Anyone can have a job, but we have a passion. Our mission, at Holden Veterinary Clinic, is to enhance the human animal bond through progressive, compassionate veterinary care. We are committed to preventive medicine, to client education, and to constant furthering of our education, so that we may continue to bring modern medical and surgical techniques to our patients.
Be sure to check out our special offers and pricing for the products and care your pet needs most! We sincerely appreciate when you trust us enough to recommend to your friends, family, and neighbors that they too bring their pets to our clinic. Your pet is an important part of your family, and when he or she is ill, you want the best medical care available.
Be sure to check out our special offers and pricing for the products and care your pet needs most! We sincerely appreciate when you trust us enough to recommend to your friends, family, and neighbors that they too bring their pets to our clinic. Your pet is an important part of your family, and when he or she is ill, you want the best medical care available.
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The Holden Veterinary Clinic team would like to welcome you to our site and our hospital. We hope that it will give you some insight into our commitment to caring for our clients and patients. Since that day, the Holden Veterinary Clinic has been known for excellent medical and surgical care in the Holden area.
I am Catherine Claunch, a 2013 graduate of the University of Florida College of Veterinary Medicine. Since finishing vet school, she has worked in both Orlando, Florida as well as Whitinsville, Massachusettes. I am Danielle Friend, a 1995 graduate of the Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine.
Your pet is an important part of your family, and when he or she is ill, you want the best medical care available. An annual package of services that includes the optimal preventive health care services that your pet needs. For After Hour Emergencies, Please Contact Fosters Small Animal Hospital at Tufts University: 508-839-5395.
In addition to our full-service veterinary offerings, we have even more services for anything you and your pet may need. Microchipping has become a very popular and safe way to identify your pet permanently and you as the owner in the unfortunate case that your pet is lost. Microchipping involves placement of a small electronic chip the size and shape of a piece of rice just under the skin in the neck area.
Please note that this is only a request, someone from our office will contact you shortly to confirm a date and time for your appointment. For New Patients, please allow an additional 10 to 15 minutes prior to your appointment to create a medical record and patient file. For After Hour Emergencies, Please Contact Fosters Small Animal Hospital at Tufts University: 508-839-5395.
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Bonnie Colon
Oct 01, 2021
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Donna Wallace
Oct 01, 2021
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Christine Nahkala
Sep 21, 2021
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Stefanie Sawyer
Sep 13, 2021
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Everyone is very friendly and professional. However, getting into this place is what I imagine its like getting into the White House. I can understand extra precautions due to covid, but they are extreme here. You call from the parking lot, are told someone will call you back (which takes at least 5-10 mins), then that person asks you a ton of questions, after which is more waiting in the parking lot and then finally a tech comes out to bring you in. I spent an obscene amount of money on my dog at her first visit here. Again, the staff is very nice, friendly, and knowledgeable. My 3 stars is more
Barbara Hazen
Aug 02, 2021
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You were literally a God send on my darkest day. I will be forever grateful for your willingness to see me, for the professionalism and the care you provided my little pup. Not to mention the reassurance you instilled that everything would be okay. From the girls at the front desk to the intake and the incredible knowledge of Dr. Claunch -- it was, by-far, one of the best experiences I have had with a veterinary clinic. I am truly blessed to be a client and will never look further.
Kimberly Amato
Jul 14, 2021
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I initially chose Holden Vet Clinic because after calling 3 other clinics, they were able to get my newly adopted kittens in for a wellness visit the fastest (3 weeks instead of 2.5 mos!). When we went for our visit, I loved the "family owned" feel and service so much more than the VCA clinic I've taken my pets to for the past 25 years. They have good COVID protocols and allow one pet parent in for visits, but also offer curbside if you prefer.
The staff was friendly and helpful, and the energy in the clinic was calm, warm, and welcoming, not hectic and sterile feeling. After meeting Dr. Casey
The staff was friendly and helpful, and the energy in the clinic was calm, warm, and welcoming, not hectic and sterile feeling. After meeting Dr. Casey
Alexis King
Jun 21, 2021
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Positive: Professionalism, Quality, Reliability, Responsiveness, Value
Dr. Friend was so helpful and attentive during my first visit with my fur babies. She took the time to research my dog's rare-ish condition, and sent me reading material so I could learn what she was learning. I really appreciated that kind of extra attention. We're very happy we made the switch!
Dr. Friend was so helpful and attentive during my first visit with my fur babies. She took the time to research my dog's rare-ish condition, and sent me reading material so I could learn what she was learning. I really appreciated that kind of extra attention. We're very happy we made the switch!
Shelley T.
Jan 14, 2021
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I switched to Holden Vet after moving closer to Holden. From the friendly staff who answered the phone to set up an appt, to the wonderfully friendly and thorough "Dr. D", I knew I made the right choice!
