Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Animal Care Provider in Tallmadge, OH
Our mission at Tallmadge Animal Hospital is to provide excellence in small animal care while enhancing the experience of pet ownership. Since establishing our practice in 1967, we've maintained a family-like approach to veterinary medicine, combining compassionate care with advanced diagnostic and treatment technologies. Our team of veterinary professionals brings decades of combined experience and ongoing education to address wellness, surgery, dentistry, internal medicine, radiology, and endoscopic procedures. We treat every pet as if they were our own family member, offering personalized attention that extends to educating owners about preventative care and home dental maintenance. Our state-of-the-art facilities feature digital imaging, advanced surgical equipment, and comprehensive laboratory testing capabilities to meet or exceed AAHA standards for veterinary practice.As active members of the Tallmadge community and surrounding areas, we serve pets from Akron, Summit County, Cuyahoga Falls, Stow, Munroe Falls, Kent, Brimfield, Mogadore, and Tallmadge itself. Our continual investment in modern veterinary technology reflects our commitment to delivering world-class medical care. We maintain open communication with pet owners throughout every visit, ensuring you understand your pet's health status and treatment options. Our staff's extensive experience spans military service, academic veterinary medicine, and multi-generational involvement in animal health. Every team member shares our core philosophy that pets deserve the same level of medical attention and compassionate treatment as human family members.
Services
Preventative Care
Diagnostics
Dentistry
Surgery
Laboratory Services
Ultrasound Imaging
Details
- Year established: 1967
Highlights and features
- We offer 50+ years of continuous veterinary care excellence since 1967
- Our hospital maintains AAHA-standard surgical facilities with advanced equipment
- Veterinary team includes specialists in dentistry, internal medicine, and diagnostics
- Comprehensive care includes preventative medicine, dentistry, and emergency services
- Family-oriented approach treating pets as valued family members
What people say
Most compassionate staff
Knowledgeable veterinarians
Personalized attention
5-star excellence
Amazing team
Services
Preventative Care
Our preventative medicine program focuses on disease prevention and health maintenance through physical exams, vaccinations, parasite control, and nutritional counseling. We emphasize early detection of potential health issues to ensure pets maintain optimal health throughout their lives. This comprehensive approach helps extend pets' lifespans while minimizing treatment costs through timely interventions.
Diagnostics
We offer advanced diagnostic capabilities including digital X-rays, ultrasound imaging, and comprehensive laboratory testing. Our endoscopic equipment supports detailed internal examinations for gastrointestinal, respiratory, and urinary system evaluations. These tools enable accurate diagnosis of conditions through minimally invasive procedures, supporting effective treatment planning for complex medical cases.
Dentistry
Our dental services include routine cleanings, periodontal disease treatment, and endodontic procedures using digital dental X-rays. We address common issues like odontoclastic resorptive lesions in cats and provide home dental care education. Specialized equipment supports root canal treatments and comprehensive oral health assessments to prevent systemic health complications from dental disease.
Surgery
Equipped with modern surgical facilities, we perform general and orthopedic procedures meeting or exceeding AAHA standards. Our laser surgical unit enhances precision while monitoring equipment ensures patient safety through continuous vital sign tracking. The experienced surgical team prioritizes pain management and post-operative care for optimal recovery outcomes.
Laboratory Services
Our on-site laboratory supports rapid diagnostic testing for heartworm, parasites, and blood chemistry profiles. Advanced monitoring equipment provides real-time ECG, blood pressure, and oxygen saturation measurements during procedures. This immediate access to critical test results enables timely treatment decisions for both routine and emergency veterinary cases.
People
Dr. Michael R. Andrews
President
A 1967 OSU Veterinary Medicine graduate, Dr. Andrews served in the U.S. Army Veterinary Corps before joining Tallmadge Animal Hospital in 1975. He brings decades of experience in veterinary practice while maintaining current knowledge through continuing education. His leadership ensures high medical standards while treating pets as family members.
Dr. Tracy Buckwalter
Veterinarian
A University of Pennsylvania Veterinary Medicine graduate, Dr. Buckwalter provides care as associate veterinarian during Dr. Andrews' absences. Her expertise complements the hospital's commitment to comprehensive animal healthcare, ensuring consistent high-quality medical services for all patients. She maintains the practice's tradition of compassionate care.
Susan E. Andrews
Vice President
With lifelong experience in veterinary medicine, Susan contributes administrative expertise and institutional knowledge. As both educator and business leader, she plays key roles in hospital operations and client relations while supporting the team's family-oriented care philosophy.
Nina
Hospital Manager Emeritus
After 45+ years of dedicated service, Nina continues sharing her extensive veterinary practice knowledge part-time. Her career accomplishments include training staff and managing hospital operations while providing compassionate client support through countless pet healthcare journeys.
Sarah
Hospital Manager
As hospital manager, Sarah oversees daily operations including scheduling, inventory, patient records, and staff training. Her organizational skills ensure smooth clinic operations while maintaining the hospital's high standards for client service and medical record accuracy.
Questions
What services does Tallmadge Animal Hospital offer?
We provide preventative care, diagnostics, dental services, surgery, and laboratory testing for small animals.
Do you offer emergency veterinary services?
We recommend contacting us during regular hours for urgent care needs, as we don't specifically advertise 24/7 emergency services.
What areas do you serve?
We serve Tallmadge and surrounding communities including Akron, Kent, Cuyahoga Falls, and Munroe Falls.
How can I schedule an appointment?
Call us directly at 330-633-5577 or use our online contact options for appointment scheduling.
What payment methods are accepted?
Please contact the office directly to confirm current payment options and financing availability.
Is after-hours care available?
While our regular hours are limited to weekdays and Saturday mornings, we prioritize urgent cases during operating hours.
Reviews (7)
William Jones
Nov 19, 2021
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They got me an appointment quickly , and took good care of my cat . They explained everything to me , in language that I could understand .
Kevin Sedaker
Oct 01, 2021
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Very caring staff. Felt that my dog was in good hands. Giving 4 out of 5 cause she was at the vet from 8am to about 5pm for xrays! Why so long? Originally they said 8am-noon.
Aileen R.
Sep 19, 2021
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We took a kitten, that my daughter found, to see if it was micro chipped. They were so helpful. Unfortunately, it wasn't, so we were unable to find it's owner. On the positive note, my daughter has a new kitten.
J. Coleson
Jun 27, 2021
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The people are awesome! Was in and out very quick for just regular vaccination visits. But very expensive. Paid almost $400 between 2 vaccine/check up appointments for a cat. Was told that neutering and declawing STARTED at $660 dollars!!! I don't think I will be going back.
Maria Tromposch
May 15, 2021
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Wonderful veterinary practice. Dr. Andrews is polite, professional, enjoyable to work with. The ladies/techs are so nice and helpful. We want the best for our furbabies. This was one of the ONLY vets that allowed owners inside with their pets during covid, extremely important to most pet owners
Crystal Elton
Apr 15, 2021
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They are the friendliest Veterinary clinic that I have ever had the pleasure of my dogs being patients of theirs.
Maria Tromposch
Mar 22, 2021
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My mom's cat needs surgery and the vet we go to isn't "full service". Dr Andrews was recommended by a friend of mine who is also a vet. He is one of the few doctors currently allowing the owner to come into the exam room which is extremely important as you can imagine when you are meeting someone for the first time. Most pet lovers do not feel comfortable handing their pet off to someone and waiting in their car.. The office and tech staff are all friendly and professional. Dr Andrews gave a thorough exam, explained everything as it was being done. The cat also needs a dental cleaning procedure
