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Your 24/7 Veterinarian in Cape Girardeau, MO
Dogwood Veterinary Hospital is a full-service animal hospital dedicated to providing emergency treatment and routine medical, surgical, and dental care for pets. Established as a trusted local provider in Cape Girardeau, MO, the hospital combines expert veterinary care with compassionate service, treating pets as cherished family members. The team prioritizes preventive care, advanced diagnostics, and personalized treatment plans while maintaining affordability for pet owners. Their services span wellness exams, senior pet care, parasite control, dental procedures, soft tissue surgery, and emergency care.The hospital emphasizes community engagement, offering 24/7 emergency support and online appointment booking to streamline client access. By integrating state-of-the-art technology with a family-friendly approach, Dogwood Veterinary Hospital aims to build lasting relationships with clients while ensuring pets receive comprehensive, high-quality care.
Services
Pet Dental Care
Cold Laser Therapy
Soft Tissue Surgery
Pet Boarding
Grooming
Wellness Exams
Senior Pet Care
Parasite Control
Diagnostic Testing
Emergency Services
Highlights and features
- We offer 24/7 emergency care for urgent pet situations.
- Our certified veterinarians have decades of combined experience in animal healthcare.
- Locally owned, ensuring deep community investment and personalized service.
- Comprehensive services include dentistry, surgery, boarding, and grooming.
- Access advanced diagnostics and cold laser therapy for pain management.
What people say
Kind and compassionate staff
Excellent customer service
Great groomers
Timely appointment availability
Cares for pets like family
Services
Pet Dental Care
Professional veterinary dental services prevent and treat periodontal disease through cleanings, extractions, and oral health assessments. We use advanced techniques like dental X-rays and anesthesia to ensure thorough care. Pet owners receive home care guidance for maintaining dental hygiene between visits.
Cold Laser Therapy
Non-invasive therapy using light energy to reduce pain, inflammation, and promote healing for pets with arthritis or post-surgery recovery. Treatments are drug-free and enhance mobility through cellular stimulation and improved blood flow.
Soft Tissue Surgery
Specialized surgical procedures including spays, tumor removals, and gastrointestinal interventions using modern equipment. Preoperative diagnostics and personalized anesthesia protocols ensure patient safety during abdominal, dermatological, and emergency surgeries.
Pet Boarding
Secure overnight accommodations with individualized care plans, daily exercise, and medical oversight. Boarding guests receive medication administration, dietary management, and emergency veterinary access for pet owner peace of mind.
Grooming Services
Professional bathing, nail trimming, and coat maintenance using hydrosurge therapy and hypoallergenic products. Groomers provide breed-specific haircuts and skin condition treatments while maintaining vaccination compliance for animal safety.
People
Kelly Smith
Veterinarian
Dr. Kelly Smith provides compassionate veterinary care with a focus on preventive medicine and dental health. Committed to community pet wellness, she combines clinical expertise with personalized client education to enhance pet longevity.
Brenda Langdon
Veterinarian
Dr. Brenda Langdon delivers comprehensive veterinary services emphasizing surgical precision and senior pet care. Her experience spans diagnostic imaging and chronic disease management to optimize animal quality of life.
Questions
What are your emergency care hours?
We provide 24/7 emergency veterinary care with on-call professionals available for urgent situations at any time.
Do you offer pet dental services?
Yes, we provide comprehensive dental care including cleanings, X-rays, extractions, and periodontal disease treatment under anesthesia.
Can I book appointments online?
Yes, our website allows convenient online scheduling for routine visits with vet approval and medication refills.
What grooming services do you provide?
We offer bathing, haircuts, nail trims, ear cleaning, and anal gland expression using hydrosurge technology for thorough coat cleaning.
Are vaccinations required for boarding?
Yes, boarding requires updated rabies, distemper, bordetella, and parasite prevention for dogs and FVRCP/rabies for cats.
Do you accept pet insurance?
We work with all pet insurance providers and recommend coverage for preventive care and emergency treatments.
