Vinegar Hill Veterinary Group
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Vinegar Hill Veterinary Group is a full service animal hospital in DUMBO. Owner Dr. Sara Neuman is a USDA accredited veterinarian, can authorize international health certificates and is very experienced in working with all kinds of animals. The hospital and staff have the expertise and equipment to treat exotic and avian species including, state of the art incubators, supplemental oxygen therapy, and antibiotic nebulization. Vinegar Hill performs a large range of surgical procedures, from spays and neuters to more in depth soft tissue and orthopedic surgeries. They use high-frequency radio-wave technology in surgery which allows for less bleeding, minimized pain, reduced surgery time, and therefore reduced anesthetic risk. The VH group also offers general and dental digital x-rays. Trust in Vinegar Hill to treat your pet with the same care and love as they treat their own pets.
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Vinegar Hill Veterinary Group takes care of your pet's needs from check-ups to surgery.Key Points
- Full Service Animal Hospital
- Avian & Exotic Species Experts
- USDA Accredited Veterinarian
The Inside Scoop
- Biography: - Dr. Sara B. Neuman, DVM Dr. Neuman is the head doctor and part owner of the Vinegar Hill Veterinary Group clinic. She graduated from the University of Wisconsin-Madison School of Veterinary Medicine in 2001. Following graduation, she moved to New York City with her then future husband and colleague, and began practicing in the Lower East Side. Dr. Neuman recently moved to Brooklyn and deci...
Insider Pages Reviews for Vinegar Hill Veterinary Group
We called when we were looking for a vet familiar with the very complicated process of prepping our dog and cat to move to the UK. Dr. Neuman not only knows the drill, but SHE MAKES HOUSE CALLS. Yes, it is expensive, but since we have no car, it is saving us a world of trouble, and is much less stressful for our vet-averse, elderly dog. I am enormously grateful to have found this place.
Posted 11/23/09 | Report Abuse
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We are very pleased with the medical attention Dr. Neuman has given to our two Burmese cats. She is friendly, informative and thorough. We appreciate that the she and her staff have accommodated us on a moments notice when we have requested it. The office is clean and welcoming. We feel that the cost of care is within the norm and much less than similar care would be in a private office in Manhattan. Another Burmese cat owner recommended Dr. Neuman to us. We couldn't be happier with her or her staff.
Posted 07/14/09 | Report Abuse
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My 7 year old rabbit went to see Dr.Neuman for a cheek abscess.This had been an on going problem and i have seen many other vets over the corse of a year.At the other vets my bill would be paid but the abscess never truly healed.It was a waste of time and money.Then I found Dr Neuman ,I was truly lucky to find her. I have brought my pet elsewhere before and did not receive anything close to the care that i received at Vinegar Hill.The nurses are kind and patient and Dr Neuman as well!!Since my visit my rabbit is doing better then ever and the abscess has not returned.
Posted 10/01/08 | Report Abuse
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Nice and clean but so expensive!
by Anonymous
This is more expensive than Cobble Hill Animal Clinic. The staff is pleasant, the space clean but their prices are ridiculous. I was disturbed when I got the bill. I think that they should reconsider what they are charging people.
Posted 07/10/08 | Report Abuse
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Dr. Neuman has been my cat's vet for a few years now. Not only is she kind and professional, but she is an expert in her trade. She has greatly enhanced the quality of life of my cat and I can not thank her enough. She's a terrifc Doctor and I highly recommend her.
Posted 05/31/08 | Report Abuse
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I recently used the services of Dr. Neuman for an in home euthinasia. I am so thankful for the immediate consideration I was afforded; I was not an established client, and for the exceptionally compassionate and professional demeanor of Dr. Neuman and her technician. Their concern for my cat's comfort (and mine) during the proceedure insured her last moments were as stressless as possible. I would sat that Dr. Neuman's heart is still where it was when she decided to enter the Vererinary field. Having used many Vet's over the lives of my animals; I know this is not always the case. I will definitely use Vinegar Hill when I'm ready for a new animal in my life. PS to comment on earlier reviews...I found the fees to be quite reasonable.
Posted 05/11/08 | Report Abuse
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Clean New Facility
by Anonymous
I recently brought my pet to this clinic as an emergency. My vet was not in and after making several frantic calls, was referred to vinegar hill vet group. I was greeted by a friendly caring staff right away. The only drawback was when I got the bill. Nearly thought I needed the Emergency Room. I felt as though I was taken advantage of under the circumstances. I realize they have to make a living and understand the time involved in school, etc., but don't rip off your customers. I would gladly recommend others if their fees weren't so outrageous. Something they should consider especially since it's a new practice.
Posted 04/30/08 | Report Abuse
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EXPEN$IVE
by kayaak
I can't help feeling that I was just conned. $300 vet bill???? My cat was a little swollen around the mouth--this was not a major surgery or anything!
I guess I should have read some of these reviews before I went--other people have complained about the unnecessary "fluid" injecting expense. I did not like that my cat was removed from the room to get his injections and bloodwork. I was waiting around a lot, too--an hour, with about 20 minutes of facetime.
If money is no object, then enjoy. It is a pleasant environment, and they are friendly.
