Highland Animal Hospital
Slatington, PA
At a glance
- Facility type
- Veterinary Practice
- Practice tier
- General
- Clinic type
- Standalone
- Operating status
- Operational
- Appointment model
- Appointment
- 24/7 care
- No
Species treated
Services
Amenities & accessibility
Overview
Highland Animal Hospital is your trusted veterinary care provider in Slatington, PA. We are committed to providing exceptional healthcare services for your beloved pets
Highland Animal Hospital was established on July 6, 1987, by Dr. Donald Lowe in a one-story, converted former ceramic pottery shop on PA Route 873 in rural Slatington, Pennsylvania. In January 2001, Dr. Carl H. Fortna joined the veterinary team after practicing small animal medicine and surgery in Berks County, PA, for 6 years. In 2009, with the practice expanding, the present-day existing 8,500-square-foot facility was built next door on an adjacent piece of farmland. In 2012, Dr. Brandon K. Mattson joined the team after working in a veterinary emergency/referral hospital in Northeast PA. On February 19, 2016, Drs. Fortna and Mattson became the new owners. What began as a one-veterinarian practice with two examination rooms and one employee has grown into a multiple-veterinarian practice providing small animal healthcare in the greater Lehigh Valley
Mission — Our mission is to deliver above-and-beyond veterinary services that bring pets longer, healthier, and happier lives with their loving owners
Care capabilities
- End-of-life care
- In Clinic
Team at a glance
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Services in detail
Appointments & hours
Monday: 9 AM – 7 PM Tuesday: 9 AM – 7 PM Wednesday: 9 AM – 5 PM Thursday: 9 AM – 7 PM Friday: 9 AM – 5 PM Saturday: 9 AM – 12 PM Sunday: Closed
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Frequently asked
Is Highland Animal Hospital accepting new patients?+
Yes — Highland Animal Hospital is currently accepting new patients.
What services does Highland Animal Hospital offer?+
Highland Animal Hospital offers General Practice, Wellness, Vaccination, Spay Neuter, Surgery, Dentistry, Imaging, In House Lab, and more.
When was Highland Animal Hospital established?+
Highland Animal Hospital has served the Slatington, PA community since 1987.
What reviewers say
Highland Animal Hospital features a modern, spacious, and clean facility with a dedicated veterinary team known for being compassionate, gentle, and knowledgeable with anxious pets. The practice offers thorough explanations, same-day appointment accommodations for urgent needs, and reliable follow-up care. While pricing tends to be on the higher side, clients frequently praise the welcoming atmosphere, efficient check-ins, and individualized attention provided during wellness and medical visits.
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Data as of July 2026. VetPulse aggregates public-record and licensing data; it does not represent the practice directly.