LaFayette Animal Clinic
LaFayette, GA
At a glance
- Facility type
- Veterinary Practice
- Practice tier
- General
- Clinic type
- Standalone
- Operating status
- Operational
- Appointment model
- Appointment
- 24/7 care
- No
- Accepting new patients
- Unknown
Species treated
Services
Amenities & accessibility
Overview
Veterinarian in LaFayette, GA. Caring For Our Patients. Educating Our Clients. You aren't just a number when you visit us. We treat everyone that walks into our office as an individual- whether they're on four legs or two. We're here to take a long walk with you and your pet… TOGETHER. Our goal is to prevent diseases, support wellness, treat injury and sickness in your companion, and strengthen the human/animal bond
50+ Years of Service — LaFayette Animal Clinic was started in a truck in 1970 by Dr. L. R. "Rusty" Smitherman. Since then, we have grown into a full service veterinary clinic serving LaFayette, GA and the surrounding areas. With a focus on honesty and faith, we strive to not only provide outstanding care for your pet but to create a long-lasting relationship with you based on trust
Mission — Our Mission: We highly value a collaborative approach and involve you in the care of your pet. We believe in discussing a "spectrum of care" and giving you the dignity to make a educated decision about their care with us. "We want to take a long walk with you and your pet…TOGETHER!" Core values: LOVING as an individual, UNITY as a team, GENUINE discussions, PROFESSIONAL care, COMMUNITY proud
Team at a glance
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Services in detail
Appointments & hours
Mon- Fri: 8-12:00, 1-5:30
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Frequently asked
What services does LaFayette Animal Clinic offer?+
LaFayette Animal Clinic offers General Practice, Wellness, Vaccination, Spay Neuter, Surgery, Dentistry, Imaging, In House Lab, and more.
When was LaFayette Animal Clinic established?+
LaFayette Animal Clinic has served the LaFayette, GA community since 1970.
What reviewers say
LaFayette Animal Clinic delivers dedicated veterinary care characterized by a compassionate, knowledgeable team and empathetic communication during difficult moments. The practice is widely regarded for treating pets with patience and gentleness, particularly helping anxious animals feel safe. While scheduling can occasionally present communication hurdles, the facility remains a valued local resource offering reasonable pricing and attentive follow-up care.
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Data as of July 2026. VetPulse aggregates public-record and licensing data; it does not represent the practice directly.