I have been going to this Animal Hospital for over 35 years. When Dr. Ward retired, we were worried who was going to take care of our pets needs? Along came Dr. Jose Barbosa. He has been the most caring person I've ever met. He takes all the time you need to discuss procedures. He has a gentle, caring manner with your pets and you. His staff are sensative to you and your pets needs. Once you've been there you feel like part of the family. Prices and fees are comparable with other Vets. I am overprotective with my pets and he understands completely. When our little Maggie passed to the Rainbow Bridge, they all cried with us. He gets attached to his little fur patients as if they were his own. His own dog and cat roam the back office. His staff also bring in their dogs who have become little greeters when we come in for a visit. Our dog, Max, just had a root canal and got a crown - saving the tooth was crucial since it is one of the back molar ones. Max now has bling! We love Dr. B. and his staff.

- MaxMom 08/04/11 provided by Yahoo Local Profile

This testimonial is from Mrs. Suri via e-mail:

I am a big fan!!!  Great photo!  You all are the best, I will always
remember when you put me at ease when Chaka Khan was in Labor, I was
so worried, and affarid and you calm me down and checked Chaka Khan,
and took x-rays, and made me  feel so much better, even Chaka Khan
felt better, Thank You So Much, Your Biggest Fan!!!

T. Suri & Chaka Khan

-Brigitte Worman | 04/06/09

I was amazed at the high quality of care and the amount of knowledge the staff had from the receptionists to the assistants. I will always bring my cats to the Animal Hospital of Hallandale. I could not think of a better place to care for them. K u d o s to Dr. Barbosa, he is the best. Thank you so much for everything.

-Selene | 12/03/08

I feel very fortunate to have been introduced to Dr. Barbosa and his staff: Dr. Pait, Riolando the Tech, Jill, Denise, Carissa, Shannon, Luvy and many others. From the very first visit with my 10 week old Rottweiler puppies, I knew that I would be forming a lasting friendship. Everyone in this facility treats my animals as it were their own. Honestly! Scarlet and Bella literally 'jump" out of the truck and run to the door when we arrive at the Animal Hospital of Hallandale. My dogs are never agitated or upset when i pick them up, even after a day of surgery or shots. The front desk staff. Jill and Shannon, are absolutely amazing! They fill out my insurance paper work without my asking, they send in rebate forms for me, without my asking...they do whatever they can to save me money, without me ever having to ask. I am now unfortunately having problems with hip displasia in one of my females. Dr. Barbosa spotted it very early on which will allow Bella to have surgery and live a more normal canine life. I recommend them with all my heart.

-M. Perodeau RN, BSN | owner of  Scarlet and Bella | 4/26/2008

 I cannot say enough about the love and compassionate care I received from all the folks at Animal Hospital of Hallandale. During the course of my puppy's (Rocco) medical adventures (I think he spent a total of close to 10 days on 3 occasions at the hospital), I had the opportunity to interact with both Dr. Provci and Dr. Barbosa, as well as with Jill and the rest of the friendly and caring staff. Things weren't looking good for poor Rocco when I brought him in, but the staff worked their magic and the story has a happy ending. I cannot imagine a more caring, patient, dedicated, and compassionate group of people and I will never have anyone work on Rocco if I can help it. I had the best experience I can imagine, and feel like Rocco has an extended family (and fan club!) at the AHH. I would highly recommend them and I look forward to my next visit, as long as Rocco's doing fine! :-)

-Steve Cabeza | 10/7/2009