Animal Care Hospital of Matthews
Matthews, North Carolina
General Info
Animal Care Hospital of Matthews is a state-of-the-art veterinary facility that offers the highest quality of personalized care for your pets. The doctors and staff of Animal Care have your pets as their No. 1 priority. Our patient care simply cannot be topped.
Reviews
Deb Dickerson
9 Jun 2023
REPORT
Don't make the same mistake I did & go to Animal Care Hospital of Matthews!!!! "Care" to them only means $$$$.
Normal Well visit, nothing special, chk up & shots for 1 dog $276.78.
Never in my lif...
Don't make the same mistake I did & go to Animal Care Hospital of Matthews!!!! "Care" to them only means $$$$.
Normal Well visit, nothing special, chk up & shots for 1 dog $276.78.
Never in my lifetime after a vet well visit have I left without fecal check results. Which means
this visit, no prescription to purchase Heartworm meds elsewhere & another trip back, if you need right away, as I did.
Why.....it's a gimmick, more $$$$. They want you restricted to their online pharmacy, but never discussed with me.
In my situation, I needed heartworm right away. They not only gave my husband the wrong HW meds, another $74, they refused to refund or replace. They refused to authorize the script with Chewy as my regular pet retailer. Originally I was told return for a script & refund. Next day recd voice-mail oops sorry can't give a refund, but bare minimum, due to their own error, they could have authorized Chewy script.....GREED!
After 4 trips to vet & numerous calls & emails promised scrip was never given or as last resource, mailed. No compensation offered what so ever....GREED!
After what they have put me thru, no way was I going to trust them & give them another $74 thru their website plus I needed 2 wks ago.
Left with no other alternative, I had to take her to another vet & get 2nd fecal chk just to get her HW, another $55 & $74 for HW.
Now out $479.78 for 1 dog. In comparison, I just took my other 2 dogs for a well visit plus HW & got all for $304 FOR TWO DOGS!!!!
Not only outrageous fees, untrustworthy, they don't own up to their mistakes or care my dog was out of her HW needed immediately.
Summation they get you walking in the door. Any complaints go unheard. NO OWNERSHIP
NO MANAGEMENT
NO "CARE".
Jerome Fischetti
16 Jul 2018
REPORT
I have been taking my dogs there for years, and despite we moved farther away, I wont take my pups anywhere else. Great staff, who genuinely care!
Lee Watkins
13 Jul 2018
REPORT
Dr. Rutowski is a very kind vet. We use him for our bird and small dog.
Belinda Henley
9 Jul 2018
REPORT
Our family has been taking our pets here since the 1990s. Dr. McGarry was wonderful to our cat who passed away in 2012 and we love Dr. Rutowski For our two beloved dogs. Staff is very helpful and frie...
Our family has been taking our pets here since the 1990s. Dr. McGarry was wonderful to our cat who passed away in 2012 and we love Dr. Rutowski For our two beloved dogs. Staff is very helpful and friendly. Great location and warm atmosphere.
Jim Shupe
6 Jul 2018
REPORT
Boarded our cat here around 4th of July. Easy drop off and pickup. Friendly staff
David P.
3 Jul 2018
REPORT
Long story short. Don't take your pets anywhere but here! Fantastic all around staff support. Very friendly and knowledgeable. I don't need to give you a story about how great it was because I know if...
Long story short. Don't take your pets anywhere but here! Fantastic all around staff support. Very friendly and knowledgeable. I don't need to give you a story about how great it was because I know if you'll give it a shot, you'll understand how great they take care of pets on the first visit. Will come back here every time for a vet visit
Cathy Hasty
18 May 2018
REPORT
These people are so kind. It is hard to find a vet for a bird.
Darya Shostak
7 May 2018
REPORT
At first I came to Animal Care Hospital with my cockatiel because that was the only place where I found a bird's doctor in my area. They scheduled us for the next day right away. Doctor's assistants w...
At first I came to Animal Care Hospital with my cockatiel because that was the only place where I found a bird's doctor in my area. They scheduled us for the next day right away. Doctor's assistants were just amazing, they treated my bird as their own child. Doctor is very knowledgeable, he answered all my questions and gave a lot of recommendations. Now I take my kitten there too for vaccines. I have never had any problems with making an appointment there. Love this place.
Mikki Buff
8 Mar 2018
REPORT
So so have been here before just not sure about the vet's bedside manner. But he is a good vet especially if you have Birds. And that's just my opinion of him but I am very spoiled have only had two v...
