Riverside Veterinary Care On Columbus
New York, New York
General Info
Riverside Veterinary Care On Columbus in New York assists pet owners throughout New York to coordinate health plans behavior needs and exam schedules which becomes particularly necessary when their homes include multiple pets with varying habits and care rhythms. Initial appointments commence with an exhaustive examination of each pet's historical data alongside behavior patterns and recent alterations to determine their household status. Exams focus on unique assessments of posture ear clarity eye clarity skin health hydration gait and temperament when interacting with humans and other animals. Contexts dictate interpretations of shared symptoms such as mild coughing or low appetite because multi-pet environments can obscure or amplify health indicators. Riverside Veterinary Care On Columbus delivers personalized wellness planning alongside diagnostic services and surgical consultations plus weight monitoring and dental examinations together with preventive scheduling. Care plans undergo staging processes to accommodate both owner schedules and pet characteristics by adjusting visit intervals or combining procedures for optimized time and energy management. Households managing new adoptions age-related slowdowns and travel schedules find routines become sustainable through these practices. Clinic staff members present options to families in a clear manner by providing sufficient detail to ensure decision-making remains manageable without becoming overwhelming. During every phase owners have the opportunity to inquire while appointments and follow-ups maintain steady communication. Riverside Veterinary Care On Columbus assists New York families and nearby community members in establishing veterinary routines that synchronize with their household dynamics—ensuring each pet communicates and each visit holds significance.
Services
Boarding
Dental
Laboratory
Surgery
Vaccinations
Reviews
Craig Sherman
28 Jul 2018
REPORT
Hands down, the best animal hospital on the UWS. From the moment you walk in the door, you're treated like family, and your pet is treated even better! Can not say enough about the staff, the doctors,...
Hands down, the best animal hospital on the UWS. From the moment you walk in the door, you're treated like family, and your pet is treated even better! Can not say enough about the staff, the doctors, the techs.... Just great people. So comforting to know you are just a short distance from my home.
Christopher Warnasch
11 Jun 2018
REPORT
We've been using Riverside (North) for several years now, first with a senior pug who we eventually needed to say goodbye to at sixteen and a half years, and now with two pug puppies. So we've been wi...
We've been using Riverside (North) for several years now, first with a senior pug who we eventually needed to say goodbye to at sixteen and a half years, and now with two pug puppies. So we've been with Riverside (and in particular Dr. Cawein, although we like everyone there) through a lot - regular check ups, hand-holding through IV fluid administering, counseling for end-of-life treatment until it becomes the wrong thing, tears, and eventually pediatric visits and crazy pup...py stuff. We really feel that we've seen them - and they've seen us - through the whole spectrum, and we're very happy with them. Watching Mona get older and older, lose her sight, lose her hearing, and develop kidney problems was incredibly difficult. We didn't know what to do. We didn't want to euthanize because she was an inconvenience, but we weren't ready to say goodbye, and it seemed that she still had quality of life and knew that she was loved and safe. Riverside and Dr. Cawein talked us through the whole process, and one conversation sticks with me to this day. Paraphrasing: "It's going to be work, and as long as I think you're up to it and on balance Mona is not in pain, I'll support you. But I want you to promise me that you'll listen to me when I think it's time to let go." And that's what we did, and it created a special place in our hearts for Dr. Cawein. When we were finally ready to open our hearts and home again, there was no doubt that Riverside would be our vets. Dr. C and the whole team have been wonderful with Bokkie and Thula, steering us through questions about vaccinations, checking in when we're worried about eating or drinking or all of the other crazy puppy stuff that happens at the other end, and being there just to understand how insane it is to have puppies - not sleeping, always cleaning up poop, always wondering where that vague smell of urine is coming from. I've had vets in Manhattan for about twenty years, and lived in a few different neighborhoods, so I've regularly used at least four vets. I've been really lucky; I've never had a vet who I would warn people away from, and I've never met a vet or a tech or a front desk team that I thought wasn't doing their best. Riverside is no different. It feels warm, it feels friendly, it feels professional, and given the breadth of experiences I've had with them, I'm very comfortable saying that you should trust them, and know that you're little loved one is in good hands. See More
Tony Howell
18 May 2018
REPORT
I've been coming to Riverside for 5+ years and have always received excellent care: appointment and prescription reminders, hospitality, attention to detail and pet-first mentality, as well as follow ...
I've been coming to Riverside for 5+ years and have always received excellent care: appointment and prescription reminders, hospitality, attention to detail and pet-first mentality, as well as follow up calls.
