Business Details
22 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Comprehensive Veterinary Care in Ripley, ON
Ripley-Huron Veterinary Clinic has been a trusted provider of comprehensive veterinary care in Ripley, Ontario, since 2004. Our mixed-practice approach serves both small and large animals, including pets, livestock, and equine patients. With a team of experienced veterinarians and technicians, we prioritize compassionate, personalized care tailored to each animal's unique needs. Our services span preventive medicine, diagnostics, surgery, emergency care, and farm animal health, supported by advanced technology like digital radiology and in-house lab analysis.We emphasize client education and community involvement, offering nutritional guidance, parasite prevention, and tailored wellness plans. Our commitment to excellence extends to after-hours emergency services, ensuring pets and livestock receive timely care when needed most.
Services
Pet Vaccinations
Wellness Exams
Dental Care
Surgical Services
Emergency Care
Farm Animal Health
Diagnostic Testing
Nutritional Guidance
Parasite Prevention
Mobile Veterinary Care
Details
- Year established: 2004
Highlights and features
- We offer 24/7 emergency services for urgent pet care needs.
- Our team includes veterinarians with specialized expertise in large animal care.
- We provide mobile veterinary services for farm animals across Bruce County.
- Our clinic features advanced diagnostic tools like digital dental radiology.
- We combine decades of local experience with ongoing professional development.
What people say
Compassionate care
Experienced staff
Emergency availability
Farm animal expertise
Thorough exams
Services
Comprehensive Vet Care
Our comprehensive veterinary care covers all life stages for pets and livestock. From puppy/kitten vaccinations to senior wellness exams, we provide tailored treatment plans. Our services include preventive care, diagnostics, surgery, and chronic condition management. With locations in Ripley, Lucknow, and Port Elgin, we combine advanced medical technology with compassionate, personalized attention to ensure optimal animal health.
Pet Vaccinations
We offer core and elective vaccinations for dogs, cats, and exotic pets. Our protocols follow AAHA guidelines while considering individual risk factors. Services include rabies, distemper, parvovirus, feline leukemia, and bordetella vaccines. We provide vaccination certificates and maintain detailed medical records. Our team educates owners about vaccine importance and schedules for puppies, kittens, and adult animals.
Wellness Exams
Annual wellness exams help detect health issues early. Our full-body assessments include weight checks, dental exams, and organ function evaluations. We offer senior pet screenings and farm animal herd health assessments. Diagnostic testing like bloodwork and fecal exams are available. These preventive visits ensure timely intervention and establish baseline health metrics for ongoing care planning.
Emergency Services
We provide after-hours emergency veterinary care for critical conditions. Our team handles trauma, poisoning, breathing difficulties, and other life-threatening situations. Services include stabilization, diagnostics, and surgical interventions. With 24/7 on-call availability, we ensure immediate care for pets and livestock. Emergency services operate from our main Ripley location with triage capabilities for large animals.
Farm Animal Care
Our mixed-practice includes specialized care for food production animals. Services cover herd health management, pregnancy ultrasounds, bull testing, and equine medicine. We offer on-farm consultations for biosecurity and disease prevention. Our team works with dairy, beef, and swine operations, providing routine check-ups and emergency farm visits. We combine traditional knowledge with modern veterinary practices to maintain livestock productivity and welfare.
People
Dr. Annika Rear
Co-Owner
Graduated from Ontario Veterinary College in 2006. Specializes in mixed animal practice with focus on local species. Active in community charities. Born and raised in Kincardine-Ripley area. 18 years of clinical experience.
Dr. Mike DeGroot
Co-Owner
Pig farm background with expertise in large animal health. Graduated from Ontario Veterinary College in 2006. Special interests include livestock disease prevention and biosecurity. Works with Ontario Pork on industry initiatives. 18 years of veterinary experience.
Debbie Kerley
Veterinary Technician
Certified technician with 23 years of experience. Graduated from Centralia College in 1988. Specializes in surgical assistance and client education. Active in Ontario Easter Seals Society. Combines technical expertise with compassionate animal handling.
Robyn Bridge
Registered Veterinary Technician
Veterinary professional since 2000. Completed Thompson Rivers University program in 2010. Specializes in dental care and grooming services. Provides care at Ripley and Port Elgin locations. Combines technical skills with animal handling expertise.
Brianna Wehrmann
Registered Veterinary Technician
Joined team in 2018 with University of Guelph-Ridgetown training. Specializes in surgical and dental procedures. Provides front-desk client services and lab work. Combines technical expertise with client communication skills. Active in community pet education initiatives.
Questions
What species do you treat?
We care for dogs, cats, exotic pets, equine, dairy, beef, and swine. Our mixed-practice approach covers small animals and food production livestock.
Do you offer after-hours emergency care?
Yes, we provide 24/7 emergency veterinary services for critical pet and livestock conditions at our Ripley location.
How do I schedule an appointment?
Call any of our three locations during business hours or use our online contact form. Emergency cases receive immediate triage.
What payment methods are accepted?
We accept cash, credit cards, and debit payments. Payment terms may apply for large farm animal services.
Do you provide mobile veterinary services?
Yes, our mobile unit serves farm animals across Bruce County for routine and emergency care.
Are vaccinations required for wellness exams?
Core vaccinations are recommended for all pets. We follow AAHA guidelines while considering individual risk factors during wellness visits.