Pros: clean, friendly
Cons: EXPEN$$$IVE, slow
Posted 03/23/09
need info about a dog from the area
by codiebug
i was wondering if you guys over there might have some of the breeders info would like to get the papers or info so i can breed him with my female he has 8 little spots around his growing area and a black nose and lips or maybe some other vets that i could contact or i heard about the dna registery but i need to find were at exactly he was born at the guy i bought him from is from brooklyn or phily please try to help me out as soon as possible
Pros: breed type is terrior
Cons: hes has a allergy to pork and a lot of dog foods
Posted 03/17/09
Dr Neuman and Shara are the bomb
by tonytonitonee
I have to say I used a different vet for years. DR MADDOX.. he retired and told no one. I needed to find a new vet and decided to try the DUMBO vet everyone is talking about. My groomer told me she is awsome and I have to agree. I used them and am hooked. What a great experience. The Doc is well versed, speaks to you in english and follows up with all your needs. The front desk is professional, caring and sweet. I ahve a new vet and friend.. Thanks
Pros: Awsome vet and staff
Cons: none
Posted 01/08/09
Amazing staff and facility
by cjc610
Great facility - very clean and state of the art. Dr. Neuman and staff provided wonderful care to my cat. I found the prices reasonable and the overall level of service higher than what I received in NYC.
Posted 12/29/08
Still reeling from the cost!
by ACatLover00
Dr. Nueman is lovely, but she passed the cleaning of my cat onto her tech who was not very friendly. The receptionist, a male, was a total moron as well. For a general checkup, she gave unnecessary fluids, antibiotics (as a "just in case") and didnt even personally treat my cat! The unfriendly tech did! Plus, the vet didnt even know the different conversions of cc's and mLs! She had to keep asking the tech! That made me nervous! How could a vet not know about medications and measurements?! Total cost: $245! I literally could not believe it when I saw the bill - all of which was non-specific as to the services provided.
Definitely go elsewhere. Otherwise, you're just helping to pay the rent on the place.
Pros: Beautiful, clean facility
Cons: No personalized doctor attention, exhorbitant cost
Posted 10/22/08
Beautiful Hospital!! Excellent Staff!!
by JamieL24
My 7 year old rabbit went to see Dr.Neuman for a cheek abscess.This had been an on going problem and i have seen many other vets over the corse of a year.At the other vets my bill would be paid but the abscess never truly healed.It was a waste of time and money.Then I found Dr Neuman ,I was truly lucky to find her. I have brought my pet elsewhere before and did not receive anything close to the care that i received at Vinegar Hill.The nurses are kind and patient and Dr Neuman as well!!Since my visit my rabbit is doing better then ever and the abscess has not returned.
Posted 09/30/08
Love it!
by MyasMom
I' am very happy with the new place =) .... When i brought my dog home from the shelter she has kennel cough, and they would not help me out. So i decided to go to the local vet and I am happy I did. Dr. Neuman was so good with her, even got my pup to be happy while she was sick. I this was a wonderful experience for me and i would defiantly refer her to my friends and family.
Pros: Staff and office were nicer then i expected!
Posted 09/30/08
I got ripped off
by hannmen
I've lived in DUMBO for 6 years and have heard some bad things about this new vet, mostly that they add up the charges very quickly without explaining anything. Several locals complained of sticker shock. Still, I gave Dr. Neuman a chance because they are so close to my home. BIG MISTAKE!
I adopted a cat a few months ago, and unfortunately he came to me with a case of worms. When I saw the symptoms I took him to this vet. Sure enough, the visit took no more than 15 minutes, the vet disappeared with my cat into another room and came back with a bill for $200! The receipt came back with various charges such as "fluids". I feel most of the charges were erroneous. My cat received a clean bill of health just 2 months ago from his last vet. He was not a stray from the street, and certainly not dehydrated. He didn't need an injection of fluids. Still, I sucked it up and paid the $200, only to receive a phone call from the receptionist an hour later telling me she "forgot" to charge me $75 for sending the fecal sample to the lab. They already charged me to take the sample, to look at the sample, to give him several injections and now they won't finish their job without another $75?
I'm sorry, but it doesn't even cost $275 for ME to visit the doctor. He's a cat, and worms are a common problem with a simple treatment. Wouldn't you know it, 2 weeks later, the worms are back!
This vet's office is squeaky clean, but it's a rip off and I don't trust them to treat my animal well. Their main goal seems to be capitalizing on a gentrifying neighborhood. I guess if you have lots of money to throw around you should go there. I'm taking my $75 and finding a new vet.
Posted 09/11/08
Thorough and Friendly Service..we love Dr. Neuman!
by danny71
Excellent and extremely thorough care for the series of cats I've brought through. It's true you might pay a little bit more, but you know you are in good hands. Dr Neumann has the best "bedside" manner ever. We would never go anywhere else!
Posted 08/03/08
Great clinic, Great staff, Great doctor, Great experience!
by DouglasHH
Modern clinic with a polite, considerate, and well informed staff. The doctor was great with my bird and my dog. She was thorough and helpful. She explained everything to me very clearly. Plus, I didn't feel the slightest bit rushed but my wait was minimal. They have really got their stuff together there.
Pros: This vet sees exotics. She is thorough, polite and explains everything, making it all very simple for pet owners.
Cons: A little on the pricy side but you have to take the neighborhood into consideration. Prices were similar to hope vet , I think.
Posted 04/12/08