Jersey Calhoun Veterinary Hospital

Jerseyville, IL

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 Surgery Dentistry Imaging In House Lab Pharmacy Boarding Grooming

Amenities & accessibility

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

Overview

Welcome to Jersey Calhoun Veterinary Hospital – proudly caring for the pets and families of our community since 1946. As a privately owned, third-generation veterinary practice, we are committed to providing compassionate, personalized care for every patient who walks through our doors. Our experienced veterinary team believes in treating your pets like family while building lasting relationships with the people who love them most. From routine wellness care and preventive medicine to more advanced medical services, we are here to support your pet through every stage of life in a warm and welcoming environment

1948: Jersey Calhoun Veterinary Hospital was established in Jerseyville by Dr. Albert Van Walleghen in 1948. The original location was on the corner of 267 and County Road, the current State Farm Insurance Agency. 1952: Dr. Emil Gast joined the practice. 1963: Dr. Jim Hall joined the practice. 1965: A new state of the art clinic was built at the current location, 1201 S State Street. 1986: Dr. Albert Van Walleghen retired and was replaced by his son Dr. Donald Van Walleghen. 1987: Dr. Emil Gast retired and was replaced by Dr. David Wendell. 1997: Our current facility is built, designed by renowned Veterinary Architect Wayne Usiak. 2020: Dr. Daniel Wendell joined. 2023: Dr. David Wendell retired and was replaced by Dr Mark and Anna Wendell. 2024: Dr. Don Van Walleghen retired and was replaced by Dr Hannah Moore

Team at a glance

4
Veterinarians (DVM)

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

Technology & equipment

Digital RadiologyUltrasoundIn House Diagnostic Services

Services in detail

Wellness Care (puppy/kitten, adult, senior pets)Dental Care/SurgerySoft Tissue SurgeryOrthopedic Surgery including TPLOInternal MedicineIn House Diagnostic ServicesPharmacyDigital RadiologyUltrasoundBoardingGrooming

Appointments & hours

Book online

Mon-Fri: 7am-6pm Saturday: 8am-12pm Closed on Sunday

Frequently asked

Is Jersey Calhoun Veterinary Hospital accepting new patients?+

Yes — Jersey Calhoun Veterinary Hospital is currently accepting new patients.

What services does Jersey Calhoun Veterinary Hospital offer?+

Jersey Calhoun Veterinary Hospital offers Wellness, Vaccination, Surgery, Dentistry, Imaging, In House Lab, Pharmacy, Boarding, and more.

When was Jersey Calhoun Veterinary Hospital established?+

Jersey Calhoun Veterinary Hospital has served the Jerseyville, IL community since 1946.

What reviewers say

85% Positive sentiment
based on 408 reviews

Jersey-Calhoun Veterinary Hospital offers comprehensive veterinary services, routine care, surgeries, grooming, and boarding in a clean, welcoming facility. The veterinary team is widely regarded as compassionate, knowledgeable, and thorough, taking time to address concerns and care for pets of all sizes with gentleness. While many clients experience affordable care, efficient scheduling, and exceptional support during emergencies and end-of-life decisions, some encounters with front desk staff can be unpleasant, and billing or pricing concerns occasionally arise.

Frequently praised for

Compassionate StaffKnowledgeable VetsThorough ExplanationsFair PricingClean FacilityGood With Anxious PetsGreat Emergency Response

Aggregated from reviewer feedback across multiple sources.

For businesses · Practice intel

For practice groups, buyers and suppliers: ownership, team and hiring detail on this practice. Looking for a vet? Everything above is free, with no sign-up.

Inside the full profile

  • Ownership & corporate structure
  • Team & DVM count
  • Hiring & expansion signals
  • Key contacts — owner & medical director
  • Capability signals — gaps & confirmed services
  • Review intelligence — sentiment, pricing & named staff

Unlock the full profile

Free to unlock — takes a few seconds.

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