Oakwood Veterinary Clinic

I love the Vet. He is so calming and so good with my pet which is nervous and does not like to be handled. They are punctual and friendly. I believe i get excellent service. It is close, convenient and I believe competitively priced. I will continue to go top them as long as Dr. B is there. Read Less

Dr. B saved my mother's little dog after he was attacked and his eye came out of the socket. Batman is doing great and recovering well. We couldn't be more thankful for the work that is done at this clinic! Read Less

My cat and I have lived in 6 different states and visited many vet offices throughout the years. Oakwood Vet office surpasses any previous experience. The staff and Dr. Bielefeld are amazing. They treat you and your pet like family and take ample time during each visit to understand your concerns while treating your pet. Dr. Bielefeld explains all treatment options and possible outcomes thoroughly. He made sure I was comfortable with my choices and all my questions were answered. I appreciated his attention to detail and only recommended testing or treatments that would benefit my cat. Staff: quick response to voicemails left, easy to schedule appointments, help in any way possible to ensure an excellent experience. (I specifically worked with Kate and Rebecca...both amazing Vet Techs) I will forever be grateful for the empathy and compassion shown during our visits at the end of my cat's life. This is the only vet office I will ever bring my pets to when I'm here in Dayton. Read Less

This is by far the best vet I have ever been to! They genuinely care about your pet(s) and tell you what they think would actually be best for you, instead of forcing you to have a bunch of unnecessary tests run on your pet. I've never felt so welcomed in a vet's office before today. Jessica, at the front desk, greeted me immediately, and I was in a room within 2 minutes. Katie, the vet tech, was fabulous and Dr. B himself was so nice. We have found our forever vet!!! Read Less

I have only been once, but had a great experience.  Techs and vet were all nice and seemed to care about my cat.  They worked us in on the same day when our previous vet could not.  The price was great considering we had an overnight stay, thanks to a new patient discount. Read Less

I have been a client of Oakwood Vet clinic for over ten years.  I have multiple cats, mostly rescues.  Dr. B. has performed everything from nuturing and treating a wild feral cat, to teeth extractions, tumor removals, ear surgery and euthanasias.  When one of my elderly cats had a tumor on her thyroid, Dr.B spent time researching both the condition and the recommendations for performing the procedure.  Then he shared all the data with me.  The procedure was a success and added years to her life. To say Dr.B. is a competent vet is a bit of an understatement.  When I bring a new rescue in, the exam is complete.  The animal is checked and treated for everything from fleas and worms, to ear mites and blood work for FLV and FIP.  The staff is caring, helpful and knowledgeable.  This is a vet who is committed to continuing education.  He stays up to date on current medical treatments for animals.  He performs laser surgery, which is less painful than regular surgery and sees to it that the animal's pain is managed after procedures. A scope is used check you pet's ears and teeth.  You can see right on the screen what's happening inside their ear canal and mouth.  And you're given options as well as recommendations for treatment.  Clearly, I'm a huge fan.  I have tried other vets in the area.  One told me my cat's strange enlarged pupil was just a symptom of old age.  Dr. B. immediately recognized it as a not uncommon form of cancer.  The cats was in terrible pain because the condition advanced to Glaucoma.  Dr. B was able to refer me to a specialist who was able to help my cat and treat the condition.   Many vets in this area are very nice. However, I've never met one who was as good at diagnosis or as thorough with treating my animals.  Patty Bommarito Read Less

I love Dr.B. and the staff at Oakwood Vet. Clinic. The most competent vet in Dayton! Dr. B. stays up to date with the latest in veterinary care. He performs laser surgery and manages animal pain after procedures. My multiple cats have had everything from thyroid surgery to the removal of abcessed teeth. Excellent vet. Excellent staff. Patty Bommarito, Oakwood, OH Read Less

