and my kitty. She has worked very hard to get him back to a healthy status she calls daily to follow up on him. I wouldnt go anywhere else. Read Less

I am writing this review exclusively for Cat Boarding services. I had read lots of previous reviews warning about their service so I was hesitant to visit. After petsmart cancelled my reservation last minute and a pending flight I was desperately looking for cat boarding in the Fairfield area. I was close by so I decided to visit prior to just leaving my pet the day of the reservation. I was greeted by Veronica who kindly showed me the boarding facilities for cats which is separate from the dog's area, the building itself has separate entrances for cats and dogs as well. The boarding area was clean and free of smells. They offer cat boarding for $16/day. Pickup day is not charged if you pickup your pet before noon. Plus they offer military discount as someone had stated in a previous review. I have decided to trust their services. Will be updating my review. Update: 12 days of cat boarding and everything went perfectly. My cat is back home healthy and happy. Special thanks to Veronica and the rest of the staff for taking good care of Ohani. Read Less

Great service by a friendly, animal-loving staff!  We have been taking our Kats and Kittens to ABC for the last 15 years and have had exemplary service throughout at reasonable prices for their services.  The truly care about how our animals are cared for and do not rush to judgement about either prognosis or treatment.  I trust ABC Animal Hospital completely. Read Less

This "Vet" needs to find a new profession because he is the worst! Scared of dogs and all about money, he did a exam on my dog and I didn't ask for one and charged me for it after me asking not be charged for the simple fact he didn't tell me what that he was going to do a exam. his response was "I sat there and watch him do it". He was also was very argumentative and hostile when talking to me when I wasn't being rude or loud to him. I'm really upset about even going to him I will be finding a new vet I don't trust his judgment and I don't like his customer service. Read Less

I came here for the first time to get my chi-terrier a vaccine. I called to make sure there was openings and was able to come in right away. The staff seems pretty nice and the place was clean. Doctor was nice and it was all a fast process. Plus, they have grooming and board available. Will be coming back! Read Less

As sit here and read the reviews on here. It makes me really think I should've done so on Monday. I will start off by saying that the Vet isn't a animal guy. I was real reluctant to touch my dog. I had to hold him and move him into positions. I took my dog in because he was barely eating, drinking water and that he was acting really tired. I suggested to the vet that maybe he had some type of worms or heartworm. The vet said no my dog was to old for that. He talked my into getting a penicillin shot for. And put him on a bland chicken and rice diet. Which seems to be his go to diagnoses as I read on here. Fast forward to today I call them at 1:45pm saying that my dog hasn't gotten any better. They tell me to take him to concord for emergency services out there. But it was to late my dog died at 2pm. At this point I believe this clinic and vet is fraud and needs his license taken. I will contact a lawyer tomorrow morning to see what can be done. Please don't take your pet here. Read Less

Absolutely AMAZING. The Vet is so kind and mindful. He has been taking care of our dog for a year and we are very happy. I highly recommend ABC Animal Hospital. The entire team/staff are fantastic. Our dog Misa loves them too! Read Less

OK I have no idea why this vet clinic has such a low rating.They are super convenient, they have always gotten us in ASAP. The techs/assistants are very friendly and seem happy. The vet may not be goofy or joke around, and he is a little cautious, but he is very observant. He really took his time with our dog and seemed to care. He doesn't up sell which is refreshing because every other vet I've been to is guilty of that. I have been there 4 times now and have been consistently satisfied with the whole experience. Read Less

I had a pet emergency today, so I reluctantly called this office, after being told by fourteen other vets they had no appointments.Years ago, I had taken my GSD mix here and was less impressed by the vet.  The rest of the staff is pretty good.  Today, my pit mix was sick.  The doctor never greeted my dog who just wanted to say "hi" (wagging tail and all).He wouldn't come close to touching my 47-lb pit mix, without myself or the vet tech holding him.  The vet acted like my dog was a 100-lb, drool dripping, spike collar-wearing, jaw chomping, growling menace.The tech assisting got right down on the ground to get my boy's attention so he could be examined.  All he wanted to was to say "hi" to everyone.  .I had to repeat myself several times with the vet, saying what he ate and he kept asking me about everything else he could have eaten.  I kept saying, no, just what I had told him.  He tried to get me to go to UC Davis because I was very concerned with the amount of bloody stool.  I said it could be....but I had to ask what the actual diagnosis was that he wanted to treat him for.  By this time, I was trying to keep it together because I was worried about my dog and angry at how my boy was being treated.We're treating the symptoms, because I don't have a couple thousand to drop at UC Davis for an accurate diagnosis.  I declined the over-priced bland dog food.  Boiled chicken and rice is just as bland and a hell of a lot cheaper.I asked the person who rang me up, if the vet always acts that way around pit bulls.  She said, "no" but sometimes does if they are hyper.  I suggested next time he greet the dog, which helps out with that.I do not recommend this office, esp. if you have a large breed dog and definitely not, if you have a pit bull/mix. Read Less

