Reviews

  • Provided expert service and showed a true passion for their work.
    They were very sweet with my new puppy. They provided expert service and showed a true passion for their work. I am a first time dog owner and they took the time to explain every little thing so I felt as comfortable as possible. I will be returning :)

    - Corey Whitener

  • The vets have always been very friendly
    I've been bringing my cat here for her 3 years and have always had a good experience. The people at the front desk are always really nice and the waiting room is clean. The vets have always been very friendly and made my cat feel as comfortable as possible. The drinks in the waiting room are a nice touch.

    - Grace Healey

  • Each and every staff member is friendly, professional, and caring.
    Loves me some Shirlington Animal Hospital! Each and every staff member is friendly, professional, and caring. I'm confident in the counsel they provide; and whenever my dog has been sick and needed attention, we've always been able to get a quick appointment. I couldn't recommend them more highly and am so happy to have them taking such great care of my best buddy!

    - Roberta Massiah

  • The doctors are incredibly nice, smart and capable
    Shirlington took wonderful care of my dog while we lived in Alexandria. They cared for her when she was a puppy and I am so glad we had such great care for our pup! The doctors are incredibly nice, smart and capable and don't rush visits. The vet techs love animals and the front office staff is very prompt and courteous. Would highly recommend to anyone!

    - Julianne Maston

  • Absolutely stellar vet - totally recommend
    Absolutely stellar vet - totally recommend. We brought our rescue dog in after 5 days of having him, and the staff was accommodating, kind, and took great care of him. Having such a great vet puts my mind at ease!

    - Jackie Beckwith

  • Staff was very friendly and understanding
    Very happy with the care that Shirlington Animal Hospital has taken with my dog, and with the friendliness and professionalism of the staff. I was especially happy with the dental cleaning performed on my dog (which they use anesthesia for)--it came with a steep price tag, but the service was phenomenal. My dog's teeth looked whiter than mine! It brought piece of mind, too, that this cleaning would help prevent any tooth decay/rotting that may cause my dog to lose teeth (either naturally or by removal).

    When I took my dog for his annual checkup, I also wasn't sold on any extra work that he didn't need. My dog is 12 years old, but at the end of the exam I was told that he is unusually healthy for his age and didn't need anything more than his vaccinations.

    Finally, I am very grateful that Shirlington Animal Hospital is flexible with work schedules. They have allowed me to drop him off when they open in the morning and keep him there until I get off work in the evening, without any extra charges. My dog is not easy to take care of, either, and I know on at least one occasion he defiled the entire floor of one room, yet the staff was very friendly and understanding.

    Would highly recommend Shirlington Animal Hospital!

    - Dash Dalyrmple

  • They genuinely care about my pets
    Shirlington Animal Hospital is incredible. The staff is so helpful and friendly. I know they genuinely care about my pets. My cat, Ella, has recently been ill. They got her in right away to observe her and give her medication. Dr. King has been in constant contact to check up on her and to listen to my questions and concerns. I’m overwhelmed by the personal care and attentiveness.

    - Kathryn Latham

  • Friendly staff, quality care, I always feel listened to and never rushed

    This place is awesome. Friendly staff, quality care, I always feel listened to and never rushed. I sincerely appreciate an effort to keep things as much on a budget as possible, all while providing excellent care. My dog is getting up there in years and we’ve had a few minor health issues in the last year. I’m so happy to find a vet that knows my dog, provides consistent continuity of care, and remembers the broad gist of his old man quirks without me having to reintroduce things every single time. I’ve mostly had appointments with Dr. Hergen, but had the chance to meet Dr. Snelgrove yesterday. Both are fabulous!

    - Laura Hammond

  • I would recommend them to anyone
    One of the best vet experienes I have had while traveling. Very friendly, professional patient and helpful vet and assistants. I travel TDY and I needed my dog needed shots updated and they took me in the same day and worked with my home vet to get him the shots he needed. I would recommend them to anyone. Best of all FREE PARKING!!!!

    - Pete Buscarello

  • Staff and treatment are not only excellent but compassionate and wonderful!!
    I only have a few words to say about their doctors, staff and treatment and those are not only excellent but compassionate and wonderful!! I live in the village close to them and they have been incredible!! What I think is one of their best traits is really knowing their clients including the actual pet. My almost 2 year old puppy has had some gastric issues and they are so good with him that when he sees where we are going no matter if he is feeling well or not- he gets an initial burst of energy! But I truly think the fact that the know him is so important because they know his personality and can tell right away that he is not well! It is so important to find a good match , just like humans but more importantly an animal since they can’t “talk” and we have found ours!!! And we are fortunate to live so close to them ! They are truly wonderful and you will not be disappointed! I have never be en there when anyone has been unhappy with their care.

