Firehall 4 Animal Hospital

We want to make each visit a happy one for both you and your pet by giving personalized care in a comfortable environment. We love each dog and cat as if it were our own and cherish every experience we have with our patients. We provide comprehensive care for fur babies of all ages, from wellness to urgent care visits, grooming, boarding, dentistry, and more

Fire Station 4 opened on January 6th of 1965. The station was run by eight men who operated in two shifts and utilized a 1953 GMC Fire Engine. However, with new technology came new fire trucks, which became a bit too large for the historic firehall! A new fire station was erected in 2003, just down the street from our beloved Fire Station 4. Just one year later, Firehall 4 Animal Hospital was established and began its new role in looking after the pets of Athens. The goal in opening the clinic was to provide the people of Athens with caring, compassionate service for them and their pets. Since its inception, the team has undergone changes in leadership and is run by two veterinarians, Dr. Jennifer Peterson and Dr. Kelly Laas

Mission — Dr. Peterson and Dr. Laas graduated from the University of Georgia, College of Veterinary Medicine in 2009. After several years working in the veterinary field, they established a goal to one day own a practice where they could offer a different kind of care, a care that embodies quality medicine, gold standard care for their patients, and compassion for people and their pets. They have achieved that goal. At Firehall 4 Animal Hospital, you will find a standard of care that looks at your pet as an individual with an understanding that every pet parent has individual needs and wants for their pet’s health. We understand that every pet’s lifestyle is different and their care should be catered to their specific needs. We desire life-long relationships with our patients and their owners. We spend time with our clients and their pets. Having conversations about our patient’s health based on mutual respect, trust, education, compassion, and understanding are important to us. We believe in preventative care and making decisions and choices in our patient’s lives that identify issues early and lead to happier pets that live longer, healthier lives. We treat each and every pet as if they were our own and we constantly strive to offer the best care possible. We love our patients but we love their owners too. That is our mission and that is our promise