Merritt Animal Clinic
Dardanelle, AR
At a glance
- Facility type
- Veterinary Practice
- Practice tier
- General
- Clinic type
- Standalone
- Operating status
- Operational
- Appointment model
- Both
- 24/7 care
- No
- Accepting new patients
- Unknown
Species treated
Services
Amenities & accessibility
Overview
Compassionate primary and urgent care for large and small animals
The clinic has been open and operational since January 1982 and was started by Dr. Tommy Richardson. It was taken over by Dr. Chis Merritt and has since transitioned ownership into the hands of Dr. Sarah Gilkerson who is also the main DVM
Care capabilities
- Emergency
- Urgent Care Only
Team at a glance
Individual names, titles & bios are in the practice intelligence layer below.
Services in detail
Appointments & hours
Monday - Friday 8am - 5pm
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Frequently asked
Does Merritt Animal Clinic offer emergency or urgent care?+
Merritt Animal Clinic offers urgent care appointments most days of the week (not a 24/7 ER).
What services does Merritt Animal Clinic offer?+
Merritt Animal Clinic offers General Practice, Wellness, Vaccination, Surgery, Dentistry, Imaging, In House Lab, Pharmacy, and more.
When was Merritt Animal Clinic established?+
Merritt Animal Clinic has served the Dardanelle, AR community since 1982.
What reviewers say
The practice provides compassionate and professional veterinary care with a friendly, welcoming staff that handles pets with great patience and love. Appointments are generally easy to schedule with quick service, and the pricing is considered very reasonable and affordable. The veterinary team excels at emergency cases, thorough explanations, and maintaining clear communication during difficult situations.
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Data as of July 2026. VetPulse aggregates public-record and licensing data; it does not represent the practice directly.