Business Details
24 Years
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Emergency
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Your Trusted Partner for Comprehensive Pet Care in Chesapeake
Founded in 2002, Cooke Veterinary Medical Center has been dedicated to advancing animal health through a unique blend of Western medicine and integrative therapies. Our approach combines cutting-edge surgical techniques with evidence-based practices like acupuncture and herbal medicine, tailored to each patient's needs. With a team of experienced veterinarians and certified specialists, we prioritize personalized care, advanced diagnostics, and compassionate treatment for pets and their owners.Our facility in Chesapeake, Virginia, reflects our commitment to creating a stress-free environment for both animals and clients. We emphasize preventive care and education to empower pet owners in making informed decisions about their pets' health. Our mission remains focused on strengthening the human-animal bond while delivering exceptional medical outcomes.
Services
Primary Care
Integrative Medicine
Diagnostics and Tests
Urgent Care
Canine-Focused Care
Feline-Focused Care
Dental Services
Pain Management
Vaccinations
Ultrasound Imaging
Details
- Year established: 2002
Highlights and features
- We combine Western medicine with integrative therapies for comprehensive treatment options
- Our team includes board-certified specialists in feline and canine medicine
- We utilize advanced diagnostic tools including digital radiology and ultrasound
- Our facility is designed for low-stress pet visits with calming environments
- We maintain active involvement in local pet rescue organizations and education
What people say
Minimal wait times
Compassionate staff
Effective treatment
Specialized care
Integrative approach
Services
Primary Care
Our primary care services provide comprehensive wellness exams, vaccinations, and preventive treatments tailored to each pet's life stage. We emphasize early disease detection through regular check-ups and senior pet monitoring programs. Our approach combines traditional veterinary medicine with personalized health planning to ensure optimal pet longevity.
Integrative Medicine
We offer acupuncture, herbal medicine, and traditional Chinese veterinary medicine as complementary treatments to conventional care. These therapies help manage chronic pain, improve mobility, and enhance recovery from injuries or surgeries. Our integrative approach addresses root causes while treating specific symptoms for better patient outcomes.
Diagnostics and Tests
Our in-house laboratory provides rapid blood work analysis and urinalysis within 20 minutes. We also offer digital radiology and ultrasound imaging for internal organ evaluation. These advanced diagnostic tools enable quick, accurate diagnoses to guide effective treatment decisions for both routine and emergency cases.
Urgent Care
We provide immediate care for sudden illnesses and injuries with same-day diagnostics and treatment options. Our team handles critical cases requiring stabilization and offers triage guidance for severe emergencies. We maintain partnerships with local specialty hospitals for after-hours critical care referrals.
Feline-Focused Care
Our feline-specific services include low-stress handling techniques, advanced dental care, and specialized diagnostics for cats. We offer feline ultrasonography and treatment for complex diseases like stomatitis. Our board-certified feline specialist provides expert care tailored to cats' unique medical needs.
People
Dr. Denette O. Cooke
Owner
Founder of Cooke Veterinary Medical Center in 2002, Dr. Cooke specializes in integrative medicine, acupuncture, and chiropractic care for animals. She maintains active involvement in continuing education and professional development.
Dr. Lisa Durso Keel
Veterinarian
Board-certified feline specialist with expertise in ultrasonography and complex disease management. Dr. Durso serves as lead editor for The Feline Patient reference book and brings advanced training in feline-exclusive medicine.
Dr. Carin Cronin
Veterinarian
Graduate of Cornell University School of Veterinary Medicine with special interests in dentistry and soft tissue surgery. Dr. Cronin has extensive experience in the Hampton Roads veterinary community and expertise in surgical laser techniques.
Questions
What veterinary services do you offer?
We provide primary care, integrative medicine, diagnostics, urgent care, and specialized services for both cats and dogs.
Do you accept emergency cases?
Yes, we handle urgent care cases during business hours and provide triage guidance for after-hours emergencies.
What makes your veterinary practice different?
Our integrative approach combines Western medicine with alternative therapies, and we specialize in low-stress pet care environments.
How can I schedule an appointment?
Use our Otto app for easy scheduling, or call us directly at 757-547-9421 during business hours.
Do you have specialists on staff?
Yes, we have board-certified specialists in feline medicine and offer advanced diagnostic imaging services.
Reviews (6)
Stephen Hatcher
Dec 29, 2021
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I always recommend Cooke. We have relied on this team for about 10 years for 5 cats. The staff is highly knowledgeable, inquisitive, and caring about your animals health. They perform thorough exams, share detailed health information, and take time for conversations that help you understand observations, test results, options, etc., so that you are informed to make better decisions. Their staff is very friendly and personable. They were extremely supportive when our oldest cat needed end of life care, and they are very communicative and proactive if you have an animal boarding with them for
Wanda Mitcham
Nov 24, 2021
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Excellent service! We had to put our sweet baby down today and the staff was more than supportive and caring!
Jackie Evard
Oct 25, 2021
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I had vet hopped all around town until I met Dr Edson. She is so knowledgeable and knew to test and look into things no other vet had recommended. She presents every option to me and takes time to discuss them so all of my questions are answered and I understand all options. I also trust her to not perform and charge for extraneous or unnecessary things. Furthermore, they have an exam room that opens to the outside, avoiding the lobby, which means a lot to my very anxious dog who doesnt do well close to other dogs!! After a very long search for a friendly and quality vet, I HIGHLY recommend
Neil Kennedy
Oct 22, 2021
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I recently got an unexpected puppy, so he and I went to Cooke Veterinary Medical Center yesterday. The experience was great. I was afraid because my puppy seemed to have some health problems and a little nervous as a first time puppy owner. The staff was unbelievable and took their time to address all of my questions and concerns. Dr. Edson spent a considerable amount of time coaching me through things like food choices and caloric needs, house and crate training, bathing and socialization. They were also very gentle and patient with Bagel. They came up with a solid plan to address his (thankfully
Rachel Peresie
Oct 10, 2021
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Dr Ives is the best vet I've seen in probably 20 years. I am so glad I finally found happiness at Cooke Veterinary. I also appreciate the very personable receptionists, the vet assistants, and a special shout out to Dwayne the betta fish who oversees all of the goings on at the front desk.
Ashley Hampton
Sep 29, 2021
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Love love love them!! They took great care of my Koi Boy!! Who knew dogs could get pink eye?! Sweetest people I've met in awhile!
