VCA Wakefield Animal Hospital
Wakefield, Massachusetts
General Info
VCA Wakefield Animal Hospital is open for appointments seven days a week. The hospital offers a full range of general medical and surgical services for companion animals, including cats, dogs, birds, ferrets, rabbits, reptiles, and rodents (please call ahead to be sure an exotics vet is on duty). The hospital treats diseases and injuries, provides pharmaceutical products and pet foods, and offers a variety of pet wellness programs, including routine vaccinations, health examinations, diagnostic testing, neutering, and dental care. New: We now offer acupuncture by appointment! Please call us for more information.
VCA Wakefield Animal Hospital is an accredited member of the American Animal Hospital Association, an honor awarded to fewer than one in five veterinary hospitals. To maintain our accreditation, AAHA conducts regular inspections to ensure that we maintain the highest standards in patient care, diagnostics, housekeeping, and record-keeping. Our doctors and staff work hard to provide the very best in veterinary care, and we're proud that we passed our latest inspection with flying colors.
Team
Susan Gilmore
Veterinarian
Samantha Simonelli
Veterinarian
Christine Pelletier
Veterinarian
Emily Franquin
Veterinarian
Leah Goulart
Veterinarian
Mike Corcoran
Veterinarian
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Reviews
Nick Peloquin
15 Jul 2018
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I have a small lion head rabbit. we we'll continue to drive to this place as long as they're open for business. The drive is a little under an hour with traffic and worth every minute of grief on the ...
I have a small lion head rabbit. we we'll continue to drive to this place as long as they're open for business. The drive is a little under an hour with traffic and worth every minute of grief on the highway. They put up with my incessant questions and provide just enough hand holding to feel like I know what I'm doing when it comes to taking care of my rabbit.
Their pricing is reasonable and they offer everything a pet owner could need and then some. If you are in the area and need a vet. This is it folks.
Fanny Littmarck
13 Jul 2018
REPORT
Their staff is very knowledgeable when it comes to rabbits. We come here for check-ups, nail trims, and health issues/elder care. They take weekend appointments and in case of emergency, they can fit ...
Their staff is very knowledgeable when it comes to rabbits. We come here for check-ups, nail trims, and health issues/elder care. They take weekend appointments and in case of emergency, they can fit you in as well.
James Staudt
19 Jun 2018
REPORT
I have been going to this place for almost nine years with my dog. Fortunately, until last year my dog has been very healthy, and I was satisfied until my dog finally got sick last year.. Although t...
I have been going to this place for almost nine years with my dog. Fortunately, until last year my dog has been very healthy, and I was satisfied until my dog finally got sick last year.. Although they are friendly enough, I have grown weary of their tendency to run lots of unnecessary tests without making any effort to treat the sick animal. My dog now has a chronic intestinal inflamation and ulcers because, in my opinion, they waited weeks to treat my dog last year so that they could get me to spend about $700 on various tests that all came back inconclusive. I finally begged them to try something to help the poor dog who had lost 10 lbs (from 65 to 55) after being sick for about six weeks. At my insistence, instead of doing additional expensive testing that they recommended, they finally gave him an antibiotic and he was improved within a few days. Instead of waiting for weeks and selling me lots of tests, they could have tried the medicine right away while waiting for the results of the tests, and the poor dog would have felt better a lot sooner. On the other hand, they would not have sold quite as many tests. My poor dog still has a residual problem that occasionally flares up in a bad way as it recently did. A recent ultrasound showed that he doesn't have tumors, but likely has ulcers and now chronic intestinal inflamation. I realize that this is a business, but when your pet is sick VCA Wakefiled seems to be mainly focused on selling you on testing rather than treating the sick animal. Unfortunately, when I speak with friends who go to other vets, this appears to be an all too common practice.among vets (pushing the testing rather than treating the animal). It is a lousy business model that preys on suffering animals and worried pet owners. I'm very unhappy with VCA Wakefield, and I'd like to find a vet who actually has a practice of treating the animals rather than being in the business of mainly selling various tests. I'd give them VCA Wakefield one star except for the fact that this seems to be how most vets practice, at least according to friends of mine.
sailfan40
14 Jun 2018
REPORT
By far the best experience possible. The Doctors here care about their patients. The Techs are especially awesome. The care, the expertise of the office staff just incredible. No words to describe.
Yelsin Sepulveda
2 May 2018
REPORT
I have visited this location a total of three times. They wont answer a single question unless you make an appointment (e.i cuff up $100) regardless if it's just an owner seeking general pet care info...
