Business Details
9 Years
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Emergency
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Trusted Veterinarians in New Brighton, PA
Big Rock Veterinary Hospital has been dedicated to providing exceptional veterinary care in New Brighton, PA since its establishment. Our team of experienced veterinarians and technicians combines cutting-edge technology with compassionate service to ensure the highest standard of care for pets. We offer comprehensive services ranging from routine wellness exams to emergency treatments, tailored to meet the unique needs of each animal. Our state-of-the-art facility is equipped to handle both preventative care and complex medical cases, ensuring pets receive holistic treatment throughout their lives.We prioritize personalized attention, maintaining open communication with pet owners to foster trust and transparency. With extended hours and Saturday availability, we strive to accommodate busy schedules while maintaining a welcoming environment for both pets and their families. Our commitment to the local community extends beyond medical care, as we actively support animal welfare initiatives and educate pet owners on responsible care practices.
Services
Wellness Exams
Vaccinations
Surgery
Exotic Pet Care
In-House Laboratory
Radiology
Hospice/Euthanasia
Microchipping
Details
- Year established: 2017
Highlights and features
- We offer 24/7 emergency services through our sister hospital for urgent pet care needs
- Our state-of-the-art facility includes digital radiography and in-house laboratory diagnostics
- Veterinarians have decades of combined experience in companion animal care
- We provide personalized follow-up care with post-appointment check-ins
- Specialized exotic pet care services available for unique animal species
What people say
Compassionate staff
Excellent care
Knowledgeable veterinarians
Personalized attention
Prompt follow-up
Services
Wellness Exams
Our comprehensive wellness exams include physical assessments, vaccination updates, and preventative treatments tailored to your pet's life stage. Early detection screenings help identify potential health issues before they become serious. Our veterinarians create customized care plans that evolve with your pet's changing needs throughout their lifetime.
Vaccinations
We provide core and lifestyle-based vaccinations to protect pets from preventable diseases. Our protocols follow AAHA guidelines while considering individual risk factors. Services include rabies, distemper, feline leukemia vaccines, and specialized options for active or outdoor animals.
Surgery
Our surgical services range from routine spays/neuters to complex soft-tissue procedures. Pre-anesthetic blood work ensures patient safety while modern monitoring equipment tracks vital signs throughout procedures. Post-operative care includes pain management and recovery follow-ups.
Exotic Pet Care
Specialized care for non-traditional pets includes husbandry consultations, species-specific wellness exams, and treatment for exotic animals. Our certified exotic veterinarian treats rabbits, reptiles, birds, and small mammals with expertise in unique physiological requirements.
In-House Laboratory
On-site diagnostic capabilities enable rapid blood work analysis, urinalysis, and microscopic evaluations. This allows immediate treatment decisions for urgent cases while specialized tests are sent to trusted reference laboratories for detailed analysis.
People
Dr. Caitlin Goncz Nafziger
Veterinarian
Dr. Nafziger specializes in exotic pet medicine and general veterinary care. With over 10 years of clinical experience, she focuses on preventive care and early disease detection for companion animals.
Dr. Nicole Osche
Veterinarian
Dr. Osche brings expertise in surgical procedures and emergency medicine. She emphasizes client education to help pet owners make informed healthcare decisions for their animals.
Dr. Bethany Foust
Veterinarian
Dr. Foust specializes in wellness care and geriatric pet management. Her compassionate approach focuses on maintaining quality of life for senior animals through tailored treatment plans.
Questions
What veterinary services does Big Rock offer?
We provide wellness exams, vaccinations, surgery, radiology, in-house lab work, exotic pet care, and end-of-life services for dogs, cats, and select exotic animals.
Do you offer emergency pet care?
Yes, our sister hospital provides Sunday urgent care from 2pm-10pm. Call 724-274-1846 for after-hours emergencies.
What exotic animals do you treat?
Our exotic veterinarian sees rabbits, birds, rodents, reptiles, and amphibians. We don't treat venomous/poisonous species.
How can I schedule an appointment?
Book online through our portal or call us at 724-624-7114 during business hours for immediate scheduling.
What payment methods are accepted?
We accept major credit cards, cash, and CareCredit financing. Payment is required at the time of service.
Do you offer post-visit follow-up?
Yes, our team regularly calls patients the day after appointments to check on pet recovery progress.
Reviews (7)
Dusty Perkey
Nov 02, 2021
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They are wonderful. myself and my pets have always bin treated very well. all the staff is great. and I do have a wild one that that deal with very well. God bless them all. they are all hard working. and treat everyone awesome .🙂🐈🐕
Criddle Lynn
Oct 30, 2021
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We've been going here over two years now after switching from Rainbow and couldn't be happier. Everyone we've met on staff have been so kind and wonderful with us and our two Tuxedo cats Tyrion Meowister and… Harley Quinn. Dr. Clauss has been so great with Harley during her spay and surgery to fix a hernia. I recommend Big Rock to everyone I know who is looking for Veterinary care! ❤❤
Sifu Dale
Sep 14, 2021
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Very kind and caring staff and doctor. They were able to get us in when others put us off for a month or longer. Unfortunately our visit ended up in our elderly golden retriever needing to be put to sleep- but only after a thorough evaluation and discussion of a of all of our options. For such a sad occasion, I cannot imagine anywhere else handling these difficult times with a more perfect balance of professionalism and compassion. They have earned our future business for our other two dogs and any that we may have in the future. .
Sarah Gifford Pascarella
Sep 11, 2021
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We decided to bring our pack here after a few sour experiences at a previous office. I am so glad we did! They take care of all of our babies- the senior, the scared, and the anxious. They are always patient,… kind and answer all of my questions. I also appreciate that they try to make suggestions if you are worried about cost. Thank you for all that you do! You probably do not hear that enough.
Noelle
Aug 29, 2021
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We take our dogs here. All the ladies that work there are really nice and professional from the Doctors to the vet techs and front desk people. It's also very clean. I will say, you pay a little more here than other places we've used in the past, but it's definitely worth the money for the care your pets get.
Katie
Aug 25, 2021
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We adopted out Strudel in March of 2020 and decided on big rock due to the great reviews and the reviews don't lie. We never questioned what the vet had to say and we saw all of them, we trusted them whole heartedly. We had quite the quirky dog and they learned how to best take care of her. We have recommended them to many of our family members. When they told us that she had cancer and we didn't have long, they did it in such a gentle way, even tho we saw it coming. When we had to put her to sleep, they made sure we had the time we needed. I would recommend this vet office to anyone.
Kathleen Hook
Aug 20, 2021
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Thank you ladies for being so good and caring with my little ivy. I had a great experience. The lady at the front desk named Kristen was especially affectionate with my little kitty.
