Sioux Center Veterinary Clinic has been a part of the Sioux Center community for 30 plus years. Dr. Cari took over ownership in 2019. We offer a variety of mixed animal services including bovine feedlot consulting, bovine processing services, bovine reproduction, small ruminant reproduction, small ruminant consulting, small animal surgery, small animal reproduction services and much more.
OUR MISSION:
To provide high-quality services at a cost effective rate as measured by animal health outcomes and customer satisfaction. We do this through the lens of our values.
OUR VISION:
To be recognized as a leader in delivering high-quality, cost effective animal health care in tristate area.
OUR VALUES:
FAITH: Faith is central to our practice at Sioux Center Veterinary Clinic. We recognize God’s perfect creation referred to in Genesis. The animals of the earth were created on the 5th and 6th day of creation and these animals are His. (Psalm 50:10-11). We strive to uphold this by being diligent in caring for the animals in your care. “Be thou diligent to know the state of thy flocks and to look well to thy herds.” Proverbs 27:23
FAMILY: Family is the heartbeat of caring for our animals as a means to care for your animals. Many of our clients care for animals as a means to care for their family and many pets are recognized as members of our client’s family. We keep this in mind as we care for all of your animals and find this as the heartbeat of our clinic.
FARM: The Sioux Center Veterinary Clinic is nestled in the heart of farm country which is a community we hold near and dear to our hearts. The farming community is one of strength, perseverance, faith and love. These elements keep us grounded in our values which guides our mission and makes our vision possible.
Our Staff
Dr. Cari Van ZwedenOwner, Veterinarian
Dr. Cari Van Zweden began working at Sioux Center Vet Clinic in 2013 after graduating from the University of Missouri-Columbia with a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree. Dr. Cari took over ownership of the Sioux Center Vet Clinic in 2019. Dr. Cari diagnoses, treats, performs surgeries, processes, consults, writes vaccination protocols and is passionate about serving her customers to meet their needs. She is married to Josh Van Zweden and they have three sons Jude, Jax, and Jameson. Cari enjoys spending time with her boys, playing the piano, loving on her fur dogs, camping and traveling.
Todd Van HollandLead Support Staff, Maintenance
Todd Van Holland started working at the Sioux Center Vet Clinic in 1994. He is a lead support staff and part of the maintenance team at Sioux Center Vet. Todd is BQA certified and is a passionate supporter of the farming community. Todd's years of experience make him a vital member of our team as he assists the veterinarians with their work. Todd's wife's name is Amy and they have 2 sons, Cody and Lane and one daughter, Mya. His interests are spending time with family, hunting and fishing.
Damon BleekerLead Support Staff, Maintenance
Damon Bleeker started at Sioux Center Vet Clinic in 1994. Damon is a lead support staff and part of our maintenance crew. Damon's years of experience makes him a vital member of the team as he assists our veterinarians with their work. Damon is BQA certified and a passionate supporter of the farming community. He is married to his wife Beth, they have a son Sawyer and daughter Lauren. Damon enjoys hunting and feeding cattle.
Jean YmkerSupport Staff, Office Support
Jean is our small animal expert and is often seen assisting our veterinarians with their small animal procedures. She has extensive knowledge and even raises her own puppies! She is continues adding value with her extensive knowledge in the large animal domain, as well. Jean spends most of her day helping the veterinarians, but will also be seen helping in the office, keeping things orderly and is always ready to pitch in and help in any capacity.
Kelsey ClausOffice Manager, Support Staff
Kelsey Claus started at Sioux Center Vet Clinic in October 2014. Kelsey is a jack of all trades at the clinic. She is mostly operates as a office manager, but also assists vets on country calls, with surgeries, helps with cleaning, helps with maintenance and is always a friendly smile. Kelsey is married to Evan and has a son named Chas. She enjoys raising baby calves, riding horse and spending time with her family.
Barbara McAvoyOffice Secretary
Barb is our office secretary. Barb keeps track of our bills and is sure to keep our operation, operational. Barb can be seen all over the clinic helping customers, running errands, helping the vets, answering the phone, keeping things tidy and much more. She does this all and is our secretary.