We are a full service animal hospital providing comprehensive healthcare services and boarding to pets, including exotics, in Grass Lake and the surrounding areas, including Jackson, Chelsea, Stockbridge, Dexter and Manchester, Michigan. We offer a wide variety of medical, surgical and specialty dental services. We provide complete care for our patients, including same day appointments for sick or injured pets, in most circumstances and extended behavioral consultation for owners of troubled cats. We also offer referral to specialty or advanced care practices, if needed. Our recommendations are specific to you and your pet - we know each situation is different and we provide personal care for each of our clients and pets, from annual well-pet care to compassionate end-of-life care, with everything in between.
We are one of only three locations in the state of Michigan to have a Board Certified Veterinary Dentist on staff. Dr. Ruth Barthel is here to address even the most complicated oral and dental problems your pet might have. We have the expertise to provide the care your pet needs at every stage of life. We'd love to give you a tour of our facility, to better acquaint you with how we will take care of you and your pet.
Served areas
- Grass Lake, Jackson, Chelsea, Stockbridge, Manchester, Dexter
Highlights and features
- Board Certified Veterinary Dentist, care for exotic pets
Associations and certifications
- AVMA
- MVMA
- AVDC
- AVD
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Comprehensive pet care
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Annual examination with recommended vaccinations, tests and other procedures designed to keep your pet healthy and happy. Recommendations are specifically made with your pet and your life-style in mind.
Care for sick and injured pets, with same day appointments available in most cases. Referral to specialty or advanced care facilities available when needed.
Board Certified Veterinary Dentist on staff for advanced dental and oral care, including restorative work.
Care for sick and injured pets, with same day appointments available in most cases. Referral to specialty or advanced care facilities available when needed.
Board Certified Veterinary Dentist on staff for advanced dental and oral care, including restorative work.
At Grass Lake Animal Hospital we are committed to providing quality care at every stage of your pet's life. From routine preventive care and boarding for your pets to early detection and treatment of a wide range of conditions, diseases, dental and surgical care, we have the expertise to provide the care your pet needs at every stage of life.
To allow ample time for all patients and scheduled surgical procedures, we operate primarily by appointment. Emergency cases shall always receive top priority, which is why occasional appointment delay is inevitable. Please realize that we make a sincere attempt to see each client on time. For your convenience, "drop-off" appointments are available.
I graduated from Michigan State's College of Veterinary Medicine in 1981 and soon after left for warmer climates like California and North Carolina. I just couldn't stay away though and chose to come back to Michigan and settle in Grass Lake -- it is a wonderful place to live. I enjoy singing, hiking, reading and traveling to experience the beauty and wonders of nature.
I have been around animals my whole life so joining the Grass Lake Animal Hospital team in 2013 was the perfect fit for me. I can't remember a time when I didn't have pets, ranging from cats to bunnies to lizards. My grandpa was a dairy farmer so I also spent a great deal of time on his farm when I was younger, enjoying the outdoors and learning about his trade.
Reviews (20)
Andrew Ramsey
Apr 25, 2022
Outstanding veterinary services. They were accommodating to my son with special needs and understood how difficult it can be to make it to appointments on time. They saw my cat, despite us missing our appointed time slot. My cat is in great hands. Would take all my animals to this veterinary clinic in the future. The doctor was very attentive to the cat's health and offered many options to make sure he got the best care possible. It's rare to see a veterinary practice offer such great care to animals, compassionate and reminded me of a human clinic, which is the best I could ever ask for.
Bella Frey
Apr 24, 2022
Absolutely love this place! It's the only place I will take my fur babies. They walk you through the entire process. My kitten has Feline leukemia and we thought he was going to pass a few days ago. The wonderful vets here helped my baby back to health and made a plan to keep him healthy. Thank you so much Grass Lake Animal Hosptial!
Sharon Klapatch
Apr 11, 2022
Kristen Vermeylen
Mar 08, 2022
Alicia Offerman
Dec 27, 2021
I take all 5 of my animals here as well as 2 of my in-laws. We love Dr. Laabs and followed her from her last clinic. I am so happy we did because the support staff here is beyond amazing. They are so attentive and really just want what's best for your pets! We love them all so much we drive an hour just to take our animals here. Definitely recommend!
Kelly Daniels
Nov 14, 2021
Everyone I interacted with at GLAH was attentive, professional, and knowledgable. I feel confident that my dog is receiving the best possible care at every visit. I've been with GLAH for over three years and that's been consistent no matter who I work with. Everyone is responsive to my questions, even when they aren't urgent. The hospital is clean and the staff is thoughtful. They always try and make the visit as positive as possible for LuLu (my dog), even though she's not a huge fan of being at the vet : )
Melissa A.
Sep 12, 2021
GLAH is not our normal Vet, we just took our dog in to have her teeth cleaned and some teeth removed and they took great care of her! And they have called multiple times to check on her after her procedure to make sure she is doing ok. I am very happy with the service we received and will continue to see the vets at GLAH for her dental care!
Lisa Darrow
Jul 24, 2021
Absolutly Amazing. WeTook scrappy in because he had a bad seizure, he was just laying around doing nothing found out he has pancreatitis, was extremely worried about him. They were Absolutly Amazing with him. They treated him monday and Tuesday. Helped us with how to give him meds cause he is not easy to give them to. And we were worried. Actually gave us the confidence and strategy to give them to him.
After a few days He still wasn't eating they got us in, got some food in his belly, showed me how to feed him if he didn't start on his own. They were very kind, gracious and loving to him. (sorry ladies he was giving you the evil eye when we left. ) lol He only knows they use me as a pin cushion and stuff.lolThank you for everything. Be Blessed Always! Lisa.
After a few days He still wasn't eating they got us in, got some food in his belly, showed me how to feed him if he didn't start on his own. They were very kind, gracious and loving to him. (sorry ladies he was giving you the evil eye when we left. ) lol He only knows they use me as a pin cushion and stuff.lolThank you for everything. Be Blessed Always! Lisa.
Judi Campbell
Mar 10, 2021
Todd Mrowca
Apr 07, 2020
Melissa
Feb 27, 2020
I cannot say enough good things about Dr. Ruth. My little Jesse is my best buddy. He has been treated and loved innumerable times by Dr. Ruth and her staff. He always gets the VIP treatment and I cannot thank Dr. Ruth and her staff enough for their care and professionalism. I also witnessed the same care with our new little kitty Bean. Dr. Ruth has so much knowledge and compassion, it’s simply just off the charts. I just love, love, love her and her expertise. Couldn’t give a more positive review.
Todd M.
Jan 16, 2020
Joanne LaFleche Gallagher
Nov 05, 2019
We travelled to bring our Pyrenees here because of their specialty in dental work. From the moment we arrived we were comfortable with the loving attitude and care of our boy and us. They were great at keeping us updated and chose the treatment that was least invasive for our dog. We will go back if the need arises!
Jennifer Krontz
Oct 05, 2019
Robin Alexander
May 29, 2019
Dr Sandi Danes when we count our Blessings we shall always count YOU & your staff twice...Jack one of "Our favorite Hellos and one of our hardest goodbyes" crossed over today our gift of mercy was met with an abundance of Peace & Love from Grass Lake Animal Hospital & for that we know the good Lord has a very special place for you.... Thank you from the bottom of our hearts!!
Samantha Oliver
Aug 14, 2018
Stephanie K.
Jun 02, 2018
Nancy Fesik-Weir
May 05, 2018
Emily Raymond
Nov 28, 2017
Samantha Adams
Aug 22, 2014