North Shore Veterinary Hospital

North Shore Veterinary Hospital Full service veterinary hospital serving the greater Duluth, MN communities. We listen to you. We help you. We guide you.

North Shore Veterinary Hospital knows that veterinary medicine must begin with empathy. It must begin with understanding what your pet means to you, understanding the relationship you share, and understanding how we can best make a difference in your life. And every single thing we do is about making a difference in the life you share with the pet you love so much. We are a passionate team of animal lovers who just happen to be exceptionally talented veterinary professionals.

08/21/2025

If your pet is licking, chewing, or scratching more than usual, schedule a visit to prevent hotspots.

Hotspots are painful skin infections that can spread quickly if untreated. Learn what causes them—like moisture, allergies, and flea bites—and how you can reduce your pet’s risk.

Today is National Check the Chip Day!Microchips are a safe and effective way to help reunite lost pets with their owners...
08/15/2025

Today is National Check the Chip Day!

Microchips are a safe and effective way to help reunite lost pets with their owners, but they only work if the information is current. If your pet has a microchip, please make sure that the address and contact data associated with it is up-to-date for your pet!

If you’re unsure if your pet has a microchip or if you don’t know their number, you can bring them to a veterinary practice or shelter (that includes us!) to have them scanned. The AAHA website below has a microchip search where you can enter their chip number and be directed to the company/brand of the microchip!
https://www.aaha.org/for-veterinary-professionals/microchip-search/

If you want to get your pet microchipped, give us a call at (218) 525-1937 to make an appointment!

08/14/2025

Know the difference between urgent care and emergency services before a crisis happens.

Some pet health concerns need immediate attention, but not every situation requires the ER. Understanding where to go and when can save time, money, and stress during urgent moments.

Meet Kim Koerner, Regional Director of Operations at Lakefield Veterinary Group, a longstanding leader at Lakefield.Star...
08/08/2025

Meet Kim Koerner, Regional Director of Operations at Lakefield Veterinary Group, a longstanding leader at Lakefield.

Starting as a CVT over 40 years ago, Kim’s journey has taken her from the treatment floor to leading hospitals across multiple states. Her leadership style? Rooted in empathy, positivity, and respect for each hospital’s unique culture.

“I’ve had to make tough calls, but I hope people remember me as a kind, caring leader - someone who made their practice better, not just operationally, but emotionally too.”

📖 Read Kim’s full story and the legacy she’s building: https://bit.ly/4m4jSQl

When you let the doctor take the selfie 🤳🏼😊Huge thanks to Lincoln Memorial University and the SAVMA students for having ...
08/07/2025

When you let the doctor take the selfie 🤳🏼😊

Huge thanks to Lincoln Memorial University and the SAVMA students for having Dr. Darren Taul kick off your first day with a talk on “Opportunities in Vet Med”! He covered everything from AVMA and SAVMA to practice ownership, mixed practice, VMG, AAHA, and of course - Lakefield externships and career opportunities. He promises that next time he will work on his selfie technique.

08/07/2025

Book your pet’s annual wellness visit today to stay ahead of preventable health issues.

Routine checkups are key to keeping your pet healthy at every age. They allow your vet to detect early signs of illness, provide tailored care, and make sure your pet is staying on track with vaccines, dental health, and more.

We’re excited to welcome a phenomenal group of veterinarians who have recently joined our hospital teams across the coun...
08/01/2025

We’re excited to welcome a phenomenal group of veterinarians who have recently joined our hospital teams across the country! 🐾💙

These doctors bring diverse experience, fresh perspectives, and a shared passion for compassionate, high-quality veterinary care. From emergency medicine and equine practice to specialty surgery and small-animal wellness, they’re already making a difference in the lives of pets and the people who love them.

👏 Please join us in giving a warm welcome to:

- Dr. Nate VanDenTop – All Creatures Veterinary Clinic
- Dr. Natalia Sachs – Mountain View Veterinary Hospital
- Dr. Robin Reese – Puget Sound Veterinary Specialty & Emergency
- Dr. Ryan Swanson – Bellevue Veterinary Emergency + Specialty
- Dr. Amy Zug – Wilderness Animal Hospital
- Dr. Shannon Fehrenbach – Kingsland Blvd Animal Clinic
- Dr. Julia Hartmann – Hillcrest Animal Hospital
- Dr. Jahar Bose – Bellevue Veterinary Emergency + Specialty
- Dr. Hannah Gordon – Catlett Animal Hospital & Compassion Animal Hospital
- Dr. Shannon Russell – Waller Equine Hospital
- Dr. Emma Beans – Rockford Road Animal Hospital
- Dr. Kaitlyn Morey – Blaine Central Veterinary Clinic
- Dr. Chloe Adams – Inver Grove Heights Animal Hospital
- Dr. Maifiza Momin – All Pets Animal Hospital

We’re thrilled to have you all on board. Welcome to the team! 💚

We’re all ears when it comes to your feedback! Whether your pet’s tail was wagging or purring with joy, we want to hear ...
08/01/2025

We’re all ears when it comes to your feedback! Whether your pet’s tail was wagging or purring with joy, we want to hear about your experience. Your review helps us provide the best care for pets in our community!

📝 Tell us how we did: https://bit.ly/NSVGBReview

🚨 New Hospital Alert! 🚨We’re excited to welcome All Care Animal Hospital to the Lakefield family! Located in Minneola, F...
07/29/2025

🚨 New Hospital Alert! 🚨

We’re excited to welcome All Care Animal Hospital to the Lakefield family! Located in Minneola, Florida, this talented team takes care of pets in Lake County and beyond.

