Cameron Animal Hospital

We recently lost our 6-​year old dog under the care of Drs. Miller and Houston at Cameron Animal Hospital, and so in no way can recommend them.
We took our healthy dog in for teeth cleaning, dropping her off at 7:30am two weeks ago. When we called at 2pm, she hadn’t even been tended to yet and the procedure didn’t start until 4:30. When we picked her up at 6:30, she was a broken dog, trembling and freaked out, with vomit all over her. We were told she would be «back to normal» the next day. But her health deteriorated rapidly, and despite repeated additional visits and eventual emergency care, by Thursday she was jaundiced, fevered, with failed liver and she eventually succumbed to a heart attack that afternoon. We are devastated by the loss of our furry family member, and lament that her last healthy day was spent hungry, caged and alone.
During her last 24hours, she did receive exceptional care from Drs. Smith and Straus at Animal Emergency and Referral on Bloomfield Ave, they ran repeated tests for trying to find the cure (and cause), but came up with nothing. We can only suspect (we will never know for sure), that there death was caused by some reaction to or mis-​application of the anesthesia that killed her.
Regardless, Dr. Smith sent a card and some flower seeds expressing her condolences. Cameron Animal Hospital gave us a bill for $ 500.

My first experience with Cameron Animal Hospital was back in 2013 when I was in college. One of the stray cats I took care of was viciously attacked by a raccoon. I had nowhere to take him, I knew that my then vet wouldn’t see him unless I paid and I reached out to a friend who spoke WONDERS of this hospital. I called and took him in the same day… I met Dr. Cameron and explained to him what happened. Max was in a very poor state, Dr. Cameron basically told me he would have to amputate three legs and that he may not even make it because of the bad condition he was in… I was heartbroken and at that point I had no idea of how I was even going to pay for such honest and caring service… Dr. Cameron relieved Max of his pain and suffering. I was not charged, I left crying because I knew Max was no longer suffering and in complete AWE of Dr. Cameron not because he didn’t charge me but because I could see the honest love and dedication he had for animals.
General experience with Staff at Cameron Animal Hospital.
I have a sometimes grumpy, feisty and aggressive Chihuahua mix. Her previous vets have always treated her like a ferocious wild beast but at Cameron Animal Hospital not once have they treated her like that. Dr. Ruiz is her main vet and he actually speaks to her in Spanish to calm her down. I recently took her to get spayed and I guess it was scheduled to be with Dr. Cameron, as soon as he walked into the room she growled… he said, «she’s protecting you» something I actually never realized… I always figured she was just a grump. My grump of course, anyway he didn’t come in and in walked Denise* Denise confidently approached my grumpy and picked her right up, weighed her and brought her back to the table. Denise was talking to her, praising her and I can see my dogs tail wag… I left in complete shock. The following day it was time for me to finally see my grump. Denise and Dr. Miller discharged her… Dr. Miller was very sweet and super informative. They weren’t rushing me and answered all of my questions. I had also left my grump with her favorite blanket and I got it back CLEAN, as in recently washed and dried.
Overall, Cameron Animal Hospital is a GREAT hospital where all those who work there truly care for animals. Yes sometimes their phones are busy and they don’t have parking or the wait is to long but I prefer to have an amazing staff with amazing docs who provide great care.
Thanks Cameron Animal Hospital!

I love this place! They take such great care of my baby, which is incredibly important to me. Upon adopting him in May ’15, I became aware that my pup had worms — Dr. Ruiz was extremely patient about explaining the medication, allowed me to step outside to collect a sample instead of asking me to come back later, and followed up promptly with test results as soon as they were in. The staff has always been nothing but kind and helpful, often stepping into the waiting room to greet my little man with compliments and pets! There are very few people I trust to care for my dog, but Cameron Animal Hospital has my full confidence.
My only complaint about the entire office is out of the staff’s control — they have an extremely small office, meaning there is only one person answering phones. I get a busy tone about 75% of the time I call, and I have to continuously call back for close to half an hour to get a hold of someone. Also, the waiting area is shaped in a way that is not conducive to animals, i.e. having to walk closely by other animals when passing into the office. However, given the great interactions I’ve had with the staff, these are minor complaints I’m happy to deal with!

Dr. Cameron is a gifted veterinarian and an amazing human being. The office is old, really old. His father started it. Dr. Cameron can diagnose your dog without tests, using his hands and eyes. He is amazing, nothing short of amazing. He diagnosed my dog with a partial ACL tear that way. He diagnosed her other knee later in time with a full ACL tear. He spotted a problem with her eye just as she was walking in to see him for a different reason. All this with no tests. He is so very dedicated too and more honest than him does not exist. There is no other vetlike him.

