Why does my dog need to be sedated for OFA or PennHIP radiographs?

Sedation allows for the best patient positioning with minimal repeat radiographs (less radiation exposure) and the best representation of the hip status.

At what age should puppies and kittens be spayed or neutered?

Between 4 and 6 months of age. It may be recommended for certain large breed male dogs to be neutered closer to 1 year of age.

Why does my dog need to have his/her anal glands expressed?

If a dog’s anal glands are not expressing properly when they have a bowel movement, the glands will become full, impacted, and then infected. Due to abnormal anal tone, diet, or various inflammatory conditions, many dogs need their anal glands manually expressed every few weeks to prevent serious issues.

At what age should my dog have the first dental cleaning?

It depends on the dog’s genetics. Some dogs will need their first cleaning around the age of 3 years. Other dogs may start much later. It is important to have their teeth examined annually.

What are the most common lab tests performed at veterinary clinics?

Fecal evaluation, heartworm test, complete blood counts, urinalysis and chemistry panels to evaluate kidney and liver function.

At what age is my male dog old enough to breed?

Dogs are considered ready to breed when they are fully physically mature, or between the ages of 12 and 15 months.

How often do female dogs come into their heat cycle?

The average is 6 months, but can be more often for small breed dogs and less often for giant breed dogs.

Relationship-Centered Veterinary Care

785 US-64 Business
Conway, AR 72032

Our Mission

At Vilonia Animal Clinic, our mission is to provide quality medical care to our patients, and to build strong, caring, lifelong relationships with our clients and their pets.

Dr. Chris Gentry, Dr. Paul Jenkins and our hospital staff build these relationships with the highest quality diagnostics, treatment, surgery, client education and patient care.

Our client service staff builds relationships with clients through client education, effective communication skills, use of technology, and a commitment to serve.

Learn More About Our Animal Hospital

Our clinic is open for Doctor appointments for sick, well, and breeding consult appointments. We are also scheduling in-clinic appointments for your pet’s surgery discharge. We are still offering curbside services for Technician appointments (such as vaccinations, allergy shots, lab tests, nail trims, etc.) and for surgery drop-offs. We will confirm all of this with you when making an appointment. You can also utilize our curbside services for product purchases. If you have any questions at all, please don’t hesitate to let us know!

Meet Our Team

Our qualified veterinary team is here to care for your furry friend!

Let Us Care For Your Pet

We offer a wide range of animal health care services.

Let Us Help Breed Your Pet

Our office provides animal breeding services.

Caring for Pets in Vilonia, Conway and Surrounding Communities for Over 26 Years!

Our team has years of experience caring for animals and is continually educating themselves on the newest techniques as well as staying up to date with current advanced technology. Your pet’s health is in the best hands with Vilonia Animal Clinic. If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to contact us.

Words From Happy Pet-Owners

“They treat your fur babies like their own. I would definitely recommend them to anyone!”

Don T.

“My dog is hyper as all get out. They are very patient with him. Plus, when they had an unexpected opening they called me and got us in a few days early. And, they good vets!”

Allen W.

“EVERYONE at Vilonia Animal Clinic are wonderful! I had an emergency case with my dog and all of the staff from scheduling to the vet were caring, helpful and easy to deal with. I have NEVER had a bad experience here. Thank you!”

Heather P.

“I was very happy with everyone. They were knowledgeable and very friendly. My dog had a head injury and was admitted to the Little RockVet ER Hospital then rreferred to Vilonia Animal Clinic. They saw my dog immediately and provided excellent care. I would refer everyone to their care.”

Terra S.

“Dr. Jenkins and his staff are all so kind. He is honest, caring and very easy to talk with. He also explains things very well. I have moved regularly and have thus taken my senior dog to many different vets, and we rank Vilonia Animal Clinic at the top of our list for sure.”

Tiffany S.

“Amazing staff. Very polite and helpful. The doctor sat in the floor with my dog, I thought that was awesome. Will recommend Vilonia Animal clinic to others”

– Joey R.

Emergency Info

To serve our clients best, we want to make sure your pet can receive care whenever they need it. That is why we refer any after-hours emergency cases to one of our recommended emergency clinics.

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Providing quality care for your pet is what we do best! Give us a call at 501-796-8400 to talk to a member of our friendly team today!