Reviews of Ark Animal Hospital PA (Veterinarian)

1011 6th Ave N, Surfside Beach, SC 29575

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REVIEWS OF Ark Animal Hospital PA IN South Carolina

Ron Knull

We are a retired couple from Canada that live in Murrells Inlet for 4-5 months each year and have done so for over a decade. Our 3rd family member, Addie, who is a beagle mix, has required medical attention several times over the years and Ark has always taken great care of her! The staff seem to genuinely love animals and the doctors have always given us a number of options, each being thoroughly explained, for treating our pet with the final choice of treatment being ours to make. Everyone is professional and compassionate. I was at the clinic yesterday to pick up medication for Addie's ears and almost lost it when I saw the candle they have which is lit when a loved companion has passed away. We have our regular vet back in Canada and, while he provides the same professional standard of care, Ark shows love and compassion! You can't put a monetary value on that!

Jessie Bradwell

At first I loved this place, but not only did they charge us for things they shouldn’t have, they sent us all around town trying to get a medication for our dog they had the WHOLE TIME. We took our dog in on Tuesday for diarrhea, they gave us bland food and injected him with fluids, we took him back in on Thursday because he wasn’t getting better, they did blood work and everything was fine, we gave them a stool sample they didn’t use, they told us he was fine and he needed bland food, we INSISTED they do more tests, they gave him an x-ray (came back fine) and then finally did a stool sample (which we told them to do first and they didn’t listen) turns out our poor baby had parasites, he could have DIED if we didn’t insist on these tests. We then argued that we shouldn’t have to pay for the x-rays and they made us pay anyways. It would be different if they did the stool sample first like we ASKED. After, they gave us a prescription and told us to go to a feed store to get it.. no one had it AT ALL, not even Petsmart or Petco so then they told us to see if other vets had it, once we called around and no one had it, we called back and MAGICALLY they have the medication we need. We will NOT be back here and I suggest you find another vet as well.

Kevin Spencer

Had to take my dog here while I was on vacation and they squeezed us in right before they closed. Very friendly staff. Nice Dr. I can't rate anything else but we had good service.

kristin marsella

Jokatt 01

They were so good to my dog! Staff friendly

C L

Good services, good price.

victor kraft

Wesley Tyler

Cat Nip

Dr. Jansky went over and above to treat my bearded dragon for an emergency. No one else in the area was willing to treat his condition. Don't know what we would have done without her!

Amy McCaskill

Love these ppl.

Jerry Barrick

The best veterinary clinic at the beach

Renee Stevenson

Very friendly staff, Dr. Jansky is the best !

sandra lagasse

Very pleased with how they take care of my parrot Piper

Michele M

Caring and reasonable prices

Keenya Newman

They truly try to help and make your pet feel loved. R.I.H my Pecious Newman

Buddy Leonard

Now after 15 years of seeing our dog it is now hard to get an appointment that is within 4 days

Yuvonne Williams- Barrucci

I love how the doctors and staff care for my furbaby.

Jessica Cox

I brought my 2.5 year old dog in Wednesday before 6pm because I believed he had suffered a seizure. The doctor examined my dog and drew blood. I was told I would receive a call with the results by Friday at the latest. It’s 10 minutes before closing on Saturday. I’ve called twice today, and only spoken to Sally. First call I was told she would send a reminder to the doctor, second call I was told “no call backs were made today.” I explained that I was disappointed since I paid for a service. She said she would pass the message on the the manager and then corrected herself stating owners. I paid for bloodwork and have not received the promised results. I can not recommend Ark Animal hospital.

Charles Ashworth

Great place, great staff

Melissa Bennett

I took my puppy there who was 3 months old, they got me right in however when they seen her they took her back and came back with the worse news ever she had parvo. I have had dogs all my life and none of my dogs have ever gotten this horrible disease. They told me to take her to the emergency clinic after I was charged 40.00 because they wouldn't keep or take her in as a patient. I get to the emergency clinic 950 up front or put her to sleep so I chose to save her. Left her at the emergency clinic for 2 days to get treated, then picked her up Monday morning, Ark called me to bring her in and they would take care of her for 180.00 a day nope you snubbed me to begin with not coming back. Got a hold of a great vet not only who took care of her but also made sure I understood what was going on and what steps would be taken. I was called every hour and they told me its a long process and it takes time. Ark didn't want me to give her time they just wanted my money. Never again will I ever use them and I have used them for years since I was a young kid. Be careful using them after 20 years of using them I have learned that I have spent way to much money with them and I could have lost my puppy taking her 45 minutes out to another vet when they could have taken care of her just as well.

