West Bearden Veterinary Hospital

Knoxville, TN

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At a glance

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

Species treated

Small Animal Companion

Services

General Practice Wellness Vaccination Spay Neuter Surgery Dentistry Imaging In House Lab Pharmacy Hospitalization Emergency Boarding Grooming

Amenities & accessibility

Appointments
Appointment requiredAppointments recommended
Amenities
Restroom
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lotWheelchair accessible restroom

Overview

Welcome to the Bearden Vets family of veterinary hospitals located in Knoxville, TN. We are a full-service veterinary practice providing quality health care from two locations to better serve you and your pet's needs. We offer veterinary services including physical exams, vaccinations, surgery, dentistry, bathing, boarding, and more for a wide range of home pets including, of course, dogs, cats, and even rabbits. Our doctors and staff are professional, love animals, and care about the well-being and long-term health of your furry family members. Our vet care and pet boarding facilities are designed, equipped, and staffed to meet the needs of you and your pets

Supporting healthy animals since 1953. Dr. George P. Shifflett is the founder of Bearden Hill Veterinary Clinic and West Bearden Veterinary Hospital. He earned his Doctor of Veterinary Medicine from Auburn University in 1953 and has practiced veterinary medicine in Knoxville since 1953. The practice is family owned and operated

Team at a glance

5
Veterinarians (DVM)
1
Licensed technicians
1
Support staff
7
Total team

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

Services in detail

physical examsvaccinationssurgerydentistrybathingboardingnail trimsanal gland expressiontherapeutic clipsspaying and neuteringheartworm checkintestinal parasite checkyearly urinalysisblood chemistry profiledental care

Appointments & hours

Mon-Fri 7:30am-5:30pm, Sat 8:00am-1:30pm (West Bearden only), Sun closed

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Frequently asked

Is West Bearden Veterinary Hospital accepting new patients?+

Yes — West Bearden Veterinary Hospital is currently accepting new patients.

Does West Bearden Veterinary Hospital treat exotic pets?+

Yes — West Bearden Veterinary Hospital offers care for exotic pets in addition to small animals.

What services does West Bearden Veterinary Hospital offer?+

West Bearden Veterinary Hospital offers General Practice, Wellness, Vaccination, Spay Neuter, Surgery, Dentistry, Imaging, In House Lab, and more.

When was West Bearden Veterinary Hospital established?+

West Bearden Veterinary Hospital has served the Knoxville, TN community since 1953.

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