Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Emergency
services
Your Trusted Veterinarians in German Valley & Rock City, IL
New Hope Veterinary Clinic has served German Valley and Rock City, Illinois, since 1971, providing high-level veterinary medicine with compassionate care. Established by Dr. Calvin Barthel, the clinic expanded from a home-based practice to two modern facilities, offering services for companion animals, horses, and farm animals. Our team of experienced veterinarians and staff prioritize personalized attention, utilizing advanced diagnostics and treatment methods while maintaining a commitment to preventative care and client education.We emphasize timely service, transparent communication, and treating every pet as if it were our own. With decades of combined experience, we remain dedicated to fostering the human-animal bond and addressing the evolving needs of our community.
Services
Exams and Consultations
Nutritional Counseling
Surgery
Vaccinations
Microchipping
Preventative Medicine
Diagnostics
Pharmacy Services
Details
- Year established: 1971
Highlights and features
- We have over 50 years of combined veterinary experience serving the community.
- Our team provides compassionate, personalized care for pets and livestock.
- We offer emergency veterinary services for urgent pet care needs.
- Our staff includes highly trained veterinarians with expertise in mixed-animal care.
- We maintain transparent communication and timely service for client convenience.
What people say
Loving care
Amazing staff
Super friendly
Prompt service
Best veterinary clinic
Services
Exams and Consultations
Our comprehensive exams include physical assessments, diet reviews, and preventative care planning. We focus on early detection of health issues and weight management to ensure long-term wellness for pets. Services are tailored to each animal's lifestyle and age-specific needs.
Surgery
We provide surgical treatments with pre- and post-operative communication to minimize stress for pet owners. Our procedures prioritize patient safety and recovery, supported by diagnostic imaging and personalized aftercare instructions for optimal healing outcomes.
Vaccinations
Customized vaccination plans protect pets from regional diseases. We educate clients on core and non-core vaccines, ensuring compliance with local regulations while addressing individual risk factors for each animal.
Microchipping
This safe, minimally invasive procedure offers permanent identification for lost pets. We register chips with owner contact details, enabling rapid reunification through veterinary clinics and shelters using universal scanning technology.
Diagnostics
On-site digital X-rays, ultrasound, and blood profiling enable swift diagnosis. Our technology supports accurate assessments of internal conditions, allowing immediate treatment planning for acute and chronic health issues in animals.
People
Dr. Robert J. Ebbesmeyer
Partner
Graduated from the University of Missouri in 1990. Served as ISVMA Past President and currently holds NIVMA Secretary/Treasurer role. Specializes in mixed-animal care with 30+ years of clinical experience.
Dr. Susan Myers
Partner
University of Illinois veterinary graduate with expertise in rural animal care. Enjoys motorcycle riding and outdoor activities while maintaining focus on compassionate client communication and animal welfare.
Dr. Ann Johnson
Associate Veterinarian
2009 University of Illinois graduate specializing in equine and companion animal care. Combines clinical practice with equestrian interests, offering tailored treatment plans for diverse patient needs.
Dr. Elizabeth Brehm
Associate Veterinarian
Iowa State University graduate with experience in Wisconsin and Iowa. Focuses on client-patient relationship building while providing comprehensive medical and surgical care for all species.
Questions
What services does New Hope Veterinary Clinic offer?
We provide exams, surgery, vaccinations, microchipping, diagnostics, and preventative care for pets and livestock. Our full-service pharmacy fills prescriptions onsite for client convenience.
How do I schedule an appointment?
Call our German Valley location at (815) 362-3151 or Rock City office at (815) 865-5917 during business hours. Emergency cases are prioritized as needed.
Do you offer emergency veterinary care?
Yes, we handle urgent cases during regular business hours. Our staff communicates schedule changes promptly when emergencies occur.
What areas do you serve?
We primarily serve German Valley and Rock City, Illinois, with clients from surrounding communities seeking our comprehensive veterinary services.
Are your veterinarians experienced with farm animals?
Yes, our team has decades of combined experience treating horses and farm animals alongside companion pets, maintaining expertise in mixed-animal care.
