Business Details
Your Trusted Veterinarian in Bellefontaine, OH
Southgate Veterinary Clinic has been providing advanced veterinary medicine with compassionate service to Bellefontaine, OH since its establishment. Our team combines extensive experience with a deep commitment to animal welfare, offering state-of-the-art diagnostics, surgical procedures, and preventive care tailored to each pet's unique needs. We prioritize the human-animal bond through personalized attention, ensuring every patient receives individualized treatment plans and holistic wellness strategies. Our facility maintains cutting-edge technology for accurate diagnostics and effective treatment modalities. With decades of combined veterinary expertise, our doctors specialize in small animal medicine while exploring integrative approaches to enhance pet health.The clinic's environment emphasizes comfort and professionalism, featuring clean examination rooms, dedicated surgical suites, and client education resources. We serve as trusted advisors for pet owners, offering nutritional counseling, behavior management, and parasite prevention programs backed by scientific research and clinical experience. Our operational philosophy centers on transparency, ethical practice standards, and continuous professional development to maintain veterinary excellence in the community.
Services
Dentistry
Surgery
X-rays
Spay and Neuter
Microchipping
Vaccinations
Wellness Exams
Nutrition Counseling
Behavior Management
Parasite Prevention
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of veterinary expertise from our lead doctors
- Our facility features state-of-the-art diagnostic imaging technology
- We provide comprehensive wellness programs for pets at all life stages
- Our team maintains strict hygiene and equipment sterilization protocols
- We offer specialized behavior consultation services for pet owners
Services
Dentistry
Our veterinary dentistry services prevent and treat oral diseases that threaten pets' systemic health. Advanced equipment enables thorough dental cleanings, extractions, and periodontal treatments under anesthesia. Regular dental care reduces risks of heart, liver, and kidney complications in 80% of dogs and 70% of cats over age three.
Surgery
Our surgical services feature modern anesthetic monitoring and precision instruments for routine and complex procedures. Experienced surgeons perform spays, neuters, soft tissue surgeries, and trauma repairs while maintaining strict infection control standards for optimal recovery outcomes.
Wellness Exams
Comprehensive wellness exams establish individual health baselines and detect early disease indicators. Our preventive approach includes vaccination scheduling, parasite screening, and developmental assessments for puppies/kittens through senior pets, tailored to each animal's life stage and breed requirements.
Microchipping
Permanent ID microchipping provides reliable pet identification for lost animal recovery. Our ISO-compliant microchips offer lifetime registration with national pet recovery databases, offering pet owners permanent security beyond traditional collar identification methods.
Emergency Services
We provide emergency treatment coordination through 24-hour partner facilities while offering daytime urgent care for critical symptoms. Our referral network includes advanced diagnostic imaging, intensive care units, and specialized veterinary services for after-hours emergencies requiring immediate intervention.
People
DeWayne Weaver
Owner/Practitioner
Dr. Weaver has practiced veterinary medicine for over 30 years with expertise in small animal care. His experience includes founding Green Camp Vet Clinic and implementing holistic treatment approaches at Southgate Veterinary Clinic.
Natasha Dyer
Practitioner
Dr. Dyer graduated from Ohio State University College of Veterinary Medicine in 2009. She specializes in surgical procedures and client education, combining technical expertise with compassionate pet owner communication.
Gabrielle Weaver
Registered Veterinary Technician
Gabrielle combines veterinary technical expertise from Columbus State with practical animal care experience, supporting surgical and diagnostic procedures while maintaining patient comfort standards.
Andrea Smith
Registered Veterinary Technician
Andrea brings 10 years of veterinary experience including emergency medicine and general practice. She specializes in surgical assistance and patient education, emphasizing compassionate animal handling techniques.
Tessa Allen
Veterinary Technician
Tessa graduated from Bradford Vet Tech Institute in 2019. Her expertise includes behavior management and client education, supported by personal experience with various companion animal species in clinical settings.
Questions
What veterinary services do you offer?
We provide comprehensive care including dentistry, surgery, x-rays, wellness exams, vaccinations, microchipping, nutritional counseling, behavior management, parasite prevention, and emergency referrals.
Do you treat exotic pets?
Our facility specializes in small animal medicine for cats and dogs, focusing on species-specific care requirements within our established veterinary protocols.
What are your office hours?
We're open Monday, Tuesday, Thursday 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM, Wednesday 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM, Friday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Saturday 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM, Sundays closed.
Can I get pet vaccinations here?
Yes, we administer core vaccinations against common pet diseases and provide customized immunization schedules based on individual risk factors and lifestyle considerations.
How do I handle pet emergencies?
For after-hours emergencies, we coordinate care with 24-hour facilities like MedVet and OSU Veterinary Medical Center. Please call our clinic for current emergency contact information.
Do you offer pet nutrition advice?
Our nutritional counseling addresses pet obesity and dietary needs through personalized feeding plans, considering breed-specific requirements and medical conditions affecting digestive health.
