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To EVERYONE at Oakhurst Veterinary Hospital:

I have to once more tell you all how much you have meant to both Mr. Spot and myself.

While some dogs get excited going to the beach, ever since I brought Mr. Spot to Oakhurst as an 8 week old puppy 13 years ago his biggest excitement in life has been going to the kennel.

(The beach never really fazed him. Some people say the word "beach!" to get their dog all excited, I would say the words "the kennel" to get the same reaction.)

When he was younger, on his way over in the car Mr Spot would start pawing at the dashboard, whining and carrying on in his eagerness to get there..it would start when we were still in Deal on Norwood Avenue and reach its crescendo when I pulled in to the parking lot. He would literally leap over me, and out of the driver's side door, in his hurry to get inside. It truly was like a dog who loves the beach.

 

In his old age, he would placidly lie in the passenger seat on his way over and I'd lift him out of the car. Yet, even on days when he wasn't walking well, he would still be excited enough when he got there to always be able to walk across the parking lot and come in on his own power. The Cary Grant of Canines insisted on making a dignified entrance to the very end.

 

His relationship with all of you has always been an extraordinary thing.

 

I've asked that when his ashes are returned that they be placed outside of Oakhurst Veterinary Hospital in the place where he would be walked outside in his later years. Oakhurst was simply his favorite place to go -- his beach-- and I could think of no better place to distribute his ashes.

 

Thank you all so very much for adding so much to my dog's life. I will always drive by your place with the most wonderful memories of Mr. Spot.

Love,

Dan Jacobson


To EVERYONE at Oakhurst Veterinary Hospital,

 

I’ve been meaning to write this letter for so long. Well, tonight I am thinking the best way to pay tribute to my cat Sam is to finally send it off.

 

We (with your help) put Sam to rest tonight. And while I was not there, I was told of your compassion, concern and care. And I was not remotely surprised.

 

People who love animals are their own special, slightly zany breed. We all understand each other, speak the same language, feel the same things. And we are unbearably demanding of everyone who comes into remote touch with our pets. So several years ago, when I moved here and first visited your office, I was elated. It was immediately clear that this was not your average veterinary office.

 

I’d like to cite specifics about what makes you all so special – but that’s the thing really – it is that you all are so special. It is evident in all the big things…and the little things. It is the professionalism, the courtesy, the sincere interest and delight you show with all of our assorted pets. It is the empathy in your eyes when things do not go well, and the genuine joy you share when things do.

 

I have visited many veterinary offices in the last 20 years and I tell you this with some experience, you are a rare and wonderful group of people. Your professionalism and compassion (and patience!) have meant that world to me. Wonderful ladies (one and all) who man the front desk, handle a zillion details during multiple emergencies and still smile when I walk in – what can I say? Thank you! To all the technicians who treated my animals with such care – it mattered – it still does. Taking an animal there was always an act of comfort, and that is an amazing and terrific thing.

 

So thank you all, from the bottom of my heart, for all that you have done – and all you will do in the future. God bless you all.

 

With my deepest appreciation and respect,

 

Robin Ryerson


Dear Dr. LoGiudice,

I just wanted to take a moment to thank you for all of your compassion and support. All the while we were trying to get CoCo to overcome her illness you put up with me and my constant phone calls, questioning what we could do to help her. You are an amazing person and a wonderful doctor - Coco was lucky to have you. Thank you for making that difficult decision a bit easier. Knowing you were with us gave me a sense of peace, because you have such a compassionate heart.

With a grateful heart,

Karen Mazzola


 

Dear Friends at Oakhurst Vet,

Thank you for taking care of me when I got hurt on my walk. You are all very kind and helpful friends. I hope I see you all soon, but only for a visit, not because I am hurt.

Thank you again,  "Bohdi" Iannicelli


Dear Dr. Delaney and all the medical staff, all the hospital staff, and all the front desk staff,

Thank you so much for all the expert care you have given Bailey. We especially appreciate everyone’s kindness and caring, Bailey loved the TLC. Thank you too for being so patient and accommodating to all of us. The atmosphere at Oakhurst is like a family and you made us feel so comfortable. Thank you for being so nice!

Love Bailey and the rest of the Bermensolos.


