I've brought my dog here twice. Once in 2015 and on July 15 2017. First of all, the doctor takes walk-ins. A plus. Second, the exam fee is A LOT cheaper in comparison to other vets in NYC. Dr. Dodson ... Read More
I've brought my dog here twice. Once in 2015 and on July 15 2017. First of all, the doctor takes walk-ins. A plus. Second, the exam fee is A LOT cheaper in comparison to other vets in NYC. Dr. Dodson charges $45. Most vets in the area charge at least $55 or up. Now, I have read some of the reviews here and I agree with some of their observations. When I was there in 2015, the boy at the receptionist desk was not very friendly/welcome just like what other reviewers have stated. However, in my second visit, they hired a new receptionist (a woman) and she was very very courteous, professional and super nice. Although from what I understand in my second visit, the boy is the doctor's son (?). So, some of you might see him at the clinic again.I also agree with others about the "expensive" medication sold at this clinic. Brought my pup in July due to ear infections, they prescribed me Zymox (1.25 fl oz) and they charged me $35. Looked it up online and Amazon has it for about $20 and in some places (allivet) $15. Am I happy about this? No. Do I find this outrageous? No. Go to any vet, docs or any professional establishments (esp hair salons/spas), they will sell you most stuff at higher prices than online stores. They need to make a living somehow. Also, online, you'll have to wait a few days and some stores have minimum purchase before they give you free shipping. Last, in both visits, I find Dr. Dodson very caring and professional and he answered all my questions. That's what's most important here.Overall, I'm a fan of this place. I absolutely recommend anyone to come here. Again, they do take walk ins! I called like 10 places in NYC area on July 15 and all of them required you to make an appointment one or two days before and their fee was $55-$70 for exam. Dr. Dodson was the only one who accepted walk ins on that day. I was not gonna wait for 1-2 more days for my boy. Read Less