St Joe Center Veterinary Hospital

Fort Wayne, IN

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At a glance

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

Species treated

Small Animal Companion

Services

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

Accreditations

Aaha Cat Friendly

Amenities & accessibility

Appointments
Appointment requiredAppointments recommended
Service options
Onsite services
Amenities
Gender-neutral restroomRestroom
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lotWheelchair accessible restroom

Overview

St. Joe Center Veterinary Hospital of Fort Wayne, Indiana is a highly motivated and competent team of veterinary doctors, technicians, and customer service providers whose top priority is to provide dogs and cats of all ages with full-service, quality care

St. Joe Center Veterinary Hospital was founded in 1967 by Dr. David Thoma and Dr. Roy Coolman. St. Joe started out in a converted grain elevator on Maplecrest Road. We have undergone many changes since then. In 1992, St. Joe moved into the building that is now known as NIVES. In order to improve the level of veterinary care in the community, we began providing 24-hour emergency services in 1996. Then in 2004, St. Joe separated from the Emergency and Specialty Hospital and moved into our present location to serve as a full-service veterinary hospital with a focus on primary care

Mission — We strive to enhance the human-animal bond within families by providing comprehensive healthcare and educating our clients about pet wellness. We provide medical, surgical, and dental services utilizing modern equipment and medicine to ensure the patient receives quality care. We will create an environment where clients and their pets feel welcome, comfortable, and cared for. A friendly, and knowledgeable staff will work as a team to educate clients and care for their pets. We will emphasize honest communication and open exchange of ideas through consistent meetings. Individual team members will be encouraged to grow professionally with goal-setting and an emphasis on ongoing education. We treat patients humanely and with compassion. The entire team shows kindness and respect to clients and other team members

Team at a glance

2
Veterinarians (DVM)
14
Support staff
16
Total team

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

Technology & equipment

X-ray capabilitiesin-house testingexternal laboratoriessurgery suiteradiographydiagnostic ultrasoundsEKG

Services in detail

General WellnessPAW PlansDentistryDiet & NutritionParasite Control (Fleas, Ticks & Heartworms)Wellness & Preventive CareVaccinationsMicrochippingRehabilitation for Dogs, Cats & PetsPhysical TherapyWater TherapyRadiographyDiagnostic UltrasoundsEKGLaboratory ServicesAllergiesSpay & NeuterSoft Tissue SurgeryTeleMedicineGrooming

Memberships

American Association of Feline Practitioners (AAFP)American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA)American Board of Veterinary Practitioners (ABVP)American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA)Cat Friendly Practice

Appointments & hours

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Mon 8:00am-1:00pm 2:00pm-6:00pm; Tue 8:00am-1:00pm 2:00pm-6:00pm; Wed 8:00am-1:00pm 2:00pm-5:00pm; Thu 8:00am-1:00pm 2:00pm-6:00pm; Fri 8:00am-1:00pm 2:00pm-5:00pm; Sat Closed; Sun Closed

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Frequently asked

Is St Joe Center Veterinary Hospital AAHA-accredited?+

Yes — St Joe Center Veterinary Hospital is an AAHA-accredited hospital, and also Cat Friendly certified.

What services does St Joe Center Veterinary Hospital offer?+

St Joe Center Veterinary Hospital offers General Practice, Wellness, Vaccination, Spay Neuter, Surgery, Dentistry, Imaging, In House Lab, and more.

When was St Joe Center Veterinary Hospital established?+

St Joe Center Veterinary Hospital has served the Fort Wayne, IN community since 1967.

What reviewers say

88% Positive sentiment
based on 705 reviews

St Joe Center Veterinary Hospital is a well-established veterinary practice known for its exceptionally compassionate staff, knowledgeable veterinarians, and specialized feline care. The facility provides a welcoming, low-stress environment with separate entrances designed to ease animal anxiety. While pricing tends to be on the higher side and wait times can occasionally be extended, the team is widely praised for thorough explanations, gentle handling of nervous pets, and dedicated support during end-of-life care.

Frequently praised for

Compassionate StaffKnowledgeable VetsThorough ExplanationsClean FacilityGood With Anxious PetsStrong Followup

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