Transforming pet neurocare with compassion and innovation

Welcome to the home of The Animal Neurology Center – Where cutting-edge neuroimaging and surgical care meet the heart of pet-loving expertise

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Advanced neurology. Expert care. Unmatched compassion.

At the Animal Neurology Center, we are more than specialists— we are dedicated partners in your pet’s health. As the Midwest’s premier veterinary neurology and neurosurgery hospital, we combine cutting-edge diagnostics, advanced surgical expertise, and a deep commitment to compassionate care. Whether diagnosing complex neurological conditions or performing life-changing procedures, we ensure every pet receives the highest level of treatment and every pet owner feels informed and supported.

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World-class expertise, cutting-edge technology, and a compassionate approach set The Animal Neurology Center apart—putting you and your pet first.

We’re shaping the future of veterinary neurology through hands-on training, groundbreaking research, and collaborative learning for students and professionals alike.

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The April newsletter from The Animal Neurology Center is here — and this one has something for everyone. For veterinary professionals: Dr. Wininger writes about neurophobia, why it exists, and what a fundamentally different approach to neurology education could look like. He also challenges the decades-old recommendation of strict crate rest for IVDD patients with some genuinely surprising evidence from the literature. For pet owners: meet Vinny. A 4-year-old rescued Pit Bull who arrived at The ANC unable to move and in significant pain. His diagnosis was rare, his surgery was complex, and his recovery made everyone in the building smile. His family's words say it better than we ever could. We also spotlight one of our own — Ashley Stahlschmidt — and share highlights from our March CE event with St. Louis Zoo Veterinarian Dr. Michael Warshaw, plus a packed events calendar with everything coming up this spring and summer. Read the full April newsletter here at the link in our bio or sign up to get it delivered straight to your inbox each month!
The ANC is growing — and we are looking for the right person to grow with us. We are hiring an Overnight RVT, and this role is different! You will care for 3 to 5 patients per shift. That is intentional. A small, focused caseload of animals recovering from life-saving neurologic surgery or being monitored through complex neurologic conditions. The kind of work where you actually know your patients. Where what you do overnight genuinely matters to their recovery. This is a specialty environment built around a culture of growth, learning, and real collaboration. If you are a Missouri RVT who is passionate about neurology, wants to work somewhere that takes patient care and team culture equally seriously, and is ready to be part of something that is still being built — we would love to hear from you. Full details and application here: 👉 https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=c3f4e1fe98db2cf4&from=shareddesktop_copy Or send your resume directly to klinda@animalneurology.com
St. Louis area veterinary colleagues: The ANC is hosting an evening of CE, connection, food and fun! This Friday, April 24th at 6:30pm, we are welcoming Dr. Abby Whiting for her keynote lecture: "The Science of Happy: Unleashing the Power of Big Potential." This event is designed specifically for veterinary professionals and their teams — veterinarians, technicians, practice managers, and the people who make great practices run. Dr. Whiting brings the neuroscience of human performance into the veterinary setting, exploring how serotonin, dopamine, endorphins, and cortisol shape the way our teams communicate, connect, and thrive. One hour of RACE approved CE, a food truck dinner, and an evening with colleagues who understand exactly what your work looks like. Come for the CE. Stay for the community. Registration is free: https://www.addevent.com/event/cjy48y780ffy
St. Louis area veterinary friends: The ANC is hosting an evening of CE, connection, and good food — and we would love to see you there. On Friday, April 24th at 6:30pm, we are welcoming Dr. Abby Whiting for her keynote lecture: "The Science of Happy: Unleashing the Power of Big Potential." This event is designed specifically for veterinary professionals and their teams — veterinarians, technicians, practice managers, and the people who make great practices run. Dr. Whiting brings the neuroscience of human performance into the veterinary setting, exploring how serotonin, dopamine, endorphins, and cortisol shape the way our teams communicate, connect, and thrive. One hour of RACE approved CE, a food truck dinner, and an evening with colleagues who understand exactly what your work looks like. Come for the CE. Stay for the community. Registration is free: https://www.addevent.com/event/cjy48y780ffy