Herndon Animal Medical Center

I can't say enough good things. Wonderful attention, kind front office and vets. Helpful, knowledgeable, and affordable. They helped advise me on how best to take care of my cat who was old, really ill, and on his last leg making it much easier for me to handle a hard situation. Definitely recommend. Read Less

I have been taking my dog Clover to HAMC for almost 2 years, primarily to Dr. Baxter but also to Dr. Gutowski. The vets and the staff are awesome, very personable and helpful. They've helped Clover with everything from anxiety to wou (it's been an interesting couple of years) and have been very honest about pros and cons of treatment options, presenting choices rather than pushing the most aggressive approach. Honestly though, I knew this place was a keeper when they called me after our first appointment to let me know they had mistakenly ordered a test that had already been done by the rescue vet, and were crediting the cost back to my account. Another place could easily have let it slide. Read Less

My experience here since our pup came home in December 2017 has been nothing short of awesome. Everyone-- reception, techs, vets-- have been professional, joyful, and truly care about your fur baby. Dr. Giaimuccio is very patient in answering all my questions and concerns as a first time fur mom. Even when my pup was driving everyone nuts and fretting about her vaccinations, Dr. G patiently tried several different ways to get my pup to settle down. The technicians (Cathy and another really nice girl whose name I can't remember) are all super friendly. When the pup wasn't feeling well and was trembling hours after her lepto vaccination, Cathy took the question to the vet and called me right back with the remedy. Pup was lethargic but the trembling went away soon after. Claudia who has been at the front desk for most of my visits is a joy. Her smiling face and enthusiasm for my small pup makes me look forward to visiting. Aside from the awesome folks here at HAMC, pricing seems reasonable and parking is easy.  There's never a long wait before the appointment either I like at human doctors offices. I definitely recommend this place for all your vet needs! Read Less

Very nice, pet friendly, courteous and efficient staff. The place is very clean, with sufficient parking and appointments are pretty easily available. Also prices are fair and reasonable. I took our dog there because they have a USDA certified vet, which is required for the process of exporting a dog overseas. One of the staff members had also shipped her dog twice, and it was a bonus to hear of her personal experience. I would definitely recommend this vetinary practice. Read Less

The folks here are wonderful. We were two new patients- sick patients, that got in that morning and were seen immediately. Our pets were not at their best behavior unfortunately, but everyone from the office manager to the vet tech and Dr. Giaimuccio were so calm and understanding. We will definitely keep coming back. Thanks again! Read Less

We've been taking our cats here since we moved to the Reston/Herndon area over a year ago and I couldn't be more pleased with the service. Dr. Galatti is wonderful. He treats our pets as if they are his own and does everything he can to make them comfortable. He's very patient when we ask questions and always makes sure we are well informed before we leave the exam room. The rest of the staff have always been a pleasure to interact with as well!We will be moving out of state in a couple of weeks and will sincerely miss Dr. Galatti and his staff. We couldn't be more grateful for the services we've received during our time here. For those of you looking for an excellent veterinarian, look no further than Dr. Galatti at Herndon Animal Medical Center. You won't be disappointed! Read Less

This place is pretty great. I raised my Shiba pup, Piper, and they've been with me every step of the way. They are always on top of making sure that your pet has the proper medication and scheduling for appointments is rarely an issue.Pricing is a little bit high on some things, like spaying, but for the most part it's pretty fair.They also use VitusVet, which is a fairly useful app. If you're looking for a solid vet, I highly recommend Herndon Animal Medical Center. Read Less

Dr. Janna Giaimuccio is absolutely hands down the most fantastic vet and I would highly recommend her for your animals if you care a lot about them. It's very obvious she cares for the well being of her furry patients and their parents. She has helped guide me to finding the best treatment for both of my dogs who needed proper care. She also is so patient and willing to answer any questions you have and she takes the time to help you understand what your pet is going through. She's incredible. No doubt about it! And she's on top of her game. I highly recommend her to be the vet of your pets too!!! :)Read Less

Dr Galatti is the kindest most knowledgeable vet I have known.  Since I used to volunteer in rescue that means I have experienced a lot of vet care.  I want a lot of detail and he gives me that.  My one cat was very scared yesterday during our appointment and he managed to not only get her through he got her to be pretty relaxed.  He has a soft voice and a caring touch.  He will get on the floor if he needs to.  I hope he never leaves because I would have to follow him.  Great practice I like Dr Gutkowski too.  Office staff is also wonderful. Read Less

