Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Emergency
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Compassionate Veterinary Care in Malta, IL
Established over 50 years ago, Malta Veterinary Hospital has been a trusted provider of comprehensive veterinary care for small and large animals in Malta, DeKalb, and surrounding communities. Our family-owned practice combines decades of experience with a commitment to compassionate care, offering services ranging from routine wellness exams to emergency treatments. Our team of skilled professionals utilizes advanced diagnostic tools and laser surgery techniques to ensure optimal outcomes for pets and livestock.We prioritize personalized attention in a small-town atmosphere, maintaining rigorous standards for preventive medicine, geriatric care, and urgent medical interventions. Our kenneling services provide safe, comfortable boarding with specialized dietary options, reflecting our dedication to animal well-being beyond clinical settings. Through consistent service excellence, we have earned recognition as the region's premier veterinary clinic.
Services
Veterinary Care
Emergency Services
Pet Boarding
Laser Surgery
Geriatric Care
Details
- Year established: 1973
Highlights and features
- Over 50 years serving local communities with veterinary expertise
- Experienced staff provides compassionate care for emergencies and routine needs
- Advanced services including laser surgery and digital diagnostics
- Family-owned practice maintaining small-town personalized attention
- Specialized care for both small pets and large farm animals
Services
Veterinary Care
Comprehensive medical treatment for small and large animals, including routine checkups, vaccinations, and chronic condition management. Our clinic combines preventive care with advanced diagnostics to maintain animal wellness. Services address nutritional needs, parasite control, and dermatological conditions for pets and livestock.
Emergency Services
After-hours emergency veterinary treatment available through Dr. Paul W. Augustine. We handle critical situations like trauma, poisoning, and acute illnesses with immediate intervention capabilities. Our emergency protocols ensure rapid assessment and stabilization for pets and farm animals.
Laser Surgery
Advanced laser procedures for spaying, neutering, and growth removals. This technology reduces recovery times and minimizes surgical risks. We specialize in precise, minimally invasive operations for both companion animals and livestock using state-of-the-art equipment.
Pet Boarding
Secure kenneling with personalized care for dogs and cats. Includes premium prescription diet feeding, individual enclosures, and optional grooming services. Boarding requires current vaccinations and operates during standard business hours with flexible stay durations.
Geriatric Care
Specialized health management for aging pets focusing on nutrition, mobility, and chronic disease prevention. Our team provides tailored wellness plans to maintain quality of life for senior dogs, cats, and farm animals through regular monitoring and dietary adjustments.
People
Paul W. Augustine
Veterinarian
Dr. Augustine provides after-hours emergency veterinary care with over 50 years of combined experience at Malta Veterinary Hospital. His expertise spans small and large animal treatment.
Questions
What animal types do you treat?
We care for both small pets (dogs, cats) and large animals including cows, horses, goats, pigs, sheep, llamas, and alpacas.
Are emergency services available after hours?
Yes, Dr. Paul W. Augustine provides after-hours emergency veterinary care for urgent medical situations.
What boarding requirements exist?
Pets must have current vaccinations. Drop-off and pick-up occur during regular business hours with no minimum stay requirements.
How long has the clinic operated?
Malta Veterinary Hospital has served the community for over 50 years as a family-owned practice.
What surgical options are available?
We offer laser surgery for spaying, neutering, and growth removals with reduced recovery times compared to traditional methods.
Do you provide geriatric animal care?
Yes, we specialize in senior animal health management including nutritional counseling and chronic condition monitoring.
