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| - Let me preface this post by saying that most veterinarians relate better to animals than their human owners, so try not to be turned-off by a vet that seems a bit cold, etc. This advice applies to any vet you meet, not just those at Spring Harbor...
So, Spring Harbor is especially known for Dr Link, who, as I understand it, is known for his work on larger-dogs particularly with hip displaysia. He was not our vet, so I don't know what he's like.
This clinic is also popular among the showing/breeding set (I mean real breeders- those that compete in dog shows and whose litters are spoken for before they're born, not the people who have unplanned litters born in their basements and then try to sell them). This makes me think that the staff is used to dealing with showdog families. I'm not one of them, but have my own dog and usually a foster and am also pretty knowledgeable myself.
Our doctor has been very attentive, but we have had pretty ordinary, general health check-ups and vaccinations. When I did have a brief health scare with a foster dog, the doctor was really helpful in trying to squeeze me in for a visit, and e-mailed too.
In general, I continue with this clinic and vet because I know their facilities are quite complete, our vet is responsive to me and my dogs, and will get back to me and try to get my pet in to see him, even if it's a Saturday. I think their prices are pretty average for an advanced pet clinic in Madison, and quite a bit cheaper than our vet was in Chicago!
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