Dr. B and his staff very caring and attentive to your fur babies need. Price is comparable to other veterinarians in the area. I've taken my two dogs to this vet since I've owned them which has been over 6 years ago. I am pleased with their services Read Less

DO NOT TAKE YOUR ANIMAL HERE!!! Our Maltese almost died tonight due to the incompetence of the vet there. She had puppies a month ago and became ill about a week ago so we brought her here and the vet did a half ass exam and told us her illness was a "mystery" but if he had used common sense and did the proper tests and exams he would have discovered she had eclampsyia and give her the proper treatment instead of charging us $200 for nothing!! If you value your animals you will keep them FAR away from this place!!! Read Less

(Warning: Long but for your benefit) My husband and I have a Boston Terrier that has been treated by many vets in the area, to include UC Davis (+$300 vet visit) and the vet office off of Clay Bank (+$200), for allergies. She would scratch non-stop uncontrollably for hours. I mean it was bad, to the point that she was scratching so often her hair was falling out and she would be occasionally odorous. Our poor baby! They all said it was food and after 2 years of time, sweat, tears and stupid fights with no improvement, we decided to try Dr. Bhandaal who is literally right down the street (we walked). Went in, witnessed a clean environment, VERY friendly staff, professional veterinarian and $60 later walked out with some allergy meds, shampoo and a new excitement that this place was exactly where we should have gone the whole time. It's now been about 3 months since we took her here and it's as if she never had an issue at all! Her hair has grown back. Her personality is chipper. Just incredible. We are never going anywhere else. If you ever get a chance or feel like looking, look up Boston terriers with allergies. It's ridiculous what people have to go through as far as cost and sadness. I highly recommend him over any other place. *Disregard the comment from the woman on Yelp who said he was weird because he stands in the doorway pretty much the whole time during your visit. Pardon my French, she's stupid. He actually does do this. Don't be put off by it. In my opinion, he is simply observing your pets mannerisms and protecting himself. *Disregard the guy who showed up 15 mins before closing. Have your priorities in order and treat others the way you would want to be treated. If you'll be there shortly before closing, be courteous and give them a heads up. Who would ever be in a good mood to deal with someone shortly before leaving + acting like an entitled *ickhead? Nobody. Take some accountability, it never hurt anybody. Remember, he's an Animal Doctor, not your personal therapist and the staff have lives too. Good luck with your decision and hopefully you have a success story. Read Less

I opened a yelp account and am writing my first review on ABC Animal Hospital because we had a very different experience than some of the ranters who have posted here.  We just moved to Suisun and wanted to see a vet close to the house, but were worried when we saw the reviews.  However, we decided to try the place out one time and see for ourselves as reviews can sometimes be inaccurate or very specific to individuals.  Based on what we saw today, I think some people have allowed their emotions to get out of control and maybe some people just post when they have negative things to say.  Granted, as we continue to use this vet... if we have any such negative experiences, I will gladly update my review.  Today, our visit was a very good experience.We brought our little dog in this afternoon for an ear infection.  We called this morning and were seen the same day, which was nice.  Parking was not a problem and when we arrived after 4pm, we were the only ones there.  The two ladies at the desk who checked us in were extremely nice and friendly.  It was nice and cool on this very hot day and everything was very clean.  We were seen by Dr. Rick Bhandaal rather quickly.  He did not exhibit ANY of the odd behaviors mentioned in other reviews.  He fully entered the room and had no problem touching the dog in order to examine him.  At no time did he push unnecessary medications or services.  At no time was he rude at all.  He was actually very helpful and nice.  He told us some general health-related things about our dog that we already knew as he did a general examination.  He was gentle with our pet and took the time to explain what was wrong with our pet's ear and how to treat it with the medications he was prescribing.  He seems a serious kinda guy on the whole, but he did crack a smile a few times.Our dog has had this kind of ear infection before so we knew what to expect from previous vets, including with the cost.  Nothing was different here.  It was also nice that they offered a 5% military discount or the same discount if you are a senior.  We forgot to mention until after we paid about the discount, but the woman at the desk credited our account that 5% for the next visit. I'm sure if we'd pushed it, she would have just redone our bill but we chose not to.All I can say is try the place out for yourself if you are in doubt.  We entered a little apprehensive at meeting this vet but found him to be very professional and we had no problems at all.  It's a shame people get out of control and try to ruin your business with these reviews when they get upset about something.  I would recommend this place for anyone in need of a vet.  There is also an option to leave pets for $21 per night.  Make sure you ask for your discount (if you rate one) ahead of time. Read Less