I normally review positive experiences, but feel compelled to share my visit today: I am in town for the holidays and needed an urgent chest X-ray for my dog to rule out pneumonia. He's been recently diagnosed with a disease that makes him prone to aspiration, so pneumonia is a big concern for me (he's had it twice already this year). I made an appointment with Oakwood Vet Clinic and told Jessica, the receptionist, that my dog is wary of strangers and it's best that their staff ignore him and don't give him eye contact until he has a chance to warm up to them. This rule goes double for my dog since this is a new facility for him and he doesn't know any of their staff. He's a nervous guy and came in shaking from fear. When the vet and vet tech came in our room, guess what? They stared at him as they entered and he immediately reacted by growling. Off to a bad start. Next, the vet told me he didn't read any of my dog's medical records that were faxed over the day before, so I had to explain everything myself. Another red flag. The last straw came when the vet came back in the room (after I suggested he go read the records) and said that my dog must be sedated for the X-ray. My dog has had numerous X-rays over the past year due to his condition and sedation has never been required. (Interestingly, Jessica the receptionist mentioned sedation when I booked the appointment, which leaves me wondering if they drug all their patients unnecessarily.) I declined the sedation or any services from this clinic. As we were on our way out the door, I asked for my dog's records so I could take them to Kettering Animal Hospital, which is just a short drive away. The vet REFUSED to release the records without charging me a fee. He wouldn't give care to my dog without drugs, and then tried to ransom my dog's vet records for money on top of everything else. Further, in plain sight from the reception counter, I saw a boxer tethered to a cabinet with no one paying any attention to her, and she was crying. The "office dog" was roaming around off-leash with no supervision and no isolation from patients for disease-preventative reasons. None of what I saw or experienced was professional, sanitary, caring, or safe. Your pet (and my pup) deserve far better than what this clinic can offer. PS my dog got his chest X-ray without sedation in a walk-in appointment with the friendly staff at Kettering just after this incident!! Read Less

Do yourself a favor and go to Kettering Animal Hospital. Here's why:I am in town for the holidays and needed an urgent chest X-ray for my dog to rule out pneumonia. He's been recently diagnosed with a disease that makes him prone to aspiration, so pneumonia is a big concern for me (he's had it twice already this year). I made an appointment with Oakwood Vet Clinic and told Jessica, the receptionist, that my dog is wary of strangers and it's best that their staff ignore him and don't give him eye contact until he has a chance to warm up to them. This rule goes double for my dog since this is a new facility for him and he doesn't know any of their staff. He's a nervous guy and came in shaking from fear. When the vet and vet tech came in our room, guess what? They stared at him as they entered and he immediately reacted by growling. Off to a bad start. Next, the vet told me he didn't read any of my dog's medical records that were faxed over the day before, so I had to explain everything myself. Another red flag. The last straw came when the vet came back in the room (after I suggested he go read the records) and said that my dog must be sedated for the X-ray. My dog has had numerous X-rays over the past year due to his condition and sedation has never been required. (Interestingly, Jessica the receptionist mentioned sedation when I booked the appointment, which leaves me wondering if they drug all their patients unnecessarily.)I declined the sedation or any services from this clinic. As we were on our way out the door, I asked for my dog's records so I could take them to Kettering Animal Hospital, which is just a short drive away. The vet REFUSED to release the records without charging me a fee. He wouldn't give care to my dog without drugs, and then tried to ransom my dog's vet records for money on top of everything else. Further, in plain sight from the reception counter, I saw a boxer tethered to a cabinet with no one paying any attention to her, and she was crying. The "office dog" was roaming around off-leash with no supervision and no isolation from patients for disease-preventative reasons. None of what I saw or experienced was professional, sanitary, caring, or safe. Your pet (and my pup) deserve far better than what this clinic can offer. PS my dog got his chest X-ray without sedation in a walk-in appointment with the friendly staff at Kettering just after this incident!! Read Less

