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Compassionate Veterinary Care in Milton, WA
Dill Animal Hospital has been a trusted name in veterinary medicine since 2017, providing state-of-the-art medical care for pets in Milton, WA. Our team of highly trained professionals is dedicated to delivering compassionate surgical, dental, and medical services while nurturing the human-animal bond. We prioritize patient care through advanced diagnostics, preventive medicine, and specialized treatments like acupuncture. Our facility features digital radiography, in-house lab work, and emergency care referrals, ensuring comprehensive solutions for pet health.With a focus on client education and personalized treatment plans, we strive to make every visit positive for both pets and their owners. Our staff combines decades of experience with ongoing professional development to maintain the highest standards of care. We are committed to transparency, ethical practices, and community engagement through pet health resources and local outreach initiatives.
Services
Preventive Care
Surgical Procedures
Dental Services
Radiology
Acupuncture
Ultrasonography
In-House Lab
Microchipping
Vaccinations
Parasite Control
Highlights and features
- We offer 31 years of combined veterinary experience with advanced medical technology
- Our team provides comprehensive care from routine checkups to complex surgeries
- We maintain 8:30am-8pm Monday hours for client convenience
- Our facility features digital radiography and in-house lab diagnostics
- We emphasize preventive care with customized nutrition and vaccination plans
What people say
Extreme compassion
Great with cats
Competent caring staff
State of the art care
Best veterinary hospital
Services
Surgical Procedures
We offer routine and complex surgical procedures including spays/neuters, soft tissue surgery, and dental operations. Our surgical team uses modern anesthetic protocols and monitoring equipment to ensure patient safety. Post-operative care includes pain management and follow-up consultations to ensure proper healing.
Preventive Care
Our preventive medicine program includes vaccinations, parasite control, and wellness exams to maintain optimal pet health. We provide customized nutrition plans and early disease detection through regular checkups. Preventive care helps avoid costly treatments for preventable conditions.
Digital Radiology
On-site digital radiography provides immediate imaging for diagnosing fractures, internal injuries, and organ abnormalities. This technology allows for quicker diagnosis and treatment decisions. We also offer dental radiography for comprehensive oral health assessments.
Acupuncture
Veterinary acupuncture treats chronic pain, arthritis, and neurological conditions using sterile needle insertion at specific points. This complementary therapy improves circulation and reduces inflammation. Most pets tolerate sessions well with visible relaxation during treatment.
In-House Lab
Our advanced lab equipment delivers bloodwork and urinalysis results in 20 minutes for rapid diagnosis. Critical cases benefit from immediate testing capabilities. For specialized analysis, we partner with Antech Diagnostics for 24-hour turnaround on complex cases.
People
Dr. Jacki Tegarden
Veterinarian
31-year veterinary professional with expertise in surgery, dentistry, and acupuncture. Graduated from Washington State University and Oregon State University. Practice owner since 2017, emphasizing compassionate care and client communication.
Josh Erdahl
Office Manager
Manages clinic operations with hospitality industry background. Ensures smooth front/back office coordination. Supports veterinary team while maintaining client service standards. Married to Dr. Tegarden with multiple rescue pets.
Lacey Cughan
Veterinary Technician
7-year veterinary technician with surgical and radiology expertise. Pursuing full certification while providing patient care. Passionate about animal welfare and continuing education. Active in home improvement and outdoor activities.
Questions
What veterinary services do you offer?
We provide preventive care, surgery, dentistry, digital radiology, acupuncture, lab work, microchipping, and parasite control. Emergency referrals available during business hours.
What are your business hours?
Monday 8:30am-8pm, Tuesday-Friday 8:30am-5:30pm. Closed weekends. Urgent care handled during regular hours with emergency referrals after hours.
Do you handle pet emergencies?
We see some emergencies during business hours. After hours, we recommend ER Vets of Western Washington clinics listed on our website with current wait times.
How can I request medication refills?
Email refill requests at least one week before medication runs out. Allow 3-5 business days for processing during current staffing limitations.
What payment methods do you accept?
We accept major credit cards, cash, and checks. Payment required at time of service with financing options available through third-party providers.
Reviews (5)
Dave W.
Jun 20, 2022
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Used to be great but have gone downhill since Dr. Dill left and it was sold. Call and have an issue its tough luck. We're busy. Recently tried again to get a cat in with a urinary tract infection. Said it would be a month. Cat would be dead by then. I understand many vets are having issues but a month wait is just ridiculous.
Paula Chaney
Apr 23, 2022
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Dill Animal Hospital is the best place to get good quality and compassionate care for pets. My cat can be very skittish and very nervous around other people, but he loves the staff at Dill! He is always calm and mellow with them!
Demonic Donut
Mar 17, 2022
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We love Dr. T. Great bedside manner with humans and pets. Genuinely cares and does her best to help. She's the only vet we see there so I can't speak about the others. Pricing is good and they don't nickle and dime you. The rest of the staff is helpful and nice as well. They are short staffed and over worked, but doing their best. They might not call you back as quickly as you'd like, but we trust them with our pets lives.
We've tried 4 other vets in the area, two of which almost killed one of our cats when they wouldn't listen to us when we told them he has a known reoccurring issue/disease. They aren't taking new clients at the moment, but if you're lucky enough to get in you won't be disappointed.
We've tried 4 other vets in the area, two of which almost killed one of our cats when they wouldn't listen to us when we told them he has a known reoccurring issue/disease. They aren't taking new clients at the moment, but if you're lucky enough to get in you won't be disappointed.
Nataliya Lee
Feb 11, 2022
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Scheduling can be a bit out, however, they're great with our pets and very friendly every time we come in.
William Brown
Jan 12, 2022
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Awesome staff, very professional and caring. They took extra steps to calm my anxiety ridden cat making the visit very smooth. The entire time I was reassured, calming my own anxiety. I felt they had my cat's best interests in mind and I truly felt we received the best care.