Alice Flanders

Great place. No stress for our pup.

Susan Gray

K Metallo

Great place for my pups!

David Shuler

My fiance had to put her dog down the other day and that was one of the most painful thing she's ever had to go through. They were very kind, very professional, helpful and respectful. I would definitely use them again.

William Blyth

Helen Sue King

SaltLifeChick

If you get the right vet and can make an appointment, you're good. I had an incredible vet that was with me and my cat when I found out her many illnesses, gave the proper meds and was kind all the way to the end. I would suggest these expand or stop taking in any more customers, wait times are long if you're a "fit in" people with dogs ALWAYS sit in the cat section (can't blame the people, but the staff should say something, as cats are usually afraid of dogs) More vets needed, more room needed as well. The dogs need to be separated from the cats.

dehlirium

Thank you Ark for seeing my sick bunny even though you were completely booked! She wasn't eating or drinking and a very nice vet tech helped force feed her. She also got some fluids and pain meds, and was sent home feeling much better. Even though the place was packed, my bun got help very quickly which could be a matter of life and death when it comes to these delicate creatures. Thank you again for saving her!

Rhonda Huskins

We love our Veterinarian, Dr. Andrews. She's so kind always to our 5# Maltese, SugarBaby. Such a sweet lady.

Nadia Viegas

Jana Dunovan

Joe Levine

Great vet

Gil Ronayne

The vets are nothing but nice however the front desk staff is extremely rude. We were late to an appointment because our cat was vommitting before the appointment. We tried calling four times and they did not answer but ridiculed us for being late.

Betty Roakes

Wonderful staff, great vets!

Jennifer Wulff

Melissa Dragomer

Friendly caring staff

Cynthia Bivens

Dr. Jansky is the most awesome vet and is so good with explaining everything. They are a great place to take your pets, birds, cats, dogs, etc.

Patty Martens

Wonderful staff. They are so good with my first baby. Facility is very clean.

Rick Kosick

Took injured bird here that I found on beach. They took it in, and cared for it to be released. Didn't ask for money... I was going to donate but didn't have cash on me.

Kristen Trevey

Great rabbit-savvy vet for the Myrtle Beach area! I've had less-than-stellar experiences at other places. I've seen her mishandled by ignorant techs & been told by a vet that I should start looking for a new rabbit, since she's old (this was two years ago!). Not here! Dr. Jansky was obviously knowledgeable & experienced with rabbits. She was gentle and efficient, doing little things during the exam to minimize stress on Lupe. I left feeling like we were on the same page and that I could rest easy knowing my beloved 10yo pet bunny was properly evaluated for wellness. The prices are very reasonable and staff are friendly. This is a great place! Thank you Ark AH.

Judy Sims

We were here on vacation and had an issue with one of our pets. These guys were very helpful and worked with our family vet to take care of our baby. We weren’t charged an outrageous fee either! We are very grateful. Their staff was extremely friendly and helpful.

Brittany Kropp

I called today to see if there was any chance at all that I could get my sick kitten in to be checked out. I'm a new client and they were completely booked for the day but told me I could bring my little guy in and they would squeeze me in between appointments. Once we got there we only had to wait about 10 minutes to be seen and the entire staff was so friendly and kind throughout our entire visit. They took their time with us even though we didn't have an appointment and they were very affordable with no emergency appointment fees or anything despite our very last minute call. I will definitely be bringing the rest of my fur babies here!

