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St. Francis Hospital For Animals

97.32% Ratings based on 1725 Reviews and Surveys on Yelp on Google Maps

Office Information

1191 Montauk Highway
Oakdale, NY 11769

Office Hours

Opening Hours Closing Hours
Monday9:00 AM6:00 PM
Tuesday9:00 AM7:00 PM
Wednesday9:00 AM7:00 PM
Thursday9:00 AM6:00 PM
Friday9:00 AM5:00 PM
Saturday9:00 AM1:00 PM

Review( 459 ) : 576 / 1725

Review by JohnH

My experience was wonderful,

October 22, 2020

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Review By: JohnH

My experience was wonderful, Jennifer was so sweet to Maddie. Thank you

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Review by DebrK

Everyone was great

October 18, 2020

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Review By: DebrK

Everyone was great

Review( 455 ) : 578 / 1725

Review by ReneC

Everyone was amazing, as usual!!!!

October 17, 2020

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Review By: ReneC

Everyone was amazing, as usual!!!!

Review( 454 ) : 579 / 1725

Review by RandB

Always very helpful, friendly

October 17, 2020

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Review By: RandB

Always very helpful, friendly and nice! They made my dog feel comfortable and less anxious about the visit

Review( 452 ) : 580 / 1725

Review by BillH

Given the current COVID concerns

October 14, 2020

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Review By: BillH

Given the current COVID concerns it is understandable that the “in person” component of our visit was not the best. We did ask to meet the Dr. and with little issue we were able to meet Dr. R., the explanation of how the visit would go didn’t mention that the Dr. would be available to meet so we were concerned until someone with better ability to communicate straightened out the situation. So, without complaining I would simply recommend that the receptionist or whomever answers the phone undergo a bit of customer service training to better communicate with customers about your visit process.

Review( 451 ) : 581 / 1725

Review by PattK

I’ve been a patient through

October 14, 2020

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Review By: PattK

I’ve been a patient through many pets since 1978. It’s always worth the distance and the care. The staff and Vet Staff is always professional and the beat! Thank you!

Review( 450 ) : 582 / 1725

Review by MariP

Thank you for the care, and

October 14, 2020

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Review By: MariP

Thank you for the care, and respect of our furbabies. Marion

Review( 446 ) : 583 / 1725

Review by GailK

I am very satisfied with the

October 11, 2020

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Review By: GailK

I am very satisfied with the staff in general but I have not been satisfied with Allison s customer service. I understand that with Covid things are difficult but I do not appreciate the haphazard answers she has given me and this is not my first experience with her. The first time was she told me she emailed a copy of my bill, to date it has never been received and I have checked my spam folder. This past time I asked if I could be put on a waiting list and told not while another receptionist said it was not a problem and was kind enough to call back and give me an appointment with the Vet I preferred. I explained I was in a difficult situation and did not appreciate being told I was only given the medication for 5 days because I was supposed to make a follow up appointment, I would have made it at the time because it is difficult to get an appointment and when you have a dog with diarrhea you cannot wait 2 or 3 days to get in. As it was this happened the day before my husband had major back surgery and why I brought him in for his check up two weeks prior so I could avoid having to bring him in. When I picked up the medicine I was told that if this did not work I would have to bring the dog in and is exactly what I did when it re occured.

Review( 445 ) : 584 / 1725

Review by KimbK

1st visit was excellent.

October 11, 2020

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Review By: KimbK

1st visit was excellent. All staff were very helpful.

Review( 444 ) : 585 / 1725

Review by StevS

Great experience as usual!

October 10, 2020

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Review By: StevS

Great experience as usual!

Review( 439 ) : 586 / 1725

Review by DonnF

During these difficult times

October 06, 2020

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Review By: DonnF

During these difficult times when we have to send our fur babies in without being with them I am an very comfortable knowing that my pet Jack will be kept calm and comfortable while in the care of Dr Parendo. Thank you Dr. Parendo and staff.

Review( 438 ) : 587 / 1725

Review by BriaW

Dr. Parendo and his staff

October 06, 2020

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Review By: BriaW

Dr. Parendo and his staff are the best. Thanks for all you do for Zoey. Have a great holiday season!

