Girard Veterinary Clinic

It is illegal in nearly every state except for PA for a vet to not release a prescription for cat food. But this practice refuses to do so, even after weeks of requests. FOR CAT FOOD! It may be legal, but we will see if they will like a complaint filed with the AVMA. Clearly, I will not return to this practice ever again. Read Less

I cannot say enough nice things about this place. The staff is so personable and I feel they truly care about my pet. My dog Marley was just treated for heartworm successfully at Girard Veterinary Clinic and the staff was so excellent with her care! Marley is a rescue from the south, and I originally was taking her to the Pet Mechanic in No Libs for vet appointments. I had taken her to the Pet Mechanic countless times (after she was experiencing some odd symptoms chronically) to try and figure out what was wrong with my poor pup, and every time I went in it seemed like they were just all over the place prescribing different things to try and treat her, none of which worked and all of which were very costly. To be fair some of her symptoms didn't necessarily align with heartworm, but they knew she was a stray in the south during the dead of summer before being rescued so that should've maybe tipped them off that worms could be the root of her issues. I gave up on the Pet Mechanic and I took her to Girard Vet Clinic where after asking me a few questions about her background/symptoms they thought to test for her heartworm (which she obviously tested positive for) and from there on the treatment proceeded very efficiently. Love this place! Would not take my dog to any other vet in Philly :) I highly recommend! Read Less

I would give this place no stars but really I think it's mostly the vets that are so horrible while the rest of the staff is usually warm and helpful. I've been bringing my old dog here since we moved to the neighborhood over a year ago. I was surprised when my old dog who hates the vet actually seemed to enjoy Girard Vet Clinic. The first few times we came we saw Dr Wilkerson and my husband and I were really happy with how the vet treated our dog. He seemed very engaged and thoughtful. A while later we started seeing Dr Moody at every appointment. Not that we were given a choice, Im not sure anyone is given a choice on which vet they see. For a while we were fine with this because Dr Moody seemed nice enough. Things started going horribly wrong when we would bring our old dog in different things and Dr Moody would order tests with any conclusions afterwards. My husband and I actually started feeling scammed. One time our dog has a cyst on his face and the vet sent the fluid to pathology. When the vet got the pathology results she didn't call she sent us an email saying she didn't know what the cyst was but she recommended we put our 13 year old through surgery. Dr Moody then sent us a separate email with the estimate to do surgery and THEN recommend we call and schedule ASAP. This made me angry and when I asked to speak with a vet Dr Wilkerson came out listened, agreed with my concerns and said he would talk with Dr Moody about getting clearer pathology results and then they would call us within the next few days. No one ever called. A similar situation has happened since but with more expensive xrays and every single time we see Dr Moody it seems like maybe she doesn't actually know us even though we see her frequently through the year for normal blood work and old age related issues. She forgot what she had prescibed our dog and it's become pretty obvious she doesn't care about our dog or us as people and paying customers. When we have ever tried to complain or even just ask for an explanation of a diagnosis we can't seem to ever get a vet on the phone and no one ever ends up calling us back. Read Less

Dr. Wilkinson, Albert, and the staff here are top notch and go the extra mile to make sure my pets are comfortable and healthy. I recommend this clinic to everyone. We had a very serious emergency with our cat Princess Penelope this past month that only Girard Vetinary Clinic was able to resolve, and they did it at literally a fourth of the cost that we spent at the emergency room. They’ve been our regular vet for check ups, and they’ve also performed a successful dental surgery for our cat in the past year. This clinic continues to astound me with its professionalism and genuine care. They are budget friendly, too! Read Less

Dr. Wilkinson, Albert, and the staff here are top notch and go the extra mile to make sure my pets are comfortable and healthy. I recommend this clinic to everyone. We had a very serious emergency with our cat Princess Penelope this past month that only Girard Vetinary Clinic was able to resolve, and they did it at literally a fourth of the cost that we spent at the emergency room. They've been our regular vet for check ups, and they've also performed a successful dental surgery for our cat in the past year. This clinic continues to astound me with its professionalism and genuine care. They are budget friendly, too! Read Less

Doc is great. My dog went in for a mastectomy and she healed beautifully and is healthier than ever. He's very understanding and informative. Staff is also very friendly and accommodating with schedules. Read Less

LOVE the new owner and vets! They are friendly, helpful and most importantly really thorough with my doggo's care. [ they are also WAY more affordable than most other full service clinics I've been to. ] I ran out of my dog's medication last minute and couldn't make it in before they closed to pick up her refill so one of the staff members came to deliver it to my house! Can't express how grateful I am to have that kind of care and empathy from medical staff. I love my own doctors but I know they would certainly never do anything like that! Read Less

