At Critter Care Veterinary Hospital, we want to be more than just your pet’s doctor. We want to become your partner; to work together toward the shared goal of helping your animal family member enjoy a truly amazing life.
In serving our pet parents, we aim to help further educate them by providing resources that allow pet owners to make informed decisions regarding their pet’s wellness. Our website is intended to serve as a veterinary health reference that we hope you find interesting and informative.
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Critter Care has been proudly owned and operated by Dr. Portugal since 1996. In April 2025, her daughter, Dr. Portugal-Kellher, joined the practice after earning her doctorate. Together, they continue the family’s long-standing commitment to providing compassionate, skilled, and reliable animal care.
Compassionate and Personalized Pet Care
Our hospital prioritizes pets’ well-being, offering personalized, empathetic care that helps pets and owners feel comfortable and confident. Every visit aims to create a welcoming environment that supports the physical and emotional health of all beloved animals.
Experienced and Knowledgeable Team
The staff includes dedicated veterinarians and technicians trained in the latest veterinary practices. They are well-prepared to manage various medical and surgical situations with professionalism, ensuring pets receive the highest quality care throughout their visits.
Comprehensive Veterinary Services
We offer comprehensive veterinary services, from routine exams and vaccinations to surgeries and emergency care. Our hospital strives to be a trusted one-stop solution for all pet health needs, providing convenient and reliable care for pets and their families.
They healed my dachshunds broken leg saving it from having it to be amputated
Johnathan U.
Dr. Portugal and the staff at Critter Care take such great care of my two dogs. My senior dog, Kimo, is recovering well after having a surgical procedure a few days ago. I can tell he feels so much better already. Thank you, Dr. Portugal.
Jeanette N.
Office visit with Timmy, our cat. As always, Dr. Lorie is thorough, knowledgeable, and compassionate with all of the pets. She called me Friday night to see how Timmy was feeling and to give me the results from his labs.
Michael O.
Critter Care helped our beloved 17 year old cat pass, and they couldn’t have been more kind. The vet he went to wasn’t open, and he was struggling. They kindly set us up in a comfy space to say goodbye. Then provided us with a beautiful paw print keepsake and a lock of fur. Thank you to all for your sincere kindness. Certainly will consider coming to Critter Care with any new pets we may adopt in the future. Thank you again for helping us.
Rochele R.
Dr. Portugal and staff are so wonderful. I wasn’t feeling well when I brought Owen in for his first check up. Ended up getting sick. They were so kind and accommodating. Owen did really well for his first visit ☺️
Bridget O.
The awesome doctors at Critter Care removed a 4+ pound tumor from my dogs (Little Duck) spleen. She is recovering nicely at home. I can’t say how awesome these docs, led by Dr Portugal, are. It’s truly a miracle.
Paul R.
I was worried going there, my dog needed surgery and I wouldn't trust just anybody to do it. But the vet there is one of the sweetest people I've ever met! She got down on the ground and loved on him to make him feel more comfortable. I couldn't of been happier.
Megan L.
Everyone in this clinic is kind, caring and loving, and we know that we are in good hands.
Shani D.
I’ve always used the same vet for many years but two years ago I began a small community and feral cat rescue. I recently used Critter Care for a young colony cat that had been hit by someone speeding through a neighborhood.
