Madison Veterinary Hospital contact, map, hours, appointments, boarding, grooming, portal, and pet care help
Madison Veterinary Hospital is a veterinary hospital at 1605 Hughes Rd, Madison, AL 35758. The main phone number is 256-837-9171, and the hospital provides veterinary care, boarding, grooming, urgent-care guidance, online pharmacy access, patient forms, and a pet portal for records and refills.
This guide is built for pet owners who need more than a thin directory listing. It explains how to call, book, prepare for a first visit, use the portal, handle emergencies, board a dog or cat, request prescriptions, understand payments, and verify the correct Madison location.
This guide covers the Madison, Alabama hospital at 1605 Hughes Rd, not similarly named clinics in Ohio, Connecticut, Michigan, or Georgia.
Madison, AL 35758. Use this for GPS, rideshare, appointment paperwork, forms, and pet records.
Use for appointments, urgent guidance, boarding, grooming, food, prescriptions, and general questions.
Useful for medical records from another veterinarian, emergency hospital, specialist, groomer, boarding provider, or insurer.
Services include wellness, diagnostics, advanced care, surgery, urgent care, boarding, grooming, and Unleashed Dog Camp.
The portal supports medical reminders, prescriptions, appointments, records access, and refill requests.
Start here: choose the right Madison Veterinary Hospital action
Use this table before calling, driving, filling forms, requesting refills, or arranging boarding.
| Your need | Best action | Prepare first |
|---|---|---|
| Routine exam or vaccine visit | Call 256-837-9171 or use the online appointment page. | Pet name, age, species, vaccine history, prior clinic, medications, and preferred visit window. |
| New patient first visit | Book ahead and complete the relevant new-client or patient-history form. | Adoption or purchase records, existing medical history, medication and supplement list, food brand, feeding schedule, and questions. |
| Sick or injured pet during business hours | Call the hospital before arrival so the team can guide the next step. | Symptoms, start time, breathing status, toxin risk, appetite, bathroom changes, photos, videos, and current medications. |
| After-hours emergency | Use Huntsville Veterinary Specialists & Emergency or Madison Veterinary Emergency. | Recent records, medication names, pet insurance details, safe carrier or leash, and symptom timeline. |
| Boarding request | Call ahead and confirm vaccine requirements, check-in time, diet, medications, and special needs. | Rabies, required species vaccines, medication bottles, feeding directions, emergency contact, and pet-care instructions. |
| Prescription refill | Use the PetPage portal, online food and meds store, prescription refill form, or phone line. | Medication name, strength, dose, remaining supply, refill urgency, and pharmacy or shipping preference. |
| Medical records or vaccine proof | Use the pet portal or ask the front desk to help with records. | Pet name, owner name, date range, receiving clinic, fax/email, and reason for the request. |
Madison Veterinary Hospital contact information and current hours
Confirm holiday schedules before time-sensitive visits, boarding drop-offs, refills, or urgent-care decisions.
| Contact item | Current detail | Use it for |
|---|---|---|
| Clinic name | Madison Veterinary Hospital | Appointments, records, referrals, boarding, grooming, pharmacy, and insurance documentation. |
| Address | 1605 Hughes Rd, Madison, AL 35758 | GPS, rideshare, map routing, first-visit forms, records transfer, and pet insurance forms. |
| Main phone | 256-837-9171 | Appointments, sick-pet guidance, boarding, grooming, food, medication refills, and general questions. |
| Fax | 256-837-3648 | Records from other veterinary hospitals, specialists, emergency providers, insurers, or boarding providers. |
| Records email | info@madisonvet.com | The boarding FAQ directs owners to email vaccination records here before boarding when needed. |
| Day | Listed hours | Planning note |
|---|---|---|
| Monday | 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM | Call early after a weekend if your pet became sick while the hospital was closed. |
| Tuesday | 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM | Good day for routine appointments, refills, and records coordination. |
| Wednesday | 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM | Ask ahead if diagnostics, sedation, surgery planning, or longer care may be needed. |
| Thursday | 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM | Useful for follow-ups before the weekend or medication planning. |
| Friday | 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM | Handle refills, boarding questions, and rechecks before weekend hours begin. |
| Saturday | 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM | Confirm service type because staffing and appointment availability can differ on weekends. |
| Sunday | 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM | Official site notes Sunday hours are only for the boarding facility. |
Google map, directions, parking, and arrival checklist
Use the embedded map to route to 1605 Hughes Rd, then call ahead for urgent, contagious, anxious, or mobility-limited pets.