Great veterinarian office, the vets here seem to really care. They sit down on the floor with your dog and really listen to what you have to say, taking the time to go through the entire medical record and being super proactive. They don't push a lot of products at you, and were happy to recommend alternatives and/or cheaper ways to get what was needed. Overall impression, these people are well educated, empathetic, down to earth, and take a lot of care in their work. Read Less

Great care for my dog and I love the children's corner so my toddler was busy and I could speak to the doctor. The staff is always helpful and calm. When I came in with my dog bleeding, my toddler and my hands totally full, both the nurses and doctor helped me carry things and made the experience easy when it could have been stressful. they understand your pet is apart of your family and treat you with compassion. Read Less

Best vet practice EVER. I foster rescued Savannah cats so I have all kinds of troubling things to deal with. Every interaction with Herndon Animal Medical Center has been amazing. The quality of care is absolutely superior, and best of all, they really, really care about you and your pets. Would trust them with any situation, and we've been through a lot together. You won't find a better place to take your beloved furbabies if you want to KNOW they are in great hands. Read Less

The best veterinarian practice I have ever went to. My dog had reached the end of her time and we were both treated so well. It's not a pleasant event, but Herndon Animal Medical Center made it one of peace. I can't recommend them enough. They have true hearts for the animals they care for.Read Less

I cannot say thank you enough to the entire staff at Herndon Animal Medical Center. Today, I had to make the hard decision of putting my almost 16 year old companion dog to sleep. Not only were they kind, caring and understanding of the situation but they also made me feel like my pup dog matter by lighting two candles in the lobby in his honor. Putting my pup dog to sleep was the hardest decision I have ever made and they made the processes much easier giving me plenty of time to say goodbye and making me feel that they truly cared by lighting the candles. That one small gesture made a WORLD of difference. As long as I am in the area I will ALWAYS bring my animals to them. I am eternally grateful to the entire staff. Read Less

A vet like many others. They were able to take care of everything my cat needed very quickly. I was early for the appointment but as soon as I finished the paperwork, they took us into the exam room. The doctor was very talkative but gave me more information rather than too little. He didn't try to sell us on any treatments in particular and just gave very objective assessments about the different conditions that brought us in. Pricing was about what I expected although this is the first animal I've been financially responsible for so I have a feeling this was on the expensive end. However when it came to doing some additional testing later, they saved us money by making sure we did the focus tests rather than the general tests again. On a side note, parking sucked but that's not uncommon here in Herndon. Read Less

The vets and staff at HAMC are excellent. I have been using HAMC for 15 years and the care and concern they show for my dogs and for me is superb. Professional, caring, and attentive to my dogs' needs and to mine. They love the animals in their care and listen carefully to my needs and wants as an owner. Highly highly recommend to everyone! Read Less

In order for me to take time out and write about it, a business has to impress me strongly in a positive or negative manner Too many times it seems that I stop to write negative ones. Luckily that is not the case here. If you want the absolute best care for your pet, then you shouldn't look anywhere else but here. We found this practice well over a year ago after numerous negative experiences at Banfield. We wanted a neighborhood vet, a staff that would get to know us and more importantly our dog. HAMC was exactly that kind of place; during our very first visit the doctor who saw us took the time during the exam to get to know us as parents, and to get to know our dog too. Playing with him, giving him treats, never pushing him when he was uncomfortable. It was the kind of care we were looking for. This type of attention and love continued as we returned for exams and check up's and saw the other doctors on staff (three in total). The staff there was ALWAYS friendly, courteous and professional with us. Their treatment of our dog mirrored our own, so much that within a few months of us switching vets he would get excited to see them whenever we visited....think about that for a minute; a dog was happy to go to the vet? Yeah, it shocked us too. But it was telling of the type of care he received there and the love/patience they showed him. Fast-forward to a few months ago. Our dog was facing a life-threatening condition that had sprung up very unexpectedly, we rushed him to an ER facility in another area of Fairfax where we we're told he would not survive the day. We waited for HMAC to open, quickly grabbed our dog a rushed over there. If he was going to pass away then we wanted the best care for him and we wanted him to be with family. Needless to say, the staff here gave our little guy much of the same diagnoses that we received at the ER facility but told us that they were going to do everything they could to save him. And that they did. He lived for another nine precious days after his diagnoses, he received the absolute best care he could have during that time and towards the end even started to make a rebound, but the damage to his organs were just too serve and so we had to say goodbye. It was that "saying goodbye" that moved us...They grieved with my wife and I like it was one of their own, the entire staff did. They showed us compassion, love and concerned the likes of which neither one of us had seen from any kind of medical staff (animal or human). It was an experience hard to put into words and I think only a pet parent who's has lost their companion can relate to. The staff there made us feel like family, and we felt better knowing that our dog's last week or so was spent with people who loved him and cared about him as much as we do. We will always consider this staff as extended family, and will be returning back there (and there only) one day when we get our next dog.Read Less