So so have been here before just not sure about the vet's bedside manner. But he is a good vet especially if you have Birds. And that's just my opinion of him but I am very spoiled have only had two vet's the entire time I have been doing Pet Rescue.. girls in the front or fabulous.
Lisa O'Brien
4 Feb 2018
REPORT
Wonderful people who truly care about your pets. Dr McGarry is one in a million. She specializes with cats. My dogs love her, too.
Shannon Holbrook
4 Nov 2017
REPORT
We are so lucky to have found them! They are always willing to squeeze us in, really listen to our concerns, and take their time. My dogs really don't mind going to the vet, especially with all of the...
We are so lucky to have found them! They are always willing to squeeze us in, really listen to our concerns, and take their time. My dogs really don't mind going to the vet, especially with all of the treats and belly rubs they get there.
Mary M.
25 Jun 2017
REPORT
Great care of my parrot Simon thank you
Gary Conrad
24 Jun 2017
REPORT
The staff are very caring and thoughtful. Your pet is well looked after.
Patricia Schaff
9 Feb 2017
REPORT
Dr Rutowski is fantastic. Great bird vet! I bring my dog and my bird to him and they love him.
Adam Matthew
11 Dec 2016
REPORT
Actually handles your animal with care and both doctors are fair and very friendly
Lorena Farrera
6 Dec 2016
REPORT
All the staff is really friendly and profesional. Services are not expensive and the place is really clean!
Eric Padua
11 Nov 2016
REPORT
Great experience for doggies and humans alike! Highly recommended!
Alyssa Danielle
1 Jul 2016
REPORT
We moved down to Charlotte from NJ and NY with our birds in August 2015. We have not had to use a vet since we have been here until now (June 2016) but I was given several referrals by Parrot Universi...
We moved down to Charlotte from NJ and NY with our birds in August 2015. We have not had to use a vet since we have been here until now (June 2016) but I was given several referrals by Parrot University in Pineville for the best Avian vets in the area. We called around and spoke to a few, but after speaking with many veterinarians we liked the availability, friendliness of staff, pricing, and reviews of Animal Care Hospital of Matthews. We went in to have our little lovebird looked at for a tumor on his foot, already anticipating that we were going to have it removed. The staff was so wonderful and so is Dr. Rutowski. I am so thankful for finding out about Dr. Rutowski they were able to have us come back in two days for the surgery which went extremely well and I am very pleased with our experience with this amazing place. Expect exceptional service, friendly, compassionate, and straightforward staff, and your beloved pet to be well taken care of in their hands. I will be coming back for all our birds needs in the future. Thanks so much Dr. Rutowski and staff!
Gina Serrao Toundas
19 Jun 2016
REPORT
What a great team! We have four dogs and were able to get all our appointments done in one day. The staff was very accommodating and knowledgeable. The front desk is very friendly and assisted us wi...
What a great team! We have four dogs and were able to get all our appointments done in one day. The staff was very accommodating and knowledgeable. The front desk is very friendly and assisted us with getting the best value for our buck! Thank you!
Todd Kruse
2 May 2016
REPORT
have been using them for over a year for our two dogs and cat. Amazing staff, very friendly and patient with my pets.
Gloria Ann Wooten
21 Jan 2016
REPORT
Sunny had a wonderful checkup this week, thanks to you all.
San Owen
17 Sep 2015
REPORT
Friendly staff, very knowledgable vet, always get outstanding care. They've gone above and beyond for my pet!
kamme ferguson
11 Aug 2015
REPORT
We found this hospital by doing a search for are area. I knew after speaking to them that they would be a great fit for us. We were moving to them after getting sub par care and service at our previou...
We found this hospital by doing a search for are area. I knew after speaking to them that they would be a great fit for us. We were moving to them after getting sub par care and service at our previous vets office. From that first phone inquiry Candice made it an easy decision for me to transfer all records with out hesitation. We went in for a check up and shots a few months later and the staff was fantastic and the facilities were very clean. Dr. Rutowski is professional, compassionate and knowledgeable. Our dog boarded there many times and never had anxiety or issues. We sadly had to put her down recently and though she was sick, she was comfortable with all the staff and the doctor to the end. I have been a vet tech and I can tell you that that kind of peaceful relationship between pet and treatment is a reflection of the people. To sum it up. Amazing vet, fantastic staff, clean environment very good prices!