THE VET IS HORRIBLE! !! if my dog ever needs anything else besides boarding or flea treatment. I will be going elsewhere.  I only go here to pick up flea pills because it is literally in walking distance. I brought my dog here to get her first shots. My dog could tell he was not a compassionate person. She wanted to bite his head off. He walked in cold, and with an angry unpleasant expression. Did not speak not even after being spoken to.  I wanted to walk out of there. He just gave her the shots and walked out. with this being my first dog and first time to a vet I had questions.  I was left talking to the receptionist who was very nice and helpful. Read Less

Like the previous comments say , this place is a joke! The vet has no personality at all and acts like he doesn't care about animals ! They lost my dog's records after she had been going there for 4 years . Wonder if they just magically disappeared because I switched vets . Don't take your pets here , go to Sunset Animal instead ! Complete idiots here for losing medical records !! Read Less

This doctor is a serious joke. I don't even know how he became a veterinarian or where he got his degree. He was afraid to touch my dog he had me play vet tech.  He gave my dog medication he probably doesn't need he's just a MONEY HUNGRY PERSON. I paid $40 for an exam for him to just stare at my dog & tell me to take my dog to a specialist, really? He doesn't even do dog spays there I wonder why? What doctor doesn't do dog spays but does neuter. You ask them why he doesn't do spays they say it's a long procedure but he's a veterinarian he should know how. But on the other hand the techs are awesome they are very helpful. The only reason I think this place is still up is just like a lot of people say is because of the technicians. Read Less

If I could give no stars I would! This place is by far the WORST veterinary clinic/hospital I have ever been to. The staff was fine but the VET is a real piece of work! His name is Dr. Rick Bhandaal and he is a damn thief that takes advantage of people who love their pets and don't want to see them in pain. The only reason I came here was because all the other places I called were booked and busy and it was an emergency since my German Shepherd had broken his nail and was bleeding everywhere. I called prior and the staff told me to come in. I should've gone with my gut and walked out because something just didnt feel right. We didnt wait long because there was no one there (and now i know why, shouldve read yelp first!). The "vet" did not come into the room but rather stood in the doorway and first of all didn't introduce himself, ignored my dog bleeding on the floor and started trying to sell me worming medications and unnecessary blood tests which would cost me somewhere in the $200+ range.  VERY LASTLY, he finally "looked" at my dogs injury (the whole reason I came in) from again outside the room 5 feet away in the doorway and said right off the bat we're going to need to surgically remove it and put him under, etc etc and it would cost somewhere around $300+ not including the visit fee and the so called $200+ in unnecessary medications and tests he was forcing down my throat. Trying to give it a chance I ignored the sales pitch for the worm meds because my dog has had all that and has the heartguard etc etc. Me being skeptical about this surgical procedure, wanted to know more and I'm always one to get second opinions. I told the "vet" that I was going to call my dog trainer (who is also head of the rescue I got my dog from with their own veterinarian) and see what she thinks about what this guy was telling me. She told me to just request the antibiotics and tell him I was going to "treat my dog conservatively" rather than through surgery and that she would have her vet check him out later in the day. Since I had told him I was going to call and get a second opinion he immediately got mad, rolled his eyes and walked away down the hallway somewhere. He did not come back for a good 20 minutes in which I told him I only wanted antibiotics. IT WAS AT THIS POINT I STARTED GETTING PISSED. My GSD picks up on people attitudes and does not approve of MEN talking to me in a certain tone so my dog began growling and showing his teeth...because quite frankly he needed to lose the attitude and stop making threatening hand gestures. Because I wouldn't do what he wanted to do he started talking to me very condescending and treating me like I'm an idiot (Being that I'm a RN/BSN I knew that I could easily treat the wound myself but was looking more for the antibiotics which have to be prescribed).  He started giving me a VERY VERY FALSE microbiology lesson about infections and what not....and so I began talking to him the same way because he is indeed one of the most MORONIC, IGNORANT, UNPROFESSIONAL, RUDE, DISRESPECTFUL, DOG HATING crooks I have ever met. He finally agreed to disagree and said fine Ill give you bandages to take home with you then left abruptly and flustered.  30 min later someone came in and said okay we can check you out at the front desk....Well.... the total came to $93.95 for the visit and antibiotics....which turned out to be the incorrect amount and they overcharged me. When I went in to get my money back for the incorrect charge they shorted me money and the "vet" refused to give me back the rest of my change (the overcharge was for an ecollar that I was not even given! $18.95). We got in a nice fight towards the end and he started talking sh*t about me in the hallway in front of another customer and her dog, and as he did (which is SO UNPROFESSIONAL) I yelled I can hear you you f""king moron! Anyways, I walked out and told him I will be sure to report him to the BBB and bring all kinds of nasty attention his way. Dr Rick Bhandaal, if you're reading this, what goes around comes around! I hope you get yours a**hole. Read Less

