Veterinary care in Prairie du Chien that your pet deserves
Small-animal veterinary care in Prairie du Chien, with the latest technology and same-day lab results.


Saturdays 8am–noon
- Small-animal careDogs and cats, plus birds and reptiles with Dr. Rachel.
- Same-day lab resultsDigital x-ray, ultrasound and in-house lab work.
- Dental care with dental x-raySeeing below the gumline, not just the surface.
- Urgent same-day visitsWhen your pet is sick, we do our best to see them today.

Treating every pet as if they were our own
Tender Care Animal Hospital has been owned by Dr. Jami Quick and her husband, Ken, since November 2003. Our team provides preventive care, dentistry with dental x-ray, diagnostics, surgery and boarding for pets from Prairie du Chien and the surrounding Wisconsin and Iowa communities. We treat every patient as if they were our own, and we take the time to explain what your pet needs and why.
The values we work by
- Education
- Communication
- Professionalism & Respect
- Dedication
- Community & Teamwork
Care for every stage, and every species
From routine visits to surgery, here are the services pet owners ask us about most.
A good visit starts with a good conversation
We believe a good visit starts with education. Our team explains your pet’s care in plain language, from nutrition and parasite prevention to surgery and recovery, so you can make confident decisions. With digital x-ray, ultrasound, same-day lab results, therapy laser and on-site boarding, much of what your pet needs is under one roof.
- Education comes firstWe explain what we find and why it matters, in plain language, so you can make confident decisions.
- Clean, friendly and thoroughA clean hospital, a friendly team and complete, thorough care at every visit.
- The latest technologyDigital x-ray, ultrasound, dental x-ray, therapy laser and same-day lab results under one roof.


Boarding, steps from our veterinary team
When you travel, your pet stays with people who know and love animals, right here at the hospital.
- Dogs
- $29 / night
- Cats
- $20 / night
- Two walks a day, weather and behavior permitting
- Play-yard time morning, lunch and evening
- A complimentary bath on stays of 2+ nights
- Purina EN diet, probiotics and plenty of treats



Before Your Visit
A few things that make your appointment faster and easier on your pet.
Fill out digital forms first
Complete your new patient paperwork online so we can skip it at check-in.
FormsArrive 10 minutes early
Arriving early gives your pet a minute to settle in before we call you back.
Bring past records
Transferring from another vet? Prior records help us pick up right where you left off.
Leash dogs, crate cats
Keeps everyone in the lobby comfortable, your pet included.


Ready to schedule a visit?
Request an appointment online, or call us and we’ll find a time that works for you and your pet.
Visit Us
Hours
Mon: 8:00am–5:00pm
Tue: 7:30am–5:00pm
Wed: 8:00am–5:00pm
Thu: 8:00am–5:00pm
Fri: 8:00am–5:00pm
Sat: 8:00am–12:00pm
Sun: Closed
Boarding pick-up
Sat: 5:00–5:30pm
Sun: 8:00–8:30am and 5:00–5:30pm
1420 E Lessard St
Prairie du Chien, WI 53821
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