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Welcome To Central Dakota Animal Clinic

Your Platte Veterinarian

Central Dakota Animal Clinic is proud to serve the Platte, SD area for everything livestock/livestock market, equine, and pet related.

Our team is committed to educating our clients in how to keep their livestock, horses, and pets healthy year round. Central Dakota Animal Clinic stays on top of the latest advances in veterinarian medicine and technology; and above all, remembers that all animals and pets need to be treated with care in every check-up, procedure, or surgery.

WE CARE ABOUT YOU AND YOUR ANIMALS

Central Dakota Animal Clinic is a full service large and small animal vet clinic.
With Dr. Jay Alberda leading a team of committed and experienced staff, your animals will receive the highest quality care.

STATE OF THE ART FACILITY

Our clinic, new in 2015, includes an equine barn, kennel, calf hospital, and lab.

New Patients Welcome!

Meet the Veterinarians

  • Dr.
    Jay C. Alberda
    • Graduated from Montana State University, Bozeman and Colorado State University, and College of Veterinary Medicine.
    • Has practiced in Montana & South Dakota for over 25 years.
    • Grew up on a farm outside of Bozeman, MT and enjoys reading, bird-watching, cooking, and doing his daily crossword puzzles.
  • Dr. Nathan R. Goodwin
    DVM

    Bio coming soon!

Testimonials

Hear From Happy Pet Owners

  • "I've been coming to this vet for couple two three years now, and I've brought in many different things and problems. And never once have I been disappointed! Jay is the best!"
    Sierra T.
  • "We are so grateful for you guys and making the time to see us. The Platte area is lucky to have such a wonderful vet clinic. By the way, our dog is now just fine after soaking it a couple of days!"
    Brooke C.
  • "Dr Jay and staff are the absolute best. They give all my animals the best possible care. I love them all."
    Dawn C.
  • "Jay has been vaccinating and branding our heifers for quite a few years. We purchased a pup in April and took him in for shots. Last Friday he got hurt in a farming accident. Jay had to amputate his back leg. The staff was incredible. Each one of them cared about our Diesel as much as we did."
    Chris D.

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    Caring for Senior Cats

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    Feline Stomatitis: Treatments

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    Family Cats and Pregnant Women: Take Measures to Prevent Toxoplasmosis Infection

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    Create an Environment Your Cat Will Love

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    Catnip: Why Cats Love It

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    Zoonosis

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Office Hours

You can TEXT (605) 680-5555 during normal operating hours.

Monday:

8:00 am-5:30 pm

Tuesday:

8:00 am-5:30 pm

Wednesday:

8:00 am-5:30 pm

Thursday:

8:00 am-5:30 pm

Friday:

8:00 am-5:00 pm

Saturday:

8:00 am-12:00 pm

Sunday:

Closed