Veterinary Services in Lafayette, LA

Vet Med Animal Hospital offers a full range of veterinary services for dogs, cats, and exotic pets in Lafayette and throughout the Acadiana area. From routine wellness exams and vaccinations to orthopedic surgery and in-house diagnostics, our team is equipped to handle your pet’s care at every stage of life.

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Comprehensive Pet Care in Lafayette

At Vet Med Animal Hospital, we’ve built our practice around the belief that pet owners in Lafayette shouldn’t have to travel far—or visit multiple specialists—to get quality care.

Our on-site laboratory handles hematology, chemistry, urinalysis, and fecal screening, while our hospital also offers digital radiography. Our in-house pharmacy is stocked with everything from routine parasite preventives to long-term disease management medications. And unlike many local practices, we perform orthopedic surgeries in-house—including procedures that other Acadiana-area hospitals regularly refer out to us.

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Pet Wellness & Preventative Care

Routine exams, parasite prevention, bloodwork, and microchipping.

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Pet Vaccinations

Core and lifestyle vaccines for dogs, cats, and exotics at every age.

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Pet Orthopedic Surgery

TPLO, cruciate repair, and other orthopedic procedures available in-house.

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Pet Soft Tissue Surgery

Mass removals, abdominal procedures, and more, conducted with precision and care.

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Pet Diagnostics & Imaging

Hematology, chemistry panels, cytology, and digital radiography for prompt care.

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Pet Internal Medicine

Expert management for chronic and complex conditions in pets.

Internal Medicine

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Pet Dental Care

Professional dental cleanings, tartar removal, extractions, and periodontal care.

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Exotic Pet Care

Wellness exams and medical care for birds, lizards, snakes, guinea pigs, rabbits, and more.

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Pet Urgent Care

Care when you need it, including walk-ins, drop-offs, and same-day urgent appointments.

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Pet Grooming

Baths, nail trims, ear cleaning, and anal gland expression for dogs and cats.

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Pet Boarding

Available to established clients who use our practice for routine vaccines and preventive care.

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Pet End-of-Life Care

Every end-of-life visit is handled with gentleness, dignity, and deep respect for your family.

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Pet Reproductive Care

Support for responsible pet breeding, wellness, and long-term health outcomes.

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FAQs About Our Veterinary Services

Have questions about what we offer at Vet Med Animal Hospital? Here are answers to what Lafayette pet owners ask us most.

What veterinary services does Vet Med Animal Hospital offer in Lafayette?

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Vet Med Animal Hospital provides a comprehensive range of veterinary services for dogs, cats, and exotic pets in Lafayette, LA. Our offerings include wellness exams, vaccinations, dental care, soft tissue and orthopedic surgery, in-house diagnostics, internal medicine, urgent care, grooming, boarding, pharmacy services, and end-of-life care—all available at our Kaliste Saloom Road location.

Does Vet Med Animal Hospital perform surgery in-house?

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Yes. Dr. Scott Tate performs both soft tissue and orthopedic surgeries at our Lafayette clinic, including spays, neuters, TPLO, cruciate repair, fracture management, and emergency procedures. We use sevoflurane anesthesia for all surgical cases. Many pet owners in the Acadiana area are referred to us specifically for orthopedic procedures that other local practices don't perform in-house.

Do you have diagnostic equipment on-site?

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We do. Our in-house laboratory is equipped to run hematology panels, chemistry profiles, urinalysis, fecal screening, and cytology. We also offer digital radiography. Having these capabilities on-site means our team can often diagnose and begin treatment during the same appointment—without sending samples to an outside lab.

Do you see exotic pets at Vet Med Animal Hospital?

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Yes. In addition to dogs and cats, we see a variety of exotic pets, including birds, lizards, snakes, guinea pigs, and rabbits. If you're unsure whether we can care for your specific exotic animal, give us a call, and we'll be happy to let you know.

Do you offer urgent care for pets in Lafayette?

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Yes. Vet Med Animal Hospital accepts walk-ins, drop-offs, and same-day urgent care appointments during regular business hours. We triage patients based on urgency and are equipped to provide IV fluids, oxygen support, hospitalization, and critical care when needed.

Is there an in-house pharmacy at Vet Med Animal Hospital?

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Yes. Our in-house pharmacy is stocked with a wide range of medications—from routine flea, tick, and heartworm preventives to prescription drugs for long-term disease management. In many cases, your pet's medication can be filled and sent home the same day as their appointment.