Review( 437 ) : 588 / 1725

Review by LeeJ

We were not allowed to enter

October 06, 2020

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Review By: LeeJ

We were not allowed to enter the facility due to precautions for COVID19, but yes in the past the facility was clean.

Review( 435 ) : 589 / 1725

Review by Anonymous

I was very pleased. Dr Polehinke

October 01, 2020

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Review By: Anonymous

I was very pleased. Dr Polehinke was very thorough explaining everything to me. Thank you

Review( 429 ) : 590 / 1725

Review by DenaF

So upset that we are still

September 21, 2020

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Review By: DenaF

So upset that we are still not allowed to accompany our pets. My dog is typically nervous at his visits and without me with him, he was so upset and worked up, he was muzzled. I feel this definitely could’ve been avoided. There are many other offices that I know of that are letting 1 person accompany their pet so I don’t understand why your office is still under this restriction.

Review( 428 ) : 591 / 1725

Review by DanF

The last question does not

September 21, 2020

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Review By: DanF

The last question does not apply as we were not allowed into the office. While I understand the reasoning behind having people stay in the car, I believe it would have been better if one person could accompany their pet and ask questions during the exam.

Review( 424 ) : 592 / 1725

Review by BarbH

Sometimes it is a long wait

September 19, 2020

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Review By: BarbH

Sometimes it is a long wait to get an appt. with Dr. Parendo, but I believe that is because he is good at what he does and that he is worth the wait. My dog has long had problems and my other 2 vets, having since retired, were unable to help him. Dr. Parendo has been able to try different methods to try to help him and I m keeping my fingers crossed.

Review( 423 ) : 593 / 1725

Review by AmyG

Fantastic service, kind, thoughtful,

September 18, 2020

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Review By: AmyG

Fantastic service, kind, thoughtful, knowledgeable Dr. and staff. Thank you.

Review( 422 ) : 594 / 1725

Review by Anonymous

Adopted pet. Don’t feel like

September 17, 2020

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Review By: Anonymous

Adopted pet. Don’t feel like papers presented were fully read

Review( 419 ) : 595 / 1725

Review by AlliE

I love that you guys take

September 14, 2020

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Review By: AlliE

I love that you guys take good care of my cat. You saved his life a few months ago and this past week you helped him stop itching. Thank you so much. allison ehrling

Review( 412 ) : 596 / 1725

Review by PamB

All the staff at St. Francis

September 10, 2020

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Review By: PamB

All the staff at St. Francis are phenomenal. They go the extra mile each time I interact with them. Sam is especially caring, helpful and professional with Shea. Always request her to be with him. The administrative staff are smart and helpful. So professional. Yesterday was Sheas first appointment with Dr. Rufralo. She Took the time to explain everything to me and I feel better equipped to handle his minor issue. Dr. Rufralo also called me tonight with results. All good by the way. I love St. Francis Hosputal for Animals!

Review( 408 ) : 597 / 1725

Review by CrisT

Loved the new system it was

September 06, 2020

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Review By: CrisT

Loved the new system it was so much easier for me with kids not having to go in ??

Review( 403 ) : 598 / 1725

Review by RobeP

Doctor and staff were great.

September 01, 2020

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Review By: RobeP

Doctor and staff were great. Unfortunately I had to make it an urgent visit, paid a higher fee and waited a long time but my pet was cared for well.

Review( 402 ) : 599 / 1725

Review by KathH

Unfortunately I was unable

August 30, 2020

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Review By: KathH

Unfortunately I was unable to answer the questions, but I would like to say that all questions 1-6 value were excellent. I would also like to add that I am extremely grateful that I was able to get an appointment thru urgent care. Thank you to very much.

Review( 401 ) : 600 / 1725

Review by BarbL

Everything was excellent and

August 30, 2020

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Review By: BarbL

Everything was excellent and I gave you all 5s but I don t know if they showed up. We only trust Dr. Parendo and his staff. We feel that Rosie is completely safe while being cared for at St. Francis Animal Hospital. It was a bit unnerving to not be with her, though I hope the COVID-19 is gone soon so we can be with her on her next visit.