 

Dear Dr. Doolen,

We can’t thank you enough for your amazing work with Rumi. You gave her back her life and you mended our breaking hearts. She is recovering very well, gaining weight, maintaining good blood sugar levels and being playful and mischievous! Your warmth, care and expertise will always be with us.

Thank you so much, Nikki & Brian Friedman


Dr. Doolen and Staff,

Words cannot express how fortunate we are to have you as Meisha’s vet. As you know, a visit to the vet, or any doctor for that matter can cause stress. But your knowledge and compassion always helps to alleviate those feelings. Once again, thank you for taking such good care of Meisha. You are the best!

Sincerely,  Jill and Mickey Maito (and Meisha too!)


 

To Everyone at Oakhurst Veterinary Hospital,

Thank you for the wonderful medical care given to Winston. Thank you for the love and affection given to Winston. Each and every one of you is the best of the best.

With Affection, The Tanen’s


 

Dear Staff of Oakhurst Veterinary,

Thank you very much for the fabulous present. I love the adorable stuffed dog. Rudy has already recovered from surgery. I am impressed with his ability to take medications according to my schedule. He has been a loving and caring friend too. I truly appreciate your thoughtfulness! Thank you for being so sweet to me, Rudy and my crazy family. Happy New Year!

Love, Ashley and "Rudy"


 

Dear Dr. Sikkes,

I am one happy feline now that I can hang up my hood. Thank you for all the good care and tender treatment you gave me. Be sure to thank your assistants as well. I will definitely recommend Oakhurst Veterinary Hospital to all my friends in the neighborhood, except for the one that bit me. You are one "purr"fect lady doctor.

With much affection to my hero, "Oliver"


 

To The Staff of Oakhurst Veterinary Hospital,

Keiko wanted to thank each and every one of you for taking such good care of him. He received such loving people to look after him while he was sick. I knew he was in good hands the moment I admitted him to the hospital. You saved my puppy and I can’t thank each of you enough.

God Bless, James (Keiko’s Dad)


Dear Dr. Doolen and all the staff,

Thank you so much for all the attention and care you have given my ferret Bear over the last couple of months. He lost both of his eyes due to lymphoma. The understanding, patience, and knowledge of Dr. Doolen and the staff was greatly appreciated by my husband and I during this difficult time of surgeries and transition.

Sincerely, Lisa and Nick Haak


Dear Erika,

This is to show my appreciation for all the love and attention you give to Billy when he is here. He loves you and it makes me feel so comfortable to leave him there with you and everyone at Oakhurst Vet.

Thanks, Eric and "Billy" Bosniak

 

Dear Dr. LoGiudice,

Addie and I would like to thank you for taking the time to teach us how to give Addie her insulin shots, and for easing my anxiety about doing so. It is reassuring to know we have a doctor like you who is so caring and dedicated. Thank you again.

Sincerely, Addie and Tami Williscroft



Dr. Danielle Rawlins took care of my cat, Marvin, these past few months through his diagnosis and subsequent treatment of lymphoma. Right from the start, I appreciated the manner in which she explained Marvin’s situation to me. She showed great compassion while speaking to me in a candid and easy to understand manner. I knew what was ahead in Marvin’s next couple of months and felt that she guided me through the best possible plan we could to keep him comfortable.

I know how hard it is to please people who are dealing with an emotional circumstance; certainly one they never chose to have. Dr. Rawlins provided me with the utmost professional, calm and wonderful customer service. It helped me get through a very trying time.

It would be remiss of me not to mention your staff as well. From the Veterinary Assistants to the Receptionists, ALL exemplify the most compassionate, helpful and wonderful group of people that make your Veterinary Hospital the best in the area. So, from the expert medical doctors to all of your staff, I would take my pets to no other hospital!!

Thank you!

Sincerely,  Kathy Damm

  

To the Entire Staff of the Oakhurst Veterinary Hospital,

Words cannot express my deep gratitude for all you have done for Riley and myself. The quality of his life was greatly enhanced by the care you gave him and the love you showed him when we came through the door. Riley was a gift that some of us are lucky to have once in a lifetime and I will cherish the fond and funny memories that he allowed us to share. Thank you again for your heartfelt care and concern.

Fondly,  Susan Sager

 

Dear Dr. LoGuidice,

Thank you for taking such good care of me when I was sick. I feel so much better now. My family and I are extremely grateful for your kindness, your expertise and your wonderful bedside manner.

