Business Details
30 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Trusted Veterinarian Services in Lancaster, PA
Harrisburg Pike Animal Hospital has provided comprehensive veterinary care since October 1, 1996, serving Lancaster, PA and surrounding communities. Our facility features two exam rooms, a surgery suite, x-ray capabilities, and a boarding facility with 25 dog runs and 15 cat cages. We specialize in preventative care, diagnostics, and treatment for cats, dogs, rabbits, ferrets, guinea pigs, rats, reptiles, and birds. Our experienced team, led by Dr.Jeff Pendleton, combines decades of expertise with compassionate care to ensure pets receive the highest quality medical services. We maintain rigorous health standards, including mandatory vaccination protocols and 24/7 emergency referral services through PETS. Our commitment to continuous improvement is demonstrated through in-house laboratory capabilities and digital radiology for accurate diagnostics.
Services
Boarding
Preventative Care
In-house Laboratory
In-house Radiology
Spay/Neuter
Dental Services
Vaccinations
Parasite Screening
Microchipping
Exotic Animal Care
Details
- Year established: 1996
Highlights and features
- We offer 24/7 emergency veterinary services through PETS (Pet Emergency and Specialties)
- Our in-house laboratory provides rapid diagnostic results for faster treatment decisions
- We care for exotic animals including reptiles, birds, and small mammals
- Our team includes experienced professionals with over 25 years of combined veterinary expertise
- We maintain strict health protocols with mandatory vaccination requirements for boarding
Services
Boarding Services
Our boarding facility offers safe, comfortable accommodations for pets with 25 runs for dogs and 15 cages for cats. We provide bedding, dishes, and dry food at no extra cost while maintaining strict health protocols including vaccination requirements. Our facility maintains specific check-in/check-out hours to ensure proper care for all boarded animals.
Preventative Care
We offer comprehensive wellness checkups that include physical examinations, vaccination administration, and diagnostic testing. Our preventative care services cover heart and lung evaluations, dental checks, weight monitoring, and parasite screening for dogs, cats, and exotic animals to detect potential health issues early.
In-house Laboratory
Our in-house laboratory provides rapid diagnostic capabilities for blood work, urinalysis, and parasite screening. This enables immediate analysis of ear cultures, skin conditions, and internal organ health, allowing for timely treatment decisions and improved patient outcomes through faster diagnostic results.
In-house Radiology
Our digital radiology suite enables accurate diagnosis of internal conditions including foreign bodies, masses, and bone abnormalities. The technology supports early disease detection and treatment planning for skeletal deformities, organ changes, and urinary crystals in small animals and exotic pets.
Surgical Services
We perform various surgical procedures including spay/neuter operations, lumpectomies, and dental extractions. All surgical patients require up-to-date vaccinations, and our facility maintains sterile conditions with pre-anesthetic bloodwork capabilities to ensure patient safety during procedures.
People
Dr. Jeff Pendleton
Veterinarian
Dr. Pendleton graduated from Minnesota College of Veterinary Medicine in 1989 and established Harrisburg Pike Animal Hospital in 1996. With over 30 years of veterinary experience, he provides expert care for small animals and exotic pets while maintaining active involvement in continuing education.
Diana Pendleton
Veterinary Student
Diana is currently attending the University of Minnesota's veterinary program. She assists with patient care while completing her veterinary education, bringing fresh perspectives and developing expertise in small animal medicine and emergency care.
Jessica Urban
Office Manager
Jessica has managed hospital operations since 2000, bringing extensive animal care experience from her family farm background. She coordinates patient services and manages Your Place or Mine Pet Sitting, Inc., demonstrating commitment to comprehensive pet care solutions.
Kate
Veterinary Technician
Kate has served as a veterinary technician for over 25 years while pursuing professional certification. Her long-term experience includes managing exotic animal care and providing technical support during medical procedures, contributing to the hospital's high-quality patient services.
Brittany
Veterinary Technician
Brittany joined the team in 2022 after gaining experience at a dog rescue organization. She specializes in exotic animal care and provides technical support for diagnostic procedures, bringing expertise in reptile and avian medicine to complement our comprehensive veterinary services.
Questions
What emergency services do you offer after hours?
For after-hours emergencies, we refer patients to PETS (Pet Emergency and Specialties) at (717) 295-7387 for immediate veterinary care.
What are your boarding requirements for pets?
All boarding pets must be vaccinated, flea-free, and have proof of vaccination. Cats require FIV/FeLV negative status, and dogs must have current collars.
Do you care for exotic animals?
Yes, we treat rabbits, ferrets, guinea pigs, rats, reptiles, and birds with specialized care from our experienced veterinary team.
What diagnostic services are available onsite?
We offer in-house laboratory testing, digital radiology, and parasite screening for rapid diagnosis and treatment planning.
What are your office hours?
We're open Monday-Friday 8:00am-7:00pm, Saturday 9:00am-12:00pm, with boarding hours slightly different from regular office hours.
