Sesser Animal Hospital
Sesser, IL
At a glance
- Facility type
- Veterinary Practice
- Practice tier
- General
- Clinic type
- Standalone
- Operating status
- Operational
- Appointment model
- Unknown
- 24/7 care
- Unknown
- Accepting new patients
- Unknown
Species treated
Services
AVMA Specialties
Amenities & accessibility
Overview
Drs. April and John Spence welcome you to Sesser Animal Hospital, a full-service veterinary hospital dedicated to providing high quality, comprehensive medical and surgical care for the dogs, cats or companion animals throughout Southern Illinois. Located between St. Louis, MO and Louisville, KY, we have a staff of veterinarians, veterinary assistants, and support personnel that are available to handle emergency and routine cases. We provide veterinary care for dogs, cats, horses, dairy and beef cattle, pigs, goats, sheep and some exotic species. We are a friendly, caring, family-oriented animal hospital and we will work diligently to meet each of your pet's needs. Your pet is an important part of your, and our, family and we understand the special bond you share with your animal companion
Welcome to Sesser Animal Hospital! We are a family-owned veterinary hospital that began in 1969
Mission — All of us are committed to delivering quality, compassionate veterinary care to your pet. What makes us unique is that we always try to treat you as we want to be treated, and to treat your pet as we want our own family pets treated. We like to say that "here, your pet is our pet". We are committed to helping your pet live a long, healthy and happy life with you
Care capabilities
- Emergency
- Er Daytime
Team at a glance
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Technology & equipment
Services in detail
Appointments & hours
Mon - Fri: 8:00am - 5:00pm; Sat: 8:00am - 12:00pm; Sun: CLOSED. HOURS BY APPOINTMENT ONLY
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Frequently asked
Does Sesser Animal Hospital offer emergency or urgent care?+
Sesser Animal Hospital provides daytime emergency care.
Does Sesser Animal Hospital treat exotic pets?+
Yes — Sesser Animal Hospital offers care for exotic pets in addition to small animals.
What services does Sesser Animal Hospital offer?+
Sesser Animal Hospital offers General Practice, Wellness, Vaccination, Spay Neuter, Surgery, Dentistry, Imaging, In House Lab, and more.
When was Sesser Animal Hospital established?+
Sesser Animal Hospital has served the Sesser, IL community since 1969.
What reviewers say
Sesser Animal Hospital provides dedicated, compassionate veterinary care with a strong focus on patient well-being and clear communication. The facility is exceptionally clean and well-maintained, offering a welcoming environment for pets and owners alike. The veterinary team is widely regarded as knowledgeable, patient, and deeply caring, handling everything from routine checkups to sensitive end-of-life transitions with grace. While appointment availability can occasionally face delays due to high demand, the practice remains a trusted local resource for comprehensive animal healthcare.
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Data as of July 2026. VetPulse aggregates public-record and licensing data; it does not represent the practice directly.