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Best Veterinarians in Washington DC

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Our goal is to connect people with the best local professionals. We scored Washington DC Veterinarians on more than 25 variables across five categories, and analyzed the results to give you a hand-picked list of the best.

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Glen Burnie, MD 21061

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4.0 (5)

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NMotion Home Veterinary Care is a mobile medical pet service located in Glen Burnie and serving clients in and around the Washington DC Metro area. NMotion offers patients dentistry, diagnostic, surgical, and euthanasia services. NMotion is partners with Webster Vet Source and Medi-Vet America.

Lorton, VA 22079

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4.5 (44)

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NoVa Mobile Vet is a team of animal physicians serving pets and pet owners in and around the Washington DC Metro area. The mobile vet service offers clients in-home veterinary care. NoVa’s owner and chief veterinarian, Dr. Eric Cryan earned his Doctor of Veterinary Medicine from the Virginia-Maryland Regional College of Veterinary Medicine in 2002. He then worked at Greenwich Animal Hospital in Connecticut, then Mclean Animal Hospital in Virginia before starting his own practice in 2011. NoVa Mobile Vet offers full veterinary services for any medical, diagnostic, or surgical needs.

Washington, DC 20016

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3.5 (468)
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4.5 (87)

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Friendship Hospital for Animals is a 24-hour animal care facility caring for pets in and around Washington DC. Friendship Hospital for Animals’ trained technicians offers medical services such as dentistry, diagnostic imaging, emergency and critical care, surgery, rehabilitation, wellness care, and many others. Friendship Hospital for Animals is an AAHA accredited company and has more than thirty doctors on staff at all times.

Washington, DC 20020

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4.5 (44)
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5.0 (2)

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Animal Clinic of Anacostia is a Washington DC animal hospital serving residents and their pets in and around the District. The clinic's veterinarians take care of medical and dental care, including exams, vaccinations, and cleanings. Animal Clinic of Anacostia’s goal is to provide patients with affordable and professional medical attention.

Silver Spring, MD 20906

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4.4 (95)
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4.9 (57)
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4.0 (35)

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Norbeck Animal Clinic is a Silver Spring veterinary care clinic serving pets and pet owners throughout Washington DC and surrounding areas. Norbeck veterinarians specialize in cryosurgery, dental care, grooming, nutritional counseling, hospice and euthanasia, and microchipping. Ivanov Castellanos, the clinic's owner, graduated vet school from the National University of Columbia and studied at Iowa State University for additional certification and training. Norbeck Animal Clinic also offers clients a fully-stocked pharmacy as well as puppy and kitten care.

Washington, DC 20002

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4.0 (167)
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3.9 (116)

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Union Veterinary Clinic is a full-service, Washington DC animal care facility serving pets and pet owners in and around the area. Union Veterinary Clinic performs healthcare services such as preventive healthcare, surgery, blood testing, radiology, and laser treatments. Allison Gross, Union Veterinary Clinic’s hospital director, graduated from Ohio State University College of Veterinary Medicine and has been a full-time veterinarian since 2007. Union Veterinary Clinic is partners with non-profit organizations like the Washington Humane Society and the Washington Animal Rescue League.

Washington, DC 20009

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3.5 (223)

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City Paws Animal Hospital is an animal care clinic serving pets and pet owners throughout the Washington DC Metro area. City Paws’ experienced staff offers full, veterinary services such as dentistry, surgery, wellness, and any nutritional and behavioral counseling. City Paws Animal Hospital is AAHA accredited and supplies pet travel certifications.

Arlington, VA 22201

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4.0 (123)
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4.9 (47)

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NOVA Cat Clinic is an Arlington “cats-only” veterinary hospital serving felines and their owners throughout the Washington DC Metro area. NOVA Cat Clinic, founded by Dr. Marcus Brown, offers cats exclusive medical and health care, such as acupuncture, examinations, dentistry, dermatology, therapeutic lasers, radiology, and an extensive list of other options. NOVA Cat Clinic is the first AAFP Cat-Friendly Practice in the area and is also a member of the AAHA.

Arlington, VA 22205

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4.0 (70)

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Ballston Animal Hospital is a pet care facility located in Arlington, providing care for pets and pet owners in and around Washington DC. Its veterinarians offer patients professional medical, surgery, dentistry, and wellness care. Ballston Animal Hospital received the 2009 and 2010 ABBIE Award’s Best Place to Care for Your Pet prize, as well as the Washington Post’s reader’s poll for Best Vets in 2008.

