Grand Avenue Veterinary Center
St Paul, MN
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
Services
Accreditations
Amenities & accessibility
Overview
Grand Avenue Veterinary Center has proudly served the historic Grand Avenue community since 1985. Our passion for exceptional pet care is matched only by our dedication to building lasting relationships with you and your beloved companion. Our team stays on the cutting edge of veterinary care and services through continuing education, ensuring that both our patients and clients receive the best care possible. We’re here to share our expertise, deliver top-notch medical services, and help you make well-informed decisions about your pet’s well-being
Grand Avenue Veterinary Center was founded in 1985 by two newly graduated women veterinarians, Dr. Nancy Balto and Dr. Diane Borreson. At the time, the veterinary profession was dominated by men and only a handful of veterinary practices were woman owned. They were proud to open the clinic to family, friends and neighbors. Many of those families are still coming to the practice today! Dr. Balto and Dr. Borreson created a business that was ahead of its time. Dr. Ann Brownlee joined the clinic as the first associate in 1989 and eventually took over ownership when Dr. Balto and Dr. Borreson retired. She was a part of the growth and success of GAVC for over 30 years. Upon Dr. Brownlee’s retirement, Dr. Heather Taylor and Dr. Jen Seidl took ownership as co-owners, thus keeping GAVC a locally owned and woman owned clinic. Dr. Taylor and Dr. Seidl both began their veterinary careers at GAVC as assistants and stayed through veterinary school. After a brief time away, they both found their way back as associates and now as co-owners. Dr. Taylor and Dr. Seidl are committed to providing a partnership between our associates and clientele to deliver personalized and leading edge care for their pets. GAVC has grown organically as a team and practice over the years. They are delighted to provide a supportive workplace to a team of over 20 people; 6 veterinarians and a wonderful mix of veterinary technicians, assistants, students and customer service representatives. Our dedicated team is committed to creating an enduring relationship with you and your pet, to share our knowledge and provide high quality medical care
Mission — Grand Avenue Veterinary Center promises to provide excellent, compassionate veterinary services and pet care in partnership with our community. All members of our practice pledge to collaborate with our collective skill and knowledge, engage in a respectful, trusting, and relaxed environment, and communicate with humor, fun, passion, and honesty. We vow to make a commitment to our community, you, and your pets, and always strive for excellence
Care capabilities
- End-of-life care
- In Clinic
Team at a glance
Individual names, titles & bios are in the practice intelligence layer below.
Technology & equipment
Services in detail
Appointments & hours
Monday-Friday | 8am-6pm Saturday | 8am-1pm
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Frequently asked
Is Grand Avenue Veterinary Center accepting new patients?+
Yes — Grand Avenue Veterinary Center is currently accepting new patients.
Is Grand Avenue Veterinary Center AAHA-accredited?+
Yes — Grand Avenue Veterinary Center is an AAHA-accredited hospital, and also Fear Free certified.
What services does Grand Avenue Veterinary Center offer?+
Grand Avenue Veterinary Center offers General Practice, Wellness, Vaccination, Spay Neuter, Surgery, Dentistry, Imaging, In House Lab, and more.
When was Grand Avenue Veterinary Center established?+
Grand Avenue Veterinary Center has served the St Paul, MN community since 1985.
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Data as of July 2026. VetPulse aggregates public-record and licensing data; it does not represent the practice directly.