Business Details
Detroit's Trusted Veterinarians Since 1844
Patterson Dog & Cat Hospital has been dedicated to providing exceptional veterinary care for Detroit's pets since 1844. As the oldest privately operated animal hospital in Michigan and America, we combine 180 years of tradition with modern medical advancements to serve dogs and cats throughout their lifespans. Our experienced team prioritizes compassionate care, preventative medicine, and personalized treatment plans tailored to each pet's unique needs.Located in downtown Detroit, we maintain long-term relationships with our clients and offer comprehensive services including vaccinations, dental care, senior pet care, and surgical procedures. Our in-house laboratory and advanced diagnostic equipment enable efficient testing and treatment. We emphasize education to strengthen the human-pet bond and ensure urban pets receive specialized care addressing Detroit's unique veterinary challenges.
Services
Dental Care
Vaccinations
Senior Pet Care
Pet Surgery
Online Pharmacy
Highlights and features
- We provide 180 years of specialized veterinary expertise in Detroit's urban pet care.
- Our experienced staff maintains long-term relationships with clients and their pets.
- We offer in-house diagnostics and advanced treatment capabilities for comprehensive care.
- Our customized vaccination plans address Detroit's specific disease prevention needs.
- We emphasize preventative care and education to strengthen human-pet relationships.
Services
Dental Health Care
Our dental care services prevent systemic health issues by addressing periodontal disease in pets. Regular cleanings and oral exams help avoid heart, liver, and kidney complications from dental infections. We provide comprehensive oral health assessments and treatments tailored to each pet's specific needs.
Vaccinations
We develop customized vaccination schedules to protect pets against preventable diseases. Our protocols follow city requirements for rabies and address Detroit's specific risks like parvovirus and leptospirosis. Each vaccination includes documentation and pet ID tags for identification and licensing purposes.
Senior Pet Care
Our senior wellness program includes annual exams and blood work to monitor age-related conditions. We implement preventative strategies for common geriatric issues and provide tailored treatment plans to maintain quality of life for aging pets in their later years.
Pet Surgery
We offer surgical services with pre-operative diagnostics and post-operative care. Our facility maintains strict protocols for anesthesia and pain management, ensuring safe procedures for both routine and complex surgical cases requiring specialized attention.
Online Pharmacy
Our online pharmacy provides convenient access to prescribed medications and preventive products. Pet owners receive reliable home delivery of heartworm preventatives, flea control products, and prescription medications with professional guidance for proper administration.
People
Dr. Amanda Lee
Owner
Dr. Amanda Lee has served as hospital owner since October 2022. With veterinary experience since 2002 as both technician and veterinarian, she brings extensive clinical expertise and leadership to Patterson Dog & Cat Hospital's ongoing legacy of care.
Dr. Oliver Riopelle
Veterinarian
Dr. Oliver Riopelle provides general practice services with particular interest in urban pet health challenges. A Southeast Michigan native, he contributes specialized knowledge of local zoonotic disease prevention and community-based veterinary care approaches.
Questions
What services does Patterson Dog & Cat Hospital offer?
We provide comprehensive veterinary care including vaccinations, dental services, senior pet care, surgical procedures, and preventive medicine tailored to Detroit's urban pet population.
How do I schedule a first appointment?
New clients can call (313) 832-7282 to schedule appointments. A non-refundable deposit is required, and initial appointments typically book 3-4 weeks in advance.
Do you offer emergency care services?
We are closed weekends and do not provide 24/7 emergency services. For urgent care outside business hours, we recommend contacting local emergency veterinary clinics.
What payment methods do you accept?
Payment details aren't specified in our materials, but we recommend contacting our office directly at (313) 832-7282 for current payment policy information.
Reviews (5)
Leroy Younger
May 20, 2022
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I was a little worried about how this visit would pan out as this was the first time. As soon as I got into the room with the vet, it was the most wonderful experience. Such a sweet and genuine person taking care of animals.
Brittany Adkins
Jan 28, 2022
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I have been taking my animals to Patterson for years. The doctors and the staff are top tier. Always friendly and there's never too long of a wait time. Hands down the best bet in the area.
Tracey P.
Jan 06, 2022
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Been a client for 18 years, 2 dogs 1 cat. I RECOMMENDED THEM ALL DAY LONG. They care about the animals. They are knowledgeable, and discuss and explain. They work as much as they CAN with payment. They treat pet parents with respect always. Their process is pretty tight, you get in and out on reasonable fashion, get info (really talk to you), exam, RX, billing--even during pandemic. Even easy to get to, 4 minute off freeway and downtown Detroit. And one of the OLDEST businesses on Detroit. Much much much love for them!
Tonia Gaines
Dec 26, 2021
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I absolutely love the staff, they are so compassionate with the animals. I'm glad that I found them for my fur babies. When my Beethoven was diagnosed with lymphoma they not only comforted him they comforted me as well. Beethoven has passed on but I will be getting me another fur baby and he will be treated Dr. Graham and staff
Jennifer Mones
Dec 05, 2021
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The staff is friendly, took great care of my diabetic cat, and even sent him home with diet treats after a dental cleaning. They're also great and timely about approving my cat's prescription food on Chewy.
