Business Details
35 Years
experience
Your Trusted Veterinarians in Philadelphia
Philadelphia Animal Hospital has been dedicated to excellence in veterinary medicine for 30 years, serving pets and families across Philadelphia, Delaware County, and South Jersey. Founded in 1991 by Dr. Lawrence Rebbecchi Jr., our practice began with a vision to provide comprehensive, compassionate care in a welcoming environment. Over the decades, we expanded our facilities to include four exam rooms, a therapeutic pool, and the Philadelphia Pet Hotel and Villas, offering daycare and boarding solutions. Our team, including Dr. Rebbecchi's daughter Dr. Daria Rebbecchi, combines generational expertise with state-of-the-art diagnostics and treatments.We prioritize client education, preventive care, and understanding the human-animal bond to enhance pet health. Our services range from wellness exams and surgery to specialized reproductive care and aquatic therapy. We maintain an in-house lab for rapid diagnostics and a stocked pharmacy for convenience. While we handle emergencies during operating hours, we partner with University of Pennsylvania and BluePearl for after-hours critical care. Our commitment to flexibility includes extended weekday hours and weekend availability, ensuring accessible care for all pets.
Services
Wellness exams
General surgery
Reproductive services
Swimming pool therapy
Pet pharmacy
Details
- Year established: 1991
Highlights and features
- We offer 30 years of veterinary expertise in Philadelphia
- Our family-run practice includes generational veterinary professionals
- We maintain state-of-the-art diagnostic and treatment facilities
- We provide comprehensive aquatic therapy for pet rehabilitation
- Our flexible hours include 7-day availability
What people say
Super nice staff
Knowledgeable veterinarians
Compassionate care
Flexible scheduling
State-of-the-art facilities
Services
Wellness exams
Our comprehensive wellness exams include medical history review, physical examination, vaccine updates, and preventive care recommendations. We perform diagnostic tests like heartworm screening and blood work to detect early health issues. These annual evaluations help maintain your pet's health through preventive care and early disease detection.
General surgery
We perform spays, neuters, dental procedures, and mass removals using advanced monitoring equipment for patient safety. Our pre-surgical consultations include bloodwork and risk assessments, with post-operative pain management plans. Our surgical team handles both routine and complex procedures with strict safety protocols.
Reproductive services
Dr. Morgan Agnew provides specialized reproductive care including artificial insemination and hormone monitoring. As Philadelphia's only board-certified reproduction specialist, she develops customized breeding plans using onsite frozen semen storage and rapid progesterone testing for optimal success rates.
Swimming pool therapy
Our saline therapy pool offers low-impact exercise for post-surgical recovery and joint health. Available year-round with private 1-hour sessions, we offer day passes and monthly memberships. A wellness exam is required before first use to ensure swim readiness.
Pet pharmacy
Our in-house pharmacy provides prescription medications, preventatives, and therapeutic diets with free shipping available. We offer online ordering for convenience while maintaining physical inventory for immediate needs. Our staff ensures proper medication handling and storage for optimal efficacy.
People
Dr. Lawrence Rebbecchi Jr.
Founder
Dr. Rebbecchi founded the hospital in 1991 after graduating from University of Pennsylvania Veterinary School. With decades of experience, he established Philadelphia's first comprehensive veterinary facility featuring modern diagnostics and therapeutic amenities.
Dr. Daria Rebbecchi
Veterinarian
Dr. Daria Rebbecchi graduated from University of Pennsylvania Veterinary School and continues her family's legacy. She specializes in wellness care and diagnostics, combining generational knowledge with contemporary veterinary practices for comprehensive pet health management.
Dr. Lockhart
Veterinarian
Dr. Lockhart provides expert medical care with a focus on compassionate treatment. As part of our core team, he contributes specialized knowledge in internal medicine while maintaining the personal approach that defines our practice.
Questions
What services does Philadelphia Animal Hospital offer?
We provide wellness exams, surgery, reproductive care, aquatic therapy, and pharmacy services. Our facilities include a therapy pool and boarding kennels with daycare options.
Do you handle pet emergencies?
We triage emergencies during operating hours but direct after-hours emergencies to University of Pennsylvania Veterinary Hospital or BluePearl Emergency Services.
Can I use the swimming pool with my pet?
Pool access requires a wellness exam. Day passes cost $35/hour or $150/month. Sessions are private, one-hour blocks available year-round.
How do I schedule appointments?
Call 215-724-5550 during operating hours. We offer same-day wellness exams for pool reservations and maintain flexible scheduling including weekend availability.
Is the pharmacy available online?
Yes, our online pharmacy offers free shipping on preventatives and prescriptions. Physical inventory is available for immediate needs at our Philadelphia location.
How long has the hospital been operating?
Philadelphia Animal Hospital has served the community for 30 years, founded in 1991 by Dr. Lawrence Rebbecchi Jr. as a comprehensive veterinary care facility.
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Reviews (4)
Heather Lynn Meshurle
Dec 21, 2021
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The receptionist was beyond nice! My dog had an emergency where she needed assistance asap and they pointed In the absolute right direction... thanks again Philadelphia animal hospital!!
Maxwell Atkinson
Oct 16, 2021
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They are very caring and compassionate, they treat all my pets with love and respect. They have very fair prices and a clean and capable facility. I cant recommend them highly enough!
Angela Washington
Oct 15, 2021
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Did a walk in here and I didn't have to wait long. Staff are super nice and informative. Gucci now has a great Vet, Dr. Lockhart!
Michelle Lay
Oct 05, 2021
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We brought our dog here due to stomach issues. Dr. Jonas was wonderful & very insightful. Staff were pleasant. We will definitely visit again.
