Star Meadow Animal Clinic
Farmington, Connecticut
General Info
Star Meadow Animal Clinic delivers comprehensive, compassionate and progressive medical, surgical and preventive healthcare to your beloved pets. Drs. Battiston, Dr. Malament, and Dr. Barringer along with their expert veterinary staff, use the most up-to-date techniques and procedures to treat animal illness and injury as well as to promote longevity and good health. You and your pet will always be greeted with a smile! Please call us now for an appointment.
Reviews
Allison L.
7 Jun 2019
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This is going to be a long one so get comfy....I decided to take my dog to Star Meadow after taking him to the VCA for several years. The only reason I wanted to switch vets was because I really think...
This is going to be a long one so get comfy....I decided to take my dog to Star Meadow after taking him to the VCA for several years. The only reason I wanted to switch vets was because I really think my dog has some anxiety and needs to be medicated to a degree. The VCA vet didn't believe in medicating for that reason, so I moved on to Star Meadow. BIGGEST MISTAKE.For starters my dog, Jack is very anxious, excited, hyper at the vet. He does growl a bit once the examination begins and since he began showing mild aggression I asked he be muzzled at the vet. The VCA muzzled him, would examine him in the room and the visit would go smoothly. At Star Meadow this was not the case...The first time we were there Dr. Malament offered to take him to to another room in hopes it would calm him down. I agreed and thought it was a good idea. She returned shortly to tell me he did well. Let me pause here to say I truly enjoyed Dr. Malament and most of the front staff, but as time progressed my experience specifically with the practice manager?/ want-to-Be behaviorist Crystal made my decision to leave.Anyway, after learning Jack had Lyme disease, we had to return. It was then that we were ambushed by Crystal who came in to talk to us about training and behavior at length. Crystal is not a trainer nor is she a licensed behaviorist. We have a trainer we love, but full disclosure Jack is a tough, stubborn dog and it's a slow moving process. Crystal basically lectured us on how awful of a dog he was. Not true. I would invite anyone who reads this review to come to my house and tell me he's awful. She was rude, condescending and her opinion was not requested. He also had an accident where he cut his thigh on a piece of metal in the yard. We had to return. At this point he was on two medications of which I personally had to guess with the dosages because what was initially prescribed left a hyper, happy dog shaking in the bathroom In the dark.His cut thigh required stitches which he was fully sedated for. After the stitches were removed we had to speak as a follow up. This is where Crystal enters yet again. In short, Crystal said Jack would have to be FULLY SEDATED for regular visits if we wanted to continue to be a patient there. For the safety of the staff and Jack she said this was the necessary. No incident had ever happened with Jack and their staff and I was forthcoming when they took us on about him being muzzled during exams. She was again rude, harsh and quite honestly not someone I hope to ever have to deal with again. Let me also note he was never sedated AT ALL let alone fully when we were at the VCA.I hung up, in tears, and after calming down called back to request a conversation with Dr. Malament as we had just dropped $1,000 on stitches and I felt I was atleast due a phone call with the vet, not the want-to-be behaviorist.Dr. Malament sang a completely different tune. She said they would be willing to try other routes besides full sedation such as conducting his visits outdoors. I thanked her and hung up. We never went back.The bottom line is this...I think Star Meadow is an uppity practice that truly can pick and choose which dogs they want to see. If you have a large dog that isn't the perfect angel at the vet. Don't bring them to Star Meadow. If you do, avoid Crystal at all costs.
Bonnie M.
1 Nov 2018
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I originally started going here because I lived down the street in Farmington when I first got my cat. After I moved to Naugatuck and then to Wolcott I tried going to vets closer by but was never as h...
I originally started going here because I lived down the street in Farmington when I first got my cat. After I moved to Naugatuck and then to Wolcott I tried going to vets closer by but was never as happy as when I went to Star Meadow. After a 3 year hiatus, I took my cats back to Star Meadow and once again was treated with the best care possible. The vet techs were gentle even though my cat hissed and tried to bite them when they cut her nails. They complimented and pet the cats and gave them treats to calm them down. Wonderful vet techs. Then when the vet came in to do the exam, she walked me through every step. She addressed every concern and answered every question thoroughly. I never felt like she was rushed to go to another room. She also suggested I could skip some tests and put the money towards a treatment she thought was necessary instead of trying to get me to spend all the money on all the things. She took the time to show me how to administer ear cleaning solution instead of handing me a bottle and sending me home. I love this vet clinic and highly recommend them to anybody.
Jackie Jamsheed
14 Jul 2018
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These people are highly unethical . They tried to charge me for a $300 blood work that was needed. Only found out after I questioned the work since my dog had blood work only three months before.
Chatu Ranasinghe
19 Jun 2018
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The staff is very sweet. Doctors are knowledgeable and are really compassionate. The quality of work is excellent. The office is clean and really nice decor. However, very costly. If the pricing is be...
The staff is very sweet. Doctors are knowledgeable and are really compassionate. The quality of work is excellent. The office is clean and really nice decor. However, very costly. If the pricing is better, I would have given a 5 stars.
Brendin S
17 May 2018
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This is the best clinic around. If you're looking for compassionate care and friendly staff, this is the place for you. I would never bring my problem dog anywhere else but Star Meadow, where everyone...
This is the best clinic around. If you're looking for compassionate care and friendly staff, this is the place for you. I would never bring my problem dog anywhere else but Star Meadow, where everyone takes such good care of my Shilo.
Brendin S.
4 May 2018
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This is the best clinic to go to in the area. The staff members are diligent, intelligent and caring. The doctors are exceptional and really care about the animals. This clinic is all about quality. T...
This is the best clinic to go to in the area. The staff members are diligent, intelligent and caring. The doctors are exceptional and really care about the animals. This clinic is all about quality. Thank you Star Meadow!
Dee L.
22 Feb 2018
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I came in with my dog and the Technician and Doctor were great. They were very attentive to my very scared dog and my dog felt very comfortable. The receptionist on the other hand, was not so friendly...
