Beltline Animal Hospital


At Beltline Animal Hospital, we know how much your pets mean to you. After all, they’re part of the family.

And, because they’re part of the family, your pets deserve the best medical care available. Whether it’s an emergency or regular preventative treatment, Beltline Animal Hospital is the best choice for quality veterinary services. We’ve been caring for local pets since 1982.

Our entire staff provides experienced, loving care for your pets. And, we have an unbeatable track record to prove it: many, many satisfied customers and many more healthy and happy pets.

Please give us a call. We look forward to hearing from you.

Hospital Hours

Monday through Friday: 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Saturday: 7 a.m. to 12 p.m.*
Sunday: Closed

* Our hospital is closed on selected Saturdays in summer, fall, and winter. Please check with our staff for applicable dates.

The hospital is closed Memorial Day, July 4th, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, The day after Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Years Eve and  New Year's Day.

About Our Hospital

We are a full-service hospital offering complete medical and surgical care. We also offer boarding, grooming, low-cost spays and neuters, and prescription diets. Drop-off service is also available.

The doctors and staff are here to provide the best possible service and care for you and your pet. If you have any questions about our hospital policies and procedures, feel free to discuss them with us. Stop in for a tour of our facility anytime.

Thank you for allowing us to care for you and your pet.

Referrals are greatly appreciated.

Richard T. Karlburg, D.V.M., and Staff
Young boy and girl sitting in grass with dog
  • Mon-Fri: 7:00 AM-7:00 PM
  • Sat: 7:00 AM-Noon
  • Sun: Closed
  • After Hour Emergency:
  • Veterinarian Emergency Service
  • (608) 222-2455 or (608)831-1101
  • Dr. Richard Karlburg, D.V.M.

    Dr. Richard Karlburg, D.V.M.

    I was born and raised on a dairy farm in West Central Illinois, where I was very active in 4-H and high school sports during those days.
    After high school graduation I attended The Ohio State University and earned my bachelors degree in animal science. I was then accepted and attended University of Illinois/ College of Veterinary Medicine where I earned my doctorate of  Veterinary Medicine degree. I knew I wanted to be a veterinarian since I was a young boy of seven, now I had accomplished my dream.
    I worked  in two mixed animal practices in Illinois before moving to Madison in 1982 to pursue small animal practice and that is when I began management of  the Beltline Animal Hospital. In 1987 with the growth of the practice we built and  moved the into the new facility. I enjoy all aspects of small animal medicine and surgery, but especially enjoy performing surgery.
    In my spare time I enjoy spending time with my wonderful wife, Peg whom I have spent the last 32 years enjoying life with. Of course enjoying high school sports when I was younger has followed me to my adult life and I enjoy college and pro football and college basketball and I am lucky enough to have a wife who enjoys watching it too!  
    I have five energetic cats that make our clinic whole; We have Gozer, PJ, Tigger, Spark Plug and Chassie who you may see on any given day at the clinic and  they always look forward to a little lap time from anyone whom  is willing to share.

    Years in Practice:
    May 16, 1976
    Education:
    University of Illinois/ School of Veterinary Medicine
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  • Tina B

    Tina B

    I have worked at the hospital since high school, started out doing kennel work, expanding knowledge to groomer for a bit and receptionist/ vet assistant for the past many years. I am very capable and willing to help out in any area needed.  I enjoy my job very much and love to visit our clientele and their pets on each visit.  There is never a dull day at the Beltline Animal hopsital, whether it be our clientele and their pets or our own five clinic cats that ad fun to our day. 

    Outside of work I have a wonderful husband, John of  twenty- four years,  we enjoy flea markets, antiquing, and spending time outdoors. We have two sons, Tyler and Josh who we have had so much fun watching  grow into wonderful young men, of course spending time with them is always an exciting adventure. Of course our home would not be complete without our devoted four legged friends; Eddie, our  9year old terrier mix and his faithful companion Swiffer, our  8 year old dachshund mix. A full house but a fun one!   
    Years in Practice:
    Aug 26, 1983
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  • Susan M

    Susan M

    Years in Practice:
    Apr 07, 2011
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  • Barb S

    Barb S

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    Years in Practice:
    Apr 07, 2011
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  • Heather S

    Heather S

    I have been with the Beltline Animal Hospital for 14 years, I began my career here as a Certified Veterinary Technician with my Associate Degree from MATC in 1998. I really enjoyed the technician work but always had an interest in the grooming field. In 2002 I began a year long process of on the job training with a professional groomer and have been grooming ever since. I really think the experience I gained as a technician has benefited by grooming career by making each groom a pleasant experience foe the pets and myself.  Away from work I enjoy spending time with my own pets; Beasly is my 15 year old beagle mix who still enjoys some time at the dog park and Louie is my 14 year old cat who prefers a nice sunny spot on the couch. I also enjoy traveling and a chance to visit a good amusement park.
    Years in Practice:
    May 01, 1998
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