Welcome to Capital Area Veterinary Specialists

Capital Area Veterinary Specialists is a unique facility that provides specialized surgical services to pet owners in southern Louisiana including the areas of Baton Rouge, Denham Springs, Walker, Hammond and Lafayette and beyond.

Our team of Board Certified Veterinary Surgeons partners with your primary care veterinarian to provide expert care with a compassionate edge. Our newly remodeled hospital, located on O’Neal Lane in East Baton Rouge offers convenient access from I-12. Our hospital offers cutting edge diagnostics and surgical services that include digital radiography, CT Scan (computed tomography), full diagnostic blood work, and 24 hour care.

Our surgeons perform orthopedic, soft tissue, and neurologic surgery. Some of our specialized procedures include TPLO, TTA, fracture repair, tracheal stents, thoracic surgery, vascular surgery, intervertebral disc surgery and reconstructive procedures. We also offer adjunctive services such as laser therapy, shock wave therapy, and ultrasound.

What sets Capital Area Veterinary Specialists apart is our superior patient care and individual attention to our clients' needs. We understand that your pet is a beloved family member and how difficult it can be when they are sick or in pain.

Our doctors and nursing staff are here to guide you and to help throughout your pet’s recovery process. We are honored to work with your pet, and our care team hopes to provide a comfortable and positive referral experience.