Kimball Animal Hospital

I drive all the way across town just to come to this vet. All the staff is very friendly and even call and check up on your pet when they're sick or injured. It is a little pricier than some other vets but well worth the care that they provide. Read Less

I was pretty impressed with my first visit here. I had returned after being gone for quite some time (back to when Dr. Kimball was actually there). The vet put my cat on medicine and told me to cut the pills in quarters. I tried my hardest when I got home but the pills were small enough to begin with so it was very hard. I called the office and the receptionist checked with the vet and he said it was ok to give her half a pill but no more. About a month later I needed refills... and the vet questioned why I needed them so soon and he insisted he never told me I could give my cat half a pill and that it was very dangerous. I was furious as I know he told me this was ok and it has been happening for a month. Fast forward to yesterday when I got a phone call from the receptionist reminding me of my appointment for 11am today. I told her I didn't have an appointment today and she said "hmm that's weird, we have in the calendar that we're checking Ruby's cyst" and I responded that Ruby doesn't have a cyst (we weren't in there for anything close to a cyst). She said "sometimes our computer system messes up with the schedule" to which I replied and asked if the file said anything about a cyst for Ruby. She replied very nonchalant that it didn't and that the computer is probably wrong and they'll hold the appointment for whoever really has the appointment today. I can no longer trust this place AT ALL. See more Read Less

If you have a cat or a dog this should be your go-to place for when your pet gets sick or simply just for checkups and vaccinations not only is there staff extremely qualified they will show your fur baby all the love in the world. I trust them completely with all of my furry family members. If you love your pets make sure they get the best care and take them to Kimball Animal Hospital. Read Less

They are the best! We've only been there once as our puppy is pretty young but after having to go for emergency care somewhere else they even called and checked up on my baby. They also called and checked up on her the day after her vaccines. I love the tender loving care that they give to clients! My Stella Bella is so lucky to have them! Read Less

We had our first visit to Kimball this week. After almost 10 years at another vet, it was long past time to find a new doc. From the moment we walked in the door, everyone treated my Murdock like he was the sweetest, most handsome, most wonderful boy who had ever walked through your doors. (He is!! ). Dr. Rivas spent a lot of time with us, and really listened to my concerns. As my sweet boy gets older, I wanted a vet where we would both be comfortable, treated like family, and Murdock would have great care. We have found it! Thank you!!! Read Less

Jax Willie and I love all of the staff and doctors at Kimball Animal hospital. They take extra time and have patience in dealing with my special needs greyhound boy. Everyone is very friendly at the office and Jax is never afraid to go in for his visits :-) Read Less

We are long time clients and have had several of our pets, both cats and dogs, treated at Kimball. We are very pleased with the expertise and care our pets receive from the doctor's and staff and will continue to recommend Kimball to our friends. Read Less

Today was our first visit, as we have recently moved to the area, and we are thankful we found Kimball Animal hospital! We have a cat with a pervious condition as well as anxiety and they were more than willing to continue Eddie's care, and made him (and us) feel very comfortable! So happy with the staff and Dr. Rivas, very caring and personable!! Looking forward to bringing our other pets to see them!Read Less

Clean, professional, friendly staff, same day new client  appointments available.From paper work to paying I was at the office with my dog for 1 hour. Vet did a new patient wellness check-up, updated a few shots, and expressed her anal glands. The prices were a bit more than I expected, my other vet doesn't charge $50 to see the vet when giving vaccinations. It felt like they tried to up sell me on dog flu shots, no other vet has recommended before. Will return for the anal gland expression, but probably not for shots and pill renewal. Read Less

