Patton Veterinary Hospital

Patton Veterinary Hospital Welcome to The Patton Veterinary Hospital: Where Compassion Meets Excellence! In the United States, only 17% of all animal hospitals are AAHA-accredited.
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AAHA ACCREDITATION

The Patton Veterinary Hospital is proud to have been a member of the American Animal Hospital Association since 1975. To be accredited, our practice must demonstrate an exceptional level of care and service, voluntarily undergoing a periodic, comprehensive evaluation. AAHA’s rigorous standards cover every aspect of a companion animal hospital, which means that the veterinary se

rvices you receive from an AAHA-accredited hospital are among the finest in the industry. We are judged according to our level of compliance with over 80 standards. This keeps us on the leading edge of veterinary medicine and focused on providing you and your pet with high quality services.

🥜🎉 Happy Peanut Butter Day! 🎉🥜We know a little peanut butter can go a long way in making pets feel comfortable during th...
01/24/2025

🥜🎉 Happy Peanut Butter Day! 🎉🥜

We know a little peanut butter can go a long way in making pets feel comfortable during their visit! Whether it's easing nerves or making meds tastier, peanut butter is our secret to keeping tails wagging! 🐕🐾

After all, who’s worried about a check-up when peanut butter’s involved? 😜

Do you use peanut butter to make your pet’s day better? Share your peanut butter-loving pets with us in the comments below! 🥜🐾

01/23/2025

Did you know, due to the intense cold of their tundra habitats, snowy owls have dense heavy feathers which contribute as much as one pound to their 4-6 lb total body weight? They are the heaviest owls in North America and are rare visitors to Pennsylvania in winter.
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This week's Under Cover Pet is Daisy! Daisy looks super cute snuggled in her fuzzy blanket! 💕😴🧸  If you'd like to see yo...
01/23/2025

This week's Under Cover Pet is Daisy! Daisy looks super cute snuggled in her fuzzy blanket! 💕😴🧸
If you'd like to see your pet in our Under Cover Pets feature, send your photos to [email protected]

🐾 It’s Answer Your Cat’s Questions Day! 🐾Ever wonder what’s going on in your cat’s curious mind? Maybe they’re pondering...
01/22/2025

🐾 It’s Answer Your Cat’s Questions Day! 🐾
Ever wonder what’s going on in your cat’s curious mind? Maybe they’re pondering:
😺 “Why is my food dish only half full?”
😺 “Why do humans sit on the couch all day instead of chasing laser pointers?”
😺 “Why is the sunbeam always just out of reach?”

If you can’t answer all your cat’s pressing questions, let us help by addressing one of the most important ones: “Am I as healthy as I feel?”

Schedule an appointment with us today, and we’ll make sure your feline friend is happy, healthy, and question-free (well, almost). 🩺❤️

📞 Call us at 717-246-3611 or visit www.pattonvethospital.com to book your cat’s next check-up!

Did you know, several cats became ill and one cat died after eating commercial raw diets contaminated by the H5N1 bird f...
01/21/2025

Did you know, several cats became ill and one cat died after eating commercial raw diets contaminated by the H5N1 bird flu virus? The cases were found in Oregon and California, but the Northwest Naturals brand was sold across the country including in Pennsylvania. Read this week's blog for more information on this and some of the other health concerns associated with feeding raw diets.

Patton Veterinary Hospital discusses some of the concerns associated with feeding raw diets to pets, including recent contamination of commercial raw pet foods and raw milk with H5N1 Bird Flu causing illness and death in cats.

Did your pet have fun in the snow yesterday? ❄️ Our boarders sure did! 🐾 Share your snow day photos in the comments—we’d...
01/20/2025

Did your pet have fun in the snow yesterday? ❄️ Our boarders sure did! 🐾 Share your snow day photos in the comments—we’d love to see them!

🐾 Happy National Boxer Day! 🐾At PVH, many of our employees are proud owners of Boxers or their mixed counterparts. Today...
01/17/2025

🐾 Happy National Boxer Day! 🐾
At PVH, many of our employees are proud owners of Boxers or their mixed counterparts. Today, we’re featuring Theo, an energetic and loving Boxer owned by our technician Brandy! Theo brings endless joy to his family with his playful personality, love for cuddles, and dedication to nap time. Whether he's bounding around with excitement or showering his people with love, Theo is a true Boxer at heart.

Boxer Fun Facts:
🥊 The Boxer breed gets its name from their playful tendency to “box” with their front paws.
🏋️ Boxers are incredibly athletic & are known for their strength and agility.
💕 Despite their tough exterior, Boxers are sweet, affectionate, & loyal companions.
🐶 Originally bred in Germany, Boxers were used for hunting & as guard dogs.
🎭 They have a distinctive personality, often acting like clowns to entertain their families.

