I've been taking my dogs and cats to Dr.Lavitt for about 25 yers. Wouldn't trust my "family" to anyone but the best. No matter how busy he is, he finds the time to fit us in because he loves animals. If I were to compare him with human doctors, I'd have to say he's no different with animals except that his bedside manner cant be beat and he's more accommodating. When my dog got hit by a car, I was totally broke. He had me bring the dog in, checked her out thoroughly, and showed me what to do to keep the wounds clean and bandaged. Great Dr.!