Best wishes,  "Hope" Corona-Evans

 

Dear Dr. LoGiudice, Nikki, Lori and everyone else at Oakhurst Veterinary Hospital,

Words cannot express my thanks and gratitude to you for your outstanding care and genuine compassion during and after Maggie's illness. Many places can practice good medicine but it is very rare that you come across a practice as warm and caring as yours. Visiting the vet was always one of Maggie's favorite things (even when she was sick!) and you always made her feel special and loved. Thank you for everything!

Sincerely,
Carolyn Stack


To The Staff of Oakhurst Veterinary Hospital,

We would like to thank all of you for taking such good care of our beagle, Lucy. It meant so much to us that you all were there for her.

Love always, Tom, Melissa and "Lucy" Christman

 

The Staff of Oakhurst Veterinary Hospital,

We are eternally grateful for the opportunity to have found Callie, our Princess. Callie was a truly special friend and an integral part of our family. When we lost her on March 29, 2005, our hearts ached. Yet, when we looked back on the seven years we had with her, we realized that not only did she enhance our lives, but we bettered hers, as well.

The staff of Oakhurst Veterinary Hospital has, throughout the years, been invaluable in her care. Your loving, caring and state of the art services were vital in enabling us to have Callie for as long as we did, and we are eternally grateful. Thank you all with all our hearts.

Jack and Kathy Ford

 

 

I would like to commend Lisa, she helped me with my Chihuahua, who was bitten by a tick. I first noticed the tick on my 8-year-old male, "Cody," while I was walking him near Seven Presidents Park. I never do this type of thing, but I walked in to your hospital and asked for immediate help, without an appointment & Cody wasn’t even one of your regular patients! Anyway, Lisa consulted with one of your doctors, explained what I was seeing and sold me the Frontline product to keep it from happening again. I treated Cody per Lisa’s instructions and he looks as good as new. I’m having his records transferred from his former veterinarian in Point Pleasant to Oakhurst. Lisa is a wonderful representative, the type of employee that reminds me of the way vets used to be, when they cared more about the patient than the money. Thanks again!

Sincerely, Rose Ann Giaquinto and "Cody Megill"

 

Dear Sarah,

I had to thank you as well as Dr. Rawlins because you were so wonderful and patient with me being upset today, and so sweet and gentle with Cheezer. I could not stand to let him suffer anymore and you made him so comfortable right away. I feel so fortunate to have had you there today. You were especially kind to let me kiss him and hold him while he was sleepy. Thanks again for being so very gentle and loving to Cheezer.

Sincerely, Donna Smith

 

Dear Dr. Doolen,
 I wanted to say thank you for all of your care regarding my rabbits, Reuben and Tabby. Especially Tab because she has such a terrible time with her mouth, and I know that if it were not for you I would not be looking at her sleeping comfortably with her tummy rolled up to the sun while I write this.
For other readers, Tabby is an older silver marten dwarf who has a tooth grown all the way through her jawbone...she has trouble with rapidly growing sharp teeth and excess tissue formation in her mouth, all of which contribute to the risks of infection and GI stasis. When she first started having trouble, she was in serious condition quickly. I took her to four vets who barely looked at her and said "put her to sleep", leaving her another day without help and me with a growing sense of dread, helplessness and impending grief. 
When I took her to Dr. Doolen, he smiled and said "Oh, there is definitely light at the end of this tunnel" - the burst of hope I felt was indescribable, and that along with the quality of the care she has had is worth anything that has happened since or to come.
 It's been well over a year since the other vets told me there was no hope for her.
The staff at  Oakhurst Veterinary understands how quickly rabbits can crash and they are always good about giving us help as soon as possible (those of you who have rabbits know how it is - one day they can be just fine, then a little off, then in serious trouble, and there is nothing worse than hearing someone say "you'll have to wait until a week from Tuesday, we're busy" when you know you just don't have that long). We have to drive two hours to get there, but it's worth it and the staff usually finds a way to work with us since she needs to come in often and we sometimes have trouble getting time off from work again to bring her in. Our thanks to Tracy, Dr. Fanders, Lisa, and the many other people there who have helped us.
 Even when she is very ill and we are tired, upset and afraid of bad news, just seeing Dr. Doolen walk in the door gives us a sense of reassurance and confidence that no matter what happens we can trust him to give her the best treatment possible. Dr. Doolen always takes time to talk to us, he answers our questions and offers suggestions, he's patient and confident, he has impressive credentials (and doesn't get all snobby about it like some folks), and he is not afraid to tell you the pros and cons. We always leave feeling informed and empowered about her care and condition and grateful to have the care of such an incredible veterinarian. (It's hard to find a rabbit savvy vet, for birds and reptiles and other exotics as well - Dr. Doolen has quite the faithful following).
 Dr. Doolen, you never treat Tabby or Reuben as if they are "just a rabbit", but very much like the loved and loving little lives and personalities that they are. Through the past year and more of visit after visit, our trust and respect for you grows. We know that a day will come when we may not be able to help her, and that will be a hard day indeed, but it will come with the knowledge that she has had the best attention and care available, and that is thanks to you.
 Until then, there she is - a little moth-eaten, still with her bad days, but with so many more good ones. This bunny supposed to be gone more than a year ago, running and jumping and leaping in the air, enjoying her food and snuggling with Reuben, nudging us to be petted and kissed, bravely putting up with shots and visits to "that man" who makes it all possible - there she is, tummy to the sun, and for that we love you and thank you.
Tracy & Matthew Hanks

