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Your Trusted Partner for Veterinary Care in Sheridan, CO
South Platte Veterinary Hospital is a full-service veterinary medical facility dedicated to providing exceptional care for pets in Sheridan, CO, and surrounding areas. Our mission focuses on building lasting relationships with clients while promoting animal health through compassionate, comprehensive services. With a team of highly skilled veterinarians and staff, we offer preventive care, diagnostics, surgery, and dentistry in a welcoming environment designed to reduce pet stress. Our hospital combines state-of-the-art facilities with personalized attention, ensuring both routine check-ups and complex procedures receive meticulous care.We prioritize client education and transparent communication, helping pet owners make informed decisions about their animals' health. Our Fear Free Certified team members specialize in comforting anxious pets, and we maintain an in-house laboratory for rapid diagnostic results. With decades of combined experience across our veterinary professionals, we approach each case with expertise and empathy, treating every pet as if they were our own family members.
Services
Vaccinations
Spay/Neuter
Dental Services
X-Rays
Blood Work
General Surgery
Wellness Exams
Emergency Care
End-of-Life Services
Parasite Control
Highlights and features
- Our team includes Fear Free Certified professionals specializing in calming anxious pets
- We offer cat-specific examination rooms for reduced stress visits
- Decades of combined experience across veterinary medicine and surgical procedures
- In-house laboratory provides rapid diagnostic results for timely treatment decisions
- Comprehensive care from routine wellness exams to complex surgical interventions
What people say
Incredible staff
Affordable prices
Compassionate care
Quick bloodwork results
Fear Free Certified team
Services
Pet Wellness & Preventative Care
Our comprehensive wellness exams assess pets' overall health through physical evaluations, vaccination updates, and lifestyle assessments. We create customized preventive care plans addressing parasite control, nutrition, and age-specific needs. Our veterinarians work closely with owners to establish proactive health strategies that extend pets' lifespans and improve quality of life.
Pet Dentistry
We provide professional dental cleanings, polishing, and extractions using advanced equipment and techniques. Our dental services include oral health assessments during annual exams and at-home care recommendations. Our team addresses periodontal disease prevention and treatment to maintain pets' overall health and prevent systemic infections.
Routine Pet Surgery
Our surgical services range from spay/neuter procedures to complex orthopedic operations. We utilize state-of-the-art equipment and maintain strict sterilization protocols. Pre-anesthetic bloodwork and pain management plans ensure patient safety, while post-operative care instructions help owners support their pets' recovery at home.
Advanced Pet Diagnostics
We employ cutting-edge diagnostic technology including digital radiography and in-house laboratory testing. These tools enable rapid identification of internal issues, from fractures to organ dysfunction. Our diagnostic capabilities support accurate treatment planning and monitoring of chronic conditions through timely, precise results.
End-of-Life Pet Care
We provide compassionate end-of-life care options for pets and their families. Our team offers emotional support and guidance during this difficult time, helping owners make informed decisions about palliative care and euthanasia. We create private, comfortable environments for farewell moments while respecting individual needs.
People
Melinda Wood
Managing Veterinarian
Dr. Wood earned her B.S. in Marine Biology and Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine from Texas A&M University. With experience at Banfield Pet Hospital and Portland Veterinary Wellness Center, she specializes in soft tissue surgery, dermatology, and parasitology while mentoring veterinary professionals.
Jamie Charlie
Associate Veterinarian
Dr. Charlie graduated from LSU School of Veterinary Medicine and completed an internship at Southeast Veterinary Specialists. She brings 15+ years of general practice experience to our team, focusing on comprehensive pet care and client education.
Becky Graf
Associate Veterinarian
With 24 years of veterinary experience, Dr. Graf graduated from Kansas State Veterinary College. She emphasizes the human-animal bond and approaches each case with compassion, bringing extensive expertise in companion animal care to our practice.
Sara Logan
Practice Manager
Sara graduated from Bel-Rea Institute in 2012 and became Fear Free Certified. As Practice Manager, she specializes in comforting nervous dogs and coordinates our team's collaborative approach to pet care while managing daily operations.
Ashley
Registered Veterinary Technician
Ashley graduated from Bel Rea Institute in 2014 and specializes in Emergency and Internal Medicine. She focuses on client education, helping owners understand complex medical conditions and treatment plans for their pets.
Questions
What services does South Platte Veterinary Hospital offer?
We provide wellness exams, vaccinations, spay/neuter surgeries, dental care, diagnostic imaging, emergency services, and end-of-life care for companion animals.
Do you accept emergency veterinary cases?
Yes, we offer urgent care services during regular business hours for unexpected pet health issues requiring immediate attention.
Are your staff trained to handle anxious pets?
Several team members are Fear Free Certified, specializing in reducing stress for nervous animals during veterinary visits.
Can I schedule appointments online?
Yes, we offer convenient online booking through our website for routine and urgent care visits.
Do you have cat-specific examination rooms?
Yes, we maintain specially designed spaces to create more comfortable experiences for our feline patients.
What payment methods do you accept?
We accept major credit cards, cash, and CareCredit financing for veterinary services at our Sheridan location.
