Opened in 1983, Tharp Animal Health Care Center, Inc. was founded by Dr. Thomas L. Tharp who had a vision to create a center for complete animal care. He felt Ross County and the surrounding area could benefit by providing veterinary services not only for companion pets but for the local farmers and large animal owners who also have a need for veterinary care. In 1984, Dr. Tharp purchased the Mt. Logan Animal Hospital and Boarding Kennel, a 4000 sq. ft. facility that provided 40 indoor outdoor runs and also was the location for grooming for 26 years. After extensive remodeling and the addition of a Health Products Store located in the waiting room and with the renaming of the hospital to Tharp Animal Health Care Center, this new location at 391 Marietta Road became the center of complete animal care that Dr. Tharp had envisioned.