Dr. Craddock is an amazing veterinarian. She is patient, thoughtful and fully invested in the health of your pet.  I fully entrust her in the care of my animals. The hospital itself is clean and it is a very friendly environment. They even have a rewards program and the ability to track my pet's health via an app. Plus, my child loves the little play area that is provided. Read Less

Everyone that works at Chatham Animal Hospital is wonderful! We love taking our dog here because we feel like they genuinely love her and they treat her so well. She is always happy to see the staff and never hesitates to go in the door. Our dog recently had surgery here and we felt so good knowing she was in such wonderful hands. We love Chatham Animal Hospital and highly recommend their practice. Read Less

The staff here are wonderful! I cannot say enough great things about Dr. Bailey! He treats our pets like his own and is always upfront and honest about the different options we have in regards to the care of our pets. I trust him and the staff at Chatham Animal Hospital completely. They have always made us feel like valued clients and we will continue to come to this wonderful practice! Read Less

I would highly recommend both Dr. Matthew Bailey and Dr. Morgan Craddock. I met Morgan through my job 2 years ago and moved our pets to this clinic because I liked her so much. We have continued to take our pets to Chatham even though I no longer work nearby (and live almost 30 minutes away). We recently lost our 17 year old cat, Stanley. Not only were they very supportive and caring during this difficult time, but they also sent flowers upon his passing. I was floored! Especially since they were not involved (we used Lap of Love). Both Dr. Bailey and Dr. Craddock are not only great veterinarians, but they are truly compassionate and considerate people. Read Less

I would highly recommend both Dr. Matthew Bailey and Dr. Morgan Craddock.  I met Morgan through my job 2 years ago and moved our pets to this clinic because I liked her so much.  We have continued to take our pets to Chatham even though I no longer work nearby (and live almost 30 minutes away). We recently lost our 17 year old cat, Stanley. Not only were they very supportive and caring during this difficult time, but they also sent flowers upon his passing.  I was floored! Especially since they were not involved (we used Lap of Love). Both Dr. Bailey and Dr. Craddock are not only great veterinarians, but they are truly compassionate and considerate people. Read Less

I LOVE LOVE LOVE this animal hospital. The clinic is super clean and I have never had to wait to be taken into a room. They always see me right away even if it is before my actual appointment time. Dr. Bailey is amazing, kind, and really knows what he is talking about. He is so loving towards my dog Sadie and makes her feel at ease during her examinations. I wish I could give this place even more than 5 stars because they truly deserve it!!! Read Less

We have recently moved to Chatham Animal Hospital from another local veterinary clinic and so far we are VERY impressed. The doctors have never made us feel rushed, they truly care about our pup, and have fit us in immediately when our dog had two separate issues we wanted addressed. They are kind, professional, and much more accommodating than our previous location. Thank you! Read Less

I've been taking dogs to vets for decades. Chatham Animal Hospital is hands down the best - and I'm extremely careful with my animals. Dr. Bailey is brilliant, a real star, not just surgeon smart but kind and generous with his time and knowledge. When the time came to put my beloved girl down last year it was like having family in the room. The whole staff is so nice to people and animals alike. My dogs love the techs and if the techs don't love them, then they all deserve Oscars! I'll add that I have not so common breeds and Dr. Bailey has always been wholly knowledgeable about breed-specific issues. Can't say enough about this practice! (I really like Dr. K. too, though I don't see as much of him.) Read Less

My parents' dog has seen Dr. K for 16 years. Now I have two dogs of my own and Dr. Bailey takes great care of them. I had to board Max and Natty( and Roxy, my parents dog) every weekend for (atleast) a month due to family emergencies. To be able to leave our furry family members with people that give them so much love and care is an unthinkable blessing. We are so thankful for Dr.K, Dr. Bailey, Dr. Craddock, Christopher, Nicki and all the staff at Chatham Animal Hospital that invest so much time into keeping our pups happy and healthy! Read Less

Since we moved to Cary about eight years ago we have only used Chatham Animal Hospital for our cats. Dr. K is the best veterinarian we have ever had and he is a cat expert. He is the real deal and the vets he employs are too. This man is smart and kind. I don't believe your cat will get better treatment or better care anywhere else. Read Less

