Creature Comforts Animal Hospital

We received a free exam when we adopted our puppy from the SPCA, and we couldn’t be happier with our vet choice. Dr Barker was very professional and warm in regards to the exam, and she was very helpful as well. Knowing that we were first time puppy parents, she gave us a packet and information on vaccinations and what we should be doing with our little one.
The visit was very good for our pup, and it was immensely useful for us as dog owners as well.
We would highly recommend this place.

My outdoor cat can be a bit of a terror. She kills mice, snakes, and even large bluejays. One night this week I came home to her in the process of taking out a small bunny. My heart broke for it and I whisked it away before she could finish the kill. The poor thing was in shock and clearly injured. The next day I reached out to creature comforts (after being told by someone that they will take injured animals) and my wife brought it into their office. I know some will say «let nature take its course» but sometimes that’s not easy to do. The kindness this office displays in their care for even the smallest of animals is amazing and I thank for this. Even though the little guy didn’t make it, I can’t thank them enough for just trying. Others would have discarded it without a care, but not these kind people.
Thank you and if my outdoor terror ever needs help, you’ll be the place we go!

I have been taking my animals to Dr. Fairlie for years and frankly would never go anywhere else. I travel an hour and a half to see her and think nothing of it for the quality of care that she provides. Her facility is immaculate and everyone is incredibly friendly. They definitely go the extra mile for all of their patients. From the techs to the Drs. they treat all of their patients as if they were their own pets. Their follow up is fantastic as well and they provide results very quickly. Their prices are considerably lower than other places I have been in the past as well. They are simply the best and I would recommend them to anyone looking for superb quality veterinary care for their pet.

This is, hands down, the best Vet that I’ve ever been to. We bring our 2 dogs, cat, snake, and rat to see Alissa & her staff. Not only is Alissa the smartest Vet that I’ve ever seen, but she’s almost the kindest and most compassionate. Her staff always greet us with such a positive energy that’s so refreshing. I could go on forever but she’s helped my puppy that was attacked by a dog heal incredibly quickly, she helped a friend of mine with their dog that had a skin condition for the dog’s entire life and had the dog cured, healthy, and happy in a matter of months. Simply… amazing! 5 stars aren’t enough.

We have been seeing Dr. Fairlie for about 3 years and we travel 1 hour from northeast NJ just to see her! She is caring, compassionate, knowledgable, as well as very accommodating with our schedules. The staff is extremely friendly and remembers you and your pet by name. Her prices are very reasonable compared to other veterinarians in our area.
She is not just a standard veterinarian, she has been globally trained in dealing with a wide variety of species, ranging from the normal household pets to the unusual variety. Dr. Fairlie provides standard medical practice as well as advanced medical care to include surgery and intensive care. She has made it a point to hire staff that reflect her professionalism and has recently brought on a new doctor that shares her skills and compassion. Although I have only seen Dr. Barker once, I was highly impressed with her professionalism and care for our dog.
The office as well as exam rooms are always spotless and the environment feels warm and welcoming.
I would recommend Dr. Fairlie & staff at Creature Comforts Animal Hospital to any and everyone that would ask my opinion for a trusted vet.

If you are looking for a vet who is looking to squeeze every dime out of your pocket whilst being completely rude at the same time, then this is the Vet for you. I have taken my pug there twice. The first for an annual visit and shots. I wasn’t impressed with Dr. Barker then who pushed every product they had while putting down the ones my dog was on but I decided I’d stick with it for the time being since it was so close to my house. After my dog injured himself while I was in vacation I called right away to schedule an appointment. I was told if I wanted to get in any sooner I would be charged extra for an emergency fee. When I finally brought my dog in i was right away insulted by the vet. Dr Barker clearly does not know how to speak to a human being because she was also extremely rude to her own vet assistant. She told me my dog needed x rays and when I asked her for a price estimate she said she would need to get back to me. A few days later the x ray estimate was $ 850! Not to mention she pushed several other tests that would cost me over $ 1000. When i asked her about the prices for the tests she condescendingly asked «why are you on a budget?» Dr. Garner in Hyde Park by the way only charged $ 40 for the same exact x ray on another dog I know. Absolutely absurd! Will never go to this vet again.

I can’t convey in words the complete lack of professionalism of creature comforts animal hospital. The staff is completely lost. They disclosed my personal information to my sitter. They wouldn’t tell me the status of my dog and told me I had to wait and speak to the doctor. Which to me is a sign of bad news. They left me in that state for hours and it was over nothing. They don’t return phone calls for days. The vet is extremely capable and competent, however her support staff is a complete waste of space. You will find yourself extremely frustrated and furious and thats before you even get the bill. If you take a chance by going to them you will see. Why take that chance? Spare yourself the aggravation I went to flannery they are great even if it was 45 min away. Completely worth it. They know what they are doing and I’m satisfied. If your spending copious amounts of money wouldn’t you want to be happy with your vet.

Creature Comforts Animal Hospital is really something to Tweet about! Recently I was in need of a veterinarian who would treat ferrets. Unbelievably, there are far and few such place that treat such animals referred to as ‘exotic pets’. Thankfully, I came across Creature Comforts — and this place is really something to take ‘paws’ at! They not only take on your basic care of your pup and kitty, but seemingly treat every type of animal that Noah brought onto his ark.
I can’t stop ‘howling’ with delight of how professional and compassionate every single staff member was at Creature Comforts — from my first phone call to check out, I was made to feel like my pet was treated as the top dog (err, top ferret in my case). The veterinarian, Dr. Barker (for reals — Dr. Barker!) had such a kind, gentle, and caring way about her, I felt my fur-​child was treated puuuurfectly.
No one wants to see their pet sick — and especially when it’s so difficult to find proper care for their special friends, but Creature Comforts Animal Hospital in Poughkeepsie has my tail wagging! When your pet is in need, don’t pussy foot around — hop over to Creature Comforts!