I have visited this location a total of three times. They wont answer a single question unless you make an appointment (e.i cuff up $100) regardless if it's just an owner seeking general pet care info. Front end staff is polite, but the doctors and nurses themselfs are rude and lack empathy for owners. Overall, their priority seems to be profit and their public image imo.
Todd Every
6 Mar 2018
REPORT
Our Malamutes love their Veterinary services. Dr. Cruz is an amazing veterinarian! Been coming here since the dogs were pups. The dogs are never anxious and the techs know how to handle our breed of d...
Our Malamutes love their Veterinary services. Dr. Cruz is an amazing veterinarian! Been coming here since the dogs were pups. The dogs are never anxious and the techs know how to handle our breed of dog.
Molly Vedral
22 Feb 2018
REPORT
Incredibly kind and attentive staff. Family relocated to the area and needed a new clinic. Pleased with the vet, vet tech and office staff. Only reason I took a star off is they are much more expensiv...
Incredibly kind and attentive staff. Family relocated to the area and needed a new clinic. Pleased with the vet, vet tech and office staff. Only reason I took a star off is they are much more expensive than my previous vet office...for example used to pay $15 for a nail trim and they charge $26.50. I will continue to go here because I truly felt they provide good care but overall every vaccine and exam was more than what I have paid in past.
Colleen Mcduff
4 Feb 2018
REPORT
This place is wonderful - I wouldn't take my dog anywhere else. She's been going here since she was a puppy. They can always get her in & all the staff is amazing.
Yosselin Guzman
23 May 2017
REPORT
The staff were so wonderful and knowledgeable. They super friendly and accommodating. I have an exotic animal, Gorda the turtle, and finding a vet that could treat her burnt eye around my area was dif...
The staff were so wonderful and knowledgeable. They super friendly and accommodating. I have an exotic animal, Gorda the turtle, and finding a vet that could treat her burnt eye around my area was difficult.
The treatment she received was above an beyond my expectations! Gorda and I highly recommend them! Definitely a great environment for your pets to get the help they need! Awesome vet hospital
Paul Kelley
10 May 2017
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This is where we take our dog, great staff here. Parking is tight.
Donny Brewster
13 Apr 2017
REPORT
Nice staff they took very good care of my dog after he passed away and gave me all the time I needed to say goodbye
Jonathan Vargas
6 Apr 2017
REPORT
Lovely people. Very attentive. Sadly saw them at a time I had to put my pet down do to a terminal condition but they were very considerate and accommodating. I highly recommend going. Oh, the also loo...
Lovely people. Very attentive. Sadly saw them at a time I had to put my pet down do to a terminal condition but they were very considerate and accommodating. I highly recommend going. Oh, the also look after small animals like hamsters birds and exotics. Not every vet in the area does
Amy Reynolds
22 Feb 2017
REPORT
I had to bring a friend of mine with her deceased feline to properly have the remains preserved and we were treated excellently and compassionately by all staff members involved ! they made a very sad...
I had to bring a friend of mine with her deceased feline to properly have the remains preserved and we were treated excellently and compassionately by all staff members involved ! they made a very sad day into a somewhat bearable day great job everyone involved!
Jon Campbell
3 Feb 2017
REPORT
Always caring staff and vets.
Beatrice Ebalo
3 Dec 2016
REPORT
Love the staff here! Very friendly and helpful! Pet Doctors are the best here! Excellent care of my pets! My cat and cocktail love here too!
Stew Kelly
10 May 2016
REPORT
I cannot say enough wonderful things about the Wakefield Animal Hospital. As a family we had to make a very difficult decision about a 17-year-old member of our family. At no point did we feel anythin...
I cannot say enough wonderful things about the Wakefield Animal Hospital. As a family we had to make a very difficult decision about a 17-year-old member of our family. At no point did we feel anything but compassion and empathy from the staff, and Dr. Astrid Kruse in particular. Dr. Kruse gave her medical opinion, but at no point did we feel any pressure from her to follow her suggestion. She made sure our little buddy felt not even the slightest hint of pain throughout the process. And, in his final moments, he finally looked at peace. It was an incredibly difficult night, but the staff was amazing, and I highly recommend them to you and everyone you know. Thank you, Dr. Astrid, and the entire staff at the WAH. Rest in peace, Walter.
Stew Jenkins
10 May 2016
REPORT
I cannot say enough wonderful things about the Wakefield Animal Hospital. As a family we had to make a very difficult decision about a 17-year-old member of our family. At no point did we feel anythin...