I came in with my dog and the Technician and Doctor were great. They were very attentive to my very scared dog and my dog felt very comfortable. The receptionist on the other hand, was not so friendly and seemed annoyed that I had to take her attention from the phone. I had a great experience with Doctor and Technician but not so much with the front staff. Otherwise a great place to bring your pet!!!
CJ Klemonski
12 Jan 2018
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Excellent place to bring your beloved pets. The staff is kind, compassionate, and sincere. Prior to going there, my faith in the veterinary profession had been shook by a place that was clearly dr...
Excellent place to bring your beloved pets. The staff is kind, compassionate, and sincere. Prior to going there, my faith in the veterinary profession had been shook by a place that was clearly driven by only the almighty dollar and not what's in the animal's best interest. Star meadow (and fox clinic in Newington also) restored that faith. They are exactly what an animal clinic should be: people who choose to work with animals because they love them and empathize with the bond pet owners have with their furry children. Dr de Wolf went the extra mile to make sure my little guy got better when the outlook seemed bleak, and the entire staff shares that dedication.
Julie Carter
3 Jan 2018
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Best veterinarian practice in the Farmington Valley.
Chris G.
23 Sep 2017
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This review is a long time overdue! My wife and I have been bringing our 3 elderly rescue dogs to Star Meadow Animal Clinic for over 10 years. Our main doctor is Dr. Tanya Battiston, who by far is t...
This review is a long time overdue! My wife and I have been bringing our 3 elderly rescue dogs to Star Meadow Animal Clinic for over 10 years. Our main doctor is Dr. Tanya Battiston, who by far is the best we have ever come across. What is even better than that is the fact that if we have ever needed to come in and Dr. Battiston was not there, we have always had the best care from each of the Dr's and Techs working at Star Meadow. I can't recommend this practice enough. They truly put the care of the animals ahead of everything else. Let me explain:There was an incident where we had an emergency with our Chihuahua at 6:00 pm. We called Star Meadow and Dr. Battiston was getting ready to leave. After taking our call, walking us through a few things to check and assessing the situation, Dr. Battiston did not recommend for us to take our dog to the Emergency Vet. Instead, realizing the severity of the situation, she told us to come in immediately so that she could see our dog. We got there and within minutes she had diagnosed our dog with blockage in the bladder. After tests to confirm she managed to dislodge the blockage and empty the bladder. The very next day she performed successful surgery! She saved his life! This is the type of care and attention she and the rest of the Doctors and Staff at Star Meadow have always shown all three of our dogs. I have read some of the other reviews where people complain about the wait time, etc... To me that seems a bit ridiculous. I look at it as a positive. This practice is busy at times because they are that good! I would rather wait a few extra minutes (which rarely happens) because I know the Doctors are making sure the animals are being well cared for than enter a factory that pushes the animals in and out to simply make money! This is TOP NOTCH PRACTICE!
Kyle Medeska
17 Sep 2017
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Great doctors, great techs!
Carrie Gray
23 Jun 2017
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I love this place. They are sweet and really care about the animals. They also just did a big renovation which is beautiful. However it's very very expensive.
Janet L.
21 Jun 2017
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Could not be happier with the staff and service at Star Meadow. I had an issue with a service and once brought to their attention, it was rectified in a courteous and professional manner. I would not ...
Could not be happier with the staff and service at Star Meadow. I had an issue with a service and once brought to their attention, it was rectified in a courteous and professional manner. I would not hesitate recommending this Clinic.
Dennis G.
18 Apr 2017
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We've really enjoyed bringing Maddie to Star Meadow for the past four years! The staff has always been very friendly and helpful! On a couple of occasions,when she was younger,Maddie would swallow thi...
We've really enjoyed bringing Maddie to Star Meadow for the past four years! The staff has always been very friendly and helpful! On a couple of occasions,when she was younger,Maddie would swallow things she shouldn't have! Why would a dog eat a sweatband??? We. We're able to bring her right in and Dr. Malament was able to take care of her immediately! We're very appreciative of the care and concern that Dr.Malament has shown not only on these occasions but also with Maddie's thyroid. I'm sure we'll be using Star Meadow for many more years!
Chris Graham
14 Dec 2016
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Great staff! They truly care about your your furry family and the quality of care that they provide to them.
Jane Fernald
22 Nov 2016
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We were away on vacation and our dog became ill. The Boarding facility contacted Dr. Battiston who sent a staff member to pick him up. She admitted and treated him, communicating with me the whole t...
We were away on vacation and our dog became ill. The Boarding facility contacted Dr. Battiston who sent a staff member to pick him up. She admitted and treated him, communicating with me the whole time about how he was doing. She gave him the treatment he needed, and we're all home now and so grateful for this excellent care from a very special Vet and friend.
Heather Sloan Waddell
15 Oct 2016
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Other veterinary clinics can't even begin to compare! The drive from RI is worth the trip for the excellent, thorough, top notch care delivered with kindness and compassion. Dr. Tanya Battiston and h...
Other veterinary clinics can't even begin to compare! The drive from RI is worth the trip for the excellent, thorough, top notch care delivered with kindness and compassion. Dr. Tanya Battiston and her team of professionals are the best!
Julie Campbell Carter
27 Sep 2016
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Best vet practice in the Valley!!! Dr. Battiston and her team are total professionals and love your pets as much as you do!!
Meredith Ann
23 Sep 2016
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Being in the middle of a move and finding a lump on your furry baby's head that isn't a tick is the last thing anyone wants... But once we were moved in and I contacted Star Meadow (they were the clos...
Being in the middle of a move and finding a lump on your furry baby's head that isn't a tick is the last thing anyone wants... But once we were moved in and I contacted Star Meadow (they were the closest vet to me) they treated me and my Brandy Girl like they had known us for years... The entire staff was so warm and welcoming. I could never dream of taking any of my furry babies anywhere else from now on!!! Thanks for taking care of us so well... We've only been here now for 6 weeks and Brandy already has her stitches out!!!
Susan Markus
31 Mar 2016
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All the staff at Star Meadow are the kindest and most caring of any vets I have every used. From Dr. Battison who is so knowledgable and understanding to the tech who looked out the blanket for Dunca...
