Hawthorne Animal Hospital was established in 1965 and we are very proud of our history and our relationship with the community. There have been many changes to veterinary medicine since our early beginnings, but providing the best veterinary care to our animals and maintaining long-lasting relationship with our clients has always been our major focus.
Hawthorne Animal Hospital is a full-service animal hospital and welcomes emergency cases as well as pet patients in need of routine medical, surgical, and dental care. Beyond first rate pet care, we make our clinic comfortable, family friendly, and calm, so your pet can relax in the waiting room and look forward to meeting our veterinarian team.
Hawthorne Animal Hospital is a full-service animal hospital and welcomes emergency cases as well as pet patients in need of routine medical, surgical, and dental care. Beyond first rate pet care, we make our clinic comfortable, family friendly, and calm, so your pet can relax in the waiting room and look forward to meeting our veterinarian team.
Services
Our appointment book is computerized, which allows us to efficiently make appointments for you and your pet. Our receptionists and team will attempt to accommodate all requests to the best of our ability. Emergencies are accepted anytime our clinic is open. If you feel you have an emergency with your pet, please call us or come in immediately.
Dr. Lonna Gerstner Dr. Lonna Gerstner has been at Hawthorne since graduating Veterinary school at Colorado State in 1980. She bought the practice in 1985 and has continued building and expanding the clinic ever since. Dr. Gerstner completed her Masters in microbiology from the University of Wyoming in 1976, then continued onto Colorado State University to obtain her veterinary degree.
At Hawthorne Animal Hospital we are committed to helping address out patients and clients' needs through every stage of life. We work to ensure that the best vaccination plan for puppies and kittens, then to help with annual adult wellness and preventative care. Annual exams to help keep accurate health records for your pets, then we work to address any illnesses or injuries.
Our in-house laboratory includes the latest equipment from Idexx industries that provides fast and accurate results. Our staff is trained to perform a variety of test include complete cell counts, serum organ biochemstries, urinalysis, fecal examinations, parvo test, Feline Immunodeficiency Virus(FIV) and Feline Leukemia Virus (FeLK) testing, pancreatitis testing, and many other common diagnostics.
At Hawthorne Animal Hospital we are equipt with digital radiography, that allows us to take x-rays of everything from legs and backs to full abdominal and thoracic studies. With our in house equipment we get instantaneous imagines to provide the quickest results to your animals' problems. We are also equipped with a small animal ultrasound to all us to take closer looks are bladder and intestinal issues along with brief heart exam.
Reviews (12)
Amber W.
Dec 30, 2021
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Two months ago I made an appointment with Hawthorne Animal Hospital to get my cat neutered. I dropped him off in the morning and picked him up the following evening. The staff seemed friendly and professional. You could tell that he had been put under for surgery with how he was acting. Two months later he not only mounts the other cat but he tried mounting my dog as well. So I look and his balls still look really full. So I call the vet and make an appointment for the following evening. The veternarian looked stunned when she realized he had not been fixed. Then she asked if it's for sure
Chey Keller
Oct 21, 2021
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Workers were non responsive and disrespectful in my concerns about my dog. They also advised my family members that it would be appropriate to let my dog travel the 3 hour drive to their location in his condition instead of getting him emergency help. When we arrived, I basically got made fun of for freaking out about my dog’s condition. They laughed at me saying that it was not a big deal, and made me feel silly for overreacting. Their arrogance lead them to leave him under poor supervision and he passed away in their care at 3 years old. I am still in shock because of how I was made to believe
Judy Hoadley
Oct 02, 2021
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Wilson Perdue
Sep 28, 2021
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Val Traughber
Sep 25, 2021
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Kelsey Swafford
Sep 13, 2021
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ShanEll Barnes
Sep 05, 2021
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I have been going to Hawthorne Animal Hospital for 30+ years! Wonderful care for all animals. We have 10+ dogs, and horses. I have never felt my concern for my animals have been overlooked. Best quality of care and very affordable. We love Dr. Lonna G. Shes absolutely wonderful and most of her staff is very friendly.
Gina Judd
Jul 24, 2021
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Drs. Oates and Gershner are fantastic. They provide down to earth medical care for animals with genuine care for both the fur baby and the owner. I never feel judged, just supported as a pet owner who wants to take good care of my animals. They made time in their very busy schedule for our dogs when we were in a pinch, and seemed genuinely happy to do so!
Andy Gaunt
Jul 01, 2021
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Kami Murrell
Jun 13, 2021
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T. P.
Jun 18, 2016
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We recently took our dog to Hawthorne Animal Hospital but were worried about being at the mercy of an unscrupulous vet. We're new in town. The vet thoroughly examined and diagnosed our dog. Thankfully, the problem wasn't serious. We were quite satisfied with the clinic and vet. We've found our new vet!
Bo H.
Jan 12, 2015
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Absolutely the best animal doctors in Pocatello. Been taking our animals there for more than 20 years. Dr. Oates is so experienced, knowledgeable, and caring, plus reasonable rates. They will do their very best and NOT beef up the bill with un necessary procedures. Can't say enough about this wonderful group. They are in Chubbuck but so worth the extra drive if you live in Pocatello. They just this week performed a great service for our family, and I'm so grateful.
