Ohio Valley Animal Clinic of Athens

Athens, OH

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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 Exotic Companion Mammal

Services

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

Amenities & accessibility

Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lotWheelchair accessible restroom

Overview

Serving the Southeastern Ohio Region since 2011! Ohio Valley Animal Clinic strives to provide the best, most up to date, and affordable care possible with three convenient locations Pomeroy, Wellston, and Athens. In house bloodwork, digital x-rays, and ultrasound are available for accurate diagnosing of your pet. OVAC accepts big, small, and exotic animals. If it is a part of YOUR family, we want to make it part of OUR family!

Dr. Josh Ervin's lifelong dream to own a veterinary hospital lead to his decision to return home and serve the community when he opened the Pomeroy clinic in 2011. Dr. Ervin continued that dream by adding two additional locations to Ohio Valley Animial Clinic in Wellston and Athens

Care capabilities

End-of-life care
In Clinic

Team at a glance

2
Veterinarians (DVM)
13
Support staff
15
Total team

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

Technology & equipment

Digital RadiographsIn-House Idexx Laboratory SystemIdexx SedivueIDEXX Invue

Services in detail

Routine/Extensive Surgical ProceduresRoutine spays and neutersOrthopedic surgeries (including Cruciate repairs and fracture repairs)Tumor/mass RemovalsHernia RepairsExploratory ProceduresAmputationsDigital RadiographsCremationDentalsTeeth Cleaning (scaling and polishing)Minor and Major Teeth ExtractionsOral growth removalsIn-House Idexx Laboratory SystemComplete blood count (CBC)Thyroid level check (Total T4/SDMA)Chemistry 10, Chemistry 17Electrolyte levelsHeart Worm testingTick borne disease screeningParvovirus TestingCPL (Pancreatitis) TestingSnap Feline Triple (FIV/FeLeuk/HW)Cortisol Testing (screening for Cushing's and Addison’s disease)UrinalysisIdexx SedivuePhenobarbital Level CheckFructosamine Level CheckIDEXX Invue

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Frequently asked

Does Ohio Valley Animal Clinic of Athens treat exotic pets?+

Yes — Ohio Valley Animal Clinic of Athens offers care for exotic pets in addition to small animals.

What services does Ohio Valley Animal Clinic of Athens offer?+

Ohio Valley Animal Clinic of Athens offers General Practice, Wellness, Vaccination, Surgery, Dentistry, Imaging, In House Lab, End Of Life.

When was Ohio Valley Animal Clinic of Athens established?+

Ohio Valley Animal Clinic of Athens has served the Athens, OH community since 2011.

What reviewers say

85% Positive sentiment
based on 132 reviews

Ohio Valley Animal Clinic of Athens is a well-regarded veterinary practice known for offering compassionate, knowledgeable care for dogs, cats, and exotic animals including snakes, birds, and reptiles. The facility is consistently described as clean, professional, and well-organized, with staff members who are gentle with anxious pets and attentive during routine visits, urgent care situations, and end-of-life care. While the majority of visitors experience efficient appointments and reasonable pricing, a few note concerns regarding higher costs, unexpected billing discrepancies, and occasional diagnostic disagreements. Overall, the practice remains a primary destination for pet owners seeking thorough communication and dedicated veterinary support in the area.

Frequently praised for

Compassionate StaffKnowledgeable VetsThorough ExplanationsShort WaitFair PricingClean FacilityGood With Anxious PetsGreat Emergency Response

Aggregated from reviewer feedback across multiple sources.

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