Ruidoso Animal Clinic

4.8 (257 reviews)

22 pet owners visit this clinic

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160 Sudderth Dr, Ruidoso, NM 88345, USA

Hours

Monday 7:30 AM – 5:00 PM Tuesday 7:30 AM – 5:00 PM Wednesday 7:30 AM – 5:00 PM Thursday 7:30 AM – 5:00 PM Friday 7:30 AM – 5:00 PM Saturday 8:30 AM – 12:00 PM Sunday Closed

How to Save on Veterinary Costs at Ruidoso Animal Clinic

Preventive care

Routine wellness exams can help identify health issues early, often before they become more serious or expensive to treat. Regular checkups are one of the most effective ways to manage long term veterinary costs.

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Getting to Know Your Veterinarian

Choosing a veterinarian is an important decision for pet parents. A strong vet relationship is built on trust, communication, and understanding your pet’s individual needs.

Experience

Ask whether the clinic has experience treating your specific type of pet, since care can vary between dogs, cats, and pocket pets.

Emergency Care Procedures

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Breed Specific Health Considerations

Some breeds may be more prone to certain health conditions. Early awareness can help with prevention and early treatment.

Facility Tour

If available, touring the clinic can help you and your pet feel more comfortable before the first visit.


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Reviews from Google

4.8

257 reviews

I'd never take my pets anywhere else. Yall helped us through an incredible journey of love and loss with our Henry. Dr Botkin and all the wonderful techs helped us fight cancer for the last almost 2 whole years after being a patient since April 2020. And when it was time, we had the most incredible and sensitive experience letting him rest. My partner pet his head a little bit a minute or two after he was gone... and both of us heard and saw him do the snort he does when he is getting the good scratches. He was so loved and cared for that even in death his body remembered the love that everyone had for him. Love that he wouldn't have been able to recieve had we not had such a great vetrinary team on our side. From the bottom of our hearts, Thank you Thank you. Rest easy little guy

Jun 19, 2023

Very caring vets and staff when we lost our sweet Baxter. They sent us a card which was very sweet. Thank you, Ruidoso Animal Clinic.

May 13, 2023

My little boy got injured while on a fishing trip. I had to take him in to emergency visit. I actually went to the wrong clinic. These exceptional ladies were willing to wait for me to drive across town. We really appreciated them waiting on a Saturday. They were very polite and had no complaints about the hour. The two ladies (Vet & Tech) went right to work, very professional, knowledgeable And friendly considering where my boy cut himself. 20 minutes and we were on our way to finish our weekend. In my opinion Ruidoso Animal Clinic is the number to have when in Ruidoso with your pets. Absolutely Love, Love, Love them for taking care of my beautiful baby boy. Thank you everyone at RAC🙂

Jul 1, 2023

Most awesome people. Couldn't get my dog in to his regular vet...he way dying. They told us to bring him right in. He passed before we could and after informing them, we recieved a card with doctors and staff using his name. They will be Team that cares for our other babies. Thank you so much!!❤️

Jul 16, 2023

My doggie was ill on a Saturday. He was very dehydrated and was exhibiting signs of shock. I didn't have an appointment but they examined him and treated him and we left in good shape ❤Professional friendly staff 😎

Aug 12, 2023