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Trusted Veterinarians in Ormond Beach
Shadow Lake Animal Hospital has served the Ormond Beach community with compassionate veterinary care for decades. Our team of highly skilled professionals combines over 181 years of collective experience with state-of-the-art facilities to deliver personalized treatment for pets. Specializing in both routine wellness care and complex medical interventions, we prioritize preventative strategies to extend pets' healthy lifespans. Our mission-centered approach emphasizes cutting-edge veterinary medicine while maintaining a patient-first philosophy that treats every pet like our own family. With advanced capabilities in surgery, diagnostics, and emergency services, we ensure comprehensive care from nose-to-tail examinations to critical care interventions. The practice maintains rigorous professional standards through continuous education in anesthesia protocols, pain management, and behavioral medicine.Our client-centered model emphasizes transparent communication, educational resources, and individualized care plans tailored to each pet's unique needs. This commitment extends beyond clinical services to include community education about parasite prevention, nutritional counseling, and microchipping. As active members of the veterinary community, we maintain affiliations with leading industry organizations while developing specialized expertise in areas like Fear Free techniques and acupuncture certification. Through consistent application of these principles, we've established trusted relationships with local pet owners seeking reliable, compassionate animal healthcare.
Services
Surgical Services
Dental Care
Diagnostics
Wellness Care
Emergency Treatment
Parasite Prevention
Nutritional Counseling
Pain Management
Senior Pet Care
Microchipping
Highlights and features
- Our team combines over 181 years of veterinary expertise with modern medical technology
- We provide same-day emergency appointments for urgent pet care needs
- Offering Fear Free certified professionals for anxious pets and owners
- Comprehensive dental services prevent systemic health complications in pets
- Personalized pain management programs for post-surgical recovery and chronic conditions
What people say
Same day appointment
Kind and compassionate
Affordable care
Quick and caring service
Helpful and patient
Services
Surgical Services
Our surgical team performs soft tissue and specialized procedures using modern anesthesia protocols. Pre-operative blood testing ensures patient safety while experienced technicians manage pain before, during, and after surgeries. The facility maintains advanced equipment for various procedures ranging from spays/neuters to complex orthopedic repairs. Post-operative care includes customized pain management plans to ensure comfortable recovery for pets.
Dental Care
Comprehensive oral health assessments identify periodontal disease and dental issues. Services include professional cleanings, extractions, and oral surgeries to prevent systemic infections. Early intervention helps avoid costly treatments while maintaining pets' overall health. The hospital educates owners about home dental care routines to maintain oral hygiene between professional cleanings.
Wellness Care
Annual wellness exams detect health issues before symptoms appear. Tailored vaccination schedules protect against common diseases while parasite prevention programs ensure year-round protection. Senior pets receive twice-yearly screenings to monitor age-related conditions. The team offers nutritional counseling and behavior assessments to support pets' long-term health and quality of life.
Diagnostics
On-site laboratory facilities provide rapid bloodwork and urinalysis results within 30 minutes. Radiography services detect skeletal and internal abnormalities requiring sedation when necessary. For complex cases, samples get sent to specialized labs for detailed analysis. Timely diagnostics enable accurate diagnoses and prompt treatment initiation for various pet health concerns.
Emergency Treatment
The hospital prioritizes same-day appointments for urgent medical situations including allergic reactions and injuries. Experienced staff handle critical cases with immediate stabilization and treatment. The facility maintains essential equipment for life-saving interventions while offering referrals to 24-hour emergency centers when extended care becomes necessary during non-business hours.
People
Jeffery M. Cooper
Veterinarian & Medical Director
With over 45 years of experience, Dr. Cooper specializes in diagnostic medicine and patient care. He holds professional interests in Labrador training and maintains multiple certifications in advanced veterinary practices.
Kristin Kultgen Dominguez
Veterinarian
A Fear Free certified professional with extensive equine and small animal experience, Dr. Dominguez graduated from the University of Wisconsin in 2006. She focuses on compassionate care and client education for diverse pet needs.
Lauren Rawlins
Veterinarian
A University of Florida graduate with acupuncture certification from Chi University, Dr. Rawlins specializes in preventative medicine and client communication. She maintains expertise in wildlife conservation and small animal care.
Lynne
Office Manager
With over 41 years in veterinary operations, Lynne oversees daily hospital functions. Her extensive experience in animal care management ensures smooth client interactions and efficient practice operations.
Teryn
Licensed Veterinary Technician
A licensed technician with 15+ years of animal care experience, Teryn specializes in both wellness and emergency patient support. She maintains professional standards in veterinary nursing practices.
Questions
What services does Shadow Lake Animal Hospital offer?
We provide comprehensive veterinary care including wellness exams, vaccinations, surgical procedures, dental care, diagnostics, emergency treatment, and senior pet services. Specialized offerings include Fear Free certified care and acupuncture therapy.
Are emergency services available after hours?
While we don't offer 24/7 emergency services, we typically provide same-day appointments for urgent care situations. Contact our office for immediate veterinary assistance during our regular business hours.
What makes your veterinary team unique?
Our team has over 181 combined years of experience with multiple Fear Free certified professionals and an acupuncture-certified veterinarian. We maintain advanced training in pain management and behavioral medicine.
How do you handle preventive pet care?
We recommend annual wellness exams with personalized vaccination schedules. Our preventive services include parasite screening, nutritional counseling, microchipping, and early disease detection screenings for all life stages.
What should I expect during a first visit?
New patients receive comprehensive nose-to-tail exams, vaccination assessments, and parasite screenings. Our staff will discuss nutritional needs, behavioral concerns, and create a customized preventative care plan for your pet.
