Paint Creek Animal Clinic

Rochester, MI

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At a glance

Facility type
Veterinary Practice
Practice tier
General
Clinic type
Standalone
Operating status
Operational
Appointment model
Appointment
24/7 care
Unknown
Accepting new patients
Unknown

Species treated

Small Animal Companion Exotic Companion Mammal

Services

General Practice Wellness Vaccination Spay Neuter Surgery Dentistry Imaging In House Lab Pharmacy End Of Life

Amenities & accessibility

Appointments
Appointment requiredAppointments recommended
Service options
Onsite services
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lot

Overview

Family Owned, Locally Operated, Reasonable Prices, Expert Veterinary Care

In 1975 Thomas Barkham opened Paint Creek Animal Clinic. His Daughter Carrie and son Thomas joined him after graduating from Michigan State. In August 2021 Paint Creek was officially sold to his son Tom. Carrie and Tom senior continue to work out of the Almont Location

Mission — We believe an educated pet owner makes the best decisions for their pet. We do our best to help our clients fully understand and take care of their animal’s needs

Care capabilities

End-of-life care
In Clinic

Team at a glance

1
Veterinarian (DVM)
2
Licensed technicians
4
Support staff
7
Total team

Individual names, titles & bios are in the practice intelligence layer below.

Technology & equipment

ultrasonographyx-raysin-house laboratory

Services in detail

Wellness and Preventive MedicineVaccinationsMicrochippingDentistryDermatologyUltrasonographyIn-house laboratoryPet Nutritional CounselingDiagnosticsSenior Pet WellnessSpay/NeuterPalliative CarePet HospiceEnd of life CareCoggins TestingLameness EvaluationsDewormingPre-purchase ExaminationsLaboratory ServicesNutritionDisease Treatment

Appointments & hours

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Monday to Friday: 8:00 am – 5:00 pm (Closed from 12 pm to 1 pm for lunch); Saturday: 8:00 am to 12:00 pm; Sunday: Closed

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Frequently asked

Does Paint Creek Animal Clinic treat exotic pets?+

Yes — Paint Creek Animal Clinic offers care for exotic pets in addition to small animals.

What services does Paint Creek Animal Clinic offer?+

Paint Creek Animal Clinic offers General Practice, Wellness, Vaccination, Spay Neuter, Surgery, Dentistry, Imaging, In House Lab, and more.

When was Paint Creek Animal Clinic established?+

Paint Creek Animal Clinic has served the Rochester, MI community since 1975.

What reviewers say

93% Positive sentiment
based on 285 reviews

Paint Creek Animal Clinic is a long-standing, independent family veterinary practice known for providing compassionate, thorough, and highly practical care for dogs, cats, rabbits, and other animals. The facility is exceptionally clean and well-maintained, offering appointments with short wait times and an efficient scheduling system that prevents overcrowded waiting rooms. The veterinary team is widely praised for being knowledgeable, honest, and respectful of client budgets, frequently offering straightforward guidance without pushing unnecessary tests or treatments. Services span wellness exams, routine surgeries, dental work, and attentive end-of-life care, backed by thoughtful follow-up communications. While most experiences are overwhelmingly positive, occasional concerns regarding pricing or specific treatment outcomes have been noted by a small number of visitors. Overall, the practice remains a trusted regional destination for dedicated veterinary care.

Frequently praised for

Compassionate StaffKnowledgeable VetsThorough ExplanationsShort WaitEasy SchedulingFair PricingClean FacilityGood With Anxious Pets

Aggregated from reviewer feedback across multiple sources.

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Data as of July 2026. VetPulse aggregates public-record and licensing data; it does not represent the practice directly.