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Comprehensive Veterinary Care for All Animals
Established in Lancaster, Wisconsin, the Lancaster Vet Clinic provides comprehensive veterinary services for both large and small animals. Our mixed animal practice is dedicated to maintaining the health and wellbeing of livestock and pets, serving the greater Southwest Wisconsin area. Our team of experienced veterinarians and veterinary technicians offers a wide range of services including wellness care, emergency services, diagnostics, and surgical procedures for various animal types. We work with beef and dairy cattle, horses, swine, sheep, goats, as well as dogs, cats, rabbits, ferrets, birds, and other small animals. The clinic is owned by veterinarians Sally Harper and Cari Schaffer, both of whom bring valuable experience and expertise to our practice.We understand the unique health needs of different animals and are committed to providing professional, compassionate care. For production livestock, we focus on herd health management, vaccinations, and nutrition to support long-term productivity. Our services for small animals include vaccinations, dental cleanings, spay/neuter procedures, and microchipping to ensure their long-term health. We maintain close relationships with the local agricultural community and provide specialized care for youth 4-H and FFA project animals. Our facility is equipped to handle both scheduled appointments and emergency situations, with 24-hour emergency services available for our clients' peace of mind
Services
Large Animal Care
Small Animal Care
24-Hour Emergency
Vaccinations
Surgical Procedures
Wellness Exams
Livestock Health
Pet Microchipping
Animal Boarding
Dog Day Camp
Highlights and features
- We provide comprehensive veterinary services for both large and small animals
- Our experienced team includes veterinarians with numerous years of training
- We offer 24-hour emergency services for urgent animal healthcare needs
- We work closely with youth involved in 4-H and FFA animal projects
- We focus on preventive healthcare to ensure the long-term wellbeing of animals
What people say
Amazing and caring staff
Wonderful care for our pup
Reasonable costs for emergency visit
Helpful with pet care questions
Happy with our experience
Services
Large Animal Care
We provide comprehensive veterinary care for large animals including beef and dairy cattle, horses, swine, sheep, and goats. Our services cover wellness exams, vaccinations, diagnostics, surgical procedures, and emergency care. With experienced veterinarians and state-of-the-art equipment, we ensure the health and productivity of your livestock through regular herd health management and nutrition planning.
Small Animal Care
Our clinic offers complete healthcare solutions for companion animals such as dogs, cats, rabbits, ferrets, and birds. We provide vaccinations, wellness exams, dental cleanings, spay/neuter procedures, and microchipping. Our focus on preventive care helps ensure the long-term health and happiness of your pets with personalized nutrition plans and healthcare schedules tailored to each animal's needs.
24-Hour Emergency Care
We offer round-the-clock veterinary emergency care for both large and small animals. Our experienced team handles urgent medical situations with prompt attention and specialized treatment. With 24-hour availability, we provide critical care for unexpected injuries, illnesses, or health emergencies, ensuring that animals receive timely medical intervention when they need it most.
Animal Boarding
Lancaster Vet Clinic provides secure and comfortable boarding for dogs and cats with veterinary care available as needed. Our facilities maintain strict vaccination requirements for safety and offer additional services like bathing and nail trims during your pet's stay. We welcome personal items to make pets feel at home and provide compassionate care that treats each animal as if they were our own.
Dog Day Camp
Our Dog Day Camp offers supervised socialization, playtime, and exercise for dogs in a safe environment. We carefully match dogs by size and personality for interactive play sessions both indoors and outdoors, with scheduled naps and snacks throughout the day. This service promotes healthy weight management, reduces anxiety, and provides mental stimulation for dogs needing care during the workday.
People
Dr. Cari Schaffer
Owner and Veterinarian
Graduated from Iowa State University College of Veterinary Medicine in 1999 and has practiced at Lancaster Veterinary Clinic since then. She enjoys combining science, medicine, and surgery to improve animal health. Outside the clinic, she enjoys family time, soccer, gardening, biking, knitting, reading, and cooking.
Jill
Practice Manager, Certified Vet Technician
Certified veterinary technician since 2006 who transitioned to practice manager while still assisting with technical work. She focuses on animal care and the human-pet bond. Outside the clinic, she enjoys family time, sewing, gardening, and being outdoors.
Alisha
Certified Vet Technician
Certified veterinary technician since 2013 with special interest in dentals and surgeries. She enjoys interacting with clients and pets. In her free time, she likes camping, fishing, hunting, and spending time with her family.
Megan
Certified Vet Technician
Certified veterinary technician since 2018 who focuses on surgical procedures and client education. Outside the clinic, she enjoys fishing, reading, movies, and playing games with her family.
Dr. Sally Harper
Owner and Veterinarian
Veterinarian and co-owner of the clinic with extensive experience in mixed animal practice. She brings valuable expertise to the practice's commitment to animal health and client service.
Questions
What types of animals do you treat at your clinic?
We treat both large animals including cattle, horses, swine, sheep and goats, as well as small animals like dogs, cats, rabbits, ferrets, birds and other exotic pets.
Do you offer emergency veterinary services outside regular hours?
Yes, we provide 24-hour emergency veterinary care for urgent situations with both large and small animals, available every day of the year.
What are your regular business hours for non-emergency appointments?
Our regular hours are Monday from 7am-6pm, Tuesday through Friday from 7am-5pm, and Saturday from 7am-12pm.
Do you offer any special services beyond standard veterinary care?
We provide dog day camp with supervised play sessions, boarding accommodations for pets, microchipping services, and specialized care for 4-H and FFA project animals.
What payment options do you accept at your clinic?
We accept the CareCredit credit card to help cover your pet's care expenses at every visit, subject to credit approval.
What are the vaccination requirements for your boarding and daycare services?
Boarding pets must show current vaccinations including wellness exams, rabies, and fecal exams. Day camp dogs require DHLPP, rabies, bordetella, and must be current on flea and tick prevention.
