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Bartels Pet Hospital Bartels Pet Hospital provides quality veterinary care, boarding, and grooming for dogs and cats in Brecksville, Ohio and the surrounding area. Our primary objective is to assist you in keeping your pets healthy and happy. We want to provide quality veterinary care to help your pets live a long and comfortable life. We pride ourselves on being a full-service animal hospital - capable of handling almost any medical or surgical problem.

We provide a wide range of pet care services: hospitalization and intensive care for seriously ill pets, diagnostic laboratory testing, dental care and cleaning, complete wellness care, full x-ray and surgical services, as well as grooming and boarding facilities for both cats and dogs.
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Bartels Pet Hospital was established by Dr. Harry Bartels in the early 1960's. It has served the pets of Brecksville for over 50 years! Dr. Gretchen Zarle joined the Bartels Pet Hospital team in 1992, and took over ownership from Dr. Bartels in 1996. Through the years, the Pet Hospital has undergone changes and improvements in keeping with the many ongoing advancements in veterinary medicine.
Bartels Pet Hospital provides quality veterinary care to help your pets live a long and comfortable life. Diagnostic imaging allows our veterinarians to look at your pet internally for clues about sickness or injury. Dental care is an essential part of your pet's overall health to prevent dental disease and tooth loss.
Bartels Pet Hospital offers preventive care and services for kittens, puppies, cats, and dogs. Bringing your pet to one of our veterinarians for a physical exam is the smartest and easiest way to keep them healthy. Exams allow our veterinarians to detect problems and diseases that might go undiscovered otherwise, including heart murmurs, tumors, enlarged organs, cataracts, ear infections, ear mites, dental disease, skin issues and allergies.
At Bartels Pet Hospital, our goal is keeping your pet happy and healthy. Thanks to modern diagnostics and our on-site laboratory, we're able to do just that for sick and injured pets. Diagnostic imaging allows us to examine your pet's internal organs and body systems to better diagnose their conditions.
Reviews (22)
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Dennis Gladin
May 23, 2022
Dr Zarle is an outstanding vet. She really cares about the pets she treats and their families. Her kind and caring nature comes through in all she does. We highly recommend her for your pet's care.
Stephen Donaldson
May 11, 2022
The staff at Bartels Pet Hospital is fantastic! Everyone is very friendly and really care about your pets and their needs. I went to several other vets before going to Bartels and felt like I was just a number and that no one really cared and they were just out for the money. Bartels staff is very caring and answered all my questions and concerns. I highly recommend them.
Andrea Beyer
Apr 19, 2022
I called for a refill of flea medicine, was told we have to come in for an office visit. Why? We were there 2x in past year, each time paying an office visit. I could understand if she had not been seen in over a year but I feel this is taking advantage of people. Will gladly find a new vet.
Brandy Weisgarber
Nov 05, 2021
This was my first visit at Bartels. I switched from my other vet because they were an animal emergency hospital. Even though they were nice, it was always so chaotic and I never felt that one on one connection or them being able to take time to explain things to me or get to know me and my pets. From the time I called Bartels on the phone, they were SO NICE and treated me like my animals were important to them before I even scheduled the appointment.

Then when I went in, we received amazing service and felt like we will actually be able to connect one on one and they will remember my animals when we come in. They are maybe a little more expensive than my last vet, but not by a lot. It's definitely worth paying a few extra dollars. From the receptionist, to vet tech, to vet, to check out receptionist, it was exactly what I was looking for for my animals. I'm so happy I found Bartels!
Cathy Sotka
Oct 08, 2021
I love the quality of care and compassion of the Bartels team. My rabbit is mad but at least her nails are trimmed.
Aparna Roy
Sep 27, 2021
Dr. Sionski and Dani were amazing with our dog. I was so impressed with Dr. Sionski's bedside manners, compassion, skills and knowledge. She gave me perfect anticipatory guidance. Thank you Dr. Sionski and Dani for providing stellar care and compassion to Kodak. Linda at the front desk was great too- responsive, most professional and kind. Thank you to all for making our experience exceptional.
Charlie E.
Sep 22, 2021
Best vet clinic around! friendly and knowledgeable staff and vets. One of the only places I trust to take my dog. Thanks Bartels pet hospital for the amazing work you all do!
Josh Golobek
Sep 03, 2021
My dog Toby comes here for vaccinations and he totally loves every single one of the girls but his favorite is definitely Danny
Tara Schiefer
Aug 22, 2021
Lauren Malcom is the BEST groomer. She takes her time and always makes sure that my dog is groomed how I tell her I want him to be.
Lindsay Tryon
Jul 14, 2021
My dog will ONLY let Laura at Bartels groom him. Laura is wonderful with him. I love that they offer complimentary stress-reducing medicines for the groom as well. We will continue to return here for Laura's grooming services.
Dr. Michael J. Lewis
Jun 24, 2021
We changed to this vet last year. So far they seem very good at what they do. HOWEVER, if you have an Rx requirement they are not very competitive. In fact they dispensed a pill for our puppy at around $1.50 per pill, total $70.00, which I found on line at 36cents a pill total $15.00. That's a rip off. I have to buy this pill regularly. When I complained, they told me that they couldn't buy that pill themselves for 36cents & I told them that they must be incompetent buyers.