Em Butler

Greg Snyder

Reid Stephens

I brought my hedgehog to them since no other vet near me would see her. The first day they did a few tests but were unable to draw blood without sedating her so we had to just come back the next day so they would be able to keep her for the afternoon. I called often to see is she was okay and they were always super pleasant. When I came to pick her up they did a great job explaining what was normal and what was off able her blood work (it was because her former owners fed her a terrible diet by the way). They told me what I would need to do to keep her healthy and happy and told me that she'd have to stay extra warm because of the imbalances. After our visit we got a lot of stuff to help keep her cage warm and adjusted her diet and she bounced right back to normal! I was very pleased with how good they were to my little her and to me.

Kenneth Stitely

Nicole Witkowski

Morgan T

Mary Jarvis

So happy to find a place that will take injured birds..

Clinton Kegel

Very caring staff. Took us as a walk in. Vet was able to identify our dog's problem and get us the right help.

June Johnson

Been bringing my pets here for 20 years

Matthew Vitale

Took a while to be seen with not many people in the waiting room. Sold us flea meds for our dogs that did not work.

Joann Taylor

Treat my dog as if it were their own

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J G

We had 2 cats pass away in one week - which was an extremely sad/tough event for us. Instead of being caring and compassionate, it was made a horrible experience. One of the times we sat in a freezing cold room for 3.5 hours, acknowledged only to sign forms, asked twice to pay the bill by the front desk guy before the cat had even passed, and were not able to hold the cat when she was put to sleep. The second cat was apparently temporarily "misplaced" while in the crematorium. We have no idea if it is actually our cat in the misspelled big-mac type container he was returned to us in. (they use Eskew Pet Mortuary, fyi.) The whole thing was a miserable experience and I would not recommend them to anyone.

Ahava Rose

I love Dr. Andrews ♥️ She has been the best vet ever for my dogs. Her diagnosis has been spot on every time. She is also very kind and genuinely cares about the animals. She takes her time with you and will answer your questions. One example - After spending a lot of time, money, injections and medicine at another vet in Murrells Inlet trying to figure out why one of my dogs was scratching, itching and miserable, Dr. Andrews knew the reason right away. She did a blood allergy test ( the other clinic wouldn't do) which revealed my pet was allergic to several foods most often contained in pet food. These foods were eliminated immediately and I could see a change in my dog within 24 hours. He has been great ever since. Also, she does not do unnecessary testing, such as x-rays, blood testing, etc. if not needed.

Mark Coburn

Doctors are good, medical service was good. however, the business practices of this hospital lacks ethics, honesty,or the desire to correct any wrong doing.office staff is very rude. our cat whiskers needed emergency surgery on friday for bladder blockage. doctor met with us and explained that he would be kept for a few days, i told doctor that would be fine as i would be out of town on the weekend anyways. All was well until office staff calls at 4pm on saturday to rudely explain we HAD to pick up whiskers and transfer to another hospital as they were closed Sunday. i explained i was out of town and had discussed with the doctor. Staff "didnt know what to tell me". I called wife and explained situation, she transported Whiskers to other hospital to pay additonal $629 per day for observation. Absolutely pitiful business practice. This was a very embarrassing situation, please be very aware.

Christine Zois

Well, hopefully the ignorant vet named Kevin Smith is no longer practicing, or better yet has properly educated himself on FIV and Feline Aids. He thought I was stupid enough to follow his suggestion back in April 2012, to euthanize Squeeky, an fiv positive cat, advising me incorrect and inappropriate information; that an fiv + cat could not live in a home with other non fiv cats. This level of veterinary care needs to be eliminated from the world of animal welfare and hopefully this looser is no longer working here in Horry County, where great vets are far and few in between to start with. Especially the ones who push the vaccinations and sell Science Diet and Royal Canin to keep pets in constant need of vet care and $ coming in the front door. Sad.

mary

Brought my baby rabbit in to get a tick removed, they were really kind and did it immediately, then the vet tec gave me a lot of helpful advice on taking care of young rabbits. They also didn’t charge me for the tick removal :)

Chris M

My Jack Russell got some kind of digestive infection right at rent week so money was tight. The vets were extremely helpful and instead of running a bunch of tests they systematically treated Nala gave some antibiotics for me to administer and luckily it worked . Cost to fit us in $50 cost for meds and special dog food $30 . So $80 kept our furbaby in our lives a while longer. Thanks Ark!

Lindsay Sherrill

My family has been coming to Ark Animal since 1989. They are a trusted vet.

