Dale Mabry Animal Hospital

06/16/2008 Posted by southtampamom

Like the other reviewer, I also endorse Dr. Lynch. I had a 17 year old cat that was diagnosed with a tumor. Dr. Lynch did not push for life-saving measures, but counseled me on helping her through her last days. She is also very good with my other "kids." Dr. Hall is also very nice and is great for exotic patients. He healed our hamster's urinary tract infection! Both like that my daughters want to be vets when they grow up and take the time to explain things to them or show them things while we visit. I do agree about the reception staff, though. It is a shame that the doctors work so hard but the others are the real "face" of the office. I too, was treated rudely because my dog had heartworms. The thing they didn't know was that I had adopted her that way and CHOSE to give her a chance at a loving home despite the PRE-EXISTING condition. She gets her monthly treatment but the organism has an 18-month lifespan. Hope I don't get another tongue-lashing in that time!! She also has a bad leg that I did not cause, but I do get raised eyebrows. The office staff needs to realize that the people who are bringing their pets to the vet are NOT the neglecters!!!

Pros: The doctors are great

Cons: The office staff are not

04/27/2008 Posted by ccurry

I found the doctors here to be very compassionate and caring. I had never been there before and I took my cat in because she was not eating nor acting like herself. Unfortunately, she had to be euthanized because she had renal failure (she was 13 years old). I was given as much time as I needed to say good-bye to her, and was told of several options available to deal with the situation. Two days later I received a beautiful card in the mail from them about the "Rainbow Bridge" for animals and owners to be reunited in the future. I thought this was exceptional since they had never seen me before. I dealt with Dr. Chad Hall at that time, and have since seen Dr. Leavengood with my other cat. Both were very professional and compassionate. I will go there from now on.

Cons: Office staff is very neutral to patrons.

04/03/2008 Posted by boxermoma

Before meeting Dr. Lynch, I had a bad taste in my mouth for DMAH. I am not a fan of Dr. Leavengood who I believe is the owner. However, many people come in and request him specifically, so it is just a personal preference. DMAH is a no-appointment, first-come, first-served facility with the exception of surgeries. If you want to be the first seen, you have to arrive at 7:30am, but doctors do not begin appts. until 8am. Waiting room is small, and office staff is hit-or-miss on their demeanor. I find they're generally very nice in person, but not so much on the phone. I will see Dr. Christine Lynch until I move out of Tampa. She is quiet and reserved, but she is also kind and very sweet with my 2 dogs and cat. She is not interested in overcharging for unnecessary procedures. I had left DMAH and began going to veterinary medical specialists. They gave me a $850 estimate for a simple procedure, which is when I gave DMAH another try. This was my first time seeing Dr. Lynch. She suggested only the absolute necessary parts of the previously quoted procedure, took my dog in for the procedure and all day monitoring, and only charged me for the $40 local anesthesia. That type of caring and inexpensive service is unheard of! I also recommend Dr. Robert Moore, who is my alternate vet. He is the newest member of the staff, but he knows his stuff, is accessible, and also fair and friendly. I've never seen Dr. Hall.

Pros: at least 2 great vets, pricing

Cons: Dr. Leavengood, first-come first-served policy

09/22/2007 Posted by gel77

Dr. Lynch, one of the veterinarians employed here is very warm and competent. One of our beagles had cancer removed last year. In the six or so times we have been there, she has always been professional. However, the office staff leaves much to be desired. They are consistently rude. If Dr. Lynch was not one of the vets here, I would not take our animals there any more. Everyone has a bad day now and then, but this staff acts as though they hate their jobs. Not one of them smiles very often. The only reason I started coming here was my sister's recommendation. Calling on the phone to schedule something is difficult at best if you are not sure what you want done for your pet. They are very impatient ( I work at a very busy medical practice myself and know that at times things get harried, but we ALWAYS smile ). None of them come out to greet your pet like other practices do. Again if Dr Lynch ever left, I would switch.

Pros: Dr Lynch, pricing

Cons: office staff

08/12/2007 Posted by amy43

If you are looking for a good Vet group; please go to Dale Mabry Animal Hospital.The Vets there truly care about the animals. I have seen all of the doctors at one time or another and have to say my favorite is Dr Hall. He always has a simle on his face and this, transmitts to the animals, my baby Micah loves him, and I know he is in good hands when he sees DR. Hall. The staff is always very caing too.And I would like to welcome .DR Robert Moore, he is a South Tampa boy and is now with the group. Thanks to all for always being so nice to Micah. Amy

Pros: Very Caring

05/16/2007 Posted by carrie83

Dr. Hall is wonderful. I have two bulldogs that have had to have surgeries for varies things some being risky. Dr. Hall was sucessfull each time and thanks to him I have healthy boys! I highly recommend him with out a doubt

Pros: Dr. Hall

Cons: can not make appointments

04/01/2007 Posted by 19jim65

After a very bad experience at the Vet I have used for years I was very upset. Before the dog was checked at all I was given an estimate of the charges. Without really even looking at my little 11- year old pooch I was told the estimate would be $460.00 provided she didn't move during the x-ray. That would be an extra fee. I started to leave my dog but I was concerned because the Vet hadn't even really examined her. I had signed for treatment but then decided to leave. My niece was with me and she suggested her Vet. We immediately went to that office. Dr. Hall's office was breath of good care for a little old friend of mine. When they called us we saw Dr. Leathergood. I was very appreciative of his really excellent examination. Dr. Leathergood checked her heart, lungs, stomach, ears, legs, and generally got to familiarize himself with her and her condition. He then took her temperature and recommended some lab work to start. After about ten minutes or so he told me that lab work didn't show anything out of line. He gave her an IV a shot and some pills for me to dispense at home. That was last Thursday and she was back to her old self by Friday afternoon. What had started out as a very difficult situation ended up with a very happy satisfying end. From the office staff to Dr. Leathergood and his assistant I was very impressed with the whole visit. I will continue to use this Vet and would highly recommend them.

03/09/2007 Posted by calicofrog

I arrived in there to pick up my animal who tested positive for heartworms and was given the riot act by an office staff member of how stupid I was for not knowing the right way to protect my dog. It was embarrasing and rude, I already felt bad enough about the diagnosis. The vet was knowledgable and gave us a care plan, but I hesitate to go back, since I feel so embarrased.

Pros: vets are very nice

Cons: Office staff might need a reminder in customer service

10/31/2006 Posted by martigras

He cares about our pets. In my 20 years of pet ownership, I have never been to a better veternarian. His knowledge, experience, and compassion take him way beyond the other vets in this area. Thank God we have him in Tampa where so many depend on him.

Pros: Dr Hall is the best veternarian in Tampa, possibly the world.

Cons: It was an overall good experience.