Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Emergency
services
Your Trusted Veterinarian in Bemidji, MN
Bemidji Veterinary Hospital has been a trusted provider of veterinary care in the Bemidji, Minnesota community since 1940. Our team of experienced veterinarians and support staff is dedicated to delivering compassionate, high-quality medical services for pets throughout their lives. We prioritize patient-centered care, offering comprehensive wellness exams, advanced surgical procedures, and emergency services tailored to individual pet needs. Our hospital maintains strong community ties, employing local professionals and utilizing regional resources for over 93% of our facility upgrades.With state-of-the-art equipment and a focus on continuing education, we provide cutting-edge treatments including orthopedic surgery, acupuncture, and chiropractic care. Our commitment to excellence extends to end-of-life services, boarding facilities, and preventive care programs designed to optimize pet health. Through decades of service, we've built a reputation for combining medical expertise with genuine concern for every animal entrusted to our care.
Services
Wellness Exams
Vaccinations
Dental Care
Orthopedic Surgery
Soft Tissue Surgery
Microchipping
Senior Wellness
Pet Chiropractic
Pet Acupuncture
Urgent Care
Details
- Year established: 1940
Highlights and features
- We offer 24/7 emergency care with same-day appointment availability
- Our team includes board-certified orthopedic surgeons and specialized trainers
- We maintain a 93% local contractor utilization rate for facility operations
- Our staff provides detailed post-visit instructions and follow-up resources
- We implement modern treatment methods including acupuncture and chiropractic care
What people say
Compassionate staff
Excellent service
Prompt emergency care
Knowledgeable professionals
Clean facility
Services
Wellness Exams
Our comprehensive wellness exams assess pets' overall health through detailed physical evaluations, including ear, eye, dental, and organ system checks. We recommend annual exams for adult pets and bi-annual visits for seniors, incorporating blood screenings and tailored vaccination schedules. These preventive care sessions help detect early signs of disease while establishing baseline health metrics for your pet.
Orthopedic Surgery
Specialized orthopedic procedures address fractures, cruciate ligament repairs, and hip dysplasia treatments using advanced surgical techniques. Our board-certified surgeons develop individualized treatment plans for each patient, offering casting, splinting, or surgical interventions based on injury severity. Post-operative care includes pain management and recovery monitoring to ensure optimal healing outcomes.
Urgent Care
We provide immediate medical attention for pets requiring urgent treatment, including trauma injuries and acute illnesses. Our facility offers Saturday urgent care hours and prioritizes same-day appointments for critical cases. Services include laceration repair, bloat treatment, and emergency diagnostics to stabilize patients before specialized care or surgery.
Pet Acupuncture
Holistic acupuncture treatments complement traditional veterinary medicine by addressing chronic pain, arthritis, and neurological conditions. Fine needles stimulate specific points to improve circulation and promote natural healing, with sessions tailored to each pet's condition. This non-invasive therapy works synergistically with conventional treatments to enhance patient comfort and mobility.
Senior Wellness
Specialized senior care programs include comprehensive blood work, urinalysis, and blood chemistry panels to monitor aging pets' health. We develop customized management plans for age-related conditions while maintaining regular monitoring of mobility, vision, and organ function to preserve quality of life for older animals.
People
Dr. Pillar
Orthopedic Surgeon
Board-certified orthopedic surgeon with extensive experience treating complex bone and joint conditions in pets. Implements advanced surgical techniques while maintaining personalized patient care.
Dr. Becker
Veterinary Surgeon
Skilled surgical veterinarian providing prompt spay/neuter procedures and emergency operations. Focuses on efficient treatment with attentive post-operative care for patients.
Juliet Flint
Professional Dog Trainer
Certified canine behavior specialist offering personalized training programs for dogs with behavioral and aggression issues. Develops customized solutions combining practical techniques and owner education.
Questions
What veterinary services do you offer?
We provide wellness exams, vaccinations, dental care, orthopedic surgery, urgent care, senior wellness programs, and alternative therapies like acupuncture and chiropractic care.
Do you offer emergency pet care?
Yes, we provide urgent care services with same-day appointments available for emergency situations during our regular business hours.
Are your veterinarians specialized?
Our team includes board-certified orthopedic surgeons and certified professional dog trainers in addition to general practice veterinarians.
What are your boarding services like?
We offer comfortable boarding with twice-daily playtime and updates for pet owners, including specialized care for animals with medical needs.
How do I schedule an appointment?
Call us at (218) 751-2753 or use our online scheduling system to book appointments for routine checkups or urgent care needs.
Do you treat exotic pets?
While our primary focus is dogs and cats, we recommend contacting us directly to discuss specific exotic pet care requirements.
Reviews (7)
Jen Johnson
Mar 05, 2021
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Very kind and informative. Literally went 4 hours round trip for their expert care. Will return for follow ups for many years. Rocky was very well assessed and loved on his recent visit
Jody Anderson
Feb 26, 2021
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My son brought his 2 year old Golden Retriever, named Ghost, in after being hit buy a pickup. They got him in right away and determined both sides of his bottom jaw were broken and would need surgery the next… day. Ghost had the surgery, the staff was great about keeping in touch with my son on his condition. My son was so impressed by the Dr and the rest of the staff. Ghost is home recovering. I am definitely taking my animals to be treated there. Thank you for helping our family! Jody Anderson
Brent Eggen
Jan 23, 2021
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The staff is amazing!! Our chocolate lab Gretta cut her face on some sheet metal and they got her in that day and stitched her right up!! She is doing great!! Thank you very much!!
Erica Langevin
Dec 17, 2020
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I've had to put 2 of my fur babies to sleep in just over a year. The staff is excellent, compassionate and very thorough. I drive two hours one-way to bring my dogs here and would drive farther to get there if I had to! Hands down the best vet clinic around!
Kristine Anne
Sep 23, 2020
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I was up from the cities and had an emergency with my pomeranian. Very good emergency care and at a fair price. i would highly recommend!!
Kimberly Josephina
Apr 05, 2020
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Just wanted to thank them for their kindness and compassion. We lost our sweet Annie last week and they could not of been kinder. Thank you
Sandra Carlson
Jan 19, 2020
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Very nice and caring staff. Dr. Piller has Done several orthopedic surgeries on my dog, all successful. He knows what he is doing. I can not recommend him enough
