Testimonials -
What clients are sharing about Dr. Rider and Hello Harmony Vet
Acupuncture has been helpful to my pet. Dr. Rider's knowledge and compassion as a vet is outstanding.
Mary Ann Wicks 9/11/23
Dr. Rider is the kindest, most gentle and smartest vet ever!!!
Vicki of Davenport 10/2/23
Dr. Rider was everything I could have hoped for: respectful, compassionate, knowledgeable and dutiful. I will never forget her and what she did for our family.
Minxe's people 03/14/23
We appreciate the care Dr. Rider gives to our pets. Her thoroughness and compassion are exemplary!
Cindy Fisher
We're so grateful for Dr. Rider and her in-home euthanasia service. We were able to say good-bye to our precious girl in the comfort of our home and let our other dog be a part of it. She let us take our time to say our good-byes and handled our sweet baby with such care. We highly recommend Dr. Rider
Michele Dirk Lewis
Treated our dog like she was one of her own. Gave time afterwards too for us to be with our dog to say our goodbyes.
Luke Westfall
So awesome! Dr. Nichollette Rider came to our home when it was our Bella's time. She is the most caring and amazing vet I have ever seen. I cannot say enough good about her! If you ever need to make this hard choice for a fur baby, please call her. So worth it!
Jules Nelson-Broad
Most wonderful experience we've ever had at such a sad time. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts!
Theresa 4/2021
Thank you again for being the way you are.. you are amazing at what you do and you helped me through the scariest most difficult moment of my life.. thank you for that
C.S. 6/26/2021
Such a caring, compassionate vet!
Tim Remy
In such a difficult time, it was comforting to work through the process with someone so patient and understanding. Thank you so much <3
Anonymous 5/25/21
Acupuncture has been helpful to my pet. Dr. Rider's knowledge and compassion as a vet is outstanding.
Mary Ann Wicks 9/11/23
Dr. Rider is the kindest, most gentle and smartest vet ever!!!
Vicki of Davenport 10/2/23
Dr. Rider was everything I could have hoped for: respectful, compassionate, knowledgeable and dutiful. I will never forget her and what she did for our family.
Minxe's people 03/14/23
We appreciate the care Dr. Rider gives to our pets. Her thoroughness and compassion are exemplary!
Cindy Fisher
We're so grateful for Dr. Rider and her in-home euthanasia service. We were able to say good-bye to our precious girl in the comfort of our home and let our other dog be a part of it. She let us take our time to say our good-byes and handled our sweet baby with such care. We highly recommend Dr. Rider
Michele Dirk Lewis
Treated our dog like she was one of her own. Gave time afterwards too for us to be with our dog to say our goodbyes.
Luke Westfall
So awesome! Dr. Nichollette Rider came to our home when it was our Bella's time. She is the most caring and amazing vet I have ever seen. I cannot say enough good about her! If you ever need to make this hard choice for a fur baby, please call her. So worth it!
Jules Nelson-Broad
Most wonderful experience we've ever had at such a sad time. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts!
Theresa 4/2021
Thank you again for being the way you are.. you are amazing at what you do and you helped me through the scariest most difficult moment of my life.. thank you for that
C.S. 6/26/2021
Such a caring, compassionate vet!
Tim Remy
In such a difficult time, it was comforting to work through the process with someone so patient and understanding. Thank you so much <3
Anonymous 5/25/21
Acupuncture has been helpful to my pet. Dr. Rider's knowledge and compassion as a vet is outstanding.
Mary Ann Wicks 9/11/23
Dr. Rider is the kindest, most gentle and smartest vet ever!!!
Vicki of Davenport 10/2/23
Dr. Rider was everything I could have hoped for: respectful, compassionate, knowledgeable and dutiful. I will never forget her and what she did for our family.
Minxe's people 03/14/23
We appreciate the care Dr. Rider gives to our pets. Her thoroughness and compassion are exemplary!
Cindy Fisher
We're so grateful for Dr. Rider and her in-home euthanasia service. We were able to say good-bye to our precious girl in the comfort of our home and let our other dog be a part of it. She let us take our time to say our good-byes and handled our sweet baby with such care. We highly recommend Dr. Rider
Michele Dirk Lewis
Treated our dog like she was one of her own. Gave time afterwards too for us to be with our dog to say our goodbyes.
