Business Details
12 Years
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Emergency
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Your Trusted Veterinarian in Pickerington for Comprehensive Pet Care
Compassionate Care Animal Hospital has been providing veterinary services in Pickerington, OH since 2014. Our practice focuses on delivering compassionate, high-quality care through a range of medical, surgical, and dental services tailored to each pet's unique needs. The team combines extensive experience with advanced technology to ensure accurate diagnostics and effective treatments. Emphasizing preventive care helps maintain pets' long-term health, while personalized communication fosters trust with pet owners.The hospital's commitment to excellence extends to emergency services, orthopedic surgeries, and a mobile app for convenient care management. With a dedicated staff and state-of-the-art facilities, we prioritize both pet well-being and client satisfaction.
Services
Pet Preventative Care
Pet Dentistry
Pet Microchip Placement
Pet Surgical Services
Pet Orthopedic Surgeries
Pet Drop Off Services
Pet Emergency
Pet Ultrasound
Diagnostic Services
Details
- Year established: 2014
Highlights and features
- We offer comprehensive veterinary services from wellness exams to surgery.
- Our experienced team provides personalized care tailored to each pets needs.
- Advanced technology ensures accurate diagnostics and effective treatments.
- 24/7 communication through our mobile app for convenient care management.
- Focus on preventive care to keep pets healthier for longer.
What people say
Trusted emergency care
Compassionate staff
Excellent communication
Personalized treatment plans
Lifelong pet health focus
Services
Pet Preventative Care
Our preventive care services focus on early disease detection and health maintenance through annual exams, vaccinations, and tailored wellness plans. Routine check-ups help identify potential issues before they become serious, ensuring pets remain healthy longer. We emphasize personalized consultations on nutrition, behavior, and parasite prevention to support long-term well-being.
Pet Dentistry
Comprehensive dental services include routine exams, cleanings, and advanced treatments like X-rays and extractions. Poor dental health can affect overall organ systems, making regular care essential. We address issues such as bad breath, gum disease, and dental pain to improve pets' comfort and longevity.
Pet Surgical Services
Our surgical services cover routine procedures like spays/neuters to complex interventions requiring board-certified specialists. Pre-surgical bloodwork and ECGs ensure patient safety, while dedicated monitoring maintains stability during anesthesia. Post-operative care focuses on minimizing pain and promoting proper recovery.
Pet Orthopedic Surgeries
Specialized orthopedic surgeries treat fractures, ligament tears, and joint conditions to restore mobility and alleviate pain. Techniques like TPLO repair and fracture stabilization address both traumatic injuries and developmental abnormalities. Post-surgical rehabilitation plans enhance healing outcomes for improved quality of life.
Pet Microchip Placement
We offer microchip placement for permanent pet identification, significantly increasing reunion chances if animals become lost. The quick, painless procedure inserts rice-sized chips under the skin, linked to owner contact details via registries. Microchips serve as reliable, lifelong alternatives to collars and tags.
People
Dr. Julie Miles
Medical Director
Graduated from Ohio State's College of Veterinary Medicine in 2006 after a social work career. Specializes in dentistry, feline medicine, and client communication. Prioritizes compassionate care for pets and emotional support for owners.
Dr. Cassie Horvath
Veterinarian
Graduated from Ohio State in 2014 with over 20 years in small animal medicine. Fear Free-Elite Certified, focusing on behavioral medicine, dentistry, and internal medicine while emphasizing individualized patient care.
Dr. Michelle Garcia-Marrero
Veterinarian
Bilingual in Spanish and English, graduated from Ross University with integrative medicine training. Certified in low-stress handling, specializing in animal behavior and acupuncture to enhance veterinary care approaches.
Dr. Robert Guinan
Veterinarian
Joined Compassionate Care in 2020 after practicing since 1984. Focuses on internal medicine and surgery with decades of experience serving communities in West Virginia and Ohio through dedicated patient care.
Jenifer Kemper
Hospital Manager
Veterinary professional since 1998 and Registered Veterinary Technician since 2010. Transitioned to management in 2024, emphasizing surgical excellence, staff training, and creating supportive work environments for the veterinary team.
Questions
What veterinary services do you offer?
We provide preventive care, dentistry, surgery, orthopedic procedures, microchipping, emergency services, and diagnostic imaging like ultrasounds.
Do you offer after-hours emergency care?
While we have regular business hours, our staff coordinates urgent care needs and can direct you to emergency specialists when required.
How can I schedule an appointment?
Book appointments through our website, call us directly, or use our PetDesk mobile app for 24/7 scheduling convenience.
Are payment plans available?
We accept various payment methods but currently don't offer financing options. Third-party veterinary financing can be arranged through CareCredit.
What areas do you serve?
We serve Pickerington, Reynoldsburg, Canal Winchester, Gahanna, and surrounding communities in central Ohio.