Horton Animal Hospital-Forum
Columbia, MO
At a glance
- Facility type
- Veterinary Practice
- Practice tier
- General
- Clinic type
- Standalone
- Operating status
- Operational
- Appointment model
- Both
- 24/7 care
- No
Species treated
Services
Amenities & accessibility
Overview
Serving Columbia's pets for over 40 years! We provide high quality, progressive veterinary medicine while promoting the human-animal bond through our commitment to our clients, their pets and our community
Originally opened as an out-patient clinic, we have grown into a full-service hospital. Dr. Sczepanski facilitated its transition from satellite clinic to full-service hospital. She became the managing partner in 1995. With the hard work of Dr. Reisdorf and the rest of the Forum team, she proudly built and opened the new hospital in 2005
Mission — To provide high quality, progressive veterinary medicine while promoting the human-animal bond through our commitment to our clients, their pets and our community
Care capabilities
- Emergency
- Urgent Care Only
Team at a glance
Individual names, titles & bios are in the practice intelligence layer below.
Services in detail
Appointments & hours
Monday-Thursday: 7:30 AM - 7:00 PM; Friday: 7:30 AM - 5:00 PM; Saturday: 7:30 AM - 12:00 PM; Sunday: Closed
Frequently asked
Is Horton Animal Hospital-Forum accepting new patients?+
Yes — Horton Animal Hospital-Forum is currently accepting new patients.
Does Horton Animal Hospital-Forum offer emergency or urgent care?+
Horton Animal Hospital-Forum offers urgent care appointments most days of the week (not a 24/7 ER).
Does Horton Animal Hospital-Forum treat exotic pets?+
Yes — Horton Animal Hospital-Forum offers care for exotic pets in addition to small animals.
What services does Horton Animal Hospital-Forum offer?+
Horton Animal Hospital-Forum offers Wellness, Vaccination, Surgery, Dentistry, Imaging, In House Lab, Pharmacy, End Of Life.
What reviewers say
This independent veterinary practice in Columbia delivers comprehensive medical and surgical care for both traditional household pets and exotic species, including small mammals and reptiles. The facility features a clean, modernized environment equipped to handle routine wellness, dental cleanings, orthopedic surgeries, and specialized diagnostics. The veterinary and support teams are widely regarded as compassionate, highly knowledgeable, and exceptionally patient with anxious animals. Staff members provide thorough explanations of treatment plans, maintain proactive communication during procedures, and approach end-of-life care with deep empathy. While the practice offers accommodating scheduling for regular patients, capacity constraints can occasionally lead to wait times and limited availability for urgent or non-client emergencies.
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Data as of July 2026. VetPulse aggregates public-record and licensing data; it does not represent the practice directly.