Dear Doctors & Staff,

Thanks again for saving Sam! You all will remain in our hearts forever! You all were beyond the ordinary! He truly is a miracle!! We will never be able to express enough gratitude to you all. Thank you again!

Jocelyn, Ronnie and "Sam" Rineer


I've put off writing this since June 2005 as it was too difficult before now. I've been dealing with your office (since 1980) even before Drs. Wefer and Delaney bought the practice (1986). Dr. Joe (Millar) was wonder and kind. Dr. Harry did the right thing in selling the practice and retiring to Florida. I've been happy with the practice since 1986. I'm one of the crazy people who had 5 dogs and 2 cats. Kept wanting to have more to love. As my animals grew older, Dr. Wefer, especially, was always there with his wisdom and caring, letting me know each and every time that I would know "when it was time". Each "time" it was difficult and knew that Dr. Wefer understood and cared about my loss. Each time I had a loss, I filled the void with yet another dog.

I continued to do this until several years ago when I returned to the workforce. One by one my babies left me until only one was left. I've been very fortunate as the care of OVH allowed me to have my babies until they reached ripe old ages of 14 to 17 years. And then there was one, my Bambi, a small Yorkshire Terrier who remained the most attached to me. She grew old (17 years) and frail.

Then I met Dr. Christman. He, too, said I would know "when it was time". I continue to be amazed by all the doctors' warmth and caring, but was totally taken back by Dr. Christman. I felt that he, too, had lost someone special when I had to "make the decision." He made those moments special and I didn't feel alone. He even took the time to walk me to my car. Every doctor that came in contact with my Bambi made her feel special and made a fuss. Dr. Christman just merely took the caring one step further. Drs. Wefer and Delaney, one of your best decisions was to invite Dr. Christman to the practice. He emulates your philosophy of loving all the animals the hospital treats.

I've been to many "vets" over my lifetime, from Pennsylvania to Atlantic City to Cherry Hill and another vet in Ocean Township, as well, and have never met a more sympathetic, caring and knowledgeable staff as the one at OVH. I've felt so secure with the services of the hospital and staff over the years, that I "broke down" TWICE and just took on two more puppies (a Pekingese named Pumpkin and a small Pomeranian named Peanut). I couldn't have made this decision without the security of knowing that I have OVH there when I need it.

You've been with me at the best of times and the worst of times. I'm looking forward to a continued wonderful relationship between my Pumpkin and Peanut and all of the great doctors at OVH. THANK YOU!