Charles Collins

Great place a family member that walks on four legs the staff takes great care with your pets

Lisa Campo

Emily Brahler

Been talking my babies here since we moved to the beach 13 years ago and wouldn't dream of going elsewhere! We've seen a variety of doctors over the years and we've loved them all. Everyone here understands that your furbabies are family!

Jen Coleman

pe sullivan

very good caring people, we have been using them for 15 or 16 years....would not take "The Boyz" any where else.

Dennis Johnson

Took great care of chihuahua Toby. Knee still giving him trouble after being attacked by two big dogs.

AW Inabinette

I have been using Ark Animal Hospital for about 27 years! They have been our vet for a number of pets, both dogs and cats. They have also taken several wild creatures into their Noah program for us.They are always caring and compassionate; always professional. I have had to wait at times, but never for an emergency. In an emergency situation they are right there---offering immediate help. All of the vets are top notch and the staff is polite and friendly. I would highly recommend The Ark for new residents and to visitors to our area. As far as I know, their Noah Program is the only one of it's kind in the area. They offer assistance to injured strays and rescued wild animals.

drradd

Have gone here for 10+ years, 15+ animals, no fish. Reasonably time efficient, but can wait sometimes. Drs are good, and gentle.

Mary Byrley

Dr. Jansky is wonderful for exotic animals and all animals. A very business veterinary clinic and often have to wait even with an appointment. But I would still recommend them highly.

Shade Gillians

Always take care of my pets and the prices are helpful

baybay sings

When my dog hurt his foot we brought him here. They are amazing! Especially the prices compared to other vet clinics, which is one of the many reasons I love them. You and your pet get fantastic service for not the much. I highly recommend them.

jennie Sheppard

Love Dr. Janskey . She is great with my dwarf rabbit and cat. She keeps you well informed and you can tell she sincerely cares about the animals.

Lucia Pope

My regular vet recommended this to me a few years ago since I was traveling. Both my yorkies got real sick...I called they worked them in and I was so pleased with the service on both of them. Had to call back about one of them the dr called back and advised what to do. Wonderful vet. Staff and Doctor were professional and very kind. This is my beach vet from now on

Karin Holt

This review does not come without weeks of thought and consideration. I have been a customer for 9 years. One of my older dogs had an onset of what seemed like seizure activity and vomiting. The staff told me to come in straight away as the vomiting could be dehydrating her. Once I arrived at the office, I sat for three hours before I finally went back to the front counter to insist that they bring my dog back for some fluids. At that time, we found out that she was experiencing vestibular disease. They did some bloodwork and prescribed medicines. She improved slightly but was still very ill so they re-prescribed her medicines. My dog continued to have difficulty eating, drinking, and walking. She was still vomiting and dizzy. I then brought my dog back in as a follow up. At that time, they never informed me of her bloodwork results nor did they take any other approach to take care of her not wanting to eat or drink except for more medicines. She became extremely dehydrated and I could not get anyone to call me back just one day after I had visited for the second time. I finally decided to go to another local vet who fit us in immediately and started her on an at home fluid treatment. The new vet figured out that the vomiting was caused by an upset stomach from the antibiotics and gave her a shot of antibiotics in order to help with the stomach issues. Vomiting stopped. They talked to me about syringe feeding and constant fluids under the skin. They even taught us how to do it at home to save daily trips into the office and to save us money. Although I don’t think she will fully recover, she is living a more comfortable life and has put on weight. After constant phone calls to Ark and messages of disappointment that the vet I had been seeing for nine years had not returned our calls, I finally received a phone call back. At this point, it was too late and I had switched my animals to a different vet. During this fiasco- I had another older dog that was seen on May 13 for her annual visit and follow up blood work because of a past draw showing signs of kidney disease. It has been almost 4 weeks and I never received a phone call on this blood draw either. When I do not hear from the doctors office on a blood draw, I would assume that everything was fine. However, my dog started to have shaking episodes today and I needed to rush her to the new vet. I then realized that Ark never sent me her blood results nor did they call me. I felt it necessary that I call and ask them if they would fax it over to us so we could see the markers on these tests. At this visit with the new vet, I have now found out that my dog is in advanced kidney failure. This is not something that could have been prevented but the fact that no phone call had been made to me for four weeks to prepare me for what was happening is unacceptable. Rather I decided to leave that office or not, they got paid to do a blood draw and to provide results to me. I have recommended Ark to several people over the years. I am unsure what is going on with them lately but I know for a fact that the attention and service is not the same. The only thing that I can conclude is that they are too busy and cannot keep up with the patient load. At some point, they need to close out new patients like family doctors would. The overload is causing a lack of customer service and attention to the animals. Again, this review did not come without deep thought and consideration. I have never given a bad Google review on any local business. However, I felt it necessary that people are aware that they need to make sure to follow up on any testing that their animal has done. The fact that I have been a customer for several years and they failed to contact me on blood results for two different dogs within a month of each other is completely unacceptable. I truly hope that the manager in charge of the office takes this review and uses it to find solutions to correct the lack of communication and follow up.

