Business Details
18 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Your Trusted Madisonville Veterinary Hospital
Tchefuncte Animal Hospital has been providing compassionate veterinary care in Madisonville, Louisiana since 2008. Our team of experienced veterinarians and technicians delivers comprehensive services including surgery, dentistry, boarding, and grooming for dogs and cats. With a focus on contemporary medicine and personalized care, we serve pets from Madisonville, Covington, Mandeville, and St. Tammany Parish. Our state-of-the-art facility combines advanced technology with a commitment to animal comfort, offering same-day urgent care and international health certificates. The practice is led by Dr.David Moores, Dr. Laura Ferrara, and Dr. Rachel Schott, who collectively bring decades of small animal experience. We prioritize client education and preventive care while maintaining 24/7 availability for emergencies. Our mission centers on preserving the human-animal bond through expert, affordable care. The hospital features a dedicated staff trained in advanced procedures like laser therapy and orthopedic surgery. Client satisfaction remains our top priority, evidenced by our consistent follow-up communications and personalized service approach.
Services
Pet Surgery
Pet Boarding
Pet Bathing & Grooming
Pet Dentistry
Urgent Pet Care
Pet Wellness
Pet Health Certificates
Details
- Year established: 2008
Highlights and features
- We provide same-day, urgent care services for pets in distress
- Our team includes veterinarians with over 20 years combined small animal experience
- We offer advanced treatments including laser therapy and orthopedic surgery
- Our staff maintains international health certificate certification for pet travel
- We implement personalized follow-up care protocols after all medical procedures
What people say
Compassionate staff
Excellent surgical services
Knowledgeable and professional
Great experiences
Wonderful to work with
Services
Pet Surgery
Our hospital provides comprehensive surgical services for dogs and cats, including mass removal, orthopedics, and routine spays/neuters. Pre-operative consultations include detailed preparation instructions and required blood work. Post-operative care features immediate follow-up communication and scheduled healing check-ups.
Pet Boarding
We offer secure, comfortable boarding for dogs, cats, and small animals in a state-of-the-art facility. Our staff provides personalized attention and maintains strict hygiene protocols. Boarding guests receive regular exercise and monitoring by trained veterinary professionals.
Pet Bathing & Grooming
Professional bathing services use pet-safe shampoos formulated to remove dirt and odor while soothing skin irritations. Grooming includes nail trimming, mat removal, and styling. All services are performed by experienced technicians using gentle handling techniques.
Pet Dentistry
Our dental services combine routine cleanings with advanced oral treatments using modern diagnostic tools. Veterinarians perform comprehensive oral exams and develop treatment plans for existing dental conditions. Preventative care includes home care recommendations and diet advice.
Urgent Pet Care
Same-day urgent care addresses pets showing distress symptoms or sudden health issues. Our team provides immediate assessment and stabilization while communicating directly with pet owners. Critical cases receive priority scheduling and continuous monitoring.
People
Dr. David Moores
Veterinarian
Dr. Moores graduated from LSU's School of Veterinary Medicine in 2003 after working in emergency medicine. He opened Tchefuncte Animal Hospital in 2008 following experience at a specialty referral hospital. He specializes in surgery and small animal medicine while maintaining active veterinary associations memberships.
Dr. Laura Ferrara
Veterinarian
Dr. Ferrara has practiced small animal medicine in St. Tammany Parish since graduating from LSU's veterinary program in 2003. She focuses on internal medicine and surgical procedures while maintaining community involvement through church activities and local veterinary associations.
Dr. Rachel Schott
Veterinarian
Dr. Schott joined the team after graduating from LSU School of Veterinary Medicine in 2023. She previously worked in civil engineering before pursuing veterinary medicine. She specializes in small animal care and participates in multiple professional veterinary organizations.
Elia
Practice Manager
Elia manages hospital operations with veterinary technician certification from Delgado Community College. She brings experience in client relations and hospital administration while maintaining focus on continuous professional development in veterinary management.
Karen
Veterinarian Technician
Karen combines veterinary technician training with extensive animal rescue experience. Currently pursuing registered technician certification, she applies rescue background knowledge to clinical patient care while maintaining three rescue animals of her own.
Questions
What are your regular business hours?
We operate Monday-Friday from 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM and Saturday from 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM. Closed Sundays.
What types of pets do you treat?
We specialize in small animal care for dogs and cats. Contact us for specific questions about unusual species treatment availability.
Do you offer emergency veterinary services?
Yes, we provide same-day urgent care for pets showing distress symptoms during regular business hours.
What surgical services do you provide?
Our surgical offerings include spays/neuters, mass removals, orthopedic procedures, and emergency surgeries with pre-operative blood work requirements.
Can you assist with international pet travel requirements?
Yes, our veterinarians issue official health certificates for international pet travel with proper documentation preparation.
What boarding amenities do you offer?
Our boarding facility provides clean, secure accommodations with regular exercise and monitoring by trained veterinary staff during stays.
