Barta Animal Hospital Barta Animal Hospital, conveniently named after Dr. Richard Barta, was opened in 1973. Dr. Barta grew the practice and eventually built a brand-new hospital in 1997 where BAH remains today. Now thriving as a 3 DVM, mixed animal hospital, Barta Animal Hospital is pleased to service pets of any shape and size! Dr. Cooper is Barta’s well known large animal doctor, focusing his services on obstetrics, herd health, numerous equine procedures and farm calls. He also very graciously cares for the local zoo animals at Independence's local FREE zoo! Dr. Cooper has been a staple of Barta for the last 14 years and continues to serve the community along side Dr. Erbe who focuses on small companion animals and