Business Details
24 Years
experience
Emergency
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Feline-Exclusive Veterinary Services in Richland, MI
Red Barn Cat Clinic was founded in 2002 with a singular mission: to provide exceptional veterinary care exclusively for cats. Our facility is designed to eliminate stressors commonly found in mixed-animal clinics, offering a serene, dog-free environment that promotes feline comfort and recovery. We maintain a team of feline-exclusive veterinarians with decades of combined experience in specialized areas like feline surgery, dentistry, and internal medicine. Our staff undergoes regular continuing education through organizations like the Feline Veterinary Medical Association to ensure we deliver evidence-based care. The clinic operates in a unique country setting with 24-hour on-site veterinary supervision, allowing for immediate response to critical cases. We utilize advanced diagnostic tools including digital radiography, dental X-rays, and ultrasound to provide comprehensive medical evaluations.Our Cat Hotel offers supervised boarding with individual condos and play areas, while our grooming services address both aesthetic and health-related needs. We implement structured appointment scheduling to accommodate cats' acclimation needs and maintain high standards of care through limited daily patient volumes. Our Paw Friendly Clinic designation reflects our commitment to humane alternatives to declawing, a practice none of our veterinarians perform. The clinic's owner holds dual academic credentials in veterinary medicine and animal science, with professional experience spanning three countries and academic appointments.
Services
Veterinary check-ups
Vaccinations
Ultrasound services
Digital X-ray
Dentistry
Soft tissue surgery
Cat boarding
Grooming services
Nail care
Internal medicine
Details
- Year established: 2002
Highlights and features
- We specialize in feline medicine with veterinarians holding decades of exclusive experience
- Our 24-hour on-site veterinary supervision ensures immediate care for emergencies
- We implement structured appointment scheduling to reduce feline stress during visits
- Our country facility eliminates common stressors found in traditional veterinary clinics
- We maintain advanced diagnostic capabilities including digital radiography and ultrasound
Associations and certifications
- American Association of Feline Practitioners (Cat Friendly Practice GOLD)
- Paw Friendly Clinic
What people say
Beautiful clinic
Accommodating staff
Experienced doctors
Luxurious boarding
Cat-specialized care
Services
Veterinary check-ups
Comprehensive physical examinations for cats of all ages, utilizing extended appointment times to reduce stress. Our veterinarians assess vital signs, dental health, and overall condition while educating owners about preventive care. Services include vaccination planning and parasite control recommendations.
Cat boarding
Luxury boarding facilities offering individual condos and play areas for cats. Our country setting provides natural views through screened windows with continuous monitoring by veterinary staff. Services include special dietary accommodations and daily grooming maintenance.
Soft tissue surgery
Spay/neuter procedures and other soft tissue surgeries performed using modern anesthetic protocols. Pre-operative bloodwork ensures safety while our quiet environment facilitates post-operative recovery. Pain management plans are tailored to each patient's needs.
Dentistry
Digital dental radiography combined with thorough oral examinations to detect hidden pathology. Treatments range from professional cleanings to complex extractions performed under monitoring equipment that tracks vital parameters throughout procedures.
Internal medicine
Specialized management for cats with diabetes, kidney disease, and other chronic conditions. Services include ultrasound imaging, dietary planning, and medication protocols developed through extensive feline-specific research and clinical experience.
People
Dr. L. Ruey Stocking
Owner/Veterinarian
Feline medicine specialist with 25+ years experience, holding DVM from Ross University and B.Sc. in Animal Science. Former veterinary professor with experience in USA, Canada, and Caribbean. Co-director of The Paw Project Michigan.
Dr. Cherie L. Anderson
Veterinarian
Graduated from Michigan State University College of Veterinary Medicine with honors. Specializes in feline internal medicine, with particular interest in geriatric care and diabetes management. 15+ years of feline-specific continuing education.
Questions
Are you accepting new clients?
Yes, we currently accept new clients and patients with scheduled appointments.
Do you offer emergency services?
Our clinic provides 24-hour emergency care with on-site veterinarian availability.
How does your appointment deposit work?
A $50 deposit is required for new client appointments, applied to your invoice upon visit and refundable with 24-hour cancellation notice.
What boarding requirements exist?
Boarding clients must be established patients with current vaccinations, flea prevention, and negative FeLV test results.
Do you declaw cats?
As a Paw Friendly Clinic, we do not perform surgical declawing and instead offer humane alternatives.
What grooming options exist?
We offer bathing, lion cuts, and nail trimming services following initial health assessments by our veterinarians.
