Business Details
26 Years
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Emergency
services
Your Trusted Veterinarian in Baton Rouge, LA
Since 2000, Perkins Road Veterinary Hospital has been a trusted partner in pet healthcare for the Baton Rouge community. Our team of highly trained veterinarians and staff are dedicated to providing comprehensive medical, surgical, and dental care for pets, treating every patient as if they were our own. With a focus on preventative care and advanced diagnostics, we offer state-of-the-art services including wellness exams, urgent care, surgical procedures, and specialized dental treatments.Led by Dr. Curt Ritchie, a board-certified veterinary dentist with extensive teaching experience at LSU School of Veterinary Medicine, we combine expertise with compassionate care to ensure pets live longer, healthier lives. Our commitment to excellence extends to pet boarding, referral services, and ongoing education for pet owners, making us a full-service veterinary hospital that prioritizes both animal well-being and client satisfaction.
Services
Pet Wellness
Surgery
Emergency Care
Pet Boarding
Dental Care
Advanced Diagnostics
Referral Services
Details
- Year established: 2000
Highlights and features
- We offer 20+ years of experience in comprehensive veterinary care since 2000.
- Our team includes a board-certified veterinary dentist with LSU teaching expertise.
- We provide advanced diagnostics, surgical procedures, and dental treatments.
- Our urgent care services address pet emergencies with same-day availability.
- We combine compassionate care with evidence-based medical practices.
What people say
Loves being boarded here
Excellent veterinary services
Really care about clients
Services
Pet Wellness
Our wellness programs focus on regular check-ups, vaccinations, and early disease detection to ensure pets maintain optimal health. We emphasize preventative care as the foundation for longer, happier lives, offering tailored advice for nutrition, exercise, and parasite control. Our team partners with pet owners to create customized healthcare plans.
Dental Care
Specialized dental services include cleanings, extractions, root canals, and oral surgery using advanced Cone Beam CT technology. Led by Dr. Curt Ritchie, a board-certified veterinary dentist, we address periodontal disease, broken teeth, and complex oral conditions to alleviate pain and improve overall health.
Emergency Care
We provide immediate care for pets experiencing trauma, poisoning, or acute illness with same-day availability. Our trained staff handles critical cases during regular business hours, offering stabilization and follow-up treatment. For after-hours emergencies, we guide clients to appropriate referral facilities.
Pet Boarding
Our boarding facility offers a safe, comfortable environment for pets when owners travel. Services include supervised playtime, medication administration, and personalized attention. Boarding clients receive regular health checks and immediate access to veterinary care if needed.
Surgical Procedures
From routine spays/neuters to complex orthopedic and soft-tissue surgeries, we utilize state-of-the-art equipment and anesthetic protocols. Our surgical team prioritizes patient safety and pain management, with post-operative care instructions tailored to each pet's recovery needs.
People
Curt Ritchie
Veterinarian
Dr. Curt Ritchie is a board-certified veterinary dentist with over a decade of teaching experience at LSU School of Veterinary Medicine. He specializes in advanced dental care, including root canals, jaw fracture repair, and oral cancer treatments.
Jimi Leger
Hospital Manager
Jimi Leger oversees daily operations, ensuring efficient service delivery and client satisfaction. With extensive experience in veterinary practice management, she coordinates care between pet owners, clinicians, and referral partners.
Questions
What services does Perkins Road Veterinary Hospital offer?
We provide wellness exams, dental care, surgery, urgent care, pet boarding, and advanced diagnostics. Specialized services include oral surgery and Cone Beam CT imaging.
Do you offer emergency veterinary care?
Yes, we treat urgent cases during regular hours with same-day availability. For after-hours emergencies, we recommend local referral hospitals.
What makes your dental care unique?
Led by a board-certified veterinary dentist, we offer advanced procedures like root canals, crowns, and oral cancer surgery using specialized equipment.
Can I board my pet at your facility?
Yes, our boarding service includes supervised care, medication administration, and immediate access to veterinary attention if needed.
How do I schedule an appointment?
Call us at (225) 766-0550 or use our online booking system for same-day availability and urgent care requests.
Reviews (6)
Mickey Maher
Feb 06, 2022
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These folks are great! There is rarely a wait, plenty of helpful and cheerful staff, and knowledgeable vets. I feel great about their services and recommend to any and all!
Taylor Samperi
Jan 07, 2021
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This is the best vet hospital in baton rouge. They loved and took great care of my puppy even after the visit ended. They blessed my dog with another chance of life that other vets didn't offer. Dr. Ritchie was available through email throughout my dog's cancer diagnosis. They treated my baby like family even after he passed. My new puppy will def be a patient for Dr. Ritchie.
Vksk Videos
May 27, 2020
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Many years ago I brought my dying cat there to be euthanized and cremated. I was crying my heart out. The vet shoved a large needle into my cat and my cat screamed. I did not want my little cat to leave feeling cruelty at a place where I brought her to leave this world. I left her to be cremated and I regret it now. I will never have a pet cremated again. Bury your pets and don't cremate them. Shame on vets who take their frustrations out on their clients pets!
Elen C.
May 20, 2020
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My little buddy had a huge day.13 extractions, no wonder he wasn't eating! Thank you Dr. Ritchie at Perkins Road Veterinary Hospital for taking the best care of my baby and to the staff for all the updates during surgery. Home for rest, healing and a with new calorie suppliment to help with weight because he's lost a pound! They made me feel so comfortable with such a huge procedure on my senior fellow!
Lindsey Hoover
May 14, 2020
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Dr. Curt Ritchie and staff were very kind and professional. I wanted an experienced oral surgeon for my geriatric cat's tooth removal. My vet friend stressed how important it is that I find a vet who takes x-rays of the mouth before doing surgery. Most veterinarians don't do this. So, I called around and found Dr. Ritchie. Tootsie's a very nervous cat and an awful traveler. She screamed the entire 1 hour drive there!
The technician and vet were very good with handling her and talked to her as if she were their own. She ended up needing 3 teeth extracted. Surgery went well, and she woke up vocalizing (as usual!). They sent me home with a topical pain cream to apply to her ear, instead of oral medicine (thankfully!). She did really well once we got her home and recovered nicely. My geriatric male needs his teeth looked at as well. I know exactly where I'm bringing him, even if it is an hour drive (and horrible traffic). It's worth it!
The technician and vet were very good with handling her and talked to her as if she were their own. She ended up needing 3 teeth extracted. Surgery went well, and she woke up vocalizing (as usual!). They sent me home with a topical pain cream to apply to her ear, instead of oral medicine (thankfully!). She did really well once we got her home and recovered nicely. My geriatric male needs his teeth looked at as well. I know exactly where I'm bringing him, even if it is an hour drive (and horrible traffic). It's worth it!
Margaret Wendt
Jan 16, 2020
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Appreciate the honesty, friendliness, and knowledge of both the staff and Dr. Ritchie. Professional vet services. I recommend for any dental needs.
