The Cat Doctor, S.C.

I have taken all my cats to the Cat Doctor for the last 15 years, and they are the best! We have had wonderful care and service over the years. When we had to say goodbye to a few of our babies over the years, and they have supported us thru it all. We did have a bad experience with one of the associate vets, but when I called to discuss the issue with the Owner/Head Vet, I was told the associate vet had already left the practice. I can only assume it was because she did not represent the practice ideals of service very well. Dr Christensen is wonderful! more

On June 8, 2011, I wrote the review titled "Appalling" after a very upsetting experience with Dr. Nikki Siebert. My outstanding experience with The Cat Doctor since then has demonstrated absolutely that my prior review reflects solely on Dr. Siebert and NOT The Cat Doctor's owner, staff, and standard of care for their patients and clients. The owner of the practice, Dr. Christensen, took my concern very seriously, and assured me that Dr. Siebert's conduct was a problem they had become aware of and were addressing. Dr. Christensen offered to personally take over the care of my cat, and her expertise and compassion for all cats and their people was evident in her efforts to find ways to diagnose and treat him that were within my means and in the best interests of his quality of life. She went above and beyond to make care affordable and accessible and did more to make my cat comfortable in the last year of his life than any other vet I had taken him to in his 11 years. This has continued to be true for my other cats as well. Their specialized, in-depth knowledge of cats makes them a truly unique and invaluable resource. I also love that they are very devoted to helping cats in need. They work with local animal shelters, taking in rescued strays, providing them with complete care and rehabilitation, and finding them adoptive homes. I would highly recommend them to anyone who wants the best care for their cat, and to anyone who wants to support their much needed efforts to help homeless cats in our community. Their staff is also very knowledgeable and caring, and I have noticed that Dr. Siebert is no longer with the practice. more

This was the worst experience I have ever had with a vet. Dr. Nikki Siebert was abhorrently rude, completely unprofessional, and frankly incompetent. She showed absolutely no concern or compassion for my scared and sick cat or for me. I came their seeking help. She rolled her eyes and told me I was a waste of her time because I could only afford to do about $400 worth of tests at that time instead of over $1000. This is after spending about $700 with them in weeks prior, during which time I also saw glimpses of her rudeness and unprofessionalism, but tried to overlook it, believing that she was a cat expert and hoping to get my cat the help he needed. She was downright verbally abusive. She stomped out of the exam room and I was just completely stunned. I couldn't believe a doctor would treat a patient that way. At least the assistant apologized and assured me that it wasn't my fault and that Dr. Siebert is unfortunately just often "that way". It was very upsetting. She seems to be unstable and a bully. In addition, her treatment recommendations were as flippant and inconsistent as her demeanor. more

Don't bother with this vet. Rude, unprofessional and completely unhelpful. Unless I was willing to shell out money for expensive tests, they had nothing to offer. Prices much higher than other vets as well. Oh, and did I mention rude? I'm never going back. more

The Cat Doctor 236 North Water Street Milwaukee WI 53202 414-272-2287 This is our family vet and we love going here. Even our cats don't mind the trip! This practice ONLY sees cats and the entire staff is dedicated to the health and well being of your kitty. We see Dr Christensen and really like her. I understand that there is a new doctor as well, Dr. Siebert, though we have not had the pleasure of meeting her yet. The care is great, the prices are fair. And the hours are super! Monday & Wednesday 7:30 am - 7:00 pm Tuesday & Wednesday & Friday 7:30 am - 6 pm Saturday 8:00 am - 12:00 pm They also have a cute gift shop with lots of fun kitty things. As well as your typical food and supplies, etc. Give them a call when kitty needs that check up! (This clinic is in the third ward near Milwaukee Ale House) more