The team at Independence Veterinary Hospital is comprised of highly trained and experienced animal health professionals who have a genuine love for working with pets. Our staff treats every patient with the highest quality of medical care as well as a gentle touch. After 2 years as an assistant, she was encouraged by many colleagues to become a licensed veterinary technician.
She is currently a student of the Veterinary Technology Program at Tidewater Community College and expects to graduate 2022. As an animal and nature enthusiast, Rachel likes to spend her free time outside exploring parks, painting animals or sitting in the sun with a good book. She has set a personal goal to visit a National Park and hike it's trails every year; so far, she has hiked Yosemite and Acadia National Parks.
She is currently a student of the Veterinary Technology Program at Tidewater Community College and expects to graduate 2022. As an animal and nature enthusiast, Rachel likes to spend her free time outside exploring parks, painting animals or sitting in the sun with a good book. She has set a personal goal to visit a National Park and hike it's trails every year; so far, she has hiked Yosemite and Acadia National Parks.
Services
We are proud to provide Virginia Beach, VA and the surrounding communities with boarding services. We practice the highest standards of care and cleanliness for patients staying with us. We know that it takes a great deal of trust to leave your pet with someone else, so we want to assure you that we are professional, highly trained, and most of all, we love pets.
We are proud to offer grooming services for your pet. Our groomers are highly trained and have experience working with a variety of breeds and species. If your pet is in need of grooming, please contact us today! We schedule grooming by appointment only. Please contact us today to reserve your appointment date and time.
Dental care is vital to the overall health of any pet. Dental disease can lead to health issues with the heart, liver, and kidneys, and can affect the entire body through the bloodstream. In fact, 80 percent of dogs and 70 percent of cats over three years of age suffer from some form of dental disease, making it the most common pet health issue among our pet population.
We are proud to provide Virginia Beach and surrounding communities with state-of-the-art veterinary surgical procedures. We believe in utilizing the highest level of medical technology, and our surgeons are experienced and highly trained. We also realize that it can be stressful to have your pet undergo surgery.
At Independence Veterinary Hospital, we are happy to offer microchipping. Every year, thousands and thousands of pets go missing. Not knowing where your pet is or how to bring them back can be a helpless, hopeless feeling. It's a tragedy that happens all too often. But there is a simple, safe, and effective way to ensure your pet's safety and retrieval should they ever become lost.
Reviews (14)
Jackie Colebank
Nov 14, 2021
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Mary Jane Carpenter
Oct 30, 2021
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Positive: Professionalism, Quality, Reliability, Responsiveness, Value
Love Dr. Kier and his staff. They are courteous, professional and Dr. Kier takes his time with your pet and makes sure you understand what's going on with your pet. They are affordable and never add additional tests unless they are absolutely necessary. You will love Dr. Kier too.
Love Dr. Kier and his staff. They are courteous, professional and Dr. Kier takes his time with your pet and makes sure you understand what's going on with your pet. They are affordable and never add additional tests unless they are absolutely necessary. You will love Dr. Kier too.
Crystal Flatley
Oct 04, 2021
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I have been bringing my cat to Independence Veterinary Hospital for about 5 years. My cat is not the easiest patient but they are always respectful with her and able to complete any tests or procedures. The vets are great with explaining any issues in detail and providing multiple options to remedy issues. I have had nothing but good experiences here.
James Darling
Sep 20, 2021
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Positive: Professionalism, Quality, Reliability, Responsiveness, Value
They were very professional and the best vet I have ever experienced. The doctor that took care of my baby was amazing and explained everything so simple so that I could understand it. He also made me laugh which made me more comfortable with them knowing they arnt robots haha. I will keep coming back as my main vet for now on.
They were very professional and the best vet I have ever experienced. The doctor that took care of my baby was amazing and explained everything so simple so that I could understand it. He also made me laugh which made me more comfortable with them knowing they arnt robots haha. I will keep coming back as my main vet for now on.
Michelle M.
Aug 30, 2021
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Dr Kier, Your staff’s and your personal kindness mattered more than we can convey in words.
Our cat lady chose us almost 14 years ago, when she showed up in a tree in our yard. And she ruled our world. Including all of our dogs and our other cat. She was almost 14 and had never been ill, when she started sneezing about 6 weeks ago.
Over a few short weeks you found a tumor and we walked through a hard but right decision for her quality of life, to say goodbye. You and your staff were patient, compassionate and so kind on that incredibly hard day. Your personal, handwritten note of condolence
Our cat lady chose us almost 14 years ago, when she showed up in a tree in our yard. And she ruled our world. Including all of our dogs and our other cat. She was almost 14 and had never been ill, when she started sneezing about 6 weeks ago.
Over a few short weeks you found a tumor and we walked through a hard but right decision for her quality of life, to say goodbye. You and your staff were patient, compassionate and so kind on that incredibly hard day. Your personal, handwritten note of condolence
Lisa A.
Jul 24, 2021
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Chris Ingram
Jul 17, 2021
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Great experience!! Every staff member I had encountered were friendly, attentive and professional. Dr. R. Johnston was informative, compassionate and reassured me as to any further questions I had... just to give them a call. I most definitely felt at ease taking my Senior Cat there. I would highly recommend "Independence Veterinary " for their wonderful caring client service and have no doubt they will do everything to help your fur baby feel safe and comfortable during their visit.
Kenna Given
Jun 17, 2021
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Maya B.
Jun 17, 2021
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I’ve been taking my pup here since he was 6 weeks old. They are always more than willing to help in anyway. Incredibly professional and incredibly kind. My pup who is now 9 months old was recently attacked by another dog at a training facility and I brought him here right away. I’ve been a wreck since it happened and they put me at ease. The receptionists(who are always remarkable) gave me an appointment as soon as they could. I dropped him off early in the morning and shortly after Dr.Kier called and told me he needed to have some drains put in his leg to keep down the swelling. He also called
Camilla Long
Apr 01, 2021
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Samantha Sassenach
Feb 20, 2021
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Michala Jeffers Smith
Oct 05, 2020
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Jose A. Ramirez
Jan 28, 2020
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Sep 07, 2019
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