Our History

Main Street Pet Care is a continuation of Dr. Gene Swanson's (dec.) practice that was started in 1954. Dr. Ben Leavens took over the practice in 1995 and has since focused on providing quality diagnostic medicine, general surgery, orthopedic surgery/interlocking nails, dentistry and patient care to the four-states and beyond. 

Our new Hospital and Clinics were finished in August 2001. In a boost to Main Street Joplin, the new facility is located inside the historic Joplin Tobacco building (formerly Charles Arbuthnot's Mercantile, circa 1910's) which was extensively renovated inside to create the state-of-the-art veterinary hospital and clinics.

Indoor Parking is a feature that is appreciated by all our clients, espcially in the hot summer sun and winter snow and wind. The modern facility includes features that make it unique in the region, and in the nation, like central oxygen, modern surgery stages, hospital wards for all species seen, and a pet friendly chapel for spiritual needs of our clients and their families. 

Visitors are welcome to tour our facility anytime, and Group Tours and/or Classroom Presentations can be arranged by calling us at                    417-782-7387           417-782-7387.

Our People

Our Staff and Doctors are tops, and we are dedicated to continuing education, so that our service to you remains up to date.  Medical knowledge changes daily as science makes new discoveries, and staying up to date is no easy task.  But we far exceed state licensing requirements every year in our efforts to better serve your animal friends.  We also maintain memberships in many professional organizations and societies that help us keep abreast of current developments.

Doctor

   Ben Leavens, DVM

   T. Regan Birkner, DVM

   Rebecca Whittington, DVM

Practice Manager

          Liz Talkington, BS RVT 

Accountant

          Stephanie Wilson, CPA

Groomers

              Sherry and Judy

 Staff Members

   Christine

   Sandy

   Desiree 

   Heather
   Daniel

   Alaya

   Mackinzie
   Eloise
   Tracy   

   Max
   Dayna
   Mallory
   Laura