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Your Trusted Veterinary Urgent Care in Knoxville
Knoxville Animal Clinic has been serving the Knoxville community since opening its doors, providing specialized after-hours emergency and urgent care for pets. Our team of experienced veterinarians and support staff is dedicated to delivering compassionate, high-quality medical attention during critical times. With extended weekday hours until midnight and weekend availability from 10 AM to 10 PM, we ensure timely access to essential veterinary services. Our facility is equipped to handle a wide range of urgent conditions, including trauma, ocular emergencies, toxin exposure, and painful conditions, while maintaining strong partnerships with local critical care facilities for advanced treatment when needed.We prioritize clear communication with pet owners, offering guidance and support throughout the care process. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our team's extensive experience, including board-certified professionals and specialists in various veterinary disciplines. We serve multiple neighborhoods including Bearden, Sequoyah Hills, and Cedar Bluff, establishing ourselves as a trusted resource for urgent pet healthcare needs in East Tennessee.
Services
Emergency Care
Urgent Treatment
Pet Boarding
Grooming Services
Vaccinations
Wellness Exams
Digital Radiology
Surgical Care
Senior Pet Care
Parasite Control
Highlights and features
- Our urgent care team includes board-certified veterinarians with specialized expertise
- We provide extended hours including weekday evenings until midnight
- We treat a wide range of urgent conditions including trauma and toxin exposure
- We maintain partnerships with local critical care facilities for advanced treatment
- Our team has decades of combined experience in veterinary emergency medicine
Services
Emergency Care
Our veterinary emergency care team provides immediate treatment for critical pet health issues including trauma, ocular emergencies, and toxin exposure. We operate extended weekday hours until midnight and weekend availability from 10 AM to 10 PM. Our facility is equipped to stabilize severe conditions and coordinate transfers to specialized care centers when necessary.
Pet Boarding
We offer secure boarding facilities for pets requiring temporary care. Our services include supervised housing, feeding, and basic health monitoring. All canine boarding guests must be vaccinated against canine influenza H3N2 and H3N8. Our staff provides regular updates to owners and maintains comfortable living conditions for all boarded animals.
Grooming Services
Our professional grooming services include bathing, brushing, nail trimming, and coat maintenance. We accommodate various pet sizes and coat types with experienced groomers. All grooming clients must meet our vaccination requirements. Our team ensures safe handling and provides personalized grooming plans to maintain your pet's hygiene and comfort.
Wellness Exams
We conduct comprehensive wellness examinations to assess your pet's overall health. These evaluations include physical assessments, vaccination updates, and preventive care recommendations. Our veterinarians perform routine blood work and diagnostic testing to detect potential health issues early. We provide tailored wellness plans based on your pet's age, breed, and medical history.
Digital Radiology
Our digital radiology services enable rapid diagnostic imaging for internal injuries and health conditions. This technology supports accurate diagnosis of fractures, foreign objects, and organ abnormalities. We use advanced imaging equipment to minimize radiation exposure while maintaining high-resolution results. Our veterinarians interpret all radiographs in-house for immediate treatment decisions.
People
Kristi Lively
Veterinarian
Dr. Lively graduated from University of Tennessee College of Veterinary Medicine and completed a competitive internship in Small Animal Medicine. She is a Diplomat of the American Board of Veterinary Practitioners specializing in Canine and Feline practice. With over 25 years of experience, she focuses on senior pet care and critical care.
Adele Mays
Veterinarian
Dr. Mays graduated first in her class from University of Tennessee College of Veterinary Medicine. She received multiple academic awards and specializes in radiology and ultrasonography. With over 30 years of experience, she brings expertise in advanced diagnostic imaging techniques to our veterinary team.
Tinsley Youmans
Veterinarian
Dr. Youmans earned her DVM and MPH from University of Tennessee. She specializes in internal medicine and chronic disease management. With over 15 years in practice, she serves on the Tennessee Board of Veterinary Medical Examiners and teaches fourth-year veterinary students in clinical settings.
Brittany Bible
Veterinarian
Dr. Bible graduated from Lincoln Memorial University College of Veterinary Medicine. She transitioned from general practice to emergency medicine, bringing 5 years of specialized ER experience. Her focus includes urgent care treatment and client communication during critical pet health situations.
Jeff C
Clinic Manager
Jeff brings clinical expertise from human healthcare to veterinary management. He oversees daily operations and serves as our IT specialist. With over 10 years in veterinary practice management, he ensures smooth clinic operations and maintains our electronic health record systems.
Questions
What are your urgent care hours?
We're open Monday-Friday from 4 PM until midnight and weekends from 10 AM to 10 PM for urgent care services.
What emergency services do you provide?
We treat trauma, ocular emergencies, toxin exposure, limping, foreign body ingestion, vomiting, and painful conditions requiring immediate attention.
Do you offer regular veterinary services?
We focus on urgent care during our extended hours, but our affiliated Knoxville Animal Clinic provides full-service veterinary care during regular business hours.
What boarding requirements do you have?
All canine boarding guests must be vaccinated against canine influenza H3N2 and H3N8. Please contact us for specific boarding requirements and reservations.
How do I reach emergency care after hours?
For emergencies outside our urgent care hours, contact Animal Emergency and Specialty Center at 865-693-4440 or UT Veterinary Medical Center at 865-974-8387.
What areas do you serve?
We serve Bearden, Sequoyah Hills, Westmoreland, Cedar Bluff, Rocky Hill, Holston Hills, Fort Sanders, and surrounding Knoxville areas.