Ty McNamee
31 Mar 2018
REPORT
This is the best vet office I have ever used. When we first adopted my pup Bravo, he had so many medical issues from being in the shelter. Dr. Weber took care of EVERYTHING and made sure we knew how t...
This is the best vet office I have ever used. When we first adopted my pup Bravo, he had so many medical issues from being in the shelter. Dr. Weber took care of EVERYTHING and made sure we knew how to care for him at home after our appointment. She is extremely knowledgeable and effectively engages in both preventative and acute care.
Dr. Weber and the front-desk staff are fantastic! Never in my life have my partner and Bravo and I felt so welcome and taken care of. They truly know how to make you feel part of the Riverside Vet Group family. They also are quick to offer all documentation we need and email us afterward to give lab results and check in on Bravo.
While we are moving to Colorado, we will always be thankful for the care we got here! We are sad to leave such an amazing vet office behind!
Susan Jung
28 Mar 2018
REPORT
The biggest problem with this office is that it is very difficult to create a relationship with your vet. Apparently all vets work part time so very difficult to schedule an appointment ahead of time ...
The biggest problem with this office is that it is very difficult to create a relationship with your vet. Apparently all vets work part time so very difficult to schedule an appointment ahead of time and you never get the same veterinarian.
This was not an issue until there were many communication issues as one visit we were told one thing by a vet and in the next visit the new vet would completely go against what we were told in our prior visit. They seemed to be more interested in their bottom line than in our pups.
Zaire Riera
11 Oct 2017
REPORT
I just relocated to New York City and brought my 16 year old baby here. He was extremely sick and anemic. He was admitted for 5 days and I thought we were going to lose him. After extensive treatment ...
I just relocated to New York City and brought my 16 year old baby here. He was extremely sick and anemic. He was admitted for 5 days and I thought we were going to lose him. After extensive treatment I am happy to say he is back to his normal, happy self! If it wasn’t for Riverside Animal Clinic our baby wouldn’t be with us today. Every single staff member was very caring and friendly. By far the best experience I’ve ever had at an animal clinic!!!
Sara Cardona
29 Sep 2017
REPORT
Small place, so you get personal attention. Experienced staff. They have a larger sisitwr location on 108th street for more invasive procedures.
Leonard Feld
13 Aug 2017
REPORT
Good pet care but can be expensive even for routine checkups. It is a struggle to see the same vet twice in a row because of part-time work.
Kimberly Worsham
24 Feb 2017
REPORT
They take excellent care of my little dog here!
Jenn Halweil
26 Oct 2016
REPORT
A huge thank you to Riverside Animal Hospital North and South! Gizmo was battling an eye infection and looked a bit like the puss in boots version of a pirate. They were able to see him same day, got ...
A huge thank you to Riverside Animal Hospital North and South! Gizmo was battling an eye infection and looked a bit like the puss in boots version of a pirate. They were able to see him same day, got him all fixed up, and even called this morning to check on him. The staff have a great sense of humor, treat us like family, and the rates are super affordable. Anyone with pets check them out. I've been with these folks a year now and absolutely love them!
Jane Wang
28 Sep 2016
REPORT
This is one of the possibly worst vet group I've had the unfortunate experience to deal with. In medicine, we have a saying, "do no evil." If you cannot assist an animal, then at least do not hurt it....
This is one of the possibly worst vet group I've had the unfortunate experience to deal with. In medicine, we have a saying, "do no evil." If you cannot assist an animal, then at least do not hurt it. My adopted cat has an issue of scratching (to the point of self-mutilation). I came to the Riverside Vet Group to find an answer.
I felt in my initial exam, I was told to give my cat a number of shots - antibiotics, a steroid shot, and a test for bacteria. This made me a little suspicious. Usually, vets do tests first before subscribing shots. I felt that I was being ripped off. In fact I asked what the side effects are for the shots, and was told smugly that every shot has side effects. Yes, thanks for restating the obvious, but I'd like to make informed choices before letting you put needles into my pet.
I picked a bacteria shot but was told to do a steroid shot instead (because that is a short term solution to prevent scratching and so they can justify that they did something positive). I was told the culture test is going to come back and tell me the real answer.
My cat's culture test for bacteria was contaminated during sample handling and was inconclusive / false positive. I was advised to do more shots. When I complained the lack of capabilities, I was asked, "Did your cat's symptoms somehow resolve?"
