History & Philosophy

Serving Watsontown, PA Since 1991

Susquehanna Trail Animal Hospital is a trusted veterinary clinic in Watsontown, PA, that was founded by Dr. V. Ray Tritch in 1991. In September 2016, Dr. Tristan Wilhelm purchased the clinic from Dr. Tritch. Dr. Lori Mildrew became co-owner and veterinarian in April, 2017. Dr. Wilhelm, Dr. Mildrew, and staff are devoted to serve you and your beloved pets with the same concern and quality of care you have come to expect.

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Our Mission

Our mission is to treat your pet as part of our family by providing compassionate, individualized, and high-quality care. We tailor vaccination protocols and preventative medicine for each individual pet. If your pet has a medical condition, we will take the time to explain all treatment options so that you may make the best decision for your family.

Compassionate Care

Our establishment is home to a knowledgeable and friendly veterinary team. When you visit our hospital, you will come in as a stranger and leave as a friend. We care about your pets, and we also care about you. We thank you for entrusting us with the care of your beloved family member.