Grand Avenue Veterinary Center

St Paul, MN

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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
Yes

Species treated

Small Animal Companion Exotic Companion Mammal Avian

Services

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

Accreditations

Aaha Fear Free

Amenities & accessibility

Parking
Free parking lotPaid parking lot
Appointments
Appointment requiredAppointments recommended
Amenities
Restroom
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lotWheelchair accessible restroom

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

6
Veterinarians (DVM)
6
Licensed technicians
8
Support staff
20
Total team

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

Technology & equipment

digital x-raylaser therapyin-house laboratoryPetPortal

Services in detail

Animal Wellness ExamsPuppy and Kitten CareGeriatric Pet CareInternal MedicineRadiologySurgeryDentistryBehavior CounselingLaser TherapyLaboratoryNutritional CounselingVaccinationsEnd of Life CareReferrals and Specialists

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.