All the staff at Star Meadow are the kindest and most caring of any vets I have every used. From Dr. Battison who is so knowledgable and understanding to the tech who looked out the blanket for Duncan to the secretary who provided much needed consolation over my loss. Duncan and I could not have been in better hands. I highly recommend this wonderful team!! Thank you all!
Karen R.
22 Feb 2016
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I took my dog to Star Meadow for 12 years. They always provided excellent care! They even did his examinations and minor procedures like nail trimming in the parking lot because he would get so stress...
I took my dog to Star Meadow for 12 years. They always provided excellent care! They even did his examinations and minor procedures like nail trimming in the parking lot because he would get so stressed out in the office. On occasion they did want to do a few more tests than I was comfortable with but when I made it clear that I wasn't going to go to extreme lengths they were always polite about it. My guess is that if they didn't offer every option some people would be very upset. When it came time for me to let him go, they handled us with care, kindness and concern.
Susanne Hom
13 Feb 2016
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Absolutely love the staff! Every single one of them. Dr M. , Crystal, Kelsey, Jamie, etc. thank you for always being so kind and so loving to Mason. I know every time we have to visit, we are only goi...
Absolutely love the staff! Every single one of them. Dr M. , Crystal, Kelsey, Jamie, etc. thank you for always being so kind and so loving to Mason. I know every time we have to visit, we are only going to be taken care of. You're office is like family to us. Thank to all!
Nicole K.
27 Jun 2015
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I have been bringing my dog here for a number of years now. Up until now, my dog thankfully was only in need of his yearly check-ups. I never had too many complaints at this point, other than being ...
I have been bringing my dog here for a number of years now. Up until now, my dog thankfully was only in need of his yearly check-ups. I never had too many complaints at this point, other than being disappointed at the fact that I always felt like I was being pressured to add more services onto an already thorough exam. The real issue with this vet began when I brought my dog in for a thorough exam, seeing that he was starting to vomit every day and was not eating as much as usual. I understand that troubleshooting is needed at first in hopes to rule out a list of possible reasons for an illness. Well, to make the long story short, I brought my dog in numerous times, sometimes two to three times a WEEK because the medications they were prescribing for my dog were not curing his illness, but only masking the symptoms for a short time. We all know vet bills can be extremely costly, but those of us who would do anything to help our pets would spend whatever we needed to, to make them better. That is exactly what we did...however, our doctor was unable to properly diagnose his illness and he was getting WORSE. At this time, my husband and I were thinking that we needed a second opinion because the doctors here seemed to be incompetent. They didn't know what to tell us anymore and it seemed that they were grabbing at straws at this point. Well, what happened next, made up our minds...I was on the phone one day with the clinic manager, Crystal, and I was frustrated. I was explaining to her how stressed and frustrated we were because our dog was not getting better with their care, but only getting worse. She actually had the nerve to insinuate that we were not properly giving our dog the care he needed!!! I was beside myself as I couldn't believe what I was hearing. At this point, after many months of coming to Star Meadow...and after already having spent thousands of dollars on care for our dog, how on earth could she even think something like that???I told Crystal how rude and uncalled for her insinuation was and that I was extremely insulted. Well, apparently, she didn't like the fact that I called her out on her rudeness, because SHE THEN HUNG UP ON ME. This woman, who is supposed to be a professional, hung up on me, one who has brought my dog to her clinic now for years and was clearly frustrated at the lack of care he had been receiving!!!Needless to say, I never went back there again, and instead, took my dog to another vet where he received the LIFE-SAVING care and surgery he needed and now he is back to himself!!! We can't thank the doctors enough who saved his life!Do NOT go to this vet...it seems to me that these doctors care more about their fancy paintings hanging on the walls of their clinic, rather than providing professional care for their furry clients.
Donna D.
14 Apr 2015
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I love Star Meadow Animal Clinic. I have taken all of my English Bulldogs to Dr. Tanya Sloan Battiston. Dr. Battiston is amazing and the care she has extended to each of my bulldogs is above and bey...
I love Star Meadow Animal Clinic. I have taken all of my English Bulldogs to Dr. Tanya Sloan Battiston. Dr. Battiston is amazing and the care she has extended to each of my bulldogs is above and beyond what I could ask for. I have an eight year old special needs bulldog, Brandan who is completely deaf and is seen at Star Meadow Animal Clinic once a week for special skin treatments, laser treatment, etc. The staff is so kind to me and Brandan. The emergency services at Star Meadow are also wonderful and they always tell me you can bring him no matter how busy they are. I could not ask for better care for my bulldogs. I must mention owning a bulldog is a very high maintenance breed and the owner can be as well. They are always kind and polite to me.My first Bulldog, Bergdorf did not like going to see the vet prior to going to Star Meadow. Bergdorf loved to go see Dr. Battiston. I am so happy I made that change many years ago. I don't have Bergdorf any longer. He lived a very long life with the wonderful care from Dr. Battiston. I currently take Brandan and Promise to see her and could not be happier with the care that we receive from Star Meadow Animal Clinic. I have to say this is the best veterinary practice in Connecticut.
Jodi Arren Kelly
29 Sep 2014
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I think the staff at star meadow is exceptional from the way your are greeted when you come in christie and jaime,, and of course Dr Tanya Battistone is the best Vet I could ever ask for. My maggie m...
I think the staff at star meadow is exceptional from the way your are greeted when you come in christie and jaime,, and of course Dr Tanya Battistone is the best Vet I could ever ask for. My maggie mae is so comfortable around her. And of course pat she gives her the best spa treatment. But I guess the most important part of them is there compassion, when you need it the most, when I had to put my baby cinnamon my cat to sleep she was almost 20 years old, but Dr Tanya knew it was time, and she hugged and kissed her as much as she she did me it meant the world to me . Thank you so much jodi
Donna Elizabeth Duby
21 Aug 2014
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I love this amazing place and Dr. Tanya Battiston goes above and beyond every single time I have brought one of my bulldogs to her. Always amazed at the excellent care from her and the entire staff ...
I love this amazing place and Dr. Tanya Battiston goes above and beyond every single time I have brought one of my bulldogs to her. Always amazed at the excellent care from her and the entire staff of Star Meadow Animal Clinic. Thank you all....From the days of Colby, Bergdorf and now Brandan and Promise.......
