Southlake Animal Hospital, PC
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Southlake Animal Hospital, PC
Whether your pet is your best friend, confidante or fitness partner, we at Southlake Animal Hospital of Merrillville and Crown Point recognize that, like us, you consider them part of the family. We've been serving the Merrillville and Crown Point communities for over 25 years, offering both traditional as well as holistic and integrative therapy options.

We'd love the opportunity to serve you and your furry friend as well! As pet parents, we understand the love you have for your animal companion and look forward to showing you how we treat our patients with a kind, compassionate touch. For many pet parents, having the option to choose alternative medicine for their animal family members is a huge benefit.
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As a loving pet parent, keeping your companion happy and healthy is your biggest priority. At Southlake Animal Hospital, we share that very same goal. That's why we've worked so hard developing a comprehensive system of care that will provide for all of your pet's needs. Whether it's a first round of vaccinations, ongoing health screening or senior care, we've got you covered.
One day when she was 12 years old, Dr. Andrea Carlson and her father heard loud cries coming from the next door neighbor's garage. When they investigated, they discovered a small kitten stuck under the door. The instant that Dr. Carlson pulled the kitten free, she felt an overwhelming sensation-right away, she knew that she was destined to become a veterinarian!
Jen has always been a people person and loves the everyday interactions in the clinic. She enjoys being able to help clients figure out symptoms and what to look for in different cases. Jen started working for a local vet in 2006 and took a break for a few years to work in the regular medical field; missing animals, she was eager to come back into the veterinary field.
We're proud to offer state-of-the-art medical facilities and a warm, safe and welcoming environment that is designed to provide your pet with very the best available veterinary care. We invite you to take a virtual tour and get to know our facilities and we hope that you'll decide to join us as a part of our extended family!
We want to hear from you! Our goal is to consistently deliver the best available patient care and exceptional client service, and your valuable feedback helps us to both achieve that goal and to communicate the value of our services to others. Please also consider leaving feedback about your experience here so that others may learn more about the quality of our care.
Reviews (9)
Christine Rogus
Christine Rogus
Dec 03, 2021
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Positive: Professionalism, Quality, Reliability, Responsiveness
I was so excited to find a more holistic vet! The vet tech and doc were amazing. The front desk was lovely. Lola had terrible anxiety but the doc made it so nice for her. Already set up my other dog and we will be patients forever!
Jill Adank
Jill Adank
Sep 13, 2021
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Knowledgeable, compassionate , professional staff! Dr. Carlson is awesome! I highly respect the medical opinion/advise/care. I highly recommend this business!!!
Cindy Haviza
Cindy Haviza
Jul 18, 2021
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Dr.Carlson & all the Staff @ Southlake are awesome. We trust our precious fur babies to their compassionate care!
Beth Maldonado
Beth Maldonado
Jul 16, 2021
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Positive: Professionalism, Quality, Responsiveness
Everyone is nice and personable, very thorough with annual checkups, and they recommend natural remedies over medications whenever possible.
Linda Shesto
Linda Shesto
May 22, 2021
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Positive: Professionalism, Reliability
Very professional and courteous staff. Dr. Carlson is wonderful and caring. I like the holistic with the traditional vet care.
Michael Welch
Michael Welch
May 14, 2021
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Very expensive, I was just told by my wife that she received an email from this place and because I made the comment that they are very expensive, which they are, that they will not do the follow up with my dog that they did surgery on and they have cancelled my other dogs appointment.
This shows a lot of the level of professionalism that they have, you don't like a comment so instead of calling the owner you'll let the dog suffer.
Sad really sad I'm glad I found out now.
Diana Konrath
Diana Konrath
Mar 25, 2021
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Positive: Professionalism, Quality, Reliability, Responsiveness, Value
This is by far the best vet you will ever go to. Dr. Carlson is caring, patient, attentive, and makes sure your pet is in the best hands. I love the fact they don't over vaccinate and is extremely affordable. You won't be sorry.
Breanna Ronschke
Breanna Ronschke
May 10, 2020
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I can’t say enough great things about Southlake Animal hospital! The staff is so friendly and the doctors take the time to listen to you. After years of battling allergy issues with my dog, we switched to Southlake and within weeks he was SO much better. Not only have we been able to get his allergy issues under control, but now his quality of life is so much better. My 10 year old is acting like a puppy again! Thank you to the staff at Southlake for all you do!
Diane B.
Diane B.
Oct 31, 2018
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I normally don't write reviews, but I am thoroughly impressed with Dr. Carlson and her staff. All were very kind and professional. Dr. Carlson is the first vet I've found in this area who actually understands pet nutrition, feeds her own pets a species-appropriate diet, and was able to help me navigate the nutritional needs of my cat. I look forward to learning how eastern medicine can provide solutions to problems where conventional medicine has failed my cat. I wish I would have found this holistic vet much sooner, they are the best kept secret in NWI!