Demarest Veterinarian

The change of staff has been horrendous! I trust Doctor Rita with my dog she could simply look at him and know what is wrong but since the old staff Eddie left every single experience has been a nightmare. We don’t get reminder calls anymore when we walk in no one greets us they don’t even take a look at us, the new staff never knows the answer to anything they always have a really nasty attitude. I asked specifically to see doctor Rita because my dog is terrified of DR muller and she always suggested unessary stuff for my dog they gave me the run around, nasty attitude, left me in a room with other dogs charts open and needles open and also took the next apt who had just gotten there instead of me who had been waiting for 1 hour already, Dr Rita is professional and knowledgable but I might have to start looking for a different vet all because of the horrible service of the front desk

It’s not the same anymore. Wait is 1 – 1.5 hour minimum. I loved this place because of their reasonable prices, but they’ve raised prices too. On our last visit we didn’t even see Dr Rivero; another vet examined our dog. We weren’t even asked if its okay with us to see someone else (it was a follow up visit on the previous problem). And when they charged $ 70 for one combo vaccine, that was it for me. Unfortunately, a lot of positive reviews ruined this place. Not going back anymore. Not the same positive experience.

Dr. Rivero is truly a wonderful, fantastic Vet. that cares about all animals! We took our very sick puppy to her and she was amazing! She explained everything to us in detail so we would understand and know what to expect. everything she said was right on the money. I wouldn’t take our puppy anywhere else. Thank god we found her.

Dr Rita Rivero is extremely compassionate, and educated as a Veterinarian. She is kind, caring and genuinely concerned about all her patients. She takes their health seriously and has a great network of professional resources beyond her location.

Hi! I’ve recently found Dr. Rivero. What a fantastic, caring vet! Her staff is equally as caring and knowledgable. Ed and Buket work in the office and are wonderful with pets. I can not begin to enumerate all the many wonderful qualities of Dr. Rivero and her staff. If I did, I would be here all day. They all go above and beyond. You couldn’t pick anyone better to bring your pet to. It touches my heart how they all put my cat and her comfort first. I’ve never had this experience with any other vet. I just love this place and I would trust my cat in their hands anytime. They treat your pet as if he/​she is part of their family, and your pet will become part of their family.
I highly recommend this doctor as a first choice for an A+ experience.
Carolyn B, teacher and animal lover

Very nice and caring woman with a great staff. She saw my dog a number of times and did a good job. My only complaint is that we paid for a number of shots that he didn’t need.

Rita and her staff are the nicest, down to earth people you’ll ever meet. She is driven by the desire to help you and your pets and not by money as most are. Highly, highly recommend.

Kozmo was my first cat ever and he became ill in October. Being from Fort Lee I went to a local vet. Our 1^st visit was upwards of $ 500 followed by unnecessary test I was told were needed.
Luckily my neighbor highly recommended Dr. Rita Rivero. I made an appointment immediately. Dr. Rivero loves animals and is a cat specialist. She ran some tests and when we received the bill for several tests it was a fraction of what we had paid the other Vet.
Her treatment was amazing for she didn’t suggest any extreme measures but explained that at 13.5 years old Kozmo was experiencing common maladies for a cat his age. She held our hand when explaining how to give him antibiotics and special prescription food.
And when it was time to let Kozmo go she could not have been more gentle and kind. Dr. Rivero often performs procedures for rescue animals as well as continues to rescue and heal the animals that need her free of cost in many cases.
Her energy and demeanor is exactly what you would want it to be when your animal babies get sick. She also sells various medications and Prescription Diet food at a fraction of what the large pet chains charge.
Everything about my experience with her was so, positive and I felt compelled to write this review and share with fellow pet lovers my experience. Once I’m ready to get a new kitty Dr. Rivero and her amazing staff will be the only place I go for my pets medical needs. Simply put, they are the best.

A vet and staff (yes staff) that really cares. It is so hard to find a vet that that really loves their job and to be treated like a person, not a $. Dr. Rivero came recommended by the pet store and I cross the GW bridge to see her.
Dr. Rivero and her staff saved by puppy’s life from an aggressive Demodex Mange infection that two other doctors laughed us out of their office when I mentioned his hair loss. She actually considers my opinion and not only saved my dog she makes me feel comfortable. She does not run unnecessary test either.
Great vet, great staff.

Dr. Rivero has a casual, easy going manner, but the thing I appreciate most is that she is excellent at diagnosing. She has availability during weekends and holidays and can always be reached by phone. I have gone elsewhere and ended up paying a fortune and my pets were not properly evaluated. Sometimes you
have to wait a longer time, because she is by herself, but I feel she is very easy to talk to and I like the personal feel.