Madison Veterinary Hospital
1605 Hughes Rd
Madison, AL 35758
Main: 256-837-9171
Dogs
Use a secure leash and keep your dog close in the parking area and lobby. Call first if your dog is coughing, reactive, painful, weak, or may need a low-stress entry plan.
Cats
Use a secure carrier. Do not carry cats loose in your arms because traffic, dogs, and lobby noise can trigger escape behavior.
First visit
Bring adoption or purchase records, medical history, medications, supplements, feeding schedule, food brand, questions, and stool or urine samples if requested.
Urgent symptoms
Call before entering if your pet has vomiting, diarrhea, coughing, suspected toxin exposure, severe pain, trouble walking, or a contagious-disease concern.
Official online actions for Madison Veterinary Hospital
Use official pages for live actions. Each card explains what to do after the page opens.
Book appointment
Open online appointment booking
- Choose the pet and visit reason.
- For emergencies, call instead of waiting for an online response.
- Bring or complete required forms before arrival.
Contact page
- Confirm current hours and holiday notes.
- Use the phone for urgent or same-day questions.
- Use listed emergency options when the hospital is closed.
Pet portal
Open PetPage portal information
- Use the portal or PetPage app for reminders and appointments.
- Request prescription refills through the portal when appropriate.
- Contact the hospital if you do not want to use the portal.
Food and medication orders
Open online food and meds store
- Register with the phone number and email used for hospital communication.
- Check whether your pet’s prescriptions and records link correctly.
- Allow time for veterinarian approval before shipping or refill completion.
Patient forms
- Select the form that matches the visit.
- Use online forms or download/print PDF forms where available.
- Bring completed paperwork to the office if needed.
Insurance and payments
- Confirm accepted payment before care.
- Ask for a written estimate for larger treatment plans.
- Use itemized invoices for pet insurance reimbursement.
How to schedule and prepare for an appointment
The official first-visit page explains what new clients should bring and when to arrive.
Urgent care and after-hours emergency options
The official contact page says to call Madison Veterinary Hospital immediately during business hours for pet emergencies, and to use recommended emergency animal hospitals after hours.
| Emergency option | Address and phone | Officially listed hours |
|---|---|---|
| Huntsville Veterinary Specialists & Emergency | 800 Dr. Joseph E. Lowery Blvd, Huntsville, AL 35801 · 256-715-8389 | Open 24 hours. |
| Madison Veterinary Emergency | 27022 US-72, Athens, AL 35613 · 256-434-5290 | Monday–Thursday 6:00 PM – 7:00 AM; Friday, Saturday, Sunday, and holidays 24 hours. |
Veterinary services available at Madison Veterinary Hospital
The official services page lists wellness, diagnostics, advanced care, surgery, urgent care, Unleashed Dog Camp, boarding, and grooming.