Katy Langlois
27 Jun 2014
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Dr. Battiston and the entire Star Meadow staff are amazing with all three members of my furry family. I have two cats and a ferret. They have been fabulous with treatment and advice for any issues or ...
Dr. Battiston and the entire Star Meadow staff are amazing with all three members of my furry family. I have two cats and a ferret. They have been fabulous with treatment and advice for any issues or concern I have with my furry children. When my first ferret got sick Dr. Battiston did everything she could for my baby but unfortunately we had to make the gut wrenching decision to put him to sleep. I was an emotional wreck and the entire staff was so supportive and caring. I will never forget that day and the compassion that Dr. Battiston and her staff showed me and Puck in his final hours. I would recommend Star Meadow to anyone looking for a vet that truly cares about your pets well being and provides excellent care.
Elaine Acosta
9 May 2014
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My experience of Star Meadow is far better than what I have read in the 2 posted reviews. The doctors and staff are gentle and caring. We have had nothing but good experiences with our dogs and cats...
My experience of Star Meadow is far better than what I have read in the 2 posted reviews. The doctors and staff are gentle and caring. We have had nothing but good experiences with our dogs and cats. We also kennel our dog there and it amazes me that she gets so excited when she sees where we are. She loves going! I am so thankful that we found this clinic.
Annie Caitlin
6 Mar 2014
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Star Animal clinic and especially Dr. Tanya will forever hold a special part of my family's heart. She and her team took the best of care of our childhood dog Morgan until she was 14 years old. Dr. ...
Star Animal clinic and especially Dr. Tanya will forever hold a special part of my family's heart. She and her team took the best of care of our childhood dog Morgan until she was 14 years old. Dr. Tanya was amazing during the most difficult process in our lives of having to say goodbye to Morgan and showed genuine, heartfelt sympathy and understanding when Morgan crossed the rainbow bridge. I am forever grateful to/for Dr. Tanya for being with our family that day years ago. She continues to be a part of our lives with our newest (2 yr old) family dog Harlee. My family and I thank you Dr. Tanya and the entire team at Star Meadow for everything you do.
Julie Y.
26 Feb 2014
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We've been taking our black lab here for the past 2 years. The vets, technicians, and office staff are always super friendly and accommodating but there are a few areas that concern me... We get rando...
We've been taking our black lab here for the past 2 years. The vets, technicians, and office staff are always super friendly and accommodating but there are a few areas that concern me... We get random cards in the mail throughout the year saying our dog needs such and such exam or vaccine when we take her for her annual checkup at a specific time each year and she gets all the exams/vaccines on that one day. Somewhere their records getting mixed up. We've also used them for boarding. They are reasonably priced and accommodating on pickup and drop off times. HOWEVER, this last time, she was boarded for a week and came home with kennel cough. Now, we noticed it RIGHT away so there is no way that anyone caring for her would not have noticed it while she was there--it's not as if the symptoms didn't show up for a few days. When my husband called and asked them to see her FREE OF CHARGE they would not do it...saying they would charge at least $52 for an exam. We not only had her vaccinated for canine bordatella, but she obviously contracted the disease after being housed in their kennel for a week. I feel the staff should have contacted the clients and notified them that some other dog had kennel cough and our dog may have been exposed to it (at the very least) and then when she DID contract it, they should see her free of charge. I find this very unprofessional and we will be shopping for a new vet and kennel. I understand that the vaccine is not fool proof but you should not be looking to make money off people when their dogs get sick at your facility. Also, they fed her TWICE the amount of food per day we specified on the instructions and I was not happy about that. She is a middle-aged black lab and needs to watch her weight.
Brian Bailey
10 Jul 2013
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I'll be brief and to the point, I would say this is one of the most overpriced Vet clinic's in all of New England. After being shocked at our first bill and the outrageous charges for offices visits ...
I'll be brief and to the point, I would say this is one of the most overpriced Vet clinic's in all of New England. After being shocked at our first bill and the outrageous charges for offices visits and services. Not only the prices are terrible, but so were the medical staff, the doctor we were paired with was shutoff and cold to patients. Additionally we had strong indications that the doctor had passed immediate judgements based on breed and showed a sever lack of ability and knowledge when compared to other clinics in the area.
Small waiting room, with nowhere to really take the animals.
Simply put, I wont return here, nor will my pets. Additionally I would urge you to consider your other options as just about anywhere else would be far superior to this facility.
The best thing from our experience would have to be the rest of the staff. Unlike the doctor we met, everyone else in the clinic and behind the counters were extremely friendly and helpful. So in the end at least there is that, and the only reason it could be considered "fair" service.
Most sincerely
B.Bailey
Kevin Shaw
27 Jun 2013
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The initial vet visit was fifty dollars... plus heartworm... plus meds. Fine, that's not the issue. The vet was ok, no major complaints other than her being a little rough cleaning our dog's ears... h...
The initial vet visit was fifty dollars... plus heartworm... plus meds. Fine, that's not the issue. The vet was ok, no major complaints other than her being a little rough cleaning our dog's ears... here is the problem. The vet wanted to just check her ears two weeks later. It's two weeks, and they want to charge us an additional forty two dollars!! No way. Find somewhere else to go, and save the forty dollars for a nice dinner for two. Nothing awesome about this place.
Aimee S.
13 Jun 2012
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When my dad, a veterinarian ( the only vet i ever had) passed away, I had to find a new one. Needless to say, my standards were high. I wanted that feeling of security and trust in the care of my ca...
When my dad, a veterinarian ( the only vet i ever had) passed away, I had to find a new one. Needless to say, my standards were high. I wanted that feeling of security and trust in the care of my cat my father had established. I found that kind of care at Star Meadow. Dr. Battiston and the entire staff are friendly and take special care with my animal. My cat is older, 15 now, battling a thyroid tumor and the consuquential kidney side affects. I firmly believe the advice and care provided by Dr. Battiston has kept my cat alive and thriving. I would recommend Star Meadow to any cat owner.
Michelle B.
15 Aug 2007
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I've been bringing my cats here for several years and have been very happy with the doctors and staff at Star Meadow.
