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Welcome MSU Students!
Mentorship
For new DVMs and LVTs, the right mentorship can shape an entire career. Early experiences influence how confident you feel in your skills and how deeply you understand the reasoning behind each medical decision. At CCAH, mentorship runs two generations strong. Dr. Smith mentored Dr. Forbes, who now owns the hospital, and together they’ve built a team where that same commitment to teaching, collaboration, and curiosity continues every day. Every team member, from doctors to technicians, benefits from hands-on guidance, open communication, and the kind of support that helps new professionals grow into confident, capable clinicians.
Why work at an independent hospital?
Working at an independent hospital like Compassionate Care Animal Hospital means joining a team where medicine, not corporate policy, guides every decision. Our doctors and technicians have the freedom to choose the treatments, medications, and approaches that best serve each patient, without preset formularies or production quotas. Collaboration replaces hierarchy, and every voice on the team is heard. You will have the opportunity to help shape protocols, introduce new ideas, and see the direct impact of your work on both patients and the hospital’s growth. Independence also means our focus stays local, answering to our community rather than shareholders. Here, veterinary professionals can practice with integrity, curiosity, and purpose every day.
Spirit's Legacy Fund
Spirit’s Legacy Fund is at the heart of Compassionate Care Animal Hospital. Founded to ensure that no pet with a treatable condition goes without care due to financial hardship, SLF provides direct financial assistance for patients whose families cannot afford the full cost of treatment. Nearly every dollar donated goes straight to medical care, funded through client contributions and community events that keep the program thriving. This commitment to compassionate, accessible medicine defines how we practice every day. It reminds us that veterinary care is not only about treating illness, but about strengthening the bond between pets, their families, and the community that supports them.