Veterinary Care with Answers, Options, and a team that listens. Good Medicine. Clearly Explained
Vital Vet Animal Hospital provides American Animal Hospital Association-accredited, Fear Free Certified veterinary care for dogs, cats, birds, reptiles and small mammals in Chesapeake, Virginia. From preventive care and same-day concerns to diagnostics, dentistry and surgery, we help you understand what is happening, what we recommend, and what comes next.
We're a passionate team of veterinary professionals and animal lovers dedicated to providing top-notch veterinary care. Our practice is more than just a veterinary clinic—it's a place where pets and their owners become part of our extended family.
Book an Appointment (757) 956-1110AAHA Accredited | Fear Free Certified | Locally Owned | Dogs, Cats & Exotics | Urgent Care | Surgery | Dentistry | Ultrasound
Species We Treat:What does your pet need today?
Start with the problem. We’ll help you figure out the next step.
You don’t need to know which veterinary service to book before calling us. Our services:
The Vital Vet Experience
Compassion. Collaboration. Community
Good medicine. Clearly explained.
We want you to understand what we found, what we recommend, why we recommend it, what your options are, and what happens next.You should never feel like you need a veterinary degree to participate in decisions about your pet. That is what we mean by collaborative care for every companion.
FEAR FREE Certified practice
Thoughtful handling, environment and individualized strategies to reduce fear, anxiety and stress during veterinary visits
AAHA-Accredited Care
Committed to standards of excellence
Diagnostics Under One Roof
Our in-house laboratory capabilities, cytology, digital X-ray and ultrasound allow us to investigate many medical concerns without automatically sending you somewhere else for answers.
Experienced people. Advanced training. Skills put to work.
Collaborative Decisions
Sometimes the right next step is bloodwork. Sometimes it is an X-ray, medication, surgery, referral or simply monitoring.
Join the Vital Vet Family
We’re passionate about what we do, and are committed to providing the highest quality care for your beloved companions. Our mission is to bring top-quality care to the pets and people of Hampton Roads, fostering a supportive and collaborative environment where your pet's well-being is our top priority.
Exceptional Veterinary Care in Chesapeake, VA
In 2025, Vital Vet Animal Hospital became both an AAHA-accredited veterinary hospital and a Fear Free Certified Veterinary Practice — a rare combination that reflects our commitment to advanced medicine and low-stress care for pets.
Every visit is designed to feel calm, collaborative, and compassionate because great veterinary care supports both your pet’s health and emotional well-being.
What Sets Vital Vet Apart
- Fear Free Certified Veterinary Practice
- AAHA-Accredited Animal Hospital
- Care for dogs, cats, and exotic pets
- Urgent care appointments available
- Surgery, dentistry, ultrasound, and diagnostics
- Payment plans available
- Locally owned, women-owned small business
We proudly serve Chesapeake and the Hampton Roads community with personalized veterinary care focused on communication, collaboration, and keeping pets healthy at every stage of life.
Compassion. Collaboration. Community.
That’s what makes us Vital.
Get in Touch
We invite you to experience the Vital Vet difference and become a part of our growing family. Contact us today to schedule an appointment.