River Valley Veterinary Service

We believe pets thrive when their care team remains committed to learning, improving, and practicing at the highest standards. As an AAHA-accredited and Cat Friendly Practice, we follow rigorous guidelines that promote safer medicine, better communication, and a more comfortable experience for every pet. Some members of our team hold Fear Free® certifications, allowing us to apply proven, low-stress handling methods to help pets feel more at ease throughout their visit. Beyond our medical services, we provide obedience training, boarding, daycare, and grooming, creating continuity of care that allows us to understand your pet as a whole

Since 1983, River Valley Veterinary Service has proudly served the Prior Lake community with compassionate, high-quality veterinary care. Founded by Dr. Bruce Viren and Dr. Cindy Sellin, our practice has grown from an equine ambulatory service to a full-service small animal hospital offering advanced medicine and lifelong care for pets and their families. Our experienced team of eight veterinarians—including partners Dr. Laurie Miller, Dr. Alexis Wangen, and Dr. Jennifer Darchuk—provides comprehensive services ranging from preventive wellness and surgery to regenerative medicine and dentistry. We are accredited by the American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA) and Cat Friendly Certified, reflecting our commitment to the highest standards of care. In 2012, we expanded to include River Valley Groom & Board, offering grooming, boarding, and doggy daycare—all under one roof