Business Details
Compassionate Veterinary Care in Salem, OR
Animal Care Center Veterinary Clinic has been dedicated to providing comprehensive veterinary care for dogs and cats in Salem, OR, and surrounding areas since our founding. Our team of experienced veterinarians and support staff combines cutting-edge medical practices with compassionate care, prioritizing both patient health and client education. We offer a full range of services from wellness exams and vaccinations to advanced diagnostics and surgical procedures, ensuring pets receive personalized care throughout all life stages. Our facility maintains a warm, welcoming environment where every pet is treated as part of our extended family. With decades of combined experience, our doctors bring specialized expertise in geriatric care, acupuncture, and behavioral medicine.We emphasize preventative care to detect and address health issues early, while also providing emergency referral services for critical situations. Our commitment to excellence extends to client communication, ensuring pet owners make informed decisions about their animals' health. As a locally owned practice, we maintain competitive pricing without corporate overhead, focusing on building lasting relationships with pets and their families. Our team actively participates in continuing education to stay current with veterinary advancements, and we maintain a fully stocked pharmacy for convenient medication access. This dedication to comprehensive, compassionate care has earned us recognition as one of Salem's highest-rated veterinary hospitals.
Services
Vaccinations
Wellness Exams
Dental Care
Surgery
Parasite Treatment
Hospice Services
Senior Pet Care
Microchipping
Nutritional Counseling
Radiology
Highlights and features
- We offer comprehensive veterinary services from wellness exams to advanced surgeries.
- Our team provides personalized care tailored to each pet's needs.
- We prioritize client education to ensure informed decisions about pet health.
- We have experienced veterinarians with expertise in geriatric care and acupuncture.
- We are one of the highest-rated veterinary clinics in Salem, OR.
What people say
Kind, compassionate staff
Exemplary service
Personalized care
Quick appointment turnaround
Confident diagnosis
Services
Vaccinations
We provide essential vaccinations to protect pets against preventable diseases. Our protocol includes core vaccines like rabies while considering individual health needs. Vaccination schedules follow veterinary guidelines to ensure optimal protection throughout a pet's life.
Wellness Exams
Comprehensive physical examinations detect early signs of health issues. Our wellness visits include weight assessment, dental evaluation, and parasite screening. Regular check-ups help maintain pets' health through all life stages with tailored preventative care recommendations.
Dental Care
We offer complete dental services including cleanings, extractions, and periodontal treatment. Our approach addresses both cosmetic and medical dental needs. Preventative dental care helps avoid serious health complications from oral infections.
Surgery
Our surgical services cover routine procedures and complex operations. We maintain strict sterilization protocols and use modern anesthetic monitoring. Post-operative care includes pain management and recovery guidance for pet owners.
Senior Pet Care
Specialized care for aging pets includes advanced diagnostics and chronic condition management. We focus on maintaining quality of life through tailored nutrition plans, pain management, and early detection of age-related diseases.
People
Dr. Douglas M. Slama
Veterinarian
A lifelong Salem resident with 30+ years of small animal practice experience. Graduated from Oregon State University in 1991. Specializes in general practice and surgery while maintaining active involvement in continuing veterinary education.
Dr. Amy Harbord
Veterinarian
Joined in 2022 after practicing in Colorado and North Carolina. Focuses on surgery and internal medicine with special attention to fearful patients. Combines clinical expertise with outdoor adventure enthusiasm while maintaining equine interests.
Dr. Jess Rigling
Veterinarian
Certified veterinary acupuncturist with 7 years of practice experience. Specializes in geriatric care and soft tissue surgery while emphasizing client communication. Combines global relief work with local practice commitments.
Maycie L.
Certified Veterinary Technician
Licensed technician with experience in general practice and emergency care. Specializes in handling small dogs and senior cats. Active in outdoor activities while maintaining rescue animal advocacy.
Kylie L.
Hospital Manager
Veterinary professional with 15+ years of management experience. Oversees clinic operations while maintaining client relations focus. Active in community engagement and staff development initiatives.
Questions
What vaccination requirements do you enforce?
We require up-to-date rabies vaccinations for all patients unless medically exempt. This policy protects pets, owners, and our staff while maintaining herd immunity in our community.
What services do you offer for senior pets?
We provide specialized geriatric care including advanced diagnostics, chronic condition management, and tailored nutrition plans. Our focus remains on maintaining quality of life for aging companions.
How can I schedule an appointment?
Contact us at 503-371-1988 at the start of each month for new client scheduling. We offer monthly open enrollment with appointments filling quickly due to high demand.
Do you handle emergency situations?
We provide standard business-hour care with referrals to Salem Veterinary Emergency Clinic (503-588-8082) and Wilvet 24-hour hospital (503-741-8858) for after-hours emergencies.
What payment options are available?
We accept major credit cards and cash payments. Payment plans require prior arrangement through our client care specialists for approved cases.
Are you accepting new clients?
Yes, we welcome new clients monthly through our open enrollment system. Contact us at the beginning of any month to schedule your pet's initial appointment.
Reviews (4)
Deanna Walker
Jun 16, 2022
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Animal Care Center is the whole package. They are caring, accommodating, and provide excellent care. The Doctors are honest and straightforward. At no time did I feel pressured or upsold in any way. I trust them with my pets lives and that's saying a lot!
Carilyn Ellis
Apr 16, 2022
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All of my cats (2) and dogs (2) have been going here for years. Doctors Slama and Schwartz are amazing. Honest, clear, with obvious care for the best interests of my pets and also reasonable understanding of costs and recommendations for pet ownership. Honestly, if I moved, I would make an effort to travel just to keep this vet clinic. And the techs - they care so much. It's obviously they love what they do.
Maria Garcia
Mar 28, 2022
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Spooky was due for some shots. I wasn't able to go inside the building with Spooky because I had both my little children and did not want them to get upset and through a tantrum. The nurse was kind enough to understand and took Spooky in. Then when his appointment was done the veterinarian came outside and talked to me. I really appreciate them working with me and for taking good care of my kitty
Chelsea S.
Mar 23, 2022
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Amazing staff. Kind compassionate and caring. They did a wonderful job with my high anxiety dog. Very kind people, great experience.
