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Your Trusted Partner for Comprehensive Animal Care in Ogallala, NE
For nearly 65 years, our clinic has delivered premier veterinary services to western Nebraska and eastern Colorado. Our practice balances a 50% large animal and 50% companion animal caseload, offering everything from routine preventative care to advanced referral-level procedures. Our team of four full-time veterinarians, six licensed technicians, and dedicated support staff serve clients across primary and satellite clinics. We specialize in mixed-species healthcare, utilizing cutting-edge technologies for livestock, equine, and companion animals. Our equine services include lameness evaluation, colic surgery, and reproductive care, while our bovine offerings cover herd health management and podiatry.Companion animal care spans routine vaccinations to orthopedic surgery, complemented by boarding and grooming. We prioritize client education, preventative medicine, and emergency services, operating with a commitment to community and animal welfare. Our veterinarians bring expertise in equine chiropractic, small animal internal medicine, and bovine production medicine, ensuring comprehensive care tailored to client needs.
Services
Livestock Services
Equine Care
Companion Animal Care
Pregnancy Diagnosis
Ultrasound Aging
Bull Breeding Exams
Obstetrics
Podiatry
Anesthesia
Artificial Insemination
Highlights and features
- We offer over 65 years of veterinary experience in mixed-species care.
- Our team includes four full-time veterinarians and six licensed technicians.
- We provide 24/7 emergency services for active clients.
- We cater to both large and companion animals with specialized care.
- Our clinic features advanced diagnostic tools and surgical capabilities.
Services
Companion Animal Care
Our clinic provides comprehensive care for dogs, cats, and other small animals. Services include routine vaccinations, deworming, general and orthopedic surgery, and in-house diagnostics. We also offer boarding, grooming, and acupuncture for companion animals.
Equine Services
We specialize in equine healthcare, offering lameness evaluation, colic surgery, reproductive care, and alternative therapies like acupuncture. Our facilities include a full surgical suite and advanced diagnostic tools for horses.
Bovine Services
Our bovine services cover herd health management, pregnancy diagnosis, bull breeding exams, and podiatry. We provide both ambulatory and in-clinic care for cow-calf, feedlot, and seedstock operations.
Internal Medicine
We diagnose and treat complex diseases using in-house bloodwork, endocrinology evaluations, and cytology services. Chronic disease monitoring and hospitalization are available for all species.
Surgery
Our surgical services include soft tissue and orthopedic procedures, ligament repair, and elective spays/neutering. We use gas anesthesia, advanced monitoring, and peri-operative pain management protocols.
People
Ron Moorhead
Owner
Dr. Moorhead specializes in equine general practice and orthopedic surgery. He also provides small animal chiropractic care and acupuncture. He enjoys working with grandkids and gundog trials.
Tara Fanning
Owner
Dr. Fanning focuses on equine internal medicine and companion animal practice. She leads the equine breeding program and prioritizes preventative care. She enjoys rodeo and sporting events.
Carrick Perlinger
Associate
Dr. Perlinger specializes in small animal internal medicine and preventative care. A western Nebraska native, he values client education and outdoor activities with his family.
Questions
What services do you offer for large animals?
We provide pregnancy diagnosis, podiatry, herd health management, bull breeding exams, and obstetrics for cattle and other large animals.
Do you provide emergency veterinary care?
Yes, we offer 24/7 emergency services for active clients. Call (308) 284-2182 for after-hours assistance.
What companion animal services are available?
We offer vaccinations, surgery, dental care, boarding, and grooming for dogs, cats, and small pets in Ogallala, NE.
Are equine reproductive services available?
Yes, our equine specialists provide artificial insemination, mare health management, and reproductive care for horse owners.
How can I schedule an appointment?
Call (308) 284-2182 to schedule appointments for livestock, equine, or companion animal services at our Ogallala clinic.