By Allison Peck | North Platte Post/Sandhills Post
North Platte, Neb. — After more than three decades of caring for pets and the people who love them, Dr. Susan Ridenour announced Dr. Susan's Vet Clinic will officially close its doors on December 31, 2025.
In an announcement shared this week, clinic owner Dr. Susan said stepping away from veterinary practice was a deeply emotional decision, but one she feels is necessary after the physical, mental, and emotional demands of the profession.
“It has been my deepest privilege to serve as a veterinarian for over three decades,” she wrote. “There are no words to express the proper amount of gratitude for the privilege of caring for both animals and the people who love them. However, this profession is a heavy weight to carry… It is now time for me to extend myself some of the grace and love that I have poured into my veterinary practice and pause to take care of myself.”
Dr. Susan said she is grateful for years of community support and is “excited for the next journey God has in store.”
Pet owners who would like their records emailed may contact the clinic at [email protected], or call or stop by before the closure.
Shelter Advises Pet Owners to Obtain Rabies Documentation
Following the announcement, the North Platte Animal Shelter issued an important reminder for pet owners who currently rely on Dr. Susan for veterinary care.
The shelter urges owners to contact the clinic as soon as possible to get a paper copy of their pet’s current rabies vaccination record. Owners are also encouraged to take a photo of the documentation for backup.
Animal Control requires proof of rabies vaccination if a pet gets loose or if a bite incident occurs. Without this documentation, the shelter cannot verify a pet’s status. In such cases, Animal Control may be forced to issue a citation for no proof of rabies vaccination, and bite cases could result in a 10-day quarantine at the shelter at the owner’s expense.
After December 31, pet owners can still request records by emailing [email protected].
The shelter thanks the community for taking steps to ensure proper documentation during the transition.