Hawthorne Animal Hospital

08/05/2024

It was with great surprise and humility when we once again won the Reader’s Choice Award. I am so thankful for the wonderful clients and their animals that have been with us throughout the years. We so enjoy taking care of multi-generation families and their animals. The Hawthorne Animal Hospital family is a composite of great clients and wonderful support personnel. It has truly been wonderful to have been a part of your lives all these many years and I wish to continue to learn, serve you and enjoy your friendships. Thank you all for being a part of our lives.

05/09/2024

Hello World!

03/27/2024

Ruckus's first best friend

02/26/2024

02/26/2024

2/25 Congratulations Sheila Hill on your beautiful filly! C.P. Private Dancer x Winners Version

02/26/2024

2/24 Congratulations to Bryon and Shelley Goody on their healthy c**t! Sexy Perry x Tres Seis

02/26/2024

2/23 a healthy, robust c**t owned by Lonna Gerstner! Memories of Had to Be x Jess Got Easier

02/26/2024

2/23 Congratulations Jesus Molina on your healthy c**t! Alota Proud Saints x Jess Got Easier

02/26/2024

2/17 Congratulations Jeanett Hill on your filly! So Watchin Peppy Pine x Peptos Red Target

02/26/2024

2/14 - a valentines filly that came during the middle of the day! Jesse's Lil Bug x The Kingsman. Congratulations Sheila Hill

02/04/2024

Our first baby arrived just before midnight on 2/2/24. A beautiful, healthy filly!

01/31/2024

We are looking for weekend stall and kennel help! Must be familiar with horses. This would be a great college student job!

01/09/2024

I’ve had many people ask me why I continue to work and enjoy my veterinary practice. I was reminded why recently.
About 14 years ago, a young dog was brought to me because she had been injured. Her pelvis was crushed. The team and I went to work to rebuild her and she was with us for a while. She had great owners who truly cared about her well-being. She recovered, and we continued to see her for yearly exams and routine care.
Later in life she developed diabetes, so we saw more of her. The owners traveled out of town several times a month and she came to the clinic to be cared for, where she had her own spot and bed. She also developed arthritis and would spend a day with us every week for laser therapy. We all enjoyed each other and she was family.
Several weeks ago, further organ deterioration said we had to say goodbye until we met again, and part of my heart and family went to heaven.
She is just an example of other dogs, cats, horses, llamas, and all animals that have been and are an important part of my life. I am so blessed to have found a profession that fits my interests, passion, and abilities. So even with long days and late nights, it still fits and I will continue until it doesn’t fit or my health fails.
I wish all of you a full and happy 2024.

12/22/2023

The Russell Family ponies out sharing Christmas cheer!

11/02/2023

I just wanted to let you all know what is going on at Hawthorne Animal Hospital. We continue to see emergencies 24 hours a day and 7 days a week. You can call (208)251-8549. Our Hawthorne Animal Hospital and American Falls Animal Clinic clients have first priority. If I am not seeing them for an emergency after hours and you need to be seen, I will try to help you. Sometimes it is just too far to transport your emergency to another town. Alpine and the other clinics in this town are not seeing anybody after 8:00, despite the false information that has circulated. Have patience with us and know that my loyalty and service must first go to our clients, but I will help you if I can.
Best wishes,
Lonna

08/29/2023

It was with great surprise and gratitude that we received the 2023 Veterinary Clinic of the Year Award. I feel that a veterinary clinic is composed of three elements: (1) the client and their animals; (2) the technicians and staff; and (3) the veterinarians. All three components are of equal value and all must work as a team for the best welfare of the animal.
Our clients and staff have helped build and mold this clinic with the welfare of our patients having our top priority and I’m so thankful for all of you.
We will continue to improve as we learn new techniques, drugs, and use up -to date equipment. This continues to be a rewarding life and I thank you all for it.

