Business Details
42 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Compassionate Veterinary Care in Middlebury, CT
Middlebury Animal Hospital has been dedicated to the health and well-being of pets for over four decades. Established in 1984, our independently owned and operated practice has built a reputation for compassionate, personalized care for dogs and cats throughout all stages of life. Our experienced team of veterinary professionals has cultivated long-standing relationships with clients, treating each pet as part of the family. We are actively engaged in our community across Litchfield and New Haven Counties, offering a comprehensive range of services from routine preventative medicine to urgent care and surgical interventions. Our commitment to excellence is demonstrated through our memberships in the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA), Connecticut Veterinary Medical Association (CVMA), and Litchfield County Veterinary Medical Association (LCVMA).We maintain rigorous standards of practice through ongoing continuing education that exceeds state requirements. As pet owners ourselves, we approach every patient with the same care and concern we would want for our own animals. Our facility combines professional expertise with a welcoming environment where clients receive personalized attention from a greeting at arrival to a handshake at departure. This dedication to maintaining both clinical excellence and personal connection has made us a trusted partner in pet healthcare for generations of families in Middlebury, CT and surrounding areas.
Services
Routine Check-ups
Pet Surgery
Vaccinations
Emergency Care
Pet Rehabilitation
Details
- Year established: 1984
Highlights and features
- We have provided veterinary care to Connecticut pets since 1984.
- Our Fear Free Certified staff prioritizes stress-free pet visits.
- We offer comprehensive services from preventative medicine to urgent care.
- Our team maintains continuing education exceeding Connecticut's requirements.
- Dr. Loeven personally trusts our emergency referral partners for after-hours care.
Services
Routine Preventative Medicine
We provide comprehensive preventive care services including vaccinations, parasite prevention, dental care, and wellness exams. Our protocol emphasizes early disease detection and health maintenance for pets at all life stages. This customized approach helps pets maintain optimal health while identifying potential issues before they become serious medical concerns.
Pet Surgery
Our surgical services include spays/neuters, soft tissue procedures, and orthopedic interventions using modern equipment and techniques. We implement strict pain management protocols and comprehensive pre- and post-operative care. Our surgical team maintains ongoing training in the latest veterinary surgical advancements to ensure optimal patient outcomes and recovery processes.
Emergency Care
We offer urgent care services during regular business hours for pets experiencing acute health emergencies. After-hours emergencies receive immediate triage and referrals to trusted 24-hour facilities. Our team maintains current emergency response protocols and critical care knowledge to stabilize patients before transferring them to specialized emergency centers when needed.
Pet Rehabilitation
Certified in companion animal therapy, we provide rehabilitation services for pets recovering from surgery or managing chronic conditions. Our approach combines physical therapy techniques, pain management strategies, and customized recovery plans. This specialized care improves mobility, reduces discomfort, and enhances quality of life for senior pets and those requiring post-operative recovery support.
Geriatric Care
We offer specialized care for aging pets including senior wellness exams, mobility assessments, and chronic disease management. Our protocols address age-related conditions like arthritis, kidney disease, and cognitive changes. This tailored approach helps extend healthy lifespan while maintaining comfort through customized nutrition plans and therapeutic interventions specific to senior animals' needs.
People
Dr. Grace Woodrell
Veterinarian
With nearly two decades of small animal experience, Dr. Woodrell graduated from Mississippi State University College of Veterinary Medicine in 2007. Certified in Fear Free Handling and Companion Animal Therapy, she focuses on pain management and geriatric care while ensuring low-stress veterinary visits for pets and owners alike.
Dr. Koen O. Loeven
Hospital Owner
A Cornell University veterinary graduate since 1990, Dr. Loeven has owned Middlebury Animal Hospital since 1999. With extensive experience in companion animal medicine, he maintains high clinical standards while personally endorsing trusted emergency care partners for after-hours service requirements throughout his continued leadership.
Questions
What pet services do you offer?
We provide comprehensive veterinary care including preventative medicine, surgery, geriatric care, rehabilitation therapy, and urgent care services for dogs and cats.
Do you handle pet emergencies after hours?
While we don't operate 24/7, we provide referrals to trusted emergency clinics for after-hours urgent situations beyond our regular weekday business hours.
How do you help reduce pet anxiety during visits?
Our Fear Free Certified staff implements specialized handling techniques and calming environments to minimize stress during veterinary examinations and treatments.
What payment options do you accept?
We recommend contacting us directly for payment details as this information isn't explicitly stated in our current website content.
How do you ensure quality veterinary care?
Our team maintains continuing education exceeding Connecticut requirements and participates in professional veterinary associations to ensure up-to-date medical practices.
What makes your hospital unique?
As independently owned practitioners since 1984, we combine personalized service with modern veterinary techniques while maintaining long-term relationships with our pet-owning clients.
