Kinderhook Animal Hospital

Ellie

2022-05

Dr. Christopher Southard is extremely caring, and gentle as is tech team and office staff. Currently treating my 13 yr old diabetic dachshund for glaucoma.

Sarah Donoso

2024-03

Super rude receptionist when I called today. Last appointment there was very rushed and unfriendly. Today was me giving them a second chance. Not going back.

Laura Omalley

2023-05

Old school values of being the local vet, not a corporation. Very experienced, knows his stuff. Staff too. All very caring, nice people. Simply love animals. What more could you ask for. Oh! Reasonable costs. Highly recommended but sadly he's retiring.

Chris Williams

2023-08

Our cat saw Dr. Southard multiple times this year(within the last month as well). We were concerned due to the fact that she was almost 20. We were repeatedly told the cat was fine. No tests were run, and we were given an at home remedy.We had to bring the cat to Latham Animal Hospital where they determined that she was not fine, and riddled with cancer. We had to put her down.We are heart-broken because we wouldn't have let her suffer if we had known. This all seemed very avoidable had proper testing been done.

Pennywise

2024-02

Supposed to be open until 11:30, no one answers the phone and the ER line refers you to Capital District Referral which is full and not taking patients.

Penny Stalker

2022-05

Called on Monday morning when my 18 year old cat seemed to be sick and struggled to eat. They had us come in that day within hours. I was very impressed by the professionalism of the doctor as well as his compassionate staff. Our news was not good and after discussing the options with my daughter and the doctor we made the decision not to make our love of 18 years suffer. We were so impressed by the very affordable cost of immediate appointment, the professional consultation, putting our love of 18 years in a better place and the cremation cost. Very affordable for such professionalism and compassion shown by the doctor as well as his wonderful staff.

Denise Krupa

2019-05

So happy we found Dr. Southard and his wonderful staff. Office is very clean and the staff doesn't rush you. Our pups are very comfortable there.

Amber Smith

2022-05

Yesterday I had to unexpectedly put my furbaby down. It was an awful experience made just a little bit better by the kindness and genuine concern of the staff. My boy hated vets. On the one other occasion we brought him here he was upset at first but the vet handled him with such care and understanding that he wasn't even afraid to walk in yesterday. That's such a testament to how good these people are at their jobs. The vet tech explained to me everything that would happen so sweetly. She even went out of her way to get me an ink pad, cut my boy's nails and shaved his paw so I could have something to leave with. The vet is a great guy, you could tell he cares about every animal that passes through his doors. The look on his face when he saw us in the room with our boy. You could tell it affected him nearly as much as it did us. I cannot recommend this vet enough. They are just good, compassionate people.

Matthew Sanchioni

2024-03

Great vet.Doctor really knows his stuff and he is fair and tries to. resolve a problem without doing costly test.We live 2 miles from another vet but prefer to drive the extra time to see this Doctor and his staff

Jeff Piester

2022-05

Had the most unexpected visit today with a very positive ending. Brought my cat there and just as I was about to open the door and walk in the door on the carrier popped open and my cat ran out. She ran around the back of the hospital and was hiding under a deck. It was much to close to the ground for me to fit in and grab her but am employee from the hospital crawled in and was able to bring her out. She went up and way above the call and I am so thankful that I bring my pets to this practice. I'm not sure of anyone else that would have done this. Kinderhook Animal hospital is the very very best.

Tammy Crawford

2022-05

I'm a little ashamed I never wrote a review before now. Dr. Southard took care of our lab years ago and our beagle Molly for the past 13 years. Molly was our empty nest dog, so she was a bit like an only child. We would call the office about everything! Cassie joined their team several years ago and she and Dr. Southard have always been compassionate, patient and kind. Today our Molly crossed over in our arms in their office. They were so wonderful with us and I know they felt our sadness. I wouldn't go anywhere else.

Marie S

2023-05

I was coming in as a new client/patient with a somewhat urgent matter (my previous vet had recently retired). They got me in quickly. The staff and vet were super friendly.

Kim Hutchinson

2023-05

Awesome vet!! No wait when I arrived, price was fantastic and the staff was very friendly and helpful!! So glad I picked this vet for my new fur baby!!

Susan Crowdy

2023-05

Been using this vet for about 15 years. Dr southard and his entire staff are over the top - competent, kind and caring.

S Heins

2023-05

Friendly staff. Doctor Southard is wonderful, he has been taking care of our family pets for over 25yrs. A lot of knowledge and experience.

