Business Details
40 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Your Trusted Veterinarian in Lebanon, MO
Howerton Animal Hospital has served the Lebanon, Missouri community since 1986, providing comprehensive veterinary care for pets and large animals. Founded by Dr. Tina Howerton and Dr. Steven Howerton, our practice combines decades of experience with a commitment to compassionate, family-centered care. We prioritize preventive medicine, nutrition, and client education to ensure pets live healthy, active lives. Our facility offers medical, surgical, and dental services alongside emergency care during normal business hours.For large animals, Dr. Steve provides both clinic-based and on-farm treatment. We maintain cutting-edge veterinary technology while emphasizing the human-animal bond that makes pet ownership so meaningful. Our team strives to create a welcoming, stress-free environment for pets and owners alike, offering resources to support lifelong pet wellness.
Services
Pet Exams
Vaccinations
Emergency Care
Surgical Procedures
Dental Care
Large Animal Services
Preventive Medicine
Mobile Veterinary Visits
Details
- Year established: 1986
Highlights and features
- Veterinarians with 35+ years of local experience treating pets and farm animals
- Emergency care available during regular business hours
- Full-service hospital offering medical, surgical, and dental treatments
- Specialized mobile veterinary service for large animals
- Emphasis on preventive care and client education
What people say
High level of knowledge
Good vet
Successful practice
Compassionate care
Personalized attention
Services
Pet Exams
Comprehensive wellness exams assess pets' health through physical evaluation, weight monitoring, and early disease detection. Our veterinarians examine eyes, ears, teeth, skin, and organ systems to maintain optimal pet health. Regular checkups help establish baseline wellness metrics for aging pets.
Vaccinations
Core and elective vaccinations protect pets against common infectious diseases. We tailor vaccine schedules to individual risk factors based on age, lifestyle, and local disease prevalence. Our team explains each vaccine's purpose and recommended frequency during wellness visits.
Emergency Care
We handle urgent medical situations during business hours, including trauma, poisoning, and acute illness. Our facility maintains emergency equipment for stabilization while coordinating after-hours care with Southwest Emergency Clinic. Immediate assessment prioritizes critical patient needs.
Surgical Procedures
Routine and complex surgeries performed using modern anesthetic monitoring and pain management. Services include spaying/neutering, mass removals, orthopedic repairs, and soft tissue procedures. Preoperative bloodwork ensures surgical safety for pets of all ages.
Large Animal Services
Dr. Steve Howerton provides comprehensive veterinary care for horses, cattle, and other farm animals. Services include herd health management, reproductive exams, and on-farm treatment. Mobile equipment enables diagnostic imaging and field surgeries at client locations.
People
Dr. Tina Howerton
Veterinarian
Graduated from University of Missouri-Columbia with BS Ag and DVM degrees. Specializes in small animal medicine and surgery. Practicing in Lebanon since 1986, emphasizing preventive care and strengthening human-pet bonds through personalized treatment plans.
Dr. Steven Howerton
Large Animal Veterinarian
University of Missouri-Columbia graduate with BS in Dairy Science. Focuses on equine and livestock health since 1986. Provides mobile veterinary services for farm animals while maintaining clinic-based care for complex cases requiring specialized equipment.
Questions
What are your emergency care hours?
We provide emergency treatment during regular business hours. After hours, contact Southwest Emergency Clinic in Springfield at 417-890-1600 for urgent pet care needs.
What types of animals do you treat?
We care for dogs, cats, cattle, equine, and small farm animals. Our services include both companion pet care and specialized large animal veterinary treatment.
Do you offer payment plans?
Yes, we partner with ScratchPay to provide flexible payment options for veterinary services. Apply online at www.ScratchPay.com for approved financing.
Are vaccinations included in wellness exams?
Vaccinations are billed separately from wellness exams. Our veterinarians recommend core vaccines based on each pet's specific health needs and lifestyle factors.
How do I schedule an appointment?
Call us at (417) 532-3811 during business hours to schedule appointments for pets or large animals. Our computerized system helps minimize wait times for scheduled visits.