Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Emergency
services
Your Trusted Veterinary Partner in Chelsea, MI
Lane Animal Hospital, established in 1905, is a full-service veterinary medical facility dedicated to providing exceptional care for pets in Chelsea, MI, and surrounding areas. Our professional and courteous staff offers comprehensive medical, surgical, dental, boarding, and grooming services, prioritizing responsible pet ownership and preventative health care. With a legacy of excellence spanning over a century, we combine advanced technology with compassionate service to meet the needs of pets and their owners.Our team includes experienced veterinarians committed to continuing education and community engagement, ensuring high-quality care tailored to each pet's unique needs. We maintain a strong focus on client education, fostering the human-animal bond, and adapting to evolving veterinary practices while preserving our founding values.
Services
Wellness Exams
Surgery
Radiology
Grooming
Boarding
Dental Care
Emergency Care
Internal Medicine
Parasite Prevention
Nutritional Counseling
Details
- Year established: 1905
Highlights and features
- Our experienced veterinarians and staff prioritize compassionate, personalized care for every pet.
- We offer 24/7 emergency referrals to specialized hospitals for critical after-hour care.
- Advanced diagnostic tools like digital radiology and ultrasound ensure accurate treatment.
- Decades of local expertise combined with ongoing veterinary education and community involvement.
- Full-service facility providing wellness exams, surgery, boarding, and grooming in one location.
What people say
Friendly and caring staff
Exceptional veterinary expertise
Excellent boarding experience
Compassionate emergency care
Professional grooming services
Services
Wellness Exams
Annual wellness exams ensure pets maintain optimal health through early disease detection and preventive care. Our veterinarians tailor vaccination schedules and wellness plans to each pet's age and lifestyle. Clients receive personalized guidance on nutrition, exercise, and behavioral concerns during these comprehensive nose-to-tail evaluations.
Boarding
Our supervised boarding facilities provide safe, comfortable care for dogs and cats when owners travel. Pets receive multiple daily play sessions, medicated feedings, and personalized attention. All boarders must maintain current vaccinations and parasite prevention to ensure a healthy environment for every guest.
Grooming
Professional grooming services include bathing, nail trimming, dental care, and coat maintenance in a calm, supervised setting. Our stylists handle anxious or senior pets with special care while offering de-matting, de-skunking, and luxury pamper packages for improved pet comfort and appearance.
Emergency Care
We provide immediate veterinary attention during business hours for critical pet conditions requiring rapid intervention. After-hours emergencies receive immediate referral to 24/7 specialized hospitals with intensive care capabilities. Our team stabilizes urgent cases before transferring them to appropriate emergency facilities.
Dental Care
Comprehensive dental services prevent and treat oral diseases through cleanings, extractions, and periodontal care. Digital X-rays help diagnose hidden dental issues while our team educates owners on home care techniques. Regular dental exams maintain pets' overall health and prevent systemic complications from oral infections.
People
Dr. Jonathan F. Lane
Veterinarian/Owner/President
Fourth-generation Chelsea veterinarian with 30+ years of experience. Graduated from Ross University in 1995. Member of Michigan and American Veterinary Medical Associations. Active in local scholarship committees and youth sports organizations. Specializes in practice management and community veterinary medicine.
Dr. Margaret C. Lane
Veterinarian/Owner/Treasurer
Veterinarian with 28 years of practice experience. Holds advanced certification for foreign veterinary graduates. Former veterinary educator and AVMA council member. Serves on Michigan State Animal Response Team. Focuses on behavioral medicine and internal medicine cases.
Dr. Robert C. Bowers
Veterinarian/Retired Owner
Semi-retired veterinarian practicing since 1972. Ohio State University graduate with 50+ years in Chelsea. Former Chelsea High School Scholarship Committee member. Provides weekly appointments and periodic surgical services while mentoring younger staff members.
Rachel Michalsen
Practice Manager
Veterinary Practice Manager with 4 years at LAH and 10 years previous business management experience. Pursuing Certified Veterinary Practice Manager status. Member of Washtenaw County Veterinary Medical Association and Veterinary Hospital Managers Association. Oversees daily hospital operations.
Katherine McClure
Pet Stylist
Full-time professional pet groomer since 2021. Completes 800+ training hours and specializes in large/giant breeds. Completed additional feline grooming certification in 2022. Provides gentle handling for anxious and senior pets during grooming sessions.
Questions
What veterinary services does Lane Animal Hospital offer?
We provide wellness exams, surgery, dental care, boarding, grooming, diagnostic imaging, internal medicine, emergency referrals, and preventative care for pets in Chelsea and surrounding areas.
Can I board my pet at Lane Animal Hospital?
Yes, our boarding facility offers supervised playtime, medicated feedings, and personalized care for dogs and cats. All boarders require up-to-date vaccinations and parasite prevention documentation.
What are your emergency care options?
We handle emergencies during business hours. After-hours urgent cases receive immediate referral to 24/7 hospitals while our team provides stabilization care before transfer.
Do you offer pet grooming services?
Our professional grooming salon provides bathing, nail trimming, dental care, and coat maintenance with special attention for anxious or senior pets in a calm environment.
What sets Lane Animal Hospital apart from other clinics?
Combined 150+ years of veterinary expertise, fourth-generation Chelsea legacy, advanced diagnostic tools, and commitment to personalized care distinguish our century-old practice.
How do I schedule appointments?
Request appointments 24/7 through our PetDesk app or by calling our office. New clients can complete registration forms online before their first visit.
Reviews (4)
Kaine Diver
Jan 06, 2022
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We use Dr. Fryburg for our dog and cat and he does a great job. Lane is professional and has above average business operations.
Derek Davis
Dec 27, 2021
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We were only in town for a couple of days and our Dachshund had an infected paw / nail bed that needed attention. They were able to squeeze us in and see our pup the day we called. The medicine they gave him is working wonderfully and we couldn't be more pleased. They were super friendly and thorough with their explanations. We also thought their pricing was very reasonable. Thank you so much!!
Nicki Oversmith
Dec 14, 2021
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I cannot say enough good things about the vets and staff at Lane Animal Hospital. Everyone has always treated my dogs with such love and care, I've never doubted they were in good hands. A couple of my dogs have had hip dysplasia and one recently passed from cancer. The vets were always open about different treatments available and supportive of the treatments I chose. I never felt pressured into options I couldn't afford. Plus my dogs are always so excited to go there - that was not the case at our previous vet.
Michael Madison
Dec 13, 2021
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Everything was perfect! From ease of scheduling appointment
to quality of diagnosis
to explaining issue &
finding solution. My little Hazel is always in good hands
to quality of diagnosis
to explaining issue &
finding solution. My little Hazel is always in good hands