I'm giving Kimball Animal Hospital a 3 instead of 5 because although their service is good, I feel that they are super overpriced. I got a purebred puppy in September of 2015, with the intention of breeding him. We started going to Kimball for his shots and wellness checks. The visits seemed expensive, but as a new pet owner I didn't question things because I wanted the best service for our pup. I spoke to a family member about their vet visits and they were shocked by how much we were paying when we compared prices. I also got a little perturbed by the fact that any time I had to take our puppy in, the staff would print me off a quote to get him neutered. I understand the importance of prevention, especially when there are so many animals that are homeless, in shelters and even abused; I definitely didn't want to add to the problem. However, I felt like I wasn't listened to when I said that I wanted to wait; I felt like the vet staff thought that they knew what was best for me, even though I said every time that I wasn't sure yet. I got a little fed up, so we started going to a different vet. We were with them for over a year and saved money even though we were making an hour drive to and from the new place. Unfortunately, it did eventually become a hassle to make the trip since work schedules changed, which brought us back to Kimball. Again, we were happy with the service and even added a new kitten to our family, which we took to Kimball as well. This is where things go down hill - the last visit we made there, we paid over $600 for a general office visit for both the cat and dog, their flea and tick preventatives (a few months worth), and an update on shots for the dog.  I was told I had to bring our cat in because she was due for distemper, but when we got there, they realized that she was up to date on everything, they just hadn't read her paperwork from the previous vet. They still made me pay for her visit, even though all they did was stick a thermometer up her butt to check her temperature before realizing that she really didn't need anything more. They also pushed me to get influenza vaccinations and said how big of a deal the flu was for our dog. We obviously want to take the best care of our animals, so we said yes. Come to find out, none of the other vets we've talked to have encouraged the 2 influenza vaccinations, in fact most of them don't give the vaccinations at all in their offices because dog influenza is so uncommon that it's unnecessary. It's usually only given if there have been severe cases in the area or a dog knowingly comes into contact with another dog who has it, which we have yet to hear of or experience. Honestly, if I had all the money in the world, I would LOVE coming here. We've seen both vets, and they're great with our dog and cat. I just can't get over the charges; and I certainly can't get over the fact that we're never offered any type of discount or deal. Most pet owners will give an arm and a leg to take care of their fur babies; personally, I think that is completely taken advantage of here. So in short - the service is good, but plan to do things their way, and pay some steep prices. If you do decide to try them out, I'd ask up front about all the charges so you can mentally prepare. Read Less

The doctors and staff are super friendly. The examinations are thorough and everything is explained very well. I have been taking my senior dog to Kimball for several years and never feel like I am being pressured to get unnecessary treatments. I highly recommend Kimball! Read Less

I took my 14 year old dog to get extractions and a cleaning! I loved the vet they did great job took great care of her. The vet took a long time with my Delilah and I. I called them on nov. 14 to get a nail trim and to have the vet see her. My old girl was falling and couldn't get up on her own. She was losing weight and I knew something wasn't right. I called at 9am to get Same day apt and they said they could see me for two more day. I explained what was going on and that she needed to be seen by the vet as it was an emergency. The receptionist was rude said nope sorry can't get her in. I said ok I'll have to call my old vet and take her in. They got me in the same day and my dog had to be put down due to internal bleeding. The vet said she had hours to maybe a day to live. The front desk service is awful. The vet was great but due to the rude front desk I will never be back!!Read Less

I had been with another clinic for more than 10 years. I discovered that I was being grossly overcharged on nearly every visit, compared to Kimball. After ONE visit to Kimball Animal Hospital, they made me feel more appreciated than I ever did at our previous place. Sadly, we lost our oldest dog this past week. The staff sent us a sympathy card, which everyone signed! We were shocked and very touched by their gesture. Needless to say, we have a new veterinarian clinic! Read Less

I cannot say enough good things about Dr. Rivas and his staff! Dr. Rivas was so comforting when it came time to lay our yellow lab,Maxie, to rest. They gave all the time we needed with our girl. Never once tried to rush us... even made a Christmas ornament out of her paw print! Thank you all so much for your compassion! Read Less

Dr. Rivas is amazing, thorough, and makes sure to address any and all concerns you may have. I bring my dog here for occasional concerning health issues such as ear infections, but go to clinics for routine yearly shots and tests as it is a bit pricey. *You will not find a better exam anywhere else because you do get what you pay for and for the exams, vet is worth every penny.Pros-*Friendly, knowledgeable vet (Dr. Rivas) and staff*Provide estimates before going through work*Will recommend but not pressure other tests/maintenanceCons-*Pricier than most for routine shots/tests (*note to customers- don't forget you can call and shop these services. It is no one's fault but your own if you do not call and get pricing beforehand)Overall I would highly recommend Kimball for anyone who wants to make sure their pet is receiving quality care, especially if the animal has health issues. Read Less