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Star Meadow Animal Clinic
Farmington, Connecticut
General Info
Star Meadow Animal Clinic delivers comprehensive, compassionate and progressive medical, surgical and preventive healthcare to your beloved pets. Drs. Battiston, Dr. Malament, and Dr. Barringer along with their expert veterinary staff, use the most up-to-date techniques and procedures to treat animal illness and injury as well as to promote longevity and good health. You and your pet will always be greeted with a smile! Please call us now for an appointment.
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Monday
08:00AM-18:00PM
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08:00AM-18:00PM
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08:00AM-18:00PM
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Allison L.
7 Jun 2019
This is going to be a long one so get comfy....I decided to take my dog to Star Meadow after taking him to the VCA for several years. The only reason I wanted to switch vets was because I really think...
This is going to be a long one so get comfy....I decided to take my dog to Star Meadow after taking him to the VCA for several years. The only reason I wanted to switch vets was because I really think my dog has some anxiety and needs to be medicated to a degree. The VCA vet didn't believe in medicating for that reason, so I moved on to Star Meadow. BIGGEST MISTAKE.For starters my dog, Jack is very anxious, excited, hyper at the vet. He does growl a bit once the examination begins and since he began showing mild aggression I asked he be muzzled at the vet. The VCA muzzled him, would examine him in the room and the visit would go smoothly. At Star Meadow this was not the case...The first time we were there Dr. Malament offered to take him to to another room in hopes it would calm him down. I agreed and thought it was a good idea. She returned shortly to tell me he did well. Let me pause here to say I truly enjoyed Dr. Malament and most of the front staff, but as time progressed my experience specifically with the practice manager?/ want-to-Be behaviorist Crystal made my decision to leave.Anyway, after learning Jack had Lyme disease, we had to return. It was then that we were ambushed by Crystal who came in to talk to us about training and behavior at length. Crystal is not a trainer nor is she a licensed behaviorist. We have a trainer we love, but full disclosure Jack is a tough, stubborn dog and it's a slow moving process. Crystal basically lectured us on how awful of a dog he was. Not true. I would invite anyone who reads this review to come to my house and tell me he's awful. She was rude, condescending and her opinion was not requested. He also had an accident where he cut his thigh on a piece of metal in the yard. We had to return. At this point he was on two medications of which I personally had to guess with the dosages because what was initially prescribed left a hyper, happy dog shaking in the bathroom In the dark.His cut thigh required stitches which he was fully sedated for. After the stitches were removed we had to speak as a follow up. This is where Crystal enters yet again. In short, Crystal said Jack would have to be FULLY SEDATED for regular visits if we wanted to continue to be a patient there. For the safety of the staff and Jack she said this was the necessary. No incident had ever happened with Jack and their staff and I was forthcoming when they took us on about him being muzzled during exams. She was again rude, harsh and quite honestly not someone I hope to ever have to deal with again. Let me also note he was never sedated AT ALL let alone fully when we were at the VCA.I hung up, in tears, and after calming down called back to request a conversation with Dr. Malament as we had just dropped $1,000 on stitches and I felt I was atleast due a phone call with the vet, not the want-to-be behaviorist.Dr. Malament sang a completely different tune. She said they would be willing to try other routes besides full sedation such as conducting his visits outdoors. I thanked her and hung up. We never went back.The bottom line is this...I think Star Meadow is an uppity practice that truly can pick and choose which dogs they want to see. If you have a large dog that isn't the perfect angel at the vet. Don't bring them to Star Meadow. If you do, avoid Crystal at all costs.
Bonnie M.
1 Nov 2018
I originally started going here because I lived down the street in Farmington when I first got my cat. After I moved to Naugatuck and then to Wolcott I tried going to vets closer by but was never as h...
I originally started going here because I lived down the street in Farmington when I first got my cat. After I moved to Naugatuck and then to Wolcott I tried going to vets closer by but was never as happy as when I went to Star Meadow. After a 3 year hiatus, I took my cats back to Star Meadow and once again was treated with the best care possible. The vet techs were gentle even though my cat hissed and tried to bite them when they cut her nails. They complimented and pet the cats and gave them treats to calm them down. Wonderful vet techs. Then when the vet came in to do the exam, she walked me through every step. She addressed every concern and answered every question thoroughly. I never felt like she was rushed to go to another room. She also suggested I could skip some tests and put the money towards a treatment she thought was necessary instead of trying to get me to spend all the money on all the things. She took the time to show me how to administer ear cleaning solution instead of handing me a bottle and sending me home. I love this vet clinic and highly recommend them to anybody.
Jackie Jamsheed
14 Jul 2018
These people are highly unethical . They tried to charge me for a $300 blood work that was needed. Only found out after I questioned the work since my dog had blood work only three months before.
Chatu Ranasinghe
19 Jun 2018
The staff is very sweet. Doctors are knowledgeable and are really compassionate. The quality of work is excellent. The office is clean and really nice decor. However, very costly. If the pricing is be...
The staff is very sweet. Doctors are knowledgeable and are really compassionate. The quality of work is excellent. The office is clean and really nice decor. However, very costly. If the pricing is better, I would have given a 5 stars.
Brendin S
17 May 2018
This is the best clinic around. If you're looking for compassionate care and friendly staff, this is the place for you. I would never bring my problem dog anywhere else but Star Meadow, where everyone...
This is the best clinic around. If you're looking for compassionate care and friendly staff, this is the place for you. I would never bring my problem dog anywhere else but Star Meadow, where everyone takes such good care of my Shilo.
Brendin S.
4 May 2018
This is the best clinic to go to in the area. The staff members are diligent, intelligent and caring. The doctors are exceptional and really care about the animals. This clinic is all about quality. T...
This is the best clinic to go to in the area. The staff members are diligent, intelligent and caring. The doctors are exceptional and really care about the animals. This clinic is all about quality. Thank you Star Meadow!
Dee L.
22 Feb 2018
I came in with my dog and the Technician and Doctor were great. They were very attentive to my very scared dog and my dog felt very comfortable. The receptionist on the other hand, was not so friendly...
