The Animal Clinic, P.C.

Specialties

Veterinary care of canines and felines

Grooming

Board

Surgery

Wellness

History

Established in 1942.

The Animal Clinic is very proud to be one of only 20 veterinary practices in the state of Alabama that have met the strict requirements to be a certified American Animal Hospital Association approved veterinary hospital.

The Animal Clinic’s mission is to provide up-​to-​date medical care for companion animals at a sensible and affordable cost. State-​of-​the-​art laboratory, digital x-​ray, ultrasound, and many other modern diagnostic procedures allow us to provide the most effective treatment and counseling ensuring the best quality of life for your best friend.

The Animal Clinic is at the forefront of telemedicine. Digital radiographs, ultrasounds, and other diagnostic procedures are sent via the Internet to board certified specialists and a written consultation is emailed back, usually within two hours. Board-​certified veterinary specialist are available for consultation and their services are frequently used. Dr. Drake also works very closely with Auburn Unive

Meet the Business Owner

Anthony D.

Business Owner

Dr. Tony Drake is a native Alabamian having grown up on a farm in East Alabama. As early as 12 years old, he knew that caring for animals would be his passion throughout life. He attended Auburn University and graduated with a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine Degree at the age of 23.

After practicing briefly in Birmingham, Alabama, he moved to Montgomery where he has been practicing small animal medicine ever since. Upon the retirement of his father-​in-​law, Dr. Gordon Kendall, he became the owner of The Animal Clinic. The Animal Clinic was established in 1942 by Dr. Kendall and is the oldest established veterinary practice in the River Region.

Aside from being very active in the veterinary profession, Dr. Drake is very active in his church, Aldersgate United Methodist, an avid Auburn sports fan, and enjoys reading and studying history.