Companions Animal Hospital

Companions Animal Hospital is an independent small-animal clinic in Merrick, New York, serving dogs and cats, including puppies and kittens. The hospital lists small-animal medicine and surgery, preventive care, in-house laboratory testing, and complementary options such as acupuncture and laser therapy. It notes AAHA accreditation and New York State Veterinary Medical Society accreditation, and it is open Monday through Friday from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM with a weekday closure from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM; it is closed on Saturdays and Sundays.

Services

•Small-animal medicine for dogs and cats
•Small-animal surgery
•Preventive care plans with medical, diagnostic, treatment, and preventive planning
•In-house laboratory and clinical laboratory testing
•Diagnostic work-ups, including pre-anesthetic testing
•Immediate in-house emergency diagnostic testing
•Integrated and complementary medicine counseling
•Veterinary acupuncture
•Therapeutic laser therapy and laser pain management
•In-hospital pharmacy
•Online pharmacy for medication ordering
•Prescription refills for pickup or online ordering
•Written prescriptions for outside pharmacies
•No in-house emergency service is advertised; the clinic lists external 24/7 emergency hospitals for out-of-hours care

Pricing

No published pricing information is available for this clinic.

People

•Cathy O. Klemenger, DVM — co-founder and veterinarian
•Azra B. Marghoob, DVM, CVA — co-founder and veterinarian
•Irene Jimenez — hospital manager
•Lisa Wilson — front office manager
•Tracy Stumpf — associate hospital manager
•Recent reviews also mention Dr. Barnable and vet tech Sydney

Reviews

Google lists a 4.8/5 rating from 133 reviews. A small set of recent written reviews is very positive and describes compassionate staff, thorough exams, clear explanations, and patience with questions. Reviewers specifically mention care for cats, a geriatric cat with repeated medical issues, and a new puppy, with one review highlighting help with learning home fluids and medication administration.

Reviews for Companions Animal Hospital

Note: Showing the 5 most recent Google reviews out of 133 we track in total. Recent reviews may not be representative of overall sentiment.

Nick DiBenedetto

3 weeks ago

I cannot recommend Companions highly enough. Over the years it has always been clear that the entire staff cares deeply about the animals they treat as well as the families that love them. Dr. Barnable is top notch, and is great at explaining details of our pet’s health and providing thorough information on treatment options. He has always worked with us to prioritize the most essential care, ensuring our dog received the best possible treatment without feeling pressured. I am grateful for all that they do!

cynthia leonick

1 month ago

Samantha Jones

2 months ago

Our experience with Dr. Azra & the team has been nothing short of wonderful. They have taken such great care of our three cats, and every visit we feel confident that they are in compassionate, knowledgeable hands. The staff is patient, attentive, and always willing to answer our questions without making us feel rushed. It’s clear that everyone here truly cares about the animals they treat. From routine checkups to any concerns we’ve had along the way, they’ve always been thorough and kind. As pet owners, that peace of mind means everything. We’re very grateful to have a veterinary clinic we trust so much with our cats and would absolutely recommend them to anyone looking for thoughtful, high-quality care for their pets.

Tom Terzulli

3 months ago

Went there for the first time yesterday with a new puppy. Dr. Barnable was very thorough. Great service all around. Highly recommend.

Geanine Berk

We find it quite challenging to adequately describe how grateful we are that Dr. Kleminger and staff, in particular Vet Tech Sydney took care of our geriatric cat Cassius. Cassius was two months old when he first saw Dr. Kleminger and he lived to the ripe old age of 19 largely in part to the exceptional care, guidance and love we received at Companions. Cassius was a strong, fighter who endured, multiple medical emergencies where we thought he might die. All through these crisis Dr. Kleminger and Sydney were there for us. We had to administer fluids and medications at home which Sydney came to our house to teach us every week for months until we learned to do it ourselves. Cassius hated the carrier, and going to the vet, however, he immediately calmed down when Dr. Kleminger would pet him and talk to him. He would fall right asleep when Sydney would hold him on his back like a baby. It was absolutely magical. We love all of the staff at Companions. The front desk staff are loving and compassionate. Thank You, thank you for all being who you are. We highly recommend Companions.