Sherry Blackman


Everyone at Oakhurst Veterinary Hospital,

I just wanted to take the time to thank the doctors and staff for their hard work and kind words. I have only been to your office a few times and each time I felt like I was with members of my own family! Everyone is so friendly, patient, not to mention extremely helpful and knowledgeable. I will continue to highly recommend your office to other animal lovers like myself! :)

Thanks again! Elizabeth Taylor


 

Dear Drs. Delaney, Wefer and the entire medical staff, the entire O.R. Team, all the hospital nurses and techs and all the office staff,

We find ourselves again thanking all of you for your loving and expert care of Bailey. We pulled off a miracle almost 2 years ago with the leptospirosis, and we were able to have her back, more like a puppy than ever. Last month you were able to pull off a miracle again during her splenectomy, and you gave us some time to adjust to her disease and spend some added quality time with her. Although she just didn’t have another miracle in her, you cared so lovingly for her that we fell she passed comfortably and without stress. That is our greatest consolation! Thank you for all the hugs you gave her, all the kind words you spoke to her, and all the love you showed her! Thank you for all your kindness to our family, the beautiful card you sent, and especially her pawprint, it was all so very much appreciated.

Thank you,

The Bermensolos


To All Who I Loved at Oakhurst Veterinary Hospital,

I am sorry to have upset you yesterday for I know you were very sad to see me leave my home for dog heaven. Please know that I loved you. You were always so very kind to me the many times I came to you for help during my illness. You gave me the very best care and love. Dr. Wefer and Dr. LoGiudice, thank you for working so hard for your successful effort to make me better. Your expert care added years to my life, far beyond what many expected. Please thank the other doctors who also helped me live as good a life as could possibly be expected.

Lisa, I am sorry that I made you cry yesterday but I had tears in my heart knowing that I would never see your smile and the smiles of the other staff again. I always liked coming to the hospital for I knew I was getting the best of care from people who truly love animals. I also liked getting treats from all of you!

Please do not be sad when you think of me. I had a very good life and was lucky to be adopted from a shelter in upstate New York by a family who loved me very much. Whenever you have a dog or any animal that comes to you with what appears to be a hopeless illness, think of me and how well I did because of your heartfelt care. I know that other dogs will have a better life because of you, the ones I loved.

Love and a Lick,

Taylor Dalton

(PS - Toby, Rose & Beau send their love)


Colleen,

Thank you so much for giving such tender care to "Spokes." Dana and I drew lots of comfort from knowing you and Dr. Christman were caring for him. We know he was given the best by coming to see you. Spoke’s wonderful spirit will live on in our memories and through his big brother "Jib." We’ll always remember how good you were to Spokes and how helpful you were to Dana and me.

Thank you for being so loving and caring,

Wendy and Dana Fallon


Dear Staff of Oakhurst Veterinary,

I am writing you about our little girl named "Sammie" and the very special doctor who took care of her. Although we only found you several months before we lost our adored Sammie, it was obvious at that first moment we had just me the man who would see us through the most difficult journey of our lives. As I think back to that first meeting, you quickly learned that Sammie was our love, the child we never could have, the shining light in our lives, the sparkle that made every day beautiful and special. It was the first day we met you that you had the unpleasant task of telling us our beloved Sammie as very ill and the prognosis was very grim. You told us of the treatments available, and Marty and I chose the least radical route for our 15 year old puppy. We did not want to have our baby have a trying time, at what we knew was to be the end of along and wonderful life. You discussed all our options in a kind and gentle way. You treated Sammie as if she were your own and treated Marty and I like family members. I wonder if you know how much your kindness and gentle caring ways helped Marty and I to prepare to lose our little treasure.

I recall one night shortly after meeting you the phone rang and it was you. You just called to see how "our girl Sammie was doing." The kindness in your voice told me you were calling to see how we were all doing. It was the first time a doctor had called for no other reason but to see how we were all doing. We were suffering so and your support helped relieve our pain. You treated Sammie for several months and Marty and I were so impressed at the end when you told us to take Sammie home and give her "lots of love and care." You knew no further treatment was necessary and we were very grateful that we had your continued support. We respect you so much for that decision.

We brought our baby home and had her for another few months. You were there for us every step of the way. Your kindness and wonderful care gave us several more months to cherish and really spoil our Sammie girl (not that we had not done that for 15 years). It was time to love her every minute. We thank you so much for the extra time we had with her. We know it was your dedicated attention that gave us this additional time with Sammie.

We lost our Bichon Frise on December 14th 2005. She just came home to us today. We chose to have Sammie cremated. She was such a wonderful star that we had to bring her home. I hope some of these words have conveyed how very grateful we are. I can’t help but think how lucky all the pets are that have you as their veterinarian. Perhaps after Marty and I heal we will get another pet. Be assured if we do we will be knocking at your door.

