Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Emergency
services
Your Trusted Veterinarian in Wooster, OH
Founded in 1968 by Dr. Mike Yacapraro and Jane Yacapraro, Wooster Animal Clinic has been delivering comprehensive veterinary care to Wooster, Ohio. Starting with a one-thousand-dollar loan and a renovated steakhouse, we have grown into a technologically advanced facility while maintaining our founding commitment to compassionate care. Our team, including three doctors, three technicians, and over ten dedicated support staff, treats patients with personalized attention rooted in over 50 years of experience. We specialize in wellness exams, vaccinations, dental care, surgical procedures, and emergency services, supported by in-house diagnostics and tailored preventive plans. Recognized for our community-driven approach, we prioritize continuity of care, with many staff members serving over 20 years.Our practice extends to pocket pets, senior animals, and specialized nutritional guidance, ensuring all pets receive age- and species-appropriate care. Accredited by industry standards through advanced training and certifications, we emphasize transparency, ethical practices, and client education. As a second-generation family-owned clinic, we value trust built through word-of-mouth referrals and consistent, high-quality service. Our proactive health management and partnerships with 24/7 emergency providers ensure pets receive uninterrupted care. Every interaction reflects our dedication to medical excellence, client satisfaction, and the bond between pets and their families.
Services
Wellness Care
Vaccinations
Dental Care
Surgery & Orthopedics
In-House Diagnostics
Parasite Prevention
Microchipping
Senior Pet Care
Nutritional Counseling
Pocket Pets
Details
- Year established: 1968
Highlights and features
- We have over 50 years of experience serving Wooster's pet community.
- Our team includes three doctors and technicians with decades of combined expertise.
- We offer 24/7 emergency care referrals through trusted regional partners.
- Our family-owned practice emphasizes personalized care and community trust.
- We provide specialized services for senior pets, pocket pets, and surgical needs.
What people say
Compassionate care
Trusted service
Great doctors
Friendly staff
Expertise saved pets
Services
Wellness Care
Wellness care ensures pets maintain optimal health through regular check-ups and early disease detection. Our team creates personalized preventive plans, including vaccinations, parasite control, and diagnostic testing. Annual exams help identify age-related changes, enabling timely interventions for long-term health benefits. This proactive approach prevents minor issues from becoming major concerns.
Dental Care
Dental services address common issues like periodontal disease and tooth decay through professional cleaning, extractions, and preventive education. We perform anesthesia-based dental procedures with pre-operative bloodwork to ensure safety. Post-operative home care guidance helps maintain oral health between visits, preventing systemic infections linked to poor dental hygiene.
Surgery & Orthopedics
Surgical services include soft tissue and orthopedic procedures like spays/neuters, tumor removals, and ACL repairs. Advanced techniques like bone plating stabilize fractures while pain management protocols support recovery. Emergency surgeries for trauma cases are available through our referral partnerships with 24/7 specialty hospitals.
In-House Diagnostics
On-site diagnostic capabilities allow rapid analysis of bloodwork, urinalysis, and heartworm tests. Pre-anesthetic panels assess organ function before procedures while point-of-care testing supports emergency care decisions. External lab partnerships provide specialized analysis for complex cases, ensuring accurate diagnoses within critical timeframes.
Senior Pet Care
Specialized senior care addresses age-related conditions through mobility assessments, pain management, and chronic disease monitoring. We develop individualized plans for arthritis treatment, dietary adjustments, and early cognitive decline intervention. Regular senior wellness exams help maintain quality of life during pets' golden years.
People
Dr. Mike Yacapraro
Founder
Dr. Mike Yacapraro established Wooster Animal Clinic in 1968 with his wife Jane. His vision of compassionate care continues through the next generation. Over 50 years, he built a reputation for excellence that remains central to clinic operations today.
Dr. Jane Yacapraro
Founder
Dr. Jane Yacapraro co-founded Wooster Animal Clinic with her husband Mike. Their $1,000 loan launched a legacy of veterinary excellence. Her commitment to quality care laid the foundation for the clinic's enduring community trust.
Dr. Mark Hoverstock
Veterinarian
Dr. Mark Hoverstock provides expert pet care with specialized attention to routine and advanced treatments. Clients praise his clear communication and compassionate approach to patient needs across multiple reviews.
Questions
What services does Wooster Wooster Animal Clinic offer?
We provide wellness exams, vaccinations, dental care, surgery, diagnostics, parasite prevention, senior pet care, and emergency referrals for all pet types.
Do you treat pocket pets like rabbits and guinea pigs?
Yes, our clinic specializes in care for rabbits, guinea pigs, hamsters, and other small mammals through tailored wellness and medical services.
What are your regular business hours?
Monday-Friday 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Saturday 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM. Closed Sundays for routine care but partner with 24/7 emergency clinics.
Can I schedule online appointments?
Yes, our website offers convenient online booking for appointments and medication refills shipped directly to your home.
How does the new client discount work?
New clients receive $25 off their pet's first wellness exam when they mention this offer during booking or check-in.
Do you handle pet emergencies?
For urgent after-hours care, we recommend MedVet Akron (open 24/7) but provide emergency services during regular business hours.
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Reviews (1)
Whitney H.
Jan 30, 2020
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We drove almost an hour to see Dr. Galbraith. Despite the staff losing our previously set appointment information and having to wait almost 5 hours (seriously, not an exaggeration) we were still pleased with the care provided by Dr. Galbraith. His care was exceptional as was his bedside manner. He was straightforward and polite. The prices are phenomenal. Please see my photo for a comparison of this veterinary clinic and our previous one. Price difference of $114. We were also able to schedule a dental appointment for around $100 (or less) while our old vet quoted us around $500 for the same procedures
