Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Comprehensive Pet Care in Kittanning, PA
Founded in 1963 by Dr. Robert Lash, Kittanning Veterinary Hospital has been a trusted partner in pet care for over six decades. Our experienced team of veterinarians and staff combine clinical expertise with compassionate care to serve small and large animals in Kittanning, PA. We specialize in wellness exams, dental care, surgical services, diagnostics, and end-of-life care, utilizing state-of-the-art technology and evidence-based practices.Our commitment to continuing education ensures we remain at the forefront of veterinary medicine while maintaining a philosophy centered on client service, timely care, and the highest standards of animal health.
Services
Wellness Care
Dental Services
Surgical Procedures
Large Animal Care
Diagnostics
End of Life Care
Laboratory Tests
Microchipping
Nutrition Counseling
Pharmacy Services
Details
- Year established: 1963
Highlights and features
- We provide personalized treatment plans based on 60+ years of clinical experience.
- Our hospital features advanced diagnostic tools including digital radiography and ultrasound.
- We offer specialized dental care to prevent oral disease in pets.
- Our team delivers urgent care services during regular business hours.
- Comprehensive nutrition counseling tailored to your pet's specific needs.
What people say
Answered all questions
Kind treatment
Highly recommend
Experienced team
Thorough exams
Services
Wellness Care
Our comprehensive wellness exams detect health issues early through nose-to-tail physical assessments. We recommend annual checkups for adult pets and more frequent visits for seniors or animals with chronic conditions. Services include vaccinations, parasite prevention, and nutritional guidance tailored to your pet's age and lifestyle.
Dental Services
Professional dental cleanings remove tartar buildup and prevent periodontal disease. We provide oral exams, teeth extractions, and home care education. Early intervention helps avoid pain and systemic infections that can affect vital organs. Regular dental maintenance extends pets' lifespans and improves quality of life.
Surgical Procedures
We perform spays/neuters, soft tissue surgeries, and complex procedures using modern anesthetic protocols. Pre-operative diagnostics assess surgical risks while continuous monitoring ensures patient safety. Post-operative instructions include pain management and wound care guidance for optimal recovery at home.
Large Animal Care
Our veterinarians provide on-farm care for cattle, horses, and small ruminants. Services include herd health programs, reproductive exams, and emergency treatment. We combine mobile services with in-clinic capabilities for llamas, alpacas, and pot-bellied pigs, emphasizing preventive medicine for livestock operations.
Diagnostics
Advanced diagnostic tools like digital radiography and ultrasound enable accurate internal assessments. In-house lab testing provides rapid results for bloodwork, urinalysis, and fecal exams. These technologies help us diagnose conditions ranging from fractures to organ dysfunction, supporting timely treatment decisions.
Questions
What types of animals do you treat?
We care for dogs, cats, and large animals including cattle, horses, pigs, sheep, goats, and camelids like llamas and alpacas.
Do you offer after-hours emergency care?
We provide urgent care during regular business hours but do not offer after-hours emergency services for small animals. Large animal emergencies are available via our answering service.
What wellness services do you recommend?
We recommend annual checkups for adult pets, biannual exams for seniors, and vaccinations tailored to your pet's lifestyle and exposure risks.
How do you handle complex dental issues?
Our dental services include oral surgery, extractions, and treatment for advanced periodontal disease using modern anesthetic and pain management protocols.
What diagnostic tools are available?
We have digital radiography, ultrasound, and in-house lab capabilities for bloodwork, urinalysis, and fecal testing to support accurate diagnoses.
Can I order medications online?
Yes, our online store offers prescription medications, preventive products, and therapeutic diets with direct delivery to your home.
Reviews (4)
Nikole Thompson
Dec 28, 2021
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This is the best vet to go to the doctors are amazing and so gentle with your fur baby the nurses are great and friendly they will take time to talk to you about any concern you have my girl just loves it here other vets she will fight but she is comfortable being handled by them
definitely 5 Star
definitely 5 Star
Mark Walter
Dec 05, 2021
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Thanks to Dr. Miller and helpful staff who got our dog in on short notice to diagnose Lyme's and give meds ASAP!
Jeanette Stitt
Oct 28, 2021
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I just wanted to give a big Thank You to Kristi for always being more than willing to answer any questions, give advice, and offer to go out of her way to help. Your the best and Max and I appreciate you so much!!
Amy Tarr
Oct 23, 2021
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Dr was very nice, and informative. From desk staff was a little eh, seemed mean and like they hated their jobs.
really love Dr Gefert. she's is very kind and compassionate.
however the vet tech Christy is awful.
once I stated I didn't believe in terminating a pregnancy and that we had planned on breeding our animals the conversation should have stopped.
it got to the point that I had to tell her to leave the room.
we will be going back she will never touch our animals again.
really love Dr Gefert. she's is very kind and compassionate.
however the vet tech Christy is awful.
once I stated I didn't believe in terminating a pregnancy and that we had planned on breeding our animals the conversation should have stopped.
it got to the point that I had to tell her to leave the room.
we will be going back she will never touch our animals again.
