What Our Customers Are Saying
In this video, you can see two similar aged English Bulldogs running and playing. One of them has had Brachycephalic surgery (Correction of Stenotic [narrowed] Nares and Elongated Soft Palate surgery). You can tell the first one is having a hard time breathing because his tongue is flipped back and he continues to do that for a prolonged period. On the other hand,the second Bulldog is panting a little but stops quickly, her tongue is not flipped back and she closes her mouth to breathe through her nose which is normal. Brachycephalic breeds who have had corrective surgery are less prone to heat stroke, they have more stamina and they will not have chronic respiratory problems as they age. As a result of the surgery, they have less anesthesia risk in the future and overall live a happier life.
Dear Dr. Saleh:
I, along with the teachers/staff listed below want to thank you for spaying "Mama" on Thursday, February 9, 2012/ Please know that your willingness to "go the extra mile" for this cat and her family has not gone unnoticed. The family is appreciative and they did not have the monetary means to have her sprayed. Considering I was told she was pregnant again, waiting for Hillsborough County to provide a voucher for a $10.00 spay would have put "Mama" at a critical point in her pregnancy and more risk I assumed. Your prompt response to Dr. Danielson's inquiry and coordination with me put everyone involved in this case at ease and we could breathe a little easier.
Thank you, Dr. Saleh for your generosity. All teachers of this family's children who attend Citrus Park Elementary plus the school's registered nurse and school psychologist have pitched in to pay for extra immunizations and flea treatment. These Citrus Park elementary staff members have these children's best interest at heart and, in addition, we all have the Lopez animals best interest at heart too! Anything extra and above the final bill will be donated to your angel Fund.
Sincerely,
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Grace Hutchinson, MSW |
Peggy Middleton, teacher |
Judy Shargaa, teacher |
Marci Willis, R. N. |
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Melissa Leonard |
Marcy White, teacher |
Lourdes Kelleher |
Testimonial for Dr. Farid Saleh-Ehrlich Animal Hospital
This is a heartfelt testimonial for someone who is not only a phenomenal veterinarian, but a wonderful, caring individual. Dr. Farid Saleh has been our household veterinarian for about a year now. We started going to him with our dog, Ally, and we go to him for our puppy, Marcy. Dr. Saleh met Ally when we took her in to see if we could get her eye mole removed. She had it there for a long time, previous vets informed us that it was not a problem, but it had gotten large and seemed like it was bothering her. When we first took her in, the entire office was wonderful with her. She enjoyed her visit very much (just like Marcy does every time!). Prior to getting the mole removed, however, they had to take blood to make sure she was okay for surgery.
Unfortunately, the levels in her blood were off, indicating what could be serious problem. We took her in for x-rays to check to see what the problem was, and it was discovered that she had a massive tumor in her spleen that had spread to her lungs. She was given a few months. This was heartbreaking news.
During the next week or so, I contacted Dr. Saleh several times with many questions about what to expect. He was up-front with me, but also very soothing and comforting. And more importantly than that, is that he was always available. If I called and he was with another patient, he contacted me soon thereafter.
Ally was fortunate to live longer than anticipated, but as Dr. Saleh indicated would happen, her decline came rapidly, and we knew it was time. My husband took her in to put her down. He has previously experienced this emotional task, and he told me that Dr. Saleh was by far the best that he'd seen. Dr. Saleh made sure Ally was comfortable, giving her many treats (which she surprisingly ate, even though she wouldn't eat for days prior), and when the time came, he informed my husband how it was going to happen, and she went peacefully. He told me that he was very impressed with how the entire office treated him (and Ally). Dr. Saleh really made an awful situation a bit easier to endure. While it was by no means easy, it speaks volumes to me that my husband mentioned that he noticed such a big difference with Ehrlich Animal Hospital.
The part that seemed to really amaze me was when a few days later, flowers came addressed to our family with condolences from Ehrlich Animal Hospital and a card from Dr. Saleh. He wrote a note to our family about Ally. It was handwritten and heartfelt, and I can't even begin to express how grateful we are. This is not something we have ever experienced. It seems to be the way that Ehrlich Animal Hospital does things –always going above and beyond. The staff is always wonderful, and they don't come any better than Dr. Saleh.
With heartfelt thanks…
Debora Thomson
My 4 year old iguana suffered burns from overhead lighting about 2 months ago. Dr Saleh and Dr Danielson both treated him with the most loving and expert care I coulsd possibly ask for. I just wanted to say that this is the most professional, affordable and friendly staff I have ever seen in any office. I'm recommending you to every exotic pet owner I know. Thank you again doctors and staff. You'll be seeing more of Blanka the friendly Green Iguana in the months and years to come.
