Business Details
31 Years
experience
Comprehensive Veterinary Care in Versailles, OH
Bruns Animal Clinic has been dedicated to providing comprehensive veterinary care for pets and livestock in Darke County, Ohio, since 1995. Our team of experienced veterinarians offers a wide range of services, including routine exams, dental care, surgeries, vaccinations, boarding, and grooming, tailored to meet the needs of both small and large animals. For large animals, we provide on-site farm visits to ensure your livestock receive timely and effective care. We are committed to preventative care, utilizing modern veterinary practices to maintain the health and productivity of your animals.In 2025, we will transition emergency services to partner clinics while continuing to offer reliable, compassionate care during regular hours. Our clinic features the Snout app for pet wellness management and a convenient online pharmacy for medications and supplies. With decades of combined experience, our team prioritizes personalized attention, client education, and the highest standards of animal health and welfare.
Services
Routine Exams
Dental Care
Surgeries
Vaccinations
Boarding
Grooming
Details
- Year established: 1995
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of veterinary expertise serving Darke County since 1995.
- Our team provides on-site care for large animals directly at your farm.
- We utilize the Snout app for convenient pet health management and communication.
- Our clinic maintains rigorous standards for preventative care and diagnostics.
- We serve both small pets and large animals with specialized, tailored services.
What people say
Best vet around
Trusted them for 15 years
Polite and responsive
Sweet during difficult times
Top-notch professional operation
Services
Large Animal Care
Bruns Animal Clinic provides on-site veterinary care for livestock, including preventative care, herd health management, emergency treatment, and reproductive services. Our team specializes in cattle, horses, sheep, and goats, offering diagnostics, vaccinations, and tailored nutrition plans. We focus on maximizing farm productivity while ensuring animal health and welfare through customized herd health programs.
Routine Exams
Our comprehensive wellness exams monitor animal health through physical assessments, weight checks, dental evaluations, and preventative care planning. These visits detect early health issues, update vaccinations, and provide guidance for pet owners. We emphasize proactive care to maintain long-term health for pets and livestock.
Dental Care
Professional dental services include exams, cleanings, extractions, and preventative care for pets. We address plaque buildup, gum disease, and tooth decay using advanced techniques. Our team educates owners on home care practices, ensuring optimal oral health to prevent systemic health issues in animals.
Boarding
Our boarding facility offers secure, climate-controlled accommodations with daily exercise, nutritious meals, and medical care for pets. We provide special attention for animals requiring medication or post-surgical monitoring. The veterinary clinic setting ensures immediate access to medical support if needed during stays.
Vaccinations
Customized vaccination plans protect pets and livestock from infectious diseases. We administer core vaccines for dogs, cats, cattle, horses, and small ruminants, along with herd-specific immunization programs. Our services include puppy/kitten series, annual boosters, and farm visit administration for large animals.
People
Dr. Bradley Lee Bruns DVM
Founder
Dr. Bruns graduated from The Ohio State University with a DVM in 1992. He founded Bruns Animal Clinic in 1995 after working in veterinary practices. He specializes in large animal care and serves on agricultural boards. He has four children and six grandchildren.
Dr. Ann Dapore DVM
Veterinarian
Dr. Dapore earned her DVM from Ohio State in 1998. She focuses on small animal internal medicine and dermatology, with experience in clinics across the U.S. and Australia. She joined Bruns Animal Clinic in 2018 after teaching psychology.
Dr. AJ Luft DVM
Veterinarian
Dr. Luft graduated from Ohio State's veterinary program in 1996. He specializes in large animal care, particularly dairy cattle, and co-owns Chickasaw Veterinary Center. He joined Bruns Animal Clinic part-time in 2018 while maintaining his own practice.
Questions
What services does Bruns Animal Clinic offer for large animals?
We provide on-site preventative care, herd health management, emergency treatment, reproductive services, and diagnostics for livestock including cattle, horses, sheep, and goats.
Do you offer emergency veterinary services after October 1, 2025?
No, after October 1, 2025, we will no longer provide after-hours emergency services. We recommend contacting MedVet, Care Center, or OSU for small animal emergencies.
What boarding amenities are available for pets?
Our boarding includes climate-controlled accommodations, daily exercise, nutritious meals, medication administration, and 24/7 veterinary oversight for pets requiring special care.
How does the Snout app benefit pet owners?
The Snout app allows access to medical records, appointment scheduling, health reminders, and direct communication with our clinic for convenient pet wellness management.
What vaccination services are available for livestock?
We offer customized herd vaccination programs for cattle, horses, sheep, and goats, including Blackleg, BVD, rabies, and respiratory disease vaccines with on-farm administration.