Annandale, VA 22003

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3.5 (199)
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4.8 (42)

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Columbia Pike Animal Hospital, located in Annandale, is a veterinary care clinic caring for pets in Washington DC and surrounding areas. Columbia Pike Animal Hospital’s veterinarians use advanced technology when offering patients vaccinations, dental care, and any surgical or emergency services. Columbia Pike Animal Hospital is a family-owned facility that also offers 24-hour emergency care.

Washington, DC 20036

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4.0 (153)
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4.3 (2)

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Dupont Veterinary Clinic is a full-service, companion animal hospital caring for pets in Washington DC and surrounding areas. Dupont’s veterinarians specialize in routine preventative care for young and healthy pets, as well as early detection and treatment of diseases for aging pets. Dupont Veterinary Clinic also offers patients laser therapy, an in-house laboratory and pharmacy, and urgent care during open hours, seven days a week.

Arlington, VA 22206

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4.5 (50)

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Shirlington Animal Hospital is a veterinary care facility located in Arlington and serving pets in Washington DC and surrounding areas. Shirlington Animal Hospital’s veterinarians offer patients preventative medical, surgical, and dental services, as well as microchip identification, ultrasonography, a full, in-house laboratory, and hospitalization. Shirlington Animal Hospital recommends VCA Alexandria, South Paws, The Hope Center, and the Regional Veterinary Referral Center for after-hours emergency care.

Chevy Chase, MD 20825

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4.5 (6)

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Rock Creek Home Veterinary Care is an at-home veterinary service caring for pets in Washington DC and surrounding areas. Rock Creek Home Veterinary Care’s skilled veterinarians offer full-service animal care in the comfort of the animal’s home. They perform vaccinations, exams, lab work, blood pressure, microchip implant and registration, at-home euthanasia, and a number of other options. Rock Creek Veterinary Care was the winner of the Washington Post’s Best House-Call Vets award in 2015.

Washington, DC 20002

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4.5 (229)
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4.9 (55)

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Atlas Vet is a companion animal medical facility serving pets and their owners throughout Washington DC and nearby areas. Atlas Vet’s medical team performs exams, surgeries, dentistry, imaging, and lab services for all patients. Atlas Vet offers emergency care services during their regular hours, and partners with an extensive list of after-hour care practices, such as South Paws, Friendship Hospital for Animals, and Prince William Emergency Vet Clinic.

Brentwood, MD 20722
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2.5 (20)

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Brentwood Animal Hospital is a full-service veterinary clinic serving pets and pet owners in Washington DC and the surrounding Metro area. Brentwood’s staff performs numerous medical and healthcare services for patients, such as dentistry, exams, and vaccinations. Brentwood Animal Hospital also offers boarding and grooming.

Fairfax, VA 22031

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4.5 (86)
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4.9 (10)

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Merrifield Animal Hospital is a Fairfax pet care facility serving patients throughout the Washington DC Metro area. Merrifield Animal Hospital offers full veterinary services such as preventive care, internal medicine, dentistry, general surgery, laser surgery, and care for injured or sick animals. Merrifield Animal Hospital is an AAHA accredited veterinary service.

Washington, DC 20017

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4.5 (118)
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5.0 (33)

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District Veterinary Hospital is a Washington DC pet care facility caring for animals in and around the area. The hospital's team of healthcare technicians offers patients medical examinations, surgical and dentistry care, health certificates, diagnostic imaging, dog training, and many other services. Dr. Dan Teich, District's lead veterinarian, earned his Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree from the Ohio State University in 2003. District Veterinary Hospital is an AAHA accredited practice.

Washington, DC 20016

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4.1 (64)
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3.5 (62)

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Palisades Veterinary Clinic is a small, full-service, animal hospital caring for pets throughout the Washington DC Metro area. The clinic’s services include dental, surgery, preventative care, and grooming. The head veterinarians, Dr. Jann Rhea Elliot and Dr. Alexandra Fischer, each have extensive backgrounds in interacting with and caring for animals. Dr. Elliot earned her Ph.D. from the University of Tennessee in 2003, and Dr. Fischer earned hers from the University of Pennsylvania School of Veterinary Medicine in 2008.

