VCA Animal Medical Center

Our Story

In our AAHA-accredited facility at VCA Animal Medical Center, we help pets live long, healthy and happy lives. We deliver the best medical care for pets and the best experience for pet owners.

Located in Richland, our veterinarians, technicians and support staff are trained to the highest standards. Their thorough knowledge of the latest procedures and medicines ensures that our patients receive the best preventive and healing care.

Hometown Care at VCA Animal Medical Center

VCA Animal Medical Center, located in the heart of Richland, has deep roots in our community. Most of our team members have worked here long enough to see two generations of pet families. Our Medical Director, Dr. Harbinson, has been caring for pets at Animal Medical Center for over 20 years. Dr. Harbinson and her associates, Drs. Smith and Durand, received veterinary degrees from Washington State University, along with Dr. Cooper, who received her DVM from Pennsylvania State University. In addition, Dr. Harbinson is Board Certified in Canine and Feline Practice through the American Board of Veterinary Practitioners (ABVP).

VCA Animal Medical Center is one of the few AAHA (American Animal Hospital Association) accredited practices in the Tri-Cites area. Accreditation through AAHA ensures that a veterinary practice is operating at the highest standards of excellence in pet care.

Accreditations & Affiliations
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Affiliations Partner AAHA
American Animal Hospital Association

The American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA) sets the standard for quality veterinary care for companion animals. As an accredited hospital, we voluntarily uphold the Association's high standards in 18 different areas and are routinely evaluated on over 900 different standards of veterinary care. Not all animal hospitals are accredited, and we are proud to be amongst only 12-15% of veterinary hospitals that hold this honor.

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American Association of Feline Practitioners

The American Association of Feline Practitioners (AAFP) represents practitioners in the veterinary community who are passionate about the care of cats and supports its members in improving the health and welfare of feline patients. With a reputation as a leader in the field of feline medicine, the AAFP helps veterinary practices establish a feline-friendly environment that reduces stress for cats during veterinary visits.

Helpful Resources

Lionbridge provides over-the-phone and video interpretation services for non-English-speaking and American Sign Language (ASL) clients. In real time, veterinary providers can enlist an expert Lionbridge interpreter to facilitate a clear exchange of information between themselves and clients. Lionbridge’s on-demand, remote interpretation services enable effective and accurate communication with clients. This service empowers clients to be heard and spoken to in their own language, which in turn facilitates a deeper understanding of the care your pet needs.  

Learn more about Lionbridge’s interpretation services: https://www.lionbridge.com/content-transformation-services/interpretation-services/.

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