To kick things off, we hit up Ax-Caliber for some axe throwing and laser target shooting. This crew knows how to have fun (one of our core values!), and we’re excited to have them on board. Welcome, All Care - we’re so glad you’re here! 💙

Whether it's a goofy photo like Oliver (the scholarly orange cat with glasses) or a crisp professional photoshoot like R...
07/28/2025

Whether it's a goofy photo like Oliver (the scholarly orange cat with glasses) or a crisp professional photoshoot like Rey (the gorgeous husky), we love to see your pet pictures!

Which pet profile picture is your favorite?

If you haven't downloaded our app already, you can find it here: https://myvet.link/north-shore-veterinary-hospital/

Veterinary Assistant Appreciation Week: Day 5
07/25/2025

Veterinary Assistant Appreciation Week: Day 5

Veterinary Assistant Appreciation Week: Day 4
07/24/2025

Veterinary Assistant Appreciation Week: Day 4

Veterinary Assistant Appreciation Week: Day 3
07/23/2025

Veterinary Assistant Appreciation Week: Day 3

Thank you to everyone who stopped by our booth at ACVIM! We loved connecting with you, swapping stories, and talking abo...
07/18/2025

Thank you to everyone who stopped by our booth at ACVIM! We loved connecting with you, swapping stories, and talking about the future of veterinary medicine. See you next year — and until then, let’s keep raising the bar for the pets and people we serve.

When our out-of-town team members visit, it’s a good excuse to snap a photo. Here’s the crew at this month’s Pupdate at ...
07/17/2025

When our out-of-town team members visit, it’s a good excuse to snap a photo. Here’s the crew at this month’s Pupdate at our Kent, WA headquarters — catching up, sharing ideas, and making a few good (bad) dad jokes.

Washington DC, here we come! Catch Lakefield Veterinary Group at Booth #1344 at the AVMA Convention this weekend!Stop b...
07/15/2025

Washington DC, here we come! Catch Lakefield Veterinary Group at Booth #1344 at the AVMA Convention this weekend!

Stop by our booth to:
● Chat with our recruiting team about career opportunities
● Donate to Frankie's Friends
● Enter for a chance to WIN a trip with World Vets and your very own blue-footed b***y stuffy
● Meet Hamish, the Gentle Giant Leonberger

Plus, don't miss the Career Mix & Mingle on Friday! See you in the capital.

😼 Gus reporting for duty at Token Creek Veterinary Clinic! During his exam, he hopped right in to help Dr. Covington and...
07/14/2025

😼 Gus reporting for duty at Token Creek Veterinary Clinic! During his exam, he hopped right in to help Dr. Covington and Laurie complete his exam notes—clearly making sure his chart said “extremely handsome” and “treats required daily.” We’re pretty sure he’s gunning for Employee of the Month! 🐾🖋️

Help Animals Impacted by the Texas Flooding 🐾💙 The recent flooding in Texas has displaced countless families and their p...
07/09/2025

Help Animals Impacted by the Texas Flooding 🐾💙

The recent flooding in Texas has displaced countless families and their pets. Kerrville Pets Alive is working tirelessly to rescue, shelter, reunite, and care for animals affected by this disaster — but they can’t do it alone.

We’ve set up a fundraiser through our Instagram and pages, and 100% of the funds will go directly to Kerrville Pets Alive to help provide food, medical care, and safe shelter for pets in crisis.

To amplify your impact, Lakefield Veterinary Group will match donations dollar-for-dollar, up to $10,000. Your gift will go twice as far to help animals who need us most. Please share!

To learn more about Kerrville Pets Alive, visit https://kerrvillepetsalive.com.

07/04/2025

🎆 Fireworks can be fun for us — but scary for our pets! Here are five quick tips to help keep your furry family members safe and calm this Fourth of July:
• Make sure your pet’s ID tags and microchip info are up to date
• Take them for a long walk or play session during the day
• Double-check that your yard and fence are secure
• Turn on the TV or radio to help drown out the fireworks noise
• Stay home if you can — your comfort matters most to them

A little planning goes a long way. Wishing you and your pets a safe, relaxing holiday — enjoy the BBQs, fireworks (from a distance!), and time with family and friends! 🇺🇸🌭

💡Student Ambassador Spotlight 💡Meet Max, a Michigan State veterinary student passionate about exotic animal care and reh...
07/02/2025

💡Student Ambassador Spotlight 💡
Meet Max, a Michigan State veterinary student passionate about exotic animal care and rehab medicine! When he's not studying, you’ll find him hosting board game nights, hanging with his cat and blue-tongued skink, or catching a movie. Future day-one vet in the making! 🦎

💡Student Ambassador Spotlight! 💡Meet Sydney, a proud Minnesotan and DVM candidate at the University of Minnesota College...
06/25/2025

💡Student Ambassador Spotlight! 💡

Meet Sydney, a proud Minnesotan and DVM candidate at the University of Minnesota College of Veterinary Medicine, Class of 2026! 🎓 She’s passionate about community and preventative care for both small animals and horses. When she’s not studying, you’ll find her camping, biking, snowboarding, or chilling with her orange cat, Gouda. Thanks for being one of our student ambassadors!

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6001 E Superior Street
Duluth, MN
55804

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 6pm
Tuesday 8am - 6pm
Wednesday 8am - 6pm
Thursday 8am - 6pm
Friday 8am - 5:30pm

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+12185251937

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AAHA-Accredited

Our hospital has served the Duluth area for over 65 years. We have been fully accredited with the American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA) since 1979—a standard that only 12% to 15% of the hospitals in the country have achieved.