Business Details
29 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Your Trusted Veterinarian in Byron, GA
At Critter Fixer Veterinary Hospital, we are dedicated to providing comprehensive and compassionate veterinary care for companion animals. Our team of experienced professionals combines advanced medical knowledge with a genuine love for animals, ensuring your pets receive the highest standard of treatment throughout their lives. We specialize in preventive care, early disease detection, and advanced medical and surgical interventions tailored to meet the unique needs of each pet. Our facility maintains rigorous cleanliness standards and offers a welcoming environment to ensure both pets and owners feel comfortable during visits.With 24/7 emergency services and a commitment to staying current with veterinary advancements, we strive to be the trusted partner in your pet's health journey. Our veterinarians bring decades of combined experience from diverse backgrounds, including international veterinary programs and specialized training in animal care. We prioritize personalized attention, transparent communication, and ethical practices in every interaction, making us a reliable choice for pet healthcare in the Byron community.
Services
Exams and Consultations
Microchipping
Vaccinations
Emergency Care
Dental Care
Surgery
Preventative Care
Diagnostic Imaging
Boarding
Nutritional Counseling
Details
- Year established: 1997
Highlights and features
- We offer 24/7 emergency veterinary services for urgent pet care needs
- Our veterinarians maintain rigorous continuing education in modern veterinary practices
- We provide personalized care with a focus on preventive medicine strategies
- Our facility maintains hospital-grade cleanliness standards for animal safety
- We combine decades of experience with compassionate, individualized attention
What people say
Great compassion
THE BOMB
Saved my fur baby
Knowledgeable and caring
Affordable treatment
Services
Exams and Consultations
Our comprehensive wellness exams include physical assessments, medical history reviews, and personalized care recommendations. We use advanced diagnostic tools to detect health issues early and create tailored treatment plans. Our consultations emphasize preventive care and owner education to maintain optimal pet health.
Emergency Care
Available 24/7 for critical pet emergencies including trauma, poisoning, and acute illnesses. Our team provides immediate stabilization, diagnostic testing, and intensive care. We maintain specialized equipment and protocols to handle life-threatening conditions efficiently.
Vaccinations
We offer core and elective vaccinations following AAHA guidelines to protect against common infectious diseases. Our vaccination protocols consider each pet's age, lifestyle, and risk factors. We provide rabies certification and maintain detailed immunization records.
Dental Care
Professional dental cleanings include ultrasonic scaling, polishing, and oral health assessments under anesthesia. We treat periodontal disease, perform extractions when necessary, and provide home care guidance to maintain dental health.
Surgery
Our surgical services include spaying/neutering, soft tissue procedures, and orthopedic interventions. We use modern anesthetic protocols, surgical monitoring equipment, and post-operative pain management to ensure patient safety and comfort.
People
Dr. Vernard L. Hodges
Veterinarian
Graduated from Tuskegee University School of Veterinary Medicine in 1997. Specializes in companion animal care with expertise in fish biology and aquaculture. Maintains a fish farm in Peach County while providing compassionate veterinary services.
Dr. Terrence Ferguson
Veterinarian
Tuskegee School of Veterinary Medicine graduate (1998) with experience in wildlife medicine. Active community mentor and youth organization treasurer. Provides comprehensive pet care while serving as church trustee in Central Georgia.
Questions
What emergency services do you offer?
We provide 24/7 emergency veterinary care for critical conditions including trauma, poisoning, and acute illnesses requiring immediate attention.
Do you offer dental care for pets?
Yes, we provide professional teeth cleaning, oral health assessments, and dental treatments under anesthesia for comprehensive pet dental care.
Are vaccinations available at your clinic?
We offer core vaccinations following AAHA guidelines and provide rabies certification with detailed immunization record keeping.
What surgical procedures do you perform?
Our surgical services include spaying/neutering, soft tissue procedures, and orthopedic interventions with modern anesthetic monitoring and post-operative care.
How do you handle preventive care?
We emphasize wellness exams, parasite prevention, and tailored vaccination protocols to maintain pet health and detect issues early.
What makes your hospital unique?
Our combination of 24/7 emergency services, experienced veterinarians, and commitment to personalized care creates a distinctive pet healthcare experience.
Reviews (7)
Ray Mcentire
Apr 21, 2022
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Have used them for many years but after this last visit I will find another vet. Ran test and service fees for the purpose of increasing the bill. Two other customers were upset about the bill that they were presented with. It was a good place when Dr Ferguson was in the house can't say the same for the attending veteran.
Corey Goss Jr
Apr 18, 2022
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First vet experience. Great customer service and care your pet. Vet Tech Rush was AMAZING! My cat and I are happy here.
Starchipmunk
Apr 11, 2022
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It is nice here at Critter fixers Veterinary Hospital in Byron Georgia where are you and your pet feel welcomed for your Animal friends. they are worth giving a try for your next Pets check up. or in-office procedure pet care.
Carol Hughes
Jan 26, 2022
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We have been going to the Critter Fixer for over 20 yrs and it has gotten worse each yr. We needed to get two cats spades and the office help was so rude told me they were REAL busy and it would be the end of Feb or up into March. I was upset told her to tell the doctor's to please spend more time in the office and not out making movies of all the work they are doing out in the fields and take better care of the office patients. We have brought over16 animals to the office. We have changed vet's. Thank you.
Mike A.
Jan 15, 2022
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Critical: Professionalism, Quality From personal experience I've seen two sides to the owner. I used to think his staff was well trained also but the mistreatment of animals I've witnessed isn't ok. I truly hope he makes better choices with his businesses.
Rebecca Marcy
Dec 24, 2021
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I can not say enough about Dr. Ferguson and his staff. We have been seeing them for about two years now. They are always so Compassionate. We had emergency Christmas Eve. The staff got us right in and took amazing care of our fur baby. The staff and Doctors truly care about the animals and it shows. Everyone has been amazing and I can not thank them enough. I highly recommend Critter Fixer if Byron to anyone looking for an affordable, clean, and compassionate vet office.
Whitney Goin
Dec 23, 2021
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We have been bringing our animals here for a while now and always had a great experience. But the day before Christmas Eve we had to bring our dog in, she had an open laceration and we were able to bring her in first thing in the morning and the vet even came in to work early, 30 minutes before he was supposed to be there so they could get her sutured up right away so she wouldn't have to wait (she is VERY anxious at the vet).
They called when she was out of surgery and let us know how it went and we were able to pick her up a few hours later. They made a very stressful situation so much easier on us. I will always bring my animals here and recommend them to everyone! They also offer military discount which is so great for a lot of people in this area.
They called when she was out of surgery and let us know how it went and we were able to pick her up a few hours later. They made a very stressful situation so much easier on us. I will always bring my animals here and recommend them to everyone! They also offer military discount which is so great for a lot of people in this area.