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Our Fear Free Approach

We have Fear Free certified employees on staff who are committed to taking the “pet out of petrified” and putting the “treat into treatment” by making vet visits free of fear, anxiety and stress.  

Founded by “America’s Veterinarian,” Dr. Marty Becker, Fear Free has become one of the single most transformative initiatives in the history of companion animal practice, with more than 48,000 veterinary and pet professionals committed to becoming Fear Free Certified®.

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Meet Our Team

Dr. Tammy Lons

Dr. Tammy Lons

Owner, Veterinarian

Dr. Lons started Tekonsha Animal Hospital PLLC in the fall of 1996. Dr. Lons and her husband John have one son. They have many four legged family members which include Captain and Sydney who are chaperones at the hospital on a daily basis.
Dr. Emily Plodzik

Dr. Emily Plodzik

Veterinarian

Dr. Plodzik started practicing medicine at Tekonsha Animal Hospital PLLC in the winter of 2018 and has treasured the bonds made with both people and their fur babies. She and her fiance’ have three children at home and many furry family members including three dogs, three cats, and a horse.
Carla L.

Carla L.

Office Manager

Carla joined our team in September 2020. She moved to Michigan from North Carolina in 2014. Carla and her husband Tim have one son and one daughter. They share their home with 3 cats, Peaches, Fat Albert and Rona. In her free time, Carla enjoys watching her kids play sports, shopping, and time with family.
Leah B., RVT

Leah B., RVT

Veterinary Technician

Leah joined Tekonsha Animal Hospital in 2014. She received her BS in Veterinary Technology from Purdue University and has 10 years of experience. Leah and her husband Steve have a son. They share their home with two dogs and a cat. In her spare time Leah enjoys spending time with her family. She also likes reading and watching movies.
Deni T.

Deni T.

Personal Assistant

Deni has been part of Tekonsha Animal Hospital since 1996. She is our personal assistant who works behind the scenes. Deni is married to Reb and they have three dogs and two cats that live in their household.
Rachel T.

Rachel T.

Veterinary Technician

Rachel joined TAH full time, after graduating from Baker College in 2018. Rachel spends her time with two crazy dogs and two cats. In her free time she enjoys spending time outside and is an avid movie goer.
Ginny Sue L., LVT, CHPT

Ginny Sue L., LVT, CHPT

Veterinary Technician

Ginny Sue joined our team in 2020 as a Veterinary Technician. She is certified by the International Association for Animal Hospice and Palliative Care to aid in the end-of-life process creating the most comfortable and positive journey possible. Although her furry family is down to one sweet cat and two brilliant budgies, she has many memories to treasure from her four dogs, a horse, a pony, a lamb, rabbits, goats, pigs, chickens, ducks, and a few wild sparrows.
Robin S.

Robin S.

Customer Service Representative

Robin joined our team in September 2020 with 30 years of experience in the Veterinary field. She and her husband Phillip have two grown daughters and one grandson. They share their home with two dogs and one cat. In her spare time, Robin loves to read, kayak, and ride the trails during the summer and winter. Her greatest joy is spending time with her family.
Lisa A.

Lisa A.

Customer Service Representative

Lisa joined our team in July of 2020. She has a great sense of humor and keeps us laughing every day. Lisa shares her home with her 2 dogs, Violet and Mateen. In her free time, Lisa enjoys traveling and spending time with her son, Jordan.
Megan M.

Megan M.

Customer Service Representative

Megan joined our team in January of 2021. She recently moved with her family from Tennessee to Michigan in December of 2020. Megan and her husband share their home with their son, Karson and 2 dogs, a dachshund and a golden retriever.
Meghan Z.

Meghan Z.

Kennel Assistant

Meghan joined our team in 2018. Meghan is a Homer native. Her and her husband Aaron share their home with Sophie Mae (dog), and Miss Kitty and Phoenix (cats).
Mya W.

Mya W.

Kennel Assistant

Mya joined our team officially, in 2019. Mya has been present ever since her birth as her mom is Amy our kennel manager. Mya attends Tekonsha High School and is involved in many activities.
Melissa K.

Melissa K.

Kennel Assistant

Melissa joined our team in 2020. She shares her home with her husband, Arron, and their two kids. They have two dogs and three cats. In her free time, Melissa loves to watch movies and read.
Samantha S.

Samantha S.

Kennel Assistant

Samantha joined our team as a kennel assistant in March of 2021. She has 2 cats and 2 dogs. In her free time, she likes to read, write, and go for long car rides.
Devin W.

Devin W.

Kennel Assistant

Devin joined our team in July of 2020 as a kennel assistant. His hobbies include robotics, bowling, and spending time with his family and friends. Devin recently graduated from Homer High School and plans to attend Kellogg Community College in the fall of 2021.

Providing kind and compassionate care.

Contact

Phone: (517) 767-3011
Fax: (517) 767-5200
Email: info@tekonshaanimalhospital.com 

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Click here to view emergency contacts.

Hours

Mon, Tue: 8:00am - 5:30pm
Wed: 8:00am - 7:00pm
Thur: 8:00am - 5:00pm
Fri: 8:00am - 5:30pm
Sat: 8:00 AM - Noon
Sun: Closed

Location

828 North Main
Tekonsha, MI 49092
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After Hours Emergency Care Recommendations:

NIVES (Northeast Indiana Veterinary Emergency Specialty Hospital)

5818 Maplecrest Rd
Fort Wayne, IN 46835

260-426-1062

VCA Southwest Michigan Animal Emergency

104 W Cork St
Kalamazoo, MI 49001

269-381-5228

Ann Arbor Animal Hospital

2150 W. Liberty Street
Ann Arbor, MI 48103

734-662-4474

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