Butler Veterinary Clinic

Butler Veterinary Clinic Butler Veterinary Clinic is a family owned and operated veterinary hospital since 1960. We offer 24/7, top-of-the-line emergency and animal care.

The quality and care your animals receive here at Butler Veterinary Clinic is unrivaled in the area. We have a long, respected history in serving the Sandhills and surrounding areas since 1960 with exceptional veterinary care for both your large and small animals. We were the first clinic in the area to bring in-house diagnostic blood work, digital x-ray, ultrasound, and laser therapy and surgery

into our daily practice. We have made this clinic our family’s priority and we offer an experienced staff who understand your worries and strive for the best communication possible. Butler Veterinary Clinic is a full service hospital that offers everything from preventative care to sick patient and emergency care.

🦷🐴 Annual dental care is about more than just keeping your horse’s teeth “floated” — it plays a major role in their over...
05/28/2026

🦷🐴 Annual dental care is about more than just keeping your horse’s teeth “floated” — it plays a major role in their overall health, comfort, and performance.

While many owners know dental care helps with chewing and preventing sharp points, there are several lesser-known benefits to routine equine dentistry:

• Improved performance under saddle by reducing pain and resistance to the bit
• Better weight maintenance and feed efficiency
• Reduced risk of choke and digestive upset from improperly chewed feed
• Earlier detection of fractured teeth, infections, tumors, or sinus issues
• Improved comfort and behavior, especially in horses that seem “fussy” or head shy
• Support for senior horses who may struggle with worn or missing teeth

Because horses’ teeth continuously erupt throughout much of their lives, small issues can quickly become larger problems if left unchecked. Annual exams allow us to identify concerns early and help keep your horse healthy, comfortable, and performing at their best.

Routine dental care is preventative medicine — and a healthier mouth often means a happier horse. 🐎✨

Take advantage of BVC Equine Dental Clinic on Thursday June 18th! Call to schedule 402-376-1500

Future Horse Girls in the making!
05/22/2026

Future Horse Girls in the making!

As calving season comes to a close, we want to congratulate all of our producers on another busy and rewarding season! 🐄...
05/20/2026

As calving season comes to a close, we want to congratulate all of our producers on another busy and rewarding season! 🐄🌱 From late nights to early mornings, it’s been a season full of hard work, healthy calves, and teamwork. Looking back, the calving season 2026 blessed us with some wonderful weather!

We also had some impressive C-section calves this year! Our record calf weights for 2026 were:
• 101 lb calf delivered from a heifer
• 126 lb calf delivered from a cow

Those are some BIG babies! 👏

Thank you to everyone who trusted BVC to help care for your herds throughout calving season. We appreciate being part of your operation and look forward to a great year ahead!

We’re excited to welcome Dr. Natalie to the BVC team! 🩺🐴🐄🐾Dr. Natalie is a mixed animal veterinarian, so you may see her...
05/18/2026

We’re excited to welcome Dr. Natalie to the BVC team! 🩺🐴🐄🐾

Dr. Natalie is a mixed animal veterinarian, so you may see her both out on the ranch and at your pet’s next annual exam visit in the clinic. Her professional interests include large animal reproduction and equine medicine!

Over the coming months, you’ll see her out on large animal calls alongside Dr. Joe as they work together throughout the countryside while she gets to know our clients, patients, and community. We’re excited for everyone to meet her and see the knowledge, enthusiasm, and care she brings to the practice.

Although this year's equine breeding season is already underway, Dr. Natalie is looking forward to expanding our equine reproductive services, including breeding management and ultrasound services for mares.

Please join us in giving Dr. Natalie a warm welcome to BVC! We’re thrilled to have her as part of our team and look forward to the compassionate care she will provide for both large and small animal patients. 💙

This past year, BVC had the privilege of hosting several 3rd and 4th year veterinary students as they continued their jo...
05/14/2026

This past year, BVC had the privilege of hosting several 3rd and 4th year veterinary students as they continued their journey toward becoming veterinarians. We’re grateful for the opportunity to be part of their education and to watch their skills, confidence, and passion for animal care grow each day.

A huge congratulations to our 4th year students on graduating and earning your DVM degrees! 🎓🐾 Your hard work and dedication have paid off, and we are so excited to see all the incredible things you’ll accomplish in this profession.

We can’t wait to welcome you as colleagues and fellow veterinarians in the years ahead. Congratulations again, doctors!

🐄 Fly control isn’t just about comfort—it’s about cattle health and performance.As temperatures rise, fly populations ex...
05/12/2026

🐄 Fly control isn’t just about comfort—it’s about cattle health and performance.

As temperatures rise, fly populations explode—and waiting until you see a problem often means you’re already behind.

Flies don’t just irritate your herd—they play a major role in spreading disease:
⚠️ Pinkeye – flies spread bacteria from animal to animal
⚠️ Hoof rot – irritation and moisture create ideal conditions for infection

💡 Good husbandry + early prevention = best results

The most effective fly control programs use a multimodal approach:
✔️ Pour-ons
✔️ Fly tags
✔️ Back rubs and dust bags
✔️ Misters or sprays
✔️ Insect growth regulators (IGRs) in mineral (or off label LongRange)

Each method targets flies in a different way—using them together gives you stronger, longer-lasting control.

