Business Details
50 Years
experience
Emergency
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Veterinary Care in Dumfries, VA
Dumfries Animal Hospital has served the Dumfries, VA community for over 30 years, establishing a reputation for excellence in veterinary care. Our dedicated team provides comprehensive services including wellness exams, vaccinations, emergency care, surgery, boarding, and grooming for cats and dogs. We prioritize preventative medicine to ensure pets live healthy, happy lives while offering compassionate support to their families. With a focus on individualized care and cutting-edge practices, we build lasting relationships through trust, expertise, and a commitment to the human-animal bond.Our staff combines decades of experience with ongoing professional development to address complex medical needs and deliver reliable, empathetic service. This dedication to quality and integrity has made us a trusted partner for pet owners in Northern Virginia and surrounding areas.
Services
Cat Wellness
Dog Vaccines
Emergency Care
Boarding
Grooming
Surgical Procedures
Dental Care
Laboratory Testing
Diagnostic Imaging
Pet Pharmacy
Details
- Year established: 1976
Highlights and features
- We have over 30 years of experience serving Northern Virginia pet owners.
- Our team includes veterinarians with specialized expertise in surgery and internal medicine.
- We offer comprehensive care including emergency treatment, boarding, and grooming.
- Our facility uses advanced diagnostic technology for accurate, timely care.
- We prioritize preventative medicine to ensure long-term pet health.
What people say
Great services
Caring, empathetic
Excellent care
Trustworthy practice
Loves going to the vet
Services
Veterinary Care
Our veterinary care services include wellness exams, vaccinations, and chronic disease management for cats and dogs. We emphasize preventative care to catch issues early, using advanced diagnostics and tailored treatment plans. With experienced doctors specializing in internal medicine and surgery, we ensure comprehensive, evidence-based care for pets at every life stage.
Emergency Services
We provide critical care for pets experiencing trauma, poisoning, urinary blockages, or severe illness. Our team handles urgent cases during regular hours and refers to trusted emergency clinics after hours. Immediate intervention for symptoms like labored breathing or seizures helps prevent fatalities, ensuring pets receive timely, life-saving treatment.
Pet Boarding
Our climate-controlled boarding facility offers safe, comfortable stays with personalized attention. Pets receive daily exercise, dietary accommodations, and health monitoring. Spacious suites with soft bedding create a home-like environment while maintaining strict vaccination requirements and hygiene protocols to protect all guests during their owner's absence.
Cat Wellness
Cat wellness programs include kitten development checks, senior screenings, and FIV/FeLV testing. We guide owners on litter box habits, nutrition, and behavioral enrichment while monitoring for hyperthyroidism and kidney disease. Annual exams with bloodwork help detect treatable conditions early, extending cats' healthy lifespans through proactive care.
Surgical Procedures
We perform spays, neuters, tumor removals, and bladder stone surgeries using modern techniques. Preoperative bloodwork and anesthesia monitoring ensure safety, while postoperative pain management promotes recovery. Our surgeons address both elective and emergency cases, providing detailed aftercare instructions to support optimal healing for canine and feline patients.
People
Jodi Gershman
Owner & Medical Director
Dr. Gershman earned her DVM from Kansas State University in 2008. She became practice owner in 2017 after serving as medical director since 2014. Her interests include endocrinology and surgery.
Persis Chittenden
Veterinarian
Dr. Chittenden holds a DVM from the University of Missouri. With veterinary experience since 1984, she focuses on internal medicine and wellness care for companion animals.
Daria Olinger
Medical Director
Dr. Olinger graduated from Virginia Tech in 2016 and became Medical Director in 2023. She specializes in surgery, internal medicine, and mentoring veterinary professionals while serving Northern Virginia pets.
Courtney Breen
Veterinarian
Dr. Breen earned her DVM from Louisiana State University in 2007. She focuses on wellness and dermatology care, bringing extensive experience working with military families in northern Virginia.
Maggie Chaing-Dolias
Veterinarian
Dr. Chaing-Dolias graduated from Ohio State University in 2020. Her expertise includes surgical procedures and dental care, serving Fairfax County pets with dedication and technical skill.
Questions
What veterinary services do you offer?
We provide wellness exams, vaccinations, emergency care, surgery, boarding, grooming, dental care, and diagnostic imaging for cats and dogs.
Do you handle pet emergencies?
Yes, we treat urgent cases during regular hours and provide guidance for after-hours emergencies requiring immediate attention.
What boarding requirements must pets meet?
Boarding pets need current rabies, distemper, and flea/tick prevention. Dogs also require bordetella and leptospirosis vaccines with annual fecal testing.
How can I schedule an appointment?
Call us at (703) 221-1880 during business hours or use our online request form to book veterinary appointments.
Do you offer pet pharmacy services?
Yes, our online pharmacy provides prescription medications and refills delivered directly to your home.
What surgical procedures are available?
We perform spays, neuters, tumor removals, bladder stone surgeries, and other common procedures using modern veterinary techniques.
