The Family Pet Clinic

The Family Pet Clinic We specialize in small animal medicine and take care of dogs, cats, and some small pocket pets.

We are "You and your pet's extended family"

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https://us.vetstoria.com/609eb1ab91e44/?r=6 The Family Pet Clinic is a full service facility, offering wellness care, specialized plans for puppies and kittens, senior pet care, a wide variety of surgery, pet dentistry, internal medicine, digital radiography, dermatology, behavior counseling, specialized toxicology treat

ment, a full pharmacy, medical grooming, microchip placement, and daytime emergency medicine. The clinic has an extensive state-of-the-art diagnostic laboratory that was upgraded in 2013. We are proud to offer medical care for the police canines of Garfield Heights and many surrounding law enforcement agencies, with over fifty dogs from 19 departments served by our doctors and staff. The pet owners of the Garfield Heights area deserve the highest quality care for their furry friends, and we are proud to serve them. In addition to treating dogs and cats, The Family Pet Clinic also provides medical care for exotic pets, including ferrets, rabbits, guinea pigs, hamsters, gerbils, rats, mice, hedgehogs, and non-venemous reptiles.

We had the BEST end of summer cookout here at TFPC today! 🥰🐾We weren't going to let a hot and humid day stop us from cel...
08/28/2024

We had the BEST end of summer cookout here at TFPC today! 🥰🐾

We weren't going to let a hot and humid day stop us from celebrating each other, bonding, and keeping our hearts FULL of joy and our bellies full of burgers and hot dogs 🌭🍔

08/26/2024

Happy National Dog Day!! 🥰🐾

Share your FAVORITE photo below ⬇️⬇️⬇️

Let's fill this page with pictures of your sweet pups!

This little kitten may not be too happy to be here, but our technicians are!
08/12/2024

This little kitten may not be too happy to be here, but our technicians are!

Thor showing his true feelings about Monday mornings 😴
07/29/2024

Thor showing his true feelings about Monday mornings 😴

Meeka was keeping a careful eye on our team this morning while she waited for her appointment with Dr. Litwak 🤗  She had...
07/11/2024

Meeka was keeping a careful eye on our team this morning while she waited for her appointment with Dr. Litwak 🤗 She had a great convo with our front desk team too! Isn't she a beauty!! 🥰

Happy National Kitten Day!!
07/10/2024

Happy National Kitten Day!!

Don't forget to mention this promo at your pet's appointment! If your pet is due for a Bordetella or Lyme vaccince- sche...
07/08/2024

Don't forget to mention this promo at your pet's appointment! If your pet is due for a Bordetella or Lyme vaccince- schedule before Aug 31st to save $10.00! 🐾👏

The Family Pet Clinic will be closed on Thursday July 4th in honor of the holiday.We will re-open at 8:00am on Friday Ju...
07/03/2024

The Family Pet Clinic will be closed on Thursday July 4th in honor of the holiday.

We will re-open at 8:00am on Friday July 5th!

We thank you for your understanding 🐾🇱🇷

I don’t think we’ve ever had such a handsome sailor! This is Scotch with Dr. Slezak, and they are prepared for this heat...
06/24/2024

I don’t think we’ve ever had such a handsome sailor! This is Scotch with Dr. Slezak, and they are prepared for this heat!

Happy Veterinary Appreciate Day!! 🥰🐾We are not only celebrating our AMAZING Veterinarians, Dr. Slezak, and Dr. Litwak, t...
06/18/2024

Happy Veterinary Appreciate Day!! 🥰🐾

We are not only celebrating our AMAZING Veterinarians, Dr. Slezak, and Dr. Litwak, today, BUT all this week ‼👏

Monday started off with scrumptions Jack Frost Donuts and some creative decorating 😍

This week will be FULL of appreciation and treating our Doctors to fun, food, and sooo much love!!!

Thank you Dr. Slezak and Dr. Litwak for ALL you do for our community, pets. and pet parents. We are so so thankful for you! ❤

There is a heat advisory all week, PLEASE keep your pets safe! 🐾Only take dogs on short walks early in the morning and i...
06/17/2024

There is a heat advisory all week, PLEASE keep your pets safe! 🐾

Only take dogs on short walks early in the morning and in the evening after the sun has gone down. Don't forget to provide shade, fresh water and never leave them in the car! Indoor/outdoor cats should be kept inside during the hottest part of the day and provided plenty of water too.

For more heat safety advice for your pets, don't hesitate to call us! Our team is ready and eager to help ❤

It is with the most bittersweet of moments that we are officially announcing the retirement of one the MOST amazing Vete...
06/03/2024

It is with the most bittersweet of moments that we are officially announcing the retirement of one the MOST amazing Veterinary Technicians the Veterinary world has ever seen ❤

Maureen (Moe, Moey, Vet Tech Legend ☺️) has been serving pets, pet parents and families, AND our community for 40 years! She has watched the evolution of Veterinary Medicine transform over the years in so many ways. She has helped teach and pour into our team not only professionally, BUT personally as well. She may never fully realize the impact she made on us all over the years, but we sure do hope she is reminded always when she reads through the many letters and cards from us, her loved ones, and clients that were presented to her at her retirement celebration 🤗 She has spent countless hours in surgery, exam rooms, curbside visits, and more! If you have been so fortunate to have her as your pet's technician than you know what a wonderful woman and technician she truly is!

