Welcome to Darby Creek Veterinary Clinic!
At Darby Creek Veterinary Clinic, our vision is clear: to provide modern, compassionate, and family-oriented veterinarian pet care. Our owner and veterinarian, Dr. Matthew Nicol, and his team are dedicated professionals who share a genuine love for animals. Our mission is to create a compassionate environment that fosters the human-animal bond. We offer a range of services, from wellness visits to surgeries and same-day sick appointments.
We understand that your pets are cherished members of your family. When you visit us, you’ll experience the warmth and care of a family-owned practice. Our team is passionate about caring for your pets.
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Meet the Team of Darby Creek Veterinary Clinic
Testimonials
“Dr. Nicol is kind, thorough, and gentle with his fur-bearing patients. His staff is always caring and courteous. I highly recommend Dr. Nicol and Darby Creek Veterinary Clinic. You will not be disappointed.
Gerry L.
“Dr. Nicol and his team provide great care to all of our fur babies at a reasonable rate. They’ve been with us through it all and show great care and compassion even in those difficult times. I strongly recommend them!
Diane F.
“All 5 of my fur babies have been seen here. We live 45 minutes away and the drive is well worth it. Dr. Nicol and his staff are amazing! They all love animals and cared for mine like their own. Mine range from 1 year to 14 years and all have been seen for a variety of reasons and all were treated with love and concern. We are very happy and satisfied with the care that is shown when we have to visit!
Diana C.
“Dr Nicol and his staff are wonderful. They treat you and your animal(s) like family as they are gentle, caring, kind, professional and respectful. Our dog loves going there, gets excited to see everyone, and receive lots of attention when she walks in. Their office is clean and their hours are also accommodating to busy work schedules. We are so blessed to have found this group.
Nikki M.
“Dr Nicol and staff are awesome! We had 3 dogs and unfortunately due to age (16yrs old) lost 2 of them with their care. I love this group of medical professionals! They care about your pets if they were your own!
Cindi L.
“Darby Creek was WONDERFUL with our fur baby!!! They called us after he was out of sx and in recovery to let us know how he was doing!! They kept him overnight to watch him and make sure he was okay, and even sent him home with accurate dosing pain medications!! We will absolutely be using them for any future appointments that we need!! It is such a relief to have such an AMAZING VET SO CLOSE TO HOME!!!! HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!!!
Jo R.
Frequently Asked Questions
What types of services do you offer?
- Pet Wellness Exams and Vaccinations
- Pet Dental Care Services with Dental X-Ray
- Full Body Digital X-Ray
- Comprehensive Laboratory Diagnostics Including In-House Analyzers
- Spays, Neuters, and General Soft Tissue Surgeries
- Anal Gland Expression
- Health Certification
- Custom Pet Diets
- Laser Therapy
- Senior Pet Services
What types of pets do you treat?
At Darby Creek Veterinary Clinic, we treat dogs and cats.
When should I get my dog/cat spayed or neutered?
We typically will recommend spay or neuter around 6 months of age. This, however, can differ based on the breed.
Do you accept emergencies?
During business hours, we are able to take emergency cases. We ask that you call ahead so our team can assess the situation before you bring in your pet.
Learn MoreDo you accept appointments? Do you accept walkins?
Yes, we offer and prefer that you request an appointment before your visit to our practice!
What are your hours of operation?
Mon: 9am-7pm | Tues: 9am-6pmWed: 9am-5pm | Thurs: 9am-2pm
Fri: 9am-3:30pm
Sat & Sun: Closed
What vaccines does my dog need?
Core vaccines: DAPPL (Distemper, Adenovirus/Hepatitis, Parvovirus, Parainfluenza, Leptospirosis) and Rabies (required by the state)
Noncore vaccines: Bordetella (kennel cough), Canine influenza, and Lyme
How often should my dog/cat be seen or due for vaccines?
Every pet should be seen yearly for boosters and a health check by the doctor.
Heartworm protection and why?
There are monthly topical and monthly chewable products, as well as an every six-month injection. Our vet staff can help you choose the right treatment for your pet.
WHY? Heartworm disease is a serious and potentially fatal illness caused by a blood-borne parasite called Dirofilaria immitis, which is transmitted by mosquitos. The disease can cause severe lung problems, heart failure, and other organ damage. See American Heartworm Society (www.heartwormsociety.org) for mor information.
When should I get my dog/cat spayed or neutered?
We typically will recommend spay or neuter around 6 months of age. This, however, can differ based on the breed.
Best foods brands for my dog/cat?
We recommend selecting a food that is made by a responsible company: Purina One, Purina ProPlan, lams, Science Diet, Blue Buffalo, Hills.
***we recommend staying away from foods with added color and grain free (unless allergic)***
Is dental care important?
Dental hygiene is as important to your pet’s overall health as nutrition and exercise. Gum inflammation and tooth loss can be very painful to your animals and costly to treat. It can also lead to more serious conditions, including damage to the heart, lungs, and kidneys.
Brushing teeth is the best care. (we recommend at least once a week)
What are the best treats/toys for my pets?
If you can’t dent a chew with your fingernail or you wouldn’t want it thrown at your shins, then DON’T allow your pet to chew it. Broken teeth hurt!
Kong products are very safe, and you can put peanut butter, yogurt, cheese in them and freeze them to keep your pet occupied longer.
CET Dental chews are best from the dental side. Greenies are popular in the stores but are known to not digest well.
Baby carrots, green beans, bananas, cooked sweet potato, peanut butter (xylitol free) are other good options for treats.
*** stay away from processed foods with added color ***
What is a good weight for my pet?
Every breed is different. Ideally you want to observe the waist behind ribs when viewed from above and ribs palpable without excess fat covering. Purina and Hills have body condition charts and ideal breed weights online.
Nails?
Nail trims can be very traumatizing, so please try to work with your pet.
Play with their feet.
Clip just the tip of the nail to get them used to it. Clip a couple nails and give them a break if needed.
