VCA Jordan River Animal Hospital
West Jordan, Utah
Reviews
Jodi Osborn
14 Jun 2018
REPORT
I can only feel sorry for any pet who is taken to Dr. Silkman for treatment. We had a very sick cat who, after treatment, a 3 day stay, and planned release following am, had a setback requiring surger...
I can only feel sorry for any pet who is taken to Dr. Silkman for treatment. We had a very sick cat who, after treatment, a 3 day stay, and planned release following am, had a setback requiring surgery at 3am. I was wide awake at that time, waiting to bring kitty home. Instead of calling us, the crackpot dr let our cat suffer until we arrived at opening time. He recommended immediate surgery, we agreed. He had two smiling assistants ask us if we wanted gowns to view surgery. We went into 'OR' where Silkman proceeded to show us our kitty's insides while he blamed us for our cat's situation - urinary blockage then said euthanasia was only option. This man is horrible, money hungry, and doesn't care about the animals he treats. If he did, he would've called us at 3am, or simply operated instead of waiting a critical 5 hours letting our baby suffer! Also, if you want to visit a pet, staff throws a fit, gives you dirty looks, and makes you leave after 5 minutes. Staff is almost as evil as doctor - should have seen them getting us to surgery table, they were smiling while my kitty was dying! It's been a few years and I'm shaking writing this, but feel people should know what this place is really like.
Ashton Kovacs
22 Apr 2018
REPORT
I've been here several times. We come here more often than not. Our visit today was especially good. My dog woke up yesterday morning with a big hard lump on his front right leg. I took him in aft...
I've been here several times. We come here more often than not. Our visit today was especially good. My dog woke up yesterday morning with a big hard lump on his front right leg. I took him in after hours to BluePearl last night, and was told that they wanted to test him for cancer (twice apparently) do blood work, and sedate him for it, which was going to run a tab of over $800. I opted to wait until today and bring him into Jordan River and I am so glad that I did.
Dr. Myrick was great. Very polite, very knowledgeable, and we really liked the way he was with our doggo Biff, who was very very nervous. He checked his joints, asked a lot of questions, explained what he was thinking and what the possibilities were, and decided to take a cell sample with a needle and look at it with the microscope. With this he was able to determine it was very very unlikely cancer, and he diagnosed hygroma. After explaining everything to us we agreed that this made the most sense, and we left feeling relieved and having had a very pleasant experience. We really appreciated Dr. Myrick's "bedside manner" and his way of taking the time to talk with us, ask questions, and explain everything. After all was said and done, we left paying $130 for everything, including him taking the sample, looking at it, and some anti-inflammatory medicine. I feel very happy paying this for the peace of mind I got from the visit. We will definitely be coming back and I would recommend this place to anyone.
Manny Lopez
21 Sep 2017
REPORT
I have been taking my pups here since I've owned dogs. The staff is always very knowledgeable and friendly. If you want top notch care for your fur babies I would recommend everyone to bring them here...
I have been taking my pups here since I've owned dogs. The staff is always very knowledgeable and friendly. If you want top notch care for your fur babies I would recommend everyone to bring them here.
Leila Mojabi
21 Sep 2017
REPORT
Love this place! So friendly, affordable, and they genuinely care about your pet!
Jessica Cartwright
21 Sep 2017
REPORT
Got vaccinations updated for both of our dogs, and the team at VCA was great. They were friendly, prompt, and good with the animals. I will definitely go back for future services.
Steve P.
19 May 2017
REPORT
Dr. Silkman and his staff have taken care of our pets for 13 years now. That should say it right there. They've helped us through one dog's epilepsy, another dog's serious skin problems (CURED with m...
Dr. Silkman and his staff have taken care of our pets for 13 years now. That should say it right there. They've helped us through one dog's epilepsy, another dog's serious skin problems (CURED with med's from Dr.); and over all special care. Can't see going anywhere else for care.
UPDATE: It's now 16+ years of care for our pets. I've had to see other vets, as emergencies arose and we were traveling. Dr. SIlkman's care is superior to what we've seen elsewhere.
angie wilmington
19 Mar 2017
REPORT
Highly recommend VCA Jordan River Animal Hospital! The Veterinarian's & staff are absolutely superb. They alway treat our fur babies like their own.
