Business Details
47 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Veterinary Care for All Your Beloved Pets in Waynesboro
As a family-owned practice since 1979, we have dedicated ourselves to delivering exceptional veterinary care for cats, dogs, reptiles, and pocket pets. Our commitment to high-quality medicine and client service has driven us to implement advanced diagnostics and treatments typically reserved for specialty practices. Under new leadership since 2018 by Dr. Mikie Dawson and Patrick McCullough, we continue prioritizing patient wellness, client education, and staff development.Our team's passion for animal health creates a healing environment aligned with our mission to unite purpose and compassion. We actively seek client feedback to improve our services and maintain transparency in all aspects of care. With decades of combined expertise, we remain focused on advancing veterinary medicine while preserving personalized attention to every family we serve.
Services
Pet wellness exams
Emergency referrals
Exotic animal care
Pain management
In-home hospice
Telehospice consultations
Symptom management
Euthanasia support
Details
- Year established: 1979
Highlights and features
- Family-owned practice with over 45 years of community veterinary experience
- Implementing advanced diagnostics and treatments beyond standard practices
- Compassionate staff trained in Fear Free handling techniques
- Comprehensive care for diverse species including exotic pets
- Dedicated to continuous improvement through client feedback
Associations and certifications
- Fear Free Certified
Services
Pet wellness exams
Regular health assessments for cats, dogs, and exotic pets ensure early detection of potential issues. Our comprehensive exams include dental evaluations, parasite screening, and vaccination updates. Tailored preventative care plans help maintain optimal health for pets of all ages.
Exotic animal care
Veterinary services for reptiles, rabbits, guinea pigs, and other pocket pets. Our experienced team understands unique nutritional requirements and disease patterns in exotic species. We provide species-specific wellness guidance and treatment protocols adapted to each animal's needs.
In-home hospice
Quality-of-life support for terminally ill pets within the comfort of their home environment. Our services include pain management, mobility assistance, and environmental adaptations to enhance comfort. We help families navigate difficult decisions while maintaining pet dignity during life's final stages.
Telehospice consultations
Remote veterinary consultations for end-of-life care planning through phone or video platforms. We offer disease progression education, symptom interpretation, and home treatment support. This service helps pet owners make informed decisions while receiving professional guidance from their own home.
Fear Free handling
Specialized techniques to minimize anxiety during veterinary visits using species-specific calming approaches. Our certified team members implement pheromone therapy, desensitization methods, and gentle restraint alternatives. This approach creates positive experiences that benefit both pets and their owners during medical visits.
Questions
What animal species do you treat?
We care for cats, dogs, reptiles, and pocket pets including rabbits, guinea pigs, and rats.
Are after-hours emergencies handled?
We refer urgent cases to trusted emergency clinics outside our regular business hours.
Do you offer in-home veterinary services?
Yes, our in-home hospice care includes quality-of-life assessments and end-of-life support across Pennsylvania, Maryland, and West Virginia.
How does your Fear Free certification benefit pets?
Our certified team uses specialized handling techniques to minimize stress during veterinary visits.
How long have you been in operation?
We've provided veterinary care to Waynesboro communities since October 1979.