Maureen, we wish you the most relaxing and fulfilling retirement life ever! You will always be a part of our TFPC family!! We thank you for your dedication, your care, your committment, your knowledge, your kindness, the laughs, the fun, and MOST of all we thank you for being you! Our Moey ❤😊❤

What an incredible ride and honor it has been 🐾🥰

Beau was quite the gentleman today for his exam and vaccine appointment 🤗He felt so brave that he even insisted on takin...
05/31/2024

Beau was quite the gentleman today for his exam and vaccine appointment 🤗

He felt so brave that he even insisted on taking a pic with his favorite technician, Ashley, before leaving 😎📸

Way to go Beau!!

Today was Toby's first visit at The Family Pet Clinic and, oh my, was he a super star!! Such a brave boy!! Jamie, one of...
05/18/2024

Today was Toby's first visit at The Family Pet Clinic and, oh my, was he a super star!! Such a brave boy!! Jamie, one of our Practice Managers, had to sneak in for a Toby snuggle too 🥰

Thank you to William Foster School for inviting us to Career Day to share the incredible opportunities that are availabl...
05/17/2024

Thank you to William Foster School for inviting us to Career Day to share the incredible opportunities that are available when working in the Veterinary field! We had fun showing you how a stethoscope works, showing our models of a pet's inner ear, knee joints, and heart, AND we LOVED watching you enjoy trying on some of the protective equipment we use in our clinic too!

Amy, Jamie, and sweet TJ had the BEST time with you 🥰🤗

We take training very seriously here at The Family Pet Clinic 🥰BIG thank you to our Practice Manager Jamie's sweet pup T...
05/15/2024

We take training very seriously here at The Family Pet Clinic 🥰

BIG thank you to our Practice Manager Jamie's sweet pup TJ for jumping in to help our new assistant, Katie, learn all the ins and outs of patient handling!! He was such a good sport AND Katie did an amazing job too 🤗

The weather may be gloomy, but this ray of sunshine makes the day brighter!Nico did great for his first puppy visit!
05/15/2024

The weather may be gloomy, but this ray of sunshine makes the day brighter!
Nico did great for his first puppy visit!

This first full week of May is National Pet Week! Give your pets extra love from us at The Family Pet Clinic ❤️
05/09/2024

This first full week of May is National Pet Week! Give your pets extra love from us at The Family Pet Clinic ❤️

Let's brighten up this gloomy Thursday with adorable pet pics! Post your FAVORITE picture of your pet below 🥰Let's fill ...
05/09/2024

Let's brighten up this gloomy Thursday with adorable pet pics! Post your FAVORITE picture of your pet below 🥰

Let's fill our page with smiles 😁😁😁

Oh the MANY faces of Potato! My goodness does he not only have thee cutest name, BUT his posing skills are TOP notch too...
05/06/2024

Oh the MANY faces of Potato! My goodness does he not only have thee cutest name, BUT his posing skills are TOP notch too 🥰

Check out the last pic! What a grin 😁

Casper was happy to take a pic with our Technician Sabrina, BUT oh my goodness was he ready for his own personal close u...
05/02/2024

Casper was happy to take a pic with our Technician Sabrina, BUT oh my goodness was he ready for his own personal close up even more 🤗😍😎

He is a picture taking pro! 🤩

May is Lyme disease awareness month! 🪲Lyme disease is transmitted by tick bites AND it is officially tick season here in...
05/01/2024

May is Lyme disease awareness month! 🪲

Lyme disease is transmitted by tick bites AND it is officially tick season here in Ohio!

Is your pet protected?

Call our office at 216-662-2770 to talk with one of our team members about scheduling your pet an appointment or to order your pet's flea/tick preventative ❤

There aren't enough words to show our appreciation for our Client Care Representatives here at The Family Pet Clinic ❤Th...
04/26/2024

There aren't enough words to show our appreciation for our Client Care Representatives here at The Family Pet Clinic ❤

They are the first voice you hear when calling into our clinic, and with hearts FULL of compassion and knowledge, they navigate each phone call with your furry family member's BEST interest at heart. Whether it be through scheduling your pet's appointment, writing down a message, helping you order your pet's medication, steering you in the right direction for boarding or grooming, answering questions via email or text, organizing your pet's medical chart, or being the calm voice that is so needed during your most difficult decisions. Our front desk team is here ready and waiting to help!