I have no idea who the last poster is talking about. We have been going to Dr. K for almost 30 years. And the main reason we started with Dr. K is because he LOVES CATS. He does this with his whole heart. We had a cat when we first started seeing Dr. K in about 1989 that had a very unusual infection. Dr. K spent is whole weekend researching it at home on his own time and called us on Sunday to tell us what he thought it was. Same cat, 10 years later and when she was finally failing from cancer - after treatments at NCSU Vet School (we love cats too) - he came to our house to put her to sleep in our kitchen. He is the BEST. I grew up in an animal loving family and we have had vets and we have had vets - believe me. Dr. K is the real deal. And he would never let anyone work in his hospital who was not totally in love with animals. We have a neighborhood app that rates Chatham Animal Hospital FAR AND ABOVE any other vet in our whole area - like by 50%. So, clearly, whoever posted previously did it for money and that is a sad sad statement on these fake internet reviews. Anyone who had ever met Dr K or any of his staff know they LOVE ANIMALS and that they will do the very best and go above and beyond. Feh on Google negative reviews. The real clients and patients of Dr. K know the truth. He and Chatham Animal Hospital are five star if anyone is. Read Less

We have been going to Dr. K and the Chatham Animal hospital for nearly 30 years. He has taken us through cats with cancer, a bitey little spoiled brat of a dog, and he has given us the most considerate care. Everyone at Chatham Animal Hospital loves animals. And Dr. K is a true scientist. He once spent a whole weekend of his own time researching a problem with one of our cats and called us on Sunday. He is the real deal. True blue. We can't say enough good things about Chatham Animal Hospital, all of the doctors who work there and Dr. K especially - who started this practice with his true love of animals nearly 30 years ago. Read Less

Dr. Krakowski was not meant to see cats. The vet tech did not do a proper job holding my cat and keeping him calm during the check up. This girl just was not exuding any sort of confidence while holding him on the table. He had an ulcer on his lip, very simple. They wanted to run a bunch of tests and in the end said they didn't know what caused it. Great, thanks. After leaving, I checked Dr. Krakowski's profile page on the hospital's website and read up on his bio. He is a dog owner, he does not have the needed patience for cats *( I know from watching him with mine). He forced me to use sedation on my animal even though I was apprehensive. Way too pushy with drugs (that are not cheap by the way). If you go here, avoid Dr. Krakowski with your feline. Read Less

They treated my beloved Zephyr so gently and with great care. The staff and Vets are so kind, and are very comforting. It's a hospital I will go back to with my two other cats. Thank you SO much for making Zeph comfortable and showing her such kindness and compassion in her final days. It means a lot to me. Read Less

There is a great mix of knowledge and caring. The vets really care about how your pet is doing and providing the best care to them. The front desk associates are friendly and welcoming. I've been going here for years and would never want to go anywhere else. Read Less

When my old vet didn't have time to see my dog on an emergency call,a couple friends recommended I call Chatham animal.   From beginning to end of our week of panic this clinic was amazing.  We were warmly welcomed over the phone and greeted immediately upon arrival. Dr K went over every inch of my dog and explained every possible scenario.  He could have easily recommended lots of tests, x-rays and scans, but reasoned why going a conservative route was in the best interest of my dog.  I can't thank him enough for his sound diagnostics and reasoning.   We are now happy clients. We have been back to the office for our annual boosters and it is clear my dog is happy with the care.  Her tail never quits waggling around the doc and his staff.   This clinic is filled with loving people that will take the time to get to know you and your pet. Read Less

I went there this morning for a check up and vaccine boosters for my two cats. The receptionist and vet tech were both very nice and professional. Dr. Bailey is a fantastic vet: he had a lot of practical advice for my questions regarding cat treats, food and the minor issues I was seeing with one of my cats. He certainly has specialized food and medicine, but rather than pressuring sales he offers solid alternatives to try first. He was very gentle but efficient administering the vaccines and just amicable in general. Lastly, I was pleasantly surprised by the bill - very reasonable considering it was two cats and 4 shots! Read Less

To me, they are beyond 5 stars. They never rush, they treat the animals with the utmost respect, and they explain all options. I was blessed to have found them when I moved here, and I recommend them to everyone. Read Less

