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Your Trusted Kalamazoo Veterinarian for Comprehensive Pet Care
At Pet Vet Family Pet Care Center, we take pride in offering exceptional veterinary care tailored to the unique needs of each pet. Our team of certified fear-free professionals is dedicated to minimizing stress for animals during visits, ensuring a comfortable experience for both pets and owners. With decades of combined expertise, we specialize in preventive care, wellness exams, chronic disease management, and advanced medical treatments.Our commitment to transparency and ethical practices has built a reputation for reliability and trustworthiness in the Kalamazoo community. We prioritize staying ahead of potential health issues through regular checkups and customized care plans, ensuring pets lead long, vibrant lives. Our focus on continuous improvement keeps us at the forefront of veterinary medicine.
Services
Wellness Exams
Vaccinations
Nutrition Counseling
Dental Care
Grooming
Chronic Disease Management
Emergency Services
Behavioral Consultations
Geriatric Care
Pet Surgery
Highlights and features
- Certified fear-free professionals to reduce pet anxiety
- Experienced team with over 20 years of combined veterinary expertise
- Same-day appointments for urgent pet care needs
- Drop-off service for busy pet owners
- Comprehensive wellness and preventive care programs
Associations and certifications
- Fear Free Certified
What people say
Exceptional care
Knowledgeable staff
Friendly team
Effective treatment
Clean facility
Services
Wellness Exams
Our wellness exams include comprehensive physical evaluations to detect early signs of illness. We tailor preventive care plans to each pet's lifestyle, ensuring proactive health management. Services cover vaccinations, parasite control, and nutritional guidance for optimal long-term wellness.
Vaccinations
We provide core and risk-based vaccinations tailored to your pet's health needs. Our protocols follow AAHA guidelines, avoiding over-vaccination. Vaccines protect against diseases like rabies, distemper, and feline leukemia, ensuring community-wide disease prevention.
Nutrition Counseling
Our nutrition experts analyze pet food ingredients and dietary needs. Personalized plans address weight management, food allergies, and chronic conditions. We help select premium diets and portion sizes to enhance energy and longevity.
Behavioral Consultations
We address behavioral issues like anxiety, aggression, and housebreaking through modification techniques. Early intervention and owner education improve pet adaptability and strengthen human-animal bonds in stressful environments.
Emergency Services
Critical care for injuries, sudden illness, or chronic condition flare-ups. Our hospital offers diagnostics like X-rays and bloodwork for rapid assessments. Skilled team members stabilize patients 24/7 for life-threatening emergencies.
People
Dr. Heather Short
Veterinarian
Dr. Short graduated from Michigan State University in 1996. She focuses on wellness exams, dermatology, and senior pet care. Her work emphasizes preventative strategies and chronic condition management for long-term pet health.
Dr. Michael Cole
Veterinarian
Fear Free certified since 2013, Dr. Cole specializes in gastroenterology and behavior. He combines clinical expertise with compassionate approaches to reduce pet anxiety during treatments and examinations.
Dr. Brenttany Lawrence
Veterinarian
With over a decade of experience, Dr. Lawrence excels in preventive care, dentistry, and surgical procedures. Her approach balances technical precision with empathetic client communication for holistic pet treatment.
Danielle Perry
Practice Manager
Leading front-desk operations, Danielle prioritizes customer service excellence. Her team coordinates appointments and admin while managing a diverse personal menagerie of exotic animals and pets.
Megan
Licensed Veterinary Technician
Elite Fear Free certified since 2024, Megan specializes in client education and bonding. She contributes to pet care through her photography business and outdoor activities with her 6 pets.
Questions
What wellness services do you offer?
We provide comprehensive wellness exams, vaccinations, parasite control, nutrition counseling, and early disease detection tailored to each pet's needs.
Do you handle emergency cases?
Yes, we offer urgent care for injuries, sudden illnesses, and chronic condition emergencies with immediate diagnostics and stabilization services.
What payment options are available?
We accept major credit cards and offer online billing. Specific payment plans must be discussed directly with our administrative team.
Can I book appointments online?
Yes, schedule visits through our website or call (269) 382-6200 for same-day availability and drop-off service options.
How do you handle anxious pets?
Our Fear Free certified team uses specialized techniques to minimize stress during visits, including calming environments and gentle handling practices.
Are grooming services available?
Yes, our grooming salon offers breed-specific trims, skin care treatments, and hygiene services performed by certified professionals.
