History

Recognizing a need for professional avian and exotic animal care, Dr. Mimi Shepherd started For Pet's Sake in 1987 as a house-call service. From day one, she saw only avian and exotic animals. In 1990, Dr. Shepherd opened the doors to the avian and exotic animal hospital. 

Dr. Shepherd received her Diplomate ABVP (Avian) status in 1995. 

In 1996, Dr. Shepherd hired vet student Jason Hutcheson as her assistant while he was completing his veterinary degree.

In 2001, Dr. Shepherd hired Dr. Jason Hutcheson as an Associate Veterinarian

In 2006, Dr. Shepherd sold the practice to Dr. Jason Hutcheson.
 
The practice has added three associate veterinarians over the years: Dr. Holly Burchfield (2015), Dr. Kelsey Paras (2019), and Dr. Julia Hill (2020). The practice is now seeing more exotic pets than ever before.

In 2021, the practice moved in to its new location at 1058 Mistletoe Road. The new location has an expanded hospital and boarding facilities, more exam rooms, an updated laboratory, digital radiography, and a dedicated surgical suite.

We look forward to growing along with the Atlanta community!