Many, many, many thanks,

Marty and Vivian Kranzler

 


Please add me to the long list of appreciative "parents" of your patients.  Lithium just turned 17 on March 19, 2006 and I have Dr. L to thank for that!  

She has treated him for his thyroid disorder for approximately 2 years now - and for nearly a year for his chronic kidney failure.  She has managed to bring him back from the brink of death to a happy cat.  Lithium doesn't seem to know he's sick or that he's a (very) senior citizen!  With his age I know time is against us, but with a lot of prayers, and even more love, along with Dr. L's expertise, I believe he will be here for quite a while to come.  Thank you Lori for the care and concern you give Lithium on his monthly visits, thank you Stacy for your ability to handle my Lithium for his blood draws, thank you Erika for helping me with Lithium whenever it's been needed, and, of course, the biggest thank you of all goes to Dr. LoGiudice for your knowledge and compassion that has kept Lithium with us.  He is enjoying quality life because of you.  Every day he is with us is a true gift - I love him (and Sable) so much - they are my 4-legged, furry babies!  So I will continue to give him lots of love, many prayers and provide the best medical care by taking him to you each month.  It has been a winning combination so far!

 

I'd also like to let Dr. Christman & Dr. Rawlins know that it is comforting that they know who Lithium is even though Lithium has only been attended by each one of them only once.  I feel good knowing that if Dr. L isn't available, and Lithium needs medical attention, he will be cared for by doctors that also know him.  Thanks to Erika for that!  :)

 

Thanks for giving Lithium his 17th birthday!  He got off to a healthy start at Oakhurst when he was just 8 weeks old!

 

Lynn Ireland

 


Dr. Wefer,

 

Thank you so very much for taking such good care of oreo. I am always confident that when I leave her with you and your staff she is going to get the best care possible. I know she can be difficult to handle and I appreciate that she is treated with affection anyway. I’d also like to thank your technicians for their attentiveness to Oreo, and the wonderful staff at the main desk for patiently answering my questions over and over!

 

Thanks again,

Rochelle Lezmi


Dear Staff of Oakhurst Veterinary Hospital,

 

Thank you for taking the time to think of Glory and me. I appreciated your thoughtfulness and kind words. Glory had a gentle and quiet spirit, I feel blessed to have been able to have her in my life. I thank everyone at Oakhurst Veterinary for their excellent services over the years. They are fortunate to have you. Thank you again!

 

Sincerely,

David Meyers and “Glory”


Dear Staff of Oakhurst Veterinary Hospital,

 

Thank you is too little a phrase to express our heartfelt gratitude for your unsurpassed professionalism and devotion to your patients and their people. "Summer" is one lucky old lady and we feel so lucky to have found Oakhurst. If there is a heaven there must be a special place there for people like you.

Thanks Again,Larry, John & "Summer”

 

Dear Sandy,

Words can’t express how much I appreciated all you have done for me and Amanda (Lilly too). I know each time she was in the hospital she had the best medical care possible but also lots of love and attention from everyone. It’s very comforting to me knowing she was so well cared for.

Amanda was so sweet and beautiful and she brought me so much joy and happiness. I was very lucky to have her in my life for almost 19 years. I miss her very much. She truly deserved only the bet and I know she had that at Oakhurst.

I can’t thank you enough for coming over on your day off to help me through a very difficult time.

Lori, Tomi, and Lauren were so kind and compassionate to me. And of course, Dr. Wefer was so patient and understanding with me too. Amanda was treated with such respect and given so much love.

The entire staff, (I can’t name them all) has all been so good to me when I came to visit her. I just can’t thank them enough.

People like yourself are rare and special. The entire staff at Oakhurst is also very special. I am blessed to have you in my life.

Also I am very thankful to Dr. LoGiudice and Dr. Christman for their expert care, patience and kindness with me and Amanda. They too are very special doctors who treated Amanda with much love and kindness.

Also a special thanks to Kathy, Lisa, Shannon, Jeanette, and all the other girls who graciously took my many daily phone calls.

Thank you again.

Love,Mickey


Dear Oakhurst Staff,

You were fantastic this morning! Mietze (sounds like pizza) had a wonderful first-time doctor's visit because of you. I just want to thank Dr. Zinna and the assistants that helped the two of us have a calm experience.  I appreciate the help of cleaning out her carry case because she had urinated.  I appreciate the care with which you showed my "little girl" and me! 