Just took my first fur baby here the other day for his first check up. Everything from the welcome when we came int o the vets extreme patience with all my questions was welcoming and friendly. The doctor seems very knowledgable about the pets and is a great resource for the first time pet parent. Thanks for taking care of our fur baby. Read Less

The staff here is high energy and super friendly!! I love the girls upfront. What a refreshingly hip clinic! I was visiting representing Lap of Love Veterinary and I love this clinic! #lapofloveveterinaryhospice Read Less

Just had a consult at University Of Penna. In essence, they confirmed EVERY SINGLE aspect of my dog's (complex) diagnosis and treatment at Girard. While there is some comfort in affirming the plan for my dog's situation, I would suggest you might see this as an important endorsement of a clinic with expertise & loving care at a place that does it's best to keep that care affordable. Love Girard, Dr. Wilkerson, their clinic and staff! Read Less

Dr. Wilkerson was great: smart and empathetic - and this even though he delivered some terrible news to my family. We unfortunately had to put down our beloved golden retriever due to pancreatic cancer that had spread throughout his body. I would never wish this experience on even my worst enemy, but if you ever have to go through it- I hope you get a Vet as compassionate as understanding as Dr. Wilkerson and the staff at Girard Vet. (not to mention the prices were SO much less compared to the suburbs where we used to go - and he saved us costly surgery that wouldn't have helped as he did chest x-rays before sending us to the specialist). The whole staff was friendly, helpful and really made the whole trip as "good" as it could possibly have been. Thank you everyone at Girard - We will ABSOLUTELY keep bringing our other dogs here - and will always think of Coop every time we go, knowing it was the last place we were able to be with him and give him the dignified and painless send off that he deserved. Read Less

Speechless.I paid over $300 and would like to express that the girl cashing people out was unfriendly and rude.  I actually feel bad for the other receptionists that work with her.  She should have taken the time to talk me through my invoice.  Instead she just blurted the amount I owed--  without even giving me the bill. Really? Who hands over $300 + without knowing what they're paying for?!  No "thank you", no nothing.  I work in the service industry and would NEVER treat anyone like that.  And because of her-- I won't go back.  Whoever answered the phone was really nice and understanding.  She fit me in last minute when I wasn't able to get to my original appointment.  I really appreciated that!The new vet was friendly-- I'll give him that.  But I know my cat has serious health issues and I'll go to another vet for a diagnosis.  Antibiotics are not going to make her better.  Matter of fact-- as soon as I came home she threw up everywhere.  The x-ray machine wasn't working, which is probably the only way I will find the answer about my cats health.  They took a urine and fecal sample, but didn't even tell me when I'd know the results.  So frustrating.All in all-- I'm completely unsatisfied with my visit for my cats health, I'm annoyed, and I definitely will not go back to the GVC.  I know the neighborhood- I understand that it makes ya a little tough- but there was no reason for the receptionists actions.To the gal with heavy makeup:  "I'm sorry your life is so miserable that you need to make others feel that way." Read Less

I like Girard Vet a lot. They're practical and reasonably priced. I had previously brought my pets to the Penn Vet, where I was charged exorbitant prices for impractical remedies and poor advice. I bring my two dogs to Girard Vet, one rescue, one purebred. We've been through treatments for heart worm (the rescue) and ear infections (the purebred). Both recovered just fine.The only cons are sometimes long waiting times (which I also experienced at Penn) and the size of the waiting room. It's challenging to keep a 100-pound young dog controlled in a tiny waiting room filled with other animals and people. :)Note that the doctors have changed at Girard Vet in the last year. There had been a female doctor who was sometimes condescending and unfriendly. She is no longer with Girard Vet. Dr Wilkerson now runs the clinic. girardvetphila.com/staff Read Less

Not only are they organized and helpful but they are amazing at what they do and the prices on exams, shots and especially surgeries are fair unlike other places, thanks to the vets and this clinic my dog was saved from a bad infection she had, had I not found them sooner I wouldn't of had my little fur baby who is now 7 thanks to them! Read Less

I was referred to this place by a neighbor. My dog goes to the SPCA annually for a check up and for his annual shots so he's in good health. My new groomer doesn't express anal glands so I called this place to make an appt. I was quoted $37 on the phone, needless to say that I was charged darn near double once the process was completed. I was told that since my dog was new to this clinic that he had to see a doctor in order to get his glands expressed (of course I was told this afterwards, although I stated on the phone that this would be our 1st visit). I definitely won't be returning nor will I recommend a place that handles their business in a underhanded manner. Read Less

