South Bellmore Veterinary Group Money first, thorough care second.. Bellmore New York

My fianc and I were looking for a vet with a well maintained facility for our 4 month old puppy. We chose South Bellmore as their premises are very clean and the staff courteous. Our first few visits were very much as expected, no problems whatsoever. Then came the spaying...

Our dog had her last checkup approximately 3 weeks before her scheduled spaying, at which point the vet weighed her at approximately 39 pounds. During that same visit we were informed that a $50 surcharge is applied to the spaying of any dog over 50lbs. Much to our surprise we charged the additional $50 after the operation was complete. At which point we asked the vet "She gained over 11 lbs in 3 weeks? Yes, she weighed in at 51 lbs." We found it hard to believe, but OK.

Two days after the spaying the dog starting experiencing constant urination issues, blood and otherwise. Upon taking the dog back to the vet we were told she had a urinary tract infection and were provided with some antibiotics. Upon completion of the antibiotic series issues remained as the dog was leaking urine. We called the vet and they informed us that this was due to muscle strength issues related to the spaying and it would stop over time.

Since then 3 months have passed. We were beginning to think it was a behavioral issue. As the dog's spring checkup approached we decided to try another vet. After the dogs first visit to the new vet, and the return of some test results, we became very angry.

First, at 10 months old the dog weighed 49.6 lbs exactly. She has grown significantly since her spaying and somehow weighs 1.5 lbs less than she did at 6 months old, the time of the operation?

Second, the urinary tract infection persists. It was never resolved properly after the spaying. The dog is now undergoing a more extensive set of antibiotics as to appropriately address the issue.

It's clear that we were taken advantage of and dismissed. I advise anyone in the South Shore area to stay away from this vet. The pet of any loving owner deserves more.

Mike
Lynbrook, New York
U.S.A.