Lake Forest Animal Hospital

Surgical complications resulting in pet death - multiple reviews (139, 140, 92, 505) allege pets died following routine spay procedures due to alleged surgical errors (uterine stump not properly tied off, internal bleeding)

“Bella was a healthy, 2-year-old pit bull who went in for a routine spay surgery (OVH) on May 19, 2025... A necropsy... showed: Bella bled heavily inside her abdomen — 1.5 liters of blood was found... The cause of death was listed as exsanguination”

Alleged overcharging and price gouging - multiple reviews claim excessive fees compared to other vets

“He charged me $2000k more than several vets for the same operation and double the national average”

Alleged lack of compassion during pet death/emergency situations

“What made this experience far worse was Dr. Liberto's lack of compassion. Instead of offering comfort, he made us feel as if our pet's death was simply an inconvenience, asking, 'What do you want?'”

Pricing concerns - expensive compared to other vets(12 mentions)

“Wish the pricing was a little more discounted though, especially when I find myself taking my pet in for care often, seems like quarterly. Vaccinations and treatment charges are expensive.”

Long wait times(6 mentions)

“Good vet and staff, but always a VERY long wait!”

Front desk staff attitude issues(4 mentions)

“The front desk staff were rude and impatient, practically banging on her desk while speaking to me in an unpleasant tone”