Wellness & Prevention
Routine checkups, vaccinations, preventive medicine, and relationship-based guidance that helps owners make informed choices early.
Stephens City, Virginia · Dogs & Cats · Since 1998
Expert care. Lifelong trust.
Compassionate veterinary care for dogs and cats in Stephens City, from wellness visits to long-term support.
"The highest quality care for your pet begins with a trusting relationship with your veterinarian."
— Pet Care Services
One hospital.
Comprehensive support.
AMC is built to care for companion animals through every stage of life. Preventive care, internal medicine, surgery, behavior guidance, and chronic-condition follow-up all stay connected under one roof so families get clarity as well as treatment.
Diagnostics & Medicine
Internal medicine, ultrasound, pathology, and evidence-based diagnostics designed to move quickly from concern to clear plan.
Surgery & Clinical Care
Soft tissue surgery, orthopedic experience, pain management, and thoughtful recovery support delivered by an experienced doctor team.
Behavior, Nutrition & Senior Care
Behavior counseling, nutrition guidance, hospice and palliative care, and long-term support for pets living with chronic conditions.
— Founded
1998
— Availability
Mon-Sat
— Veterinary Team
8 Vets
— Reputation
4.9/5
— Our Hospital
Expanded & Remodeled in 2014
— About Us
Built on trust,
clarity, and
continuity of care.
Animal Medical Center of Frederick County was founded in 1998 by Dr. Brian Cather and Dr. Bruce Welch with a simple goal: deliver excellent veterinary medicine without losing the personal relationship families need when making decisions for their pets.
AMC remains privately owned, not corporate, which helps the team keep decisions personal, practical, and rooted in long-term relationships with local families.
As the hospital grew, the team expanded its support for preventive care, diagnostics, surgery, internal medicine, pain management, hospice and palliative guidance, and long-term treatment planning for dogs and cats.
In 2014, AMC completed a major facility expansion and remodel so the practice could care for more local families with a smoother, more capable clinical environment.
What stays constant is the standard: kind communication, clinical excellence, and a care plan owners can actually understand.
Local ownership helps care feel personal, consistent, and collaborative rather than corporate or rushed.
A larger doctor team and upgraded hospital space allow care to stay accessible for Frederick County families.
— Our Doctors
Experienced clinicians.
Wide-ranging focus.
AMC’s veterinary team supports dog and cat families with compassionate care at Animal Medical Center of Frederick County.
— Founding Partner
Dr. Bruce Welch, DVM, CCRT
Founding Partner
Veterinarian at Animal Medical Center of Frederick County.
— Founding Partner
Dr. Brian Cather, DVM
Founding Partner
Veterinarian at Animal Medical Center of Frederick County.
— Associate Veterinarian
Dr. Susanne Hirsch, DVM
Associate Veterinarian
Veterinarian at Animal Medical Center of Frederick County.
— Associate Veterinarian
Dr. Samantha Schildt, DVM
Associate Veterinarian
Veterinarian at Animal Medical Center of Frederick County.
— Associate Veterinarian
Dr. Colleen Buttry, DVM
Associate Veterinarian
Veterinarian at Animal Medical Center of Frederick County.
— Associate Veterinarian
Dr. Corie Jo Fegel, DVM
Associate Veterinarian
Veterinarian at Animal Medical Center of Frederick County.
— Associate Veterinarian
Dr. Sara Howard, DVM
Associate Veterinarian
Veterinarian at Animal Medical Center of Frederick County.
— Associate Veterinarian
Dr. David Ames, DVM
Associate Veterinarian
Veterinarian at Animal Medical Center of Frederick County.
— Associate Veterinarian
Dr. Meredith Gregg, DVM
Preventive & Internal Medicine
Dr. Gregg graduated from James Madison University with a B.S in Biology and a minor in pre-veterinary medicine in 2021. She attended Virginia Maryland Regional College of Veterinary Medicine and graduated with her DVM in 2026. Her professional interests include preventive medicine, internal medicine, soft tissue surgery, and dentistry.
— Our Team
The people who make every visit feel steady.
Laura V.
Office Manager
Kyra R.
Client Service Representative Team Lead
Brenda C.
Veterinary Technician Team Lead
Ashlyn S.
Veterinary Assistant Team Lead
Emily C.
Veterinary Assistant Team Lead
— Licensed Veterinary Technicians
- Samantha S.
- Nicole R.
- Brenda C.
— Client Service Representatives
- Sherry B.
- Maryela F.
- Judi U.
- Kyra R.
— Veterinary Assistants
- Samantha M.
- Sandi J.
- Mackenzie C.
- Macey P.
- Aa'Nesti W.
- Krista B.
- Averie H.
- Ashlynn J.
- Ella S.
- Kayla T.
- Jessica K.
- Megan H.
- Addyson K.
— Scheduling, Refills & Monitoring
Clear policies that keep care moving.
— Step 01
Schedule intentionally.
New clients are asked to prepay for an office visit, consultation, or ultrasound at the time of scheduling. That payment is credited toward the visit.
— Step 02
Allow 72 hours for refills.
Medication requests need time for chart review, inventory checks, and safe dispensing, helping reduce interruptions to important treatment plans.
— Step 03
Monitor ongoing medications.
Some medications require a comprehensive exam and routine bloodwork about every six months so organ function, dosage, and side effects can be reviewed appropriately.
— Visit Essentials
Hours, payment, and what to expect.
— Hours
Monday to Friday: 8:00am to 6:00pm
Closed for Lunch: 12:00pm to 1:00pm
Saturday: 8:00am to 2:00pm
Sunday: Closed
— Payment
Debit and credit cards, checks, Care Credit, and cash accepted.
In-person credit card payments carry a 2.5% service fee.
Over-the-phone credit card payments carry a 3% fee.
— Inside AMC
A closer look at the hospital.
— Client Reviews
Trusted by pet families across Frederick County.
Owners consistently describe AMC as compassionate, clear, and reliable during both routine care and difficult moments. The through-line is trust.
“This place is phenomenal. The care and compassion was beyond anything we've experienced.”
Ashley M.
“I like how the vets treat both me and my dog. The final cost was about half of the upper end of the estimate.”
Jody C.
“Highly recommend this place. The most caring staff I have ever encountered.”
Jackie F.
“The most amazing, caring, and compassionate staff and doctors. I would give 100 stars.”
Christina G.
“From wellness visits to surgeries to emergency care, they have always gone above and beyond.”
James B.
“They treat our dogs like family. Highest quality professional care and compassion.”
Neil M.
— Contact & Visit
Bring your pet’s care home to AMC.
Whether you need a new veterinary home, medication guidance, or help scheduling a visit, the hospital team is ready to help.
— Visit Details
Hospital Hours
Monday to Friday: 8:00am to 6:00pm
Closed for Lunch: 12:00pm to 1:00pm
Saturday: 8:00am to 2:00pm
Sunday: Closed
Billing Notes
Fax: (540) 868-1011
Care Credit, cards, checks, and cash accepted.
2.5% credit card fee in person.
3% credit card fee over the phone.
— Request Help
Start a visit request.
Share the same details the assistant asks for, and the team can use them for follow-up. This form is temporary intake until the backend database is connected.