| Care area | Services and focus | Pet owner note |
|---|---|---|
| Wellness & prevention | Nose-to-tail wellness exams, early detection, age-specific assessments, vaccinations, parasite prevention, puppy and kitten care, senior care, and preventive planning. | Ask which vaccines and screenings match your pet’s age, lifestyle, boarding, grooming, travel, and exposure risk. |
| Testing & diagnostics | Diagnostic testing, baseline results, health monitoring, radiology-related services, and test-result interpretation. | Ask whether fasting, a urine sample, stool sample, sedation, or follow-up testing is needed. |
| Advanced care | Comprehensive medical care for dogs and cats, including advanced diagnostics, procedures, treatments, and condition management. | Bring prior records for chronic disease, second opinions, ongoing medications, or referral-level concerns. |
| Surgical procedures | Routine and advanced surgical procedures using appropriate equipment and patient-safety practices. | Ask for fasting rules, anesthesia monitoring, estimate details, drop-off time, discharge time, medication instructions, and recheck needs. |
| Urgent care | Emergency medical guidance during business hours when pet owners call immediately for direction. | Call first. Severe symptoms may need a full emergency hospital instead of a routine appointment. |
| Boarding | Dog and cat boarding with trained staff, climate-controlled kennels, monitoring, feeding, medication support, and veterinarian availability during normal business hours. | Confirm vaccine requirements, medication packaging, special-needs planning, and check-in/check-out windows before travel. |
| Grooming | Bathing, trimming, styling, ear hair plucking, sanitary clips, nail trims, and add-on services such as anal gland expression, teeth brushing, ear cleaning, and medicated baths. | Grooming is by appointment only, Mondays through Saturdays. Call to confirm breed, coat, skin, and medical needs. |
Pet boarding requirements and what to expect
Madison Veterinary Hospital offers boarding for dogs and cats, with hospital staff support and required vaccines for safety.
| Boarding area | Officially listed detail | Owner preparation |
|---|---|---|
| Dog boarding vaccines | Canine boarders must be current on Rabies, Distemper/Parvo, Canine Influenza, and Bordetella. | Send records early and confirm whether any exam, booster, or parasite screening is needed before boarding. |
| Dog boarding environment | Small and large kennels are climate controlled. Small dogs have group playtime and socialization at least four times daily; large dogs are walked separately with staff. | Discuss play style, leash behavior, anxiety, medical limits, food, and medication needs. |
| Dog boarding food | Canine boarders are offered a gastrointestinal diet provided by Science Diet Sensitive Stomach. Special diets can be provided by the owner at no additional charge. | Label food clearly and provide feeding amounts, frequency, and medication timing. |
| Cat boarding vaccines | Feline boarders must be current on Rabies, Feline Leukemia, and FVRCP vaccinations. | Use a secure carrier and send vaccine records before the stay. |
| Cat boarding environment | Cats are housed in a separate hospital area for noise control and comfort, with several windows and natural light. | Discuss stress, hiding, medication, litter habits, and appetite concerns before drop-off. |
| Cat boarding food | Feline guests are fed Purina Indoor Formula. Owners may provide a special diet at no additional charge. | Label food and bring written feeding directions. |
| Medication and special needs | Medication can be administered for an additional fee. Medications must be in the original bottle with clear instructions. | Discuss diabetics, chronic illness, physical limitations, medical records, and possible exam requirements in advance. |
| Check-in and pick-up | Boarding/daycare check-in and pick-up are listed as Monday–Friday 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM, Saturday 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM, and Sunday 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM. | Confirm your exact drop-off and pick-up window when booking, especially near holidays. |
Unleashed Dog Camp: daycare-style play and enrollment
The official Unleashed Dog Camp page describes cage-free, leash-free, all-day play and a large outdoor play area.
Program style
Unleashed Dog Camp is described as a safe social environment where dogs can play, rest, use outdoor space, and receive supervision from camp staff.
Outdoor space
The program page describes more than 8,000 square feet of outdoor play yard, with play equipment such as tunnels and other enrichment features.
New camper evaluation
New campers are recommended for a two-full-day evaluation, with drop-off between 7:00 AM and 9:00 AM and pick-up between 4:00 PM and 6:00 PM.
Enrollment form
The patient forms page links an Unleashed Dog Camp Enrollment Form. Complete it before the first camp visit and ask about current requirements.