Paige Oakley Anderson

ALways amazing customer service, the NOAH program is incredible and the care of all the staff is not like any other vet around. I adopted a baby squirrel and I just love this place!

Debbie DeSantis

Thank you, to Dr. Jansky, and all the staff, at the hospital. Because of all of you, my Dale is still with us. You also took care of my cat, Chip, as well. You are all very professional, kind, caring and understanding! There is no other place that I would ever bring my fur babies! ❤

Cessa Davis

Dr. Wimpee is the best rabbit vet in Horry County! She is a very caring and knowledgeable vet and has taken excellent care of Miss Bunny! I wouldn't take Bunny anywhere else (& I did before I knew about Ark)!

Derek, Gergley

Horrible staff. Waiting time is ridiculous. Didn't let me go in with my dog. Probably paid them money for something they didn't even do. NEVER going there again.

Heather Fuller

Ark has been our Shih tzu vet since about last August. Bella just had female surgery, and of course mama was so worried. But Ark was wonderful with her and us. Great people and they really care about your fur babies. Thanks Ark Animal hospital. Heather Fuller

Erica Kerr

Best vet clinic in the area and the only clinic worth visiting if you keep exotics.

Kathy Hodum

Jay Oh

They did the best care of my lovely doge until the doge died... I miss my doge so much...

Judy Reynolds

Ben Hinman

Came in for my dog who was attacked by some sort of wild animal. Because we didn't have a appointment we had to wait almost 2 hours so the people getting shots could go before us. Don't come here inless you have a appointment.

Paul Sansbury

Angela Lackey

Stephanie Western

Teresa Paul

They care and I have been to them for not only my dogs but for birds and other sick or hurt animals. Really appreciate all they do.

Karen Rabon

Knowledgable friendly staff

James Starnes

Susan Tomko

The best animal hospital on the strand! Amazing Veterinarians. Wonderful staff. Great prices. My dog KJ loves it here! Thanks, Ark!

Cheryl Luciano

Not fancy but most important good care

Robin Fernandez

New to SC from Phoenix and Ark Animal Hospital is over booked, dirty and very unorganized. They would not trim my 13 year old sheltie's toe nails because I did not have their rabies info from Az. If my old dogs had rabies, I think we all would know!! They also took over 7 days to contact me to tell me about my cat's biopsy on his ear. I had to call them and demand a phone call back. Ark Animal Hospital is not the place I would recommend!

Gary Erculiani

Great place the best

Robert Ennis

Alexandra Burd

This place is amazing! My cat's lower tooth was hanging out of his mouth this morning after a rough play session with my other cat. I had to wait a bit to be seen but it was definitely worth it! Dr. Andrews was incredible and was able to extract the tooth very quickly. She gave my cat an antibiotic shot and another shot for the pain. All for less than $100. My cat is just as happy as ever! All of the staff were so friendly and helpful as well. Thank you so much to all of you! Will be returning for regular check-ups for sure!

Joanne Barker

Boyd Neeley

All the staff are very helpful and seem to genuinely care about your pet and you. They're empathetic and acknowledge your concern about "your family member" Also, I believe for the level of care they provide, their prices are very reasonable. However, I recently (2/2018) tried another vet down the road. They figured out what was wrong with my cat and didn’t send me home with hard pills that we were supposed to give our cat

Gilbert Quigley

very nice place to take pet

Susan Merryman

We've had nothing but good experiences at Ark. Their prices are very good compared to what we paid in the Washington, DC area. We have 3 dogs and 2 cats with Ark!

