About Us
For over 50 years, White Bear Animal Hospital has been a trusted pillar of the White Bear Lake, MN community, providing compassionate and progressive veterinary care. With a combined 45 years of veterinary expertise, co-owners Dr. Dalton and Dr. Zupancich are dedicated to delivering the highest level of personalized care. Their shared commitment ensures that every pet receives tailored, compassionate treatment, building strong, lasting relationships with families and helping pets live their best lives.
Our Mission
We are dedicated to providing compassionate, unparalleled veterinary care to our patients, our community, our clients, and our team.
To Our Patients:
- We promise to treat you like you’re our own.
- We promise to handle you with care and respect.
- Your comfort is one of our primary concerns and we promise to manage your fear, anxiety, stress and pain as effectively as possible.
To Our Clients:
- We promise to provide you with high quality options regarding your pet’s routine care as well as diagnostics and treatment if they are sick or injured.
- Your trust in us is invaluable and we will do everything we can to earn and maintain that trust.
- Our goal is for our service to exceed your expectations.
To Our Team Members:
- We promise to create a work environment where each and every team member has the opportunity to grow personally and professionally and to maximize their potential.
- We promise to create a work environment where team members are respected and take deep pride in their jobs and in the hospital.
- We want our team members to look forward to coming to work each and every day.
To Our Community:
- We promise to promote animal welfare, advance public health awareness and provide education.
- We maintain that diversity, equity, and inclusivity promote excellence. We are committed to increasing representation, support, retention, and accessibility in the veterinary profession to foster a sense of belonging within our communities.
Our Approach to Veterinary Care
We believe in proactive and progressive medical care, focusing on preventing health issues before they arise. Our approach ensures that every pet lives a healthier, happier life. We’re committed to making your time with your pet more fulfilling by tailoring each visit to your pet’s unique health needs, whether it’s routine wellness, diagnostics, or specialized treatments.
Building Lasting Relationships
At White Bear Animal Hospital, we value the strong connections we build with our clients and their pets. By offering personalized, compassionate care, we create trusting relationships that last a lifetime. Our veterinarians are not just highly skilled; they genuinely care about your pet’s well-being, treating them with the same level of attention and respect as if they were their own.
Community Involvement
We’re proud to be active in the White Bear Lake community. Whether we’re hosting our biennial Open House extravaganza as a thank-you to clients, visiting local schools to educate children about pet care, or setting up meet-and-greet tables at community events, we love connecting with the people and pets in our area.
Meet Our Veterinarians
Our down-to-earth veterinarians are dedicated to providing the best possible care for your pet. We work closely as a team, combining our years of experience and knowledge to address each pet’s needs. At the heart of what we do is our commitment to building personal connections with you and your family so you feel supported at every stage of your pet’s life.
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Dr. Stuart Dalton
Veterinarian, Owner
Dr. Gwen Zupancich
Veterinarian, Owner
Dr. Sarah Prochnow
Associate Veterinarian
Dr. Chelsea Lohmer
Associate Veterinarian
Dr. Mack Crumb
Associate Veterinarian