Dog and cat grooming at Madison Veterinary Hospital
The official grooming page says grooming is by appointment only, Mondays through Saturdays.
| Grooming item | Listed service | Helpful owner note |
|---|---|---|
| Core grooming | Warm bath with gentle shampoo, professional groom, ear hair plucking, sanitary clip, and nail trim. | Mention matting, skin sensitivity, coat type, anxiety, and preferred haircut when booking. |
| Add-on services | Anal gland expression, teeth brushing, ear cleaning, and medicated baths may be requested at an additional cost. | Ask if a doctor exam is needed for skin infections, ear odor, pain, or severe itching. |
| Groomers | The grooming page names Jeremy Riner and Lindsay Riner as professional groomers. | Ask about availability, coat-specific timing, and whether medical concerns should be checked by a veterinarian first. |
| Medical observation | Staff are trained to look for skin and coat problems that could be harmful to pets. | If a condition is noticed, the hospital may inform you and recommend a doctor appointment. |
Pet portal, online pharmacy, food orders, and prescription refills
The hospital offers portal access, a mobile app, and an online food and medication store.
PetPage portal
The portal provides 24/7 access to medical reminders, prescriptions, appointments, and related pet information.
Mobile app
The PetPage app can be used on Android or iPhone, and the same account can also be used in the web portal.
Refill requests
Use the portal, prescription refill form, online store, or phone line. Refills may require veterinarian approval, an exam, or current monitoring.
Online store setup
The online store prompts users to register with the phone number and email they use for hospital communications so records and prescriptions can link correctly.
Patient forms, medical records, vaccine proof, and PDF resources
The official patient forms page says owners can complete online forms or download, print, and complete PDF forms when available.
| Form or record need | Official resource | Practical use |
|---|---|---|
| Patient history | Patient History Form | Use before a first visit, illness visit, or detailed medical review. |
| Boarding request | Boarding Reservation Request Form | Use before travel to request boarding space and confirm dates. |
| Boarding instructions | Boarding Pet Care Instructions Form | Use for food, medication, special handling, emergency contact, and care preferences. |
| Medication refill | Prescription Refill Form | Use when requesting medication or prescription diet refills. |
| Dog camp enrollment | Unleashed Dog Camp Enrollment Form | Use before daycare/camp participation and confirm current assessment requirements. |
| Wellness visit | Canine/Feline Wellness Questionnaire | Use for preventive care, vaccines, diet, lifestyle, and behavior questions. |
| Vaccine proof | Pet portal or front desk request | Use for boarding, grooming, daycare, travel, licensing, and transfer to another clinic. |
| Records transfer | Fax 256-837-3648 or portal/front desk support | Send records to a specialist, emergency hospital, new veterinarian, boarding provider, or insurer. |
Payment, pet insurance, CareCredit, Scratchpay, and estimates
The official payment page says full payment is required at the time of service and lists payment and financing options.
Accepted payment options
Listed options include Visa, MasterCard, American Express, Discover Card, cash, pet insurance, CareCredit, and Scratchpay.
Pet insurance process
Payment is due when services are rendered. The pet insurance company reimburses you later if the claim is covered by your policy.
CareCredit
CareCredit is described as a healthcare credit card that can help pay for exams, spay/neuter, dental cleaning, parasite prevention, medication, vaccines, surgery, and more.
Scratchpay
Scratchpay is described as a veterinary loan company, not a credit card, and can be used from a smartphone after a treatment estimate is provided.