Dr. Ruiz is the best. I’m not sure if he’s good at acting or if he really does, but he always remembers us and our dog. There’s a lot of bad reviews but I’ve never really had a bad experience here. The wait can be long (obviously) and the receptionists can be nasty (obviously) but the place is super old and don’t even schedule on a computer system, so what do you expect? I like this place and their funny cat related art work in the waiting room.

I have to say, the care at this place continues to be excellent. That said, they really need to improve their facilities. My dog had some tests done and they said to call if I didn’t hear back in a couple of days. I waited three days and called the next morning, and they said the results were in and they would have the vet call me. He never did. Meanwhile I’m waiting to find out if my dog is seriously ill. And her symptoms continue and I’d like to get them treated. Did he even get the message, and how do messages work at such an old-​fashioned place? Post-​It notes?
The next morning I called again and got a busy signal. In 2015, a busy signal. Then I called again and was greeted with, «Cameron Animal Hospital, can you hold please?» I waited on hold for a long time and then heard the click of someone hanging up the phone. Called back. Waited on hold for a long time again. Lather, rinse, repeat. This is a small facility and they have a tiny little area for a single receptionist, and there’s no one else to take calls AND greet patients. They really need to get more organized. I think they try their best within the confines of the space they have, but it’s not fair to treat customers like this when their pets’ quality of life hangs in the balance. I am thinking about switching vet offices, simply because can’t get through to get the info I need. And if it turns out that my dog needs longterm care, how am I going to deal with this?

I take both my dogs to this hospital. They are so good with animals, they genuinely care and their prices are better than any other in the area. I’ve been very happy with all my office visits and the surgery they performed on one of my dogs. The staff is kind, caring and professional. I highly recommend them.

The best animal hospital around.
The first place I’ve been to that actually cares about the animals more than anything else.
Dr. Cameron is an angel, the staff is wonderful.
I got a puppy who comes to find out was very sick.
The first vet bill was over 300 dollars, he brought it down to 150 and also gave me the option for payment plans. They will always fit you in, you may wait about an hour but their worth every second.

The doctors are caring & easy to deal with. I use Dr. Miller & Dr. Cameron & both are compassionate & knowledgeable. Waiting time improved & the staff is very friendly! Parking can be a challenge but it is in the heart of Montclair so not unexpected.

NEVER, EVER, EVER DID I TAKE ANY OF THE CATS TO ANY OTHER VET THAN YOU.
YOU MUST HAVE ME CONFUSED WITH SOME OTHER PERSON. I CALLED VETS TO FIND OUT HOW MUCH EUTHANAZIA COST AT THEIR FACILITY, BUT NEVER TOOK THE CATS. IT IS, AS ANYONE WHO HAS EVER TRIED TO TRAP A FERAL CAT, EXTREMELY DIFFICULT. I DO NOT HAVE TIME TO TRAP RELEASE TRAP RELEASE, AND TAKE CATS TO MULTIPLE VETS. I HAVE TAKEN MY CATS TO YOU EXCLUSIVELY FOR YEARS AND YEARS. YOUR STAFF ARE JUST BLANTANT LIARS. AND, YOU CONDONE THEIR BEHAVIOR.
YOU, Dr. Cameron, took it upon yourself to take the cats. I, NEVER, asked that of YOU. YOU, Dr. Cameron, took it upon yourself to invest your time, and funds on those cats. I, at NO time, asked you to do that. With that in mind, stop your VICIOUS staff from attacking me. They are more VICIOUS than any feral cat that I trapped in my entire life.
YOU, Dr. Cameron, stated that I could call for updates on the 3 remaining cats. YOU, Dr. Cameron, stated that the cats would be re-​homed, if possible. I, at NO time asked for anything. I, NEVER, asked anything of YOU. YOU, Dr. Cameron, told me that they were going to a feral cat colony. I, again, at NO time asked for anything. YOU, and your VICIOUS staff, are quite CONFUSED. I DONATED $ 400.00, HAVE A RECEIPT FOR THAT DONATION. I, ALSO, DONATED 16 CASES OF CAT FOOD. IT’S A DONATION, SINCE I NEVER RECEIVED A BILL. CAN’T SEND ME ONE NOW. THIS IS A LEGAL DOCUMENT.
I called, maybe, 3 or 4 times in the 4 months that the cats were there. I, only wanted to know how they were adjusting to being confined. Each, and every time, I met with VICIOUS staff. More VICIOUS than a trapped, injured cat. I, at NO time, asked for the medical records of the 3 remaining cats. How dare you lie. I have NEVER asked for anything.
I, did, however, make a LEGAL request that my 2 personal cats’ records be sent to another veterinarian. To-​date — that has NOT been done. How dare your VICIOUS staff refuse to comply with a legal request. How dare YOU and YOUR VICIOUS staff LIE.
If you wanted more MONEY, then you should have asked for it instead of being so VICIOUS. The epitome of passive aggressive behavior.
If the 3 remaining cats have found a place to live, wonderful. If they haven’t, then that is all on YOU, Dr. Cameron.
My conscious is free and clear of guilt if those cats have been mistreated in any way.
You couldn’t have picked a better person to go head to toe with.
Keep it up, it stirs my brain cells.

