Since 1989, VETSS has been a trusted name in pet healthcare, serving the Charlottesville community with dedication, skill, and compassion. Now, we’re proud to announce our new name: Hollymead Veterinary Hospital.
This rebrand marks a thoughtful shift to better represent the care we provide today—urgent vet care and general practice services for dogs and cats. Rest assured, everything you know and trust about us remains the same. Our exceptional team, attentive service, and convenient location by the Charlottesville Airport are unchanged. You can still reach us at the same phone number, and our hours remain 8 am to 8 pm, seven days a week.
A New Name Reflecting Our Community & Core Values
The original VETSS —short for Veterinary Emergency Treatment Service & Specialty—was designed to focus on emergency and specialty care, responding to the critical needs of pets and their owners. Over the years, however, the landscape of veterinary care has transformed, and so have our services. As Hollymead Veterinary Hospital, we are dedicated to delivering urgent care and routine wellness for pets, guided by our core mission to empower pet owners with the knowledge to make informed decisions in a supportive environment that enhances the health, well-being, and happiness of pets and families alike.
Our name change to Hollymead Veterinary Hospital celebrates our deep-rooted connection to the community while preserving the principles our clients cherish. “Hollymead” speaks to our identity as a neighborhood hub where pets and families come for both trusted care and guidance. Though our look has changed, our hours, team, and community-centric approach remain steadfast. Clients can count on the same continuity of care that has defined us since 1989, delivered by our experienced veterinarians and support staff, and guided by our core values of Respect, Support, Collaboration, and Compassion.
Focused on Urgent & Preventative Care
With our shift to Hollymead Veterinary Hospital, we’ve enhanced our ability to support pets and their families through every stage of care—whether it’s urgent care when time matters most or routine wellness visits that keep pets thriving. Our hospital is equipped to meet these needs with advanced technology and a highly-tenured team. From our in-house lab to digital radiology, ultrasound, and more, our resources allow us to provide precise, timely care, giving pets the best chance for a swift recovery and continued wellness.
As we embark on this new chapter, we invite our clients—both longstanding and new—to join us in embracing Hollymead Veterinary Hospital. We look forward to continuing to earn your trust and to providing the reliable, compassionate care you’ve always known from us. Our goal is, and always will be, to deliver veterinary care that not only treats illness but supports a lifetime of health and happiness for the pets we serve.
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