Mobile vet clinic brings animal care to Lordsburg residents
Arenas Valley Animal Clinic held a vet clinic in Lordsburg on Jan. 13, providing local access to pet care; the week also included library programs for families in Hidalgo County.
A pop-up veterinary clinic served Lordsburg residents on Jan. 13, offering an on-site option for animal care at the Lordsburg Fire Department from 1 to 5 p.m. The event, organized by Arenas Valley Animal Clinic, was aimed at animals in the Lordsburg area; residents seeking more information can call 575-388-1993.
Mobile veterinary clinics like this one provide more than convenience. For Hidalgo County, where long travel distances and limited clinic hours can block routine care, visiting clinics help protect animal health, prevent the spread of parasites and zoonotic diseases, and ease financial and logistical burdens for low-income households. Access to basic veterinary services also supports animal welfare and reduces pressure on shelters and rescue groups that often absorb animals whose owners cannot secure care.
The Lordsburg event came during a week of community programming in the county. The Lordsburg Hidalgo Library hosted a crochet class and a board games session for children on Jan. 16, illustrating how local institutions combine health, education and social supports in close succession. These offerings help families stretch resources while keeping children and pets engaged and cared for without a long commute.
Public health officials and advocates note that periodic clinics address immediate needs but do not replace consistent local infrastructure. Rural communities across the region often lack full-time veterinarians, which increases the value of mobile services and volunteer efforts. Sustaining such services usually requires cooperation between clinics, municipal partners such as fire departments, and funders or nonprofit programs that can subsidize costs for people on tight budgets.
For Hidalgo County residents, these clinics are both practical and equitable: they lower the barrier to preventive care such as vaccinations and parasite control, and they acknowledge the role pets play in family stability, companionship and mental health. Community-run events at shared spaces like fire stations and libraries create touchpoints for information about other supports, from food assistance networks to low-cost spay and neuter programs when available.
Looking ahead, residents who missed the Jan. 13 clinic should keep the Arenas Valley Animal Clinic contact number, 575-388-1993, for updates on future visits. Continued collaboration between local agencies, healthcare providers and community organizations will be key to expanding reliable animal care across Hidalgo County and ensuring that both people and their pets can stay healthy and connected.
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