Animal Hospital of Ludington

Ludington, MI

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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
Unknown

Species treated

Small Animal Companion

Services

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

Amenities & accessibility

Appointments
Appointment requiredAppointments recommended
Amenities
Restroom
From the business
Identifies as women-owned
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lotWheelchair accessible restroom

Overview

At the Animal Hospital of Ludington we are very excited to see you and to help keep your pets in the very best health possible. We understand how special your pets are to you. After all, we have our own pets and we know how important our animals are to us. Seeing your dog’s wagging tail or hearing your cat’s purring makes your day–and ours! It is the unique human-animal bond that we strive to enhance and preserve for as long as we can. One of our many goals as your trusted Ludington vet is to educate you on exactly what your pet needs to live a long and healthy life. From newborn to geriatric animals, they are all important and deserve the very best care. We are here to help you, our clients, every step of the way. All of us at the Animal Hospital of Ludington are truly honored when you entrust us with your pet’s care. It’s a big job, but we embrace it because it’s what we love to do. That is exactly why we get up each morning and come into the office. We feel very fortunate and grateful that we are among the “chosen few” whose duties are to care for God’s incredible creatures. As we provide for your pet’s veterinary needs, we will learn exactly what your wishes are and include you in all medical decisions pertaining to your companion. Client education is the cornerstone used to guide you in all aspects of your pet’s care and to help you understand what is in your and your pet’s best interest. During each office visit we strive to address all of your concerns about your pet in a relaxed way. We aim to be very thorough with each patient and each office visit from start to finish. Our own education is very important and staff members regularly attend continuing education seminars to keep abreast of the most current techniques so we can deliver them to your pets. We embrace newer technology such as digital radiography, ultra sonography, therapy lasers and new medications, to name just a few. Your pet’s care is also enhanced and consistent from visit to visit thanks to completely computerized and very detailed medical records. “Quality, Caring, Compassionate Companion Animal Medical and Surgical Services.” Please stop by to visit or call us at 845-7719 to reserve an appointment today. We can’t wait to see you and your pets!!!

Dr. Paxton is the founder of the Animal Hospital of Ludington, where he built a legacy of compassionate, high-quality veterinary care rooted in community trust. After years of dedicated service, he transitioned ownership of the practice to his daughter, Dr. Leslie Deines, ensuring his commitment to excellence and patient care continues through the next generation

Care capabilities

End-of-life care
In Clinic

Team at a glance

3
Veterinarians (DVM)
1
Licensed technicians
5
Support staff
9
Total team

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Technology & equipment

digital radiographyultra sonographytherapy laserscomputerized medical records

Services in detail

Wellness & VaccinationsDiagnosticsSurgeryDentistryEarly Detection ScreensPain ManagementLaser TherapyImaging (Ultrasound and Radiographs)Injury or Illness/Diagnosis TreatmentAfter Hours Emergency ServicesInternal MedicineDermatologyEye problemsEar problemsBehavioral CounselingEnd of Life (Hospice Care)EuthanasiaMicrochippingCardiology

Appointments & hours

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Monday, Wednesday, Friday: 9 am – 5pm Tuesday & Thursday: 8:30 am – 5 pm Saturday & Sunday: Closed

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Frequently asked

What services does Animal Hospital of Ludington offer?+

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

What reviewers say

88% Positive sentiment
based on 221 reviews

The veterinary practice is widely recognized for a compassionate, knowledgeable, and professional staff that handles pets with exceptional care and patience, particularly helping anxious animals feel at ease. The facility is described as clean, bright, and modern, offering prompt emergency response and urgent care when needed. Doctors provide thorough explanations, honest treatment assessments without unnecessary upsells, and supportive end-of-life care complete with thoughtful memorial keepsakes. Follow-up communication is consistently praised, though scheduling availability can occasionally be limited for non-patients.

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.