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Why Choose Minnehaha Animal Hospital
Welcome to Minnehaha Animal Hospital
Dr. Joyce Tesarek, owner
Our Mission at Minnehaha Animal Hospital is to ensure that each pet has a healthy and comfortable life, and that clients feel appreciated, supported and empowered to care for their pet. There are other clinics that strive for these goals, so why choose us?
We have been a privately-owned, non-corporate neighborhood veterinary clinic for over 25 years, in a charming south Minneapolis business corner just 2 blocks north of Minnehaha Creek. We've grown a lot in those years and that's what sets us apart as a leader in the veterinary field. We now have 6 doctors on staff, as well as 15 veterinary technicians/nurses, veterinary assistants, and CSRs, a hospital manager, a groomer and one clinic cat, all of them well-trained to be part of each pet's health care team. We know pet parents are well-educated, curious people who want to be informed about their pets' options and have all their questions answered. We tailor your pet's health care recommendations to their specific needs, and our entire team is available to answer your questions and be involved in delivery of care.
 Doctor's Consult
There are many advantages to having a large team supporting one clinic. Most importantly, pets and owners can choose a primary doctor, but they get the wisdom, experience and expertise of multiple doctors. We do informal rounds on medical cases and discuss x-rays, lab work and treatment options.
 Nurse Appointment
Our technicians use their training to collect lab samples, take x-rays and do many procedures like nail trims, booster vaccinations, and rechecks for medication refills. Having skilled technicians available for appointments makes clinic visits more affordable. The doctors and technicians have scheduled time to return clients' calls and to answer questions and check on the progress of pets seen the previous day. We also have extended hours (on Mondays and Tuesdays until 8 pm and Saturdays 9 am-1 pm) for your convenience.
 Team Training
Minnehaha Animal Hospital believes in giving back to the community. We offer discounted exams for pets adopted from any local rescue organization. We are a member of the Animal Care Foundation. As a participating hospital, we provide limited free medical care to the pets of qualified low-income, blind, and/or disabled people. To find out if you qualify, please call the Animal Care Foundation at 763-529-5060.
We are a partner to Pet Project Rescue, offering discounted veterinary service to pets being fostered until a new home can be found, and are a sponsor to their events. We are also a collection site for the Pet Project. This organization was started to prevent unemployed or struggling pet owners from having to give up their pets because they cannot afford to feed them. Many people donate food and money to food shelves, but until recently there was nowhere for those in need to obtain supplies for their pets. We collect food to distribute to local food shelves, as well as litter, bedding, any other supply that is pet-related, as well as donations of money.
We participate in and support the Field Regina Northrop Neighborhood Group as well as the South Chicago Area Business Alliance (SCABA), which promotes business in and upkeep of the 48th Street and Chicago Avenue area. Our thanks go out to SCABA for brightening our corner with plants and holiday decorations, banners, and the annual Southside Sprint Bike Race, Antique Car Show and Fall Festival. See www.48chicago.org
Recently, on the request of the Stevens Square Neighborhood, we opened a second clinic, Pet Doctors Animal Clinic, located at Nicollet and Franklin Avenues, just south of downtown Minneapolis. With two locations to choose from, and extended hours and off-street parking at both, we hope to be the most convenient as well as the best quality clinic in the Twin Cities!
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