Business Details
30 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Expert Veterinary Services in Montpelier VT
Founded in 1996, Montpelier Veterinary Hospital has been dedicated to providing comprehensive veterinary care with compassion and expertise. Our team of skilled veterinarians and technicians serves both small and large animals, offering personalized medical solutions tailored to each family's needs. With over 25 years of service to Montpelier and surrounding communities, we prioritize building lasting relationships with pets and livestock while advancing our knowledge through collaborative case management.Our services span wellness exams, emergency care, surgery, and specialized large-animal care, ensuring we meet diverse veterinary needs under one roof. We pride ourselves on transparency, empathy, and the ability to adapt our practice to serve evolving client expectations.
Services
Wellness Exams
Emergency Care
Spay/Neuter Surgery
Dental Services
Diagnostic Imaging
Equine Care
Herd Health Programs
House Calls
Senior Pet Care
Endoscopy
Details
- Year established: 1996
Highlights and features
- We've provided veterinary care for Montpelier communities since 1996
- Our team includes specialists in small animal, equine, and ruminant care
- We offer on-site diagnostics and surgical facilities
- Our doctors collaborate on complex cases 24/7
- We maintain advanced knowledge through continuous professional development
Services
Small Animal Services
Montpelier Veterinary Hospital provides comprehensive wellness exams, vaccinations, and preventative care for dogs and cats. Our diagnostic facilities enable rapid bloodwork analysis and digital radiography. We offer surgical procedures ranging from spay/neuter operations to complex orthopedic repairs. All services incorporate pain management protocols and post-operative care plans to ensure optimal recovery for your companion animals.
Large Animal Services
Our practice specializes in equine dentistry, lameness evaluations, and herd health management for dairy and beef cattle. We offer on-farm pregnancy diagnosis using ultrasound technology and develop customized vaccination programs. Our mobile surgical capabilities enable advanced procedures for small ruminants, including urinary blockage treatments and complicated cesarean sections. Emergency large animal services are available 24/7 through our dedicated team.
Emergency Care
Montpelier Veterinary Hospital provides 24/7 emergency veterinary services for all our patients. Our experienced clinicians handle trauma cases, acute illnesses, and surgical emergencies. We maintain critical care facilities for hospitalized patients and offer immediate diagnostic capabilities. The hospital's team collaborates on complex cases during after-hours service, ensuring consistent medical coverage for urgent pet and livestock health needs.
House Calls
Our home visit program offers specialized in-home hospice care and euthanasia services. This service is particularly valuable for end-of-life care, reducing stress for both pets and owners. Veterinarians conduct comprehensive assessments in familiar surroundings, providing compassionate support during difficult transitions. Availability is limited to ensure quality care for each appointment.
Senior Pet Care
We specialize in managing age-related conditions like osteoarthritis and organ dysfunction in older pets. Our comprehensive approach includes nutritional counseling, pain management strategies, and regular monitoring of chronic conditions. We offer specialized diagnostic screening for senior animals and develop tailored wellness plans to maintain quality of life. The team provides end-of-life support services including hospice care and cremation.
People
Nicolas Drolet
Owner
Dr. Drolet, a native Vermonter, earned his DVM from Purdue University. He maintains special interests in small animal wellness and orthopedics. He combines generational veterinary experience with modern medical practices to lead Montpelier Veterinary Hospital's team.
Megan Rumpke
Owner
Dr. Rumpke completed her DVM at Purdue University after years of 4-H involvement and equine experience. She brings mixed animal expertise from Texas practice and focuses on collaborative veterinary care with her husband Dr. Drolet.
Taylor Kwasnik
Veterinarian
Dr. Kwasnik earned her VMD from University of Pennsylvania and completed an equine internship in Texas. She contributes specialized equine experience while maintaining diverse clinical interests across species at the hospital.
Zoe Murray
Veterinarian
Dr. Murray, originally from Texas, completed veterinary school at Texas A&M. Her background includes veterinary technician experience in Vermont and shelter medicine. She provides dedicated care across all species at Montpelier Veterinary Hospital.
Colleen Powers
Veterinarian
Dr. Powers graduated from Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine. She brings expertise in both large and small animal care, emphasizing comprehensive treatment for all species encountered at the hospital.
Questions
What types of animals do you treat?
We provide comprehensive care for dogs, cats, horses, dairy cattle, beef cattle, goats, sheep, and poultry at our hospital and through farm visits.
Do you offer emergency veterinary services?
Yes, we provide 24/7 emergency care for both small and large animals at our hospital with experienced doctors available for urgent cases.
Can you perform surgeries on small ruminants?
Our hospital uniquely offers general anesthesia surgical capabilities for small ruminants including advanced procedures for urinary blockages and complicated cesarean sections.
Do you offer house call services?
We provide limited weekly house call appointments primarily for in-home hospice and euthanasia services to reduce stress for pets and owners.
How do I schedule an appointment?
You can schedule appointments by calling our main office at (802) 223-3220 during regular business hours for both small and large animal services.
What area do you serve?
We serve Montpelier, East Montpelier, Berlin, Barre, Middlesex, Moretown, Northfield, Plainfield, and surrounding Vermont communities for farm calls.
