Award-winning veterinary care that feels like home
Homestead Animal Hospital is a privately owned practice led by Dr. Kip Butler. We’re open six days a week and accept same-day appointments, and every time you come in you’ll see the same faces, people who get to know you and your pet.
Why pet owners choose Homestead
A privately owned hospital where you and your pet always come first.
Same-day appointments
If your pet isn’t feeling well, call us. We accept same-day appointments six days a week, for wellness visits through urgent exams.
The same faces, every time
Dr. Kip Butler has owned Homestead since 2016, and our hospital manager, Kayla, started here in 2015. People here get to know you and your pet by name.
Answers in the building
Our in-house laboratory can return many results in as little as 20 minutes, and we have high-definition digital X-ray and ultrasound on site.
Flexible ways to pay
Along with cash, check and major cards, we offer Cherry payment plans with qualifying 0% APR options, plus CareCredit and Scratch Pay.
Care for every stage of your pet’s life
Wellness visits, diagnostics, dentistry, surgery and more for dogs and cats, all under one roof.
Questions after hours? Call our main number any time. Through our partnership with GuardianVets you can reach veterinary care support 24/7, and if it can wait, they’ll help you request an appointment for the next business day.
What to expect at your first visit
Choosing a new vet is a big decision. Here’s how getting started works at Homestead.
Call or request an appointment
Call (518) 664-2122 or send an appointment request online. Ask about a same-day visit if your pet needs to be seen soon.
Fill out the new client form
Complete our New Client form before you arrive so we have your pet’s information ready.
Meet your doctor
Dr. Butler, Dr. Adams or Dr. Nowak will examine your pet, answer your questions and walk you through a plan that fits your pet.
Here, you’re family
“Absolutely the most caring animal hospital ever!!! All the staff are amazing and very caring. So glad I switched and cant thank them enough for everything.”
“I have never been to a vet office that you actually feel so comfortable that it is like home! I can’t say enough about the Doctors and staff. They always make my kids feel comfortable, always remember their names, and of course the goody treats they give them. They have pulled my dogs thru some tough spots, and I am very thankful. I can go on and on about them (all good). Thank you for always being there when needed!”
“Homestead has been such a blessing to find! I feel so comfortable bringing my pets there. I know every time I will get quality care at an affordable price. Highly recommend!”
Visit us in Mechanicville
Using a GPS? Enter the address as 442 Lake Road. We’re close to Stillwater, Malta, Ballston Spa, Clifton Park and Saratoga Springs.
- Address
- 442 County Route 76
Mechanicville, NY 12118
Get directions → - Hours
- Monday: 8 AM – 5 PM
Tuesday – Thursday: 8 AM – 6 PM
Friday: 8 AM – 5 PM
Saturday: 8 AM – 1 PM - Phone
- (518) 664-2122
- After hours
- Call our main number any time. Through our partnership with GuardianVets you can reach veterinary care support 24/7, and if it can wait, they’ll help you request an appointment for the next business day.
Ready to meet your new vet?
Call us, or request an appointment online.
