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Fear Free Veterinary Care in Fairfax, VA
Fairfax Veterinary Hospital is a dedicated animal care provider committed to delivering compassionate, integrative, and high-quality veterinary medicine. Our team shares a deep passion for animals and partners with pet owners to create customized treatment plans that prioritize both physical and emotional well-being. As a Fear Free Certified and Cat Friendly Practice, we specialize in minimizing stress for pets during visits, ensuring a positive experience for both animals and their families. Our services span wellness care, surgery, dentistry, and advanced therapies like acupuncture and Veterinary Orthopedic Manipulation (VOM).With a focus on lifelong learning, our veterinarians and staff continuously expand their expertise in integrative medicine, behavior, and preventative care. We emphasize the human-animal bond, treating every pet as a cherished family member while maintaining rigorous professional standards. Our commitment to community education and low-stress handling techniques positions us as a trusted leader in veterinary care for Northern Virginia.
Services
Wellness Exams
Dental Care
Acupuncture
Surgery
Behavior Counseling
Geriatric Care
VOM Therapy
Nutrition Plans
Laser Therapy
Urgent Care
Highlights and features
- Fear Free Certified for stress-reduced pet care
- Specialized in integrative medicine and acupuncture
- Team includes board-certified veterinary specialists
- 24/7 emergency services available
- Comprehensive wellness and geriatric care programs
Associations and certifications
- Fear Free Certified
- Cat Friendly Practice
Services
Wellness Exams
Our comprehensive wellness exams focus on early disease detection and preventative care tailored to your pet's life stage. Services include vaccinations, parasite screening, and nutritional counseling. Our experienced veterinarians create personalized health plans to ensure long-term wellness for cats and dogs.
Acupuncture
Certified veterinary acupuncture treats chronic pain, arthritis, and neurological conditions using traditional Chinese medicine techniques. This non-invasive therapy complements conventional treatments, improving mobility and quality of life for pets with musculoskeletal issues or chronic illnesses.
Veterinary Orthopedic Manipulation
VOM utilizes specialized tools to diagnose and treat musculoskeletal conditions in pets. This technique effectively addresses back pain, hip dysplasia, and mobility issues through precise spinal adjustments, offering relief for pets unresponsive to traditional treatments.
Dental Care
We provide complete dental services including cleanings, extractions, and periodontal disease management. Digital dental radiography ensures accurate diagnosis of oral health issues, while our preventative care programs help maintain optimal dental hygiene between visits.
Geriatric Care
Our senior pet program addresses age-related conditions through specialized diagnostics, pain management, and lifestyle adjustments. Regular bloodwork, mobility assessments, and tailored nutrition plans help maintain quality of life for aging companions.
People
Dr. Melissa Gosline
Veterinarian
Dr. Gosline combines traditional veterinary medicine with acupuncture expertise. She earned her Doctorate in Veterinary Medicine from Virginia Tech in 2010 and has advanced training in integrative therapies. She treats patients with compassion and scientific rigor.
Dr. Lauren Ranivand
Veterinarian
Dr. Ranivand specializes in integrative medicine with expertise in VOM therapy and ultrasound diagnostics. She earned her veterinary degree from Virginia Tech after completing a Masters in Public Health at Drexel University, focusing on human-animal health connections.
Katie
Licensed Veterinary Technician
Katie joined FVH in 2022 after gaining diverse experience in wildlife conservation, referral practices, and behavior-focused care. She became a licensed technician in 2023 and specializes in Fear Free handling techniques for anxious pets.
Natalie
Veterinary Technician
Natalie earned her veterinary technician license in 2025 after working in animal shelters and behavior clinics. She specializes in preventative medicine and client education, helping pet owners understand complex health conditions and treatment plans.
Dr. Garner
Veterinarian
Dr. Garner graduated from Kansas State University's veterinary program in 2023. Her background includes zoo medicine externships and a small animal internship. She focuses on general practice with special interest in wildlife-pet connections.
Questions
What veterinary services do you offer?
We provide wellness exams, surgery, dentistry, acupuncture, VOM therapy, geriatric care, and Fear Free-certified visits for cats and dogs.
Are you certified in Fear Free handling?
Yes, we're a Fear Free Certified practice with specialized training in reducing pet anxiety during veterinary visits using low-stress techniques.
Do you offer emergency care?
We provide urgent care services during regular business hours. For after-hours emergencies, we recommend contacting regional specialty hospitals.
What is Veterinary Orthopedic Manipulation?
VOM is a diagnostic and treatment system for musculoskeletal conditions using specialized tools to identify and correct nerve pathway disruptions in pets.
How can I schedule an appointment?
Contact us at (703) 591-0222 during business hours or use our online request form to schedule wellness exams, urgent care visits, or specialty consultations.
Reviews (6)
Salim Sabirov
Dec 05, 2021
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Was told that dental is going to cost 600, when they finished I had to pay 1400. Nice communication there, won't ever come back again.
Morgan W.
Nov 23, 2021
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My fianc and I adopted a rescue dog about 2 months ago that was sick. Fairfax Veterinary Hospital had an opening so we went and it's been the most positive experience since. Our pup has needed 4 visits in these short 2 months, but she LOVES going to the vet. The entire staff learned her name and seemed so genuinely happy to see her getting better each visit. Dr. Goselin is so so helpful and goes above and beyond! When I mentioned our dog got very stressed when we tried to trim her nails, she actually emailed us a lot of resources on how to desensitize her to the nail clippers, alternative
Mse Presents
Nov 03, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Quality,Reliability
I really can't put everything into words. Going through several misdiagnoses of my cat, my companion, my son, from a few different UNAMED Veterinarian hospitals. Dr. Valentine and her staff, were and are great, professional and informative. Thank you so much for the care and attention you gave my baby boy.
I really can't put everything into words. Going through several misdiagnoses of my cat, my companion, my son, from a few different UNAMED Veterinarian hospitals. Dr. Valentine and her staff, were and are great, professional and informative. Thank you so much for the care and attention you gave my baby boy.
Mary Barsoum
Sep 16, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Quality,Reliability,Responsiveness
Everyone working at this practice is truly amazing!!! They really care and are very compassionate. My dog hates even walking into a vets office. After visiting once, he happily went back in the next day when he needed additional treatment. Hands down the best vet hospital I visited in the past 5 years. Thank you!!!
Everyone working at this practice is truly amazing!!! They really care and are very compassionate. My dog hates even walking into a vets office. After visiting once, he happily went back in the next day when he needed additional treatment. Hands down the best vet hospital I visited in the past 5 years. Thank you!!!
Kyndra S.
Sep 07, 2021
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After not feeling listened to by our previous vet, we decided to take our pup here for a second opinion. We have a very anxious dog, who also has confinement anxiety and doesn't love small rooms. Everyone who works here has been so accommodating and understanding and gentle with her. We ended up having a dental cleaning done, and a tooth extracted. Everything was very clear upfront in terms of what to expect, and day of went smoothly. Our poor baby struggled a bit more than normal with her recovery. When the team called to check in on her, I alerted them to some of the issues we were having
Diviyaj Basnyat
Aug 28, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Quality,Reliability,Responsiveness,Value
I recently started taking my dog to Fairfax Veterinary Hospital and they have been incredible at working with him. He has issues with general anxiety and their staff is extremely well equipped to deal with dogs like him with their fear free approach. I highly recommend taking your animal here!
I recently started taking my dog to Fairfax Veterinary Hospital and they have been incredible at working with him. He has issues with general anxiety and their staff is extremely well equipped to deal with dogs like him with their fear free approach. I highly recommend taking your animal here!
