Business Details
Your Trusted Louisville Veterinary Hospital for Compassionate Pet Care
Preston Animal Hospital has been a trusted provider of compassionate veterinary care in Louisville, KY since the early 1980s. Founded as Affordable Animal Hospital by Dr. Henry Fairleigh, the practice evolved through strategic leadership changes, including Dr. Caryl Kline's acquisition in 1994 and our 2019 partnership with Heartland Veterinary Partners. Our team combines decades of collective experience with personalized care, serving generations of loyal clients and their pets. We maintain rigorous professional standards while prioritizing individualized attention for every animal. Our comprehensive services reflect our commitment to advancing veterinary medicine through continuous education and modern diagnostic tools.With a staff of dedicated professionals, we treat each patient as we would our own cherished pets. Our facility offers wellness care, advanced diagnostics, surgical interventions, and boarding services under one roof. We actively engage with the local community while maintaining strong relationships with rescue organizations. Our operational philosophy centers on transparent communication, ethical treatment decisions, and creating positive veterinary experiences for pets and owners alike. This enduring commitment to excellence has sustained our practice through changing times while preserving our founding values of compassion and quality care.
Services
Wellness Care
Boarding Services
Pet Grooming
Surgical Procedures
Advanced Diagnostics
Dental Care
Nutritional Counseling
Pharmacy Services
Highlights and features
- We provide personalized veterinary care developed through decades of local practice experience
- Our facility offers comprehensive services including advanced diagnostics and surgical interventions
- Our team maintains rigorous professional standards through continuous veterinary education
- We offer convenient extended weekday hours to accommodate pet owner schedules
- Our practice combines modern veterinary technology with individualized treatment approaches
What people say
Compassionate veterinary care
Highly skilled veterinary team
Positive pet experiences
Generations of loyal clients
Personalized treatment approaches
Services
Wellness Care
Our wellness care programs focus on maintaining optimal pet health through regular examinations, vaccination protocols, and customized nutrition plans. We develop lifelong care strategies tailored to each animal's specific needs and life stage. Our comprehensive approach includes parasite prevention, dental care, and early disease detection through routine bloodwork and diagnostic testing.
Boarding Services
Our boarding facility provides secure, comfortable accommodations for dogs and cats with 24/7 veterinary supervision. Pets receive individualized attention, prescribed medications, and enrichment activities during their stay. Climate-controlled kennels and regular exercise routines ensure animal comfort while owners travel with confidence.
Surgical Procedures
We perform a wide range of surgical procedures using modern anesthetic protocols and monitoring equipment. Our surgical services include soft tissue operations, orthopedic repairs, and emergency interventions. Preoperative diagnostics and postoperative care plans ensure optimal recovery outcomes for each patient.
Advanced Diagnostics
Our diagnostic capabilities include digital radiography, ultrasound, and in-house laboratory testing for rapid condition assessment. We utilize specialized equipment for ophthalmic examinations and glaucoma screenings. These tools enable accurate diagnoses and targeted treatment plans for complex medical cases.
Pet Grooming
Our grooming services focus on pet comfort and health maintenance through professional bathing, nail trimming, and coat care. Trained groomers handle animals with patience while maintaining sanitary conditions. We provide personalized attention to each pet's specific grooming requirements and owner preferences.
People
Caryl Kline
Managing Veterinarian
Dr. Caryl Kline has served Louisville pet owners since 1989, combining veterinary expertise with compassionate care. She purchased the practice in 1994 and continues to lead with dedication to animal welfare. Her professional journey includes work in multiple states before establishing deep roots in Kentucky's veterinary community.
Loni Saum
Veterinarian
Dr. Loni Saum brings extensive veterinary experience to our team after graduating from Auburn University. She maintains active professional development while balancing clinical work with personal interests in animal welfare and community engagement through her two rescue dogs.
Gretchen Karr
Practice Manager
Gretchen Karr has managed hospital operations since 1992, combining veterinary technical expertise with administrative leadership. Her cross-training in all hospital functions ensures smooth daily operations while maintaining direct patient care involvement through her veterinary assistant certifications.
Cierra Alexander
Veterinary Technician
Cierra Alexander provides skilled technical support with seven rescued pets at home. She graduated from Brown Mackie College with veterinary technology credentials and maintains active involvement in animal rescue efforts while managing her health condition with determination.
Madison Jones
Groomer
Madison Jones specializes in pet grooming services since joining the team in 2020. She focuses on creating positive grooming experiences while maintaining high standards of animal care and hygiene throughout the grooming process.
Questions
What veterinary services do you offer?
We provide wellness exams, surgical procedures, advanced diagnostics, boarding services, grooming, dental care, and nutritional counseling for pets in Louisville, KY.
How can I schedule an appointment?
Book appointments online through our website or contact us directly at 502-964-7729 during regular business hours.
Do you offer pet boarding services?
Yes, we provide secure boarding with 24/7 veterinary supervision, climate-controlled accommodations, and individualized care for dogs and cats.
Are your veterinarians experienced?
Our team includes veterinarians with decades of combined experience, advanced training, and ongoing professional development in veterinary medicine.
What payment options do you accept?
Contact our office directly for current payment method information and financial policy details.
How do you handle emergency situations?
While we don't provide 24/7 emergency care, we can recommend local emergency veterinary services for after-hours urgent needs.
Reviews (4)
Sherry Mohr
Jun 09, 2022
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Dr Kline is absolutely the best I've been taking my fur babies to her office for 12 years. Her staff is very understanding and makes each visit great!
Angela Hope Spies
May 16, 2022
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Dr Kline is wonderful and the staff is as well! I had to make a very difficult decision in having to have my cat Tigger put down and Dr Kline did all she could to try to make him well. In the end, it was best to let him go It was the hardest decision I have had to make but her compassion made it bearable. They even sent to flowers to my house the next day I would highly recommend taking any pets here. They are fabulous and so very caring!
Angie S.
Mar 18, 2022
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Dr Kline and staff are wonderful! I had a senior cat who had had many diagnostic tests and treatments at another veterinary clinic in town without any success. Dr Kline tried very diligently to figure out what was causing his incontinence and weight loss. She is truly a very compassionate & patient veterinarian. Unfortunately, we eventually had to make the decision to euthanize my sweet boy They were very compassionate throughout this difficult time and even sent flowers to me the next day. I would highly recommend Preston Animal Hospital
Kitti London
Dec 17, 2021
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Just a quick trip to pick up my dog's monthly medication. As usual the doctors and staff were wonderful.
