Bates Animal Hospital

Watkinsville, GA

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At a glance

Facility type
Veterinary Practice
Practice tier
General
Clinic type
Standalone
Operating status
Operational
Appointment model
Appointment
24/7 care
No
Accepting new patients
Yes

Species treated

Small Animal Companion

Services

General Practice Wellness Vaccination Spay Neuter Surgery Dentistry Imaging In House Lab Emergency End Of Life

Amenities & accessibility

Appointments
Appointments recommended
Amenities
Restroom
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lotWheelchair accessible restroom

Overview

Bates Animal Hospital is a full-service veterinary hospital specializing in the health and wellness of dogs and cats. Located in Watkinsville, GA, and owned by longtime area veterinarian Dr. Hunter Bates, we are a proud provider of medical, surgical, and emergency care. Our facility is equipped with a dedicated surgery suite, dental station, and in-house x-Ray and laboratory diagnostics

Team at a glance

1
Veterinarian (DVM)

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

Technology & equipment

in-house x-Rayin-house laboratory diagnostics

Services in detail

Sterilization (spay/neuter)Orthopedic Soft Tissue (including urologic, ophthalmic, dermatological, abdominal, and others)Dental (oral examinations, ultrasonic cleanings, tooth extractions)Puppy and kitten vaccination schedulesAdult wellness plansParasite prevention and control (flea, ticks, heart worm, intestinal parasites, mites)Geriatric care and consultationTreatment of systemic medical diseasesDermatology

Frequently asked

Is Bates Animal Hospital accepting new patients?+

Yes — Bates Animal Hospital is currently accepting new patients.

What services does Bates Animal Hospital offer?+

Bates Animal Hospital offers General Practice, Wellness, Vaccination, Spay Neuter, Surgery, Dentistry, Imaging, In House Lab, and more.

What reviewers say

95% Positive sentiment
based on 125 reviews

Bates Animal Hospital is widely regarded for its compassionate, highly knowledgeable veterinary team and exceptionally thorough care. The clinic maintains a clean, modern facility and offers reliable emergency handling, thoughtful follow-up care, and supportive end-of-life services. The staff is consistently described as friendly, personable, and dedicated, providing clear explanations and fair pricing without unnecessary upsells.

Frequently praised for

Compassionate StaffKnowledgeable VetsThorough ExplanationsFair PricingClean FacilityGreat Emergency ResponseStrong Followup

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