Kittanning Veterinary Hospital is a full-service veterinary medical facility, providing small and large animal care. The professional and courteous staff at Kittanning Veterinary Hospital seeks to provide the best medical, surgical, and dental care possible for our highly-valued patients. We are committed to promoting responsible pet ownership, preventative health care, and health-related educational opportunities for our clients.
Please take a moment to contact us today. Learn how Kittanning Veterinary Hospital can serve the needs of you and your cherished pet.
Please take a moment to contact us today. Learn how Kittanning Veterinary Hospital can serve the needs of you and your cherished pet.
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Kittanning Veterinary Hospital was founded by Dr. Robert Lash in 1963 in his own home! Dr. Lash was the sole veterinarian until 1970, when he hired his first partner, Dr. Gabriel Durkac. Together, Drs. Lash and Durkac offered small and large animal veterinary medical services for Kittanning and the surrounding area.
At Kittanning Veterinary Hospital, we believe in the concept of preventative care. A number of diseases and conditions can be prevented with regular veterinary care, and some diseases are more successfully treated with early diagnosis and intervention. Throughout your pet's life, we encourage regular health examinations by a doctor, and we will develop a vaccination schedule based on individual risks.
Just like us, our pets can get sick sometimes, too. At those times, Kittanning Veterinary Hospital has a number of tools that can quickly provide results, and assist with diagnosing your pet's condition. Our veterinarians and technicians examine samples under the microscope for parasites, abnormal cells, or bacteria.
Prior to any surgery, we will perform a complete physical examination. We recommend pre-anesthetic blood work to ensure your pet's kidneys and liver can process the drugs. Based on your pet's physical condition and procedure planned, we then create an anesthetic plan. We have a number of drugs to choose from, to provide the safest anesthetic event possible.
Just like humans, dogs and cats need regular dental care that includes at-home maintenence, regular professional cleanings, and oral health examinations. Dental disease doesn't just affect oral and tooth health, it can cause disease in other organs, including the heart, kidneys, and liver. In order to perform a complete oral health procedure (OHP) safely and painlessly, your pet will require general anesthesia.
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Nikole Thompson
Dec 28, 2021
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Mark Walter
Dec 05, 2021
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Jeanette Stitt
Oct 28, 2021
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Sherrie McCommon Montgomery
Oct 27, 2021
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Amy Tarr
Oct 23, 2021
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Dr was very nice, and informative. From desk staff was a little eh, seemed mean and like they hated their jobs.
really love Dr Gefert. she's is very kind and compassionate.
however the vet tech Christy is awful.
once I stated I didn't believe in terminating a pregnancy and that we had planned on breeding our animals the conversation should have stopped.
it got to the point that I had to tell her to leave the room.
we will be going back she will never touch our animals again.
really love Dr Gefert. she's is very kind and compassionate.
however the vet tech Christy is awful.
once I stated I didn't believe in terminating a pregnancy and that we had planned on breeding our animals the conversation should have stopped.
it got to the point that I had to tell her to leave the room.
we will be going back she will never touch our animals again.
Carl Eagan
Sep 26, 2021
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Dan & Tammy Dziagwa
Aug 21, 2021
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Lisa J.
Aug 16, 2021
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I came here because they have the ability to do an Ultrasound for my cat. They refused to do it - it would have saved me a good deal of money (as opposed to having it done in Pittsburgh). I saw Dr. Meleason - he gave me medicine for my cat to treat her symptoms of throwing up - but, did not go into why she was throwing up. It helped her - but, also caused diarrhea. Their answer is/was to refer her to a "specialist" in Pittsburgh. My coming here was a total waste of my time and very frustrating. I am now going back to a Vet in Pittsburgh and to a "Specialist". . . I found this
Gerald Walters
Aug 03, 2021
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Jennifer Morgan Smith
Jul 22, 2021
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Took my pups in for their vaccinations. I thought all was good and they sent me on my way with their updated records. I went to kennel them today for a trip to find out they didn't give one of the required vaccinations to my one pup. When I called the office to ask about the current status, the person was so rude. I asked if I could come in the… morning for them to administer the shot so I didn't have to cancel an entire trip and she said nope, not for another month. One shot. That's it. Big NO and I've been taking my pets there for YEARS. So disappointed in how this was handled. Needless
John Ferderbar
Jun 26, 2021
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Linda Hoesch
May 05, 2021
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Could not have been happier with the quick response and excellent care my difficult mare received when she had an injury that required stitches. Could not have happened at a worse time, but Dr. Israel was calm, patient and handled her with the best care. I am so grateful for all he did for her and look forward to a quick recovery as a result.
Bonnie Lynn
Mar 24, 2021
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Toni M.
Dec 01, 2020
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It really pains me to write this especially during covid times. My dog is 3 years old and the first 2 years we could not be more satisfied with the services! Well not any longer my poor pup was in horrible discomfort for months and they did nothing to help him. And would not see him to help with his allergies for months. After calling multiple times to get rude replies and no help We went to a new vet for my pup to be able to get on medication and be ok! So disappointing because we drove almost an hr here.
Kim Schneider
Aug 05, 2020
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Debbi N. Dave Reefer
May 05, 2020
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Kittanning Veterinary Hospital has been keeping our pets healthy and happy for almost 20 years. The doctors and techs are top notch and always go above and beyond. They've been a godsend to us so many times over the years and we appreciate them more than they can ever imagine. Our county is so fortunate to have such an excellent veterinary practice.
Rachelle Winters
Apr 26, 2020
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So thankful for them as yesterday we had to put are little doggie down. They were so great especially during this trying time with the pandemic and having to do this to your beloved animal. thank you so much and to the worker that said I wish I could give you a hug! thank you us huggers are having a hard time through all this. Thanks a million!!
Tammy Peluso
Apr 21, 2020
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Shannon C.
Jun 09, 2019
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After being told to bring our dog in for surgery at 7 AM, and that could call at 2:30 to see how she was, we we're told that they were just taking her back for surgery. My dog sat in a cage for 7 hours during which they sedated her because she was upset in the cage. When we questioned this procedure the reply was very snotty and we were told that it was explained to us already. It was never explained that they would leave her sedated in a cage for 7 hours. If so, we wouldn't have agreed to the procedure. When we told them that we wanted the records and we wouldn't be back
David J.
Nov 23, 2018
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I had taken my pets (3 dogs, 2 cats) to KVH for years but my latest encounter was my last. I took my teacup poodle in because I believed she had lymes. After several tests, ($160 bill) they couldn't "really" tell me what was wrong with her, so they gave me antibiotics and pain pills and sent me home.
When I paid the bill, I told the ladies there I thought the prices were ridiculous; they're comment to me; "other vets charge more".
I lost my best friend Toby to this hospital because they didn't diagnose and treat him properly when he DID have
When I paid the bill, I told the ladies there I thought the prices were ridiculous; they're comment to me; "other vets charge more".
I lost my best friend Toby to this hospital because they didn't diagnose and treat him properly when he DID have