Luke Westfall
So awesome! Dr. Nichollette Rider came to our home when it was our Bella's time. She is the most caring and amazing vet I have ever seen. I cannot say enough good about her! If you ever need to make this hard choice for a fur baby, please call her. So worth it!
Jules Nelson-Broad
Most wonderful experience we've ever had at such a sad time. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts!
Theresa 4/2021
Thank you again for being the way you are.. you are amazing at what you do and you helped me through the scariest most difficult moment of my life.. thank you for that
C.S. 6/26/2021
Such a caring, compassionate vet!
Tim Remy
In such a difficult time, it was comforting to work through the process with someone so patient and understanding. Thank you so much <3
Anonymous 5/25/21
Very compassionate in a very hard time
Brian 6/9/2021
I've seen a big improvement in her gait. I told my husband, "she has more pep in her step" than she has in a while.
P.T. 4/23/21
We want to thank you for all you did for us and for [our girl] tonight. She really was the best, and we’re glad you got to see a glimpse of that.
You’re amazing at what you do. We’re glad you were recommended to us, and we appreciate you coming into our home ....
Smith Family
Thank you for your kind help tonight. You were great and took excellent care of Roxy.
Rob 6/2021
I certainly miss my darling boy but am so appreciative of the way you handled his passage from this world.
Diane 5/2021
Dr. Rider is the most compassionate caring vet and person. My Dori kitty had the most peaceful passing and were were able to be supported in kindness, professionalism and sincere empathy. Thank you Dr. Rider
Wendy M. 7/2022
Hello Harmony Vet and Dr. Rider Reviews
Jo Anne Horstmann
01:05 15 Feb 24
One morning in early October I woke up and I went over to my 15 year old dog, Gypsy. She could not get up. Her back... legs wouldn't hold her. I had to help her get up and help her get outside.It was that same day that Gypsy stopped walking altogether. I immediately thought, "Will I need to put her down?" I talked to some friends and two of them told me about Dr. Rider. I live on a farm 40 miles north of the Quad Cities so I had not heard of her. I looked at her website and saw that one of her services was to come to your home to euthanize your pet. I read about hospice which I didn't know existed for animals. I made an appt for Dr. Rider to come out to euthanize my dog of 12 years. I still wasn't sure I wanted to have this appointment as Gypsy wasn't sick, she just couldn't walk. I sent some information to Dr. Rider about Gypsy and then the morning of the appointment, I had a teleconference call with Dr. Rider so that she was also able to see Gypsy. I told her I wasn't comfortable with the decision I had made. She asked me questions to determine the quality of life that Gypsy had. I told her I thought hospice was the way to go at least for right now. She said she would support me in that decision. We had a couple follow-up calls where she gave me several suggestions on how best to care for not only a 15 year old dog but an 85 lb. dog as well. One of many suggestions was to get a harness that led to getting a wheelchair. Today Gypsy has not reverted into a younger dog but she continues to be a faithful companion to me. I am so grateful to my friends who suggested Dr. Rider. She has been extremely helpful. I would highly recommend Dr. Rider and the telehospice service if you live a distance away as I do.read more
Erin Straughter
23:29 01 Jun 23
Dr. Rider is such a compassionate human. Putting my pup down was not an easy decision but I knew it was time. I... couldn’t have asked for a better experience. My Billi got to go to sleep forever laying in his favorite place on the grass surrounded by love. Thank you from the bottom of my heart Dr. Rider. Thank you.read more
Kim Mulder
18:35 17 May 23
my 16 year old doxie slipped a disk in his neck and was unable to walk and with the help of Dr.Rider and her... acupuncture treatments, bacon is up and walking again! we are so thankful and happy with her services.
my other 14 year old doxie got sick from kidney disease and she was so kind and compassionate to us when it was time for him to cross the rainbow bridge.
i highly recommend.read more
my other 14 year old doxie got sick from kidney disease and she was so kind and compassionate to us when it was time for him to cross the rainbow bridge.
