Portland Animal Clinic
Portland Animal Clinic is a general practice practice in Portland, OR. Procedures include Dentistry, General examination, House calls, and Nail caps.
About
Portland Animal Clinic is a general practice clinic serving Portland's Goose Hollow neighborhood since 1950, focusing on the health of cats and dogs. The clinic provides comprehensive veterinary services, including preventive care, routine checkups, and necessary procedures. They also offer grooming services for pets, with a staff adept at handling animals of any temperament.
Dr. Erin Castle, who purchased the clinic in 2015, leads the team. The clinic offers house calls for most veterinary services, excluding surgery and dental care, and provides in-home euthanasia to allow pets to remain in familiar surroundings. They emphasize client education and support for pet owners in their community.
Surgical team
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Dr. Erin Castle
Dr. Erin Castle graduated from Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine in 2004, after obtaining a B.S. in wildlife biology from the University of Alaska Fairbanks in 1999.
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Kelly
Kelly has been a technician at Portland Animal Clinic since 2014.
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Lexi
Lexie started at Portland Animal Clinic in March of 2018.
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Hayes
Hayes joined Portland Animal Clinic in October 2024, originally as a front desk administrator.
Procedures
- Dentistry
- General examination
- House calls
- Nail caps
- Euthanasia
- Flea control
- Preventive care
- Trim nails
- Annual exam
- Prescription diets
- Cat Vaccination Schedule
- Deworming program
- Grooming
- Vaccination boosters
- Routine checkup
- Necessary procedure
- Internal medicine
- Initial vaccinations
- Declawing
- Surgery
Photos
Photos via Google · Portland Animal Clinic, Jane Rich, Margaret Cameron, Belen Murray, diane arendt
Frequently asked questions
- What types of animals does Portland Animal Clinic treat?
- Portland Animal Clinic provides veterinary services for cats and dogs. Their caring and knowledgeable staff is adept at working with cats and dogs of any temperament, whether for a routine checkup, a necessary procedure, or grooming.
- What services does Dr. Erin Castle specialize in or have interests in?
- Dr. Erin Castle, who graduated from Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine, has interests in internal medicine, surgery, and dentistry. She practiced small animal medicine in New York and San Diego before moving to Portland and purchasing the clinic in 2015.
- Does Portland Animal Clinic offer house calls for veterinary services?
- Yes, Dr. Castle is able to make house calls for most veterinary services. However, surgery and dental care require treatment at the clinic. House calls are an ideal option for pets stressed by clinic visits or travel, busy families, the elderly, or those with limited transportation.
- What is Portland Animal Clinic's stance on declawing cats?
- Portland Animal Clinic considers declawing a painful procedure similar to removing part of a finger. They encourage clients to use alternatives such as frequent nail trimming or nail caps, like Soft Paws, to manage scratching behavior.
- What is the recommended vaccination schedule for kittens at Portland Animal Clinic?
- Kittens should have their first visit between 6 to 8 weeks for FVRCP+FeLV vaccinations. A second visit at 12 weeks includes FVRCP+FeLV, and a third visit at 16 weeks includes Rabies + FVRCP+FeLV. This schedule helps protect against major viral and bacterial diseases.