Smitherman Richard E DVM

I'm appalled to say the least. He will offer no referral or recommendations, only his own personal advice. I needed an orthopedic veterinarian for my puppy, I had noticed laxity in his hips already, but I wanted a primary veterinarians opinion, and ideally a recommendation to see someone else. Dr. Smitherman refused to even look at him, claiming he's too young to tell, and not to worry about it. He couldn't swallow his pride to let me see a new doctor, and so now none of my family, or their dogs, will return to him (approx. 12 dogs no longer being seen there). Dr. Smitherman is NOT an orthopedic veterinarian, just an old man taking advantage of people who need what he can't offer. If I'd listened to him, my dog would have never received the care he needed, which I only made by a few days,

The doctor listened to my concerns, answered my questions about what I should do. My dog was in pain and crying and the vet gave me suggestions of what to do. He was great. I didn't end up taking my dog in that night but I now have a place I trust to take my dog when I need to.

Dr. Smitherman the best! Always gives excellent care. Attentive, knowledgeable, personable and very informative. He goes above and beyond to make sure our fur babies stay healthy. 🐾

They helped our little girl in her time of need, they are a blessing to our akita