Tara, Loden, Diamond, and Racheal... Thank you for ALL you do for our patients, our pet parents, and our hospital🥰🐾

Happy Veterinary Receptionist Week 🤗

What is a Veterinary Receptionist? 🥰A veterinary receptionist is the first point of contact for pet owners and their ani...
04/24/2024

What is a Veterinary Receptionist? 🥰

A veterinary receptionist is the first point of contact for pet owners and their animals at a veterinary clinic or animal hospital. They play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth operation of the practice and providing excellent customer service. Some of their responsibilities include:

- Greeting clients and their pets
- Scheduling appointments
- Answering phone calls and responding to inquiries
- Handling administrative tasks
- Preparing medical records and documents
- Assisting veterinarians and veterinary technicians as needed
- Providing a calm, educated, and loving voice for pet parents
- Communicating with clients about their pets' care and treatment

Veterinary receptionists are essential in creating a welcoming and compassionate environment for both pets and their owners. They require strong communication skills, empathy, and a passion for animal welfare. 😎❤

It's hard work and we are so thankful for our TFPC front desk team who excel at it all so well!!

Thank a Veterinary Receptionist Today 🤩

It's Veterinary Receptionist Week and we are celebrating our front desk team BIG here at The Family Pet Clinic 🥰If you'l...
04/23/2024

It's Veterinary Receptionist Week and we are celebrating our front desk team BIG here at The Family Pet Clinic 🥰

If you'll be visiting our clinic this week, please take a moment to write down some kind and encouraging words for our receptionists!! We have paper and pens ready and waiting at our front desk. 🙌

Diamond, Tara, Loden, and Racheal work so hard each day to help our clinic run smoothly ❤😊❤

They are so appreciated!!

Take time this Earth Day to appreciate all of Earth’s amazing creatures ❤️🌎Yes! We see rabbits, Guinea pigs, and hamster...
04/22/2024

Take time this Earth Day to appreciate all of Earth’s amazing creatures ❤️🌎

Yes! We see rabbits, Guinea pigs, and hamsters too! Be sure your pets are getting their best care with our gentle and amazing doctors and technicians!

Please take a moment to help us wish our AMAZING Client Care Represenatives a VERY Happy Veterinary Receptionist Week! 🥰...
04/22/2024

Please take a moment to help us wish our AMAZING Client Care Represenatives a VERY Happy Veterinary Receptionist Week! 🥰

Loden, Diamond, Tara, and Racheal....Thank you for all you do for our pet parents and their furry family members! ❤

https://www.heartwormsociety.org/pet-owner-resources/heartworm-basicsIt's that time of year! The weather is slowly getti...
04/18/2024

https://www.heartwormsociety.org/pet-owner-resources/heartworm-basics

It's that time of year! The weather is slowly getting warmer AND mosquitos are making their presence known 🦟

Did you know heartworms are transmitted to our furry family members (BOTH dogs and cats!) by a simple mosquito bite? Check out the article below to read more about the dangers of heartworm disease and how it can be prevented 💪

    Heartworms in Dogs  Heartworms in Cats Heartworms in Ferrets What is heartworm disease? Heartworm disease is a serious and...

Introducing our NEW Referrral Program 🥰 We are so thankful when you refer family and friends to The Family Pet Clinic!  ...
04/18/2024

Introducing our NEW Referrral Program 🥰

We are so thankful when you refer family and friends to The Family Pet Clinic!

As our way of saying thank you, when you refer a new client to our clinic, you will receive a $10.00 credit added onto your pet's account to use for future services!

Each new referral = $10.00

When your friend/family member schedule their appointment, make sure they provide your full name as their referral!

Address

5151 Turney Road
Garfield Heights, OH
44125

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 6pm
Tuesday 8am - 6pm
Wednesday 8am - 6pm
Thursday 8am - 6pm
Friday 8am - 6pm
Saturday 8am - 1pm

Telephone

+12166621770

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At our veterinary hospital, your pets are our family! The Family Pet Clinic was originally named Bartels Pet Clinic by its founder, Dr. Harry Bartels, in 1992. A year later, Dr. Terri Slezak joined the practice. In 2000, Dr. Bartels retired and sold the practice to Dr. Richard Thompson. Not long after, the clinic held a contest among its clients to choose a new name- and "The Family Pet Clinic" was born! In 2015, Dr. Eric Allie joined the practice and our team became complete. The Family Pet Clinic is a full service facility, offering wellness care, specialized plans for puppies and kittens, senior pet care, a wide variety of surgery, pet dentistry, internal medicine, digital radiography, dermatology, behavior counseling, specialized toxicology treatment, a full pharmacy, medical grooming, microchip placement, and daytime emergency medicine. The clinic has an extensive state-of-the-art diagnostic laboratory that was upgraded in 2013. We are proud to offer medical care for the police canines of Garfield Heights and many surrounding law enforcement agencies, with over fifty dogs from 19 departments served by our doctors and staff. Since January 2000, the number of pets cared for by The Family Pet clinic has quadrupled. The pet owners of the Garfield Heights area deserve the highest quality care for their furry friends, and we are proud to serve them. In addition to treating dogs and cats, The Family Pet Clinic also provides medical care for exotic pets, including ferrets, rabbits, guinea pigs, hamsters, gerbils, rats, mice, hedgehogs, and non-venemous reptiles.