Bethesda, MD 20816

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4.0 (47)

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Kenwood Animal Hospital & Canine Clubhouse is a Bethesda pet care facility serving patients throughout the Washington DC Metro area. Kenwood’s vets perform healthcare, wellness, diagnostic, emergency, and surgical services, as well as dog grooming, boarding, and daycare. Kenwood Animal Hospital & Canine Clubhouse was established in the 1930s and works with non-profit programs such as the Washington Animal Rescue League and the Washington Humane Society.

Compare our Top Veterinarians

NameExpertise RatingAddressPromotionsLearn more
NMotion Home Veterinary Care
Glen Burnie, MD 21061
Nova Mobile Vet
Lorton, VA 22079
Friendship Hospital for Animals
Washington, DC 20016
Animal Clinic of Anacostia
Washington, DC 20020
Norbeck Animal Clinic
Silver Spring, MD 20906
Union Veterinary Hospital
Washington, DC 20002
City Paws Animal Hospital
Washington, DC 20009
NOVA Cat Clinic
Arlington, VA 22201
Ballston Animal Hospital
Arlington, VA 22205
Columbia Pike Animal Hospital
Annandale, VA 22003
Dupont Veterinary Clinic
Washington, DC 20036
Shirlington Animal Hospital
Arlington, VA 22206
Rock Creek Home Veterinary Care
Chevy Chase, MD 20825
Atlas Vet
Washington, DC 20002
Brentwood Animal Hospital
Brentwood, MD 20722
Merrifield Animal Hospital
Fairfax, VA 22031
District Veterinary Hospital
Washington, DC 20017
Palisades Veterinary Clinic
Washington, DC 20016
Kenwood Animal Hospital & Canine Clubhouse
Bethesda, MD 20816

FAQs

  • Introduction

    If you're a pet owner, you're probably familiar with companion animal veterinarians. This type of vet is a general practitioner who provides preventative care, diagnosis, treatments, and surgical services for dogs, cats, and other common pets. Some vets specialize in the care of exotic animals, including birds, reptiles, amphibians, and pocket pets. There are veterinarians for livestock and large animals, too. These vets focus on providing care for cattle, horses, pigs, and other animals on the farm.

    Veterinarians can choose to specialize in areas such as nutrition, oncology, cardiology, and many others. The American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) currently recognizes more than 40 fields of study and 22 veterinary specialist organizations nationwide.
  • How often should I bring my pet in for an exam?

    This depends on the age of your pet. Ideally, puppies should have their first vet visit between six to eight weeks old, and kittens should see the vet within one week of bringing them home. Healthy adult animals need a checkup once per year. Vets recommend two exams per year for senior pets (age 10 and up).

  • What are the benefits of having my pet spayed or neutered?

    Aside from preventing unwanted pregnancy, sterilization has other benefits for pets. Spayed females won't go into heat, and they have a lower risk of developing ovarian cancer and mammary gland tumors. Neutering males reduces aggressive behavior, territorial marking, and roaming urges. It also eliminates the possibility of testicular cancer and can reduce the chance of prostate disease.

  • Should my pet be on heartworm medication?

    Dogs are very commonly affected by heartworm disease, so they should be on medication to prevent it all year long. Heartworm preventatives are available as topical “spot-on” medications, monthly chewable pills, and injections that are given every six to 12 months. Heartworms are less common in cats, but preventative medication is still recommended.

  • How often should my pets be vaccinated?

    In general, puppies and kittens need several types of vaccines every three to four weeks until they're 16 weeks old. Depending on the vaccine, your pet might need a booster shot every one to three years. Pets that are indoors-only may require fewer and less frequent vaccinations.

  • Are you supposed to brush your dog’s or cat’s teeth?

    Poor oral hygiene can lead to dental disease in animals as young as two to three years of age. To help prevent this, vets recommend that you brush your pet's teeth at least two to three times a week. Dogs and cats should also have a professional dental cleaning once per year.

  • Is it safe for my cat or dog to be vegan?

    According to the ASPCA, cats need a diet that's high in protein and taurine, which can only be found in meat and other animal products. They also struggle to digest carbohydrates from plants. Dogs can eat plants, but it's difficult to provide adequate nutrition for them on a vegan diet.