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Established September 2, 1987
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Location
10387 E Cherry Bend Rd.
Traverse City, (MI)
USA 49684
Tel : 231-922-0500
Fax : 231-922-0161
Email : cbah@chartermi.net
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Travel Directions
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We're exactly 1/2 mile west of M 22 on the north side of the road.
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Hours
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Monday
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: 7:30 A.M. - 5:30 P.M.
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Tuesday
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: 7:30 A.M. - 8:00 P.M.
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Wednesday
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: 7:30 A.M. - 8:00 P.M.
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Thursday
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: 7:30 A.M. - 8:00 P.M.
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Friday
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: 7:30 A.M. - 5:30 P.M.
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Saturday
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: 8:00 A.M. - 12:00 P.M.
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Sunday
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: Closed
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Our hospital is closed from 11:30 A.M. untill 2:00 P.M. on Tuesdays for staff education.
For emergency service information, please call 231-922-0500.
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Description
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Our mission here at Cherry Bend Animal Hospital is to provide the highest quality care for our clients and patients at an affordable cost.
From surgery to basic nail clipping, we want to help ensure that your furry friend is as happy and healthy as can be.
The veterinarians here provide the highest quality care for our clients and patients at an affordable cost. They are highly skilled in diagnosis and are knowledgeable about the most advanced and best treatment methods available for your pet.
Cherry Bend Animal Hospital was founded in 1987 here in Traverse City and we have since then built our reputation as the finest veterinary clinic in the area. We are a full-service hospital that has an accreditation with the American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA). This accreditation means that we have met and surpassed numerous specifications to provide the utmost in service and care to you and your pet.
We know how much you care about your pet, because we care about them too. That is why we here at Cherry Bend Animal Hospital have always done our best to keep your pet healthy.
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Services
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Routine Examinations, Vaccinations, Dentistry, Indoor Boarding, General Surgery, Orthopedic Surgery, Euthanasia, Pet Cremation, Nutritional Counseling, Radiology, 24-hour Emergency Service, Pharmacy and Laboratory services, Senior Pet Care, Behavioral Counseling and Training, Endoscopy, Rhinoscopy
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Advanced Surgical Procedures
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Complete Companion Animal Care
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Complete Dental Care and X-Ray Services
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Puppy and Kitten Socialization Classes
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Small Animal Medicine and Surgery for Cats and Dogs
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Animals Treated
Staff Members
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Dr. Dan Aja
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Veterinarian/Owner
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Hi, I’m Dr. Dan and I am the medical director of Cherry Bend Animal Hospital. I am a graduate of the Michigan State University (MSU) College of Veterinary Medicine. After graduating from MSU, I completed a small animal surgery and medicine internship at Louisiana State University. In 1983, I became an associate surgeon with the Hollywood Animal Hospital in Hollywood, Florida, which is one of the largest, private, referral hospitals in the United States. I am also very active in organized veterinary medicine, currently serving on the board of the Michigan Veterinary Medical Association, the board of the American Animal Hospital Association, and I was just appointed by Governor Engler to the Michigan Board of Veterinary Medicine.
I am married to a wonderful person, my best friend, Rhonda. Without her love and dedication this hospital would never have become a reality. My wife and I currently have 5 dogs, 3 cats, and 1 horse. They serve as our surrogate children.
My most recent accomplishment was running in the New York City Marathon in 2000. I will run the Chicago Marathon in 2001, and the Boston Marathon in 2002.
I love working with your pets and because of our wonderful, animal loving staff, this job never seems like work!
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Rhonda Aja
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Hospital Manager/Owner
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Hi! My name is Rhonda Aja, and I am the Hospital Manager. I am from south Louisiana, and I have worked in the veterinary profession for 27 years now, and still love every moment of it! Twenty years ago, while working at the Louisiana State University’s Veterinary School, I met and married my best friend and the love of my life, Dan. After four years of planning, in 1987 Dan and I moved back to Traverse City in 1987 to be near his family and to open Cherry Bend Animal Hospital. I have a special interest in behavior medicine and modification, and hope to develop this area of our business and to help pets live long and happy lives with their owners.
Our family currently consists of five dogs (Cayenne, Gator, Deurvy, Beignet, and Shakes), three cats (Tommy, Janie, and Sterling), and a horse (Dixie). Many of you know our dogs, as they frequently keep company with our front desk ladies greeting clients. We lost two of our surrogate children two years ago – Bayou (our 16½ year old lab) and Creole (our 13 year old love bird), and we still miss them so very much.
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Dr. Jennifer Richmond
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Veterinarian
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My career as a Veterinarian began 6 years ago when I joined the Cherry Bend Animal Hospital family after graduating from MSU CVM in May of 1995.
I am a long-time resident of Traverse City and the majority of my family still resides here.
Outside veterinary medicine, I enjoy boating, skiing, reading, and spending time with family and friends.
Since starting at Cherry Bend Animal Hospital, I have adopted 5 wonderful animals, 3 dogs and 2 cats, who remind me daily why I chose to dedicate my life to this occupation.
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Dr. Leslie Littlefield
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Veterinarian
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I was born and raised in Traverse City.
In May of 2000, I graduated from MSU college of veterinary medicine & one week later I married my husband Jim. I practiced small animal medicine & surgery in Sparta MI near Grand Rapids for one year.
In July, 2001 my husband and I made the move back to Traverse City with our Welsh Corgi “Bea”.
I am very excited to be working in Traverse City and at Cherry Bend Animal Hospital.
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