Sakura Rose
6 Dec 2014
REPORT
I need to learn how useful,meaningful,valuable of animal care hospital, for the future time of my friends who ever love animal
Danny McMillan
18 Nov 2014
REPORT
Great doctors and staff that we have used for many years!
Maria A.
7 Jul 2014
REPORT
Came for an avian wellness visit after being referred by Parrot University in Pineville. Dr. Rutowski spent plenty of time with me. I never felt rushed. He took great care with my bird. Upside is that...
Came for an avian wellness visit after being referred by Parrot University in Pineville. Dr. Rutowski spent plenty of time with me. I never felt rushed. He took great care with my bird. Upside is that ACHOM offers avian boarding (you do have to be an established client tho). I feel comfortable with this practice and will continue to come here with my bird.
Susan Yeager Smeltzer
11 Mar 2014
REPORT
Don't know what I would do without this wonderful team. Our dog was sick for many months and they supported me through it. Now we have a new little guy that they are getting healthy.
Brian F.
21 Aug 2011
REPORT
We have a quaker parrot and most vets are not avian board certified. There are only two in the area, and Dr. Frank Rutkowski is one of them, and the only one in the southern area of metro Charlotte. ...
We have a quaker parrot and most vets are not avian board certified. There are only two in the area, and Dr. Frank Rutkowski is one of them, and the only one in the southern area of metro Charlotte. As a quick aside, the other one is a at Carolina Veterinary Specialists near Northlake Mall, and she is good too - just not convenient for us anymore. Most vets don't know a whole lot about parrots as birds are very unique creatures by design. Dr. Rutkowski is a parrot expert. He studies parrots extensively, even sometimes travelling to South America to do so. He has given us good recommendations and "meds" when needed. The office is small and old, but clean. The prices for veterinary services are resonable, but a little high for wing and claw trimming. The staff is friendly and helpful too.
A Google User
23 May 2008
REPORT
We picked up two stray kittens from ACH in 2004 and have used them as out vet ever since....and we live nowhere near Matthews!! Very happy with the service and the folks at ACH...would reccommend them...
We picked up two stray kittens from ACH in 2004 and have used them as out vet ever since....and we live nowhere near Matthews!! Very happy with the service and the folks at ACH...would reccommend them to anyone who cares about there animals.
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1216 Matthews-Mint Hill Road
Matthews North Carolina 28105
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Animal Care Hospital of Matthews
Matthews, North Carolina
1216 Matthews-Mint Hill Road
Matthews North Carolina 28105
General Info
Animal Care Hospital of Matthews is a state-of-the-art veterinary facility that offers the highest quality of personalized care for your pets. The doctors and staff of Animal Care have your pets as their No. 1 priority. Our patient care simply cannot be topped.
Business Hours
Monday
07:45AM-19:30PM
Tuesday
07:45AM-18:00PM
Wednesday
07:45AM-18:00PM
Thursday
07:45AM-18:00PM
Friday
07:45AM-12:00PM
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07:45AM-12:00PM
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Reviews
Deb Dickerson
9 Jun 2023
Don't make the same mistake I did & go to Animal Care Hospital of Matthews!!!! "Care" to them only means $$$$.
Normal Well visit, nothing special, chk up & shots for 1 dog $276.78.
Never in my lif...
Don't make the same mistake I did & go to Animal Care Hospital of Matthews!!!! "Care" to them only means $$$$.
Normal Well visit, nothing special, chk up & shots for 1 dog $276.78.
Never in my lifetime after a vet well visit have I left without fecal check results. Which means
this visit, no prescription to purchase Heartworm meds elsewhere & another trip back, if you need right away, as I did.
Why.....it's a gimmick, more $$$$. They want you restricted to their online pharmacy, but never discussed with me.
In my situation, I needed heartworm right away. They not only gave my husband the wrong HW meds, another $74, they refused to refund or replace. They refused to authorize the script with Chewy as my regular pet retailer. Originally I was told return for a script & refund. Next day recd voice-mail oops sorry can't give a refund, but bare minimum, due to their own error, they could have authorized Chewy script.....GREED!
After 4 trips to vet & numerous calls & emails promised scrip was never given or as last resource, mailed. No compensation offered what so ever....GREED!
After what they have put me thru, no way was I going to trust them & give them another $74 thru their website plus I needed 2 wks ago.
Left with no other alternative, I had to take her to another vet & get 2nd fecal chk just to get her HW, another $55 & $74 for HW.
Now out $479.78 for 1 dog. In comparison, I just took my other 2 dogs for a well visit plus HW & got all for $304 FOR TWO DOGS!!!!
