Business Details
16 Years
experience
Emergency
services
24/7 Emergency Veterinary Care in Traverse City, MI
Since 2010, Bay Area Pet Hospital has provided 24/7 emergency and urgent care veterinary services to Traverse City and northern Michigan. Our team of RECOVER-certified veterinarians and technicians operate a fully equipped facility with in-house diagnostics, advanced monitoring tools, and emergency surgical suites. We specialize in critical care, diagnostic imaging, and life-saving interventions, prioritizing rapid response and compassionate treatment. Our staff maintains membership in the Veterinary Emergency and Critical Care Society to uphold national standards. As a locally owned practice, we serve both urban and rural communities, offering continuous care through our ICU, endoscopy capabilities, and oxygen therapy units.We coordinate closely with primary care veterinarians to ensure seamless follow-up treatment. Our hospital operates with round-the-clock staffing, emphasizing preparedness for sudden collapse, trauma cases, and chronic emergencies. The team's expertise extends to advanced resuscitation techniques, foreign object retrieval, and pain management protocols. We maintain continuous monitoring for hospitalized patients using CRI setups and dedicated Snyder oxygen units. Our commitment focuses on transforming critical moments into positive outcomes through technical proficiency and empathetic client communication.
Services
Emergency Surgery
Urgent Care
In-House Laboratory
Diagnostic Imaging
24/7 Emergency Care
Ophthalmology Services
Details
- Year established: 2010
Highlights and features
- We provide continuous 24/7 emergency veterinary care with experienced staff
- Our team holds RECOVER certification in advanced resuscitation techniques
- In-house diagnostics and surgical capabilities enable immediate intervention
- VECCS membership ensures adherence to national emergency standards
- Dedicated Snyder oxygen unit and CRI monitoring for critical patients
Associations and certifications
- RECOVER Initiative
- Veterinary Emergency and Critical Care Society
What people say
Life-saving care
Compassionate staff
Immediate attention
Advanced diagnostics
24/7 availability
Services
Emergency Surgery
Our fully equipped surgical suites handle life-threatening conditions requiring immediate intervention. Procedures include foreign object removal, wound repair, and bloat correction. Continuous monitoring ensures optimal post-operative recovery.
Diagnostic Imaging
Digital X-rays, ultrasound, and endoscopy enable rapid internal assessment. Flexible endoscopes retrieve swallowed objects non-surgically. Results typically available within one hour for prompt treatment decisions.
24/7 Emergency Care
Veterinarians and technicians staff the hospital continuously. Patients receive immediate assessment for breathing difficulties, seizures, and trauma. Critical cases access treatment areas directly upon arrival.
Critical Care & ICU
Advanced CRI setups track vital signs for patients with heart failure or internal bleeding. Dedicated oxygen units support respiratory conditions. Continuous monitoring improves outcomes for hospitalized pets.
Urgent Care Appointments
Pets with limping, vomiting, or behavioral changes receive prompt evaluation. Veterinarians assess medical history and create treatment plans during initial visits without appointment delays.
People
Kevin Reabe
DVM & Practice Founder
Dr. Reabe established Bay Area Pet Hospital in 2010 as Northern Michigan's first 24/7 emergency veterinary practice. His leadership focuses on accessible critical care and community pet health education.
Karen Seiple
DVM
Dr. Seiple specializes in trauma response and pain management protocols. She contributes to ongoing staff training in advanced resuscitation techniques while maintaining regular clinical shifts.
Pamela Greenwald
DVM, MS
With dual expertise in veterinary medicine and research, Dr. Greenwald oversees diagnostic imaging operations and complex case analysis. Her postgraduate work improves internal treatment protocols.
Kismet
Practice Manager
Kismet coordinates hospital operations, ensuring 24/7 staff coverage and equipment readiness. She manages client communications and maintains regulatory compliance across all hospital departments.
Molly
Assistant Manager & Veterinary Assistant
Molly oversees daily clinical operations while providing hands-on patient support. Her dual role ensures alignment between management decisions and frontline care requirements.
Questions
What constitutes a pet emergency requiring immediate care?
Difficulty breathing, seizures, unconsciousness, urinary obstruction, prolonged labor, or traumatic injury require urgent veterinary intervention. Contact us immediately for these conditions.
Do you require appointments for emergency care?
No appointments needed - we prioritize patients by medical urgency. Calling ahead helps us prepare for your arrival while maintaining efficient triage.
How do you coordinate care with primary veterinarians?
We share detailed treatment records and updates with your regular veterinarian to ensure continuity of care after emergency treatment concludes.
What payment options exist for emergency treatment?
We offer financing through VetBilling, Scratch Pay, and CareCredit. Payment plans must be arranged before initiating non-urgent treatments.
Can I visit my pet during hospitalization?
Yes, scheduled visits accommodate extended hospital stays. We coordinate visitation times to maintain treatment schedules and patient rest periods.
Do you treat exotic animals in emergencies?
Our emergency services focus on dogs and cats only. We provide euthanasia services for small exotics and birds with appropriate referrals for specialized exotic care.
