About Rivergate Veterinary Clinic
Reviews for Rivergate Veterinary Clinic
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Monday: 8AM - 6PM
Tuesday: 8AM - 8PM
Wednesday: 8AM - 6PM
Thursday: 8AM - 8PM
Friday: 8AM - 6PM
Saturday: 9AM - 5PM
Sunday: Closed
Rivergate Veterinary Clinic is a full-service pet hospital that has provided comprehensive medical services for cats and dogs since 1989. From preventive care and pet dental care to internal medicine and veterinary surgery, their wide range of services can meet all of a pet's health needs in one place. Over the years, the clinic has earned a strong reputation for quality, professional care with a compassionate touch. Whether clients are bringing in their pets for the first time or have relied on the veterinary staff for years, pets are treated as if they were their own. Many clients appreciate the reasonable pricing, with one noting that teeth cleaning costs $500, compared to $1200 at a previous vet. The veterinarians, including Dr. Kavanaugh, Dr. Kaminski, and Dr. Kross, are described as kind, compassionate, and knowledgeable, going above and beyond to provide exceptional care. The front desk staff, including Kim, Alex, and Leo, are praised for their helpfulness and dedication to accommodating patients promptly. Rivergate Veterinary Clinic is highly recommended for its excellent service and caring professionals, who are attentive to the unique needs of different breeds, including French Bulldogs. The clinic is noted for making vet experiences safer and less stressful for pets, such as those who may be fearful or aggressive, ensuring that all pets receive the best care possible.
After months of trying to treat my cat’s strange breathing problems and more recent Horner’s syndrome, I took my cat here for an internal medicine consult with Dr. Ferreri and Alyssa. They were both deeply kind and courteous. They thoroughly examined and explained the existing documentation + considered all the possibilities given my boy’s medical history. Best yet, they explained the reasoning behind treatment decisions both past and present. I found this last bit very reassuring (in spite of my chronic worries as a pet parent). If you’re in doubt, don’t be!! This is definitely the place.
Very good experience few times we visited the clinic. Our cat has been well taken care of at this clinic with good doctors who are patient, through with their checking and vaccinations. Very dependable and gentle with our family member.
Update 1.22.2026:
I just wanted to add an update on here, given we have been with them for last three and half years. I found that Paul and especially Leo who is the admin manager and helps with all the paperwork related to travel and customs was AMAZING at helping us to do paperwork for our cat Karl. Everything was done with good detail and so quickly in time for our travel. I felt Leo was so kind, caring and nice about the...read full review
Absolutely the best experience we could have hoped for.
A bit of background: we brought our cats from Turkey, where veterinary practices are quite different and vets are generally comfortable handling cats even when they freak out. After switching between five clinics in the U.S., this was the first clinic that truly understood cats and knew how to approach them properly. I was exhausted from constantly apologizing for my fur balls’ behavior (despite 400 mg of gabapentin in their veins over 12 hours).
Dr. Tolle and the assisting staff were incredibly professional, patient, and kind. The main reason for our visit was preparing our cats to travel back to...read full review