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Locally owned with over 50 years experience so we provide you with personalized attention for your pet.
Our History
Plains Animal Hospital History
- Citizens Voice Award Winner- Over 50 Years of Experience- Locally Owned- Your Pets Are Our Priority
Our Hospital's Story
Plains Animal Hospital is a progressive, small animal general practice. We were founded in 1995 by Dr. Douglas Ayers. Plains Animal Hospital has been acknowledged as one of the region's top veterinary facilities. Our staff consists of five veterinarians, 14 technicians and 12 client services staff members. We serve over 9,000 clients and 25,000 patients.
In 2008, we moved into our new, state-of-the-art, "green" facility. Our building consists of 7,000 square feet of space which maximizes our ability to give the best care possible to our patients. We are equipped with advanced technology so we can practice the highest quality of veterinary medicine. Our "mission" is to provide comprehensive high-quality veterinary care with an emphasis on exceptional client service and patient care. We offer a full range of hospital services that will help support your pet at every stage of life. Your pet's health is our priority!
In Memoriam of Our Founder Dr. Doug Ayers
Dr. Doug Ayers was one of those people who truly changed the world for the better… one person, one pet at a time. Dr. Ayers opened Plains Animal Hospital in 1995 and developed it into a reputable, small-animal general practice. PAH is located in an environmentally friendly, green building.
Dr. Ayers took great pride in designing the building to have as small an eco-footprint as possible. Additionally, he created Plains Animal Hospital to be managed on a foundation of compassion and integrity. That’s just the kind of person he was because Dr. Ayers cared deeply about people, animals, and the environment.
Dr. Ayers grew up in both Noxen and Wilkes-Barre. He graduated from Coughlin High School, King’s College, and the University of Pennsylvania. He was well-regarded as possessing a wealth of knowledge about gardening, barns, cows, medicine, history, and just about everything in between. Dr. Ayers loved to teach others and improve their lives. Just as notable was his kind demeanor. Dr. Ayers was a Christian and exemplified what it means to "love thy neighbor." He made everyone around him feel important.
In addition to providing the NEPA area with outstanding veterinary care, Dr. Ayers helped establish the North Branch Land Trust to conserve rural scenic lands from becoming over-developed. In 2009, he created The Lands at Hillside Farms which is a non-profit educational dairy farm. He was able to save the 412 acre, historic farm which now teaches sustainable life choices. Dr. Ayers orchestrated many complex business deals, yet was not afraid to get his boots muddy.
Dr. Ayers passed away in 2017 after a long illness. His absence leaves an empty space in the lives of the many people who loved him. His legacy is truly stunning. If we all worked as hard as Dr. Ayers, and cared about others and our resources the way he did, our world would truly be a remarkable place.
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