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Bayside Animal Clinic

3643 Bell Blvd

Bayside, NY 11361
(718) 224-4451
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Dr.Charos-BEWARE of bayside animal clinic in queens, ny

I took my parrot to Bayside Animal Clinic in queens b/c he was breathing heavy and not acting normal. The vet told me "you're bird is dying, you must of read the symptoms on the internet". "He's on his last days."I was shocked b/c I had no idea how sick my bird was. I thought he would give him antibiotics. I didn't know that my parrot was that sick. I started tearing up. Dr. Charos suggested to keep him at the valley stream clinic for 48 hours at least. Total Bill would be close to $1000. I couldn't have imagined how expensive that would be, I don't have that much money. I told the nurse I couldn't afford it and she then said, you can apply for care credit. I said that I didnt have that much money. The nurse then asked me, what can you afford? Weird huh? They tried giving me a bargain discount of $300 for antibiotics and a culture. As I glanced at the bird cage, I saw that my bird was getting even sicker and closing his eyes. I had a bad feeling inside and knew he was dying. Dr. Charos and the nurse insisted on the clinic and tests. He knew the parrot would die, he's a doctor, of course he knew, but he tried taking my money first and saying that my parrot should be sent to the clinic. Then they tried to make me feel bad by saying that if you pay us $300 Donation, we will take the bird in and treat him and find a good home for him. since I didn't want to take care of him!!!! Can you beleive that??? What heartless people! I said NO, he's my bird! And after the nurse gave me an attitude and tried to convince me that these are the typical fees for treating parrots, she still insisted that I wouldn't take good care of him on my own. I get the rates and fees, but inside I knew something was wrong. They were not being honest with me. I decided to pay the $300 for the meds and culture... Minutes later. Dr Charos performed the culture and my bird screamed and seconds later died instantly. My parrot was very weak and any sort of tests would of accelerated his death. Dr. Charos should have been honest and could of told me to take my parrot home, that he would not make it. INSTEAD, he wanted my money ($1000) for a parrot he knew deep inside was going to die. Come on, he's been a Vet for how long? Over 10 years?? Unbeleivable. On top of that he said all you have to pay is $65 for the consultation after my bird died at the vet. They collected my money and said so sorry about your parrot, bye. I was crying the whole time. If he wasn't so money hungry and a good person, he would of just told me that it was just too late to save my bird. He never said that. He wanted my money! I felt soooo bad. Please choose your Vet with care and investigate his background. Dr Charos was dishonest. He made me think he would help save my parrot, but deep down he knew that my bird would die within hours. He is an experienced doc and must of seen cases as severe as mine. Dr. Charos and his staff just made me feel horrible and taking him to this vet,accelerated my parrot's death. He would of been better off if I would of kept him at home with me and I could of properly sad my goodbyes to him. I would never go back to this clinic. They dont care about your pets at all!

Posted by farrah on July 09, 2009

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DO NOT take your pet here!

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I bought a puppy from Vanity Pups and they throw in "a deal" w/the purchase of your dog that you get free shots & free vet visits for the first 15 or so days of having the new pup. Well the day after I bought my puppy I brought her in b/c she was sneezing and coughing. They diagnoised her w/kennel cough. After they checked her out, the vet prepared a shot and gave it to my puppy. I assumed... more

Posted by NYCLove2324 on August 31, 2009

Dr.Charos-BAYSIDE ANIMAL CLINIC! BEWARE

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Posted by nyc9002 on July 05, 2009

Disgrace! The greediest vet I have ever met!!

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I came here to spay my dog, I had bought a muffin certificate, muffins . org , which basically means that operation costs were covered. I had once used this certificate and ended up not paying any additional fees. The minute I walked in the door the vet didn't stop offering to do any procedure in book such as dental procedures (that the dog doesn't need since I already took her to an honest... more

Posted by assafkar on April 13, 2009, (Edited March 09, 2009)

What a disgrace

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We've been there a number of times because the place we got our puppy said we'd get free shots. Well, that's not true, they charge for every damn thing under the sun. First, we took him for his first vet visit. Got all the shots for which we paid the full amount for. They then hawked a bag of food, and some other things for the dog we didn't need on us. After his (assumed) routine weekly... more

