West Dakota Veterinary Clinic

12/20/2024

12/19/2024

West Dakota Vet Clinic Holiday Hours

Christmas
Dec 24- Closing at 12:00pm (Noon)
Dec 25-Closed

New Years
Dec 31- Closing at 12:00pm (Noon)
Jan 1- Closed

**24 Hour Emergency service will be available 701-483-0240**

12/18/2024

So excited to be bringing this type of sterilizer to our practice!

12/16/2024

On Friday, we had our annual Clinic Christmas Party at Fluffy Fields! We had a great time celebrating this exceptional team and are very grateful for the community we serve.

12/13/2024

In 2004, Congress designated December 13 as National Horse Day and, since then, Americans have been taking the day to celebrate and appreciate the role of the horse in not only helping our country become what it is today, but also its current role in the modern era. Horses make our lives better.
As a veterinary clinic, we serve a special role in helping maintain the health of horses and providing care for those in need of medical attention. We offer everything from routine care such as vaccinations and dentals to advanced procedures such as colic surgery and a neonatal ICU. Our team of doctors, licensed technicians and assistants are here to care for your horse’s needs each and every day.

12/12/2024

Drs. Kim Brummond and Erika Schumacher attended the AAEP convention. Not only did they learn the latest techniques and advancements in the equine industry, they also had private meetings with industry leaders. New and exciting treatments and modalities are on the horizon.

12/06/2024

National Cat Lovers’ Month is celebrated every year in December. Use this month to shower your pet cats with love and show them your appreciation!

12/05/2024

We would appreciate your vote!

Who will you choose this year?! Nominate and Vote Daily for your chance to win one of 3 Gift Card prizes! The top 3 nominating/voting contributors will win a prize! 1st Place $100 Gift Certificate 2nd Place $75 Gift Certificate 3rd Place $50 Gift Certificate of your choice to a winning business! Nom...

12/02/2024

🌟 Exciting News at West Dakota Veterinary Clinic! 🌟

We are thrilled to announce that our very own Skyla has officially become certified to assist Dr. Reetz with acupuncture treatments! 🎉🐾

Skyla’s dedication to learning this incredible healing modality is a testament to her passion for providing the best care to your furry family members. With her added skill, we can ensure an even smoother, more comforting experience for pets receiving acupuncture—a wonderful therapy that supports pain relief, improved mobility, and overall wellness. 💖✨

Join us in congratulating Skyla on this amazing accomplishment! Next time you see her at the clinic, be sure to give her a high-paw (or a big smile)! 🐶🐱

11/25/2024

🦃 Turkey hats are all the rage, and we’re totally stuffed with excitement! 🍂🎩
Who wore it best? Us or the bird? Either way, we’re serving up smiles (and maybe a few giggles). Wishing everyone a holiday full of laughter, love, and a little bit of hatitude! 🐾

The entire West Dakota Veterinary Clinic family wants to wish you and your loved ones a joyous and warm Thanksgiving.

We’re deeply grateful for the trust you place in us to care for your furry family members. It’s an honor to be part of their lives and yours.



Our Hours of operation for the upcoming holidays are:

Thursday- Closed

Friday-Closed

Saturday-Closed

Though our clinic is closed for regular business over the holiday, we want to remind you that we’re always here for you with 24-hour emergency care.

11/22/2024

🐾 Cutest Patient of the Day: Sadie! 🐾

Meet Sadie, the queen of expressive ears! 👑💕 This sweet pup stopped by West Dakota Veterinary Clinic today and instantly stole hearts. Her ears have a mind of their own—flipping, flopping, and perking up the second a treat is nearby! 🍖👂

We’re so lucky to have patients like Sadie who bring extra joy to our day! 🥰

11/20/2024

With Thanksgiving right around the corner, please keep in mind that many of the foods we enjoy are not safe for our pets. For example, fatty foods can put your pet at risk for pancreatitis, raisins and grapes can cause renal failure in some dogs, turkey bones and corn cobs can result in gastrointestinal injury or obstruction. Play it safe and keep these foods away from your pets.

11/18/2024

Horses are naturally well-adapted to thrive in frigid weather if they have the basics of adequate calorie intake, palatable water, and protection from wind and severe precipitation. A horse with a moderate hair coat starts requiring additional calories for body temperature regulation at approximately 50°F. Add about 2 pounds more hay for every 10-degree temperature drop. With wind and rain at near freezing temperatures, the feed required increases approximately 10-15 pounds to 32-47 pounds of hay per day! Roughage in the diet is the main source of heat for the horse.

11/13/2024

With the addition of Dr. Hannah Reetz to our team, we are excited to offer specialized veterinary acupuncture services to help improve circulation, reduce inflammation, alleviate pain, and enhance overall well-being. Rooted in thousands of years of tradition, this therapy involves the precise insertion of needles into specific points on the body to trigger the body's natural healing responses. Each acupuncture point has a targeted effect, promote healing for a variety of conditions, including but not limited to arthritis, asthma, gastrointestinal problems, muscle pain, anxiety, among other medical conditions. Our experienced team tailors each treatment to your pet’s specific needs, ensuring a gentle and holistic approach to their care. Whether your pet is recovering from surgery, managing a chronic condition, or simply in need of a little extra relief, veterinary acupuncture could be the solution you’ve been looking for. Contact us today to learn how acupuncture can help your pet feel their best!

11/11/2024

Thank you to all that serve.

11/06/2024

It is estimated that 900,000 horses will colic each year in the United States. The vast majority of those colics will be mild cases that resolve with simple medical treatment. Approximately 5 to 10% of colicky horses end up needing to be referred to a surgical facility and possibly undergo surgery to correct the issue. Current survival rates for colic surgery range from 80-95%. The greatest factor in determining whether a horse undergoing colic surgery lives or dies is early recognition by the owner and early referral by the veterinarian to a full-service equine hospital with intensive care and surgery facilities. Because of our remote location it used to be difficult for horse owners to get to a full-service facility in time. In 2016, West Dakota Veterinary Clinic opened a new Equine Center complete with a surgical suite and ICU to better care for the horses in the region. Since opening the Equine Center, we have treated hundreds of colics and out of those many medical colics, 135 of them have needed surgery.
Shelley’s horse Woody is one of the beneficiaries of our amazing team of surgeons and technicians led by Dr. Erika Schumacher. Woody had colic surgery five years ago today and is still going strong!

11/05/2024

🐴✨ Say hello to Tori, our equine superstar at West Dakota Veterinary Clinic! ✨🐴

She trotted in today proudly sporting her mom’s "I Voted" sticker! Tori might not have filled out a ballot, but she’s all about making her voice heard... especially when it comes to extra treats! 🐴🍎💙

Here’s to our four-legged citizens reminding us all to get out there and vote! 🗳️ Would your pet rock an "I Voted" sticker too? Let us know below! 🐾

11/04/2024

The month of November is designated as National Senior Pet Awareness Month, also known as National Adopt A Senior Pet Month. Senior pets deserve all the love ❤