Do you know a wild and wonderful Boxer like Theo? Share their photos and stories in the comments to celebrate! 🐕❤️

01/16/2025

Did you know, black bears have been known to eat up to 30,000 blueberries per day in peak season? Black bears are omnivores and eat a variety of plants, insects, honey, fish and small mammals.
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Happy Birthday to Dr. Kevin, one of the fearless leaders of PVH! Whether he’s busy caring for patients or ensuring every...
01/15/2025

Happy Birthday to Dr. Kevin, one of the fearless leaders of PVH! Whether he’s busy caring for patients or ensuring everything runs smoothly, his hard work and dedication never go unnoticed. Wishing you a day as fantastic as you are, Dr. Kevin—thanks for everything you do for the team and our patients! 🐾🐶🐱🐍🐇

🎉 Happy National Dress Up Your Dog Day! 🎉Ms. Calliope Jane is strutting her stuff on the paw-shion runway in her chic sk...
01/14/2025

🎉 Happy National Dress Up Your Dog Day! 🎉
Ms. Calliope Jane is strutting her stuff on the paw-shion runway in her chic skirt & pearls—talk about doggy couture! 👗🐾

Now it’s your turn! Share a photo of your dressed-up dog in the comments and let them join the runway fun. Who will be crowned Best in Show? 🐶✨

Does your pet love the snow? Read this week's blog for tips on keeping your pet safe and healthy in winter weather!
01/14/2025

Does your pet love the snow? Read this week's blog for tips on keeping your pet safe and healthy in winter weather!

Patton Veterinary Hospital discusses cold weather tips for pet such as avoiding antifreeze, protecting paws from road salt and limiting time outdoors in frigid weather.

🐾💙 Happy French Bulldog Day! 💙🐾We love our Frenchies and everything that comes with them—the snuggles, the snores, and e...
01/13/2025

🐾💙 Happy French Bulldog Day! 💙🐾

We love our Frenchies and everything that comes with them—the snuggles, the snores, and even the wiggles! 🐶💖

Show us your French Bulldogs in the comments—we can’t get enough of these pups! 🥰

🚶‍♂️🐾 January is Walk Your Dog Month! 🐾🚶‍♀️As we kick off the new year, it's a great reminder of how beneficial regular ...
01/10/2025

🚶‍♂️🐾 January is Walk Your Dog Month! 🐾🚶‍♀️
As we kick off the new year, it's a great reminder of how beneficial regular exercise is for dogs of all ages. Taking daily walks is a wonderful way to keep your dog active and healthy throughout the year!

Benefits of Exercise for Your Dog:
💪 Physical Health: Regular walks help keep your dog’s weight in check, strengthen muscles, and promote joint health.
🧠 Mental Stimulation: New sights, sounds, and smells during walks keep your dog’s mind active, helping reduce anxiety and boredom.
❤️ Bonding Time: Exercise strengthens the bond between you and your dog, and those daily walks are a wonderful time to connect.
🐕 Keeps Senior Pets Moving: For our senior pups, keeping them active with regular walks can help prevent stiffness and improve their overall quality of life.

If you're looking to keep your senior pet moving and grooving, we’re here to help! Call us at 717-246-3611 to schedule a check-up or get advice on exercise routines that are safe for your dog at any age.

Get outside, stay active, and enjoy those walks with your furry companion! Share some pics of your walk adventures in the comments!🐾

01/09/2025

Did you know, a fully grown male elk's antlers can weigh up to 40 pounds and grow up to an inch per day? 😲Elk shed their antlers in the winter after mating like all other North American deer.
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Happy Thursday!!! What better way to start off 2025 than with these adorable puppies & kittens?! We can’t wait to see mo...
01/09/2025

Happy Thursday!!! What better way to start off 2025 than with these adorable puppies & kittens?! We can’t wait to see more of these new faces this year!🎉🐶🐱❤️

🐄It's Pennsylvania Farm Show Week! 🐖There are expected to be nearly 6000 animals at the 109th show. 🐑What animals do you...
01/08/2025

🐄It's Pennsylvania Farm Show Week! 🐖There are expected to be nearly 6000 animals at the 109th show. 🐑What animals do you enjoy seeing the most? 🦃Let us know in the comments below!🐴

🌟 Congratulations to Stella, our December Boarding Pet of the Month! 🌟Meet Stella, a playful & chatty sweetheart who qui...
01/07/2025

🌟 Congratulations to Stella, our December Boarding Pet of the Month! 🌟

Meet Stella, a playful & chatty sweetheart who quickly became a favorite around here! 😻 Stella recently joined her family, which already included her sister Trixie (one of our favorite frequent boarders), and it didn’t take long for her to win us over. 🐾

We’re excited to celebrate Stella as our December POTM and look forward to seeing her again soon! ❤️

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425 East Broadway
Red Lion, PA
17356

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 8pm
Tuesday 8am - 8pm
Wednesday 8am - 8pm
Thursday 8am - 8pm
Friday 8am - 8pm
Saturday 8am - 2pm

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+17172463611

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If you live in Red Lion, York or the surrounding areas and need a trusted veterinarian to care for your pets - look no further. Dr. Douglas Schmidt and his associates are licensed PA veterinarians treating all types of pets. Your pets' health and well-being are very important to us, and we take every possible measure to give your fur babies and your scaly or feathered friends the care they deserve. Patton Veterinary Hospital is a full service animal hospital and we welcome emergency cases as well as patients in need of routine preventive care. We are proud to offer many types of medical, surgical and dental care. Dr. Schmidt and his associates have years of experience in providing wellness care as well as treating serious medical conditions. Beyond providing first rate pet care, our clinic is welcoming, comfortable and kid-friendly. We also strive to offer cutting edge therapies such as therapeutic and surgical laser procedures, diagnostic ultrasound, digital radiology and we have achieved certification as a Feline Friendly Practice.