Attention:  This is an HONEST review from a REAL customer. I have been going to this vet for almost 10 years. Never a problem- NOT ONE ISSUE. The vet is there for your pet, not you .   All 5 of my animals like this guy and his staff. I have brought in strays in need of emergency work and I was never turned away.  Even when one of my dogs passed away, there was nothing but kindness from the staff.   Pricing is good, staff is great, vet is a nice guy.  And I am one nit- picky, shrewd person who looks at all the details. Read Less

I always had a great experience here. I started taking may dog here in 2009. After a terrible car accident and one night in the emergency room at the SPCA in Fairfield I needed a vet that would take care of all the followups required. Doctor Bandahal knows what he is doing and my dog recovered very well. About 4 days ago I called 30 min before closing and they were very nice,  made a quick appt and my dog was taking care of 20 min later, he is already feeling better. I really like the fact that they scheduled a free appointment for a followup and even though my dog was due for some shots  the Dr. advised me to wait until my dog makes a full recovery. I am satisfied  with the service at this facility and my dog is healthy and happy. Read Less

There are two major issues I have with this place.  The first is the actual Veterinarian. The techs are super sweet and absolutely love each dog that comes in.  However, as others have said, the vet himself is a joke.  He seems to be completely uninterested in his job and patients, and has no customer relations skills.  The latter is probably why the techs are the complete opposite... to make up for his inadequacies.  We mainly use the place for boarding.The second issue is the pricing.  This one is general to California, since I am not a local.  I greatly appreciate the military discount, however, $18/night for a 20-25 pound dog whose food and toys I provide is very steep.  Maybe I am asking too much?I continue to board our dog there because of the proximity to our work and home and the techs.  I would recommend this place as a boarding facility and for short lengths of time only. Read Less

I've had good experiences here. The techs are always friendly. The vet seems ok. My dog was having diarrhea & he looked right there to examine that area. Asked for a follow up appt to make sure he recovered, no charge for follow up appt. I've had my dog here for boarding as well & was happy that they bathed him before returning him to me when I picked him up. All in all, I am satisfied. Read Less

I brought our cat here after a horrible experience with the vet from Sunset Animal Clinic. We had a pleasant, friendly, and helpful visit here at ABC Animal Hospital.The Vet and his assistant did a very very thorough exam of Fireman Charlie's foot,. I was pleased with how gentle the Vet and his assistant were Fireman Charlie. Charlie had a swollen pad and required antibiotic and a collar to keep from chewing on his foot.The instructions of how to home care for his wound was simple, not over medicating our feline for a buck, like offering pain medication. I wish I had been here for our other cat that was given medications that are lethal to cats. The Vet here and his assistants have my business. Oh just to put this out there people, The dog owners I watched in the adjacent waiting area appeared to be satisfied with the care this Vet offers.Make sure when seeking a Vet as with children doctors ask as many questions concerning your pet's care here. Question the medicines safety, ask about the expiration of pet food and medicine, and most of all find out if you are comfortable with the doctor, everybody does not do business the same nor do they see the situation the same, unless you speak up.I will be returning because the doctor and his assistant were thorough with the exam of Fireman Charlie. Read Less