Business Details
40 Years
experience
Compassionate Veterinary Care & Pet Resort in Midlothian
Since 1986, Swift Creek Animal Hospital & Pet Resort has served Midlothian, VA as a trusted provider of veterinary care and pet services. Our mission centers on compassionate, personalized medicine that prioritizes both pets and their owners. The hospital combines advanced diagnostics, preventive wellness programs, and surgical expertise with a family-oriented atmosphere established through decades of community service. As one of the region's longest-operating animal hospitals, we maintain cutting-edge medical capabilities while preserving the personal touch that defines our practice. Our team of certified veterinarians and technicians delivers comprehensive care spanning routine checkups to complex procedures.The adjacent luxury pet resort offers secure, spacious accommodations with daily enrichment activities. We focus on early disease detection through nose-to-tail examinations and customized vaccination schedules. Open communication guides our client relationships, ensuring pet owners understand all aspects of their companion's care. Our facility includes digital radiography, in-house laboratory capabilities, and specialized dental equipment. The 2008 relocation to Colony Crossing expanded services without compromising our founding commitment to personalized attention. Our continuing education programs ensure staff maintain certification in the latest veterinary medical advancements.
Services
Vaccinations
Dentistry
Pet Boarding
Soft Tissue Surgery
Diagnostic Imaging
Allergy Treatment
End of Life Care
Pet Daycare
Spay & Neuter
Laboratory Testing
Details
- Year established: 1986
Highlights and features
- We've provided veterinary care in Midlothian since 1986
- Our certified technicians use advanced diagnostic equipment
- We offer integrated wellness plans combining preventive care
- Luxury boarding facilities include outdoor play areas
- Our team maintains continuous medical education credentials
Services
General Wellness
Our preventive care program includes comprehensive nose-to-tail examinations, tailored vaccination schedules, and early disease detection. Services focus on maintaining lifelong health through regular checkups and personalized care plans. Veterinarians identify potential issues before they become serious medical concerns.
Dentistry
Annual dental exams and cleanings prevent oral disease using digital radiography and specialized equipment. Treatments address periodontal issues that could impact systemic health while providing pain management for dental conditions.
Vaccinations
Customized vaccination protocols protect against common illnesses while meeting state rabies requirements. Our program balances disease prevention with consideration for individual pet health profiles through regular vaccine assessments.
Pet Boarding
Luxury suites feature climate-controlled accommodations with multiple daily play sessions. Pets receive personalized attention in secure facilities with monitoring by trained staff members during their stay.
Spay & Neuter
Surgical procedures follow medical best practices with advanced pain management. Services include pre-anesthetic bloodwork and post-operative care plans to ensure patient safety during recovery.
People
Dr. Kellett Babb
Medical Director
Leading veterinary care at Swift Creek since 2008, Dr. Babb specializes in advanced diagnostics and treatment protocols while maintaining our founding commitment to personalized patient attention.
Dr. Andrea Butterfield
Veterinarian
With over 15 years of small animal experience, Dr. Butterfield focuses on preventive medicine and client education, ensuring pet owners understand all aspects of their companion's healthcare needs.
Diana Sims
Practice Manager
Managing daily operations since 2010, Diana coordinates medical and resort services while maintaining the hospital's family-oriented atmosphere established through decades of community service.
Questions
What vaccination records are required for pet boarding?
Canine guests need Rabies, Distemper/Parvo, Flu (H3N2/H3N8), and Bordatella vaccines. Feline guests require Rabies, Distemper, and FVRCP. All pets must provide parasite test documentation.
At what age should I spay/neuter my pet?
We recommend 4-6 months for small dogs and cats, 6-12 months for large breed dogs to optimize long-term health outcomes while preventing unwanted litters.
What dental care services do you offer?
Annual exams, digital radiography, cleanings with anesthesia, and periodontal treatments prevent oral disease complications affecting systemic health in pets.
Can I schedule grooming services at the resort?
Full-service grooming is available by appointment with baths, nail trims, ear cleaning, and specialized treatments offered through our resort's dedicated grooming team.