Not only outrageous fees, untrustworthy, they don't own up to their mistakes or care my dog was out of her HW needed immediately.
Summation they get you walking in the door. Any complaints go unheard. NO OWNERSHIP
NO MANAGEMENT
NO "CARE".
Jerome Fischetti
16 Jul 2018
I have been taking my dogs there for years, and despite we moved farther away, I wont take my pups anywhere else. Great staff, who genuinely care!
Lee Watkins
13 Jul 2018
Dr. Rutowski is a very kind vet. We use him for our bird and small dog.
Belinda Henley
9 Jul 2018
Our family has been taking our pets here since the 1990s. Dr. McGarry was wonderful to our cat who passed away in 2012 and we love Dr. Rutowski For our two beloved dogs. Staff is very helpful and frie...
Our family has been taking our pets here since the 1990s. Dr. McGarry was wonderful to our cat who passed away in 2012 and we love Dr. Rutowski For our two beloved dogs. Staff is very helpful and friendly. Great location and warm atmosphere.
Jim Shupe
6 Jul 2018
Boarded our cat here around 4th of July. Easy drop off and pickup. Friendly staff
David P.
3 Jul 2018
Long story short. Don't take your pets anywhere but here! Fantastic all around staff support. Very friendly and knowledgeable. I don't need to give you a story about how great it was because I know if...
Long story short. Don't take your pets anywhere but here! Fantastic all around staff support. Very friendly and knowledgeable. I don't need to give you a story about how great it was because I know if you'll give it a shot, you'll understand how great they take care of pets on the first visit. Will come back here every time for a vet visit
Cathy Hasty
18 May 2018
These people are so kind. It is hard to find a vet for a bird.
Darya Shostak
7 May 2018
At first I came to Animal Care Hospital with my cockatiel because that was the only place where I found a bird's doctor in my area. They scheduled us for the next day right away. Doctor's assistants w...
At first I came to Animal Care Hospital with my cockatiel because that was the only place where I found a bird's doctor in my area. They scheduled us for the next day right away. Doctor's assistants were just amazing, they treated my bird as their own child. Doctor is very knowledgeable, he answered all my questions and gave a lot of recommendations. Now I take my kitten there too for vaccines. I have never had any problems with making an appointment there. Love this place.
Mikki Buff
8 Mar 2018
So so have been here before just not sure about the vet's bedside manner. But he is a good vet especially if you have Birds. And that's just my opinion of him but I am very spoiled have only had two v...
So so have been here before just not sure about the vet's bedside manner. But he is a good vet especially if you have Birds. And that's just my opinion of him but I am very spoiled have only had two vet's the entire time I have been doing Pet Rescue.. girls in the front or fabulous.
Lisa O'Brien
4 Feb 2018
Wonderful people who truly care about your pets. Dr McGarry is one in a million. She specializes with cats. My dogs love her, too.
Shannon Holbrook
4 Nov 2017
We are so lucky to have found them! They are always willing to squeeze us in, really listen to our concerns, and take their time. My dogs really don't mind going to the vet, especially with all of the...
We are so lucky to have found them! They are always willing to squeeze us in, really listen to our concerns, and take their time. My dogs really don't mind going to the vet, especially with all of the treats and belly rubs they get there.
Mary M.
25 Jun 2017
Great care of my parrot Simon thank you
Gary Conrad
24 Jun 2017
The staff are very caring and thoughtful. Your pet is well looked after.
Patricia Schaff
9 Feb 2017
Dr Rutowski is fantastic. Great bird vet! I bring my dog and my bird to him and they love him.
Adam Matthew
11 Dec 2016
Actually handles your animal with care and both doctors are fair and very friendly
Lorena Farrera
6 Dec 2016
All the staff is really friendly and profesional. Services are not expensive and the place is really clean!
Eric Padua
11 Nov 2016
Great experience for doggies and humans alike! Highly recommended!
Alyssa Danielle
1 Jul 2016
We moved down to Charlotte from NJ and NY with our birds in August 2015. We have not had to use a vet since we have been here until now (June 2016) but I was given several referrals by Parrot Universi...
