Clay Center Critter Care

Clay Center, NE

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At a glance

Facility type
Veterinary Practice
Practice tier
General
Clinic type
Standalone
Operating status
Operational
Appointment model
Unknown
24/7 care
No
Accepting new patients
Yes

Species treated

Small Animal Companion Equine Food Animal

Services

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

Amenities & accessibility

Appointments
Appointments recommended
Service options
Onsite services
Amenities
Restroom
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lotWheelchair accessible restroom

Overview

Clay Center Critter Care is a predominantly small animal clinic located in Clay Center, NE. It serves as a general practice providing routine veterinary health care; vaccinations, spays, neuters, dentals, x-rays, parasite control, ill animal care, plus more

Established in May 1995, Clay Center Critter Care originally housed in a 100-year-old building built as a local black smith shop. This 500 sq ft building served clients well for 14 years. In May 2009, Critter Care moved into a new 2500 sq ft building, a renovated house known as the Northrop House, originally built around 1900

Mission — We Value Relationships: To serve our clients and patients in a professional and kind manner; to let our clients know they are valued and to develop long-term relationships with our clients and their pets. Care Through All Life Stages: To provide excellent care to our patients throughout all stages of their lives; to foster long-term relationships between clients, patients, and doctors; to promote well-being and preventative care; and to provide a professional, courteous atmosphere for our clients. Strengthening Bonds: To strive to promote the human-animal bond by improving and comfortably prolonging the lives of the animals we care for, while serving and educating our clients to make each visit enjoyable, educational, and beneficial to both you and your pets. Unsurpassed Service: To strengthen the bond between humans and their pets by providing unsurpassed veterinary service in a caring environment. Promoting Health & Wellbeing: To promote health and wellbeing in our patients, alleviate illness, pain, and suffering, and to support pet owners and our community. Quality Care: To provide our patients, clients, and community with the highest quality veterinary medical treatment, friendly and caring service, and personalized care

Care capabilities

End-of-life care
In Clinic

Team at a glance

1
Veterinarian (DVM)
1
Licensed technicians
3
Support staff
5
Total team

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

Technology & equipment

Digital X-raysIn House Bloodwork (CBCs, Chemistry, T4, Phenobarbital)Online PharmacyPennHIP evaluationOFA Radiographs

Services in detail

ExamsVaccines (Rabies, Distemper, Leptospirosis, Bordetella, Feline Leukemia)DewormingNail TrimsAnal Gland ExpressionMicrochippingNew Puppy & Kitten PackagesSpays and NeutersPeriodic Low Cost Spay/Neuter ClinicsSpay USA discountsDeclawing – Dew Claw RemovalTail DockingC-SectionsCystotomyLump RemovalBiopsyOrthopedicsHeartworm TestingFeline Leukemia TestingFecal TestingSlide StainsIn House Bloodwork (CBCs, Chemistry, T4 Levels, Phenobarbital Levels)Reputable Laboratory Sendoff Locations (Zoetis, PhysLab, VARL, State Veterinary Diagnostic Labs, Mary Lanning Hospital Lab)Medication DeliveryOnline PharmacyHouse CallsEarly Drop OffEvening AppointmentsHospice CareEuthanasiaHumane After-Life Care (Cremation, Memorialization)Health Certificates (Small Animal, Large Animal, International, Rabies Certification)Ear Flushing, Hematoma Repair, Ear Mite Treatment, Ear Infection DiagnosisDental Cleanings, Extractions, Tartar Prevention ProductsDigital X-raysOFA RadiographsPregnancy diagnosisBarium StudiesPennHIP Radiographs

Memberships

NVMAAVMAClay Center Community Club

Appointments & hours

Monday: 8:00 am-5:00 pm, Tuesday: 8:00 am-5:00 pm, Wednesday: 10:00 am-2:00 pm, Thursday: 8:00 am-5:00 pm, Friday: Closed, Saturday: Closed, Sunday: Closed

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Frequently asked

Is Clay Center Critter Care accepting new patients?+

Yes — Clay Center Critter Care is currently accepting new patients.

What services does Clay Center Critter Care offer?+

Clay Center Critter Care offers General Practice, Wellness, Vaccination, Surgery, Dentistry, Imaging, In House Lab, Pharmacy, and more.

When was Clay Center Critter Care established?+

Clay Center Critter Care has served the Clay Center, NE community since 1995.

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