I'm also surprised at the negative reviews. Dr. B and all of the staff at Oakwood Vet are wonderful! They have always been great with my dogs (and fosters) and I trust them completely. They will always fit me in quickly if there is an urgent situation. I also like the fact that they will let me know if there is an over the counter option available for a medication to save some $. Definitely recommend. Read Less

Dr. B and his staff are really great. They are extremely accommodating, reasonably priced, and will even recommend OTC medications if possible. I've been going here for over 10 years and have always felt like my animals are getting the best care.Read Less

I honestly cant believe the reviews that have been posted. This doctor and his employees have always treated my family and i with absolute respect. My cats hind legs had just out of no where stopped working on her, she could not walk at all. The next day i was able to make an appointment with them. There was not a long wait and with some tests he determined she had heart disease. He has prescribed her with medications and has even given them to us for free, he gave us food for free, at the drop of a dime the receptionist sent a prescription for my cats food after i ran out of what they gave me. The best part is my baby is 1000% better!! She would not have eaten if it werent for the food and the syringes they gave me to feed her with, she was too weak to chew. She would not have gotten better if it wasnt for the medicine and the EXPERTISE this vet has that probably saved my cats life and continues to keep her going. She is walking and even jumping and running a little, not bad for an 18 year old cat with heart disease!!! I am forever grateful for this vet clinic and the proffesionals that work here that saved my kitty. And if you cant hear him ask him to speak up, it's really not that hard. Read Less

I adore Dr Bielefeld and I can't imagine him doing any of the terrible things I've read in these reviews. You can tell he really loves animals by his gentle and comforting manner with them. He's been my vet since 2005 with two dogs and three cats, and I've never had a single complaint. Read Less

changed vets due to rude receptionist and cannot understand what the doctor is saying, Brought a rescued kitten in --was very young and sickly--I had rescued him. Dr gave him first shots while sick and kitten died the following day. Will never go back! Read Less

NOT RECOMMENDED. I AM NEW TO THE AREA AND THIS VET IS RIGHT DOWN THE STREET FROM ME. MY FAMILY JUST GOT A NEW PUPPY AND I TOOK HER HERE, BIG MISTAKE. THE DOCTOR IS VERY UNPROFESSIONAL. HE MUMBLES AND DOES NOT TELL YOU WHAT HE IS DOING TO YOUR PET BEFORE HE DOES IT, I FOUND THIS VERY DISRESPECTFUL. HE TRIMMED MY 7 WEEK OLD PUP'S NAILS AND STARTED BLEEDING TERRIBLY, YOU WOULD THINK A PROFESSIONAL WOULD KNOW WHAT THEY WERE DOING. THE VET TECH YELLED AT THE DOCTOR RIGHT IN FRONT OF ME. IF THE STAFF TREATS EACH OTHER THIS WAY I DO NOT WANT THEM CARING FOR MY PET. IF THE STAFF CAN NOT TREAT EACH OTHER WITH RESPECT AND DECENCY HOW ARE THEY TREATING YOUR ANIMALS? IF YOU CARE AT ALL FOR YOUR PET DO NOT TAKE THEM HERE. I WOULD NOT TRUST THIS PLACE ALONE WITH MY PET. Read Less

When I moved I began going to this vet because he was really close to my new house. Big mistake! He has got to be one of the worst in the area. He mumbles horribly, lectures, made me feel like a horrible person for letting my cat get 2 lbs overweight. Two visits in a row he gave an extra vaccine without telling me about them. When I go to pay the bill there is an extra $20 charge for a vaccination the staff have a hard time explaining. At my last visit the vet tech told off the vet when he asked her to get something for him- then she stormed out of the room. When she came back in the room she grabbed my cat so hard her ribs were bruised. I have never heard a cat scream like that before. It was horrible. I do not recommend them at all. Maybe I had a bad experience but I would not risk it. I gave them 2 chances and that is it. I love my pets too much to take them back. Read Less