Business Details
38 Years
experience
Emergency
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Comprehensive Veterinary Care in Kittery, ME
Kittery Animal Hospital has been a trusted partner in pet healthcare for over 35 years, dedicated to providing exceptional veterinary services in a welcoming environment. Our experienced team prioritizes compassionate care, combining advanced medical expertise with personalized attention to ensure the well-being of every pet. We offer comprehensive services including wellness exams, emergency care, boarding, and grooming, supported by AAHA-accredited standards.With a focus on preventive care and client education, we strive to build lasting relationships with pet owners while maintaining a commitment to community and innovation. Our hospital is equipped with modern facilities and staffed by professionals who genuinely care about improving the lives of animals and their families.
Services
Wellness Exams
Emergency Care
Pet Boarding
Grooming Services
Laser Therapy
Spay/Neuter
Dental Care
Ultrasound Diagnostics
Adoption Services
Medication Refills
Details
- Year established: 1988
Highlights and features
- Over 35 years of veterinary expertise in Kittery, ME
- AAHA-accredited hospital with industry-leading standards
- 24/7 emergency care available six days weekly
- Comprehensive services from wellness exams to surgery
- Experienced team with personalized patient handling
Associations and certifications
- AAHA
What people say
Friendly, honest staff
Best veterinary care
Excellent follow-up service
Professional and thorough
Compassionate end-of-life care
Services
Wellness Exams
Annual wellness exams detect early health issues through physical assessments, diagnostic tests, and vaccination updates. Our comprehensive evaluations include dental checks, parasite screening, and nutrition counseling to maintain optimal pet health. Preventive care reduces long-term treatment costs while extending pets' lifespans through early intervention.
Emergency Care
Six-day-a-week emergency services address critical conditions like trauma, poisoning, or severe illness. Our equipped facility handles acute injuries and provides immediate diagnostics while offering after-hours referral guidance. Staff monitor vital signs and administer stabilization treatments to improve recovery outcomes for urgent cases.
Pet Boarding
Secure boarding facilities offer supervised housing with daily exercise for dogs and quiet suites for cats. Medical supervision available for special needs pets at $45/night. Reservations require vaccinations and deposits during peak seasons, with amenities including food, bedding, and enrichment activities included in nightly rates.
Laser Therapy
Non-invasive laser treatments reduce inflammation and accelerate healing for arthritis, surgical wounds, and soft tissue injuries. Sessions lasting 15-30 minutes use targeted light waves to stimulate cellular repair without sedation. Particularly beneficial for pets with medication restrictions or chronic pain conditions.
Grooming Services
Professional grooming includes baths, haircuts, nail trims, and ear cleaning using state-of-the-art facilities. Stylists accommodate breed-specific cuts and special requests while maintaining hygiene standards. Services available as standalone appointments or combined with boarding arrangements for convenience.
People
Dr. Scott Moffat
Owner & President
Graduated from Tufts University School of Veterinary Medicine in 1985 with a Master of Science in Zoology from University of Connecticut. Has owned Kittery Animal Hospital since 1988, emphasizing compassionate care and community service.
Questions
What emergency services do you offer?
We provide urgent care six days weekly for critical conditions like trauma, poisoning, or severe illness. After-hours emergencies refer to Port City Veterinary Referral Hospital.
How do boarding reservations work?
Reservations require a $50 deposit during holidays. Pets need current vaccinations and parasite prevention. Boarding includes food, bedding, and supervised exercise with optional daycare add-ons.
What grooming services are available?
Full-service grooming includes baths, haircuts, nail trims, and sanitary clips. Appointments available standalone or with boarding. Professional stylists handle breed-specific cuts and special requests.
Are wellness exams necessary for healthy pets?
Yes, annual exams detect hidden issues like parasites or dental disease. Early detection prevents costly treatments while maintaining wellness through vaccination updates and nutrition counseling.
How does laser therapy benefit pets?
Laser therapy reduces pain and inflammation for arthritis, wounds, and post-surgery recovery. Non-invasive treatments stimulate cellular repair without sedation, particularly beneficial for pets with medication restrictions.
What adoption services do you provide?
We partner with southern shelters to rescue and rehome adoptable pets. Our facility screens animals for health issues and matches them with suitable families through a structured adoption process.
Reviews (5)
Elizabeth Olsen
Jun 08, 2020
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Brought both my furbabies here. Drove an hour every visit due to how amazing they are. They helped with getting our cats to Hawaii. They did a great job preparing us. They did the research and got it all done… in the right amount of time. One of my cats were nervous during traveling and they gave us some amazing tips. Both cats were amazing on the flight that we got asked if they were sedated a few times (obviously they weren’t). They really helped during a stressful time and will definitely return to them when moving back to Maine in a few years.
Lanie Ellery Herrick
Apr 16, 2020
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We had such a wonderful experience adopting our new pup. The staff is very professional and caring. We live quite a distance from their location but we are more than willing to travel to keep their office as our vet. So very thankful we found Kittery Animal Hospital. We would highly recommend them to our friends and family members. Thank You Kittery Animal Hospital for being so good at what you do. Your passion and love for animals is evident.
Diane Brown
Apr 12, 2020
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I was thankful you were open to be able to groom my dog. I don’t believe you know how to groom a wheaten terrier. I am going to try to put a picture of a previous Grooming and how he came out when you groomed him.the pic on left is how he should look, real fluffy. You cut way too much off his back and tail.
Joanne Small
Feb 05, 2020
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Miss Layla had her Bladder stones removed today. they took such good care of her. the staff treats our fur babies as if they were their own.💕❤
Michael Alan Webster
Apr 19, 2019
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The staff is very caring and concerned every step of the way. The worst possible time for any animal lover comes at the end... when our friends gentle soul must leave us. This time came a week ago today, after 12 loving years. Kittery Animal Hospital, as always, provided exemplary services with the utmost in respect and compassion.
