Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Emergency
services
Your Trusted Local Veterinarian in Bushnell, IL
Bushnell Veterinary Service has been dedicated to providing quality care and professional service to clients since 1947. Our experienced team specializes in treating both large and small animals, offering comprehensive veterinary services to the Bushnell, IL community. With over 70 years of expertise, we prioritize compassionate care for pets and livestock, including dogs, cats, cattle, sheep, goats, horses, and pigs. Our practice at 573 Ludwig St. serves patients within a 30-mile radius, maintaining weekday hours from 7:30 am to 5:00 pm. We provide essential services such as general medicine, surgery, dental care, digital X-rays, and bloodwork analysis.Our multi-specialty approach extends to large animal herd health programs and advanced ultrasound capabilities. Established as a locally owned practice, we maintain strong relationships with our clients while implementing modern veterinary techniques. Our team includes full-time, part-time, and semi-retired veterinarians supported by certified veterinary technicians and assistants. We offer after-hours emergency services exclusively for established clients with clean account histories. Our commitment to community care is reflected in our long-standing reputation and specialized attention to both companion animals and livestock.
Services
Small Animal General Medicine
Surgery
Teeth Cleaning
Digital X-Rays
Bloodwork Analysis
Microchips
Herd Health Programs
Ultrasound Services
Details
- Year established: 1947
Highlights and features
- We have over 70 years of veterinary experience since 1947
- Our team treats both small pets and large livestock animals
- We offer multi-specialty services including surgery and ultrasound
- Locally owned practice serving the Bushnell community
- Emergency services available for established clients
Services
Small Animal General Medicine
Our small animal general medicine covers diagnosis, medications, and treatments for companion animals. We provide comprehensive healthcare for dogs and cats through regular check-ups and specialized care. Our experienced veterinarians address common and complex medical conditions with modern diagnostic tools.
Surgical Procedures
We perform various surgical procedures including spaying, neutering, growth removals, and specialized repairs. Our surgical services address ear hematomas, entropion, and pyometra conditions in animals. The clinic maintains sterile environments and uses advanced techniques for optimal patient outcomes.
Teeth Cleaning
Professional dental services include scaling, polishing, and extractions for animals. We emphasize oral health maintenance to prevent systemic issues in pets. Our dental care combines preventive and corrective treatments using appropriate veterinary equipment.
Digital X-Rays
Digital X-ray imaging is available for diagnostic evaluation of dogs and cats. This technology enables quick, accurate internal examinations with reduced radiation exposure. Our radiology services support comprehensive diagnosis of skeletal and internal organ conditions.
Herd Health Programs
We implement comprehensive herd health programs for large animals including cattle and sheep. Services include ultrasound capabilities and bovine embryo implanting techniques. Our approach focuses on preventive care and reproductive health management for livestock operations.
People
S. N. McKim DVM
Veterinarian
Dr. S.N. McKim provides full-time veterinary care at Bushnell Veterinary Service. With extensive experience in both small and large animal treatment, he contributes to the clinic's 70+ year legacy of quality care.
A. K. Barclay DVM
Veterinarian
Dr. A.K. Barclay continues semi-retired service at Bushnell Veterinary Service. Bringing decades of experience in animal healthcare, he supports the clinic's mission of compassionate treatment for all patients.
J. D. Huston DVM
Veterinarian
Dr. J.D. Huston offers semi-retired veterinary expertise at Bushnell Veterinary Service. His career spans multiple generations of animal care, maintaining the clinic's tradition of excellence since its 1947 founding.
K. J. Kelso DVM
Veterinarian
Dr. K.J. Kelso provides part-time veterinary services at Bushnell Veterinary Service. Combining modern techniques with the clinic's established practices, he contributes to comprehensive care for both small and large animals.
Nicole
Office Manager
Nicole manages clinic operations as Office Manager at Bushnell Veterinary Service. Supporting the veterinary team, she ensures smooth administrative functions and client communication for the 70+ year-old practice.
Questions
What types of animals do you treat?
We treat both small animals like dogs and cats, as well as large livestock including cattle, sheep, goats, horses, and pigs.
Do you offer emergency veterinary services?
Yes, we provide after-hours emergency services for established clients with clean account histories. Payment is required at time of service.
What are your office hours?
We're open Monday-Friday 7:30 am - 5:00 pm, and Saturdays 7:30 am - 12:00 pm (only on 1st & 3rd weekends). Closed Sundays except for emergencies.
What payment methods do you accept?
We accept American Express, Cash, Check, Discover, Tap-to-Pay, and Visa for veterinary services and animal care products.
How far do your services extend?
Our veterinary services cover a 30-mile radius from our clinic located at 573 Ludwig St, Bushnell, IL 61422.