John Korschen

The best vet in the area. Great prices on prescription cat food and dog food. A caring staff with caring vets. They are not out to kill your bank account like most vets are. We brought our cat there three times and each time we've had a great experience. The vet gave us great details about what was wrong with our cat and gave us the medicine to take care of it, and our cat got better each time. They also have a deal on food you have to pay a little bit but you get a free case of food each three or four you buy. Which in the end even beats PetSmart and other big box pet stores.

AnnMarie Saunier

They are a true blessing. Always diagnose correctly.

messy buns

I have been bringing my dogs to Ark for 15 yrs and I WILL NEVER RETURN TO ARK ANIMAL HOSPITAL AGAIN!!! I recently had to make the unfortunate decision to put my beloved dog Mandi down because she had cancer. I feel that I have been taken advantage of.In a months time, we saw 4 Vets, spent thousands of dollars, took countless xrays and tests and each visit the vet said " maybe it's this, let's try these very expensive meds and if she doesn't improve bring her back, which we did for a month, while Mandi was in tremendous amount of pain the whole time. I finally make another appointment and fortunately we get to see a different vet that had just been filling in. She examines Mandi, leaves the room to go look at the xrays & tests that were done by the previous vets, and within 10 minutes comes back in and tells us Mandi has spinal cord cancer & she will most likely need to be put down because it wasn't caught early enough for treatment. So, if the vets had told me a month before, she may have been able to be saved? Now how can she look at the very same xrays & tests and know right away its cancer? I'll tell you why...all the other vets cared about was $! I wish I could remember that Vets name to thank her for her honesty & compassion during a very difficult time. Now I want to say to the billing person, named Carol, you are very rude, incompetent, inconsiderate & immature. I do NOT appreciate the way you talked to me at a very difficult time for me. I do not appreciate you lying to me, I have bank statements to prove it. YOU ARE ONE OF THE MAIN REASONS I WILL NEVER RETURN THERE AND I WILL MAKE SURE EVERYONE KNOWS IT!

bridget keeser

Great folk. Take good care of your loved one.

Carla Weaver

Caring staff, took my cat there after a night in the Animal emergency hospital. Took great care of him !!

Matthew Parent

Best place to go when you have an animal who doesn’t feel well the last time I was here was with my wife and our cat Gandalf he was not feeling well and they took excellent care of him. They also understood our financial situation and worked with us. These people are very friendly and kind to the pet parents and patients. I would love to give this place a 10 but I can only rate it a 5 kudos to the staff

Janis Kniley

Had a sick puppy and not a current client of Ark. They were very accommodating and fit Royce in. The wait was not long, the staff was pleasant and the Dr. was very good! After the exam he explained what was going on and gave me the necessary medications to alleviate Royce's discomfort. All at a very reasonable price and in a reasonable amount of time.

Fred Board

Slow with a three hour waiting time. We won't be back.

Dee Clark

Best animal docs in the area! I travel from Conway just to see Dr Kelly! She's been wonderful, and the staff are always happy to help. Very busy practice.

Michelle Cooper

Great service & reasonable prices.

