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Did You Know...
The Family Pet is open for EMERGENCIES ?
We provide experienced veterinarians and staff, in-house laboratory and x-ray capabilites to diagnose and treat your pet's emergent issues at a fraction of the cost of a referral emergency practice. Drop in cases are always welcome during business hours!
Welcome to The Family Pet
Located in Seattle, The Family Pet has been providing quality pet care since 1946. As a family-owned small business we pride ourselves in our ability to provide individualized care based on your pet's needs and not according to a corporate protocol. Doctors Hilmoe, Mentzer, and Schneider are motivated to make your pets visit pleasant while offering the best possible diagnostic and treatment options.
The Family Pet is a full-service veterinary hospital offering preventative, wellness, diagnostic, dental, and surgical care, as well as boarding and routine grooming services. We also offer convenient hours and easy drop-off care for our working pet parents. Our friendly, compassionate staff is eager to help with your pet's needs.
A well established animal hospital, we are conveniently located in the heart of Ballard. We also serve the surrounding communities of Crown Hill, Fremont, Magnolia, Queen Anne, and Phinney Ridge.
We strive to offer the very best veterinary services and education to our clients and to help our patients lead longer, healthier lives. The Family Pet celebrates the human-animal bond and welcomes all types of families.
Find your favorite vet at The Family Pet! Our compassionate, experienced veterinarians are:
*Dr. Mary Kay Hilmoe
*Dr. Lexi Mentzer
*Dr. Carrie Schneider
Our clinic is open for appointments and emergencies during normal business hours and on Saturdays.
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