Animal Medical Center of Jefferson City

09/21/2024

09/17/2024

Preen your feathers and warm up your singing voice because September 17 is National Pet Bird Day. It’s a chance to recognize and celebrate the joy that being a bird’s pet parent can bring to your life.

09/13/2024

Pet Birth Defect Awareness Day is observed on September 13, to bring awareness about pet birth defects as well as their mental health. Pet birth defects can be caused by various things, but a responsible pet owner can help to avoid some causes.

09/11/2024

On September 11th, Patriot Day gives all of us time to reflect on the devastating terror attacks that took nearly 3,000 lives. We commemorate those who we lost and give thanks to the brave first responders who put their lives on the line.

09/04/2024

Here’s another days worth of 1st visits. Apologies for the late post.

09/03/2024

Here is another day of 1st visits. Apologies for being so late.

09/02/2024

Happy Labor Day everyone! In honor of our nation's achievements, we will be closed Monday, September 2nd! We will reopen at 7:30am Tuesday morning. If your pet is in need of emergency care between now and Tuesday morning, please call Horton Animal Hospital-Discovery at 573-777-3609 or MU Veterinary Health Center at 573-882-7821.

Horton is located at 3609 Endeavor Ave, Columbia, MO 65201

MU-VHC is located at 900 E Campus Dr, Columbia, MO 65211

09/02/2024

Apologies for being behind with 1st visit photos. Here are some for you.

08/28/2024

August 28 is the day that we remember the pets that are no longer with us. Whilst the pain of losing a pet somewhat heals over time, they are never forgotten, and today is their day.

08/26/2024

National Dog Day is on August 26 and we are getting ready to celebrate all our furry friends in the best ways possible! Can you believe that our furry friends have been with us for at least 14,000 years? Thank goodness for that because what would we do without man’s best friend? It is time to pull out all the cake and pictures of your pup and share your love for them with the world!

08/23/2024

International Blind Dog Day, observed on August 23, is a day meant to appreciate blind dogs. Blind dogs are just like any other group of animals or humans with a disability. They’re generally healthy and can function as optimally as regular dogs, except that they could use some guidance and probably expert handling to train them to be able to function despite having no vision. There are several factors affecting and determining blindness in dogs, and these range from disease to old age. Most commonly, dogs go blind from medical conditions such as cataracts, glaucoma, progressive retinal atrophy, and suddenly acquired retinal degeneration (SARDS).

08/22/2024

National Take Your Cat to the Vet Day reminds us how much we love our friendly, furry, kitty companions.

In fact, we love them even if they’re not that furry — or friendly, for that matter! And since we’re responsible for their health and wellbeing (they can’t very well make an appointment to see the vet on their own,) we appreciate August 22 a lot.

08/17/2024

On National Black Cat Appreciation Day, August 17, black cats could use a good spin doctor. They’re so sleek and seductive with their all-knowing yellow and green eyes, but black cats seldom get positive press even though they’re just as adorable as other cats. Let’s look at facts about this national day that honors our beautiful, sleek cats, and the reason why it was created in the first place.

08/15/2024

It’s that time of the year when we raise awareness regarding the importance of microchipping, which greatly helps in reuniting missing pets with their owners.

08/14/2024

The day may not be a well-known one, but it’s still celebrated on local levels with schools, parks, and reptile enthusiasts being the main groups celebrating the occasion.

08/08/2024

August 8 is International Cat Day — a day to celebrate one of man’s most common and ancient pets. They have even been worshiped as gods (we see you, Egypt.) Well, it is not surprising, Cats are one of the coolest beings on the planet: they are independent, inquisitive, adventurous, have an amazing physiognomy, and the power to heal by themselves — at least most of the time.

08/04/2024

Assistance Dog Day is celebrated on August 4 every year. Dogs are a man’s best friend because of their loyalty and dedication, but assistant dogs take this to a whole new level. These dogs help people with disabilities or illnesses to navigate through life. They help where they can and perform simple tasks like guiding their owner’s path, helping fetch an item, and lots of other activities. These dogs and their trainers deserve to be celebrated, and so this brought about Assistance Dog Day which aims to raise funds and increase awareness of the work they do. It makes up part of International Assistance Dog Week.

08/01/2024

Since 2008, DOGust has been celebrated on August 1 to honor the furry adopted companions who bring so much love and joy to our lives. So, what should you do for DOGust? If you have an adopted dog, spend the day doing what your pup loves best.