Valhalla Animal Hospital

I have been using Valhalla Animal Hospital for more than a decade! They are amazing, caring providers. They saved my dog Murphy’s life! I am indebted to them forever! They now take care of my two dogs, Nellie and Trix! I would recommend them to everyone!!!

My cat Willy sadly developed a brain tumor recently. Dr. John (Credaroli) was the foundation of the care that diagnosed the problem and meaningfully extended Willy’s happy life before he couldn’t be helped anymore.
At first, there was no obvious, outward reason to suspect a tumor, but at one point not long after first consulting John, something made him suspect that we should rule out a tumor and referred Willy to a neurologist. This of course revealed the tumor, and care shifted immediately to options for slowing it down and allowing Willy time to keep re-​earning his name — willful, active, playful, etc. Jon figured out the balance of steroid and homeopathic treatments that made Willy rebound amazingly on and off for much of the summer, and allowed him to enjoy more outdoor time at the end of his life.
Eventually, Willy reached a point where nothing more could be done for him. The painful decision had to be made to euthanize him before he was simply suffering and not enjoying life. John offered to come do that so Willy’s final moments could be in his trusted favorite environment. That was a selfless act of compassion.
The whole team there resonated the same way, every step of the way. They are in lockstep on their values and beliefs in veterinary care. Billing was very reasonable, with no nickel and diming or dubious promotion/​pushing of diagnostics and treatments which I’ve unfortunately experienced elsewhere.
I’ve owned many pets over the course of my life, and have taken them to a number of veterinary practices. I wholeheartedly recommend this one. It’s the best I’ve experienced.

We have been clients of Valhalla Animal Hospital with our Doberman Dino for almost 5 years. Every time we go there the service we receive with our dog is amazing. We have never been to a more professional veterinarian than John Credaroli. His caring and empathetic ways towards animals can be felt every time you speak to him. His staff is kind and professional, from the receptionists to the doctors as well as his assistant Rocco. Every time we bring our dog in, he is treated with such care and kindness. Whether its a simple nail clipping or a series of yearly vaccinations, our dog is treated like the special part of our family that he is. John is always available to answer our questions any time, something that is VERY hard to find during these days of non caring by most professionals. He is very accurate when diagnosing issues with our dog and easing our fears when we assume the worst.
We have known John for about ten years and we have spoken to countless people over this time who’s pets have been touched by John and his staff’s genuine kindness and caring ways.
Thank you John for always being such an important part in the lives of our pets and the care that you have shown.
Rich and Marie G.
Rye, NY

Our pets have been clients of VAH for over 13 years. John Credaroli and Artie Klock (no longer there) are great vets and of course Rocco who is fabulous. Recently we acquired a Show Quality Teddy Faced Pomeranian. I took him to VAH in October when he came to us for a check up and this is when we found out Artie had left. A female vet (very nice) gave him a check up and all was great. She advised us to wait until he is 4lbs to have him neutered and being honest she told us that she wouldn’t feel comfortable doing the surgery on him and advised we have John perform the surgery. 2 weeks ago I called to schedule same. I told Debbie I wanted John and Only John to do the surgery. I had to wait a few weeks for his availability. Surgery was yesterday the 10^th. I dropped Louie off at 8:30. I called at noon and was told he’s still in surgery. At 2, I called and he was recovering. 5pm, John called or I thought it was John. I referred to him as John and he didn’t correct me. He told me how difficult the surgery was do to Louie’s testicles being so small. I went to pick up my Louie and asked Debbie where John was and she informed me he left. A nice young tech then brought me Louie wrapped in his towel with an Elizabethan color on his tiny head. The bill was a staggering $ 802.00!!! I took him home. While in the car the smell of feces, vomit and who knows what else was dizzying. When we got home I put him in his crate and then I saw he had feces on his back, a clump of blood with something in the fur of his hindquarter. I called and told Debbie what was going on and she put the «doctor» on the phone. As he rambled on I explained how I had spoken to John an hour prior, it was then he acknowledged it was him on the phone and didn’t find it necessary to correct me. I then asked «you did the surgery, not John?» He told me John doesn’t do surgery anymore. If I would have known that Nick Spaccarelli DVM who has been «let go» from 2 other animal hospitals one of which their administator stated «he doesn’t want to be a vet, he just wants the money to fund his «surfing» business. It is now 6am, 12 hours since he’s been home and we are all still awake watching him. He has been shaking, his tongue hanging out of his mouth, he can’t stand, therefore, he is reliving himself on himself and us. My niece Jennifer Gabriele who is a veterinarian in Chelsea, NYC is on her way to my home now. Again, if I was told John wasn’t able to do the surgery, I would have went to my neice in NYC or to Marbletown Animal Hospital. I am done with Valhalla Animal Hospital and Johns revolving door of vets.

I have been coming here with my dog for almost 5 years. She is a somewhat difficult dog (a biter) but Dr. Muoio and Rocco know exactly how to handle her. The exams are thorough and we rarely wait. I am sure I would pay less at Petco or similar places for routine vaccines, etc. but I would not want to compromise on my dog’s healthcare. Office staff is great and I have always been able to make appointments for the same day if necessary. I highly recommend this vet.

I’ve been coming here for nearly 10 years with my two cats. I couldn’t ask for a better animal hospital. Feeling right at home begins right in the waiting room. There’s always a friendly smile when I walk inside. There’s also something very comforting about the antique clocks on the walls.
Everyone is very caring and patient. I never feel rushed, even if I have several questions. One of my cats has special needs, so I’m a frequent flyer, so to speak. In fact, I almost lost my beloved orange cat last month, but with lots of TLC and supportive care from the staff, my cat survived.
I couldn’t be more grateful knowing that I can count on Valhalla for my cats’ needs!

Valhalla a Animal Hospital killed my 7 year old cat. He had two teeth extracted on Friday. He was dead Sunday night. He went in healthy. On Saturday morning he had an elevated respiratory rate and labored breathing and felt warm. I called as soon as they opened. I was advised not to come in, but did anyway. He had a temp of 105.7. They gave him fluid and NSAID. They sent him home claiming it was just pain. He died the next day. This only weeks after making a $ 1200 mistake in blood work. Find a different place if you love your pets. Healthy, lively animals do not deserve to suffer and die. I blame myself for taking their advice and waiting it out. I will never forgive myself for watching this poor boy die slowly for two days.
And compassion is not their strong point. You don’t like to hear, «I’m f-​info sick of people blaming for everything!» from your vet when trying to determine what went wrong with your pet who was perfectly healthy before walking in his door.