Came here with my sisters puppy and met with Dr Miller. She is an awesome vet. specifically for her knowledge and personality. She showed us genuine concern about the puppy. The facility itself is nice, clean and has a rustic feel to it. The staff upfront is extremely knowledgeable and friendly as well. I def recommend this to any cat or dog owner. I will bring my other pups as well for the routine check up going forward.

I called Cameron Animal Hospital when my dog suddenly became ill today, and they gave him an appointment immediately. Dr. Cameron figured out right away what was wrong, gave him meds, and my dog quickly started feeling better. This vet is incredibly knowledgeable and kind – he followed up after hours with me and spent a good amount of time with us in the office. He even threw in some free cans of a special dog food formula for sick dogs. Top notch service, I will be back!

First time appointment with Dr. Cameron. The good reviews below are spot on. There is a reason people wait. Yes, the small waiting room was crowded. I felt we were all in this together — humans, feline and canine companions, veterinarians, vet techs, and staff — trying to help our treasured friends be as healthy as they can be. It didn’t bother me. And boy oh boy, was it worth the wait. My cat has an unusual medical condition. Often I am explaining it to the vet and hoping he or she doesn’t think I am crazy for persisting in caring for her. With Dr. Cameron and vet tech Allie, I felt supported in my efforts. They had the knowledge to back everything up. It’s a huge relief to have found such a terrific, caring veterinary practice.

Dr. Cameron is the best!
He is sincere, caring, knowledgeable, and honest. He will not suggest unnecessary procedures.
Dr. Cameron deserves more than 5 stars!

So disappointed. I called to make an appointment for my two dogs and specifically asked for a time when it wouldn’t be too long a wait. I was given Monday at 8:40am. I arrived at 8:20am, filled out all paperwork and sat and waited.
At 9:15, when I still wasn’t seen. I asked about my appointment time. No help at all. The front desk was cold and unsympathetic to me needing to get to work. I never got seen. I left at 9:25am.
I am new to the area and WON’T return here. I will look around for another place to take my dogs.

It is so hard to find a vet that is 100% there for the animals. Dr. Cameron has the biggest heart and won’t nickel and dime you. I’ve been going here for almost 20 years with dogs, cats, hamsters, rabbits, etc. The staff is always very friendly and organized. Dr. Ruiz is the new doctor for my dog… well, the last 5 or so years. He is just as caring as Dr. Cameron and I’m sure has learned a lot from him. Won’t bring my pets anywhere else; even for baths or nail clippings.

I love Dr. Cameron’s office because of the wonderful staff and compassionate service. It also doesn’t hurt to say that I’ve found their prices to be incredibly reasonable compared to other vets in the area.
I will always love Dr. Cameron for giving free vaccinations to a stray that I found (the no-​kill shelter wouldn’t take her unless she was vaccinated). He’s that kind of guy.
The wait times can be long and parking is hard, but this office and the people are great.

The most compassionate veterinarian I’ve ever had the pleasure of bringing my children to. Friendly professional four leg loving staff!
Had a terminally ill kitty who required a lot of vet visits and medicine and they were willing to work with my financial limitations with mounting bills. Highly recommend!
They also have a cat adoption operation they run out of the back of house/​foster homes and if you go through
i believe you can find all the info and set up appointments for viewing

Dr. Ruez is a gem. My dog came in for vaccinations earlier today (the female vet that had seen my dog was equally as wonderful) and my dog unfortunately had a bad reaction a few hours after the visit. I called and was told to bring him in ASAP. Mind you I was coming from whippany right as rush hour traffic was starting and they gave me no guff over coming in for an emergency a while after having called. And on top of all their help, they didn’t even charge me!!! Not an emergency fee, med waste fee, injection fee, NOTHING. They took care of my pup and helped me out big time. I am so appreciative of the way this vet conducts business.

Still love Dr Cameron !!
My bf needed to take his cat for his first vet check up, so we went here. The love that this man has for cats is so strong.
I just love him.