This place is great. I bring Juliet in for nail trimmings and check ups. They make sure the job is done right every time. When people get upset because they recommend more then one treatment or suggest more then one test, seems silly too me. This is an animal hospital, not a mechanic. They value the health of your pet. If they don't make money, they don't stay open. When people suggest Vets are scams, its like read a book and DIY it. It's your pet, they cost money to care for. I was told about Kimball's from a good friend that treats his dog like a dog but loves her like family. That's how Kimball's is about there patients. They love animals, it shows. Read Less

When I moved to the area,this was recommended to me. However, after a few visits, one including being totally disrespected by the office staff for not knowing a policy when it came to my sick dog, I quickly left. They really try to talk you into every single extra they can think of. Read Less

My heart is still full after today's experience! My eyes are still as red as ever from crying! Our 7 day old pup was so close to not making it (turning blue and all) when this amazing animal hospital SAVED HIS LIFE! I couldn't be more thankful! I haven't cried as much as I did over a animal... And the entire staff were there for me! Thank u so very much! Miggy the English bulldog pup thanks u!' Read Less

Thank you to everyone at Kimball who helped with my puppy's spay today! All the staff took wonderful care of her and you can really tell they are all there to help! The staff was very informative. Dr. Hill and Dr. Revira are very personable and great to work with. I picked her up about 5 hours ago and she is doing GREAT! Thanks again for taking great care of Lily! :) Read Less

I take both my cat and dog here. They're always so kind, and I'm never waiting too long, or rushed out. The vets and techs are always happy to answer questions and they are a fair price. I feel like I can trust them, and they even care for greyhounds. I don't think veterinarians and their supporting staff get any better. Read Less

The staff are kind and seem knowledgeable, but they're CONSTANTLY trying to nickel-and-dime you out of more money.  For example, they'll try to talk you into ordering to parallel treatments (for a non-urgent matter), when it's obvious that it would be cheaper/easier on the pet to see if one treatment works before engaging in a second.  They'll try to funnel you to their own, more expensive pharmacy.  They'll offer an unnecessary medicine in a way that totally implies it's a courtesy (e.g., "We'll just give you this medicine that'll make him cough a little less, it's just for comfort") but then it's $25 on your bill when you leave.  We've also come in for second-round vaccinations, EXPLICITLY told them we don't need the wellness check (to which they agreed), and then we were charged for the wellness check.They also have refused to do various first and second round vaccinations for my pet because my pet had other, very minor complaints (slight eye discharge; a cough that was no longer manifesting except once a day or so).  Normally, this would sound legit, but in light of the above, it started to feel like they were just trying to get me to come back a second time for that $45 walk-in-the-door fee.UPDATE:  On a recent visit, my dog was freaking out, so they took him in back for the shot.  When we got him home, his back legs were clearly injured.  He yelps when you touch him and doesn't want to use the stairs.  Pretty shady.  Go somewhere else. Read Less

Everyone that I've come into contact with at Kimball has been great; Dr. Hill is amazing. She's kind, compassionate and takes time to explain everything and answer questions.  After going to a vet previously that was not that way, I feel super lucky to have found this place. Read Less

They did an awful job on my dog. They totally butchered her and sutured her poorly. Then, suggested I pay someone else to look at her after I already paid an emergency vet the night I brought her home. I would never recommend this place. Read Less

Just moved in from out of state, and they are WONDERFUL. I couldn't have been more blessed to find such a caring, understanding, and helpful team of people. They are all truly animal lovers, and not in it for the financial gain. I would recommend this vet to everyone I know. I trust them completely, even after just one visit! Read Less

Where do I start? This is by far the best vet I've been to. The ladies at the front are so kind and approachable, and are always ready to answer and questions you may have. Both vets I've seen (I can't remember their names, sadly) were so nice and understanding. We were bringing in my 19 year old kitty for an ear problem she's had for years, and the vet gave us plenty of information and advice before deciding on treatment, which always helped the problem. When we had to bring her when she was on her last leg, the vet was very calm and helped us through the process when we put her down.I don't think I'll go anywhere else ever again, honestly. Read Less

