Every pet treated like family.
24/7 emergency care, same-day appointments, and walk-ins always welcome — call ahead for the current wait time.
Open Mon–Thu 7:30 am – 5:30 pm · Fri 7:30 am – 3:00 pm
"Trusted care for the pets you love."
Care that starts with listening.
Founded in 2021, we serve the pets and people of the Lower Kenai Peninsula and beyond with compassionate, thorough, affordable care. We take the time to listen and explain — and you'll always receive a clear estimate before treatment begins, so there are no surprises.
2021
Serving the Lower Kenai Peninsula since
Full-service
Medical, surgical & dental
Same-day
Appointments & walk-ins
Comprehensive care, from nose to tail.
A full-service small animal hospital providing comprehensive medical, surgical and dental care — practicing the highest quality medicine in a comfortable, compassionate environment.
Preventive Wellness
Nose-to-tail exams, tailored vaccinations, parasite prevention and nutrition counseling for every life stage.
Senior Pet Care
Twice-yearly exams with senior bloodwork and blood-pressure screening to catch age-related change early.
General Medicine
Thorough diagnostic workups and evidence-based treatment, with a mobile board-certified cardiologist who sees patients on-site.
Exotic Animal Care
Skilled medical, surgical and dental care for herbivores, small mammals, birds and reptiles.
Dentistry
Cleanings under anesthesia, full-mouth digital dental X-rays, extractions and oral surgery.
Diagnostics
Digital X-ray, ultrasound and an in-house lab with results in minutes — same-day answers, same-day treatment.
Surgery & TPLO
Soft tissue and orthopedic surgery, including TPLO repair, with attentive anesthesia monitoring and pain control.
Pharmacy
A fully stocked in-house dispensary, so treatment begins the moment you leave the exam room.
Nutrition & Behavior
Individualized dietary planning and practical behavioral counseling for a happy, healthy life at home.
Quality of Life
Thoughtful assessment, honest counseling and humane euthanasia, with your pet's dignity first.
Emergency Care
Urgent care during office hours, plus a 24-hour emergency line that reaches a veterinarian anytime.
Need something specific? Walk-ins are always welcome — call ahead for the current wait time.
Call 907.235.0143 →Vet Care Membership — just $109 every 6 months.
We believe high-quality care should be accessible. No hidden fees, no automatic renewals — just a simple way to keep your pet's health a priority, year-round.
- Unlimited exams
- Broad-spectrum dewormer
- 5% discount on all products & services
Every 6 months
per pet · cancel anytime
Sign Up TodayNo hidden fees · No auto-renewal
Unlimited exams — it pays for itself in just a couple of visits
The people who care for your pets.
A compassionate, skilled team that treats every patient like family — backed by modern training and a deep love for animals.
Zack Gardenfors, DVM, MS
Veterinarian & Owner
Surgery, orthopedics & advanced diagnostics
Meet Dr. Zack
Susan Shaffer Sookram, DVM
Veterinarian
Cornell '13 · 10+ years of mixed & small animal practice
Meet Dr. SusanOur Clinical Support Team
A caring support crew who keep every visit calm, comfortable, and stress-free.
Designed with your pet's comfort in mind.
Step inside and explore — from calm exam rooms to our fully equipped lab and surgical suite. Every space is designed with your pet's care and comfort at the center.
- Calm, private exam rooms
- Fully equipped in-house laboratory
- Digital X-ray & ultrasound
- Modern surgical suite
601 E. Pioneer Ave. #102, Homer, AK 99603 — in the lower mall of the Kachemak Center, between Homer Animal Friends and Panama Reds off Heath St.
What your first visit looks like.
New client? See everything to bring and knowBook, call, or just walk in
Schedule online in about two minutes, give us a call, or stop by during open hours — no appointment needed to get started.
Bring what you have
Bring any records from your previous vet, or let us know before your appointment and we'll request them for you — so your pet's care isn't delayed.
Know the plan up front
Your first visit includes a full nose-to-tail exam, honest answers, and a clear written estimate before any treatment begins.
"The staff here are kind and Dr. Gardenfors saved my cat in an emergency."
Ivy Schultz
via Google Reviews
Pet care tips, straight from our family to yours.
Seasonal advice, parasite prevention reminders, and clinic news for life on the Lower Kenai Peninsula. No spam — just useful tips a few times a year.
We'd love to hear from you.
Call, text, or send a message — and we'll get back to you. For appointments, you can also book online anytime.
Homer, AK 99603
Hours
- Monday7:30 am – 5:30 pm
- Tuesday7:30 am – 5:30 pm
- Wednesday7:30 am – 5:30 pm
- Thursday7:30 am – 5:30 pm
- Friday7:30 am – 3:00 pm
- SaturdayClosed
- SundayClosed