I cannot say enough wonderful things about the Wakefield Animal Hospital. As a family we had to make a very difficult decision about a 17-year-old member of our family. At no point did we feel anything but compassion and empathy from the staff, and Dr. Astrid Kruse in particular. Dr. Kruse gave her medical opinion, but at no point did we feel any pressure from her to follow her suggestion. She made sure our little buddy felt not even the slightest hint of pain throughout the process. And, in his final moments, he finally looked at peace. It was an incredibly difficult night, but the staff was amazing, and I highly recommend them to you and everyone you know. Thank you, Dr. Astrid, and the entire staff at the WAH. Rest in peace, Walter.
WickedPist
1 Mar 2016
REPORT
Absolutely love this place. I was a tech for 6 years at other hospitals but now bring all my pets here because the service is so good. The doctors and staff are wonderful and caring, and you can tell ...
Absolutely love this place. I was a tech for 6 years at other hospitals but now bring all my pets here because the service is so good. The doctors and staff are wonderful and caring, and you can tell they all work in a fun environment. I've been to too many hospitals where the staff is just miserable- can't say enough about this place.
Quinn Sykes
18 Jan 2016
REPORT
Excellent vet. We've used them for our cats and dog. They have done everything form routine check-ups to surgery. They are very compassionate and quite skilled.
Joanne Kiley
15 Oct 2015
REPORT
My dog gets excellent, professional and thorough care here. The staff is very caring and kind. I'm a new dog mother and they are very patient with me as well! We participate in the CareClub and the...
My dog gets excellent, professional and thorough care here. The staff is very caring and kind. I'm a new dog mother and they are very patient with me as well! We participate in the CareClub and there are so many benefits to that I highly recommend it to everyone.
I really appreciate the follow up phone calls I get after a visit to see how my dog is doing.
Andrea L.
25 Jun 2015
REPORT
Best animal hospital around. I've had dogs (and other pets) my whole life. Never met such genuine, caring people when it comes to animals. I lost my 15 yr. old dog and was so touched by the support ...
Best animal hospital around. I've had dogs (and other pets) my whole life. Never met such genuine, caring people when it comes to animals. I lost my 15 yr. old dog and was so touched by the support they had. Especially my dog's vet there, just so thoughtful and caring. I won't ever go elsewhere as a result! I knew they understood. :) Also, not to mention how completely organized and easy it is to make appointments - they're super on top of everything, never had any issues. great confirmations of appointments for reminders, etc.
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(781) 245-0045
19 Main Street
Wakefield Massachusetts 01880
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Wakefield, Massachusetts
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General Info
VCA Wakefield Animal Hospital is open for appointments seven days a week. The hospital offers a full range of general medical and surgical services for companion animals, including cats, dogs, birds, ferrets, rabbits, reptiles, and rodents (please call ahead to be sure an exotics vet is on duty). The hospital treats diseases and injuries, provides pharmaceutical products and pet foods, and offers a variety of pet wellness programs, including routine vaccinations, health examinations, diagnostic testing, neutering, and dental care. New: We now offer acupuncture by appointment! Please call us for more information.
VCA Wakefield Animal Hospital is an accredited member of the American Animal Hospital Association, an honor awarded to fewer than one in five veterinary hospitals. To maintain our accreditation, AAHA conducts regular inspections to ensure that we maintain the highest standards in patient care, diagnostics, housekeeping, and record-keeping. Our doctors and staff work hard to provide the very best in veterinary care, and we're proud that we passed our latest inspection with flying colors.
Business Hours
Monday
08:00AM-20:00PM
Tuesday
08:00AM-20:00PM
Wednesday
08:00AM-20:00PM
Thursday
08:00AM-20:00PM
Friday
08:00AM-20:00PM
Saturday
08:00AM-16:00PM
Sunday
08:00AM-16:00PM
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Team
Susan Gilmore
Veterinarian
Samantha Simonelli
Veterinarian
Christine Pelletier
Veterinarian
Emily Franquin
Veterinarian
Leah Goulart
Veterinarian
Mike Corcoran
Veterinarian
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Reviews
Nick Peloquin
15 Jul 2018
I have a small lion head rabbit. we we'll continue to drive to this place as long as they're open for business. The drive is a little under an hour with traffic and worth every minute of grief on the ...
I have a small lion head rabbit. we we'll continue to drive to this place as long as they're open for business. The drive is a little under an hour with traffic and worth every minute of grief on the highway. They put up with my incessant questions and provide just enough hand holding to feel like I know what I'm doing when it comes to taking care of my rabbit.
Their pricing is reasonable and they offer everything a pet owner could need and then some. If you are in the area and need a vet. This is it folks.
Fanny Littmarck
13 Jul 2018
Their staff is very knowledgeable when it comes to rabbits. We come here for check-ups, nail trims, and health issues/elder care. They take weekend appointments and in case of emergency, they can fit ...