The symptoms still exist, but this is the vet that gives your animal as many shots as they can justify (TO MAKE MONEY) and they hope and pray that the issue goes away. This cannot be the right way to do treat animals. The unsuspicious owners will be duped and the victims will be their animals who cannot speak. Their plan for my cat is to subscribe as many shots as possible till the symptoms go away, or the animal falls deathly ill due to side effects. I have no plan to let that happen.
I am filing an ethical complaint against this group at the New York State. Do not take your pet here. It will be worse off.
Abi Conway
12 Jun 2016
REPORT
Wuv you guys!! These guys are Always quick with the rump scratches!
Patty Langford
13 Mar 2016
REPORT
the folks at Riverside Veterinary Group & Riverside Animal Hospital SAVE LIVES!
Harry Vasquez
26 Feb 2016
REPORT
I don't know the people or doctors from Riverside Animal Hospital, but they get a, A+ for saving his poor dog, imagine the suffering he has endured, NOW he knows LOVE, May he find a FOREVER HOME!! G...
I don't know the people or doctors from Riverside Animal Hospital, but they get a, A+ for saving his poor dog, imagine the suffering he has endured, NOW he knows LOVE, May he find a FOREVER HOME!! God Bless Riverside Animal Hospital
Candy Dyment Johnson
24 Feb 2016
REPORT
His history is his legacy ... the chow should be named "Apostle" ... hooray for his triumph!
Nicole Bax De Keating
28 Dec 2015
REPORT
You could name the dog "JUSTICE" so glad someone found it before it was too late.
carolyn raskin
11 Apr 2015
REPORT
with regards to antibiotics for a chronic ongoing bladder infection that any dr there should be well versed in handling as I was dr freedmans case for near six years: just an update: dr freedman ref...
with regards to antibiotics for a chronic ongoing bladder infection that any dr there should be well versed in handling as I was dr freedmans case for near six years: just an update: dr freedman refused to fill medicine for Sydney today. I have no idea why , as many times in the past ( many many times) , covering Drs have prescribed and filled the medicine, in fact , dr freedman was Sydney's vet for about six years! perhaps his feelings are hurt in some way. nevertheless this was at my dogs expense today. she and I waited all day for medicine only to be told at close to five that nothing was there for her. as the credit card is only on file at 79th, Sydney, because of dr freedman, will have to wait now until Monday. if you could please when you get in to the office and when you get a chance please fax a scrip to the 79 th street office for Monday.
I really appreciate the efforts you made today * on your day off, no less* to help Sydney today. like I said it has always been a group effort at the hospital when it comes to writing time sensitive scrips and filling them. and it's too bad that dr freedman, one rotten egg has to spoil the batch and Sydney now will suffer until Monday I always thought it is supposed to be an animal hospital after all and I guess my patronage to dr freedman fir six years meant nothing as far as service today
thank you for trying anyway
hopefully riverside vet can fix their problems
sincerely
car l
carolyn luciano
11 Apr 2015
REPORT
with regards to antibiotics for a chronic ongoing bladder infection that any dr there should be well versed in handling as I was dr freedmans case for near six years: just an update: dr freedman ref...
with regards to antibiotics for a chronic ongoing bladder infection that any dr there should be well versed in handling as I was dr freedmans case for near six years: just an update: dr freedman refused to fill medicine for Sydney today. I have no idea why , as many times in the past ( many many times) , covering Drs have prescribed and filled the medicine, in fact , dr freedman was Sydney's vet for about six years! perhaps his feelings are hurt in some way. nevertheless this was at my dogs expense today. she and I waited all day for medicine only to be told at close to five that nothing was there for her. as the credit card is only on file at 79th, Sydney, because of dr freedman, will have to wait now until Monday. if you could please when you get in to the office and when you get a chance please fax a scrip to the 79 th street office for Monday.
I really appreciate the efforts you made today * on your day off, no less* to help Sydney today. like I said it has always been a group effort at the hospital when it comes to writing time sensitive scrips and filling them. and it's too bad that dr freedman, one rotten egg has to spoil the batch and Sydney now will suffer until Monday I always thought it is supposed to be an animal hospital after all and I guess my patronage to dr freedman fir six years meant nothing as far as service today
thank you for trying anyway
hopefully riverside vet can fix their problems
sincerely
car l
D'vorah Joy
13 Sep 2014
REPORT
Only the best for my dogs, and Riverside Animal Hospital is the best! I am a client since 1992!
