Business Details
14 Years
experience
Emergency
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Your Trusted Veterinarians in Berea, OH
Sandstone Animal Hospital is dedicated to strengthening the bond between pets and their owners through comprehensive veterinary care. Our practice combines advanced medical knowledge with compassionate treatment, focusing on preventive care tailored to each pet's unique needs. With a team of experienced professionals, we offer wellness exams, vaccinations, surgical procedures, and geriatric care while prioritizing low-stress handling techniques.Our commitment to continuing education ensures we provide the most current and effective treatments available. Located in Berea, Ohio, we serve communities across Cuyahoga County with reliable, high-quality veterinary services.
Services
Wellness Examinations
Vaccinations
Surgical Procedures
Dental Care
Geriatric Care
Diagnostic Testing
Heartworm Prevention
Microchipping
Euthanasia Services
Pet Grooming
Details
- Year established: 2012
Highlights and features
- We offer low-stress handling techniques developed by veterinary behavior experts
- Our team includes past presidents of the Cleveland Academy of Veterinary Medicine
- We provide comprehensive geriatric care for senior pets over 7 years old
- Our in-house laboratory enables same-day diagnostic bloodwork analysis
- We maintain active participation in veterinary professional organizations for continuing education
Services
Wellness Examinations
Our comprehensive wellness exams evaluate all body systems through nose-to-tail assessments. Registered technicians educate owners about nutrition and preventive care while doctors create customized health plans. We use positive reinforcement techniques to ensure pets feel comfortable during examinations.
Vaccination Programs
We provide core and non-core vaccinations tailored to each pet's lifestyle and risk factors. Our reminder system tracks vaccination schedules while our doctors explain vaccine benefits and potential risks. Services include rabies, distemper, parvovirus, and influenza vaccinations for dogs and cats.
Surgical Procedures
Our surgical services include spaying/neutering, growth removals, and emergency procedures. Advanced monitoring equipment tracks vital signs during anesthesia while pre-anesthetic bloodwork ensures patient safety. All surgeries include complimentary toe nail trims and optional microchipping.
Dental Care
We offer professional dental cleanings using ultrasonic scalers and polishers. Our services include tartar removal, gum disease treatment, and advanced extractions. We recommend C.E.T. dental products for home care and provide education on maintaining oral health between visits.
Geriatric Care
Specialized care for pets over seven years old includes early disease detection through bloodwork and physical exams. We develop management plans for age-related conditions like arthritis and organ disease while providing quality-of-life assessments and nutritional counseling.
People
Dr. Rhonda Smith
Veterinarian
Graduate of The Ohio State University's College of Veterinary Medicine with 20+ years experience. Specializes in low-stress pet handling and preventive care. Past president of Cleveland Academy of Veterinary Medicine.
Dr. Nancy Elish
Relief Veterinarian
Veterinary graduate of The Ohio State University with 25+ years experience. Former president of Cleveland Academy of Veterinary Medicine and OVMA Leadership Academy graduate. Provides relief veterinary services.
Linda
Hospital Manager
Registered Veterinary Technician with 25+ years experience. Manages daily operations while providing specialized care for hospitalized patients. Graduated from Cuyahoga Community College's Veterinary Technician Program.
Tracy
Veterinary Technician
RVT with 15+ years experience in patient care and laboratory diagnostics. Specializes in compassionate animal handling and client education. Joined Sandstone Animal Hospital after working on a dairy farm.
Gill
Veterinary Technician
34-year veterinary professional with 23 years as a Registered Veterinary Technician. Focuses on pet nutrition and emerging veterinary technologies. Graduated from Cuyahoga Community College in 1999.
Questions
What veterinary services do you offer?
We provide wellness exams, vaccinations, surgical procedures, dental care, geriatric care, diagnostic testing, heartworm prevention, microchipping, and grooming services for pets.
Do you handle emergency pet care?
Yes, we offer emergency medical care during regular business hours. For after-hours emergencies, we recommend MedVet Cleveland West located nearby.
What payment options are available?
We accept cash, checks, major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover), and CareCredit financing for veterinary services.
How can I schedule an appointment?
Contact us at 440-234-6336 during regular business hours or use our online contact form to schedule wellness exams, vaccinations, or other veterinary services.
Do you provide care for senior pets?
Yes, we offer specialized geriatric care including early disease detection, management of age-related conditions, and quality-of-life assessments for pets over seven years old.
Are your veterinarians experienced?
Our team includes veterinarians with decades of combined experience, multiple former presidents of the Cleveland Academy of Veterinary Medicine, and professionals committed to continuing education.
Reviews (5)
Brittany Harter
Dec 17, 2021
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Positive:Quality
Very friendly nice staff! My dog loves them even before given treats!! Amazing! Worth the drive (this isnt the closest vet to my house)
Very friendly nice staff! My dog loves them even before given treats!! Amazing! Worth the drive (this isnt the closest vet to my house)
Lisa Weaver
Nov 23, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Quality,Reliability,Responsiveness,Value
The staff and Dr. provided excellent care for one of our long time pets that needed to be euthanized. Everyone was so kind and compassionate. Thank you so much, it really meant a lot to our family.
The staff and Dr. provided excellent care for one of our long time pets that needed to be euthanized. Everyone was so kind and compassionate. Thank you so much, it really meant a lot to our family.
Mary Dobbs
Oct 07, 2021
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What a great bunch of Nimal lovers that run this clinic! They are kind and careful with my dogs. I highly recommend this clinic!
Natalie Conley
Jun 27, 2021
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I am so blessed to have heard about this place. I have taken my animals to another vet for many years and just havent felt they were being examined and or felt my concerns werent exactly being heard and or acknowledged. I was a little nervous coming to a new vet with my newest edition to my family Sasha. She was left outside to die in a box on the side of the road and we had taken her in and I have been so desperate to find another vet because I wanted her to be fully examined and treated properly for whatever may be needed. My animals are my absolute world and with everyone you see and hear
Aerial Artistry
Jun 13, 2021
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Top notch state-of-the-art facility to take care of our loved ones you're gonna get the best care money can buy here a little bit on the higher side as far as prices go locally and nationally but overall not a bad Animal hospital