Lynn McAdams
30 Jan 2017
REPORT
I had to bring my sick Sheltie and my Cherry Head Conure in to see Dr Livecchi. He was GREAT. In one X-ray he found a cancerous turmor in my 12 year old Sheltie. I am broken hearted but I know wha...
I had to bring my sick Sheltie and my Cherry Head Conure in to see Dr Livecchi. He was GREAT. In one X-ray he found a cancerous turmor in my 12 year old Sheltie. I am broken hearted but I know what is wrong. He did not advise expensive treatments and has helped me with loving palative care. During all this my Conure developed a nasty fungal infection. I was told by someone else she had a stroke. Dr Livecchi immediately correctly diagnosed her (she was near death), prescribed meds and she is recovering nicely. Vet care and services are expensive but Dr Livecchi only did what was necessary and didn't waste my time or $$$. I am so grateful to him and his staff for their kindness, professionalism and expertise that I can't recommend them enough!
Mindy Dansie
14 Jan 2016
REPORT
My dog was run over by a car and I though he was going to have to be put down. I brought him here and the staff immediately took over his care and saved his life. He ended up having to have pins put ...
My dog was run over by a car and I though he was going to have to be put down. I brought him here and the staff immediately took over his care and saved his life. He ended up having to have pins put in his leg and endure 8 weeks of splints and bandages. There were complications and each time the staff helped me through it. I woulnd't hesitate to bring another pet here for an emergency but they aren't cheap. I take my pets somewhere else for routine vaccinations.
Alex Donley
19 Nov 2015
REPORT
My black lab hadn't had a puppy in over 4 hours so I brought her in, they charged us 50 just to look at her then came back and wanted to do 2 x-rays for $300 and an ultrasound for another 200. We told...
My black lab hadn't had a puppy in over 4 hours so I brought her in, they charged us 50 just to look at her then came back and wanted to do 2 x-rays for $300 and an ultrasound for another 200. We told them to just do an ultrasound and found out there were 2 puppies alive. Instead of offering a calcium shot or something that would help her naturally they told me he could either do a c-section for $1800 or give her some $26 dollar shots to induce contractions. So we did the shots to induce her. We left 300 in the hole and she ended up having the rest of the puppies on her own, but it almost took a whole day after the visit. They didn't even offer to give her anything to boost her energy which is all she really needed they just wanted us to spend spend spend. Quote from the vet "I will do a a c-section if you have the resources" then he went on to say, " I have an appointment I have to get to so we need to decide fast." Thanks for a dead puppy! I will be going to another vet to get the puppies dew claws removed.
Mary Hart
8 Oct 2015
REPORT
I bring all my cats and dogs to Dr. Silkman. He is the most knowledgeable veterinarian I have ever had the pleasure of dealing with. He truly cares about all my pets and I trust their lives with him. ...
I bring all my cats and dogs to Dr. Silkman. He is the most knowledgeable veterinarian I have ever had the pleasure of dealing with. He truly cares about all my pets and I trust their lives with him. I drive 30 minutes to see him and will never go anywhere else.
Dan Stern
29 Sep 2015
REPORT
I had my 2 Labradoodle puppies spayed and they came home that evening acting as if nothing had happened, and you could barely notice the incision and sutures on their tummies - we didn't even need a c...
I had my 2 Labradoodle puppies spayed and they came home that evening acting as if nothing had happened, and you could barely notice the incision and sutures on their tummies - we didn't even need a cone on their heads. Doc Silkman does fantastic work and gives our pets awesome care. Thanks Doc.
Cassie Baker
8 Aug 2015
REPORT
If I could give zero stars I would! This place is horrible, worst experience ever. Took my ten week old puppy in and they put me in a room and took my puppy for 45 minutes while I sat in the room and ...
If I could give zero stars I would! This place is horrible, worst experience ever. Took my ten week old puppy in and they put me in a room and took my puppy for 45 minutes while I sat in the room and listened to them yell at her to be quiet because she was crying. Then they charged me an arm and a leg when they provided no treatment in the end. Don't go here even if it's a weekend find someone else who is open!! Go see Dr. Foster at the Millcreek vet he is worth the drive!
