Business Details
11 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Your Partner in Pet Healthcare Excellence
Cotner Pet Care has been proudly serving Lincoln, NE since 2015 with advanced veterinary medicine in a stress-free environment. Our team understands pets are family and commits to their long-term health through modern techniques and equipment. We emphasize preventative care while offering surgical, dental, and diagnostic services. With a focus on client education and personalized treatment plans, we combine 20+ years of collective veterinary experience with compassionate care.Our state-of-the-art facility supports comprehensive wellness exams, vaccinations, and specialized procedures while maintaining transparency in pricing and communication. We prioritize pet comfort through fear-free practices and maintain rigorous professional standards through continuing education.
Services
Dental Care
Wellness Exams
Vaccinations
Surgical Services
Diagnostics
Parasite Prevention
Puppy/Kitten Care
Senior Pet Care
Urgent Care
End of Life Care
Details
- Year established: 2015
Highlights and features
- We offer 20+ years of combined veterinary expertise with advanced dental and surgical capabilities
- Our fear-free practices reduce pet stress during examinations and treatments
- We provide transparent pricing with $25 off first wellness exams for new clients
- Our team stays current with modern veterinary medicine through continuing education
- We utilize state-of-the-art diagnostic imaging and surgical equipment
What people say
Professional, friendly staff
Reasonable prices
Feel like family
Well cared for
Safe and secure
Services
Dental Care
We provide comprehensive dental services including oral exams, teeth cleanings, and extractions. Our team uses digital X-rays and ultrasonic scalers to address periodontal disease below the gumline. Regular cleanings prevent systemic infections that can affect vital organs. We educate pet owners on at-home care techniques and recommend annual dental checkups for optimal oral health.
Wellness Exams
Our comprehensive wellness exams assess pets' overall health through physical evaluations of body condition, organ systems, and skin. We recommend annual exams for adult pets and bi-annual visits for seniors. These checkups help detect early signs of disease and allow us to create personalized vaccination and parasite prevention plans tailored to each pet's lifestyle.
Surgical Services
We perform spays, neuters, and soft tissue surgeries using advanced anesthetic monitoring equipment. Our surgical protocol includes pre-operative bloodwork, pain management plans, and post-operative care instructions. The facility maintains strict sterilization standards and our team provides detailed recovery guidance to ensure proper healing for all surgical patients.
Diagnostics
Our diagnostic capabilities include digital radiography and ultrasound for internal organ evaluation. These non-invasive tools help detect conditions like heart disease, urinary stones, and tumors. Our experienced staff interprets results promptly to facilitate timely treatment decisions while maintaining patient comfort during imaging procedures.
Senior Pet Care
We specialize in age-related care for pets over seven years old. Our senior wellness program includes enhanced screening for arthritis, kidney disease, and metabolic conditions. We provide mobility assistance recommendations, dietary adjustments, and pain management strategies to maintain quality of life for aging pets through twice-yearly comprehensive health assessments.
People
Dr. Shane Garner
Medical Director
Fear Free Certified Veterinarian with expertise in stress-free pet care. Specializes in creating positive veterinary experiences while maintaining strong client communication about treatment options and preventative care strategies.
Dr. Cassandra Heath
Veterinarian
10-year veterinary professional focusing on preventative wellness plans and client education. Emphasizes clear communication about treatment options and preventative care while maintaining strong community involvement in local veterinary associations.
Ashley
Practice Manager
Veterinary management professional with HR expertise specializing in fear-free clinic operations. Coordinates behavioral case management while pursuing licensed technician certification to enhance patient care capabilities.
Colleen R.
Veterinary Assistant
25-year animal care veteran with dual experience in nursing homes and veterinary clinics. Specializes in compassionate patient handling and client support during emotional end-of-life care situations.
Kara
Receptionist
Client services specialist with extensive local knowledge of Lincoln pet care resources. Focuses on creating welcoming first impressions and coordinating smooth appointment scheduling for efficient patient flow.
Questions
What veterinary services do you offer?
We provide wellness exams, vaccinations, dental care, surgical procedures, diagnostics, parasite prevention, senior pet care, and urgent care during business hours.
Do you handle emergency pet care?
We provide urgent care during regular hours. For after-hours emergencies, contact Veterinary Emergency Services of Lincoln at (402) 489-6800.
How can I schedule an appointment?
Call us at (402) 904-4492 during business hours or use our online booking system for wellness exams and routine visits.
What payment methods do you accept?
We accept major credit cards, cash, and CareCredit financing. Payment is required at the time of service.
Are you equipped for senior pet care?
Yes, we offer specialized geriatric assessments with enhanced screening for age-related conditions and customized mobility support plans for pets over seven years old.
