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Your Trusted Partner for Veterinary Care in West Hazleton
West Hazleton Veterinary Hospital has been a trusted provider of veterinary care for over 50 years. Since acquiring the practice in 1996, Dr. Kenneth Trippett has prioritized modernizing facilities and equipment to ensure high-quality medical services for pets. Our team of experienced professionals is dedicated to nurturing the human-animal bond through compassionate care, state-of-the-art diagnostics, and comprehensive treatment plans.We emphasize client education and preventive care, offering services ranging from wellness exams to advanced surgical procedures. With a focus on transparency and community trust, we strive to make every visit comfortable for both pets and their owners.
Services
Dental Care
Surgery
Vaccinations
Wellness Exams
Nutritional Counseling
Microchipping
Spay and Neuter
Laser Therapy
Thermal Imaging
Onsite Diagnostics
Highlights and features
- We have over 50 years of experience serving West Hazleton's pet community.
- Our hospital features state-of-the-art diagnostic and surgical equipment.
- We provide personalized care plans tailored to each pet's unique needs.
- Our team emphasizes client education and preventive healthcare strategies.
- We offer a wellness program with discounts for ongoing preventive care.
What people say
Compassionate staff
Thorough explanations
Gentle end-of-life care
Saved my dog's life
State-of-the-art facilities
Services
Dental Care
Professional dental cleanings and oral health assessments prevent systemic diseases linked to dental infections. Our services include tartar removal, tooth extractions, and gum disease treatment using advanced equipment. Regular dental care helps maintain overall pet health and longevity.
Surgery
We perform soft tissue and orthopedic surgeries with pre-anesthetic bloodwork and monitoring. Our surgical suite features modern equipment for procedures ranging from spays/neuters to complex tumor removals. Post-operative care includes pain management and recovery monitoring.
Vaccinations
Core and elective vaccination programs protect pets against infectious diseases. We offer rabies, distemper, and feline leukemia vaccines with personalized schedules based on age and lifestyle. Vaccinations help prevent costly emergencies and maintain herd immunity in the community.
Wellness Exams
Comprehensive physical exams detect early signs of illness through organ palpation and lymph node assessment. Annual exams include weight management guidance and parasite screening. Preventive care helps avoid advanced disease progression and treatment costs.
Onsite Diagnostics
In-house bloodwork and urinalysis provide rapid results for sick pets and pre-surgical screening. We perform complete blood counts, chemistry panels, and thyroid testing. Immediate diagnostics enable faster treatment decisions for critical cases.
People
Dr. Kenneth Trippett
Veterinarian
Graduated from University of Pennsylvania Veterinary School in 1991. Specializes in thorough diagnostics and client education. Has owned the hospital since 1996, focusing on modernizing equipment while maintaining compassionate care standards.
Questions
What veterinary services do you offer?
We provide dental care, surgery, vaccinations, wellness exams, diagnostics, and emergency services for cats and dogs.
Do you handle pet emergencies?
Yes, we offer emergency care with telemedicine consultations available for urgent situations after hours.
Are payment plans available?
We accept major credit cards and recommend pet insurance. Payment is due at time of service.
How often should pets receive checkups?
Annual wellness exams are recommended for most pets, with more frequent visits for senior animals or those with chronic conditions.
Do you provide care for exotic pets?
We primarily treat cats and dogs, but can offer basic care for some small mammals and birds.
