Business Details
39 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Your Trusted Hermiston Veterinarians for Small & Large Animal Care
Country Animal Hospital is a mixed animal practice dedicated to providing comprehensive veterinary care for companion animals, livestock, and equine in Hermiston, Oregon. With over four decades of combined experience, our team offers consultations, exams, surgery, dentistry, and preventative care tailored to each pet's unique needs. We prioritize proactive health management through customized examination plans, vaccine protocols, and lab testing schedules.Our services extend to emergency care, laser therapy, cremation, and boarding, ensuring holistic support for animals and their families. We maintain strong partnerships with pet owners to maximize their companions' quality of life while offering farm calls and specialized large animal care.
Services
Small Animal Care
Large Animal Services
Laser Therapy
Cremation Services
Boarding Facilities
Equine Dentistry
Farm Calls
Vaccination Programs
Details
- Year established: 1987
Highlights and features
- We have 40 years of veterinary experience serving Hermiston families
- We offer comprehensive care for both small and large animals
- Our emergency services operate after regular business hours
- We create personalized preventative care plans for each pet
- Our team includes experienced professionals with multi-generational expertise
What people say
Experienced veterinarians
Compassionate care
Comprehensive services
Reliable emergency care
Knowledgeable staff
Services
Small Animal Care
We provide comprehensive medical care for dogs and cats including routine exams, vaccinations, surgical procedures, and dental care. Our services include microchipping, in-house blood work, and radiology diagnostics. We specialize in creating customized preventative care plans to maintain optimal pet health.
Large Animal Services
Our practice offers veterinary care for horses, cows, goats, and sheep with farm calls, lameness exams, and pre-purchase evaluations. We provide castration procedures, equine dentistry, and mobile diagnostic capabilities. Our team handles both routine care and emergency situations for large animals.
Laser Therapy
We utilize advanced laser therapy technology to treat pain, inflammation, and soft tissue injuries in animals. This non-invasive treatment accelerates healing for conditions like arthritis, post-surgical recovery, and musculoskeletal injuries. Our therapy sessions follow strict veterinary protocols for animal comfort and safety.
Cremation Services
We offer compassionate cremation services for pets with options for private or communal cremation. Our staff provides support during difficult times with respectful handling of remains. We maintain proper facilities and procedures to ensure dignified care for animals at all life stages.
Emergency Care
We provide after-hours emergency veterinary services for urgent medical situations. Our team maintains on-call availability for critical care needs including trauma, poisoning, and acute illnesses. Emergency contact information is available for immediate assistance outside regular business hours.
People
Dr. James Burgess
Owner/Veterinarian
Dr. Burgess has practiced veterinary medicine for 40 years and owned Country Animal Hospital since 1987. He graduated from Washington State University's veterinary program and brings extensive experience in mixed animal care to our practice.
Desiree Burgess
Financial Manager
Desiree has worked at Country Animal Hospital since 1994, managing financial operations while supporting various hospital functions. She brings over 25 years of institutional knowledge and community connection to our team.
Chelsie Filippi
Office Manager
Chelsie has been with Country Animal Hospital since 1996, managing accounting and supply operations from our home office. She balances administrative responsibilities with direct patient care support through her veterinary assistant experience.
Questions
What types of animals do you treat?
We treat both small animals like dogs and cats, as well as large animals including horses, cows, goats, and sheep.
Do you offer emergency veterinary services?
Yes, we provide after-hours emergency care. Call our emergency line at 541-567-6086 for urgent situations.
What are your regular business hours?
We're open Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. We're closed on weekends except for emergency cases.
Do you offer pet cremation services?
Yes, we provide both private and communal pet cremation options with respectful handling of remains.