Lyssa Howells
27 Feb 2014
REPORT
Dr K. Has been my vet since 2002, prior to that I had seen a multitude of different vets, and I had been sorely disappointed. Dr K is amazing, and I love riverside animal hospital.
Fazia Azimullah
6 Aug 2013
REPORT
They take such good care of my Sasha and Lily... Absolutely the best vets around. Wouldn't go anywhere else. :)
Laurie Lawrence
20 Jun 2013
REPORT
I've been going to Riverside Vets since the early 90's when no other vet or clinic would treat my cat Belle's acute asthma with anything other than steroids for her entire life. I found Dr. Raclyn at ...
I've been going to Riverside Vets since the early 90's when no other vet or clinic would treat my cat Belle's acute asthma with anything other than steroids for her entire life. I found Dr. Raclyn at Riverside Vets and rushed her to him. He gave her one shot to help her breathe, had me change her diet and take supplements and she never had a recurrence of asthma. I never looked back. The vets and the staff took amazing care of my sweet Belle (who suffered from a variety of ailments) and saved her life a few times along the way. They were remarkably supportive, helpful and kind when I had to say good-bye to her. When it was time for me to adopt another cat, the staff at Riverside Vets introduced me to a VERY shy and sweet cat who had been rescued and brought to them months earlier - and I'm happy to say Vera went home with me that day and is coming out of her shell more and more each day - and Riverside Vets is taking great care of her as well. I love the vets, staff and quality of care so much at Riverside Vets that I schlep 13 blocks to get there when an amazing animal hospital is literally around the corner from my residence. You'll be happy you brought your animal to the great group at Riverside Vets on W. 79th!
specks
10 Feb 2012
REPORT
If I could give them zero stars I would! Don't go here if you need pet prescriptions. I should have realized what a joke this place is when they recommended I fill one of my dog's seizure prescriptio...
If I could give them zero stars I would! Don't go here if you need pet prescriptions. I should have realized what a joke this place is when they recommended I fill one of my dog's seizure prescriptions at a up scale pharmacy that charged me $150 rather than going on pet-meds where I got the same thing for $15, after I had to call them repeatedly to approve the order. They've filled out my dog's second prescription (phenobarbital, a common drug) wrong five out of six times, including wrong dosage, no refills, and too much of the drug which is a controlled substance so legally the pharmacy couldn't fill it. Beyond that doctor raclyn is condescending and pushy. The entire staff has tried to get me to do blood work and other test far before their due or procedures/tests that are unnecessary. They even sent me repeated notices for stool parasite checks but not to remind me that two of my dog's vaccines had expire. I switched to Westside Veterinary Center and finally have some competent people taking care of my pets
A Google User
21 Feb 2010
REPORT
I was looking for a vet on the Upper West Side and tried getting an idea of who I should consider and who to avoid. But the bottom line is that every clinic has bad and good reviews, and I'm really be...
I was looking for a vet on the Upper West Side and tried getting an idea of who I should consider and who to avoid. But the bottom line is that every clinic has bad and good reviews, and I'm really beginning to think that it's all just BS. So I started visiting the different clinics (walking the UWS is pretty easy, since I'm always walking around anyway), and I finally chose Riverside Vet Group after sitting in their waiting room and watching the staff, and the doctors, and talking to some clients. My impression was that the staff went out of their way to make everyone feel comfortable and leave with all the information they needed. The doctors were friendly, and made sure the clients understood everything (they were usually in the waiting room saying goodbye and asking if there were any questions). The place was spotless, coffee in the waiting room (thank god) and the clients I spoke to raved about the place.
I finally did take my dog to see them. And I too, was very happy. Never a hard sell about anything. Good explanations. I can't really tell you if they're the best vets in the area, cause after all, what do I know about medicine? But for my minor problem, they were right on the money, and the cost was reasonable. That's all I really expect. I'm happy with them, and plan on continuing going.
M B.
16 Feb 2009
REPORT
The people at the front of the office are so warm and welcoming, they made me feel like I was a part of their family. Penny is always scared when she goes to see the vet but this time her tail wagged...
The people at the front of the office are so warm and welcoming, they made me feel like I was a part of their family. Penny is always scared when she goes to see the vet but this time her tail wagged the whole time. The place smells great, hot coffee and cookies for the mommies and treats for the doggies! Dr. Raclyn is now Penny's favorite vet! He played with her and talked to her like she was the one going to decide if she wanted to get a shot or not. The whole experience was terrific. It was freezing cold outside and warm and homey inside. Even if you just want a good cup of coffee, I would go to Riverside Vet on 79th Street!
