Business Details
33 Years
experience
Emergency
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Trusted Veterinarians in Silverton, OR
Silver Creek Animal Clinic has been dedicated to providing exceptional veterinary care for small animals in Silverton, Oregon since 1993. Our mission centers on delivering the highest standard of medical attention while ensuring accessible options for pet owners. With a team of experienced veterinarians, we offer comprehensive services including wellness exams, surgical procedures, and specialized care tailored to individual patient needs. Our Fear Free Approach prioritizes patient comfort through innovative techniques like pheromone therapy and specially designed exam rooms. We maintain a strong commitment to community service, offering low-cost neutering programs and 24/7 emergency triage support. Our facility combines modern veterinary technology with a personalized touch, including a dedicated cat-only exam space and a comfort room for end-of-life care.We emphasize preventive medicine, dental health, and pain management, recognizing the unique requirements of each life stage in pets. Our team's extensive experience, including internships and advanced surgical training, ensures expert care across multiple disciplines. We actively engage in continuing education to stay at the forefront of veterinary advancements while maintaining transparent communication with clients. This combination of technical expertise, compassionate care, and community focus has established us as a trusted partner in pet health for over three decades.
Services
Wellness Visits
Vaccinations
Dental Services
Surgical Procedures
Emergency Care
Parasite Prevention
Pain Management
Spay/Neuter Services
Feline Care
Preventative Medicine
Details
- Year established: 1993
Highlights and features
- We offer over 30 years of experience in small animal veterinary care
- Our Fear Free Approach reduces patient anxiety through specialized environments
- We provide 24/7 emergency triage support with after-hours monitoring
- Our team includes veterinarians with advanced surgical and dental expertise
- We maintain a dedicated cat-only exam room with species-specific amenities
Services
Wellness Visits
Annual comprehensive exams detect early health issues in pets who often hide symptoms. Our veterinarians assess vital signs, dental health, and organ function while providing preventive care recommendations tailored to each pet's specific needs and lifestyle.
Vaccinations
Customized vaccination schedules protect pets against common infectious diseases. We offer core vaccines for rabies, distemper, and parvovirus along with lifestyle-based recommendations for bordetella and leptospirosis, ensuring optimal disease prevention for each animal's risk profile.
Dental Services
Professional cleanings and oral exams prevent periodontal disease through anesthetized procedures. Our dental care includes tartar removal, tooth extractions when necessary, and client education on home care techniques to maintain optimal oral health between visits.
Surgical Procedures
Orthopedic and soft tissue surgeries address injuries and chronic conditions. Our surgical services include spay/neuter operations, mass removals, and fracture repairs performed with modern anesthetic monitoring and post-operative pain management protocols to ensure patient safety and comfort.
Emergency Care
After-hours triage service connects clients with on-call veterinarians for urgent medical concerns. We provide initial assessment guidance and referral information to 24-hour emergency facilities while maintaining continuity of care for established patients requiring immediate attention outside regular business hours.
People
Jennifer Ceremuga
Owner/Veterinarian
Dr. Ceremuga owns the clinic since 2022 after graduating from Colorado State University and completing an internship in Colorado. She focuses on wellness care and surgical procedures while leading the practice's commitment to compassionate veterinary medicine.
Kevin Tangeman
Veterinarian
Dr. Tangeman graduated from Oregon State University's Carlson College of Veterinary Medicine in 2014. He specializes in soft tissue surgery, dentistry, and oncology while providing general practice and emergency care services to Silverton residents since 2013.
Kaci Koch
Veterinarian
Dr. Koch joined the team in 2019 after graduating in 2009. She focuses on preventive care, dental health, and feline medicine while maintaining strong community ties through local pet owner education initiatives and outreach programs.
Flip Jung
Veterinarian
Dr. Jung graduated from Oregon State University in 2019 and joined the clinic in 2023. His expertise includes surgical procedures and mixed medicine practice, combining traditional veterinary techniques with modern diagnostic approaches for comprehensive patient care.
Laynee Hokanson
Veterinarian
Dr. Hokanson earned her veterinary degree from Iowa State University in 2019. She specializes in soft tissue surgery and pain management while emphasizing preventive care strategies that address each pet's unique health requirements throughout their life stages.
Questions
What emergency services do you offer after hours?
We provide 24/7 emergency triage via voicemail system monitored until midnight daily. Life-threatening cases should contact one of our partner 24-hour emergency clinics listed on our website.
What makes your Fear Free Approach unique?
Our specially designed exam rooms use pheromone therapy, calming music, and home-like environments to reduce animal anxiety. We offer a cat-only space and comfort room for end-of-life care.
Do you offer online pharmacy options?
While we encourage local shopping, we provide access to third-party online pharmacy services for medication and Purina food delivery directly to clients' homes.
What surgical services do you provide?
We perform spay/neuter operations, soft tissue surgeries, and orthopedic procedures. Our surgical program includes low-cost neutering for male cats and advanced pain management protocols.
How can I schedule an appointment?
Appointments can be scheduled through our website portal or by calling our main phone number during regular business hours for both routine and urgent care needs.
What areas do you serve?
We primarily serve Silverton and surrounding communities including Salem, Keizer, Albany, and Tualatin while maintaining referral relationships with regional 24-hour emergency facilities.