05/25/2023

Hi everyone and happy Spring to you! We are still having c**ts, puppies, and kittens. Flowers are blooming and the hills are green so Spring is finally here.
Due to the recent changes other clinics are making to their after-hours policy, I feel the need to address our policies. My first priority has always been to my loyal clients that helped build this practice and it will continue to be so but if you have an animal that is either too critical or it is impossible for you to make it to the Idaho Falls emergency clinic, I will try to work with you. But please remember that the clients of Hawthorne Animal Hospital have priority. If I cannot see you it is because I am taking care of them. Please be understanding of that. If possible try to plan ahead and see you veterinarian before it becomes an emergency. We all have extended hours so that should be possible even for those of you who are working. However, emergencies do occur and I will do my best to do what is right by the animal. Here is to hoping that you do not have an emergency, but if you do we will do the best we can because animals, companions, and friends have always been our priority and always will be.
Hope you have a wonderful Spring and Summer.

04/04/2023

Having just completed a trip to the American Falls Clinic this morning I beginning to wonder if in our concern about drought, drying up, and blowing away, we've been praying too hard and too long for snow and rain. I think we should pray for blue skies, green fields and pastures, and sunny days.
I've been questioned about the lower prices at our clinic. It's not because we don't have the best equipment - i.e. IDEXX lab, digital radiology, laser therapy, laser surgery, good anesthetic and surgical equipment. I go to continuing education several times a year so that I can stay on top of new medicine for small and large animals. Our team of people love our clients and their animals. We can be less expensive because I have been a tight wad and was able to become debt free. We need to generate enough income to provide a good living for my people. We strive to provide the best services for the animals at a price that the owners can afford. You all have help build this practice and are such a large part of it. I will always appreciate you and do my best to do what is right by you and yours. May this year bring you peace happiness, hope, and laughter.
Always looking forward to seeing you, Lonna.

02/09/2023

We are looking for a full time stall cleaner! Pay will depend on experience. Please stop by the office and fill out an application. 5011 Hawthorne rd. Chubbuck, Idaho.

11/05/2022

On Saturday November 12, 2022, we will be having a gathering of our great clients at the Rock N Horse Arena, 10555 N Hiline Rd. Chubbuck Idaho.
We will be serving a ranch meal and drinks from 5pm-7pm. Feel free to bring anything you would like to talk about or discuss.
Please bring family and if you cannot make the entire event, come at any convenient time. We look forward to seeing you and having a relaxing evening enjoying old and new friends before the busy Christmas season.

10/18/2022

Autumn is finally here and the beautiful fall days bring a brightness to my heart and attitude. It has been a very diverse and interesting year with both big wins and losses with our human friends and animal companions. Enjoy the wins and honor the losses. I just returned from the ACVS meetings where I learned new ideas and practices. Exciting! I will be going to the equine meetings next month to learn more also. I love and need to learn about the newest things out there so I can continue to practice at my best.
Despite rumors I have no plan to retire or sell Hawthorne Animal Hospital, so you all can continue to come and be a part of our family of friends and animals.
We are going to have a dinner get together on November 12th at the Rock N Horse Arena. Watch our Facebook for more details, but please plan on coming and enjoying the evening. I hope your lives are going well and companions (2 and 4-legged) are all happy and doing well.

10/14/2022

We are currently hiring for a full-time stall cleaner. Cleaning stalls, feeding and watering horses, and some maintenance work. Must be able to work weekends, possibly some evenings, be able to lift 50lbs, and be dependable and on-time. Please don't call, come into the clinic and fill out an application!!!!

08/29/2022

It was with surprise and great gratitude that we received the Reader's Choice for Best Veterinary Clinic. I am so appreciative and thankful for the great clients and my loyal staff who have made this practice possible for so many years. You've helped us grow and keep a breast with the latest medicine and surgical developments, as well as keep the most up to date equipment and techniques. This has all made it enjoyable and rewarding to be a part of your animal family. May we continue to serve you and fulfill your needs for the years to come. Thanks to all of you.

05/09/2022

Hawthorne Animal Hospital in Pocatello is looking for a motivated, dependable individual who enjoys working outside and being around animals to help clean stalls.
* Full time or part time
* Must be able to work weekends
Come in to the clinic and fill out an application at 5011 Hawthorne Road, Pocatello, ID.