Business Details
45 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Trusted Large Animal Veterinary Services for Dairy Farms in Wooster, OH
Established in 1981, our veterinary practice specializes in large animal care with a focus on dairy cattle. Our team of experienced veterinarians and technicians delivers production medicine services designed to enhance dairy farm profitability through advanced reproductive management, herd health programs, and on-farm surgical interventions. We maintain a client-centered approach with a commitment to continuous learning and innovation in dairy veterinary medicine.Our expertise spans routine reproductive checks, milk quality analysis, and emergency farm services across Ohio. We prioritize preventative care and evidence-based practices to support sustainable dairy operations while maintaining a strong tradition of personalized service.
Services
Reproduction Management
Milk Quality Testing
On-Farm Surgeries
Herd Health Programs
Small Ruminant Care
Details
- Year established: 1981
Highlights and features
- We offer 40+ years of specialized dairy cattle veterinary experience
- Our team includes board-certified veterinary technicians with production medicine expertise
- We provide 24/7 emergency farm call services for critical care needs
- Our practice combines academic research with practical on-farm application
- We maintain continuous professional development through veterinary associations
Services
Reproduction Management
Our reproductive management program includes rectal palpation, ultrasound monitoring, and synchronization protocols to optimize dairy cattle fertility. We offer bull breeding soundness evaluations and embryo transfer services to improve herd genetics. Our team provides comprehensive reproductive herd checks on customized schedules to maximize breeding efficiency and milk production.
Milk Quality Testing
We conduct mastitis culturing, antibiotic sensitivity testing, and pasteurizer bacteria counts to maintain premium milk quality. Our BTSCC control programs help dairy operations meet regulatory standards while improving udder health. Laboratory analysis includes milk component testing and somatic cell count monitoring to identify subclinical infections early.
On-Farm Surgeries
Our veterinarians perform displaced abomasum corrections, hernia repairs, and cesarean sections directly on farms. We utilize portable surgical equipment for cryptorchid and vasectomy procedures while maintaining strict aseptic techniques. Emergency surgical interventions are available 24/7 for critical dairy cattle cases.
Herd Health Programs
We develop customized vaccination protocols, deworming strategies, and nutritional management plans for dairy herds. Our herd evaluations include body condition scoring and forage particle analysis to optimize animal health. Regular health monitoring programs help prevent disease outbreaks and improve overall herd productivity.
Small Ruminant Care
We provide comprehensive veterinary care for sheep, goats, and swine operations. Our services include breeding soundness exams, disbudding procedures, and castration surgeries. We offer herd health monitoring, parasite control programs, and lameness treatment through corrective foot trimming for improved small ruminant productivity.
People
Brad Garrison
Veterinarian
Dr. Garrison graduated from The Ohio State University in 1983 and served as Ohio Veterinary Medical Association president. He specializes in reproductive management and records analysis while maintaining active clinical practice.
David White
Veterinarian
Dr. White, a 2003 Ohio State graduate, focuses on bovine reproduction and calf medicine. He brings practical farm experience from raising pigs and sheep while providing surgical expertise to dairy clients.
Craig Zimmerly
Veterinarian
Dr. Zimmerly holds a Master's degree in nutrition and specializes in dairy cow reproduction and calf management. He combines academic research with hands-on clinical practice for comprehensive herd health solutions.
Sonia Clinton
Veterinary Technician
A certified veterinary technician since 2005, Sonia specializes in production animal medicine. She coordinates clinical programs and implements herd health protocols while maintaining veterinary technology certification standards.
Brad Messmore
Bookkeeper
Brad manages financial operations with accounting expertise from DeVry University. He has maintained practice financial records since 1999 while supporting administrative functions for veterinary service delivery.
Questions
What species do you specialize in treating?
We primarily treat dairy cattle with specialized services for small ruminants and swine operations.
Do you offer emergency veterinary services?
Yes, we provide 24/7 emergency farm call services for critical dairy cattle cases.
What reproductive services do you offer?
Our reproductive services include ultrasound monitoring, synchronization programs, and embryo transfer technologies.
How far do you travel for farm visits?
We service dairy operations within a 50-mile radius of Wooster, Ohio.
Do you provide laboratory testing services?
Yes, we conduct milk quality analysis, mastitis culturing, and antibiotic sensitivity testing on-site.
What continuing education opportunities exist?
We offer student externships with hands-on experience in dairy production medicine and clinical procedures.
Reviews (4)
Caroline Houser
May 16, 2022
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Love this place! They are so kind and wonderful, extremely helpful and reasonably priced. Incredible place definitely recommend!
Britney Detrow
Aug 28, 2021
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Everyone is so kind and friendly here. They put all my past vets to shame. Dixie also loves her pets and treats.
Ami Brian
Jun 22, 2021
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They made my girls passing very comfortable and stress free. They took care of all of the after care for her. I wouldn't recommend anyone else. The vet came in as an emergency visit (day after Christmas) and he was wonderful.he made me feel like he knew her, her whole life. They're just wonderful
Jessica Gaumer
Dec 16, 2020
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Best vet in Wooster. Caring people, affordable prices. Fantastic staff and Doctor. Highly recommended
