By Cynthia Bournellis

Dave Roos, D.V.M, started Adobe in 1964. He built it from scratch on a plot of land he purchased on First Street. Former partner Jerry Berg, D.V.M, joined in 1965. “He’s an incredibly smart vet, who also saw potential here, so after one year I made him a full partner,” said Roos.

Despite their differences, staying ahead of the curve was the one thing the partners had in common. They were early adopters of technology, such as ultrasound equipment and desktop computers. Going digital has enabled Adobe to become a paperless hospital, where staff can access records from any computer on site.

In 1994, Adobe became a 24/7 facility to provide round-the-clock care and allow pet owners to stay overnight. According to Berg, this move took Adobe from a $2 million to an $8 million practice the following year.

An internal lab and pharmacy were added to ensure fast turnaround on lab work and subscriptions. What was once a 1,500-square-foot hospital, Adobe is now a bustling 6,500-square-foot practice.