After a recent move to south city, I came across Jewell Animal Hospital on the corner of Chippewa and Tamm.
Being dissatisfied with the veterinary service I was receiving at another animal hospital in the county, I decided to begin having my pet cared for here.
Located in an old renovated house, the hospital is so warm and inviting. While other hospitals seem cold, sterile (in a bad way), and completely uninviting, this hospital was the polar opposite. The small staff is warm and inviting of everyone who walks through the door. The homey atmosphere made it a comfortable place for my pet and I; and I do believe that my animal's vet experience has a lot to do with my comfort level. Dr. Smith took the time to answer all of my questions, and explained everything in a way that made sense to me; unlike other vets who explained things to me as if I graduated vet school with them.
The hospital also runs an adoption program called Judy's Forgotten Jewells, and they pull animals set for euthanasia from the city pound and jefferson county. While it seems a little crowded with all of the kittens and some dogs for adoption, you can tell they are cared for. Before anyone gets up in arms about the numerous animals; keep in mind that these animals would have otherwise been euthanized, and it's nearly impossible to stop the spread of kennel cough and other respiratory problems in the kennel atmosphere. The best thing for these animals is for them to be taken home, where they can be happier and healthier! The staff does a great job of keeping everything as clean as possible and socializing the animals -- there's not a mean or scared animal to be found!
I will keep coming back to Jewell, both for any new additions to my fuzzy family or the healthcare they may need.
Pros: Caring staff, great atmosphere
Cons: So many animals
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