I've never written a review before, but with the experience I had at Chatham Animal Hospital, I feel it would be wrong not to! I brought my cat, Keiko, in to get all of her shots and flea medication to prepare her to become an indoor/outdoor kitty after having been indoors only for the past 4 years. She has never gotten anything but a rabies shot, and I was very nervous about how her visit was going to go. Dr. Bailey and the assistant that took care of Keiko were awesome! She's usually very skittish of new people, but they were so sweet and gentle with her. She loved them! Dr. Bailey took the time to talk to me about how to try to solve her problems with throwing up after she eats. He even went through a variety of different catfoods and his opinion of them. The best thing is that he didn't try to sell me something that I didn't need. We did discuss down the road, different, more pricey options I could browse if changing up her food didn't help her problems, but he didn't suggest right away that I should jump to an expensive prescription food. After I got Keiko home she was great! Her experience was so easy at the vet that she wasn't Even stressed when we got home. Unfortunately, about 20 minutes after we got home she got very sick and was throwing up bile everywhere. Apparently She was having a reaction to the vaccines. I called the staff and they told me to get Keiko back to the office. As soon as We got there they gave her benadryl and some steroids that fixed her right up. I was so worried about her and while I was waiting for Dr. Bailey to come back out with her I was thinking "this just turned into a very expensive day" Dr Bailey explained to me how rare it is for animals to have a reaction to vaccines, but every once in a while a case pops up. He explained what he did to fix her up and said that next time she should get a benadryl before the shots based on this experience. He was very apologetic and informed me that I would not be charged for bringing her back in. I was taken aback from this. This was truly one of the best experiences, despite Keiko having a reaction. I would recommend this place to any one who lives in the Cary/apex area. I have moved to Garner and can only hope that I'll find a vet that offers this type of service. Dr. Bailey and the staff at Chatham animal hospital are the best! Thank you all for making my and my cat's experience so great! Read Less

Excellent staff, excellent vets, excellent facilities. Dr Bailey in particular is the vet you always hope you will find. I could go on forever. They always go "above and beyond" and their compassion is outstanding. I trust them completely with the total care of my pets. And to address  the 2 star review they received from someone else, sometimes it is hard to keep up with and understand the rationale regarding vaccines. Trust me, you do not want to take your pet anywhere for grooming if they are not adamant about having the pet's vaccines updated first. (I have good friends who don't understand this, but if I want to have my pet groomed, and he isn't up to date on shots, my pet exposes every other pet in that grooming area.) You have to protect your own pet at all costs. Read Less

Clean facilities and ok staff. I have dealt with a number of vets over the years in different states and this place is not the greatest. On my second visit I was told I had not been charged a $150 exam fee for one of my dogs, and sure enough when I grabbed the receipt from my car I had been charged. They also require a number of tests and recurring booster shots twice a year when most vets (actually all vets I have worked with) require them once a year. When I was taking my dog into the groomer for the second time I was told she needed one of these biannual booster shots, as I was not told this when I made the grooming appointment I asked if I could wait so both my dogs could get this done at the same time, the answer was no. So I either had to get the shot or she wasn't getting groomed. Waste of my time. This place likes to upcharge and add fees to your visit, if you take your furry friends here make sure to keep the receipts and records of your visit.Read Less

Clean facilities and ok staff. I have dealt with a number of vets over the years in different states and this place is not the greatest. On my second visit I was told I had not been charged a $150 exam fee for one of my dogs, and sure enough when I grabbed the receipt from my car I had been charged. They also require a number of tests and recurring booster shots  twice a year when most vets (actually all vets I have worked with) require them once a year. When I was taking my dog into the groomer for the second time I was told she needed one of these biannual booster shots, as I was not told this when I made the grooming appointment I asked if I could wait so both my dogs could get this done at the same time, the answer was no. So I either had to get the shot or she wasn't getting groomed. Waste of my time. This place likes to upcharge and add fees to your visit, if you take your furry friends here make sure to keep the receipts and records of your visit. Read Less