I came in with my dog and the Technician and Doctor were great. They were very attentive to my very scared dog and my dog felt very comfortable. The receptionist on the other hand, was not so friendly and seemed annoyed that I had to take her attention from the phone. I had a great experience with Doctor and Technician but not so much with the front staff. Otherwise a great place to bring your pet!!!
CJ Klemonski
12 Jan 2018
Excellent place to bring your beloved pets. The staff is kind, compassionate, and sincere. Prior to going there, my faith in the veterinary profession had been shook by a place that was clearly dr...
Excellent place to bring your beloved pets. The staff is kind, compassionate, and sincere. Prior to going there, my faith in the veterinary profession had been shook by a place that was clearly driven by only the almighty dollar and not what's in the animal's best interest. Star meadow (and fox clinic in Newington also) restored that faith. They are exactly what an animal clinic should be: people who choose to work with animals because they love them and empathize with the bond pet owners have with their furry children. Dr de Wolf went the extra mile to make sure my little guy got better when the outlook seemed bleak, and the entire staff shares that dedication.
Julie Carter
3 Jan 2018
Best veterinarian practice in the Farmington Valley.
Chris G.
23 Sep 2017
This review is a long time overdue! My wife and I have been bringing our 3 elderly rescue dogs to Star Meadow Animal Clinic for over 10 years. Our main doctor is Dr. Tanya Battiston, who by far is t...
This review is a long time overdue! My wife and I have been bringing our 3 elderly rescue dogs to Star Meadow Animal Clinic for over 10 years. Our main doctor is Dr. Tanya Battiston, who by far is the best we have ever come across. What is even better than that is the fact that if we have ever needed to come in and Dr. Battiston was not there, we have always had the best care from each of the Dr's and Techs working at Star Meadow. I can't recommend this practice enough. They truly put the care of the animals ahead of everything else. Let me explain:There was an incident where we had an emergency with our Chihuahua at 6:00 pm. We called Star Meadow and Dr. Battiston was getting ready to leave. After taking our call, walking us through a few things to check and assessing the situation, Dr. Battiston did not recommend for us to take our dog to the Emergency Vet. Instead, realizing the severity of the situation, she told us to come in immediately so that she could see our dog. We got there and within minutes she had diagnosed our dog with blockage in the bladder. After tests to confirm she managed to dislodge the blockage and empty the bladder. The very next day she performed successful surgery! She saved his life! This is the type of care and attention she and the rest of the Doctors and Staff at Star Meadow have always shown all three of our dogs. I have read some of the other reviews where people complain about the wait time, etc... To me that seems a bit ridiculous. I look at it as a positive. This practice is busy at times because they are that good! I would rather wait a few extra minutes (which rarely happens) because I know the Doctors are making sure the animals are being well cared for than enter a factory that pushes the animals in and out to simply make money! This is TOP NOTCH PRACTICE!
Kyle Medeska
17 Sep 2017
Great doctors, great techs!
Carrie Gray
23 Jun 2017
I love this place. They are sweet and really care about the animals. They also just did a big renovation which is beautiful. However it's very very expensive.
Janet L.
21 Jun 2017
Could not be happier with the staff and service at Star Meadow. I had an issue with a service and once brought to their attention, it was rectified in a courteous and professional manner. I would not ...
Could not be happier with the staff and service at Star Meadow. I had an issue with a service and once brought to their attention, it was rectified in a courteous and professional manner. I would not hesitate recommending this Clinic.
Dennis G.
18 Apr 2017
We've really enjoyed bringing Maddie to Star Meadow for the past four years! The staff has always been very friendly and helpful! On a couple of occasions,when she was younger,Maddie would swallow thi...
We've really enjoyed bringing Maddie to Star Meadow for the past four years! The staff has always been very friendly and helpful! On a couple of occasions,when she was younger,Maddie would swallow things she shouldn't have! Why would a dog eat a sweatband??? We. We're able to bring her right in and Dr. Malament was able to take care of her immediately! We're very appreciative of the care and concern that Dr.Malament has shown not only on these occasions but also with Maddie's thyroid. I'm sure we'll be using Star Meadow for many more years!
Chris Graham
14 Dec 2016
Great staff! They truly care about your your furry family and the quality of care that they provide to them.
Jane Fernald
22 Nov 2016
We were away on vacation and our dog became ill. The Boarding facility contacted Dr. Battiston who sent a staff member to pick him up. She admitted and treated him, communicating with me the whole t...
We were away on vacation and our dog became ill. The Boarding facility contacted Dr. Battiston who sent a staff member to pick him up. She admitted and treated him, communicating with me the whole time about how he was doing. She gave him the treatment he needed, and we're all home now and so grateful for this excellent care from a very special Vet and friend.
Heather Sloan Waddell
15 Oct 2016
Other veterinary clinics can't even begin to compare! The drive from RI is worth the trip for the excellent, thorough, top notch care delivered with kindness and compassion. Dr. Tanya Battiston and h...
Other veterinary clinics can't even begin to compare! The drive from RI is worth the trip for the excellent, thorough, top notch care delivered with kindness and compassion. Dr. Tanya Battiston and her team of professionals are the best!
Julie Campbell Carter
27 Sep 2016
Best vet practice in the Valley!!! Dr. Battiston and her team are total professionals and love your pets as much as you do!!
Meredith Ann
23 Sep 2016
Being in the middle of a move and finding a lump on your furry baby's head that isn't a tick is the last thing anyone wants... But once we were moved in and I contacted Star Meadow (they were the clos...
Being in the middle of a move and finding a lump on your furry baby's head that isn't a tick is the last thing anyone wants... But once we were moved in and I contacted Star Meadow (they were the closest vet to me) they treated me and my Brandy Girl like they had known us for years... The entire staff was so warm and welcoming. I could never dream of taking any of my furry babies anywhere else from now on!!! Thanks for taking care of us so well... We've only been here now for 6 weeks and Brandy already has her stitches out!!!
Susan Markus
31 Mar 2016
All the staff at Star Meadow are the kindest and most caring of any vets I have every used. From Dr. Battison who is so knowledgable and understanding to the tech who looked out the blanket for Dunca...
