Business Details
29 Years
experience
Emergency
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Your Trusted Veterinarian in Carroll County Since 1997
Airpark Animal Hospital has served the Carroll County community for over 25 years, built on a legacy of excellence spanning nearly a century. Founded through the merger of two established practices, our hospital continues a tradition of compassionate, high-quality veterinary care rooted in technological innovation, education, and teamwork. As the only AAHA accredited hospital in Carroll County, we maintain rigorous standards in facilities, protocols, and patient care. Our full-service offerings include emergency care, surgical procedures, wellness exams, nutrition counseling, and advanced dental services.With a team of experienced veterinarians and support staff, we combine modern medicine with a commitment to community and sustainability, operating entirely on solar power since 2014. Our mission remains unchanged: to provide exceptional healthcare for pets while offering pet owners the education and support needed to make informed decisions about their animals' well-being.
Services
Wellness Exams
Veterinary Surgery
Nutrition Counseling
Dental Care
Pharmacy
Dog Boarding
Details
- Year established: 1997
Highlights and features
- We operate Maryland's first and only fully solar-powered veterinary hospital
- Our AAHA accreditation ensures industry-leading medical standards
- We provide 24/7 emergency services for urgent pet care needs
- Our team includes veterinarians with specialized expertise in surgery and dentistry
- We combine 90+ years of collective experience with modern medical technology
Associations and certifications
- AAHA
What people say
Excellent experience
Compassionate staff
Emergency care available
Phenomenal doctors
Highest quality care
Services
Wellness Exams
Our wellness exams ensure pets maintain optimal health throughout their lives. By combining preventative care with early disease detection, we help pets live longer, healthier lives. Services include vaccinations, nutritional counseling, dental assessments, and senior pet diagnostics.
Veterinary Surgery
Our surgical services range from routine procedures to advanced specialty operations. With state-of-the-art equipment and modern anesthetic techniques, we perform dental surgeries, soft-tissue procedures, and orthopedic operations while prioritizing patient safety and pain management.
Dental Care
Comprehensive dental services protect pets against oral disease that affects overall health. Our dedicated dental suite offers full-mouth X-rays, tartar removal, extractions, and preventative care to maintain dental wellness through all life stages.
Dog Boarding
Our boarding facility provides safe, comfortable care for pets when owners travel. Trained staff offers regular exercise, medication administration, and individualized attention. Additional services include baths, nail trims, and ear cleaning during boarding stays.
Nutrition Counseling
Personalized nutrition plans address each pet's unique dietary needs. Our veterinarians assess health status and lifestyle factors to recommend optimal diets that prevent disease and support longevity through all developmental stages.
People
Dr. Laura Owens
Veterinarian
Dr. Owens graduated from Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine in 2009. With expertise in emergency medicine and surgery, she became an owner in 2023. She prioritizes dentistry and internal medicine while caring for pets in Carroll County.
Dr. Ben Kable
Veterinarian
Dr. Kable joined Airpark in 2014 after graduating from Virginia Tech. As a third-generation veterinarian and current owner, he combines surgical expertise with sustainable practices managing the Kable family's truffle orchard.
Dr. Nicholas Herrick
Veterinarian
Dr. Herrick graduated from Purdue University in 1979. Co-founder of the merged practices, he brought decades of experience in small animal medicine before transitioning to retirement while maintaining agricultural interests.
Dr. Grace Kennedy
Veterinarian
Dr. Kennedy completed her DVM at St. George's University in 2019. With internship experience in Bowie, MD, she specializes in soft tissue surgery and pain management while maintaining interests in reptile medicine and veterinary mental health.
Dr. Jonathan Gibson
Veterinarian
Dr. Gibson has served at Airpark since 2004. A graduate of Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine, he combines local knowledge with extensive experience in small animal care for Carroll County pet owners.
Questions
What services does Airpark Animal Hospital offer?
We provide wellness exams, surgical procedures, dental care, nutrition counseling, pharmacy services, and dog boarding. Emergency care is available during business hours.
Is Airpark Animal Hospital AAHA accredited?
Yes, we maintain AAHA accreditation, meeting the highest standards in veterinary care through regular evaluations of our facilities, protocols, and medical practices.
Do you offer emergency veterinary services?
We provide urgent care during business hours. For after-hours emergencies, we recommend contacting a 24/7 emergency facility while calling us first for referral information.
What makes your dental care unique?
Our dedicated dental suite uses advanced imaging and equipment. We perform comprehensive oral exams under anesthesia with full-mouth X-rays to identify hidden dental disease.
Is the hospital environmentally sustainable?
Yes, we became Maryland's first fully solar-powered veterinary hospital in 2014, operating entirely on renewable energy from our rooftop solar array.
Can I board my dog overnight?
Our state-of-the-art boarding facility provides comfortable lodging with trained staff monitoring pets 24/7. Additional services include baths, nail trims, and medication administration.
