Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Emergency
services
Your Trusted Veterinary Partner in Plattsmouth, NE
Plattsmouth Animal Hospital has been dedicated to animal care since 1973, providing comprehensive veterinary services to Plattsmouth, NE, and surrounding areas. Our team of experienced veterinarians and staff specialize in preventative care, surgical procedures, and emergency services for dogs, cats, and select small animals. With a focus on compassionate care and modern medical practices, we maintain a commitment to both pet health and client education. Our facility offers in-house diagnostics, an online pharmacy partnership, and house-call services for client convenience.The hospital's long-standing reputation is built on decades of service, continuous adaptation to veterinary advancements, and a genuine love for animals that drives every team member. We prioritize transparent communication, ethical treatment practices, and community engagement through veterinary education initiatives. Our multi-doctor team brings diverse expertise in areas including dermatology, internal medicine, and orthopedic surgery, ensuring comprehensive care under one roof.
Services
Vaccinations
Surgical Procedures
Preventative Care
Emergency Services
House Calls
In-House Pharmacy
Pet Medications
Veterinary Diagnostics
Spay & Neuter
Pet Health Exams
Details
- Year established: 1973
Highlights and features
- We offer 24/7 emergency veterinary services with experienced staff
- Our multi-doctor team includes specialists in dermatology and orthopedic surgery
- We provide house-call services with advance notice appointments
- Our in-house pharmacy offers immediate access to pet medications and supplies
- We maintain electronic medical records integrated with online pharmacy services
Associations and certifications
- Covetrus Online Pharmacy
What people say
Great care
Courteous service
Caring staff
Top notch doctors
Expert medical care
Services
Vaccinations
We provide core and elective vaccinations for dogs and cats following AAHA guidelines. Our protocol includes rabies, distemper, and feline leukemia vaccines. Each vaccination appointment includes a brief health assessment to ensure pet readiness for immunization.
Surgical Procedures
Our surgical services range from routine spays/neuters to complex orthopedic procedures. The hospital maintains modern surgical facilities with anesthesia monitoring equipment. We offer pre-operative bloodwork and post-operative care instructions for all surgical patients.
Emergency Services
We provide after-hours emergency care through an on-call veterinarian system. Emergency services include trauma treatment, poisoning response, and acute illness management. Clients can access emergency care by calling our dedicated after-hours number 402-597-2911.
House Calls
Our qualified staff offers house-call services for routine checkups and basic treatments. This service requires advance scheduling and is particularly beneficial for elderly pets or owners with mobility challenges. House calls include full medical record integration.
In-House Pharmacy
We maintain an on-site pharmacy with heartworm preventatives, flea/tick control products, and prescription medications. Our pharmacy offers immediate access to required treatments following appointments. We also provide medication counseling with our veterinary technicians.
People
Charles Stoehr
Veterinarian
Senior veterinarian and founder with 50+ years experience. Specializes in small animal surgery and feline medicine. Graduate of Kansas State University and active member of Nebraska Veterinary Medical Association.
Robin Hill
Veterinarian
Plattsmouth native with 20+ years in small animal practice. Focus areas include dermatology and internal medicine. Actively involved in community veterinary education programs and youth mentorship initiatives.
Stephanie Peetz
Veterinarian
Honors graduate from Iowa State University with expertise in ophthalmology and dermatology. Joined the team in 2015 after completing veterinary school with distinction. Active in local veterinary continuing education programs.
Alicia Koopman-Schmidt
Veterinarian
Specialist in puppy/kitten care and soft tissue surgery. Former mixed animal practitioner with 3 years experience in southwest Minnesota before returning to Nebraska in 2018. Husker sports enthusiast and community volunteer.
Kellie Wise
Veterinarian
Recent addition with 9 years emergency medicine experience. Brings expertise in both small and large animal care. Currently developing full bio for website inclusion following her recent July 2024 start date.
Questions
What species do you treat?
We primarily treat dogs and cats, with limited preventative care services for horses, goats, and small hobby-farm animals by appointment.
Do you offer after-hours emergency care?
Yes, we provide 24/7 emergency services through our on-call system. Call 402-597-2911 for urgent veterinary assistance after regular business hours.
How can I refill prescriptions?
Press option #3 on our phone system to request prescription refills, or use our online pharmacy partner Covetrus for automatic medication delivery.
What are your vaccination protocols?
We follow AAHA guidelines for core vaccinations while offering customized recommendations based on each pet's lifestyle and health status.
Do you offer house-call services?
Yes, we provide house-call services with advance notice. This option works well for elderly pets or owners needing special accommodations.
How do you handle pet medical records?
We maintain electronic records integrated with our pharmacy systems. This allows seamless tracking of treatments, medications, and vaccination histories.