We moved down to Charlotte from NJ and NY with our birds in August 2015. We have not had to use a vet since we have been here until now (June 2016) but I was given several referrals by Parrot University in Pineville for the best Avian vets in the area. We called around and spoke to a few, but after speaking with many veterinarians we liked the availability, friendliness of staff, pricing, and reviews of Animal Care Hospital of Matthews. We went in to have our little lovebird looked at for a tumor on his foot, already anticipating that we were going to have it removed. The staff was so wonderful and so is Dr. Rutowski. I am so thankful for finding out about Dr. Rutowski they were able to have us come back in two days for the surgery which went extremely well and I am very pleased with our experience with this amazing place. Expect exceptional service, friendly, compassionate, and straightforward staff, and your beloved pet to be well taken care of in their hands. I will be coming back for all our birds needs in the future. Thanks so much Dr. Rutowski and staff!
Gina Serrao Toundas
19 Jun 2016
What a great team! We have four dogs and were able to get all our appointments done in one day. The staff was very accommodating and knowledgeable. The front desk is very friendly and assisted us wi...
What a great team! We have four dogs and were able to get all our appointments done in one day. The staff was very accommodating and knowledgeable. The front desk is very friendly and assisted us with getting the best value for our buck! Thank you!
Todd Kruse
2 May 2016
have been using them for over a year for our two dogs and cat. Amazing staff, very friendly and patient with my pets.
Gloria Ann Wooten
21 Jan 2016
Sunny had a wonderful checkup this week, thanks to you all.
San Owen
17 Sep 2015
Friendly staff, very knowledgable vet, always get outstanding care. They've gone above and beyond for my pet!
kamme ferguson
11 Aug 2015
We found this hospital by doing a search for are area. I knew after speaking to them that they would be a great fit for us. We were moving to them after getting sub par care and service at our previou...
We found this hospital by doing a search for are area. I knew after speaking to them that they would be a great fit for us. We were moving to them after getting sub par care and service at our previous vets office. From that first phone inquiry Candice made it an easy decision for me to transfer all records with out hesitation. We went in for a check up and shots a few months later and the staff was fantastic and the facilities were very clean. Dr. Rutowski is professional, compassionate and knowledgeable. Our dog boarded there many times and never had anxiety or issues. We sadly had to put her down recently and though she was sick, she was comfortable with all the staff and the doctor to the end. I have been a vet tech and I can tell you that that kind of peaceful relationship between pet and treatment is a reflection of the people. To sum it up. Amazing vet, fantastic staff, clean environment very good prices!
Sakura Rose
6 Dec 2014
I need to learn how useful,meaningful,valuable of animal care hospital, for the future time of my friends who ever love animal
Danny McMillan
18 Nov 2014
Great doctors and staff that we have used for many years!
Maria A.
7 Jul 2014
Came for an avian wellness visit after being referred by Parrot University in Pineville. Dr. Rutowski spent plenty of time with me. I never felt rushed. He took great care with my bird. Upside is that...
Came for an avian wellness visit after being referred by Parrot University in Pineville. Dr. Rutowski spent plenty of time with me. I never felt rushed. He took great care with my bird. Upside is that ACHOM offers avian boarding (you do have to be an established client tho). I feel comfortable with this practice and will continue to come here with my bird.
Susan Yeager Smeltzer
11 Mar 2014
Don't know what I would do without this wonderful team. Our dog was sick for many months and they supported me through it. Now we have a new little guy that they are getting healthy.
Brian F.
21 Aug 2011
We have a quaker parrot and most vets are not avian board certified. There are only two in the area, and Dr. Frank Rutkowski is one of them, and the only one in the southern area of metro Charlotte. ...
We have a quaker parrot and most vets are not avian board certified. There are only two in the area, and Dr. Frank Rutkowski is one of them, and the only one in the southern area of metro Charlotte. As a quick aside, the other one is a at Carolina Veterinary Specialists near Northlake Mall, and she is good too - just not convenient for us anymore. Most vets don't know a whole lot about parrots as birds are very unique creatures by design. Dr. Rutkowski is a parrot expert. He studies parrots extensively, even sometimes travelling to South America to do so. He has given us good recommendations and "meds" when needed. The office is small and old, but clean. The prices for veterinary services are resonable, but a little high for wing and claw trimming. The staff is friendly and helpful too.
A Google User
23 May 2008
We picked up two stray kittens from ACH in 2004 and have used them as out vet ever since....and we live nowhere near Matthews!! Very happy with the service and the folks at ACH...would reccommend them...
We picked up two stray kittens from ACH in 2004 and have used them as out vet ever since....and we live nowhere near Matthews!! Very happy with the service and the folks at ACH...would reccommend them to anyone who cares about there animals.
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