Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Emergency
services
Comprehensive Veterinary Care in Harrisonburg, VA
Harrisonburg Animal Hospital has served the Harrisonburg community since the 1950s, establishing itself as the longest-running small animal veterinary practice in the region. We provide comprehensive medical, surgical, and preventive care for dogs and cats, backed by a team of experienced veterinarians and support staff. Our commitment to compassionate, ethical care is reflected in collaborative treatment plans tailored to each patient's needs and client expectations. With a focus on continuing education, advanced diagnostics, and preventive medicine, we maintain high standards in veterinary care while fostering long-term relationships with pets and their families.Our facility includes an in-house pharmacy, climate-controlled boarding, and specialized services like TTA cruciate surgery. Affiliated with the Independent Veterinary Practitioners Association, we prioritize supporting local communities and advancing veterinary medicine through partnerships and professional growth initiatives.
Services
Medical Services
Surgical Care
Dental Care
Emergency Services
Day Boarding
Pharmacy
Preventative Care
Specialist Referrals
Details
- Year established: 1950
Highlights and features
- We offer 24/7 emergency care coordination with local emergency hospitals.
- Our team includes specialists in surgery, ultrasound, and dentistry.
- We maintain an in-house pharmacy for immediate medication access.
- Our boarding facility features climate-controlled runs and supervised play.
- We provide affordable spay/neuter packages with comprehensive care.
Associations and certifications
- Independent Veterinary Practitioners Association (IVPA)
What people say
Compassionate staff
Thorough treatment
Emergency availability
Experienced doctors
Modern facilities
Services
Medical Services
Our practice provides comprehensive routine and preventive medical services with customized treatment plans. We emphasize early detection, chronic condition management, and preventive care through annual wellness exams. Our team offers specialized services including diabetes management, electrocardiography, and senior pet care.
Surgical Care
We perform a wide range of surgical procedures including soft tissue surgery, orthopedic surgery, and specialized techniques like TTA repair. Our surgical services include pre-anesthetic evaluations, laser treatment, and post-operative care with pain management protocols for optimal recovery.
Dental Care
Comprehensive dental services include professional cleanings, extractions, and oral disease treatment. Using modern ultrasonic scaling equipment, we address periodontal disease and dental trauma while emphasizing at-home care education through our take-home dental kits.
Emergency Services
We offer immediate medical attention during regular business hours for urgent pet health issues. For after-hours emergencies, we coordinate care with Veterinary Emergency Services in Verona while maintaining treatment continuity through detailed case documentation.
Day Boarding
Our climate-controlled boarding facility provides supervised playtime, individual runs, and specialized care for cats and dogs. Featuring outdoor play yards, interactive toys, and personalized attention, we ensure safe, enjoyable stays while maintaining strict vaccination requirements for all guests.
People
Dr. Maureen Ostlund Ward
Owner, Veterinarian
Dr. Ward graduated from Virginia-Maryland Regional College of Veterinary Medicine in 2009. She has practiced locally since 2011 and owns Harrisonburg Animal Hospital, serving pets and owners with compassionate care since 2016.
Dr. E. Lockett Nelson
Associate Veterinarian
Dr. Nelson earned her DVM from Auburn University in 2023. She specializes in surgery and ultrasound while bringing experience treating domestic animals to her role as associate veterinarian.
Dr. A. Kaitlyn Revercomb
Associate Veterinarian
After graduating from Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine in 2018, Dr. Revercomb brings expertise in surgery, ultrasound, and reproductive medicine to her veterinary practice.
Dr. Sarah Patterson
Associate Veterinarian
Dr. Patterson received her DVM from Louisiana State University in 2025. She focuses on nutrition, integrative medicine, and dentistry while building community connections through her veterinary work.
Dr. Bailey Hamilton
Associate Veterinarian
Dr. Hamilton graduated from Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine in 2025. She specializes in surgery and internal medicine while maintaining active community involvement in veterinary circles.
Questions
What veterinary services do you offer?
We provide comprehensive care including medical exams, surgeries, dental services, emergency care, boarding, and preventive treatments for dogs and cats.
Do you handle pet emergencies after hours?
For after-hours emergencies, we coordinate with Veterinary Emergency Services in Verona while maintaining treatment continuity through detailed case documentation.
What boarding facilities do you provide?
Our climate-controlled boarding includes supervised play areas, individual runs, and special care requirements for both cats and dogs with vaccination compliance.
Can I get prescription medications from your pharmacy?
Our in-house pharmacy offers immediate medication access, with home delivery options through our online pharmacy partner VetSource for direct shipping.
What are your office hours?
We're open Monday-Friday 7:30 AM - 5:30 PM for appointments, with emergency care available during regular business hours.
How do you handle preventive pet care?
We emphasize annual wellness exams, vaccinations, parasite control, and client education to promote ongoing pet health through early disease detection.
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