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Compassionate Care Animal Hospital
Compassionate Care Animal Hospital
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7425 Jolly Lane Brooklyn Park, MN 55428
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(20 Reviews)
Service
3.5 star average for Service
Environment
4 star average for Environment
Expertise
4.5 star average for Expertise
Staff
2 star average for Staff
Recommended
2 star average for Recommended
Value
3 star average for Value
“Compassionate” is not the word to describe this place. Judy Funk is arrogant and cold and treated us like crap.

I brought my dog in because we were having issues with his eyes and leg. He is around 15 years old (he’s a rescue so we’re not 100% sure of his age) with slow-moving cancer and arthritis. Upon greeting Judy, my mother said “hi, Judy!” because she had brought our childhood dogs in to see her for years. She was simply excited to see the woman. Judy responded with, “I didn’t go to school for years to be disrespected, it’s Dr. Judy.”

Okay…. “Doctor” judy….

We got down to business looking at doggo’s leg. She decided he had an ACL tear that never healed (even though the x-ray images we paid for were unreadable by our normal vet and I now have to pay for another round of them). I’m not sure how she came to this conclusion, as our regular vet stated “An ACL tear is possible, but there is no way to know for sure without an MRI.” Also, at no time in the 10 years that I’ve had him has he sustained any leg injuries, so I have zero clue when it would have happened unless it was before I adopted him. She straight up said to us “If this was my dog, I’d be in tears. I may call the ASPCA.”

To reiterate: I went in for help because our primary vet was full. Instead of providing help, she threatened to call the ASPCA on me. To do what, exactly? She had seen him two weeks prior for the initial appointment for his eyes and he was walking in what his version of normal is (for a 15 year old dog with cancer and arthritis). She didn’t threaten then, so what changed, Judy? How are you going to write in his discharge notes that he is a “very healthy dog” and simultaneously threaten me?

We also asked if he was her dog, would she put him through surgery or go the pain management route? I always ask my vets what they’d do, because at his age, I’m unsure if putting him through a serious surgery would be beneficial for him. She responded with “Oh, no, I’m not playing that game.” What game!? I was genuinely curious about options, not trying to be combative in any way.

The arrogance and disrespect coming from Judy was out of this world. If your pet is in need of help, I’d recommend anywhere but here. Judy is demeaning and will make you feel like a terrible pet parent. I waited to post any of this until I could get him back into his primary vet and a separate specialist just to make sure I wasn’t actually doing something terrible. Turns out, I’m not. In her discharge notes, Judy even wrote that he is “otherwise a very healthy dog.” Not sure how she has the audacity to write that after threatening to report me, but there you have it. The bedside manner of an old, crotchety, funk.
by Olivia xxx.xxx.175.102
May 31, 2024
Dr. Judith Funk is unprofessional, in my opinion. We have serviced two cats and three dogs with this clinic. Many times we saw Dr. Erickson, whom seemed more compassionate about the animals and their families versus making a quick buck. I had received a letter from Dr. Funk discontinuing our services after what appears to be misinformation on her end. We originally contacted the clinic to talk about quality of life for my 14 year old dog who had an awful smell coming from him. We were told that we could talk to the Vet prior to making a decision to lay him down, and that if labs were conducted there would be a charge. When we arrived, Dr. Funk rubbed my dog, told me that he had lost his muscles in his back legs, which we have already known, and that he was very much in pain. She spent a total of 3-5 minutes with us during discussion of quality of life and became a bit agitated when we said we could not afford her option of keeping our dog comfortable and being told by her assistant the cost per month to do so. She questioned why I had questioned her clinic, over $25? Very unprofessional, but I guess that’s why we asked for the other doctor before because Dr. Funk truly has no compassion for animals, nor their famili It’s all about making a dollar. Discharging two clients of the clinic over her staffs misreprentation and $25, that she would’ve asked about if she were the one being told something different.
by Raeanne Brown xxx.xxx.238.200
November 17, 2017
We have wentf to compassionate care for years. We took are shy dog to see vet Judy. Shecame in the exam room with a muzzle . She said this has to be put on and she got bite to many times by dogs. If her policy has changed she should send out a notice so you don't go in and have any idea what is going to happen , Our dog is like our children.I can understand her fellings but how she put it across and not letting you know not Copassate at all
by Anonymous xxx.xxx.170.156
September 23, 2016
Horrible! Dr Judi is neither compassionate nor caring. I would not refer anyone here...not even my worst enemy....Yep she is that bad. How sad for her to ruin the Funk veterinarian good name.
by Sue xxx.xxx.158.9
April 28, 2015
Do not take your pet to Judith Funk. She is the worst vet ever. She is rude and nasty to her staff. Most over she will treat your pet with no compassion. She was terrified to even work with my dog, (who is very well trained). She ordered a muzzle be placed on him. That's her easy way of doing an examination is grabbing a muzzle. Too bad there's not a muzzle for her when she starts talking rude and nasty to her staff :-)
by BAD VET xxx.xxx.87.210
April 07, 2015
Did this provider have reasonable prices?
No, it was expensive.
Was this veterinarian compassionate when your pet was sick?
No, they just told me worst case scenario with total disregard towards my feelings.
by Anonymous xxx.xxx.189.48
September 27, 2013
Was it clear that this provider takes pride in the appearance of his/her office?
Definitely! It was one of the best looking offices I've ever seen!
by Anonymous xxx.xxx.90.168
July 16, 2013
Was there annoying music playing while you waited or during your visit?
No, if they had music on it was very soothing
Was this provider late to your appointments?
No, they were on time
Were you able to relax during your appointment?
Not really, I was a little uneasy
Does this provider always put the customer first?
Yes, they always put customers first
Does this provider offer any coupons, discounts or promotions?
Yes
by Anonymous xxx.xxx.227.78
February 01, 2013
Did they follow up with you after your appointment?
No, but they said they were going to!
Was it easy to make an appointment with this provider?
Yes
Was there a designated area for your dog to go to the bathroom?
Yes, It was extremely convenient and well kept
Did this provider ever postpone your appointment?
No, they never postpone my appointment
Does this provider leave you on hold for a long time when you call?
No, they are really great about answering the phone right away
by Anonymous xxx.xxx.135.66
December 24, 2012
Were the waiting room chairs comfortable at this animal hospital?
Average
Was your pet anxious to leave this veterinarian's office?
Extremely anxious! My pet was so relieved when we left
Does this provider always put the customer first?
Definitely not. They seem to care more about themselves
Was there annoying music playing while you waited or during your visit?
No, there was no annoying music
Did this provider ever postpone your appointment?
No, they never postpone my appointment
by Anonymous xxx.xxx.160.163
December 09, 2012
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7425 Jolly Lane, Brooklyn Park, MN 55428