Southkent Veterinary Hospital

07/02/2024

Happy Independence Day! We all love to spend time with family and friends to celebrate, but our some of our furry friends don't enjoy it like we do. Be sure to keep them safe this Holiday weekend.

07/01/2024

Here are our Holiday Hours for the upcoming weekend. We hope everyone has a safe and happy fourth!
If you pet is experiencing an emergency please contact:
Animal Emergency Hospital Byron Center: (616) 537-1402
Animal Emergency Hospital Grand Rapids: (616) 361-9911
BluePearl Pet Hospital: (616) 284-5300

06/26/2024

What kind words! 🩵 We love hearing about your visits with us. Without our wonderful clients support and trust for their pets we wouldn't be here. We do everything we can to have patients seen within a timely manner. We are so thankful for the opportunity to care for patients and wonderful pet parents!

If you are looking for veterinary care, contact us today! We have a wonderful growing group of veterinarians and support staff who would love to meet you!

06/25/2024

Attention Clients!
Starting today we are working through a new medical records system. We have had ample training but the best way to learn is being hands on. PLEASE be patient with staff these upcoming few weeks as your appointment may take longer than normal. If you have questions or need something from the office please do not hesitate to call!

This is also a reminder that we will no longer be working with Petly and PetHealth Network. In the next few weeks there'll be more information to come on contacting us via text and accessing medical records online.

We appreciate everyone's patience and understanding while we work through this. Thank you!

06/24/2024

Friendly Reminder the road behind our office North Rodgers Dr. SE will be closed for construction from June 25th-26th. Please follow the cones and signs for parking and plan ahead for your visit. Thank you!

Attention Clients!🚧
On Tuesday June 25th- Wednesday June 26th the Village Council of Caledonia will be having road construction done from Glengarry Dr. through North Rodgers Dr. SE (back behind our building). The owner of Caledonia Cross Roads 8980 and 9021 North Rodgers buildings has offered the back parking lot to our clients for parking. Please follow the cones and signs for parking. The entrance of North Rodgers Dr. SE by Metro Health will be very busy. Please plan ahead and allow for more time when coming to the office. We appreciate your patience in advance. If you have any questions please don't hesitate to contact us. Thank you!

06/21/2024

Attention Clients!
Over the next few weeks our office will be transferring to a new medical records system. This is going to take time and will be a learning curve for everyone in our office. Please be kind and patient with our staff.
With the new system we will no longer be linked to Petly or PetHealthNetwork. If you contact us through those apps we will no longer receive your messages starting 6/24/24. Please stay tuned for more information on our new messaging/ online information center.

We appreciate your patience and understanding!

06/20/2024

The Fourth of July is right around the corner! If your pet is prescribed a medication for fireworks please contact the office. If you think your pet needs a mild sedative for the festivities please contact us now! If you are interested in microchipping your pet call and schedule an appointment today!

06/18/2024

We'd like to take a moment and show our appreciation for all the veterinary professionals who help keep our pets happy and healthy! The kennel staff, receptionist, assistants, technicians and doctors all play a role in your pet's care at the office. As veterinary professionals it it our jobs to care for all pets no matter the case. We are thankful for our dedicated and wonderful staff who continues to provide quality care and love to our patients! We are beyond thankful to have the opportunity to care for our patients! 🐾🩵

06/17/2024

Attention Clients!🚧
On Tuesday June 25th- Wednesday June 26th the Village Council of Caledonia will be having road construction done from Glengarry Dr. through North Rodgers Dr. SE (back behind our building). The owner of Caledonia Cross Roads 8980 and 9021 North Rodgers buildings has offered the back parking lot to our clients for parking. Please follow the cones and signs for parking. The entrance of North Rodgers Dr. SE by Metro Health will be very busy. Please plan ahead and allow for more time when coming to the office. We appreciate your patience in advance. If you have any questions please don't hesitate to contact us. Thank you!

06/17/2024

Summer weather is officially here. With this extreme heat we are experiencing be sure to keep your pets happy and cool!
Heat stroke can occur in both dogs and cats and have the same signs. This is a potentially fatal condition! Providing fresh cool water, shade and limited time out in the sun can help protect your pet from the heat!