I recently moved to Cary and adopted a new kitten. I looked on Yelp for a good vet, and based on reviews, I chose Chatham Animal Hospital. I couldn't be happier with my decision! All of the staff are so nice and helpful, and my kitten's new vet (Dr. Bailey) is awesome! I've never had a vet spend so much time with me during a visit, explaining everything. You can tell that everyone there really cares about the animals in their care. If you are looking for a new vet, I highly recommend Chatham Animal Hospital! Read Less

I recently moved to Cary and adopted a new kitten. I looked on Yelp for a good vet, and based on reviews, I chose Chatham Animal Hospital. I couldn't be happier with my decision! All of the staff are so nice and helpful, and my kitten's new vet (Dr. Bailey) is awesome! I've never had a vet spend so much time with me during a visit; explaining everything. You can tell that everyone there really cares about the animals in their care. If you are looking for a new vet, I highly recommend Chatham Animal Hospital! Read Less

You will never find even one facility who would intake found kittens from an individual who is not even a customer. I am new to the country and went there yesterday with two 2-3 week old kittens who needed a home. After having visited two other facilities and being turned down, the folks at Chatham Animal Hospital were not only supportive enough to offer their facility for the kittens BUT they promoted the kittens to others who immediately took them in. The people at this facility should be commended for going above and beyond. I will be a loyal customer going forward!!!Read Less

I always feel at home at Chatham Animal Hospital,the helpfulness of the front desk and the manner in which they treat my dog "Mitzy".She is given the special treatment she deserves. Dr.K, is never in a hurry and always willing to answer questions,he is thorough and professional with a little touch of humor.I feel like he is truly interested in the outcome for my dog and to make her well and keep her well. I feel more than confident in recommending this Veterinary Practice for you and your precious pet! Read Less

I have been with the same vet since I got my dog 4 years ago. Finally after several moves I figured it was time to find one closer, and I am glad I did. While Chatham was not the closest, it had the best reviews and I can see why. It doesn't take much for a vet to impress me, however my dog Teddy is a completely different story. He has never liked the vet and it has always led to me either holding him down or putting a muzzle on him. Well I can safely say that he likes Chatham Animal Hospital. He liked pretty much everyone he ran into, and when I was in the examination room he even walked around without the leash he was so comfortable. Dr Bailey, treated him so well that by the end you would have thought they were old buddies. I was here for his annual checkup, but he also had an ear problem, that Dr Bailey quickly diagnosed and laid out all the options, and did not try to push me towards the most expensive one.At the end, including the new client coupon, the total bill came out to around $250. That included all his shots and test, 6 months heartworm, as well as medicine for his ear. I am very happy with that cost and I will certainly be coming back. Read Less

Having recently moved from the Chicago/Milwaukee area to Cary, I was in need of finding a respectable/competent/friendly/reasonably priced vet for my almost 9-year old dog.  His vet in Milwaukee at Silver Spring Wellness Center was probably my favorite in terms of how she approached the practice of medicine, particularly for senior dogs, so after some careful searching, I decided to give Chatham Animal Hospital a try.Location: 4 out of 5Laugh all you want, and it's warranted, but since I do live close to Bond Park in Cary, finding a vet that's within a 8 - 10 minute drive right off of Chatham was pretty clutch.  They're sort of hidden on Oceana Place, and parking is free and ample.  They even provide poop bags in case your creature needs to defile the property (or needs a fecal sample).  Front of House Customer Service: 4.5 out of 5The two guys that worked up front on the day I took my dog in (Percy and James) were really great.  Friendly, warm, and punctual to get my dog all set for his vet visit.  Remarkably, or perhaps not, the only person that was a bit off putting, and maybe it was just out of context, was the gentleman who I presumed to be the practice manager.  At one point, within earshot of other customers in the lobby, it sounded like he was whining or prattling on about how "even though he wasn't a fully trained veterinary assistant, he could still do SOME things to help."  Again, this was taken out of context in one moment when the door in the lobby to the rest of the practice was open, so if he was really whining or not, I really don't have a clue.  It does bring up a good point about using discretion when speaking within earshot of customers, however.  In the grand scheme of things, not that big of a deal to me.  Vet and Vet Assistant: 5 out of 5Dr. Bailey and TJ were great with Yukon.  I like to think that it helps when I warned them about things he doesn't like and things he might be sensitive or snappy at.  Even when Yukon put his little teefuses into Dr. Bailey's hands when he went in for an ear exam (and therefore, had to wear the soft muzzle of shame), Dr. Bailey brushed it off, didn't say anything, and continued to be the utmost of professional, kind, and thorough.  TJ was a really great help too, as the dog can be a little crotchety sometimes.  Having her there to pet him and assure him that everything was ok made me feel better, and probably made the dog feel a little better as well.  A few specific notes:For having a strong dentistry background, I was surprised when Dr. Bailey didn't try to push a teeth cleaning.   Our vet in Chicago was a little bit more aggressive in her preferred treatment, but our vet in Milwaukee noted that with brushings every other day with enzymatic toothpaste, he'd be fine even if there were slight staining on the teeth.  Dr. Bailey concurred, so the lack of an upsell was nice.Dr. Bailey WAS firm in his belief that Frontline Plus is not as effective against fleas and ticks here in NC, and since I had seen a few anecdotal reviews stating as such, I was fine taking the suggestion that I should put my dog on Bravecto.  Dr. Bailey was fine with continuing the generic version of HeartGuard Plus (Iverhart).  Value: 5 out of 5For the yearly exam, 3 year rabies vaccine, 6 month Bordatella, 4DX screening, Poop screening, 3 year distemper, and 1 year Lepto, the damage came out to almost exactly 200$ with a new customer coupon.  Much cheaper than in Chicago or Milwaukee, so no complaints here.  Overall: 5 out of 5Great experience all around. Read Less

