About Us
Who we are
Veterinary Care in Walla Walla Rooted in Compassion and Connection
“I’m just amazed by people’s dedication to their pets. Sometimes people get pets at these different times of their lives — at the beginning of a marriage, when a child is born, or when someone is lost. They mean so much to them.” — Dr. Emily Perkins
At Associated Veterinary Medical Center, we see this every day. The bond between people and their pets isn’t simple. It’s layered into life’s biggest moments, transitions, and memories. As an independently owned veterinary hospital in Walla Walla, our care goes beyond medicine. It’s about honoring that relationship with empathy, understanding, and respect.
We’re proud to care for pets and their families across Walla Walla, College Place, Dayton, Prescott, Touchet, Waitsburg, Athena, Weston, and Milton-Freewater.
Our Mission and Core Values
As an independently owned veterinary practice in Walla Walla, every decision we make is guided by our purpose to improve the health of those we serve in a spirit of love and compassion.
Compassion
We care deeply about the pets we treat and the people who love them. Every interaction is approached with empathy, understanding, and respect for what you and your pet are going through.
Non-Judgment
We meet you where you are. Every family, every situation, and every decision is different, and our role is to support you and ensure your pet gets the care they deserve.
Kindness
Kindness guides everything we do, from the way we treat each other to the care for your pet to the way we communicate with you. It’s something we practice intentionally, every day.
Relationships
We believe the best care happens over time. We’re proud to build lasting relationships with families, often caring for pets across generations.
Collaboration
Your cat or dog benefits from more than one perspective. Our doctors work closely together, sharing knowledge and insight so you receive thoughtful, consistent care.
Time and Thoughtfulness
We don’t rush care. We take the time to listen, answer your questions, and walk through your options so you feel informed, supported, and confident in every decision.
The AVMC Difference
Serving Walla Walla’s Pets and Their People for Over 50 Years
Since 1974, Associated Veterinary Medical Center has been part of the lives of pets and families across Walla Walla, College Place, Dayton, Prescott, Touchet, Waitsburg, Athena, Weston, Milton-Freewater, and surrounding communities. Over the decades, the practice has been shaped by generations of dedicated veterinarians, each contributing to the care and relationships it’s known for today.
In 2011, Dr. Perkins and Dr. Campbell stepped into ownership, continuing the legacy of Drs. Corey, Hobkirk, and Thompson, while thoughtfully shaping a practice rooted in compassion, collaboration, and personalized care.
In 2011, Dr. Perkins and Dr. Campbell stepped into ownership, continuing the legacy of Drs. Corey, Hobkirk, and Thompson, while thoughtfully shaping a practice rooted in compassion, collaboration, and personalized care.