Madison Veterinary Hospital team and doctor names
The official team page lists the following veterinarians. Doctor schedules and case focus can change, so confirm availability when booking.
| Veterinarian | Role listed | Useful booking note |
|---|---|---|
| Sarah Estess, DVM | Veterinarian | Ask whether this doctor is available for wellness care, illness visits, follow-ups, or ongoing medical planning. |
| Chelsea Bodin, DVM | Veterinarian | Ask the front desk whether this doctor’s schedule fits your pet’s case, urgency, and preferred appointment time. |
| Monique Azor, DVM | Veterinarian | If you prefer a specific veterinarian, request availability when booking and confirm whether a sooner appointment with another doctor is safer. |
Search-result and competitor gap audit
Several clinics share similar names, and many third-party listings show only basic contact details. This page adds verified action steps and patient-use context.
| Common search-result problem | Why it creates low value | What this guide adds |
|---|---|---|
| Similar clinic names | Search results also show Madison Veterinary Hospital locations in Ohio, Connecticut, and Michigan. | This article clearly identifies the Madison, AL hospital at 1605 Hughes Rd. |
| Thin address listings | A phone and map alone do not help users book correctly, prepare records, or avoid emergency delays. | Appointment steps, forms checklist, first-visit preparation, and emergency routing. |
| Unclear emergency process | Users may wait for online booking during an emergency. | Business-hours call guidance plus after-hours emergency hospital names, addresses, phones, and hours. |
| Boarding requirements hidden | Pet owners may arrive without vaccine proof, medication instructions, or diet details. | Dog/cat vaccine requirements, food notes, medication rules, special-needs planning, and check-in windows. |
| Portal and refill confusion | Owners may not know whether to call, use the portal, use the online store, or fill out a form. | Portal, PetPage app, online food and meds, prescription refill form, and account setup notes. |
| No schema discipline | Wrong schema can create validation warnings or misclassify a private vet hospital as a public hospital or government office. | Safe VeterinaryCare, HowTo, and FAQPage schema only, with no hasMap, paymentAccepted, openingHoursSpecification, or ServiceID schema. |
Official source checklist for this guide
Use these official pages for live confirmation before booking, boarding, refilling medication, paying, or driving.
| Official page | What it verifies | When to open it |
|---|---|---|
| Contact page | Address, phone, fax, hours, emergency options, and contact routes. | Open before calling, visiting, boarding, or after-hours emergency decisions. |
| Services page | Wellness, diagnostics, advanced care, surgery, urgent care, dog camp, boarding, and grooming. | Open when deciding whether the hospital handles your pet’s need. |
| Boarding page | Dog and cat boarding, vaccine requirements, medication rules, food notes, and check-in/pick-up windows. | Open several weeks before travel or boarding. |
| Unleashed Dog Camp page | Dog camp style, outdoor play area, first-camper evaluation, and enrollment process. | Open before daycare-style play enrollment. |
| Grooming page | Dog and cat grooming services, appointment requirement, add-ons, and groomer names. | Open before bath, trim, nail, coat, ear, or skin-care grooming appointments. |
| First visit page | New-client preparation, records, medications, feeding schedule, samples, leash/carrier guidance, and arrival timing. | Open before your first appointment. |
| Patient forms page | Patient History, Boarding Reservation, Boarding Pet Care Instructions, Prescription Refill, Dog Camp Enrollment, and Wellness Questionnaire forms. | Open before visits, boarding, refills, or dog camp enrollment. |
| Pet portal page | PetPage app, web portal, reminders, prescriptions, appointments, and refill requests. | Open for records, refills, appointments, and account setup. |
| Insurance and payments page | Full payment at time of service, accepted payment types, pet insurance reimbursement, CareCredit, and Scratchpay. | Open before surgery, dentistry, diagnostics, hospitalization, or large treatment estimates. |
| Team page | Veterinarian names and roles. | Open when requesting a specific doctor or reviewing the care team. |
Important pet health and safety notice
This guide helps with contact, scheduling, location, portal, records, billing, boarding, grooming, and preparation. It does not replace veterinary diagnosis or treatment.
Madison Veterinary Hospital FAQs
These FAQs cover the Madison, AL hospital address, phone, hours, map, appointments, emergency options, services, boarding, grooming, portal, records, and payments.