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Your Trusted Seattle Veterinarians for Compassionate Pet Care
Welcome to Ballard Animal Hospital, where we dedicate ourselves to providing up-to-date, comprehensive, and professional veterinary care with honesty and compassion. Our practice prioritizes client education, individualized preventive health care, and the diagnosis and treatment of diseases, ensuring you and your companion animals feel genuinely cared for. With a focus on building strong doctor-patient-client relationships, we offer annual exams for early health issue detection, tailored vaccine protocols for puppies and kittens, and advanced dental care to prevent systemic infections. Our hospital is equipped to handle internal medicine cases through diagnostics like blood work and radiology, perform surgical procedures ranging from spays to emergency surgeries, and provide specialized geriatric medicine for aging pets.For pets nearing the end of their lives, we offer compassionate euthanasia and cremation services, viewing this as a gift to prevent unnecessary suffering. Our team of experienced veterinarians and staff work diligently to ensure your pet's safety and comfort, emphasizing aggressive pain management and personalized anesthetic regimes. We also support client convenience with in-hospital prescription refills and home delivery services through Vetsource, reflecting our commitment to accessibility and comprehensive care.
Services
Annual Exams
Pet Euthanasia
Dental Care
Internal Medicine
Surgical Services
Geriatric Medicine
RX Refill Services
Highlights and features
- Our team specializes in personalized preventive care and advanced diagnostics.
- We offer emergency services for urgent pet health crises.
- Committed to client education about pet wellness and treatment options.
- Geriatric medicine tailored to aging pets' unique needs.
- Aggressive pain management ensures pets remain comfortable during recovery.
Services
Annual Exams
Annual exams detect health issues early and establish a doctor-patient-client relationship for lifelong pet care. Pets require yearly checkups, with biannual visits as they age, due to their shorter lifespans and rapid health changes.
Geriatric Medicine
Geriatric medicine addresses age-related conditions in older pets, focusing on comfort and quality of life. We manage complex health issues through tailored treatments and compassionate care to support pets in their later years.
Dental Care
Dental services include cleanings, radiology, and extractions to prevent periodontal disease and systemic infections. Proper oral care is crucial for pets, as poor dental health can damage vital organs like the heart and kidneys.
Surgical Services
Our surgical services range from routine spays/neuters to emergency procedures, prioritizing safety and comfort. Pre-anesthetic bloodwork informs customized anesthetic plans, while multimodal pain management ensures post-operative recovery.
Pet Euthanasia
Euthanasia services provide compassionate relief for terminally ill pets, respecting the owner's emotional needs. We support families during this difficult decision, ensuring pets avoid prolonged suffering through humane, dignified care.
People
Dr. Emily Howe
Veterinarian
Dr. Howe leads compassionate care for all pets, including geriatric patients, focusing on their comfort and quality of life through their later years.
Dr. Renee Berry
Veterinarian
Dr. Berry contributes to comprehensive pet care with expertise in diagnosis, treatment, and preventive wellness programs for animals of all ages.
Dr. Michelle Nemeth
Veterinarian
Dr. Nemeth specializes in diagnostics and internal medicine, utilizing advanced techniques to identify and treat complex health conditions in pets.
Dr. Jennifer Wallace
Veterinarian
Dr. Wallace provides surgical expertise and post-operative care, ensuring pet safety and comfort during recovery from routine and emergency procedures.
Dr. Kari Johnson
Veterinarian
Dr. Johnson supports client education and preventive care, guiding owners through pet wellness, nutrition, and behavioral development in young animals.
Questions
What services does Ballard Animal Hospital offer?
We provide annual exams, vaccinations, dental care, internal medicine diagnostics, surgeries, geriatric care, and euthanasia services for pets in Seattle.
How can I request a prescription refill?
You may request a refill through our in-hospital pharmacy or via home delivery through Vetsource, with 24-hour processing for in-house requests.
Does the hospital offer emergency veterinary care?
Yes, we provide urgent care for critical pet health issues requiring immediate attention.
Are there specialized services for senior pets?
Our geriatric medicine focuses on managing age-related conditions to improve comfort and quality of life for older pets.
How often should pets receive checkups?
Annual exams are recommended, with bi-annual visits for senior pets to monitor rapid age-related health changes.