06/14/2024

Looking for veterinary care? Our dedicated team of doctors and staff are here for you! We are a locally owned and operated veterinary clinic who has been serving Caledonia and its surrounding communities for 75 years! We have recently added another doctor to our practice and have openings. Contact us today to schedule at (616) 891-9070.

06/12/2024

We love a happy patient update! We love having Clover in the office! She is always a great patient!

06/10/2024

We are so excited to welcome Dr. Claire Stein to the Southkent family! Dr. Stein received her degree from the College of Veterinary Medicine at Washington State University, where she had also received her bachelor’s degree in Zoology.
Dr. Stein grew up with a variety of pets and knew from a young age she wanted to devote her career to caring for them.
Dr. Stein is a little bit of a crazy cat lady, and lives with her three cats Mouse, Julius, and Joker, her dog Bear, and fiancé Nathan, a teacher in the Maple Valley School District.

Dr. Stein has a special interest in helping older pets age gracefully, preventative medicine, fear free techniques, and ultrasonography. She also enjoys surgery and dentistry. Dr. Stein’s favorite aspect of veterinary medicine is caring for pets as well as the people who love them.

In her free time, Dr. Stein enjoys gardening, sunny walks, playing the trombone, and watching The Great British Baking Show. Washington State natives, Dr. Stein and her family are excited to explore the Mitten State and Great Lakes!

If your interested in meeting Dr. Stein and would like to schedule an appointment call our office today at (616) 891-9070.

06/05/2024

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06/03/2024

Spring is here and parasites are on the rise. 🪱 🦟Help keep your pet protected from these parasite with monthly prevention. Contact us today to get your pet covered!

05/24/2024

Happy Memorial Day Weekend!
We would like to wish everyone a safe and happy weekend!
If your pet is experiencing an emergency please contact one of the following Emergency offices:
Animal Emergency Hospital Byron Center (616) 537-1402
Animal Emergency Hospital Grand Rapids (616) 361-9911
BluePearl Pet Hospital (616) 284-5300

05/22/2024

We are hiring a Veterinary Technician!
We are looking to add another great vet tech to our team! We would prefer someone who is licensed but would consider someone with experience. The ideal candidate would be available 38-40 hours a week, and is ready for a fast-paced environment.
We offer:
🐈 Full Time Benefits
🐈 Competitive Pay
🐈 Limited Weekend Hours (one Saturday/Month)
🐈 Positive Work Environment

Our doctors and staff are dedicated to providing quality care to both our patients and their families. We are continuing to grow and are excited to find someone as dedicated as we are to join our team! If you are interested in applying please send any resumes or questions to our office manager Jill Smith via email at [email protected]

05/22/2024

Shouting a big thank you for this wonderful review and for brightening our day! We love what we do and are so thankful for our clients! We are committed to providing the best care for all of our patients!

If someone you know is looking for quality, local veterinary care, send them our way! We are accepting new patients to our growing practice. Thank you for choosing Southkent Veterinary!

05/20/2024

May is National Pet Cancer Awareness Month. This is a time to raise awareness and provide support to those helping their beloved pets through this disease.
Sadly cancer can be found in all pets, no matter their age, breed, or size. Yes there are pets at higher risk, but any pet can be at risk for cancer. Nearly 1 in 4 dogs and 1 in 5 cats will develop cancer in their lifetimes. This sad diagnosis can be overwhelming, but there is hope. Through many years of medical advancements there are cancer treatments for pets! Finding a place that can provide both you and your pet support is crucial in the process of this disease. Although our office does not provide cancer treatments, we are here for you. We are hear to listen, support and guide you in any way while managing your pets disease.

As we near the end of May we ask that you help spread awareness and support the resilient pet parents who are navigating through this disease. 🩵

05/17/2024

Patient Update! 🩺
Mushu is a four year old bearded dragon who was originally seen at our office for a painful growth on his back. After an appointment with Dr. Kursch it was decided the best course of action was to remove the growth. A few weeks later he returned for surgery and since has been doing great! We love having him in the office, he is always such a good boy! We'd like to thank his family for allowing us to care for him!