Posted by ljfan2 on April 13, 2009, (Edited February 08, 2009)

THE WORST ANIMAL HOSPITAL IN QUEENS

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I had brought my cat to Bayside, Animal Clinic to get her teeth cleaned and was told she would have to get test's done before going under anesthesia. Well the tests were done but no-one ever bothered to look at them until after she was pronounced dead. When I had called to see how she was doing, the nurse asked me why I was calling, not knowing that my cat was under respiratory distress at... more

Posted by theger on April 13, 2009, (Edited January 22, 2009)

My puppy was very sick and they sent her home...twice!

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I am not a happy customer and my puppy has paid the price! Dr Charo...cleared my puppy to be sold from Vanity Pups on 11/21/08, two days later I had to bring by puppy to Bayside Animal Clinic to be checked out because she was listless, not eating, had "the run s" and a runny nose. Dr Charo sent her home with antibiotics. A few days after that I had to bring her back again because she still... more

Posted by yakyak70 on April 13, 2009, (Edited December 01, 2008)

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Pat B.

Whitestone, NY
1 star rating11/18/2008
Got a great dog here, very cute curly haired Cockapoo puppy,looked like a mini sheep dog. Price ok for Bayside but no bargain. Very nice informative saleswoman. Helpful in first few days with new owner questions. Dog came with a grooming discount so I brought it back after some months (it's hair was matted). I asked Michael to keep the dog... more

Posted by PGB3 on April 13, 2009, (Edited November 18, 2008)

Great experience

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I took my sick kitten in with very little notice. There was a kind of long wait, but the staff members were all very nice and helpful. The vet was professional and knowledgeable. My kitten is now doing so much better.

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+ friendly staff, effective treatment

Cons

- long wait

Posted by laurier444 on April 13, 2009, (Edited September 22, 2008)

great vets that truely care

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First off I have been a client for 16 plus years and can not thank them enough. CVA provides 24 hour care @ their Valley Stream location with an actual doctor caring for the patients.[ this is rare and unheard of in our area ] Unfortunately we have had to use the emergency service many times and is how I found them in the first place. The facility and staff have always been incredible. I highly... more

Posted by pettrain on April 13, 2009, (Edited May 29, 2008)

Your Pet's DEATH TRAP

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When i bought my Puggle @ Vanity Pups (a pet store one block from Bayside Animal Clinic that have deals with eachother). He was throwing up every single day, including the day that we got him. He was throwing up almost 8 times a day, without fail. We brought him to Bayside Animal Clinic. There, he was supposed to have his "Free visit" courtesy of Vanity Pups...but i ended up paying $90 for some... more

Posted by NipsFromNyc on April 13, 2009, (Edited April 27, 2008)

BEWARE!! HORRIBLE VETERINARY PRACTICE!!!!

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If you are a pet owner, PLEASE, PLEASE do not bring your pet to Bayside Animal Clinic. Its not fair that people and their animals have to consistently learn the hard way that this is a horrible business that offers the very worst of pet care at the very highest price. They certainly overcharge - but frankly that is the least of their problems. Bayside Animal Clinic is hand-in-hand with an awful... more

Posted by thelookout on April 13, 2009, (Edited October 14, 2007)

Outrageous fees!

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I have brought my cat here for the past nine years, but I have to say that I am fed up with their fees. I have never had a problem with the vets, who I have found for the most part to be adequate. However, I never leave their office with a vet bill that is less than $400 for a routine check up and shots. Recently, I brought my cat in after he had an upset stomach and loose stool. They gave him... more

Posted by ksottolano on April 13, 2009, (Edited August 14, 2007)

HORRIBLE! PLEASE AVOID THIS PLACE (better for your pets and wallet)!

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This clinic performs UNCESSESARY PROCEDURES and OVERCHARGES!
Went to this clinic as an emergency (since my vet was closed) for a laceration on my dog and the vet recommended he be admitted into the clinic and needed to be put under general anesthesia for sutures. I refused his recommendation since I was going to go see my original vet the next morning, so the vet placed a bandage over his... more

Posted by mk0 on April 13, 2009, (Edited June 04, 2007)

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