Rich Shroyer

Absolutely the worst experience I have ever had on 9/30/19. First, let me start by saying I used Ark Animal for thirteen (13) years prior to this experience. I was on the fence with Ark during the last three years before my last furry family member passed away. On 9/30/19, Arrived with our 3 1/2 month old puppy, Millie. We (my wife and I) were there to get her last set of shots and to get some info on our puppy having diarrhea. We were “walk-in’s” so I knew we would wait at least 1 -2 hours. As the hours ...”hours” passed, our puppy was becoming more ill. The lady came out and wanted to collect a urine sample so we went outside, but she kept shoving a ladle under our puppy the entire time she was outside. My puppy would not use the bathroom while she was doing this. The lady said we would try a little later. We went back inside and waited another hour. By then, Millie needed to go out bad. My wife told the lady that we were going out and to bring whatever she needed to collect urine sample. I held my puppy the entire time and as I walked out the door, she vomited her breakfast meal all over the walkway area. We told them immediately! , no one came. The lady never came outside to get urine sample. After returning back inside, we told them again about the vomit and nothing was done. Two people and their pets walked through it and we told them again! (Three times) .... they still did nothing. I had to tell people to pick up their pets and walk around the vomit for another two (2) hours. After five (5) hours sitting in the waiting room, the vet tech called Millie’s name! But Only to tell us that we were still on the list to be seen. We immediately told her that our puppy started vomiting and she then ask if we collected a sample of her diarrhea while we were waiting...Umm ... no. She left and returned with gloves and a cup and told me to scoop up what Millie did almost two hours earlier. Um.. no. That’s unprofessional seeing how other dogs have Urinated and pooped in the same area within 30 minutes where my puppy went. The vet tech than became angry and told us that shots will not be done because our puppy is sick. No diagnosis was given at all with proof, just “she’s sick”. - unprofessional. After five and a half hours (5 1/2) sitting in the waiting room, my wife and I called another vet and they were Very concerned with the symptoms our puppy was having. We walked out of Ark Animal without ever being seen. The techs didn’t see us leave and never called to at least apologize. During five and a half hours of waiting, I watched conversations between the techs and others with pets complaining about shots that they did not ask for but was being charged and other issues. They showed absolutely No compassion and ignored the vomit at the door (which Multiple people and pets had walked through by now) They are only in it for strictly money. I will NEVER walk in that place again. What a terrible place Ark has become .. because it wasn’t always like that.

Rachelle Schutt

**Update** 3 years later...our rabbit is still doing well! Very grateful to Ark Animal Hospital! We took our rabbit there in August. She was practically paralyzed from neck down. We thought she was on her death bed and I did not think I would walk out of there with her. It did take a while in the waiting room, but I also did not have an appointment. And I was just grateful that she could be seen. The doc treated her and gave us the meds/specialty emergency supplement since she was not eating. Within a few days we could see movement in her legs. Within a week, she was actually hopping again! She made an amazing recovery! And being unemployed, I worried about the costs. But they were VERY reasonable, allowing us to afford to continue to care for her.

Kelley Foy

Very caring and very reasonable prices.

Chad Chestnut

Michael Caskey

Good doctors

Jerry Dupree

The veterinarians are very good here, especially Dr. Wimpee. The facility needs an update and some of the admins/vet techs could use a little more training. But the overall care and experience is very good.

Jeremy Johnston

Deral Feroney

akira kitten

I've used Ark for ages and absolutely adore them. If you're a walk-in you will likely be waiting several hours, so be ready for that. The level of care is worth it though

Amanda West

Excellent caring veterinarians! We have taken our pets here for seven years & could not ask for better care. Dr. Jansky is amazing!

Midge Duncan

Marty Glynn

I took my 2 chihuahuas for complete check up, blood work and rabies shots. I told the doctor only rabies shots. They gave them a cocktail of 7 vaccines and my dogs almost didn't make it. They were sick with high fever swollen legs ( at the site of the shot ), totally lifeless. I spent 2 sleepless nights trying to comfort them. My older dog is 6 yrs old and I wanted him to be checked for thyroid problem, it turn out they only got blood work for wellness (what the heck does that mean???), no thyroid check up. If I want that I have to take them back...I don't think so!!! My foot will not step in this incompetent place anymore!!!

Todd C

Dr mavris is an angel

Wiebke Watts

If they make people wait for over 3 hours they need a coffee maker in here !

Patrizia Pulsifer

Beverly Smith

Dr.Kelly is very good at diagnosing. My dog is not afraid to visit

Kristen Sironen

The Vets, Techs, and Staff at Ark are all wonderful people who treat my dog as I would want her treated: like family. Prices are fair. I would recommend making an appointment or be prepared to wait if you walk-in.

Lyndal Fondren

Lisa P

I like Ark a lot. They look after our dog and cat. Getting an appointment is easy and their hours are great. One thing I will say is if you have an appointment you still have a wait- usually 15-20 mins. But I understand they are busy amd accept walk ups

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Vicki Stewart

The vet was so gentle with my poodle who had a small growth removed from his neck.