Very impressed with their knowledge, genuinely caring, promptness of responding to questions and the time everyone takes to explain things.
Very impressed with their knowledge, genuinely caring, promptness of responding to questions and the time everyone takes to explain things.
Mar M.
Feb 06, 2020
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Our rescue dog and cat LOVE Holden Vet! They've had some pretty major issues due to their past and received such a good care. Dentals, erlichia, you name it.
It's a little on the pricey side, I've heard people say. I'm just happy we have such a good reliable place to go so near. Dr D'Onofrio is very professional and we can always reach her.
It's a little on the pricey side, I've heard people say. I'm just happy we have such a good reliable place to go so near. Dr D'Onofrio is very professional and we can always reach her.
Jessica R.
Sep 04, 2019
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I was a client at Holden for many years. A few weeks back one of my dogs seemed "off" so I stopped in to make an appointment. I was told they were booking out a few weeks for an exam. I was a little upset and booked an appointment. A few days went by and she started having diarrhea. I called to see if I could get her in, because the diarrhea was not getting better. I was told they didn't have any appointments available and to try calling at 8 AM. Unfortunately that next morning my dog was in respiratory distress and we had to take her to an emergency facility where she was diagnosed
Briana L.
May 24, 2019
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I will never recommend this place to ANYONE.
I have been bringing my dog to this vet since I got her as a puppy. To have all of her shots done and a yearly check up cost me approximately $500+.
I recently moved out of state and my dog was showing symptoms of being ill. I called three times for advice on things I could do throughout the day to help manage her symptoms until I was able to bring her in for an exam. The first time I called at 12:00 to ask a question, I received a call back at 7 pm that night. The second time I called during business hours and it went to voicemail and it took 45
I have been bringing my dog to this vet since I got her as a puppy. To have all of her shots done and a yearly check up cost me approximately $500+.
I recently moved out of state and my dog was showing symptoms of being ill. I called three times for advice on things I could do throughout the day to help manage her symptoms until I was able to bring her in for an exam. The first time I called at 12:00 to ask a question, I received a call back at 7 pm that night. The second time I called during business hours and it went to voicemail and it took 45
Kassidy M.
Aug 15, 2018
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Daniel O.
Aug 07, 2018
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The doctors and support staff at Holden Vet have always been amazing. Everyone was always incredibly supportive and understanding. They truly care about you and your loved one. The only complaints that I see are about money. Sorry, but keeping your pets alive and well does come with a cost! The people here are fantastic, and truly care for you and your pet. We are incredible appreciative of the love and care that they have provided us, and would never look elsewhere for a clinic. Thank you!!
Christine J.
Nov 18, 2017
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Liz C.
Nov 16, 2017
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I chose Holden Veterinary Clinic for my pet rat when she needed to have her teeth trimmed. I had called around and they had the best prices by far. The doctor not only trimmed the teeth but made recommendations about other health issues that should be addressed.
Keep in mind, I'm there with my pet rat. At no point did the doctor nor any of the staff make me feel like my "unconventional" pet or my love for her was any less important than if I had brought in a cat or a dog.
Sadly, a couple of months later, I ended up bringing Ramona rat back to Holden Veterinary Clinic to be euthanized
Keep in mind, I'm there with my pet rat. At no point did the doctor nor any of the staff make me feel like my "unconventional" pet or my love for her was any less important than if I had brought in a cat or a dog.
Sadly, a couple of months later, I ended up bringing Ramona rat back to Holden Veterinary Clinic to be euthanized
Sally Gore
Aug 12, 2017
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Kim P.
Jan 18, 2016
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I cannot ask for a better veterinary practice for my pets. I implicitly trust the care of my pets to them. When our first Beagle Minnie was diagnosed with a heart murmur, they took exceptional care of her until it was time to transfer her care to a cardiologist at Tufts. When we adopted our current Beagle Willy, he came to them with a multitude of health problems including a collapsed ear drum. Dr. Friend needed a specific diagnostic camera that was available at another vet's practice out of state and she went out of her way to get the device. When our Guinea Pig passed away, they sent
Shannon R.
Nov 10, 2015
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Jim B.
Jul 29, 2015
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My dog has been a client of the holden vet clinic for apx. 2 years,prior to her coming into my life, i was a customer of abotts just down a ways in worcester,after having to put my cat down through them , i did not have a good experiance with them.so when the dog came along, i decided to go to the holden vet(where my parents have been going for more then 10 years,) it is located off of main street at the entrance to the industrial park,it has easy access,and has ample parking.the building itself is on the smaller side (at least the public space,) they just expanded in the back for more procedural
Candice M.
Jul 02, 2015
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I decided to try out a new vet after I moved to Holden & I am glad that I went with this place. They are so friendly & kind to me and my pet. The office times are great & even though my little Moo is starting to cost me a small fortune, I am happy that this is the vet that I have chosen. Such a difference from other places I have gone to.
