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GILMER ANIMAL CLINIC is a full-service veterinary medical facility, located in GILMER, TX . The professional and courteous staff at GILMER ANIMAL CLINIC seeks to provide the best possible medical care, surgical care and dental care for their highly-valued patients.

We are committed to promoting responsible pet ownership, preventative health care and health-related educational opportunities for our clients. GILMER ANIMAL CLINIC strives to offer excellence in veterinary care to GILMER, TX and surrounding areas.

Please take a moment to contact us today, to learn more about our veterinary practice and to find out more information about how GILMER ANIMAL CLINIC can serve the needs of you and your cherished pet.

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"Dont tell me I just weigh 10 pounds...you better look at that scale again...add the other 100 pounds to it and get back to me"

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We have two Doctors to serve you. Dr. Craig Ball and Dr. Christina Hurt.

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Ashley grew up in Keller, TX. where she graduated from Keller High School. She earned an Associates Degree in Accounting from Tarrant County College and she also attended Texas AM University. She has worked in Mortgage/Banking for thirteen years and has been a licensed loan officer. She is the Office Administrator for GAC and handles all the financial aspects of the clinic. Ashley is married to Dr. Craig Ball and adores her son, Seth. They have three dogs, Maggie Mae - Beagle, Mocha - Chocolate Lab, Little Orphan Annie - Australian Shepherd Mix and one cat, RC. They have two horses, Jake - Quarter Horse and Chief - Paint. Ashley enjoys scrapbooking, reading, camping, riding ATV's and riding horses. Memberships/Associations: Upshur County AM Club, 12th Man Foundation, former member of 20th Century Club. View

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Amy Wilson joined the Gilmer Animal Clinic team November 2009. She attended Gilmer High School from 2004 until 2007. She then graduated from Harmony High School May of 2008. She is very proud of her young son JT, and her fiancee James Tefteller. Together they enjoy their dogs Puddles, and Ruthie. They also share their home with a cat named Roxie. Amy loves to go to the movies and hang out with her family and friends. View

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The Staff at Gilmer Animal Clinic encourages young people to volunteer in the community and develop their bond with animals. If anyone is interested in spending a day or a few hours with us, just give us a call! View

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Dr. Ball graduated in 1997 with a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree from Texas AM University, College of Veterinary Medicine. In 1990 he graduated from Plano East Senior High. Dr. Ball has worked in the veterinary field ever since he was 15 years old. "I have a true love for all aspects of both large and small animal care. I aspire to meeting the needs of our clientele fully and truly improving the health and wellbeing of our patients." Dr. Ball is married to his wife, Ashley and they have a son named Seth Alan. Seth was welcomed home in June 2007, by a large family of pets. They have three dogs, Maggie Mae - Beagle, Mocha - Chocolate Lab, and Little Orphan Annie - Australian Shepherd Mix. They have one cat, RC. When time permits they enjoy riding their horses Jake - Quarter Horse and Chief - Paint. Dr. Ball enjoys fishing, bird hunting, riding ATV's and camping. Memberships/Associations: AVMA, TVMA, ETVMA, AAEP, The Association of Former Students Century Club, 12th Man Foundation, Upshur County AM Club - Vise President, Upshur County Lions Club. View

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Mary has been with the clinic since December of 2005. She has worked as our receptionist and currently as our office manager. She graduated high school here in Gilmer, and then received an Associates Degree from North East Texas Community College and a Bachelors of Science in Agronomy from Texas AM Commerce. She has held a Certified Applicators License in Pest and Termite Control. And has attended several seminars on veterinary medicine and management. Mary enjoys spending time with her husband, Calvin and her three children. Her kids, Desirae, Allen, and Derek are very active in cheerleading, dance, baseball, football,and volleyball. Their family also includes Astro a Golden Retriever puppy, Dusty a doberman pincher, and two cats, Louie and Blot. The family enjoys taking trips to visit zoos, museums, and amusement parks. They also enjoy exploring caves, bowling, putt putt golf and going to the movies. But more than anything the five of them LOVE baseball. They are extreme fans of the Houston Astros! Mary is a member of Latch Baptist Church, she also serves as a committee member for Boy Scout Troop 314 and is a member of friends of scouting. She is also an active member of the Gilmer High School Cheer Booster Club. View

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Efrain joined Gilmer Animal Clinic in 2008. He is our large animal technician, and is most often accompanying our Doctors on their house calls. Efrain enjoys horse racing and rodeos. View

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Annette is the kennel manager for Gilmer Animal Clinic. She is responsible for making sure that our boarding facilities are as compfortable and clean as possible for all your pets. Annette and her fiancee Cam recently moved to Gilmer from Tracy, California. Their son Derrick also made the trip to Gilmer and has made many new friends at Gilmer Intermediate School. Annette's son Nicholas and Cam's boys, Jake and Zack, all teenagers, choose to stay in California to finish out their schooling. The family also includes their beagle, Bailey, Izzy, a golden retriever, and two cats that go by Shadow and Willie. After settling in their new home a stray hound dog also joined the group earning the name Hope. Before coming to Gilmer, Annette had worked for over thirteen years a as veterinary technician and then as a bio-tech animal facility manager for the last fifteen and half years. Her studies certified her as a laboratory animal technician, or "LATg". Annette enjoys camping, and dog obedience showing Her memberships and associations include NCBAALAS, and the National AALAS View

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Patricia joined Gilmer Animal Clinic August of 2008. She was born in Longview and is a 2003 graduate of New Diana High School. Patricia has just recently moved back to Diana after living in Rockwall for 6 years. Patricia is the proud mother of eight year old Nathan. She and Nathan decided to move back to our area so that they could be closer to her mother, Carol Sipes of Diana. Nathan and Patricia share their love with their pets, Sierra, a pit bull mix (and all lap dog), and their tabby cat Saharra. In her spare time she enjoys photography, journalism, sports with Nathan, animals and helping others. Be sure to stop in to meet Tricia and the rest of the friendly staff of GAC! View

For after hours emergency care (903) 797-2744 Your call is answered 24 hours a day!

News and Announcements:We are now offering Laser Therapy and Laser Surgeries Call 903-797-2744 for more information on these new services We now carry the pink and blue ribbon collars and leashes Please e-mail your appointment and medication refill request to gac@etex.net

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