My husband and I haven't used Chatham Animal Hospital for long but in the amount time that we did, we have nothing but good things to say about them.  We had seen Dr. Curtis once and Dr. Bailey twice and both doctors I felt had the concern and passion to try to help our sickly dog as much as they could over the last few months of his life.Rhett, our poodle, had previously had three bladder stone surgeries by other vets which ultimately led to his deterioration and lessened his quality of life.  In his last few months he was unable to control his bodily functions, seemed to not sleep as much and lost interest in many of the things that he loved in life.  After a very hard night with the sickest he's ever been, we took him to CAH where Dr. Bailey offered us one last resort, but was honest enough to let us know that treatment would be expensive and may not work.  We were then forced to make the toughest decision we've ever been faced with based on what we had already been through with Rhett which was to let him go.  Dr. Bailey was very respectful with our wishes, gave us as much time as we needed and offered his heart felt condolences.After what felt like the longest drive home yesterday, my husband and I came home to an empty and quiet home.  A few hours later we heard a knock at our front door and there stood a lady with a flower arrangement addressed to us from CHA.  What a thoughtful thing for this hospital to do knowing how hard this was for us.Even though this has been very difficult, the doctors and staff could not have been better to our family.  We will forever be grateful. Read Less

Couldn't agree more with KB. We've been bringing our dog here for three years and by now, I feel that they treat him like family. All of the techs and staff recognize and remember him. He's seen several of the vets and they've all been great. We also love Dr. Bailey. Everyone here really cares about the animals they treat, and it shows in their relaxed yet caring attitudes. I agree that the prices are reasonable, and I've never had the feeling they were pushing an unnecessary service or exam on me like I have at other vets. I also agree that the boarding rates are really good, and it's the only place we can leave Casey for several days without him having severe anxiety problems. Leigh the groomer is wonderful and Casey looks forward to seeing her every month. Her prices, too, are so reasonable and probably less than what anywhere else would charge at just $35 for a bath, brushing, and nail trim (40 lb dog). They have really convenient hours, too. Read Less

I really like Chatham Animal Hospital. Unlike a competitor nearby, Chatham has outstanding front-desk staff and great doctors.  For doctors, our personal favorite is Dr. Matt Bailey.  He has "the touch" with animals and is so great with them and doctoring them. As our dog has grown older and now has more health problems, I've had to call with emergencies right before they closed (as I was getting home from work and discovering my dog incapacitated).  They never said "Oh, this is too close to our closing time, so go to an open-late emergency hospital."  Instead, they always said to come right over and they would stay open for us.  (I wouldn't have minded going someplace else, but the true dedication they have shown my pet over posted hours just awes me.)  For cost, they are less expensive then many other animal hospitals/vets.  We unfortunately need a lot of medical up-keep for our dog, so appreciate the less expensive costs.  For a dental cleaning, it was at least $100 less than our previous vet located on Maynard Road. As a full time, daytime working adult, I also need flexible hours for dropping off my pet for medical appointments, grooming appointments, etc.   They are great about this, so it works great with my schedule.  We've also used their boarding services.--The cost is reasonable, the services rendered is fine, no complaints. Read Less

