Bay Area Pet Hospital, Traverse City Michigan

Bay Area Pet Hospital, Traverse City Michigan Proud to serve our community as Northern Michigan's First & Only 24/7 Emergency Veterinary Clinic. You can also follow us on Twitter!

Bay Area Pet Hospital is proud to serve our community as its first and only Emergency Veterinary Clinic. We are open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week including weekends and holidays. We are also available for routine services and offer round-the-clock monitoring of our inpatients by a highly-trained clinical staff member. Our team is committed to providing the very best care for your pet and to ensur

ing that your experience at our facility exceeds all of your expectations. For more information, please call our office or visit our website.

Wait… how is July already over?! ☀️🐾We hope this month has been filled with muddy paws, wagging tails, lazy cat naps, la...
07/30/2026

Wait… how is July already over?! ☀️🐾

We hope this month has been filled with muddy paws, wagging tails, lazy cat naps, lake days, and plenty of memories with your favorite furry friends.

As we head into August, don’t forget to slow down and enjoy the little moments—they’re often the best ones. ❤️

And if summer adventures don’t go quite as planned, our emergency team is here for your pets 24/7.

07/29/2026

POV: When the belly scratches hit just the right spot. 😌🐶 This sweet guy made himself right at home, enjoying every second of some much-needed belly scratches during his visit. ❤️

Looking Beyond the Surface: The Power of Ultrasound 🩺🐾When your pet isn’t feeling well, the answers aren’t always visibl...
07/23/2026

Looking Beyond the Surface: The Power of Ultrasound 🩺🐾

When your pet isn’t feeling well, the answers aren’t always visible from the outside. That’s where ultrasound can make a big difference.

Unlike X-rays, which are excellent for looking at bones and the size or shape of organs, ultrasound allows us to see your pet’s organs in real time. It gives our veterinary team a closer look at the liver, kidneys, spleen, bladder, intestines, and other abdominal organs to help identify problems that may not appear on radiographs alone.

An ultrasound can help us evaluate:
🐾 Abnormal masses or tumors
🐾 Fluid within the abdomen or chest
🐾 Changes to the liver, kidneys, spleen, and other organs
🐾 Bladder stones or urinary issues
🐾 Gastrointestinal problems such as blockages or inflammation
🐾 Pregnancy and fetal health

For many sick or injured pets, ultrasound is a valuable, non-invasive tool that helps us gather the information needed to make an accurate diagnosis and create the best treatment plan.

At Bay Area Pet Hospital, we’re here 24/7 with advanced diagnostic tools to help uncover what’s making your pet sick—because the sooner we find answers, the sooner we can start helping them feel better. ❤️

Diagnosis: 100% adorable. 🐾 This tiny patient arrived in a laundry basket and made it very clear that it was the preferr...
07/22/2026

Diagnosis: 100% adorable. 🐾

This tiny patient arrived in a laundry basket and made it very clear that it was the preferred place to relax while our team cared for them. Safe, cozy, and completely content.❤️

This last week, we celebrated the retirement of Dr. David LaVigne and we thank him for the incredible impact he has made...
07/18/2026

This last week, we celebrated the retirement of Dr. David LaVigne and we thank him for the incredible impact he has made throughout his veterinary career.

Since graduating with honors from Michigan State University College of Veterinary Medicine in 1979, Dr. LaVigne has dedicated decades to caring for animals in private practice, emergency medicine, and even while sailing through the Caribbean helping pets aboard cruising vessels. He is also the author of the guide Where There Is No Pet Doctor.

Thank you, Dr. LaVigne, for the lasting impact you’ve made on countless pets, families, and colleagues. ❤️ Please join us in wishing Dr. LaVigne a happy and well-deserved retirement filled with travel, adventure, and time with family. 💙⚓🐾

Smoky skies aren’t just uncomfortable for us—they can affect our pets too.With the ongoing Canadian wildfires impacting ...
07/17/2026

Smoky skies aren’t just uncomfortable for us—they can affect our pets too.

With the ongoing Canadian wildfires impacting air quality across Northern Michigan, it’s important to remember that dogs and cats can also feel the effects of smoke.

