* Owner: Dr. Denise Jones, who had years of extensive experience with veterinary care before opening her own practice.
* Date opened: The center had a soft opening in September 2016 and a formal ribbon-cutting ceremony in December.
* Locations: 5510 Highway 153, Suite 199.
* Affiliations: The center is a member of the Chattanooga Veterinary Network, meaning it's a sister location of the centers on Main Street and the North Shore and in St. Elmo and Fort Oglethorpe, Ga.
* Focus: Dr. Jones is well-trained not only in domestic cats and dogs, but also in more exotic companion pets as well. She worked in preventive care and emergency care previously, so the center can handle the needs of almost any pet.
* Pay Assistance: The center has several programs offered to help buffer the cost of necessary pet treatment, such as spaying and neutering services or vaccines. In addition, the Chattanooga Veterinary Network features a Pet Club, which enables customers to pay a monthly membership fee to receive free or reduced pet care in return. Even services like grooming and pet training get discounted.
* Good to know: Dr. Jones has been a resident of the Hixson and Soddy-Daisy areas for over a decade. It was her dedication to the local community and its residents that made her want to open up shop in Hixson to better serve her neighbors and their pets.
* Contact: 254-5370 or chavets.com/hixson. People are available to answer the phone 24 hours a day.
* In case of emergency: The St. Elmo location serves as the emergency room and surgical center for the Chattanooga Veterinary Network and is open around the clock. Call 254-5370 to learn more.