Our cats past and present have been patients at this practice for a total of nearly 30 years. Our two cats Newt and Ripley lived 22 and 18 years respectively and even tested positive for feline leukemia when we found them as tiny kittens. The doctors, techs, and staff have never once let us down in both simple and complicated situations, emergencies and non. My next pair of tiny kittens who are now 7-years-old, and a third kitten who showed up this past winter are patients here now. We have loved every veterinarian we've seen at Herndon Animal Medical Center. One of my cats is actually in love with Dr. Giaimuccio. He demands that she hold him in her arms and hug him! I highly recommend this place. The prices are competitive for this area (yes, pricey, but we live in Northern Virginia). We miss Dr. Barry and hope she is having a wonderful retirement.Read Less

After Dr. Barry sold the practice, the place went to hell in a handbasket. I had been taking my dogs here for almost 20 years. I will take them no more. One of the "vets" actually told me that my protective Great Dane was aggressive and should be put down. Fortunately, one of the vet techs who had been there a while and who knew me gave me the names of some trainers. I took my dog there and was told that he is, indeed, protective and that the "vet" never should have told me to put him down. If I could have rated this with no stars, I would have gladly done so. Read Less

We have been coming to the Herndon Animal Medical Center for 25 years. The doctors and staff couldn't be nicer. The level of care they put into each of their clients pets is really remarkable. our dog Dillon looks forward to his visits. Keep up the good work guys. The Lambdins xxoo Read Less

We've been clients for over 25 years.  They have cared for both, our cats and our dog.  We have always received exceptional care.  In spite of new vets coming in as others retired, they have managed to maintain a consistently high standard of care.  They have always looked to attain the highest quality of the life for our pets while being sensitive to our desires and expectations.  You can't go wrong having them as your veterinary service. Read Less

HAMC is EXCELLENT. The staff is like family -- all of them so loving to my doggies. Thank you HAMC for your excellence in veterinarian medicine and just as importantly, your caring approach to every animal who comes through your door. Read Less

I just have to write in again!! I've just had both of my senior dogs in for check-ups today and last Friday...Thank you, all of you, for taking such good care of us!! THANK YOU Dr. Gutowski! If only my internist would spend as much time with me as you did with my boys!! I appreciate your care, concern and education. I'm truly thankful. Love....Hunter, BB & me!!! Read Less

My family has been taking our cat and two dogs to Herndon Animal Medical Center for 15 years. The doctors and front desk staff are always friendly and timely. This office goes above and beyond to take care of your pets. Recently my old kitty suddenly died of a brain tumor. We had seen the vet earlier in the day and she diagnosed that our kitty likely had a brain tumor. She gave us her card and told us we could call her in the event of the dreaded midnight emergency...which of course occurred around 10pm later that night. She drove 30 minutes to our house to put our kitty to sleep. We cannot express how grateful we are for the compassion shown by this office. Losing an animal is always a mess without a late night trip to the emergency animal hospital....a tragic experience in itself. As for the earlier comment about this office "ripping them off". The food the doctor was prescribing was likely a PRESCRIPTION dog or cat food. This means you cannot purchase the food at other locations for cheaper. They are all expensive and about the same price anywhere. Also, when the doctor diagnosed our cat with a brain tumor she could have insisted on invasive blood tests and x-rays to verify, but instead she acknowledged our kitty was old and beyond treatment and held off. We discovered that her diagnoses was correct later that night when other symptoms surfaced. Overall she made a painful and expensive ordeal much less painful and expensive.Read Less

This place was more like a sales pitch than an animal clinic. It seems every question I had was seized upon by the doctors to make more money (i.e. purchase their brand of dog food rather than just tell me what to buy on our own terms). In addition, I waited 20 minutes after my scheduled time to see the first doctor and then half an hour while they goofed off behind the door. The front desk was very helpful and courteous but the main doctor was always trying to make money off us. Read Less