Their staff is very knowledgeable when it comes to rabbits. We come here for check-ups, nail trims, and health issues/elder care. They take weekend appointments and in case of emergency, they can fit you in as well.
James Staudt
19 Jun 2018
I have been going to this place for almost nine years with my dog. Fortunately, until last year my dog has been very healthy, and I was satisfied until my dog finally got sick last year.. Although t...
I have been going to this place for almost nine years with my dog. Fortunately, until last year my dog has been very healthy, and I was satisfied until my dog finally got sick last year.. Although they are friendly enough, I have grown weary of their tendency to run lots of unnecessary tests without making any effort to treat the sick animal. My dog now has a chronic intestinal inflamation and ulcers because, in my opinion, they waited weeks to treat my dog last year so that they could get me to spend about $700 on various tests that all came back inconclusive. I finally begged them to try something to help the poor dog who had lost 10 lbs (from 65 to 55) after being sick for about six weeks. At my insistence, instead of doing additional expensive testing that they recommended, they finally gave him an antibiotic and he was improved within a few days. Instead of waiting for weeks and selling me lots of tests, they could have tried the medicine right away while waiting for the results of the tests, and the poor dog would have felt better a lot sooner. On the other hand, they would not have sold quite as many tests. My poor dog still has a residual problem that occasionally flares up in a bad way as it recently did. A recent ultrasound showed that he doesn't have tumors, but likely has ulcers and now chronic intestinal inflamation. I realize that this is a business, but when your pet is sick VCA Wakefiled seems to be mainly focused on selling you on testing rather than treating the sick animal. Unfortunately, when I speak with friends who go to other vets, this appears to be an all too common practice.among vets (pushing the testing rather than treating the animal). It is a lousy business model that preys on suffering animals and worried pet owners. I'm very unhappy with VCA Wakefield, and I'd like to find a vet who actually has a practice of treating the animals rather than being in the business of mainly selling various tests. I'd give them VCA Wakefield one star except for the fact that this seems to be how most vets practice, at least according to friends of mine.
sailfan40
14 Jun 2018
By far the best experience possible. The Doctors here care about their patients. The Techs are especially awesome. The care, the expertise of the office staff just incredible. No words to describe.
Yelsin Sepulveda
2 May 2018
I have visited this location a total of three times. They wont answer a single question unless you make an appointment (e.i cuff up $100) regardless if it's just an owner seeking general pet care info...
I have visited this location a total of three times. They wont answer a single question unless you make an appointment (e.i cuff up $100) regardless if it's just an owner seeking general pet care info. Front end staff is polite, but the doctors and nurses themselfs are rude and lack empathy for owners. Overall, their priority seems to be profit and their public image imo.
Todd Every
6 Mar 2018
Our Malamutes love their Veterinary services. Dr. Cruz is an amazing veterinarian! Been coming here since the dogs were pups. The dogs are never anxious and the techs know how to handle our breed of d...
Our Malamutes love their Veterinary services. Dr. Cruz is an amazing veterinarian! Been coming here since the dogs were pups. The dogs are never anxious and the techs know how to handle our breed of dog.
Molly Vedral
22 Feb 2018
Incredibly kind and attentive staff. Family relocated to the area and needed a new clinic. Pleased with the vet, vet tech and office staff. Only reason I took a star off is they are much more expensiv...
Incredibly kind and attentive staff. Family relocated to the area and needed a new clinic. Pleased with the vet, vet tech and office staff. Only reason I took a star off is they are much more expensive than my previous vet office...for example used to pay $15 for a nail trim and they charge $26.50. I will continue to go here because I truly felt they provide good care but overall every vaccine and exam was more than what I have paid in past.
Colleen Mcduff
4 Feb 2018
This place is wonderful - I wouldn't take my dog anywhere else. She's been going here since she was a puppy. They can always get her in & all the staff is amazing.
Yosselin Guzman
23 May 2017
The staff were so wonderful and knowledgeable. They super friendly and accommodating. I have an exotic animal, Gorda the turtle, and finding a vet that could treat her burnt eye around my area was dif...
The staff were so wonderful and knowledgeable. They super friendly and accommodating. I have an exotic animal, Gorda the turtle, and finding a vet that could treat her burnt eye around my area was difficult.
The treatment she received was above an beyond my expectations! Gorda and I highly recommend them! Definitely a great environment for your pets to get the help they need! Awesome vet hospital
Paul Kelley
10 May 2017
This is where we take our dog, great staff here. Parking is tight.
