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Founders Green Animal Hospital

Updated 2026-07-09 · 1,217 reviewed · 179 listed · Scored from 275 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.8(275) 89 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Verified
General Veterinary CareVeterinary SurgeryLow-Cost & Affordable CareEmergency & Urgent CareExotic & Avian VetVeterinary Dentistry
Founders Green Animal Hospital
Services
General Veterinary Care, Veterinary Surgery, Low-Cost & Affordable Care
Reviews
275

What recent reviews say

Reviewers consistently report a warm, attentive experience where the entire team-from front desk to vets-shows genuine care for both pets and owners. Dr. Mills stands out for her patience and thoroughness, especially with anxious animals and serious diagnoses. The facility is clean and well-organized; staff proactively adjust schedules for complex cases and follow up afterward.

One negative review flagged a specific veterinarian (Dr. Maria Perez) for speaking rapidly, becoming dismissive when asked to slow down, and failing to complete a scheduled treatment. The reviewer stated they would return if that person left. All other recent reviews praise the hospital's growth, location in Central Park, and the visible leadership of Practice Manager Maria, who reviewers describe as always present and smiling.

Recent shift: One reviewer explicitly noted that clinic service "has significantly improved compared to our visit last year," suggesting recent positive change under current leadership.

Praised for
  • compassionate, patient care
  • knowledgeable staff and vets
  • friendly, helpful team
  • thorough exams and follow-up
  • easy scheduling and quick appointments
Watch-outs
  • one staff member's poor communication and rudeness
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Best for: Pet owners with anxious or senior animals, and those seeking continuity of care.
Think twice if: Potential appointment challenges if Dr. Perez is assigned; one reviewer noted poor communication and incompleteness under her care.

Strengths

  • Dr. Mills widely praised for patience and depth with anxious and senior pets
  • staff visible and responsive; proactively offer earlier appointments for complex cases
  • strong follow-up care, including handwritten cards after loss
  • located in Central Park with beautiful facility

Worth knowing

  • Dr. Erin Mills noted for patience, thorough exams, and responsiveness with terminal diagnoses
  • Practice Manager Maria mentioned as constantly available and helpful
  • Staff send handwritten cards after pet loss
  • Proactively offered earlier appointment for senior Shiba Inu with multiple issues
  • Dr. Margolis previously worked here and was also praised
  • Dr. Maria Perez noted for rapid speech and becoming defensive when asked to slow down

What reviews say by service

General Veterinary Care
Reviewers praise thorough, attentive general visits; one reviewer felt rushed and unheard by a specific vet.
Veterinary Surgery
Reviews mention surgical care but do not detail outcomes or complications.
Emergency & Urgent Care
One reviewer secured urgent appointment within hours for a dog with back injury and reported excellent care.
Veterinary Dentistry
No review text specifically addresses dental services.
Exotic & Avian Vet
No review text specifically addresses exotic or avian care.
Low-Cost & Affordable Care
One reviewer explicitly stated they did not feel overcharged and were pleased by the pricing.

How it compares

  • Rated 4.8 against a 4.59 average across the 118 veterinary surgery businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 55% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

Ranking Method
Star rating 86
Review volume 100
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 75
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

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Common questions

Can I get a same-day or urgent appointment?
Yes. One reviewer brought a dog with an acute back injury and secured an appointment within a couple of hours. Another reviewer with a senior pet's multiple issues was offered an earlier time slot the morning of their visit.
Are they open on weekends?
Yes, they publish opening hours for seven days a week.
What happens if my pet is grieving or nervous during a visit?
Staff are trained to work with anxious animals; reviewers report the team remains calm and kind, taking extra time. Dr. Mills is specifically noted for her patience with nervous pets.

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Last updated 2026-07-09