Poor air quality can irritate your pet’s eyes and airways, making it harder for them to breathe. Pets with heart disease, asthma or other respiratory conditions, senior pets, young puppies and kittens, and flat-faced breeds like Bulldogs, Pugs, and Persian cats may be especially sensitive.

🐾 During smoky conditions, we recommend:
• Keep outdoor walks and playtime short.
• Bring pets indoors as much as possible.
• Keep windows closed and run air conditioning or an air purifier if available.
• Make sure fresh water is always accessible.
• Avoid strenuous exercise until air quality improves.

Watch for signs such as:
🐶 Coughing or wheezing
🐱 Difficulty breathing or rapid breathing
👀 Red or watery eyes
😴 Lethargy or decreased activity
🤢 Loss of appetite

If your pet is having trouble breathing or you notice any of these symptoms, don’t wait to seek veterinary care.

Our team at Bay Area Pet Hospital is here 24/7 to care for pets when they need us most. Stay safe, stay indoors when possible, and give your furry family members a little extra TLC while the smoke lingers. ❤️

🌡️ The heat is no joke.With the recent stretch of hot weather in Northern Michigan, we’ve seen an increase in dogs comin...
07/16/2026

🌡️ The heat is no joke.

With the recent stretch of hot weather in Northern Michigan, we’ve seen an increase in dogs coming through our doors suffering from heat stroke—and it can become life-threatening in a matter of minutes.

Signs of heat stroke include:
🐾 Excessive panting
🐾 Bright red or pale gums
🐾 Weakness or collapse
🐾 Vomiting or diarrhea
🐾 Excessive drooling
🐾 Confusion or difficulty walking

The best treatment is prevention:
☀️ Walk during the cooler morning or evening hours.
💧 Always provide fresh water and shade.
🚗 Never leave your pet in a parked vehicle—even for a few minutes.
🐶 Remember that brachycephalic breeds, senior pets, overweight pets, and those with underlying medical conditions are at an even greater risk.

If you think your pet may be experiencing heat stroke, seek veterinary care immediately. Quick action can make all the difference.

Let’s help keep our pets safe so they can enjoy summer right alongside us. ❤️

FOUND young adult male neutered grey tabby. Found July 15th on Yuba Rd., near Sayler Rd. in Williamsburg, MI. Please cal...
07/16/2026

FOUND young adult male neutered grey tabby. Found July 15th on Yuba Rd., near Sayler Rd. in Williamsburg, MI. Please call 231-922-0911.

🧦🦆 Oliver had quite the surprise waiting for us!This sweet pup came to see our team after swallowing a sock. After induc...
07/15/2026

🧦🦆 Oliver had quite the surprise waiting for us!

This sweet pup came to see our team after swallowing a sock. After inducing vomiting in hopes of retrieving it, Oliver had another surprise in store… out came a fully intact stuffed duck toy too! 😳

We’re happy to report both unexpected souvenirs were recovered, and Oliver is back to feeling much better! 💙

Puppies are experts at finding things they shouldn’t eat, so if you ever suspect your pet has swallowed something unusual, don’t wait to have them evaluated. Sometimes the biggest surprises are the ones you never knew were there!

Some partnerships go far beyond working together—and we’re lucky to have one of those.A huge thank you to the incredible...
07/11/2026

Some partnerships go far beyond working together—and we’re lucky to have one of those.

A huge thank you to the incredible team at Trusted Journey Pet Memorial Services – Traverse City for stopping by with pizza and donuts for our staff over the Fourth of July weekend. 🍕🍩 It was such a thoughtful surprise, and it certainly brightened a busy holiday for our entire team.

While we meet families during very different moments of their pets’ journeys, we share the same goal: treating every pet with compassion, dignity, and respect. Knowing there is a team like Trusted Journey continuing that level of care means the world to us and to the families we serve.

Thank you for your generosity, your unwavering compassion, and for being such an important part of our community. We are grateful to work alongside you every day. ❤️🐾

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844 E Front Street
Traverse City, MI
49686

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+12319220911

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