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Riverside Veterinary Care On Columbus
New York, New York
General Info
Riverside Veterinary Care On Columbus in New York assists pet owners throughout New York to coordinate health plans behavior needs and exam schedules which becomes particularly necessary when their homes include multiple pets with varying habits and care rhythms. Initial appointments commence with an exhaustive examination of each pet's historical data alongside behavior patterns and recent alterations to determine their household status. Exams focus on unique assessments of posture ear clarity eye clarity skin health hydration gait and temperament when interacting with humans and other animals. Contexts dictate interpretations of shared symptoms such as mild coughing or low appetite because multi-pet environments can obscure or amplify health indicators. Riverside Veterinary Care On Columbus delivers personalized wellness planning alongside diagnostic services and surgical consultations plus weight monitoring and dental examinations together with preventive scheduling. Care plans undergo staging processes to accommodate both owner schedules and pet characteristics by adjusting visit intervals or combining procedures for optimized time and energy management. Households managing new adoptions age-related slowdowns and travel schedules find routines become sustainable through these practices. Clinic staff members present options to families in a clear manner by providing sufficient detail to ensure decision-making remains manageable without becoming overwhelming. During every phase owners have the opportunity to inquire while appointments and follow-ups maintain steady communication. Riverside Veterinary Care On Columbus assists New York families and nearby community members in establishing veterinary routines that synchronize with their household dynamics—ensuring each pet communicates and each visit holds significance.
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Monday
09:00AM-19:00PM
Tuesday
09:00AM-19:00PM
Wednesday
09:00AM-19:00PM
Thursday
09:00AM-19:00PM
Friday
09:00AM-19:00PM
Saturday
10:00AM-16:00PM
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Dental
Laboratory
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Vaccinations
Reviews
Craig Sherman
28 Jul 2018
Hands down, the best animal hospital on the UWS. From the moment you walk in the door, you're treated like family, and your pet is treated even better! Can not say enough about the staff, the doctors,...
Hands down, the best animal hospital on the UWS. From the moment you walk in the door, you're treated like family, and your pet is treated even better! Can not say enough about the staff, the doctors, the techs.... Just great people. So comforting to know you are just a short distance from my home.
Christopher Warnasch
11 Jun 2018
We've been using Riverside (North) for several years now, first with a senior pug who we eventually needed to say goodbye to at sixteen and a half years, and now with two pug puppies. So we've been wi...
We've been using Riverside (North) for several years now, first with a senior pug who we eventually needed to say goodbye to at sixteen and a half years, and now with two pug puppies. So we've been with Riverside (and in particular Dr. Cawein, although we like everyone there) through a lot - regular check ups, hand-holding through IV fluid administering, counseling for end-of-life treatment until it becomes the wrong thing, tears, and eventually pediatric visits and crazy pup...py stuff. We really feel that we've seen them - and they've seen us - through the whole spectrum, and we're very happy with them. Watching Mona get older and older, lose her sight, lose her hearing, and develop kidney problems was incredibly difficult. We didn't know what to do. We didn't want to euthanize because she was an inconvenience, but we weren't ready to say goodbye, and it seemed that she still had quality of life and knew that she was loved and safe. Riverside and Dr. Cawein talked us through the whole process, and one conversation sticks with me to this day. Paraphrasing: "It's going to be work, and as long as I think you're up to it and on balance Mona is not in pain, I'll support you. But I want you to promise me that you'll listen to me when I think it's time to let go." And that's what we did, and it created a special place in our hearts for Dr. Cawein. When we were finally ready to open our hearts and home again, there was no doubt that Riverside would be our vets. Dr. C and the whole team have been wonderful with Bokkie and Thula, steering us through questions about vaccinations, checking in when we're worried about eating or drinking or all of the other crazy puppy stuff that happens at the other end, and being there just to understand how insane it is to have puppies - not sleeping, always cleaning up poop, always wondering where that vague smell of urine is coming from. I've had vets in Manhattan for about twenty years, and lived in a few different neighborhoods, so I've regularly used at least four vets. I've been really lucky; I've never had a vet who I would warn people away from, and I've never met a vet or a tech or a front desk team that I thought wasn't doing their best. Riverside is no different. It feels warm, it feels friendly, it feels professional, and given the breadth of experiences I've had with them, I'm very comfortable saying that you should trust them, and know that you're little loved one is in good hands. See More
Tony Howell
18 May 2018
I've been coming to Riverside for 5+ years and have always received excellent care: appointment and prescription reminders, hospitality, attention to detail and pet-first mentality, as well as follow ...