    - Iyla Weiner

  • Very professional and courteous
    Vets are very professional and courteous, all the way from the reception area to the examination room and back. Throughout the entire process, the vets were understanding and gave my animals the best of care. Kudos to them for their excellent service and I would recommend this animal clinic to any and all pet owners.

    - Ed Oz

  • Excellent care for our 4 pets over the years.
    Every doctor we've worked with there has been fabulous. We were one of the first customers when they opened and have received excellent care for our 4 pets over the years. I've recommended this veterinarian to many pet owners already.

    - Joe Spytek

  • Staff knows my dog by name when we walk in
    I love that the staff knows my dog by name when we walk in. And it's a nice touch when you walk into your exam room and there's a sign welcoming your pet. Most of all, it's very nice when your pet has gone in for something non-routine (like a suspected fracture) and the vet follows up the next day with a personal phonecall to see how your pet is doing (people hospitals don't do this!)

    - Laura Dyckman

  • I’d HIGHLY recommend this animal hospital to any and everyone!!
    If you love & value your pet and want to ensure they get awesome care, bring your Fur Baby to this animal hospital!! They handled my baby with care not to mention, we were in & out in less than an hour. I was a former Banfield customer and the service & care provided were day & night, not to mention the prices weren’t too bad either.

    I’d HIGHLY recommend this animal hospital to any and everyone!!

    - Jacquelynn Brown

  • Nothing but a great experience for my dog and I
    Shirlington Animal hospital has been nothing but a great experience for my dog and I. My dog has super high anxiety when it comes to vet visits and the staff was more than happy for him and I to drop in everyday just so he got used to being in the vet office and getting the feeling that its a safe place. Its been over a year since I've been with them and he doesn't freak out when getting checked out anymore! Highly recommend

    - Michelle Arnold

  • Visiting Shirlington Animal Hospital doesn't feel like visiting the vet - it feels like visiting friends & family!
    Visiting Shirlington Animal Hospital doesn't feel like visiting the vet - it feels like visiting friends & family! My Guinness girl loves seeing (and kissing) everyone there - even when she had a severe skin infection and hurt to the touch, she kissed everyone she could reach with her tongue while being shaved & examined. Everyone there is very patient and kind with me, when I have questions, and they're incredibly thorough with their research, answers, and recommendations. They're amazing! Especially Dr. Hergen - who we followed here from her previous practice. I trust the staff and Dr. Hergen and know my pup is in great hands!

    - Gerylee M. Baron

  • Really great with animals and nervous owners too.
    Amazing group of people. Really great with animals and nervous owners too. I've seen two doctors here for my dog and both were fantastic. The rest of the staff is top notch. You can really tell they care. We're lucky to have them in our community.

    - Bart Gustafson

  • The staff was so loving and so kind and patient.
    Brought in Georgie for tapeworms and I was so nervous since it was our first visit and the staff was so loving and so kind and patient with her.

    - Ri Jana

  • I am a very happy customer and highly recommend them to anyone who's looking for the best care for their pet.
    I have had nothing but great experiences with the folks at Shirlington Animal Hospital since I started taking my dog there in October of 2015. It says something about the service they provide, when I see how excited and happy my dog is to go to the Vet and see everyone there. They provide loving tender care to all of their patients, and they give you sound advice on the best options for taking care of your pet. They don't just tell you to do what's most expensive, they give you all the information you need to make the best decision for you and your pet. I am a very happy customer and highly recommend them to anyone who's looking for the best care for their pet.

    - StClair David Williams Jr

  • Dr. Snelgrove and the entire team at SAH are phenomenal!
    Dr. Snelgrove and the entire team at SAH are phenomenal! We can't say enough wonderful things about Dr. Snelgrove's compassion for our sweet Golden; she is respectful of some of our breeder's specific guidance and takes her time to answer all of our questions so we feel fully informed. Even after we moved nearly an hour away, we drive back to see her; there is no one we would trust more! After our dog's recent neuter, she called to personally give me the update and sent a picture of one of the vet technicians cuddling him when he was coming out of anesthesia and upset. They are wonderful!!

    - Laura Mlynarski DeMartino