Wilford & Kate Bailey Small Animal Teaching Hospital
Wilford & Kate Bailey Small Animal Teaching Hospital is a general practice practice in Auburn, AL. Procedures include Diagnostic Services and Emergency services.
About
The Wilford & Kate Bailey Small Animal Teaching Hospital, part of the Auburn University College of Veterinary Medicine, provides advanced veterinary services for dogs and cats. As a teaching hospital, it integrates the expertise of board-certified specialists and nationally renowned faculty with residents, interns, veterinary students, and veterinary technicians, fostering a team-based approach to patient health care. This collaborative environment supports clinical care, scientific discovery, and professional excellence.
The hospital offers 24-hour, 7-day-a-week emergency services, including holidays. While not required, contacting a referring veterinarian for a direct referral to the on-duty clinician is recommended to streamline the triage and treatment process. The facility serves clients throughout Alabama and neighboring states, aiming to be a preferred provider of veterinary medical care in the Southeast.
Surgical team
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A. Nickie Baird
DVM, MS
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Stephanie Mitchell
AAS, LVT
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Erin Allen
AAS, LVT
Procedures
- Diagnostic Services
- Emergency services
Photos
Photos via Google · Rick K, Stephanie J. Buffaloe, Kathy Clark, maria fernandez, Jason Chittum
Frequently asked questions
- What types of animals does the Bailey Small Animal Teaching Hospital treat?
- The Bailey Small Animal Teaching Hospital provides emergency services for dogs and cats, which are categorized as domestic/companion animals. It is one of the facilities within the Auburn University College of Veterinary Medicine that offers advanced veterinary services.
- Are emergency services available at the Bailey Small Animal Teaching Hospital?
- Yes, emergency services at the Auburn University Small Animal Veterinary Teaching Hospital operate 24 hours per day, 7 days per week, including holidays. It is recommended, though not required, to call the hospital before arrival and to contact your veterinarian for a referral to streamline the process.
- How does the Bailey Small Animal Teaching Hospital deliver patient care?
- The hospital provides compassionate, leading-edge veterinary care through a team-based approach. Patients benefit from the combined expertise of board-certified specialists and nationally renowned faculty, who work alongside residents, interns, veterinary students, and veterinary technicians. This collaborative model supports advanced veterinary services.
- What payment options are accepted for services at the hospital?
- All fees are due at the time of service, with hospitalizations requiring a deposit equal to half of the high estimate at intake. Payment is accepted in the form of cash, check, MasterCard, Visa, American Express, and Discover. CareCredit assistance is also available.
- What is the overarching mission of the Auburn University College of Veterinary Medicine, which includes this hospital?
- The mission is to prepare individuals for careers in veterinary medicine, biomedical science, and public and one health. The college aims to advance clinical care, scientific discovery, and professional excellence through comprehensive academic programs and its teaching hospital, benefiting Alabama, the region, and beyond.