Special Care for Special Friends in Bloomington, MN
At Best Friends Animal Hospital, we treat your pets like the special friends they are. Our family-owned, full-service veterinary clinic in Bloomington, Minnesota provides thoughtful medical, surgical, and dental care in a warm, welcoming setting where pets and people can feel comfortable.
About Best Friends Animal Hospital
Best Friends Animal Hospital is a full-service veterinary medical facility located in Bloomington, Minnesota, continuing a 40-year legacy that began as Cutler Animal Hospital in Richfield. Established in 1994 by Dr. Nick Gatto, our small family-owned practice offers a caring atmosphere where pets and families are known by name. We are committed to preventive health care, responsible pet ownership, and ongoing client education, so you can feel confident making informed decisions about your pet’s care.
Our Veterinary Services
From routine checkups to advanced surgery, Best Friends Animal Hospital offers a wide range of services to support your pet’s health at every life stage. We tailor our recommendations to your pet’s needs, always focusing on comfort, safety, and long-term wellbeing.
Wellness Care and Immunization
We design wellness care around your pet’s age, lifestyle, and risk factors. Our wellness services include comprehensive physical exams, internal parasite testing, heartworm and flea control, vaccination plans, spay and neuter surgery, and life-stage bloodwork. The goal is to catch concerns early and keep your pet feeling their best year after year.
Dental Treatments
Pets can develop gingivitis and periodontal disease just like people. Tartar and bacteria along the gumline can lead to infection, pain, and tooth loss if left untreated. Our dental care services remove tartar, treat infection, and help protect the bone that supports your pet’s teeth, so they can keep a healthy, comfortable smile.
Surgery, Diagnostics, and Pharmacy
We provide a range of surgical and diagnostic services to help diagnose and treat illness. Our offerings include spay and neuter procedures, umbilical hernia repair, tumor removal, dental treatment, bladder surgery, and foreign body removal. Digital radiology allows us to evaluate the heart, lungs, bones, and internal organs, while in-house and reference laboratory testing provide timely answers. Our fully stocked pharmacy offers trusted veterinary medications, with convenient prescription refill options by phone or online request.
Why Choose Best Friends Animal Hospital
Families in Bloomington and the surrounding communities choose Best Friends Animal Hospital for experienced medical care delivered with small-town warmth. As a family-owned practice with deep roots in the area, we focus on long-term relationships, clear communication, and practical guidance that respects both your pet and your budget.
Family-Owned Legacy
Best Friends Animal Hospital was established in 1994 as a continuation of a long-standing Richfield practice. Under the leadership of Dr. Nick Gatto, we carry forward decades of veterinary experience and community connection in a modern Bloomington setting.
Long-Term Relationships
Many of our clients have trusted us with multiple generations of pets. We value these lasting relationships and strive to be a steady partner for your family, from first vaccines to senior care and every milestone in between.
Dedicated Veterinary Team
Our veterinarians and certified technicians are knowledgeable, experienced, and deeply committed to kind, attentive care. The team provides nursing care, client education, dental treatments, radiology, laboratory work, and anesthetic monitoring, all focused on keeping your pet safe and comfortable.
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