I've been coming to Riverside for 5+ years and have always received excellent care: appointment and prescription reminders, hospitality, attention to detail and pet-first mentality, as well as follow up calls.
Ty McNamee
31 Mar 2018
This is the best vet office I have ever used. When we first adopted my pup Bravo, he had so many medical issues from being in the shelter. Dr. Weber took care of EVERYTHING and made sure we knew how t...
This is the best vet office I have ever used. When we first adopted my pup Bravo, he had so many medical issues from being in the shelter. Dr. Weber took care of EVERYTHING and made sure we knew how to care for him at home after our appointment. She is extremely knowledgeable and effectively engages in both preventative and acute care.
Dr. Weber and the front-desk staff are fantastic! Never in my life have my partner and Bravo and I felt so welcome and taken care of. They truly know how to make you feel part of the Riverside Vet Group family. They also are quick to offer all documentation we need and email us afterward to give lab results and check in on Bravo.
While we are moving to Colorado, we will always be thankful for the care we got here! We are sad to leave such an amazing vet office behind!
Susan Jung
28 Mar 2018
The biggest problem with this office is that it is very difficult to create a relationship with your vet. Apparently all vets work part time so very difficult to schedule an appointment ahead of time ...
The biggest problem with this office is that it is very difficult to create a relationship with your vet. Apparently all vets work part time so very difficult to schedule an appointment ahead of time and you never get the same veterinarian.
This was not an issue until there were many communication issues as one visit we were told one thing by a vet and in the next visit the new vet would completely go against what we were told in our prior visit. They seemed to be more interested in their bottom line than in our pups.
Zaire Riera
11 Oct 2017
I just relocated to New York City and brought my 16 year old baby here. He was extremely sick and anemic. He was admitted for 5 days and I thought we were going to lose him. After extensive treatment ...
I just relocated to New York City and brought my 16 year old baby here. He was extremely sick and anemic. He was admitted for 5 days and I thought we were going to lose him. After extensive treatment I am happy to say he is back to his normal, happy self! If it wasn’t for Riverside Animal Clinic our baby wouldn’t be with us today. Every single staff member was very caring and friendly. By far the best experience I’ve ever had at an animal clinic!!!
Sara Cardona
29 Sep 2017
Small place, so you get personal attention. Experienced staff. They have a larger sisitwr location on 108th street for more invasive procedures.
Leonard Feld
13 Aug 2017
Good pet care but can be expensive even for routine checkups. It is a struggle to see the same vet twice in a row because of part-time work.
Kimberly Worsham
24 Feb 2017
They take excellent care of my little dog here!
Jenn Halweil
26 Oct 2016
A huge thank you to Riverside Animal Hospital North and South! Gizmo was battling an eye infection and looked a bit like the puss in boots version of a pirate. They were able to see him same day, got ...
A huge thank you to Riverside Animal Hospital North and South! Gizmo was battling an eye infection and looked a bit like the puss in boots version of a pirate. They were able to see him same day, got him all fixed up, and even called this morning to check on him. The staff have a great sense of humor, treat us like family, and the rates are super affordable. Anyone with pets check them out. I've been with these folks a year now and absolutely love them!
Jane Wang
28 Sep 2016
This is one of the possibly worst vet group I've had the unfortunate experience to deal with. In medicine, we have a saying, "do no evil." If you cannot assist an animal, then at least do not hurt it....
This is one of the possibly worst vet group I've had the unfortunate experience to deal with. In medicine, we have a saying, "do no evil." If you cannot assist an animal, then at least do not hurt it. My adopted cat has an issue of scratching (to the point of self-mutilation). I came to the Riverside Vet Group to find an answer.
I felt in my initial exam, I was told to give my cat a number of shots - antibiotics, a steroid shot, and a test for bacteria. This made me a little suspicious. Usually, vets do tests first before subscribing shots. I felt that I was being ripped off. In fact I asked what the side effects are for the shots, and was told smugly that every shot has side effects. Yes, thanks for restating the obvious, but I'd like to make informed choices before letting you put needles into my pet.
I picked a bacteria shot but was told to do a steroid shot instead (because that is a short term solution to prevent scratching and so they can justify that they did something positive). I was told the culture test is going to come back and tell me the real answer.
My cat's culture test for bacteria was contaminated during sample handling and was inconclusive / false positive. I was advised to do more shots. When I complained the lack of capabilities, I was asked, "Did your cat's symptoms somehow resolve?"
