Business Details
14 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Your Trusted Partner for Pet Health in Evansville
St Joe Veterinary Hospital is a full-service veterinary facility committed to providing comprehensive medical, surgical, and preventive care for pets. With a team of experienced veterinarians and technicians, we specialize in wellness exams, advanced diagnostics, dental care, and post-operative rehabilitation. Our practice emphasizes personalized treatment plans tailored to each pet's breed, age, and lifestyle. We utilize cutting-edge technologies like dental radiography and underwater treadmills to ensure optimal outcomes. Our staff maintains 24/7 availability for emergency situations through partnerships with regional specialty centers.With over a decade of combined experience, our team prioritizes transparent communication and collaborative decision-making with pet owners. We offer telemedicine consultations to accommodate busy schedules while maintaining our high care standards. Our facility features isolation wards for contagious cases and provides compassionate end-of-life services including private cremation through trusted partners. Regular client education initiatives and post-operative care guidance reflect our commitment to lifelong pet wellness.
Services
Wellness Exams
Surgical Procedures
Dental Cleanings
Canine Rehabilitation
Telemedicine Consults
Emergency Care
Grooming Services
Details
- Year established: 2012
Highlights and features
- We offer multi-modal pain management for post-surgical recovery
- Our team includes certified canine rehabilitation practitioners
- We maintain 24/7 emergency care partnerships across southern Indiana
- We utilize advanced diagnostics including dental radiography and ultrasound
- We provide tailored wellness plans based on breed-specific health risks
What people say
Knowledgeable staff
Thorough diagnostics
Compassionate care
Preventive focus
Rehabilitation expertise
Services
Canine Rehabilitation
Customized rehabilitation programs combining veterinary orthopedic manipulation, underwater treadmill therapy, and laser treatments improve mobility while reducing pain. Our certified practitioners develop individualized plans addressing orthopedic surgery recovery, neurological conditions, and age-related degeneration through evidence-based modalities that stimulate tissue repair and enhance joint function.
Surgical Procedures
Comprehensive surgical care spans routine spays/neuters to complex soft tissue and orthopedic procedures. Pre-anesthetic bloodwork ensures patient safety while specialized monitoring maintains vital stability during operations. Our surgical team performs emergency interventions like splenectomy and gastric dilation correction using advanced pain management protocols for optimal post-operative outcomes.
Dental Cleanings
Thorough dental assessments followed by ultrasonic scaling and polishing remove plaque while digital radiography detects hidden periodontal disease. Comprehensive oral exams under anesthesia identify structural abnormalities requiring targeted treatment. Post-cleaning recommendations include home care guidance and fluoride therapy to maintain long-term dental health.
Wellness Exams
Structured physical examinations systematically evaluate body condition, organ health, and musculoskeletal function. Detailed history collection informs diagnostic decisions while tailored vaccination schedules protect against infectious diseases. Nutritional counseling and parasite prevention recommendations form foundation for sustained wellness across all life stages.
Telemedicine Consults
Remote medical consultations provide convenient access to veterinary expertise through secure video platforms. Digital evaluations address non-emergency concerns like medication refills and minor behavior changes while guiding owners on when in-person examination becomes necessary. This innovative approach maintains quality care while accommodating time-constrained clients.
People
Dr. Rita Johnson
Veterinarian
Evansville native and Purdue University graduate with expertise in small, large, and exotic animal medicine. Former emergency care specialist who returned to her hometown to provide community-focused veterinary services.
Dr. Alice Wyatt
Canine Rehabilitation Specialist
Certified in canine rehabilitation therapy, Dr. Wyatt combines chiropractic techniques with advanced physical therapy modalities to improve mobility and reduce pain in post-surgical and geriatric patients.
Sarah Hammond
Veterinary Technician Specialist
Veterinary technician specializing in canine rehabilitation with credentials in veterinary nursing and physical therapy. Implements tailored treatment plans utilizing state-of-the-art therapeutic equipment for optimal patient recovery.
Questions
What emergency services do you offer after regular hours?
For after-hours emergencies, we partner with Blue Pearl Emergency Center (Louisville) and Nashville Veterinary Specialists. Our main hospital also coordinates urgent transfers to these facilities 24/7.
How do telemedicine consultations work?
Schedule online, prepare pet records/photos, and connect via secure video. Physicians evaluate concerns and determine if remote management suffices or in-person care becomes necessary, applying fees toward follow-up visits.
What post-operative care can I expect?
Pets receive preemptive pain medication, post-op oral analgesics, and detailed discharge instructions. We advise small meals, water restrictions, and e-collar use while monitoring incision sites for 14 days.
How are dental procedures performed?
Initial awake assessment determines cleaning needs. Pre-anesthetic bloodwork ensures safety before full oral evaluation under anesthesia. Digital radiographs guide tartar removal, tooth examination, and polishing procedures.
What rehabilitation therapies are available?
We offer underwater treadmill therapy, laser treatments, veterinary orthopedic manipulation, and platelet-rich plasma therapy. Certified specialists design multidisciplinary plans addressing mobility issues and chronic pain management.