I took my two year old guinea pig to this clinic for his first checkup and everything went very well. My piggy was comfortable with his vet, and they did a very thorough job of giving him a great checkup. He also received nail clipping services which went smoothly. Thank you! Read Less

I took my two year old guinea pig to this clinic for his first checkup and everything went very well. My piggy was comfortable with his vet, and they did a very thorough job of giving him a great checkup. He also received nail clipping services which went smoothly. Thank you! Read Less

Dr. Balzer is opinionated and aggressive in her demeanor and in no way sensitive to the customer. She insisted my house needed professional exterminators even though there were absolutely no fleas anywhere in sight on any of my cats and I have NEVER had a flea infestation. On another occasion I brought my cat in to find out about some dental work. I was given an estimate of anywhere from $400 - $1200 dollars...really?!? Kind of a large window. I will not be going back a third time. Read Less

My always hungry kitten would suddenly not eat and after going down many avenues I called Girard Vet Clinic and they were the nicest from the phone call to the walk-in visit. They fixed my lil girl up and she is herself again. Affordable and Wonderful! Read Less

Today was my second and last visit here. See cause last month I took my dog in for an exam and shots. Before I left that day I had to make another appointment for his booster shot for rabies. When given the receipt I see that I was charged for an exam again @$44 .!! Why was that when he didn't need another exam, he only needed the shot. !! Staff was friendly and it's a nicely kept place but I refuse to pay for exams that are unnecessary. Read Less

This was my first visit to Girard and was for a rat neuter. I was priced out of my usual vets office, so was infinitely relieved to find such a compassionate and affordable clinic! I live about an hour plus from Philly, but will definitely be returning with any future pets for the great staff, not just the great price! Read Less

Dr Cindy Balzer has been wonderful with my dog Scarlet who is now 14. I credit her with saving Scarlet's life. I've had all routine care for her at Girard. She has had two surgeries there. The staff is great too: Vicki and all who work in front and back. Thank you all for your dedication and hard work! Read Less

I have had nothing but positive experiences with Girard Vet Clinic. They have been very accommodating of my schedule in order to get our dog in ASAP for any problems for which she needed care. They even went out of their way fit me in when they were closing one evening when I stopped by to make an appointment. I have worked primarily with Dr. Weiner who has been able to quickly solve any issues our pet was having and he was extremely caring with her. The prices are reasonable and everyone has been friendly that I have interacted with at the office. Read Less

I had a great experience here today with my 5 year old boxer ; I finally got some answers to what could be the issue with my pup. I'll definetely be coming back for all of my fur babies . I love how direct, helpful and willingness to get the bottom of the issues they are here . I'm glad I found this office . Thanks for all that you do ! Read Less

I love this clinic! The nursed my rottweiler back to health when she got a bad infection in her leg. The vet was honest and thorough. He answered all my questions. The staff was friendly, and I was able to get an appointment the same day I called them. I will definitely be bringing my fur babies here again. Read Less

Just had my 8 yr old chihuahua tooth extracted and cleaning there for the first time and i'am very impressed on her results. They did an amazing job. The staff was so friendly and the doctor was awesome. He explained everything to me and gave me advice. I will be making this my new clinic for my furry babies Read Less

I've been taking all my furry family here for over 12 years. The entire staff docs, technicians, front desk personnel are all skilled, patient, knowledgable, caring, supportive, helpful. Highly recommend! Read Less

I can't say enough about these gals and guys. I called Crying on Wendnesday around noon, and My Cat Lover was in their office being triaged by 2. We thought for sure he was going to have to be put to sleep, as we had been dealing with him having a very agressive cancer in his arm, for about 6 months, and it refused to go away, after removal of the lump (also performed by Girard Veterinary Clinic). Instead of putting him to sleep they insisted/ strongly suggested we amputate the leg. Now it is Friday and he is back home, without his leg BUT STILL WITH US. Threw all of this very stressful event for our cat and us, they have been positive and extremely kind, to both our cat and my partener and myself. I have been to many Vets and there is just no comparison. My Partner and myself know our cats but have little knowledge of this extreme medical condition that we have all been threw with Lover (the cats name). When we needed a knowledgeful vet and clinic on our side, that is just what we got with Girard Veterinary Clinic. There is only 5 stars on this rating but we would give them 100 stars if we could!!!!!! Read Less

Wow, my first time here. I took my pug, Cleo here because she looks like she has eye infection. It turn out she doesn't. The vet makes sure that there is nothing else wrong with her. I had to wait for an hour but it's worth waiting. And the vet fee and medicine are very reasonable price. Read Less