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Your Trusted Veterinarian in Amelia, OH
Lake Pointe Veterinary Hospital is a full-service animal hospital dedicated to providing comprehensive veterinary care for pets throughout their lives. Established with a commitment to excellence, our team of highly trained professionals offers preventative care, advanced diagnostics, surgical services, and specialized treatment for exotic pets. We prioritize compassionate care, utilizing state-of-the-art technology to ensure accurate diagnoses and effective treatments.Our AAHA-accredited facility meets rigorous standards in veterinary practice, emphasizing quality care, client education, and community trust. With extended hours and emergency services, we serve Amelia, OH, and surrounding areas, fostering lasting relationships with pets and their families through personalized, ethical care.
Services
Preventative Care
Exotic Pet Care
Pet Surgery
Pet Dentistry
Pet Grooming
Pet Boarding
In-House Diagnostics
Laser Therapy
End-of-Life Care
Emergency Services
Highlights and features
- We offer AAHA-accredited care with rigorous industry standards.
- Our team specializes in exotic pet care and advanced diagnostics.
- 24/7 emergency services ensure immediate care when needed.
- Personalized wellness plans tailored to your pet's unique needs.
- Fear-Free Certified Grooming and certified veterinary technicians on staff.
Associations and certifications
- AAHA
What people say
Treated like family
Professional and kind
Excellent exotic care
Quick recovery success
Peaceful euthanasia process
Services
Preventative Care
Our preventative care focuses on early disease detection through annual exams, vaccinations, and parasite prevention. Regular checkups establish health baselines, enabling tailored care plans to maintain your pet's long-term wellness. We emphasize client education to empower informed decisions about nutrition, lifestyle, and preventive treatments.
Exotic Pet Care
We provide expert care for birds, reptiles, and small mammals, addressing unique health needs through routine exams and specialized treatments. Our team offers guidance on nutrition, housing, and behavioral enrichment to ensure exotic pets thrive. Annual checkups help detect subtle health changes in these sensitive species.
Pet Surgery
Our surgical services range from routine spays/neuters to advanced orthopedic procedures, performed with pre-anesthetic bloodwork and advanced monitoring. Pain management protocols ensure patient comfort, while nerve blocks and post-op medications support smooth recoveries. Emergency surgeries are handled with urgency and precision.
Pet Dentistry
Comprehensive dental care includes professional cleanings, extractions, and periodontal treatments to prevent oral disease. We use digital X-rays to assess tooth roots and employ polishing/sealants to protect enamel. Early intervention helps avoid systemic health issues linked to dental disease in pets.
Pet Grooming
Our Fear-Free Certified groomers offer breed-specific trims, baths, and maintenance services using hypoallergenic products. Certified technicians perform nail trims, ear cleaning, and deshedding treatments tailored to your pet's coat type. Grooming packages include optional add-ons like teeth brushing and cologne application.
People
Catherine Wallace DVM
Veterinarian
Dr. Wallace specializes in exotics and animal behavior, graduating from The Royal (Dick) School of Veterinary Studies. She enjoys hiking with her whippets and playing Dungeons and Dragons in her free time.
Heather Carlin DVM
Veterinarian
Dr. Carlin focuses on internal medicine, graduating from the University of Tennessee. She competes in endurance rides with her boxer Sadie and Arabian horses Minuet and Cash.
Lauren Callahan
National Certified Master Groomer
With 12 years of grooming experience, Lauren leads our salon team. She trains dogs for competitions and holds certifications in multiple grooming specialties, including poodle styling and terrier grooming.
Tracy Koger
Practice Manager
Tracy oversees hospital operations with 10 years of experience. She manages inventory and coordinates staff training while caring for her Yorkie Max and mixed-breed dog Erma.
Sandra Simpson
Veterinary Technician
Sandra specializes in exotic animals with 20+ years of experience. She cares for a crested gecko, European starling, and multiple rescue pets while assisting in exotic patient treatments.
Questions
What exotic pets do you treat?
We care for birds, reptiles (bearded dragons, snakes, turtles), small mammals (guinea pigs, rabbits, chinchillas), and pot-bellied pigs with specialized exams and treatments.
Do you offer emergency services?
Yes, we provide emergency care during regular hours. Call ahead at (513) 474-5700 for urgent situations involving trauma, poisoning, or severe illness.
What are your vaccination requirements for boarding?
Boarding requires up-to-date rabies, distemper, bordetella vaccines for dogs, and rabies, FVRCP, and leukemia vaccines for cats, plus recent fecal exams.
Can I schedule a grooming appointment online?
Call our grooming line at (513) 797-7387 or schedule in-person. We recommend booking weekly/bi-weekly for consistent grooming services.
What cremation options are available?
We offer private cremation with individual urns and group cremation with memorial meadow scattering, plus keepsake urn selections for pet memorials.
How do you handle anxious pets during exams?
Our Fear-Free Certified staff uses calming techniques and specialized handling to reduce stress for nervous pets during grooming and medical procedures.
Reviews (4)
Mike M.
Jun 14, 2022
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Amazing service by amazing people who really care about my 8 year old dog Chopper & 19 year old cat Callie. I drive 45 minutes each way to for my pets to see the best veterinarians in the area. Please remember "Good help ain't cheap and cheap help ain't good"" and yes, they are super busy, so you might have to wait on the phone sometimes or call back. You cannot get this level of care at any other local veterinarian.
Leigh Anne Gerald
Jun 07, 2022
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I took my almost 2 year old cat in today to be seen for an emergency visit. The staff was friendly, but I have to give some props to Cassie! She went above and BEYOND for my girl today. She made sure that Olive was comfortable and felt loved. Cassie gave Olive extra attention, care, love, and pets when she needed it most. Thank you SO much, Cassie, for making Olive's visit just the slightest bit less stressful!
Jennifer Nicole Garrett
May 07, 2022
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Always a pleasure coming for a visit. They make u feel like family, very kind to my pet and I. Awnsers all questions and are helpful with info. The wait time is reasonable. I would Recommend to all pet owners to come and check them out.
Zoe Moore-Runck
Apr 15, 2022
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I always have a wonderful experience! They have cared for my 10 rats, 4 mice, 6 ferrets, turtle, and snake! I've been very grateful for the amazing care they provide and the knowledge of the veterinarians and technicians. They have always been very helpful and supportive throughout the process of the loss of my 4 mice and 3 rats. They are always able to pick up a call and answer a question! I will continue to bring my pets here for the foreseeable future!
