Hope Animal Medical Center

Athens, GA

At a glance

Facility type
Veterinary Practice
Practice tier
General
Clinic type
Standalone
Operating status
Operational
Appointment model
Both
24/7 care
No
Accepting new patients
Unknown

Species treated

Small Animal Companion

Services

General Practice Wellness Vaccination Spay Neuter Surgery Dentistry Imaging In House Lab Pharmacy Hospitalization Boarding Grooming Daycare End Of Life

Amenities & accessibility

Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lotWheelchair accessible restroom

Overview

Hope Animal Medical Center is a full-service veterinary medical facility located in Athens and serving the surrounding area. We offer services ranging from internal medicine and surgery to grooming, boarding and dayboarding. Hope has consistently been named "Best Veterinary" in Athens, GA by the Athens Banner Herald reader's choice awards. We treat dogs and cats

Founded in 1999 by UGA Veterinary School grad Jenifer Gustafson Hope, Hope Animal Medical Center provides exceptional care for pets. Dr. Hope graduated from UGA College of Veterinary Medicine in 1991 and in April 1999 fulfilled her dream of building Hope Animal Medical Center

Mission — HAMC is founded on our commitment to providing the best quality of care for pets and the highest level of customer service to our clients. Our goal is to provide exceptional veterinary care with compassion and expertise, serving Athens, GA, and surrounding areas with a commitment to excellence in pet health and wellness

Care capabilities

Emergency
Urgent Care Only

Team at a glance

4
Veterinarians (DVM)
12
Support staff
16
Total team

Individual names, titles & bios are in the practice intelligence layer below.

Technology & equipment

Digital RadiologyLaser SurgeryUltrasonographyEndoscopyCold Laser Therapy

Services in detail

Internal MedicineDigital and Dental RadiologyLaser SurgeryUltrasonographySurgeryGroomingBoardingDayboardingPreventative careWellness examinationsComplete blood work analysisCold Laser Therapy
Show all 21 services
Emergency and Critical CareEndoscopyPet Dental CareGeneral ServicesIn-House Laboratory & BloodworkMicrochipsPain ManagementPharmacyTraining and Behavioral Modification

Appointments & hours

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Monday–Friday: 7:30 AM – 6:00 PM Saturday-Sunday: Closed

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Frequently asked

Does Hope Animal Medical Center offer emergency or urgent care?+

Hope Animal Medical Center offers urgent care appointments most days of the week (not a 24/7 ER).

What services does Hope Animal Medical Center offer?+

Hope Animal Medical Center offers General Practice, Wellness, Vaccination, Spay Neuter, Surgery, Dentistry, Imaging, In House Lab, and more.

When was Hope Animal Medical Center established?+

Hope Animal Medical Center has served the Athens, GA community since 1999.

What reviewers say

93% Positive sentiment
based on 236 reviews

The practice features a compassionate and highly knowledgeable team of veterinarians and support staff who excel at handling anxious pets with gentleness and care. The facility is well-regarded for thorough examinations, clear communication regarding treatment plans, prompt follow-up care, and accommodating scheduling, including working pets in for urgent needs. While most experiences reflect exceptional and heartfelt care across routine visits and end-of-life support, occasional concerns arise regarding pricing transparency and treatment outcomes.

Frequently praised for

Compassionate StaffKnowledgeable VetsThorough ExplanationsShort WaitEasy SchedulingFair PricingClean FacilityGood With Anxious Pets

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Data as of July 2026. VetPulse aggregates public-record and licensing data; it does not represent the practice directly.