I really like Chatham Animal Hospital. Unlike a competitor nearby, Chatham has outstanding front-desk staff and great doctors.  For doctors, our personal favorite is Dr. Matt Bailey.  He has "the touch" with animals and is so great with them and doctoring them. As our dog has grown older and now has more health problems, I've had to call with emergencies right before they closed (as I was getting home from work and discovering my dog incapacitated).  They never said "Oh, this is too close to our closing time, so go to an open-late emergency hospital."  Instead, they always said to come right over and they would stay open for us.  (I wouldn't have minded going someplace else, but the true dedication they have shown my pet over posted hours just awes me.)  For cost, they are less expensive then many other animal hospitals/vets.  We unfortunately need a lot of medical up-keep for our dog, so appreciate the less expensive costs.  For a dental cleaning, it was at least $100 less than our previous vet located on Maynard Road. As a full time, daytime working adult, I also need flexible hours for dropping off my pet for medical appointments, grooming appointments, etc.   They are great about this, so it works great with my schedule.  We've also used their boarding services.--The cost is reasonable, the services rendered is fine, no complaints. Read Less

In the search for a Dr. to care for my 4 month old blk lab puppy...I knew I had to be very particular...especially due to my very first experience in our lovely city of Cary NC. I first took my puppy to ""what seemed to be the most convenient place"" Petsmart/Banfield...what a mistake! Yes...I do enjoy going to Petsmart for pet toys and food...but taking my puppy there to see a vet was ridiculous to say the least; it's like taking your 3 year old to Toys R Us to see the Pediatrician!! And...when I did get in to see the vet...she was very rude, didn't explain A THING to me, abrupt, in a hurry, unprofessional, and was not nice to my new puppy at all...and this was his first vet visit!! I left that day vowing to never return to Banfield, ever again!! I went on a hunt...I wanted a place where my puppy would be treated kindly, warmly, and by professionals in a friendly CLEAN...and non-distracting atmosphere...I found it with the Chatham Animal Hospital!! Dr. K took his time with me...and my puppy Raphael. He was very calm which was soothing to Raphe, and to me. Dr. K explained so much...and even gave me a book of information to take home to read. He showed jars of real heart-worms that really hit home with me...I had no idea!! He treated Raphe sooo nicely, and liked the sweet, over-joyed, over-sized lol - happy-go-lucky puppy he is. We all left feeling good about our experience. *We'll be back; we've found a Dr. who truly cares!! Thank you Dr. K, and the super NICE staff at Chatham Animal Hospital!! -Tessa & Paul Crews & of course...Raphe : ) Read Less

Dr. Krakowski ("Dr K") and the entire staff at Chatham Animal Hospital have provided the finest veterinary care the furry members of my family could ever receive. Upon relocating to North Carolina from California in 1996 with my daughter (not furry), 3 dogs, and 2 cats, I made establishing good medical care for all of us my top priority. I recognized during my first visit to Chatham Animal Hospital, that I had found exactly the right doctor for 5 of us! The veterinarians, veterinary assistants, technicians, and business staff are truly called to their profession. They understand and respect the place our pets share with us in this world. They have taken great care of all our pets over the years, have always taken time to discuss general checkup assessments, thoroughly explain treatment for an illness, answer all my questions, and give me advice about behavior (the dogs', not mine). When I travel, I know that my pets are cared for, not just "kenneled" and I can leave without worry. They have shared my delight in my pets, and comforted me when an old friend is ready to leave. Chatham Animal Hospital has earned my trust, respect, and gratitude many times over! Read Less

The Chatham Animal Hospital has provided us excellent service and care for the 3rd member of our family. The Dr.'s are professional and the staff are excellent. Our dog, Heidi's love the TLC's she receives each time she has an appointment or is boarded there. We highly recommend CAH for those who "really care" about their pet's. Read Less