Thanks!!

We will see you in two weeks for a follow-up visit regarding her ear infection.

Sincerly,

Cathleen Cotgreave


Dear Dr. Rawlins & Staff,

We just want to say thanks for the care and kindness you have shown "Bert" over these past few years. You have all been wonderful & we will miss seeing you!

Sincerely, Pam Francis


Dear Dr. LoGiudice, Dr. Wefer, Dr. Delaney and the Oakhurst Veterinary Staff,

 

We can never Thank You enough for all the love and wonderful care you have given our family of pets over these many years.  We are retired now and living in Connecticut where we grew up, along with our kitties and among our relatives.  New Jersey was our home for almost 30 years, and will always hold many happy memories for us.  We love you like family, and will miss you all very much.  Saying Goodbye is really hard to do.  Your love and compassion helped us get through all the sad times, and we will always treasure the good times we shared.  Words cannot express our deep gratitude for all that you’ve done for us and our beloved pets, and continue to do for so many others fortunate enough to be loved and cared for by all of you.  For that we love you.

 

Hope to see you all in the near future.

 

With Much Love,

Paul & Dianne Kurko and family

Jake, Rocket, Pumpkin & Samantha

 

Dear Lauren,

We can’t tell you how much your care and affection for Bear helped him and our family. It was painful for us all, but knowing that you were there with him through his illness was truly relieving for us. Please accept our thanks and know that we’ll always be in your debt

 

You are an honor to your profession and to those of us who consider our pets part of our family.

 

Love,

The Sylvias

 


Dear Dr. Delaney,

Lexie was a sweet girl whom we loved very much. No words can express our sorrow or how grateful we are for your kindness and counsel the night of February 1st. The card received just a few days later is another example of your thoughtful ways.

Over the last 13 years, on the occasion when Lexie needed an annual checkup (in the early years) or later on when the visits became more frequent, your entire staff was wonderful. The atmosphere was always friendly and welcoming, yet professional. And so….to the women at the front desk, and to the techs behind the scenes, and to all the doctors who have treated Lexie and especially you Dr. Delaney, we say thank you!

 

Sincerely,

John and Liz Saffioti

 

Dear Dr. Doolen, 

 

Today I received a thoughtful Birthday Greeting for one of our doves (what a GREAT idea!!! ) and it reminded me of all of the times we've been helped over the years at Oakhurst. I just had to write and share just how thankful I am that if a problem develops with ANY of our pets all I have to do is call and the girls at the front desk will bring us right in if it can't wait, even on a Sunday morning, or ask the necessary questions to determine when we should come in. Our latest visit was last September, not for one of our six doves, but for one of our two white mice." Marshmallow “ was quite sick, not eating, unable to fall asleep for long, and with terrible gastrointestinal problems. Dr. Doolen greeted her with affection and warmth like he does with all of his patients, whether they are tiny rodents costing $1.25  like" Marshmallow", rescued ring neck turtle doves, or fancy talking birds. His caring bedside manner, even with a white mouse, is unsurpassed. I was afraid that she was incurable but after doing some lab tests he assured me this was not the case. I was overwhelmed when he told me that she would need 2 different antibiotics orally twice a day- I told him that I was not capable of giving them to a mouse. He calmly, and with a little humor as he knows I am MORE than quick to panic, told me that he was sure I could do it for "Marshmallow". He said that he would teach me right there and I would be fine at home to give the meds. He did just that with his usual patience (and he is NEVER condescending).He showed me just how to administer the two different antibiotics, each in a separate syringe, one at a time, into the tiny mouth. Because HE gave me the confidence I was able to do what had to be done to get "Marshmallow" better. I got all of the medicine into her over the required days and she was as good as new a couple of days after that. The wonderful  thing about Dr. Doolen is that he gives the same quality of treatment to whoever it is that we love, whether it be a rodent, dove, rabbit or  turtle, just like the book says," All creatures great and small". And for this kind of care at Oakhurst I am grateful.

 

Sincerely,

Donna Smith


To Everyone At Oakhust Vet,

 

Thank you all for 15 years of wonderful care of our little beagle, Daisy! We especially thank you for the love and kindness you showed us these last few months.

Sincerely,
Glen and Jan Williman


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