Diane Holmes

We had used ark when we first moved here. Never again!!! They have been treating my son's lab ,not working! I was taking my 2 new puppies there, one had an eye problem the vet never touched my puppy, she stood 3 ft. away and said her eyes look funny don't they? She probably scratched it playing. Never looked in her eyes or came any closer to her even though she was wearing a muzzle. The other puppy I took in because she throws up what looks like blood. They say there is no way to test for blood. They said it was the food. We tested the food...not it. She's still puking every couple weeks. I am now using a new vet as soon as he looked at her eye he told me what it is. A birth defect and she's in pain from it...yeah I am mad! Taking the other dog on Monday to have her checked. I will never use ark again and I will never advise anybody I know to use it. My son's dog after just a week is a changed dog! He can see again and we are all happy especially him! Their prices are extremely high and they will load you up with the office sales if you will let them.

Heather Thomas

Our family has been using the Ark for our pets for 13 years. The staff are great and Dr. Jansky is amazing and very down to earth! Everyone there is kind and knowledgeable. Wouldn't go anywhere else!

Luis Ayala

T Caroll

We were on a vacation a few weeks ago and when we arrived late Friday our 15yr old Pug began having seizures. I monitored him for the weekend as we seemed to be able to "interrupt" the seizures. I checked on the After Hours clinic and read such horrid reviews that on Tuesday I took him to Ark. I was very happy with the care and concern of the staff and the staff seemed to be good to work with. Their prices were comparable to what I pay at home. We were able to begin my dog on meds and he is continuing to do well. The Dr.offered his notes and copies of all bloodwork before I even ask. Hope to not have to but would use these folks again!

GeAnn Rodier

I took my baby bunny Bun Buns for her first visit. They were very good and very knowledgeable. The paperwork I filled out asked if I wanted detail information or a scan through. I loved that. The vet was very detailed and took her time to explain everything. I was very satisfied.

Sandra Duncan

Great vets

Sharon Rousseau

Paula Polis

I love Ark! They take really good care of all my pets from my dog to my rat to my bird! You guys rock!!!

Clarissa Jean Chambers

Nice people . Good vet a little expensive

Doug&Sandra Johnson

There is a reason this place stays so busy: they are awesome! Sometimes you have to wait for a scheduled appointment: WAIT. They are worth it. And it is never long. I have tried several other vetenarians because I do absolutely hate to wait but I'm back at Ark permenatly. The staff, the vets, EVERYONE are hands on and a pleasure to deal with. The best part is that you can count on them! They are always there if you need them. And you do not have to mortgage your house to afford to care for your pets. They work in emergencies. They are booked way out for neuters and spays but they put you on a list and almost always work you in sooner. If there is a better very or there it is not in this area. I love these people!

Michael Sawyer

Caring quality staff. Great hours.

Eva Ayala

My Bo loves Dr. Kelly, staff is wonderful. They really care.

Yvonne Coada

We took our 14 1/2 years old dog, Cody, to Ark while staying at Lakewood Campground. He had fallen the day before. Dr. Kelley was thorough, and very kind. Sadly the next day he developed severe weakness and breathing problems. We took him back at closing on a Sunday afternoon. The staff and Dr. Wimpee tried hard to help him, but a chest x-ray showed widespread lung cancer that was bleeding into his chest. He was struggling, so there was no option but to put him down. The entire staff and Dr. Wimmer were so caring and supportive. They were kind and caring to Cody on both visits. I would recommend them highly.

Judy weller

Like Dr. Kelly. Was really nice and got mydog feeling better quickly. Have been going there for several years. Reasonable prices. Happy with the care.

Brandon Trusdle

T Bongi

Cannot say enough good about ARK. I just adopted a Cat from them and they took care of all of our dogs, I cannot imagine a better place to go

Business Hours of Ark Animal Hospital PA in South Carolina

SUNDAY
CLOSED
MONDAY
8AM–8PM
TUESDAY
8AM–8PM
WEDNESDAY
8AM–8PM
THURSDAY
8AM–8PM
FRIDAY
8AM–6PM
SATURDAY
8AM–6PM

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