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VCA Jordan River Animal Hospital
West Jordan, Utah
1519 West 9000 South
West Jordan Utah 84088
Business Hours
Monday
08:00AM-18:00PM
Tuesday
08:00AM-18:00PM
Wednesday
08:00AM-18:00PM
Thursday
08:00AM-18:00PM
Friday
08:00AM-18:00PM
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Reviews
Jodi Osborn
14 Jun 2018
I can only feel sorry for any pet who is taken to Dr. Silkman for treatment. We had a very sick cat who, after treatment, a 3 day stay, and planned release following am, had a setback requiring surger...
I can only feel sorry for any pet who is taken to Dr. Silkman for treatment. We had a very sick cat who, after treatment, a 3 day stay, and planned release following am, had a setback requiring surgery at 3am. I was wide awake at that time, waiting to bring kitty home. Instead of calling us, the crackpot dr let our cat suffer until we arrived at opening time. He recommended immediate surgery, we agreed. He had two smiling assistants ask us if we wanted gowns to view surgery. We went into 'OR' where Silkman proceeded to show us our kitty's insides while he blamed us for our cat's situation - urinary blockage then said euthanasia was only option. This man is horrible, money hungry, and doesn't care about the animals he treats. If he did, he would've called us at 3am, or simply operated instead of waiting a critical 5 hours letting our baby suffer! Also, if you want to visit a pet, staff throws a fit, gives you dirty looks, and makes you leave after 5 minutes. Staff is almost as evil as doctor - should have seen them getting us to surgery table, they were smiling while my kitty was dying! It's been a few years and I'm shaking writing this, but feel people should know what this place is really like.
Ashton Kovacs
22 Apr 2018
I've been here several times. We come here more often than not. Our visit today was especially good. My dog woke up yesterday morning with a big hard lump on his front right leg. I took him in aft...
I've been here several times. We come here more often than not. Our visit today was especially good. My dog woke up yesterday morning with a big hard lump on his front right leg. I took him in after hours to BluePearl last night, and was told that they wanted to test him for cancer (twice apparently) do blood work, and sedate him for it, which was going to run a tab of over $800. I opted to wait until today and bring him into Jordan River and I am so glad that I did.
Dr. Myrick was great. Very polite, very knowledgeable, and we really liked the way he was with our doggo Biff, who was very very nervous. He checked his joints, asked a lot of questions, explained what he was thinking and what the possibilities were, and decided to take a cell sample with a needle and look at it with the microscope. With this he was able to determine it was very very unlikely cancer, and he diagnosed hygroma. After explaining everything to us we agreed that this made the most sense, and we left feeling relieved and having had a very pleasant experience. We really appreciated Dr. Myrick's "bedside manner" and his way of taking the time to talk with us, ask questions, and explain everything. After all was said and done, we left paying $130 for everything, including him taking the sample, looking at it, and some anti-inflammatory medicine. I feel very happy paying this for the peace of mind I got from the visit. We will definitely be coming back and I would recommend this place to anyone.
Manny Lopez
21 Sep 2017
I have been taking my pups here since I've owned dogs. The staff is always very knowledgeable and friendly. If you want top notch care for your fur babies I would recommend everyone to bring them here...
I have been taking my pups here since I've owned dogs. The staff is always very knowledgeable and friendly. If you want top notch care for your fur babies I would recommend everyone to bring them here.
Leila Mojabi
21 Sep 2017
Love this place! So friendly, affordable, and they genuinely care about your pet!
Jessica Cartwright
21 Sep 2017
Got vaccinations updated for both of our dogs, and the team at VCA was great. They were friendly, prompt, and good with the animals. I will definitely go back for future services.
Steve P.
19 May 2017
Dr. Silkman and his staff have taken care of our pets for 13 years now. That should say it right there. They've helped us through one dog's epilepsy, another dog's serious skin problems (CURED with m...
Dr. Silkman and his staff have taken care of our pets for 13 years now. That should say it right there. They've helped us through one dog's epilepsy, another dog's serious skin problems (CURED with med's from Dr.); and over all special care. Can't see going anywhere else for care.
UPDATE: It's now 16+ years of care for our pets. I've had to see other vets, as emergencies arose and we were traveling. Dr. SIlkman's care is superior to what we've seen elsewhere.
angie wilmington
19 Mar 2017
Highly recommend VCA Jordan River Animal Hospital! The Veterinarian's & staff are absolutely superb. They alway treat our fur babies like their own.
