About us

Mission Statement

Cole Veterinary Hospital is a known and trusted name in the Tri-City Area. We have been providing families and pets with high quality health care since 1934. We strive to offer the most comprehensive care available at affordable prices, and help to educate our clients. Our experience in veterinary medicine offers our clients state-of-the-art medical diagnostics, routine health check-ups, surgical procedures, preventative care, Class IV Laser Therapy, and pocket pets.

You and your furry companion will always be treated with a warm and friendly welcome at Cole Veterinary Hospital. Not only is our profession built around taking care of your pets, but it’s our passion as well. Our veterinarians will always treat your pet with kind, gentle and loving hands.

Meet the Team!

We at Cole Veterinary Hospital are dedicated to serving our community by providing outstanding health care to our patients and the highest quality service to our clients through compassionate and effective performance of our professional expertise. We will always do our very best to give your pet the care you expect and the service you deserve.

Dr. Jennifer Wendt, Owner

I was an Organic Chemist prior to becoming a Veterinarian. I graduated from Michigan State University in 2008, and I joined the team in 2010. I completed the purchase of Cole Veterinary Hospital in January 2016. I enjoy spending time with my husband and my five children, attending various sporting events, reading, and camping. I currently have four dogs and three cats.

Dr. Laura Warhausen

I graduated from the University of Georgia in 2006 and joined the staff in July of 2013. Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with my family, running, and reading.

Dr. Travis

I graduated from The Ohio State University in 2008 and joined Cole Veterinary Hospital in January 2017. I am originally from New York and previously practiced in Connecticut as a small animal/exotics veterinarian prior to moving to Michigan. I enjoy seeing dogs, cats, and pocket pets (rabbits, guinea pigs, ferrets, rats, hamsters, etc). Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with my husband and daughter, as well as traveling and soccer. I currently have 1 dog and 4 cats.

Chelsea, Practice Manager

I graduated from Baker College of Flint in 2006. I worked as an LVT at an emergency hospital for 3 years before coming to Cole Veterinary in 2007. In July 2019, I became the new Practice Manager. In my free time, I enjoy spending time with my family, going to our cottage on Lake Huron, cooking and gardening. If I could, I would have a whole house full of furry friends, but for now I have a dog named Willow and cat named Sophie.

Tiffany, LVT

I graduated from Baker College in the summer of 2014. I love spending time with my family on our land up north whenever I have free time. I love all outdoor activities, regardless of the season. I also have 2 cats named Larry & Gary.

Deb, LVT

I graduated from Baker College in 2008, and joined the team in 2011. I enjoy spending time outdoors with my family, running 5Ks, and aimlessly searching Pinterest. My fur family includes my chocolate lab, Kimber, and cats Boots Gravy, Otis Potatoes, Chocolate Chip, Cookie, and Precious.

Jenna, LVT

I graduated from Baker College & joined the Cole Vet team in 2020. I enjoy spending my free time up north, relaxing & hanging out with friends. I have 2 dogs named Gunner & Cosmo.

Teressa, Receptionist

My love for animals and fascination with science has led me to work with veterinarians in the Saginaw area for over 20 years. In addition, I have worked at a pet store and was a docent for the Saginaw Children’s Zoo for 7 years. When I joined the Cole Vet team in 1999, I quickly found an extended family. My home has always been filled with an assortment of critters. Currently, I have a dog, a cat and 2 human children.

Kerry, Receptionist

After being in the human health care field for 5 years, I followed my passion of working with animals to Cole Veterinary Hospital. I enjoy working in my garden, crafting, and spending time with my children and grandbabies. I have 5 cats and a dog who are spoiled rotten and know it!

Samantha, Receptionist

I joined Cole Vet in 2021 and have a daughter and 2 cats, Melvin and Jasmine. In my free time, I like to fish, go on road trips and spend time with family and friends.

Jill, Receptionist

I have worked in veterinary medicine for over 10 years and joined Cole Vet in 2021. I have four fur babies at home and enjoy spending time with friends and reading in my spare time.

Seaira, Assistant

I joined the Cole Vet Team in 2016. I have always been passionate about animals and have 9 pets of my own (3 dogs, 3 cats, and 3 guinea pigs). My time away from Cole Vet is spent working at an emergency veterinary hospital, crafting, enjoying the outdoors & spending time with my husband and son.

Kiara, Kennel Aid

I joined the Cole Vet team in 2022 and enjoy working with staff who share similar interests in helping animals. Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with family and friends and my precious dog, Deja.

Norma

I recently joined the Cole Vet team & I love all animals. I am bilingual & fluent in spanish. When I’m not with the team, I am spending time with my family, playing video games & crafting.

Squints and Missy

Squints is our one-eyed Torti & our original clinic cat. She loves to visit clients & help with appointments. Missy is our surrendered princess. She enjoys belly rubs and naps. Canned food & treats are the way to her heart.

In Memory of Mouse 3/17/20-1/22/22

Our beloved office kitty, Mouse was such a special, sweet, silly boy whom we will miss dearly. We are so thankful for the time we had with him, even if it was only for a short time