When you arrive at the clinic, please call us from your vehicle at (989) 356-4880 or text us at (989) 884-0845. If you are here for a prescription or food refill, we can bring the medication or food to your vehicle. If you are here for an appointment, a staff member will greet you at your car and take you and your pet into the clinic.
Masks are optional if you are vaccinated. You may wait in your vehicle and a veterinarian will call your cell phone to discuss their findings, recommend treatments and answer any questions. Our clinic is disinfected after each and every patient with medical grade cleaners.
Masks are optional if you are vaccinated. You may wait in your vehicle and a veterinarian will call your cell phone to discuss their findings, recommend treatments and answer any questions. Our clinic is disinfected after each and every patient with medical grade cleaners.
Services
At Switzer Veterinary Clinic, we love taking care of all animals, and this dedication is reflected in the growing list of advantages we offer to our patients and their families. Our standards are extremely high. We're the only AAHA-accredited practice in Alpena and one of only two in northeast Michigan.
Switzer Veterinary Clinic has served companion pets and farm animals in Alpena and the surrounding communities since Dr. Switzer opened the practice in 1979. We're extremely proud of our commitment to providing exceptional, personalized care in a friendly, welcoming environment. Our technologies, procedures, and protocols are always advancing so we may continue providing our patients with safe, effective veterinary care.
Dr. Ryan Knight graduated from Michigan State University's College of Veterinary Medicine in 2003 and has been at the Switzer Veterinary Clinic since graduation. His professional interests include general surgery, minimally invasive surgery, orthopedic surgery and dentistry. In 2012 Dr. Ryan became a Certified Veterinary Acupuncturist (CVA).
When your pet or farm animal suffers an injury or shows signs of illness, you want answers fast. Our in-house capabilities and mobile equipment help us identify and evaluate both companion pets and large animals in the field. Whether your animal requires laboratory testing as part of a wellness exam or because of illness, our complete in-house lab provides fast results so we can create an individualized treatment plan right away.
Pets need dental check-ups just like us! A clean, healthy mouth can have a significant impact on your pet's longevity and quality of life. Approximately 80 percent of adult cats and dogs have some form of periodontal disease, and this condition can be extremely painful and can affect your pet's ability to eat properly.
Reviews (10)
Kyle Tyckoski
Dec 05, 2021
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Kirsten Amussen
Nov 05, 2021
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My first encounter to schedule an appointment was very professional. I was not rushed through the process at all. Dr. Knight was very thorough in his assessment of my aging Collie and took the time to explain his thoughts and how he proposed to help her live her best quality of life. I moved to the area last year and have been looking for the right fit for my 4 paws care. It took 3 tries but I have found my new partners in Veterinary Care !!
Jolene Kerns
Oct 24, 2021
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Cheryl Simons
Oct 03, 2021
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Excellent!!!! They were the only vet around that would take us in as an emergency visit due to our little dog getting hit by a porcupine. They treated my baby like a princess and fixed her all up. We will be using them as our up north vet. Very pleased with the treatment our dog received. They we're very caring and compassionate!!!!
Kimberly Sorenson
Sep 22, 2021
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Terry
Sep 06, 2021
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The clinic and staff are amazing in their expertise and compassion. Jeanne at the front desk was immediately helpful and supportive with our scary medical issue with our little dog Mia. She got us in to see Dr. Wolfgang who diagnosed and treated our dog by working her in to a overly booked schedule. We so appreciate the thoroughness and help she provided. Thank you!
Viki Kaszonyi
Jul 23, 2021
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Positive: Professionalism, Quality, Reliability, Responsiveness
The staff and veterinarians are extremely responsive and caring. In addition to getting our dog in quickly if he has any kind of issue, you can always talk to a vet in an emergency. We now live almost an hour away, but continue to make the drive because they are just that excellent.
The staff and veterinarians are extremely responsive and caring. In addition to getting our dog in quickly if he has any kind of issue, you can always talk to a vet in an emergency. We now live almost an hour away, but continue to make the drive because they are just that excellent.
Mary Peet
May 21, 2021
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Debbie Alexander
May 15, 2021
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Jessica SnowDogs Hatch
Jul 14, 2020
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I have been taking my dogs to Switzer for over 15 years now. All the of the Doctors and Staff here are amazing! We have laughed together, and cried together throughout the years. I have watched Dr. Ryan save one of my dogs during emergency surgery, I have spent time on the phone on emergency calls and have always received compassionate care! My dogs LOVE going to the Vet! We pull into the parking lot and they are over joyed to go inside, and I really think that has a lot to do with the care that the Doctors and Staff show to every animal that walks in that door. Even our SUPER loud, quirky rescue