i highly recommend.read more
Veronica Anthony
02:21 12 Jan 23
With great uncertainty, I contacted Rider Veterinary Services about my dog Apple. I wasn’t sure if it was “time” to let... her go although her multiple prescriptions and inability to walk 20 steps without laying down told me otherwise. I waited until our appointment day, nervous if I was doing right by my 12 year old Bulldog, and then Dr. Rider arrived. The amount of calm that came over me when she assured me that I had done everything possible for my girl and that I was giving her a gift, was immeasurable. Although I was absolutely broken by her death, I will forever be grateful for Dr. Rider and the dignity she gives our pets as they take their last breath. I cannot recommend Rider Veterinary enough. Thank you ever so much.read more
Kimberly Higareda
13:22 30 Sep 22
I don't even know why to start, to have to make this decision is the most heart breaking thing ever. But knowing we... could do in in our home was truly a blessing! Dr. Rider was patient, kind and made the process a little more bearable. She was calming and explained everything that would take place. She was very patient and listened to our stories and great love of Bailey. Our Bailey was truly a blessing to us and it was the last act of love we could give her, just shy of 2 months of her 14th birthday. Dr.Rider was was a true angel on our dark day. I highly recommend her for all her services.read more
Jordan Moore
23:25 19 Sep 22
I felt Dr. Rider’s loving and peaceful presence the moment she entered our house. As hard as it was to lose our boy... Arlo, his passing was calm and full of love. I will hold this experience in my heart for as long as I live and I will never forget her kindness.read more
Tabbi Pape
20:02 29 Aug 22
I cannot say enough amazing things about Dr Rider and the service she offers. The best way to describe it is she makes... one of your worst days bearable. It was comforting to know we would be doing this in our home, where our cat was comfortable, and I would not need to drive afterward. Dr Rider spent time getting to know myself and my cat. She explained what was going to happen and what to expect. She took the time to make sure both of us were comfortable. At no point did I feel rushed to say goodbye. I will always be grateful for Dr Rider and what she does.read more
Sandy Brookhart-Stewart
11:52 04 Apr 22
Dr. Rider is amazing. Our 11year old English Mastiff crossed over in our own home with us laying right by her side. ... With Dr. Rider's knowledge and compassion she made the situation stress free for our baby. It was the most peaceful passing any of my animals have ever had and I've always been right by their side. There was no fear in our girl and she was relaxed. Dr. Rider turned the worst situation into a manageable one and gave our family the greatest gift. We are forever grateful.read more
Kristin Fox
07:07 10 Mar 22
I had to put down my beloved dog of 13 years, Gibbs, last week, a very difficult decision.
It likely would not... have been possible to even get him to our vet to be euthanized, but even had it been possible, as much as I love my vet, I couldn't imagine having to endure such an emotional experience outside of my home. More importantly, I couldn't imagine putting Gibbs through this, I wanted him to pass in his home environment that he had grown so accustomed and comfortable in.
Thanks to Rider Veterinary Services, this was made possible. Dr. Rider was wonderful and took the time to get to know Gibbs and our family prior to the euthanasia. Dr. Rider was gentle, kind, compassionate, and gave us privacy after he passed to spend time with Gibbs. Four days later, I even received a handwritten card with Gibbs paw prints on it from Dr. Rider.
Should you have to ever make this most difficult decision for your own pet, I highly recommend utilizing the compassionate and dignity filled services of Rider Veterinary Services.read more
It likely would not... have been possible to even get him to our vet to be euthanized, but even had it been possible, as much as I love my vet, I couldn't imagine having to endure such an emotional experience outside of my home. More importantly, I couldn't imagine putting Gibbs through this, I wanted him to pass in his home environment that he had grown so accustomed and comfortable in.
Thanks to Rider Veterinary Services, this was made possible. Dr. Rider was wonderful and took the time to get to know Gibbs and our family prior to the euthanasia. Dr. Rider was gentle, kind, compassionate, and gave us privacy after he passed to spend time with Gibbs. Four days later, I even received a handwritten card with Gibbs paw prints on it from Dr. Rider.
