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Your Trusted Veterinarians in Grand Rapids, MI
At Animal Hospital of Kentwood, we have dedicated ourselves to providing exceptional veterinary care for small animals since our founding. Our team of experienced professionals combines advanced medical expertise with compassionate service to address the unique needs of every pet. We offer comprehensive diagnostic, surgical, and dental services using state-of-the-art equipment while maintaining the highest standards of patient safety. Our facility features a fully stocked pharmacy, modern surgical suites, and advanced imaging capabilities to ensure accurate diagnoses and effective treatments. We prioritize building strong Veterinarian-Client-Patient Relationships to deliver personalized care plans that evolve with your pet's changing needs throughout their life stages. Our commitment extends beyond treatment to include preventive care education, helping pet owners make informed decisions about nutrition, vaccination, and parasite prevention.With decades of combined experience in veterinary medicine, our staff stays current with the latest advancements in animal healthcare through ongoing professional development. We maintain partnerships with specialized veterinary laboratories to provide comprehensive diagnostic testing when advanced analysis is required. Our approach emphasizes clear communication, ethical practices, and transparency in all aspects of care. Whether handling routine wellness exams or complex medical cases, we treat every pet as if they were our own, ensuring they receive the highest standard of care in a welcoming environment.
Services
Surgical Services
Wellness Exams
Ultrasound & Radiography
Dental Services
Lab Work
Acupuncture
Laser Therapy
Diagnostic Testing
Preventative Care
Emergency Services
Highlights and features
- We offer comprehensive veterinary services from routine checkups to complex surgical procedures
- Our team maintains modern facilities with advanced diagnostic and treatment equipment
- We provide personalized care plans tailored to each pet's unique health needs
- Our veterinarians maintain active continuing education in the latest animal healthcare advancements
- We emphasize preventive care education to help pet owners make informed decisions
Services
Surgical Services
Our surgical suite provides routine and complex procedures with strict sterility protocols. We perform spays/neuters, soft tissue surgeries, and specialized procedures using modern equipment. Each operation follows comprehensive pre-anesthetic evaluations to ensure patient safety while maintaining compassionate post-operative care for optimal recovery.
Wellness & Preventative Care
We emphasize proactive healthcare through annual exams, vaccinations, and parasite prevention programs. Our wellness plans include tailored nutrition guidance and early disease detection through regular bloodwork. This approach helps identify potential issues before they become serious while establishing baseline health metrics for each pet's unique needs.
Diagnostic Testing
Our in-house laboratory provides rapid bloodwork, urinalysis, and parasite screening results. For complex cases, we partner with specialized veterinary labs for advanced diagnostics. This dual approach ensures timely preliminary results while maintaining access to expert analysis for accurate diagnoses of conditions like diabetes, kidney disease, and infectious illnesses.
Dental Services
We offer comprehensive oral care including cleanings, X-rays, extractions, and periodontal treatment. Modern dental tools help identify hidden issues beneath the gumline while preventive care recommendations reduce future dental problems. Our focus on oral health contributes to overall systemic wellness for improved quality of life.
Acupuncture
Certified practitioners provide Traditional Chinese Veterinary Medicine treatments for pain management and chronic conditions. This non-invasive option complements conventional treatments for arthritis, neurological disorders, and palliative care. Each session uses sterile needles to stimulate natural healing processes and improve mobility in a comfortable setting.
People
Dr. Elizabeth Saldivia
Veterinarian
Certified in Traditional Chinese Veterinary Medicine through Chi University, Dr. Saldivia specializes in acupuncture and food therapy. With extensive experience in integrative medicine, she develops customized treatment plans that combine conventional and alternative therapies to optimize pet health and well-being.
Questions
What species do you treat at your animal hospital?
We provide care for cats, dogs, ferrets, rabbits, and small mammals including guinea pigs, hamsters, rats, and mice.
Do you offer emergency veterinary services?
We provide urgent care during regular business hours and offer after-hours care options for emergencies requiring immediate attention.
How often should my pet receive wellness exams?
We recommend annual exams for healthy adult pets and bi-annual checkups for senior animals to monitor changing health needs.
What diagnostic capabilities do you have available?
Our in-house lab handles bloodwork, urinalysis, and parasite testing with access to specialized veterinary laboratories for advanced diagnostics when needed.
Can I access my pet's medical records online?
Yes, our PetPage Portal allows secure access to vaccination history, appointment reminders, prescription refills, and other medical records from any device.
What surgical procedures do you perform?
We handle routine surgeries like spays/neuters as well as complex soft tissue procedures in our modern surgical suite with strict sterility protocols.
Reviews (6)
Muheeb Alsaidi
Jun 13, 2022
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Took my hamster to get looked at and was satisfied with the overall treatment and atmosphere. Highly recommend especially if you have a hamster because not a lot of vets accept hamsters.
Kaequan Parker
May 16, 2022
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Been with them for several years. Always a breeze coming in and never a problem asking questions. Staff always looking for a way to address any issues with pets and are open to suggestions and trying new things. Love the staff here! Care is always excellent.
A. K.
Apr 12, 2022
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The entire staff are absolutely wonderful. They truly care about furbabies, and owners. The physicians are outstanding!
Dan Dannenberg
Apr 06, 2022
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I rode with someone to take there dog in for a check up, had to do a phone service set up in the parking lot and then walked her dog in. But it was still very good and wonderful! We just sat outside in the parking lot and watched the birds fly around and i got out and just walked around a little bit. But otherwise this place is great the staff are friendly and helpful and like best friends. They do great work!
Heidi Loomis
Feb 16, 2022
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The vet did a great job! And the office did an amazing job getting me get in within a few days after being turned away from another vet office in the area. I have a guinea pig that's 11 weeks off. Barely had her for a month. Thank you very much!
Emily Wallin-Kale
Oct 16, 2021
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The staff were flexible and about to get schedule my cat for a consult and tumor removal. The consult and exam were thorough, and the surgery was well done. Chester has recovered well. We returned in a week for a suture removal and that went well as well. Friendly and empathetic staff. Very knowledgeable doctors. Thank you for caring for my Chester.