The symptoms still exist, but this is the vet that gives your animal as many shots as they can justify (TO MAKE MONEY) and they hope and pray that the issue goes away. This cannot be the right way to do treat animals. The unsuspicious owners will be duped and the victims will be their animals who cannot speak. Their plan for my cat is to subscribe as many shots as possible till the symptoms go away, or the animal falls deathly ill due to side effects. I have no plan to let that happen.
I am filing an ethical complaint against this group at the New York State. Do not take your pet here. It will be worse off.
Abi Conway
12 Jun 2016
Wuv you guys!! These guys are Always quick with the rump scratches!
Patty Langford
13 Mar 2016
the folks at Riverside Veterinary Group & Riverside Animal Hospital SAVE LIVES!
Harry Vasquez
26 Feb 2016
I don't know the people or doctors from Riverside Animal Hospital, but they get a, A+ for saving his poor dog, imagine the suffering he has endured, NOW he knows LOVE, May he find a FOREVER HOME!! G...
I don't know the people or doctors from Riverside Animal Hospital, but they get a, A+ for saving his poor dog, imagine the suffering he has endured, NOW he knows LOVE, May he find a FOREVER HOME!! God Bless Riverside Animal Hospital
Candy Dyment Johnson
24 Feb 2016
His history is his legacy ... the chow should be named "Apostle" ... hooray for his triumph!
Nicole Bax De Keating
28 Dec 2015
You could name the dog "JUSTICE" so glad someone found it before it was too late.
carolyn raskin
11 Apr 2015
with regards to antibiotics for a chronic ongoing bladder infection that any dr there should be well versed in handling as I was dr freedmans case for near six years: just an update: dr freedman ref...
with regards to antibiotics for a chronic ongoing bladder infection that any dr there should be well versed in handling as I was dr freedmans case for near six years: just an update: dr freedman refused to fill medicine for Sydney today. I have no idea why , as many times in the past ( many many times) , covering Drs have prescribed and filled the medicine, in fact , dr freedman was Sydney's vet for about six years! perhaps his feelings are hurt in some way. nevertheless this was at my dogs expense today. she and I waited all day for medicine only to be told at close to five that nothing was there for her. as the credit card is only on file at 79th, Sydney, because of dr freedman, will have to wait now until Monday. if you could please when you get in to the office and when you get a chance please fax a scrip to the 79 th street office for Monday.
I really appreciate the efforts you made today * on your day off, no less* to help Sydney today. like I said it has always been a group effort at the hospital when it comes to writing time sensitive scrips and filling them. and it's too bad that dr freedman, one rotten egg has to spoil the batch and Sydney now will suffer until Monday I always thought it is supposed to be an animal hospital after all and I guess my patronage to dr freedman fir six years meant nothing as far as service today
thank you for trying anyway
hopefully riverside vet can fix their problems
sincerely
car l
carolyn luciano
11 Apr 2015
with regards to antibiotics for a chronic ongoing bladder infection that any dr there should be well versed in handling as I was dr freedmans case for near six years: just an update: dr freedman ref...
with regards to antibiotics for a chronic ongoing bladder infection that any dr there should be well versed in handling as I was dr freedmans case for near six years: just an update: dr freedman refused to fill medicine for Sydney today. I have no idea why , as many times in the past ( many many times) , covering Drs have prescribed and filled the medicine, in fact , dr freedman was Sydney's vet for about six years! perhaps his feelings are hurt in some way. nevertheless this was at my dogs expense today. she and I waited all day for medicine only to be told at close to five that nothing was there for her. as the credit card is only on file at 79th, Sydney, because of dr freedman, will have to wait now until Monday. if you could please when you get in to the office and when you get a chance please fax a scrip to the 79 th street office for Monday.
I really appreciate the efforts you made today * on your day off, no less* to help Sydney today. like I said it has always been a group effort at the hospital when it comes to writing time sensitive scrips and filling them. and it's too bad that dr freedman, one rotten egg has to spoil the batch and Sydney now will suffer until Monday I always thought it is supposed to be an animal hospital after all and I guess my patronage to dr freedman fir six years meant nothing as far as service today
thank you for trying anyway
hopefully riverside vet can fix their problems
sincerely
car l
D'vorah Joy
13 Sep 2014
Only the best for my dogs, and Riverside Animal Hospital is the best! I am a client since 1992!