Lynn McAdams
30 Jan 2017
I had to bring my sick Sheltie and my Cherry Head Conure in to see Dr Livecchi. He was GREAT. In one X-ray he found a cancerous turmor in my 12 year old Sheltie. I am broken hearted but I know wha...
I had to bring my sick Sheltie and my Cherry Head Conure in to see Dr Livecchi. He was GREAT. In one X-ray he found a cancerous turmor in my 12 year old Sheltie. I am broken hearted but I know what is wrong. He did not advise expensive treatments and has helped me with loving palative care. During all this my Conure developed a nasty fungal infection. I was told by someone else she had a stroke. Dr Livecchi immediately correctly diagnosed her (she was near death), prescribed meds and she is recovering nicely. Vet care and services are expensive but Dr Livecchi only did what was necessary and didn't waste my time or $$$. I am so grateful to him and his staff for their kindness, professionalism and expertise that I can't recommend them enough!
Mindy Dansie
14 Jan 2016
My dog was run over by a car and I though he was going to have to be put down. I brought him here and the staff immediately took over his care and saved his life. He ended up having to have pins put ...
My dog was run over by a car and I though he was going to have to be put down. I brought him here and the staff immediately took over his care and saved his life. He ended up having to have pins put in his leg and endure 8 weeks of splints and bandages. There were complications and each time the staff helped me through it. I woulnd't hesitate to bring another pet here for an emergency but they aren't cheap. I take my pets somewhere else for routine vaccinations.
Alex Donley
19 Nov 2015
My black lab hadn't had a puppy in over 4 hours so I brought her in, they charged us 50 just to look at her then came back and wanted to do 2 x-rays for $300 and an ultrasound for another 200. We told...
My black lab hadn't had a puppy in over 4 hours so I brought her in, they charged us 50 just to look at her then came back and wanted to do 2 x-rays for $300 and an ultrasound for another 200. We told them to just do an ultrasound and found out there were 2 puppies alive. Instead of offering a calcium shot or something that would help her naturally they told me he could either do a c-section for $1800 or give her some $26 dollar shots to induce contractions. So we did the shots to induce her. We left 300 in the hole and she ended up having the rest of the puppies on her own, but it almost took a whole day after the visit. They didn't even offer to give her anything to boost her energy which is all she really needed they just wanted us to spend spend spend. Quote from the vet "I will do a a c-section if you have the resources" then he went on to say, " I have an appointment I have to get to so we need to decide fast." Thanks for a dead puppy! I will be going to another vet to get the puppies dew claws removed.
Mary Hart
8 Oct 2015
I bring all my cats and dogs to Dr. Silkman. He is the most knowledgeable veterinarian I have ever had the pleasure of dealing with. He truly cares about all my pets and I trust their lives with him. ...
I bring all my cats and dogs to Dr. Silkman. He is the most knowledgeable veterinarian I have ever had the pleasure of dealing with. He truly cares about all my pets and I trust their lives with him. I drive 30 minutes to see him and will never go anywhere else.
Dan Stern
29 Sep 2015
I had my 2 Labradoodle puppies spayed and they came home that evening acting as if nothing had happened, and you could barely notice the incision and sutures on their tummies - we didn't even need a c...
I had my 2 Labradoodle puppies spayed and they came home that evening acting as if nothing had happened, and you could barely notice the incision and sutures on their tummies - we didn't even need a cone on their heads. Doc Silkman does fantastic work and gives our pets awesome care. Thanks Doc.
Cassie Baker
8 Aug 2015
If I could give zero stars I would! This place is horrible, worst experience ever. Took my ten week old puppy in and they put me in a room and took my puppy for 45 minutes while I sat in the room and ...
If I could give zero stars I would! This place is horrible, worst experience ever. Took my ten week old puppy in and they put me in a room and took my puppy for 45 minutes while I sat in the room and listened to them yell at her to be quiet because she was crying. Then they charged me an arm and a leg when they provided no treatment in the end. Don't go here even if it's a weekend find someone else who is open!! Go see Dr. Foster at the Millcreek vet he is worth the drive!
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