All the staff at Star Meadow are the kindest and most caring of any vets I have every used. From Dr. Battison who is so knowledgable and understanding to the tech who looked out the blanket for Duncan to the secretary who provided much needed consolation over my loss. Duncan and I could not have been in better hands. I highly recommend this wonderful team!! Thank you all!
Karen R.
22 Feb 2016
I took my dog to Star Meadow for 12 years. They always provided excellent care! They even did his examinations and minor procedures like nail trimming in the parking lot because he would get so stress...
I took my dog to Star Meadow for 12 years. They always provided excellent care! They even did his examinations and minor procedures like nail trimming in the parking lot because he would get so stressed out in the office. On occasion they did want to do a few more tests than I was comfortable with but when I made it clear that I wasn't going to go to extreme lengths they were always polite about it. My guess is that if they didn't offer every option some people would be very upset. When it came time for me to let him go, they handled us with care, kindness and concern.
Susanne Hom
13 Feb 2016
Absolutely love the staff! Every single one of them. Dr M. , Crystal, Kelsey, Jamie, etc. thank you for always being so kind and so loving to Mason. I know every time we have to visit, we are only goi...
Absolutely love the staff! Every single one of them. Dr M. , Crystal, Kelsey, Jamie, etc. thank you for always being so kind and so loving to Mason. I know every time we have to visit, we are only going to be taken care of. You're office is like family to us. Thank to all!
Nicole K.
27 Jun 2015
I have been bringing my dog here for a number of years now. Up until now, my dog thankfully was only in need of his yearly check-ups. I never had too many complaints at this point, other than being ...
I have been bringing my dog here for a number of years now. Up until now, my dog thankfully was only in need of his yearly check-ups. I never had too many complaints at this point, other than being disappointed at the fact that I always felt like I was being pressured to add more services onto an already thorough exam. The real issue with this vet began when I brought my dog in for a thorough exam, seeing that he was starting to vomit every day and was not eating as much as usual. I understand that troubleshooting is needed at first in hopes to rule out a list of possible reasons for an illness. Well, to make the long story short, I brought my dog in numerous times, sometimes two to three times a WEEK because the medications they were prescribing for my dog were not curing his illness, but only masking the symptoms for a short time. We all know vet bills can be extremely costly, but those of us who would do anything to help our pets would spend whatever we needed to, to make them better. That is exactly what we did...however, our doctor was unable to properly diagnose his illness and he was getting WORSE. At this time, my husband and I were thinking that we needed a second opinion because the doctors here seemed to be incompetent. They didn't know what to tell us anymore and it seemed that they were grabbing at straws at this point. Well, what happened next, made up our minds...I was on the phone one day with the clinic manager, Crystal, and I was frustrated. I was explaining to her how stressed and frustrated we were because our dog was not getting better with their care, but only getting worse. She actually had the nerve to insinuate that we were not properly giving our dog the care he needed!!! I was beside myself as I couldn't believe what I was hearing. At this point, after many months of coming to Star Meadow...and after already having spent thousands of dollars on care for our dog, how on earth could she even think something like that???I told Crystal how rude and uncalled for her insinuation was and that I was extremely insulted. Well, apparently, she didn't like the fact that I called her out on her rudeness, because SHE THEN HUNG UP ON ME. This woman, who is supposed to be a professional, hung up on me, one who has brought my dog to her clinic now for years and was clearly frustrated at the lack of care he had been receiving!!!Needless to say, I never went back there again, and instead, took my dog to another vet where he received the LIFE-SAVING care and surgery he needed and now he is back to himself!!! We can't thank the doctors enough who saved his life!Do NOT go to this vet...it seems to me that these doctors care more about their fancy paintings hanging on the walls of their clinic, rather than providing professional care for their furry clients.
Donna D.
14 Apr 2015
I love Star Meadow Animal Clinic. I have taken all of my English Bulldogs to Dr. Tanya Sloan Battiston. Dr. Battiston is amazing and the care she has extended to each of my bulldogs is above and bey...
I love Star Meadow Animal Clinic. I have taken all of my English Bulldogs to Dr. Tanya Sloan Battiston. Dr. Battiston is amazing and the care she has extended to each of my bulldogs is above and beyond what I could ask for. I have an eight year old special needs bulldog, Brandan who is completely deaf and is seen at Star Meadow Animal Clinic once a week for special skin treatments, laser treatment, etc. The staff is so kind to me and Brandan. The emergency services at Star Meadow are also wonderful and they always tell me you can bring him no matter how busy they are. I could not ask for better care for my bulldogs. I must mention owning a bulldog is a very high maintenance breed and the owner can be as well. They are always kind and polite to me.My first Bulldog, Bergdorf did not like going to see the vet prior to going to Star Meadow. Bergdorf loved to go see Dr. Battiston. I am so happy I made that change many years ago. I don't have Bergdorf any longer. He lived a very long life with the wonderful care from Dr. Battiston. I currently take Brandan and Promise to see her and could not be happier with the care that we receive from Star Meadow Animal Clinic. I have to say this is the best veterinary practice in Connecticut.
Jodi Arren Kelly
29 Sep 2014
I think the staff at star meadow is exceptional from the way your are greeted when you come in christie and jaime,, and of course Dr Tanya Battistone is the best Vet I could ever ask for. My maggie m...
I think the staff at star meadow is exceptional from the way your are greeted when you come in christie and jaime,, and of course Dr Tanya Battistone is the best Vet I could ever ask for. My maggie mae is so comfortable around her. And of course pat she gives her the best spa treatment. But I guess the most important part of them is there compassion, when you need it the most, when I had to put my baby cinnamon my cat to sleep she was almost 20 years old, but Dr Tanya knew it was time, and she hugged and kissed her as much as she she did me it meant the world to me . Thank you so much jodi
Donna Elizabeth Duby
21 Aug 2014
I love this amazing place and Dr. Tanya Battiston goes above and beyond every single time I have brought one of my bulldogs to her. Always amazed at the excellent care from her and the entire staff ...
I love this amazing place and Dr. Tanya Battiston goes above and beyond every single time I have brought one of my bulldogs to her. Always amazed at the excellent care from her and the entire staff of Star Meadow Animal Clinic. Thank you all....From the days of Colby, Bergdorf and now Brandan and Promise.......