Not a good answer from them of course. Most vets have been much more reasonable with their foods & pharmaceuticals but clearly this vet doesn't care enough. So buyer beware. Taking advantage of pet parents in this way is a very bad business principle. We may be a captive audience, but feeling like you are being Scammed leaves a very nasty taste.
Toni Tylicki
Feb 23, 2021
I'll never take my dogs anywhere else ever again. They've done my dogs acl surgeries. And have been so thorough with explaining and looking over my girl completely to heal her inside and out. The first time. I appreciate them so so much.
Patti Collins
Sep 19, 2020
Well take our Lab no where else. Linda at the front desk is wonderful. I take Heidi to Laura exclusively for her mani/pediatrics spa treats. Dr Akl and Dr Zarle are wonderful. Discusses options with you about any treatment needed. They truly love their the patients. Miss Dr Pixton since her retirement but hoping she is enjoying life. Highly recommend
Merri Gunzler
Jul 18, 2020
On July 13th I had to put down my sweet 1 year old cat, Charlotte. I called Bartel's that Monday morning and spoke to Nicole and told her to tell Dr. Zarle my cat was having seizures. Told her to call me. back. At 4:00 no one called so I called. Incompetent Dr. Zarle said I could bring her in. In tears, I asked why no one called and I need ER ASAP.

She said it got lost in translation. If SEIZURES gets lost on you then you're a crappy vet. Period. I had been trying to figure out what was wrong with my sweet girl for sometime. Had full bloodwork on her 1 week prior and the Dr. mentioned she grinds her teeth. She drooled A LOT and her pupils would fully dilate but never had any.
Nicholas Mierau
Jun 12, 2020
Took dog to get his ACL looked at (another vet said might be torn) doctor was very honest he didn't need surgery just rest for a few weeks and he should be good as new! I was so pleased with the honesty. Will definitely return if needed and recommend
Samantha Jane Ventura
May 27, 2020
I cannot say enough wonderful things about Bartels. My 5-year-old chow had a traumatic experience at her previous groomer, and couldn't even get through a simple bath without thrashing so hard she almost hurt. herself and her groomer. Her old groomer treated her like a burden, so finally I stopped bringing her there. After some searching I found Bartels and they have been an absolute blessing. Kirby's groomer Laura is kind and compassionate, and takes extra special care of my "difficult" Kirby.

She transforms my fluffy, tangled, talon-nailed lion back into a sleek, smooth pup. I don't trust many people with my dogs, but Bartels makes the cut for sure. Thank you Laura and everyone at Bartels!
Heidi Crawford
May 12, 2020
Smart, experienced veterinarians. I've been going to them since the 90's!
Katie Golden
Sep 13, 2019
First let me say that Bartels used to be my regular pet clinic. Dr. Zarle was wonderful. Then a new vet came (who is now gone) who had a bad attitude and I decided to find another vet. I only brought my pet back to Bartels this time because they tested for something that my regular vet did not. Harriet at the front desk gave me inappropriate and. condescending questioning when I told her that I would not be keeping my rescue cat but would find him a good home.

Because the cat was called NC for New Cat since I did not yet give him a name, Harriet very sarcastically made a snide remark to someone in the back office area (which I could clearly hear) about the cat not having a name. The vet (yet another new one) came in and really tried to rack up the cost of the visit with what I felt was unnecessary additional testing which I now see that some of the other reviewers here also complain about. So, I got the test results for the cat and am now happy to say that I do not have to deal with Bartels anymore. This clinic has really declined in the past few years.
Robert S.
Aug 31, 2019
We have been using this place for a few years now. We rescued a stray cat and all of her treatment has been here. The staff is excellent and super friendly. Our cat likes the staff in the doctors more than she likes us. So on behalf of our cat I give this place 5 stars.
Chris Kulbago
Feb 17, 2019
Everything at Bartels comes highly recommended. The vet techs are caring and compassionate, and Dr. Deak is phenomenal, I wouldn't bring my almost year-old German Shorthair anywhere else. In addition to puppy shots and visits, as well as prescriptions, we had a large scare on the day before Thanksgiving 2018. The pup had some diarrhea issues that. involved blood and 5-10 minute squatting sessions.

She was also going in the house which we had trained out of at this point so we were concerned. We assumed no vet would be open the day before Thanksgiving, but we called and Dr. Akl was there until 7PM. Not only that, but there was an open appointment. Everything turned out fine, but the entire process was handled with the utmost professionalism. I couldn't imagine going somewhere else with our pup.
Dale Andrassy Sr
Oct 12, 2018
We brought in a rescue yorkie.10 year old Sammy. He received excellent care and empathy from the staff. I would highly recommend them. As a lifelong pet owner, we get to know who we can trust. Sammy is frail, and had a tough two weeks as his owner passed away. He is adapting well, and with the help of Bartels staff, he will continue to have a better life. Dale Andrassy Hudson, Ohio PS: my mom (85) adopted this 6 pound treasure!
Kim Lohre Van Valkenburgh
May 02, 2018
I took my dog to Bartels today for his first vet visit after being rescued. I'm a first time dog owner with lots of questions. The Vet and staff were terrific. They were patient, friendly, and informative and made my dog (and me!) feel very comfortable with the new situation. Thanks Bartels!