Business Details
29 Years
experience
Full-Service Veterinary Care in Ottsville, PA
Durham Valley Vets was founded in 1997 by Dr. David Peterson, who transformed a former bicycle shop into a fully functional veterinary clinic through dedicated evening renovations. After 26 years of ownership, Dr. Peterson transitioned the practice to Drs. Minjeong Gwon and Ryan Epple in 2023, who continue to lead with the same compassionate ethos. Our team prioritizes preventive care, early disease detection, and chronic condition management, emphasizing the importance of routine check-ups and tailored vaccination protocols. We offer comprehensive services including in-home visits, advanced diagnostic testing, surgical procedures, and specialized treatments like laser therapy and allergy management. Our pharmacy and partnerships ensure medication accessibility, while our prescription diet programs address conditions like diabetes and renal failure.We maintain a focus on technological upgrades, such as digital X-rays and Spectrum Allergy Testing, to enhance diagnostic accuracy. The practice remains rooted in community service, balancing affordability with high-quality care for pets across all life stages. Our continuity of staff fosters familiarity and trust, ensuring consistent support for both pets and their owners. With decades of combined experience, our veterinarians approach each case with expertise and empathy, aligning treatment plans with individual pet needs and owner preferences. This enduring commitment to excellence and community partnership defines our mission to improve companion animal health throughout Upper Bucks County and beyond.
Services
Regular Office Visits
House Calls
Dentistry
Microchipping
Elderly Pet Care
Lab Work
Surgery
Laser Therapy
Prescription Diets
Details
- Year established: 1997
Highlights and features
- We offer flexible payment plans for veterinary care.
- Our team provides in-home visits for stressed or mobility-challenged pets.
- We utilize digital X-ray and Spectrum Allergy Testing for precise diagnostics.
- Our pharmacy ensures immediate medication access with prescription transfer options.
- New ownership maintains continuity through retention of experienced staff members.
Services
Regular Office Visits
Our comprehensive wellness exams track pet health metrics and detect early disease indicators. Doctors address chronic conditions like diabetes and thyroid disorders while creating customized vaccine protocols considering geographic disease risks. We provide reminders for booster shots and maintain detailed medical records to ensure continuous care.
House Calls
Available for established clients with transportation challenges or stressed pets, our house calls accommodate multiple pet vaccinations and breeder needs. We also offer compassionate home euthanasia services, allowing pets to remain in familiar surroundings during their final moments with personalized family support.
Dentistry
Under general anesthesia, we perform complete oral examinations, ultrasonic scaling, and extractions as needed. Our dental care prevents systemic infections from periodontal disease while addressing pain management through post-operative medications and antibiotics when required for optimal recovery.
Lab Work & Testing
On-site 4DX and Feline Combo tests deliver rapid results for heartworm and tick-borne diseases. We utilize reference labs for advanced bloodwork and biopsies while offering Spectrum Allergy Testing with customized treatment plans and hypo-sensitization serums based on individual pet profiles.
Surgery
We perform spay/neuter procedures, tumor removals, and foreign body extractions with pre-surgical evaluations. Our surgical capabilities include wound repair, ear hematoma treatment, and emergency exploratory operations using modern anesthetic and monitoring equipment for patient safety.
People
Dr. Minjeong Gwon
Co-Owner
Dr. Gwon acquired Durham Valley Vets in 2023 after years of clinical experience. She focuses on maintaining the practice's community-oriented approach while implementing service enhancements through evidence-based veterinary medicine.
Dr. Ryan Epple
Co-Owner
As co-owner since 2023, Dr. Epple combines technical expertise with compassionate care. He works closely with staff to preserve the clinic's legacy while introducing modern veterinary practices for improved patient outcomes.
Dr. David Peterson
Founder
Dr. Peterson established Durham Valley Vets in 1997, transforming a retail space into a veterinary clinic. He maintained dual roles until 2023, building a foundation of accessible, quality pet care that continues under new ownership.
Dr. Jo Closser
Veterinarian
Dr. Closser has served the practice since 2010, bringing expertise from Auburn University's College of Veterinary Medicine. She provides continuity through her decade-plus experience in companion animal care and preventive medicine.
Questions
Does Durham Valley Vets offer payment plans?
Yes, we now provide flexible payment plans to help manage veterinary care costs for our clients.
What areas do you serve?
We primarily serve Upper Bucks County PA and surrounding communities from our Ottsville location.
Do you provide in-home veterinary services?
We offer limited house calls for established clients with transportation challenges or stressed pets requiring care.
What diagnostic capabilities do you have?
Our clinic features digital X-ray, on-site blood testing, and partnerships with reference labs for advanced diagnostics.
Are prescription diets available?
Yes, we carry Royal Canin, Hills, and Purina Veterinary Diets with palatability guarantees for various health conditions.
What surgical procedures are performed?
We handle routine spay/neuter surgeries, tumor removals, wound repairs, and emergency procedures like foreign body extraction.
