"Quality Medicine with Caring Hands"
Call to book your pet's visit — 479-968-7387
Call 479-968-7387
Meet Your Vets
Two experienced veterinarians — decades of care, right here in Russellville
University of Missouri, 1989
Dr. Tena Spencer has been caring for pets since earning her veterinary degree from the University of Missouri in 1989. Her guiding belief: every animal deserves the best medicine, delivered with a gentle touch — treated like one of her own. That's the standard she's held for over three decades.
Louisiana State University, 2009
Dr. Crystal Garner-Merritt — Dr. G to her patients' families — graduated from Louisiana State University School of Veterinary Medicine in 2009. She grew up in Yell County, still helps work her family's beef cattle farm, and has treated everything from rats to a mountain lion. She believes your pets are family, and they deserve family-level care.
Advanced Care
Your pet gets more than a check-up here. Arkansas Animal Care Clinic has invested in advanced diagnostic and treatment tools so we can find answers faster and treat more conditions in-house — fewer referrals, faster relief.
Micro-chipping (Ask our staff for more information or click on link below)
CO2 laser surgery — Dr. Spencer has performed laser procedures since 1999. We also use cold laser therapy to treat pain, inflammation, and a range of conditions.
Veterinary Orthopedic Manipulator — specialized treatment for spinal injuries and musculoskeletal conditions.
Digital X-rays for fast, clear imaging — results you can discuss with your vet the same visit.
In-house ultrasound so we can look inside and act — no waiting for outside referrals.
Infrared thermal imaging to detect inflammation and injury that standard exams might miss.
We offer emergency care during business hours, plus medical, surgical, and dental services — all under one roof. Our in-house pharmacy means you leave with everything your pet needs, today. One call, one clinic, complete care. Call to book: 479-968-7387.
Why Families Choose Us
Arkansas Animal Care Clinic has been Russellville's full-service animal hospital since 1992. Our mission is simple: the highest standard of veterinary medicine, delivered with genuine warmth. We care about your animals — all of them. Our staff is passionate, well trained, and here to help. You'll walk into a calm, welcoming clinic every visit, because a comfortable pet is easier to care for. Professional, affordable, and personal — that's the Arkansas Animal Care Clinic difference.
"Quality Medicine with Caring Hands"
Our Team
Our staff are some of the friendliest you'll find anywhere in the River Valley. Questions about your pet's treatment, medication, or next steps? Just ask — they genuinely love helping. Ready to schedule? Call us at 479-968-7387.
Book Your Visit
Your pet deserves the best — and we're here Monday through Friday, 7:30 am – 5:30 pm.
Call us to book an appointment. For non-urgent questions, send us a message below.
Online Appointments — New services are coming soon!