Sova Animal Hospital

Butler, NJ

At a glance

Facility type
Veterinary Practice
Practice tier
General
Clinic type
Standalone
Operating status
Operational
Appointment model
Both
24/7 care
No

Species treated

Small Animal Companion

Services

General Practice Wellness Vaccination Surgery Dentistry Imaging In House Lab Pharmacy Emergency Urgent Care

Amenities & accessibility

Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lotWheelchair accessible restroomWheelchair accessible seating

Overview

Your pet’s health and happiness are our top priority. Sova Animal Hospital in Butler, NJ, is a full-service small animal practice owned by Dr. John J. Ammeraal, established by Dr. Robert J. Sova in 1975. Our veterinarians provide comprehensive medical, surgical, and dental services for dogs and cats in Morris, Passaic, and Bergen counties

Sova Animal Hospital was established by Dr. Robert J. Sova in 1975. We have been serving the communities for over 50 years

Mission — Our team of well-educated and compassionate professionals is dedicated to treating you and your beloved pets as family. At Sova Animal Hospital, we consistently strive to provide the highest-quality diagnostic and medical care customized to meet our patient's needs. We believe in quality communication, attention to detail, emotional empathy, and building strong patient bonds as fundamental values to support your pet's long-lasting and enjoyable life experience

Care capabilities

Emergency
Urgent Care Only
End-of-life care
In Clinic
Pet insurance
Accepted

Team at a glance

3
Veterinarians (DVM)

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

Technology & equipment

UltrasoundRadiologyIn-House LaboratoryLaser surgeryPlatelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) TherapyOnsite Diagnostics

Services in detail

Wellness CareSurgeryDentistryUltrasoundRadiologyIn-House LaboratoryPharmacyEmergency and Urgent CareAllergy TestingEnd-of-Life ServicesMicrochippingPet Insurance
Show all 19 services
Preventative CareVaccinationsLaser surgeryOnsite DiagnosticsPet Wellness ExamPlatelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) Therapy for PetsComprehensive Veterinary Care

Appointments & hours

Monday: 7:30 am - 7:00 pm, Tuesday: 7:30 am - 5:00 pm, Wednesday: 7:30 am - 7:00 pm, Thursday: 7:30 am - 5:00 pm, Friday: 7:30 am - 5:00 pm, Saturday: 7:30 am - 1:00 pm, Sunday: Closed

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Frequently asked

Is Sova Animal Hospital accepting new patients?+

Yes — Sova Animal Hospital is currently accepting new patients.

Does Sova Animal Hospital offer emergency or urgent care?+

Sova Animal Hospital offers urgent care appointments most days of the week (not a 24/7 ER).

What services does Sova Animal Hospital offer?+

Sova Animal Hospital offers General Practice, Wellness, Vaccination, Surgery, Dentistry, Imaging, In House Lab, Pharmacy, and more.

When was Sova Animal Hospital established?+

Sova Animal Hospital has served the Butler, NJ community since 1975.

What reviewers say

93% Positive sentiment
based on 376 reviews

The practice offers exceptional veterinary care with a highly compassionate, knowledgeable, and welcoming team of doctors and support staff. The facility is immaculately clean, beautifully updated with modern equipment, and maintains an atmosphere that puts anxious or skittish pets at ease. Services include thorough examinations, clear explanations, reliable follow-up communications, and thoughtful end-of-life care, making it a trusted destination for pet families in the region.

Frequently praised for

Compassionate StaffKnowledgeable VetsThorough ExplanationsShort WaitEasy SchedulingClean FacilityGood With Anxious PetsGreat Emergency Response

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