Business Details
10 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Mobile Veterinarian Services in Springfield, MO
The Traveling Vet is a mobile veterinary service dedicated to providing compassionate, in-home care for small animals across the greater Springfield area. Founded in 2016 by Dr. Melissa Robinson, our practice prioritizes the comfort of pets and convenience for owners by eliminating the stress of clinic visits. Our services include wellness exams, vaccinations, diagnostics, and specialized end-of-life care, with a focus on personalized treatment plans tailored to each pet's unique needs. Dr. Robinson, a certified peaceful euthanasia veterinarian, brings over a decade of local experience and advanced training in hospice care to every appointment.We serve Springfield, Republic, Nixa, Ozark, and Battlefield, offering flexible scheduling and a commitment to ethical, transparent care. Our team combines veterinary expertise with a deep understanding of the human-animal bond, ensuring every visit fosters trust and comfort. We accept new clients for vaccines and specialize in home euthanasia, quality-of-life assessments, and palliative care. Our mobile model allows us to address routine and complex health needs while respecting the emotional and practical needs of pet families.
Services
Home Euthanasia
Vaccinations
Diagnostics
Microchipping
Senior Pet Care
Pawspice
Nail Trims
Ear Cleaning
Laceration Repair
Pain Management
Details
- Year established: 2016
Highlights and features
- We offer in-home veterinary care to reduce pet stress and owner inconvenience.
- Our team provides certified peaceful euthanasia services with compassionate support.
- We create personalized vaccination protocols based on individual pet risk factors.
- We accept new clients for vaccines and specialize in senior pet care.
- Our mobile service includes routine diagnostics and minor procedures at home.
Associations and certifications
- Companion Animal Euthanasia Training Academy
Services
Home Euthanasia
Our compassionate home euthanasia service provides peaceful end-of-life care in your pet's familiar environment. The process includes sedation, private goodbye time, and keepsake options like paw prints. We offer standard and after-hours appointments to accommodate urgent needs.
Vaccinations
We administer core and lifestyle-based vaccinations for dogs and cats, including rabies, DA2PP, FVRCP, and feline leukemia. Each protocol is tailored to your pet's health status and risk factors during annual wellness exams.
Diagnostics
Our mobile diagnostics include heartworm tests, fecal exams, bloodwork, urinalysis, and cytology. We perform in-home testing for ear infections, skin conditions, and eye health while offering lab submission for advanced panels.
Senior Pet Care
We specialize in managing age-related conditions through pain management, mobility support, and quality-of-life assessments. Our services address arthritis, cognitive changes, and chronic disease management for senior pets.
Pawspice
Our pawspice program provides comfort-focused care for terminally ill pets. This includes pain management, nutritional support, and home modifications to enhance your pet's remaining time while supporting family decision-making.
People
Dr. Melissa Robinson
Founder & Veterinarian
Dr. Melissa Robinson graduated from the University of Missouri-Columbia College of Veterinary Medicine in 2010. She founded The Traveling Vet in 2016 and became certified in peaceful euthanasia through the Companion Animal Euthanasia Training Academy.
Jamie
Veterinary Technician
Jamie has served as Veterinary Technician since 2017, bringing prior experience as a Registered Pharmacy Technician. She focuses on compassionate care and client education during home visits.
Questions
What areas do you service?
We serve Springfield, Republic, Nixa, Ozark, and Battlefield areas in Missouri.
What payment methods do you accept?
We accept cash, checks, Venmo, and credit cards at the time of service.
Do you offer after-hours euthanasia?
Yes, we provide 3 after-hours euthanasia appointments weekly with advanced scheduling.
What diagnostic tests can you perform at home?
We conduct heartworm tests, fecal exams, urinalysis, cytology, and bloodwork panels during house calls.
Are vaccinations included in wellness visits?
Vaccinations require a prior wellness exam and are priced separately from the $40 exam fee.
How do you handle emergency situations?
We don't accept new clients for sick visits but can refer to full-service hospitals for urgent care needs.