Katy Langlois
27 Jun 2014
Dr. Battiston and the entire Star Meadow staff are amazing with all three members of my furry family. I have two cats and a ferret. They have been fabulous with treatment and advice for any issues or ...
Dr. Battiston and the entire Star Meadow staff are amazing with all three members of my furry family. I have two cats and a ferret. They have been fabulous with treatment and advice for any issues or concern I have with my furry children. When my first ferret got sick Dr. Battiston did everything she could for my baby but unfortunately we had to make the gut wrenching decision to put him to sleep. I was an emotional wreck and the entire staff was so supportive and caring. I will never forget that day and the compassion that Dr. Battiston and her staff showed me and Puck in his final hours. I would recommend Star Meadow to anyone looking for a vet that truly cares about your pets well being and provides excellent care.
Elaine Acosta
9 May 2014
My experience of Star Meadow is far better than what I have read in the 2 posted reviews. The doctors and staff are gentle and caring. We have had nothing but good experiences with our dogs and cats...
My experience of Star Meadow is far better than what I have read in the 2 posted reviews. The doctors and staff are gentle and caring. We have had nothing but good experiences with our dogs and cats. We also kennel our dog there and it amazes me that she gets so excited when she sees where we are. She loves going! I am so thankful that we found this clinic.
Annie Caitlin
6 Mar 2014
Star Animal clinic and especially Dr. Tanya will forever hold a special part of my family's heart. She and her team took the best of care of our childhood dog Morgan until she was 14 years old. Dr. ...
Star Animal clinic and especially Dr. Tanya will forever hold a special part of my family's heart. She and her team took the best of care of our childhood dog Morgan until she was 14 years old. Dr. Tanya was amazing during the most difficult process in our lives of having to say goodbye to Morgan and showed genuine, heartfelt sympathy and understanding when Morgan crossed the rainbow bridge. I am forever grateful to/for Dr. Tanya for being with our family that day years ago. She continues to be a part of our lives with our newest (2 yr old) family dog Harlee. My family and I thank you Dr. Tanya and the entire team at Star Meadow for everything you do.
Julie Y.
26 Feb 2014
We've been taking our black lab here for the past 2 years. The vets, technicians, and office staff are always super friendly and accommodating but there are a few areas that concern me... We get rando...
We've been taking our black lab here for the past 2 years. The vets, technicians, and office staff are always super friendly and accommodating but there are a few areas that concern me... We get random cards in the mail throughout the year saying our dog needs such and such exam or vaccine when we take her for her annual checkup at a specific time each year and she gets all the exams/vaccines on that one day. Somewhere their records getting mixed up. We've also used them for boarding. They are reasonably priced and accommodating on pickup and drop off times. HOWEVER, this last time, she was boarded for a week and came home with kennel cough. Now, we noticed it RIGHT away so there is no way that anyone caring for her would not have noticed it while she was there--it's not as if the symptoms didn't show up for a few days. When my husband called and asked them to see her FREE OF CHARGE they would not do it...saying they would charge at least $52 for an exam. We not only had her vaccinated for canine bordatella, but she obviously contracted the disease after being housed in their kennel for a week. I feel the staff should have contacted the clients and notified them that some other dog had kennel cough and our dog may have been exposed to it (at the very least) and then when she DID contract it, they should see her free of charge. I find this very unprofessional and we will be shopping for a new vet and kennel. I understand that the vaccine is not fool proof but you should not be looking to make money off people when their dogs get sick at your facility. Also, they fed her TWICE the amount of food per day we specified on the instructions and I was not happy about that. She is a middle-aged black lab and needs to watch her weight.
Brian Bailey
10 Jul 2013
I'll be brief and to the point, I would say this is one of the most overpriced Vet clinic's in all of New England. After being shocked at our first bill and the outrageous charges for offices visits ...
I'll be brief and to the point, I would say this is one of the most overpriced Vet clinic's in all of New England. After being shocked at our first bill and the outrageous charges for offices visits and services. Not only the prices are terrible, but so were the medical staff, the doctor we were paired with was shutoff and cold to patients. Additionally we had strong indications that the doctor had passed immediate judgements based on breed and showed a sever lack of ability and knowledge when compared to other clinics in the area.
Small waiting room, with nowhere to really take the animals.
Simply put, I wont return here, nor will my pets. Additionally I would urge you to consider your other options as just about anywhere else would be far superior to this facility.
The best thing from our experience would have to be the rest of the staff. Unlike the doctor we met, everyone else in the clinic and behind the counters were extremely friendly and helpful. So in the end at least there is that, and the only reason it could be considered "fair" service.
Most sincerely
B.Bailey
Kevin Shaw
27 Jun 2013
The initial vet visit was fifty dollars... plus heartworm... plus meds. Fine, that's not the issue. The vet was ok, no major complaints other than her being a little rough cleaning our dog's ears... h...
The initial vet visit was fifty dollars... plus heartworm... plus meds. Fine, that's not the issue. The vet was ok, no major complaints other than her being a little rough cleaning our dog's ears... here is the problem. The vet wanted to just check her ears two weeks later. It's two weeks, and they want to charge us an additional forty two dollars!! No way. Find somewhere else to go, and save the forty dollars for a nice dinner for two. Nothing awesome about this place.
Aimee S.
13 Jun 2012
When my dad, a veterinarian ( the only vet i ever had) passed away, I had to find a new one. Needless to say, my standards were high. I wanted that feeling of security and trust in the care of my ca...
When my dad, a veterinarian ( the only vet i ever had) passed away, I had to find a new one. Needless to say, my standards were high. I wanted that feeling of security and trust in the care of my cat my father had established. I found that kind of care at Star Meadow. Dr. Battiston and the entire staff are friendly and take special care with my animal. My cat is older, 15 now, battling a thyroid tumor and the consuquential kidney side affects. I firmly believe the advice and care provided by Dr. Battiston has kept my cat alive and thriving. I would recommend Star Meadow to any cat owner.
Michelle B.
15 Aug 2007
I've been bringing my cats here for several years and have been very happy with the doctors and staff at Star Meadow.
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