Caring Hands Animal Hospital - Merrifield

I recommend this practice. My 3 and 12 year old labs were anxious and after receiving care, their demeanor totally changed and they went from shedding, panting, moving non-stop to calmly laying down and observing/waiting. Additionally, my senior pup has had seizures her whole life. I was able to have a very realistic and helpful conversation with the vet about best practice specific to my needs and my dog’s needs. The vet applied textbook knowledge to her specifically, providing truly patient-centered care. I was in and out with two dogs in one hour. I just switched from another practice where it became the normal to expect 20 minutes just to check in. I am so satisfied with this practice and look forward to returning!

posted: 07/28/2023

I wanted to say a huge thank you to Caring Hands animal hospital for taking good care of our sweet Bruce. We came here for a second opinion and it’s been a long journey trying to find out what’s going on with him. Dr. Hilson has been so attentive and thoughtful in answering our questions/concerns. He takes the time to explain the pathophysiology of the diagnosis and has collaborated with other specialities without us having to make multiple visits somewhere else. Dr. Sites was also great when he had a procedure done. All of the staff and techs are so friendly and we know Bruce is in good hands here.

posted: 12/26/2022

The wait time was less than 5 minutes, which is very quick. The nurse took care of my two cats very well. The vet was very calm and patient when explain and answer my many questions. Highly recommended.

posted: 04/13/2022

Everyone was so wonderful!!! Dr. Bogorad is SO thorough and thoughtful, really takes the time to explain everything to laypeople who have a dangerously limited understanding of biology. Everyone we interacted with was such a treasure -- we have been to many vets over the past 20 years and this was hands-down the best experience.

posted: 08/18/2023

When looking for a new vet, I saw that Caring Hands is conveniently located right at Rt.50 and I-495 in Falls Church, and the reviews in Washington Consumers' Checkbook are exemplary.  Caring Hands gets the highest rating for both quality and price.  I had become fed up with VCA animal hospital's high prices and their continuous efforts to "up sell" more expensive services and products.  I was greatly relieved to find none of that at Caring Hands in Falls Church.  The place is immaculate, the staff are wonderful, and I was lucky to connect with Dr. Andrew Bogorad, who's just as warm, sincere, and caring a man as you could hope to find.  What a wonderful vet!  The prices were all reasonable, everything was explained to me and my questions were thoroughly answered, options were presented, and I felt no pressure to buy-in to any course of care.  There was no effort to "guilt trip" me into buying insurance, some membership plan, prescription drugs, or special "vet only" food (looking at you, VCA). In conclusion, I'm now a client of Caring Hands Falls Church, and I can highly recommend them as a caring, professional, and responsible veterinary practice.

posted: 04/19/2023