Lyssa Howells
27 Feb 2014
Dr K. Has been my vet since 2002, prior to that I had seen a multitude of different vets, and I had been sorely disappointed. Dr K is amazing, and I love riverside animal hospital.
Fazia Azimullah
6 Aug 2013
They take such good care of my Sasha and Lily... Absolutely the best vets around. Wouldn't go anywhere else. :)
Laurie Lawrence
20 Jun 2013
I've been going to Riverside Vets since the early 90's when no other vet or clinic would treat my cat Belle's acute asthma with anything other than steroids for her entire life. I found Dr. Raclyn at ...
I've been going to Riverside Vets since the early 90's when no other vet or clinic would treat my cat Belle's acute asthma with anything other than steroids for her entire life. I found Dr. Raclyn at Riverside Vets and rushed her to him. He gave her one shot to help her breathe, had me change her diet and take supplements and she never had a recurrence of asthma. I never looked back. The vets and the staff took amazing care of my sweet Belle (who suffered from a variety of ailments) and saved her life a few times along the way. They were remarkably supportive, helpful and kind when I had to say good-bye to her. When it was time for me to adopt another cat, the staff at Riverside Vets introduced me to a VERY shy and sweet cat who had been rescued and brought to them months earlier - and I'm happy to say Vera went home with me that day and is coming out of her shell more and more each day - and Riverside Vets is taking great care of her as well. I love the vets, staff and quality of care so much at Riverside Vets that I schlep 13 blocks to get there when an amazing animal hospital is literally around the corner from my residence. You'll be happy you brought your animal to the great group at Riverside Vets on W. 79th!
specks
10 Feb 2012
If I could give them zero stars I would! Don't go here if you need pet prescriptions. I should have realized what a joke this place is when they recommended I fill one of my dog's seizure prescriptio...
If I could give them zero stars I would! Don't go here if you need pet prescriptions. I should have realized what a joke this place is when they recommended I fill one of my dog's seizure prescriptions at a up scale pharmacy that charged me $150 rather than going on pet-meds where I got the same thing for $15, after I had to call them repeatedly to approve the order. They've filled out my dog's second prescription (phenobarbital, a common drug) wrong five out of six times, including wrong dosage, no refills, and too much of the drug which is a controlled substance so legally the pharmacy couldn't fill it. Beyond that doctor raclyn is condescending and pushy. The entire staff has tried to get me to do blood work and other test far before their due or procedures/tests that are unnecessary. They even sent me repeated notices for stool parasite checks but not to remind me that two of my dog's vaccines had expire. I switched to Westside Veterinary Center and finally have some competent people taking care of my pets
A Google User
21 Feb 2010
I was looking for a vet on the Upper West Side and tried getting an idea of who I should consider and who to avoid. But the bottom line is that every clinic has bad and good reviews, and I'm really be...
I was looking for a vet on the Upper West Side and tried getting an idea of who I should consider and who to avoid. But the bottom line is that every clinic has bad and good reviews, and I'm really beginning to think that it's all just BS. So I started visiting the different clinics (walking the UWS is pretty easy, since I'm always walking around anyway), and I finally chose Riverside Vet Group after sitting in their waiting room and watching the staff, and the doctors, and talking to some clients. My impression was that the staff went out of their way to make everyone feel comfortable and leave with all the information they needed. The doctors were friendly, and made sure the clients understood everything (they were usually in the waiting room saying goodbye and asking if there were any questions). The place was spotless, coffee in the waiting room (thank god) and the clients I spoke to raved about the place.
I finally did take my dog to see them. And I too, was very happy. Never a hard sell about anything. Good explanations. I can't really tell you if they're the best vets in the area, cause after all, what do I know about medicine? But for my minor problem, they were right on the money, and the cost was reasonable. That's all I really expect. I'm happy with them, and plan on continuing going.
M B.
16 Feb 2009
The people at the front of the office are so warm and welcoming, they made me feel like I was a part of their family. Penny is always scared when she goes to see the vet but this time her tail wagged...
The people at the front of the office are so warm and welcoming, they made me feel like I was a part of their family. Penny is always scared when she goes to see the vet but this time her tail wagged the whole time. The place smells great, hot coffee and cookies for the mommies and treats for the doggies! Dr. Raclyn is now Penny's favorite vet! He played with her and talked to her like she was the one going to decide if she wanted to get a shot or not. The whole experience was terrific. It was freezing cold outside and warm and homey inside. Even if you just want a good cup of coffee, I would go to Riverside Vet on 79th Street!
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