Should you have to ever make this most difficult decision for your own pet, I highly recommend utilizing the compassionate and dignity filled services of Rider Veterinary Services.read more
Elexus Mowery
01:11 01 Feb 22
I would recommend Dr. Rider to anyone! Our Rosie took a turn for the worst in 24 hours. We looked everywhere for a vet... to be able to come to our home. Within two hours Dr. Rider responded and within another two hours she was at our house helping us. We were so desperate and Dr. Rider was right there for us. I could not say enough good things about this amazing lady. She even helped us get a paw print to remember our amazing Rosie. Thank you so so much Dr. Rider!read more
Jennifer Brown
01:24 21 Jan 22
This is an invaluable service, and the vet, Dr Rider is everything you could want in that difficult moment.
Jacquelyn O'Briant
22:03 30 Nov 21
Dr. Rider took a very sad situation and turned it in to a manageable one with her kind, calm, and compassionate care of... our beloved family pet. She explained the procedure thoroughly and was so tender in the entire process, letting us go at our own pace and providing a dignified final moment for our best boy. Our family is grateful for the wonderful service she provided for us, and she truly made the experience so peaceful. Thank you Dr. Rider!read more
Claudia Celina
21:25 27 Nov 21
Dr. Rider was amazing as we made the hardest but kindest decision to bid farewell to our sweet ol’ girl Thora. Dr.... Rider came to know Thora’s medical history and treated her as an individual. When that hard evening came, she talked to our family as if we were friends, and Thora as if she were her own dog. She was very thorough in her explanations, and despite the awful situation, it was as we were friends.
Our grieving process has been, as you can imagine, very difficult. However, there is an ease knowing that Thora passed away in my arms with Dr. Rider’s gentle assistance. I cannot thank her enough for this.
Edit to add: Dr. Rider also sent us a heartfelt, personal card. I read it at a point in the day when I really needed to. Thank you.read more
Our grieving process has been, as you can imagine, very difficult. However, there is an ease knowing that Thora passed away in my arms with Dr. Rider’s gentle assistance. I cannot thank her enough for this.
Edit to add: Dr. Rider also sent us a heartfelt, personal card. I read it at a point in the day when I really needed to. Thank you.read more
Jennifer Teller
14:10 05 Aug 21
Dr. Rider is amazing, she made the process a lot smoother than I ever imagined it could be. She is very kind and... understanding, so grateful to be able to be in such a private setting during that difficult of a time. Will definitely use her services in the future when that time comes.read more
Mariah Conrad
12:12 07 Jul 21
Dr. Rider helped us through one of the most difficult experiences that pet parents face - saying goodbye to our 15yr... old husky Havok. I was nervous having someone we didn't have a previously established relationship with come to the house, but that fear was eased shortly after she arrived.
Dr. Rider is the vet you want during those difficult times. She is compassionate, takes her to time to evaluate the situation before confirming that you're making the right decision, is honest about options and potential time frames if you are on the fence of making a decision. She gave us as much time as we needed to say goodbye to our boy. Working in the vet field I've worked alongside a lot of vets and she's one of the good ones! I'm so thankful to her for coming on short notice and being the support we needed during that difficult time. If you're on the fence about at home euthanasia like I was, don't be. It was such a peaceful experience, my boy was in an environment he was comfortable in. No hussle and bustle of a hospital or stress and I was allowed to mourn freely. Thank you Dr. Rider for your kindness during a heart breaking time.read more
Dr. Rider is the vet you want during those difficult times. She is compassionate, takes her to time to evaluate the situation before confirming that you're making the right decision, is honest about options and potential time frames if you are on the fence of making a decision. She gave us as much time as we needed to say goodbye to our boy. Working in the vet field I've worked alongside a lot of vets and she's one of the good ones! I'm so thankful to her for coming on short notice and being the support we needed during that difficult time. If you're on the fence about at home euthanasia like I was, don't be. It was such a peaceful experience, my boy was in an environment he was comfortable in. No hussle and bustle of a hospital or stress and I was allowed to mourn freely. Thank you Dr. Rider for your kindness during a heart breaking time.read more
Michele Dirck Lewis
00:33 04 May 21
We’re so grateful for Dr. Rider and her in-home euthanasia service. We were able to say good-bye to our precious girl... in the comfort of our home and let our Shih Tzu be a part of it. She let us take our time to say our good-byes and handled our sweet baby with such care. We highly recommend Dr. Rider.read more
Luke Westfall
06:35 01 Mar 20
Treated our dog like it was one of her own Gave time afterwards to for us to be with the dog to say our goodbyes