05/16/2024

We are hiring a full-time Patient Services Coordinator!🐾📞
A few things about our office, we are a fast-paced, growing veterinary hospital in Caledonia MI. We offer competitive pay, full time benefits and our team is compassionate and dedicated to the work we do! We have three full time small animal doctors and are looking to fill a full time (38-40hrs) position for our reception team. Applicants must be 18 and over. We look forward to meeting you! If you are interested in joining our reception team, please contact our office manager Jill at [email protected].

05/15/2024

Meet Dr. Michelle!
We would like to take a moment to highlight Michelle who is a senior vet student at Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine. She may look familiar because while in undergrad she worked in our office as a receptionist. She is now in her clinical year and decided to spend a few weeks at our office! We wish her all the best as she finishes school and are very proud of the great doctor she has become! If you see her in the office be sure to say hello!

05/13/2024

May is National Pet Arthritis Awareness Month!🐾

Have you noticed a change in your pets mobility? Are they slower when getting up and down, seem stiff, unable to run, play and jump the same as before? If your pet is experiencing any of these symptoms it is time to consult with a veterinarian! There are several ways we can manage and prevent arthritic changes.
For more information on arthritis in pets feel free to follow this link to the American Veterinary Medical Association article: https://www.avma.org/javma-news/2021-01-01/getting-ahead-osteoarthritis-pets

05/09/2024

At Southkent Veterinary Hospital we are dedicated to providing the very best care for your pets! Our focus is keeping our patients happy and healthy while creating lasting relationships with their families! We appreciate all those who trust us to care for their pets!

If someone you know is looking for quality, local veterinary care, we're accepting new patients. Contact us today to schedule at (616) 891-9070.

05/08/2024

May is National Asthma and Allergy Month!
Spring is here 🌷 and so are the allergies. Allergies are never enjoyable and often require extra help to find relief. If your pet seems uncomfortable we recommend contacting a veterinarian!

05/06/2024

Happy National Pet Week!
Be sure to stop by our goodie table in the lobby for some treats, and a chance to enter into our drawing for some goodies and a gift card to SKVH!

05/02/2024

A heads up for those planning on coming to the office this morning. The entrance to Glengary at M37 is currently blocked by an accident.

05/01/2024

Have you met Dr. Koetsier?
Dr. Koetsier our 🦷dental 🦷 doctor here at SKVH. You may not have met her in person because she only does dentals! She spends multiple days a week cleaning teeth, talking with pet owners, and removing damaged or infected teeth. Not only is she great at what she does, we love having her in the office! She is fun, kind, and always willing to fit in pets with urgent needs! We are so thankful to have Dr. Koetsier as the lead of our dental team!

If your pet is experiencing any dental concerns please contact the office to schedule! We will not be offering dentals over the summer. We are currently scheduling until the end of May, and starting again in September. Call us today at (616) 891-9070.

04/29/2024

🐕Protect your pet from Lyme Disease!🐈

April is National Lyme Disease Prevention Month! As we take the time to learn more about Lyme, we want to urge you to keep your furry friends healthy. In the last few years, we have seen a drastic increase in the amount of Lyme disease in our area. Like in humans, Lyme disease can be a painful and terrible disease for our pets. We encourage you to take these steps to protect your pets.
Lyme disease is easily preventable.
🔸 Keep your pet on Flea and Tick prevention
🔸 Vaccinate for Lyme
🔸 Check your pet for ticks- especially after being in wooded areas or tall grass.
🔸 Annual Heartworm testing- our test also includes testing for tick-borne diseases.

If you need to purchase your pet's flea and tick prevention feel free to stop by the office or order on our online store through this link: https://skvhcaledonia.myvetstoreonline.pharmacy/

For more information on Lyme disease please follow this link https://www.avma.org/resources-tools/pet-owners/petcare/lyme-disease-dogs

04/27/2024

As we wrap up the week we would like to take a moment to acknowledge our reception team. This past week was National Veterinary Receptionist Week! We are so thankful to have a hard-working, compassionate, and dedicated reception team!

Being a veterinary receptionist is more than taking phone calls and scheduling appointments. These girls are the face of Southkent. They are who you interact with before, during, and after your appointment. They care for your pets like their own. They are always ready to jump in and help out anywhere in the office. We are so thankful for our team!