⏰ Start early!
The easiest way to control flies is before populations build up. Once numbers spike, it’s much harder (and more expensive) to get ahead.

🐂 Clean environments, proper manure management, and consistent prevention tools go a long way in protecting your herd.

Healthy cattle are productive cattle—and fly control is a key piece of that puzzle. If you need help building a program that works for your operation, reach out anytime! 🐄💪

🐶🥣 What you feed matters more than you think.Canine nutrition plays a huge role in your dog’s overall health—from their ...
05/08/2026

🐶🥣 What you feed matters more than you think.

Canine nutrition plays a huge role in your dog’s overall health—from their heart and joints to their coat and energy levels. One of the biggest concerns we continue to see? Grain-free diets.

While they may sound trendy or “healthier,” grain-free diets have been linked to serious heart conditions like dilated cardiomyopathy (DCM)—even in breeds not typically at risk.

💬 As Dr. Wood puts it:
“I would rather not feed my own dog for 3 days than feed a grain-free diet.”

That’s how strongly we feel about the potential risks.

🚫 Why avoid grain-free?
• Possible link to heart disease (DCM)
• Often use alternative ingredients that may interfere with proper nutrient absorption
• Not necessary for the vast majority of dogs

💡 What should you do instead?
• Choose a well-balanced, veterinarian-recommended diet
• Look for foods backed by research and feeding trials
• Talk with your vet before making diet changes

Your dog depends on you to make the best choices for their health—and nutrition is the foundation of a long, happy life. 🐾

If you see this old man running around today, be sure to wish him a happy birthday!
05/06/2026

If you see this old man running around today, be sure to wish him a happy birthday!

🐐⚠️ Pregnancy Toxemia: Know the Signs Before It’s Too LateWhile pregnancy toxemia is most commonly recognized in goats, ...
05/06/2026

🐐⚠️ Pregnancy Toxemia: Know the Signs Before It’s Too Late

While pregnancy toxemia is most commonly recognized in goats, it’s important to know that cows can develop it too—especially in late gestation.

This condition occurs when a pregnant animal (typically carrying twins) can’t meet the high energy demands of her growing babies. When feed intake doesn’t keep up, her body begins breaking down fat for energy, leading to a dangerous buildup of ketones.

🚨 Watch for early warning signs:
• Decreased appetite or going off feed
• Lethargy or isolation from the herd
• Weakness or trouble standing
• Neurologic signs (stargazing, tremors)

⏳ Pregnancy toxemia can progress quickly and become life-threatening for both mom and babies.

💡 Prevention is key:
• Ensure proper nutrition, especially in late gestation
• Monitor body condition—avoid animals becoming too thin or overweight
• Pay close attention to animals carrying multiples
• Minimize stress and sudden diet changes

Early intervention can make all the difference. If you notice any of these signs, don’t wait—reach out right away. A down cow quickly turns into a dead cow and calf.

🌸🐴 Foaling season is here—an exciting (and critical) time for mares and their newborn foals!Those first few hours of lif...
05/04/2026

🌸🐴 Foaling season is here—an exciting (and critical) time for mares and their newborn foals!

Those first few hours of life are incredibly important. That’s where the 1–2–3 Rule comes in:

⏱️ 1 hour: Foal should stand
⏱️ 2 hours: Foal should nurse
⏱️ 3 hours: Mare should pass the placenta

If any of these milestones aren’t met, it’s time to call your veterinarian right away.

⚠️ Don’t forget to check the placenta!
It should be passed and appear intact. Retained placenta can lead to serious infections in the mare, so if anything looks incomplete or abnormal, have it evaluated promptly. An easy way to check is to lay it all out on the ground and fill it up with water like a balloon to ensure it is all there.

*If your mare's cleanings aren't passing - do NOT cut them or pull or them! She will need to be flushed as even the smallest piece left in can be fatal!

🍼 Why colostrum matters:
Foals are born without a fully developed immune system. They rely on antibodies (IgG) from colostrum to protect them in those early days. When they don’t receive enough, it’s called failure of passive transfer (FPT)—and it leaves them vulnerable to life-threatening infections. It is estimated that up to 1 in 4 foals suffer from FPT!

💉 The good news: we can help.
We offer IgG testing (often required by insurance providers) to ensure your foal has adequate immunity, and we keep equine IgGs on hand to provide treatment if levels are low. But time is of the essents to ensure treatment success!

A strong start sets the stage for a healthy future. If you’re expecting a foal or have questions about neonatal care, reach out—we’re here for you every step of the way. 🐎💛

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420 W Highway 20
Valentine, NE
69201

Opening Hours

Monday 7:45am - 5:30pm
Tuesday 7:45am - 5:30pm
Wednesday 7:45am - 5:30pm
Thursday 7:45am - 5:30pm
Friday 7:45am - 5:30pm

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+14023761500

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