This place is the best. I'm the proud (and over-protective) new owner of a puppy and I searched the Internet for recommended veterinarians. I happened upon this one, and I'm so glad I chose them. They are always friendly at the front desk, you're helped quickly, the veterinarian always listens to all of your questions and concerns and goes over the best options (cost included) for you and your pet. One day I called because I was concerned about my guy, and a woman spoke to me over the phone for over ten minutes and gave me a ton of info. They really care about their clients and I'm excited to share many more years with them and my pup! Read Less

The ladies at the front desk were so kind when my kitty did not receive a good diagnosis after a couple days of treatment at the vet for a lung issue.I was unable to hold back my tears and one employee asked if she could hug me which was so comforting. Another asked if she could help me carry my things to my car as I was leaving. These small acts may seem insignificant to you, but they meant a lot to me. And you won't find that compassion at a lot of places. I am very pleased with the vets and staff at Kimball.When my cat stayed over night, the vet was happy to take my call and provide full details of her progress when I inquired. Although my kitty passed away (no fault of theirs), I will remember their kindness and take future pets there. Read Less

I have taken my dog to several vets and this is the best. Dr. Rivas and the staff are very kind, welcoming and patient. The few times I've been here they have been great, we never felt rushed and I felt like he took the time to explain things to me. I also think that Kimball is more affordable then some of the other local vets, when I called around last year for vacation prices they were cheaper than most. Highly recommend Dr. Rivas! Read Less

Really enjoyed the office and then team. The main reason I would recommend this office is because they are very informative and go out of their way to educate the owners. Most offices I have experienced the complete oppose, always felt that I was pulling teeth to understand the situation at hand. Read Less

They took great care of my dog Grady during a nervous time. I felt completely comfortable dealing with the vet and they even called to check in on him a few times. Every time I called back to ask a question they remembered who I was. The facility was clean and all of the staff seemed to know what they were doing. The ladies at the front seemed to be as knowledgable as the vets on what was going on! Overall good experience. Read Less

I have been taking my Bulldog here since he was 6 months old and they are great!!! The staff is very friendly and welcoming to my dog, which I think helps any dogs anxiety about going to the vet. My bulldog runs in with such excitement and instantly goes toward the staff because he knows he is going to get a ton of rubs and some treats!!The office is clean and tidy and you never have to wait long. The doctors are great and attentive. They let you know everything they are doing and if something needs to be done such as tests, procedures etc. they are knowledgeable and give you all your options. I also like the fact that they are not pushy and run tests "just because". I am very happy to have such a great vet that I and my pet enjoy going to. Read Less

If you are looking for a compassionate, friendly and knowledgeable vet it doesn't get any better than Doctor Rivas. He truly cares about each of his patients and has their best interests at heart. He understands that it's not just a "dog" or "cat" but a member of the family. He recently helped me euthanize my dog Hopper of 10 years and I can't thank him enough, for being there when we needed it most. Read Less

After not being able to get our fur baby Addie in at 2 other veterinarian offices, I decided to call Kimball and see if they could help- because I was really concerned about the sudden Inflammation in her eye. They didn't even hesitate and got us in just a few hours later- and STILL saw us- even after we were caught in 20 minutes Of traffic!! The techs and entire staff were all incredibly personable, kind an helpful. I even got to see some of the techs fur babies in pictures!! :) We will be making the drive from Washington Twp down to Kimball always now! And, to top it all off- Addie found a new kitten sister at our appointment (a kitten that The Kimball staff took in to care for!) and we will be adopting her tomorrow!! It warms my heart knowing that we can say our veterinarian office is filled with techs, doctors, and an entire staff that TRULY love animals as much as we do. I feel 100% confident in their abilities to treat and care for our girls, and I know that they all have every animals best interest at heart. This is the type of veterinarians office, that I know I can trust our girls with. (And Addie's eye is already looking better!!) thank you for being so wonderful Kimball!! :)Read Less

I guess you don't think to review your vet until you have a terrible experience at another vet, and truly realize how great your vet is!!!I have brought both my cat, and my dog, to Dr. Kimball's office for about 5 years now. I supposed all vets are a bit on the quirky side, but I appreciate that he (and the other doctor in the office now...sorry, can't remember his name) really pay attention to my pets, and seem to actually prefer them to me. haha. The staff is really friendly, they are great with my pets, and their rates are awesome. I only had to go to another vet in an emergency, and I am still beating myself up over waiting until they opened again. I won't make that mistake again. Read Less