Sandy Quirino

2019-05

My Kittty, Eloise is there right now and I must say the Dr. Southard is doing everything he can for her and his team is a sensational team. These people truly care about your feelings and your pet. I would give them 10 Stars if Google would let me. This is a clean and excellent animal hospital. They are all gentle and loving to your Fur baby. No matter what the outcome❤️. They are more affordable than any other vet that I've ever used in the past. I've been here for about 15 years or more and when you find the best you forget the rest. And I have found the best. With brightest blessing and thanks to all at the Staff at Kinderhook animal hospital I thank you for trying to do all you can for my kitty.Sandy Quirino❤️

Tamara Clark

2022-05

Dr Sutherland, my family calls him the gentle giant. He's very caring, like the way things used to be. His staff is just as good. It's worth the trip.

Jessica Hill

2013-05

My family and I got a new puppy (Bailey) the end of October and within days she, of course, had 2 ticks on her one night. We removed them ourselves, but weren't sure if we got the head or had to worry about Lyme. Next morning I called and was giving a same morning appointment. This is my first experience with the Kinderhook Animal Hospital.The lobby area is very clean and doesn't have that "vet" smell. The staff was very friendly and calm, no loud noises and excited talking for Bailey's first ever appointment. The groomer was there (Wednesdays only) so there was some background noise, but nothing like screaming yelping dogs. Mainly clippers, water and a vacuum. Bailey was allowed to explore a bit and get comfortable and then we walked down to the exam room.Dr. Southard was in instantly with his vet tech. The Tech put Bailey on the table and gave her some treats (that I supplied) to make it a good thing to be at the vet. Dr. Southard is not a loud personality, he is calm, quiet and thorough. He determined that we had gotten all the tick heads out but wanted her to be on antibiotic anyway, just in case. I was comfortable asking him questions and got well explained answers in return. He didn't overly pet Bailey, but just enough to comfort her in this new experience.Dr. Southard is a great vet. He knows what he's doing, and does it well and efficiently. He didn't make the experience any more traumatic than necessary. While waiting for some routine test results I realized I had forgotten my wallet (Had the dog, the poo and the treats, but no wallet, shot record or cell phone...priorities LOL). The staff were very accommodating and I ran quickly home, dropped the dog off, grabbed my forgotten things and went back. The test results were back, her medicine was waiting and I was able to ask lots of questions to the vet techs about everything. The bill was also not nearly as bad as I was expecting it to be. I made a follow up to have Bailey's next round of shots (which I was told is only HALF the normal office charge if it's just for immunizations - $22.50 rather than $45).Some other reviews from across the web state that Dr. Southard is cold and unfriendly towards people and animals. I disagree with them wholeheartedly. Dr. Southard is not there to chat with you. He's there to help your critters. He does that well, and offers up information and answers readily. We were in and out the door again in 20 minutes. I will definitely be going back.

Sylke Chesterfield

2016-05

What we appreciate the most about Dr. Southard is that he categorically doesn't try to "upsell" you on stuff your pet doesn't need or would benefit from. (Haven't you been to a vet's office where you were made to feel like you needed to have this or that IN ADDITION to what you came for?. Didn't you feel like you'd be treating your pet like a "red-headed stepchild" if you didn't?) It's really Dr. Southard's no-nonsense attitude and his willingness to engage in a discussion about the pros and cons of any potential treatment or procedure that we truly value.

joe McMillan

2020-05

Very friendly, compassionate folks here very reasonably priced. I could tell that they genuinely cared for the patients as well as for the people residing in the community.

Eileen Hall

2023-05

The staff, and Dr. Southard, are the best!! They all, are so knowledgeable, understanding, and truly love, all animals!!! Thank you, for that.

Robert Griffith

2018-05

The staff was extremely professional and I couldn't ask for better service for my dog. They accounted for all my concerns and made sure to fully diagnose my canine before I left.

Milly Back

2021-05

Great vet, very knowledgeable quiet and calm demeaner with our pets. Reasonable treatment plans...doesn't over prescribe

Buckeyed Jane

2021-05

Excellent honest and LOVING to animals and all! I thank God for such a honest doctor, his staff, and family! Thank you all for year's of wonderful honest service!

Dara Rexhouse

2018-05

Dr. Southard and staff are always friendly, kind and caring to both pet and owner. Prices are reasonable, care is excellent.

Patricia Torcello Catalina

2019-05

Helpful and dedicated staff to your pets' needs, but also for the owner's emotional needs. And I love their kitty that greets everyone!

Alicia Everett

2020-05

Kinderhook Animal hospital has provided excellent service and treatment for our two cats and two dogs. I highly recommend them!

Judy Roth

2020-05

They treat all the animals as if they were their own. No better care anywhere!!!!! The whole staff is wonderful!!!!!

Anthony Rexhouse

2021-05

Dr. Southard is great. He really cares about the animals and he never recommends more treatment than necessary

Scott Longe

2021-05

Great place to take your animals. We've been doing business here for 25 years and wouldn't take our animals anywhere else.