Apalachee River Animal Hospital

Dacula, GA

At a glance

Facility type
Veterinary Practice
Practice tier
General
Clinic type
Standalone
Operating status
Operational
Appointment model
Both
24/7 care
No

Species treated

Small Animal Companion

Services

Wellness Vaccination Spay Neuter Surgery Dentistry Imaging In House Lab Pharmacy Hospitalization Boarding Daycare End Of Life

Amenities & accessibility

Appointments
Appointment requiredAppointments recommended
Service options
Onsite services
Amenities
Restroom
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lotWheelchair accessible restroom

Overview

Apalachee River Animal Hospital offers high quality veterinary care with a more personal feel, making clients feel like they are family

Apalachee River Animal Hospital has been serving Dacula, GA, under the direction of Drs. Randy and Destiny Prezzano since June 2011. The Prezzanos wanted a practice that would offer high-quality veterinary care similar to large corporate practices in major metropolitan areas, but that has a more personal feel and make clients feel like they are family

Mission — Excellent Care for Exceptional Pets is our motto and we try to provide excellent care in all aspects of our practice

Care capabilities

Emergency
Urgent Care Only

Team at a glance

5
Veterinarians (DVM)
1
Licensed technicians
20
Support staff
26
Total team

Individual names, titles & bios are in the practice intelligence layer below.

Technology & equipment

Digital X-raysDigital dental X-raysUltrasoundEchocardiogramIn-house laboratoryLaser surgeryCold laser therapySurgivet monitoring equipmentSound Elkin digital radiography

Services in detail

Preventative CareSenior Pet CareSick Pet CareUltrasoundSurgeryDentistryCold Laser TherapyBoarding & DaycareBathingTelemedicineVaccinationSpay/Neuter
Show all 18 services
Diagnostic ImagingIn-House LabPharmacyHospitalizationMicrochippingNutrition Counseling

Memberships

Best of Gwinnett 2025Gwinnett Daily Post Reader's Choice

Appointments & hours

Book online

Monday–Friday: 7 am to 6 pm Saturday: 8 am to 12 pm Sunday: Closed

Connect

Frequently asked

Is Apalachee River Animal Hospital accepting new patients?+

Yes — Apalachee River Animal Hospital is currently accepting new patients.

Does Apalachee River Animal Hospital offer emergency or urgent care?+

Apalachee River Animal Hospital offers urgent care appointments most days of the week (not a 24/7 ER).

What services does Apalachee River Animal Hospital offer?+

Apalachee River Animal Hospital offers Wellness, Vaccination, Spay Neuter, Surgery, Dentistry, Imaging, In House Lab, Pharmacy, and more.

When was Apalachee River Animal Hospital established?+

Apalachee River Animal Hospital has served the Dacula, GA community since 2011.

What reviewers say

85% Positive sentiment
based on 327 reviews

This established veterinary practice offers comprehensive medical care and boarding services for dogs and cats. The facility is consistently described as clean, welcoming, and well-organized, featuring a dedicated team of veterinarians and support staff known for their compassion, thorough communication, and gentle handling of anxious pets. Appointments are generally reported as easy to schedule with minimal wait times, and the team routinely provides proactive follow-up communications after visits. While the majority of visitors highlight fair pricing and personalized attention, some note occasional concerns regarding rising costs and unexpected billing additions.

Frequently praised for

Compassionate StaffKnowledgeable VetsThorough ExplanationsShort WaitEasy SchedulingFair PricingClean FacilityGood With Anxious Pets

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Data as of July 2026. VetPulse aggregates public-record and licensing data; it does not represent the practice directly.