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Trusted Small Animal Veterinary Care in the Upper Valley
Riverbend Veterinary Clinic has served the Upper Valley community for over four decades, dedicated to providing compassionate and comprehensive care for small animals. Founded in the 1980s by Dr. Barbara LeClair as a mixed-animal practice, we transitioned to specialize exclusively in small animal care under the leadership of Dr. Kate Whybrow in 2020. Our services encompass preventative medicine, advanced surgical procedures, dentistry, diagnostics, and emergency care, all delivered with a commitment to patient safety and pain management. We prioritize personalized wellness plans tailored to each pet's lifestyle and evolving health needs, supported by state-of-the-art in-house laboratory capabilities and tele-radiology partnerships.Our clinic offers convenient services including drop-off appointments, an on-site pharmacy, and a partnership with Covetrus for home-delivered medications. We provide end-of-life care options with dignity, including in-clinic, garden, and home euthanasia services. Our team maintains expertise in nutrition counseling, managing chronic conditions through prescription diets, and implementing evidence-based supplement protocols. Located in Plainfield, NH, we serve pet owners across New Hampshire and Vermont with accessible care and 24/7 emergency referral partnerships. Our independent ownership structure ensures we remain responsive to community needs while maintaining the highest standards of veterinary medicine.
Services
Preventative Medicine
Surgical Procedures
Dental Care
Emergency Services
Diagnostic Testing
Pharmacy Services
End of Life Care
Nutrition Counseling
Drop-off Appointments
Urgent Care
Highlights and features
- We offer over 40 years of continuous veterinary expertise in the Upper Valley region
- Our clinic provides comprehensive care from preventative medicine to advanced surgical procedures
- 24/7 emergency support through local referral partnerships ensures critical care availability
- Customized wellness plans adapt to each pet's specific health requirements and lifestyle
- Convenient services include drop-off appointments and home-delivered medications via online pharmacy
Services
Preventative Medicine
Our preventative medicine program includes customized vaccination schedules and comprehensive wellness exams. We utilize microchipping for pet recovery and focus on early disease detection through regular check-ups. Services adapt to each pet's age, breed, and lifestyle requirements while incorporating the latest medical research.
Surgical Procedures
We perform routine and advanced surgical procedures using modern anesthesia protocols and pain management techniques. Our capabilities include spay/neuter operations, mass removals, and dental surgeries with digital radiography. Complex cases receive referrals to specialized surgical facilities for optimal outcomes.
Emergency Services
Emergency care is available during regular business hours with after-hours support through SAVES emergency hospital. We handle urgent medical situations requiring immediate attention while maintaining partnerships with regional specialty hospitals for critical care needs beyond our operating hours.
Diagnostic Testing
Our IDEXX-based in-house laboratory provides rapid bloodwork analysis, urinalysis, and parasite screening. For specialized testing, we collaborate with national veterinary labs while offering digital radiography and tele-radiology services. Ultrasound capabilities include bladder imaging and pregnancy diagnosis.
End of Life Care
We provide compassionate end-of-life care options including palliative treatment plans and quality-of-life assessments. Euthanasia services occur in-clinic, our outdoor Memorial Garden, or through scheduled home visits. Cremation arrangements and emotional support resources accompany this sensitive process.
Questions
What emergency care options are available after hours?
For emergencies outside our regular hours, contact SAVES at 603-306-0007. We maintain partnerships with regional emergency hospitals in Concord and Williston for critical care needs.
Do you offer online medication ordering?
Yes, our partnership with Covetrus provides an online pharmacy with competitive pricing, free shipping, and auto-ship options for flea/tick preventatives, heartworm medication, and prescription diets.
What preventative care services do you provide?
We offer customized vaccination schedules, wellness exams, microchipping, and parasite screening. Our preventative program focuses on early disease detection and tailored health maintenance plans for each pet's specific needs.
Can I schedule appointments outside regular hours?
We operate Monday-Friday 8AM-5:30PM with drop-off appointments available. For urgent needs beyond our hours, our emergency referral partners provide 24/7 critical care services.
What diagnostic capabilities do you have onsite?
Our in-house lab performs bloodwork, urinalysis, and infectious disease testing. Digital radiography and ultrasound services support diagnostics, with tele-radiology consultations available for complex imaging cases.