Donny Brewster
13 Apr 2017
Nice staff they took very good care of my dog after he passed away and gave me all the time I needed to say goodbye
Jonathan Vargas
6 Apr 2017
Lovely people. Very attentive. Sadly saw them at a time I had to put my pet down do to a terminal condition but they were very considerate and accommodating. I highly recommend going. Oh, the also loo...
Lovely people. Very attentive. Sadly saw them at a time I had to put my pet down do to a terminal condition but they were very considerate and accommodating. I highly recommend going. Oh, the also look after small animals like hamsters birds and exotics. Not every vet in the area does
Amy Reynolds
22 Feb 2017
I had to bring a friend of mine with her deceased feline to properly have the remains preserved and we were treated excellently and compassionately by all staff members involved ! they made a very sad...
I had to bring a friend of mine with her deceased feline to properly have the remains preserved and we were treated excellently and compassionately by all staff members involved ! they made a very sad day into a somewhat bearable day great job everyone involved!
Jon Campbell
3 Feb 2017
Always caring staff and vets.
Beatrice Ebalo
3 Dec 2016
Love the staff here! Very friendly and helpful! Pet Doctors are the best here! Excellent care of my pets! My cat and cocktail love here too!
Stew Kelly
10 May 2016
I cannot say enough wonderful things about the Wakefield Animal Hospital. As a family we had to make a very difficult decision about a 17-year-old member of our family. At no point did we feel anythin...
I cannot say enough wonderful things about the Wakefield Animal Hospital. As a family we had to make a very difficult decision about a 17-year-old member of our family. At no point did we feel anything but compassion and empathy from the staff, and Dr. Astrid Kruse in particular. Dr. Kruse gave her medical opinion, but at no point did we feel any pressure from her to follow her suggestion. She made sure our little buddy felt not even the slightest hint of pain throughout the process. And, in his final moments, he finally looked at peace. It was an incredibly difficult night, but the staff was amazing, and I highly recommend them to you and everyone you know. Thank you, Dr. Astrid, and the entire staff at the WAH. Rest in peace, Walter.
Stew Jenkins
10 May 2016
I cannot say enough wonderful things about the Wakefield Animal Hospital. As a family we had to make a very difficult decision about a 17-year-old member of our family. At no point did we feel anythin...
I cannot say enough wonderful things about the Wakefield Animal Hospital. As a family we had to make a very difficult decision about a 17-year-old member of our family. At no point did we feel anything but compassion and empathy from the staff, and Dr. Astrid Kruse in particular. Dr. Kruse gave her medical opinion, but at no point did we feel any pressure from her to follow her suggestion. She made sure our little buddy felt not even the slightest hint of pain throughout the process. And, in his final moments, he finally looked at peace. It was an incredibly difficult night, but the staff was amazing, and I highly recommend them to you and everyone you know. Thank you, Dr. Astrid, and the entire staff at the WAH. Rest in peace, Walter.
WickedPist
1 Mar 2016
Absolutely love this place. I was a tech for 6 years at other hospitals but now bring all my pets here because the service is so good. The doctors and staff are wonderful and caring, and you can tell ...
Absolutely love this place. I was a tech for 6 years at other hospitals but now bring all my pets here because the service is so good. The doctors and staff are wonderful and caring, and you can tell they all work in a fun environment. I've been to too many hospitals where the staff is just miserable- can't say enough about this place.
Quinn Sykes
18 Jan 2016
Excellent vet. We've used them for our cats and dog. They have done everything form routine check-ups to surgery. They are very compassionate and quite skilled.
Joanne Kiley
15 Oct 2015
My dog gets excellent, professional and thorough care here. The staff is very caring and kind. I'm a new dog mother and they are very patient with me as well! We participate in the CareClub and the...
My dog gets excellent, professional and thorough care here. The staff is very caring and kind. I'm a new dog mother and they are very patient with me as well! We participate in the CareClub and there are so many benefits to that I highly recommend it to everyone.
I really appreciate the follow up phone calls I get after a visit to see how my dog is doing.
Andrea L.
25 Jun 2015
Best animal hospital around. I've had dogs (and other pets) my whole life. Never met such genuine, caring people when it comes to animals. I lost my 15 yr. old dog and was so touched by the support ...
Best animal hospital around. I've had dogs (and other pets) my whole life. Never met such genuine, caring people when it comes to animals. I lost my 15 yr. old dog and was so touched by the support they had. Especially my dog's vet there, just so thoughtful and caring. I won't ever go elsewhere as a result! I knew they understood. :) Also, not to mention how completely organized and easy it is to make appointments - they're super on top of everything, never had any issues. great confirmations of appointments for reminders, etc.
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