When it comes to your pet's health and well-being, the right vet can make all the difference. Your pet deserves the care and attention of an experienced, gentle, and detail-oriented doctor who can accurately diagnose problems, administer effective treatments, and prioritize your pet's comfort. At Shirlington Animal Hospital, we make it our mission to deliver the high-quality medical care your pet needs to lead a long, healthy, and happy life.
Our Arlington veterinarians are happy to treat your dog, cat, or small companion animal. Visit us for a routine wellness exam, a dental checkup, or comprehensive diagnostic imaging - we offer all the services your pet needs to stay well. By practicing the highest standards of medicine and maintaining an unwavering focus on client education, we have established our animal hospital as the facility Virginians can trust with their pet's care.
Our Arlington veterinarians are happy to treat your dog, cat, or small companion animal. Visit us for a routine wellness exam, a dental checkup, or comprehensive diagnostic imaging - we offer all the services your pet needs to stay well. By practicing the highest standards of medicine and maintaining an unwavering focus on client education, we have established our animal hospital as the facility Virginians can trust with their pet's care.
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Shirlington Animal Hospital is Arlington's most trusted veterinary service provider, offering compassionate and comprehensive care for your dog, cat, or small companion animal. Our entire team - from our veterinarians to our technicians to our administrative staff members - is committed to strengthening the human-animal bond by focusing on client education and practicing the highest standards of medicine.
Shirlington Animal Hospital is a companion animal hospital offering a full range of services to ensure the health and happiness of pets throughout Arlington and the surrounding areas. No matter the reason for your visit to Shirlington Animal Hospital in Arlington, we always take the time to review your concerns and answer your questions.
Partnership: Our personalized Paws4Wellness plans are developed in partnership between you and your veterinarian -pets can't tell us when something is wrong. We work closely with pet parents to make sure we keep your pets happy and healthy!. Necessary preventative care: Our plans provide the necessary care for your pets based upon their needs, age and lifestyle.
If you are a new client looking to request an appointment with us, please give our staff a call at (703) 594-4122 to schedule. If you're pet is experiencing an emergency, please give us a call at (703) 594-4122. If it's outside of regular hospital business hours, please contact your local veterinary emergency hospital.
Schedule an appointment today for veterinary dentistry services in Arlington - call us at (703) 594-4122 or contact us online. If you can't remember the last time your pet had their teeth cleaned, or if you are concerned about a potential oral health problem in your pet, reach out to Shirlington Animal Hospital.
Reviews (17)
Melissa Balazinski
Dec 27, 2021
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This vet has been amazing to my two dogs since moving here 2 yrs ago. I have an older Boston who’s recently had some health issues and they have been so helpful and accommodating in trying to figure it out. When my French bulldog had a tumor they were able to remove it right away. They are always very communicative and great at explaining step by step what should be done in caring for my pets. They are a genuine caring team and for that I’m very appreciative.
Kara Mailman
Dec 26, 2021
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I've been taking my dog Poppy to Shirlington Animal Hospital since 2017 and have had nothing but good experiences. The staff is responsive, kind, and clearly cares about their patients. Especially important to me, they have taken the pandemic very seriously and done everything they can to keep staff and clients safe while continuing to provide absolutely stellar care. I truly have nothing bad to say about Shirlington Animal Hospital and am eternally grateful for the care they've shown me and Poppy the last 5 years!!
Rachel Withington
Nov 29, 2021
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Positive: Professionalism, Quality
We took our new puppy to Shirlington Animal Hospital for a new patient visit and could not be happier with the care we received! Dr. Handerhan and her assistant patiently answered all of our questions and were so caring with our puppy. We are happy and relieved that we found our vet!
We took our new puppy to Shirlington Animal Hospital for a new patient visit and could not be happier with the care we received! Dr. Handerhan and her assistant patiently answered all of our questions and were so caring with our puppy. We are happy and relieved that we found our vet!
Maria Gueriera
Oct 24, 2021
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Positive: Professionalism, Quality, Reliability, Responsiveness, Value
Dr. Snelgrove and her staff are terrific in every way. They helped my family so much through a very unpleasant experience with our newly adopted dog. Not only were they very professional, they openly expressed their human side of kindness, compassion and genuine concern and care. So very grateful for this practice.
Dr. Snelgrove and her staff are terrific in every way. They helped my family so much through a very unpleasant experience with our newly adopted dog. Not only were they very professional, they openly expressed their human side of kindness, compassion and genuine concern and care. So very grateful for this practice.
Jessica Giron
Oct 22, 2021
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I have been brining my cats here for three years now but I have never been compelled to write a review until we met Dr. Snelgrove. In one word, she is AMAZING. My little girl suffered a severe trauma to her side and she has now had hernia surgery twice. Dr. Snelgrove has been just amazing throughout this process. I can tell that she loves little Missy and that she genuinely cares about how she is doing. She doesn’t talk about her like she is just another patient she talks about her like she is one of her own. For us cat people this is such a breath of fresh air, in a community where dogs take
Lisa Lartius
Oct 02, 2021
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Positive: Professionalism, Quality, Reliability, Responsiveness, Value
Great vet clinic! Dr. Snelgrove is awesome and is quick to respond to our email questions about our reactive dog. The only reason I gave it 4 stars is that they're often closed on weekends due to short staffing. This can make it challenging to get an appointment.
Great vet clinic! Dr. Snelgrove is awesome and is quick to respond to our email questions about our reactive dog. The only reason I gave it 4 stars is that they're often closed on weekends due to short staffing. This can make it challenging to get an appointment.
C. D.
Aug 06, 2021
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Our cat has been a patient here for a few years now and they always make annual appointments as low stress and painless as possible for him, and the results as easy to understand as possible for us. The team at Shirlington Animal Hospital has been especially wonderful this week as our cat has had a surprise issue pop up. They’ve managed to squeeze him in without an appointment twice this week and been beyond patient and understanding when relaying diagnostic results or discussing treatment options over the phone every day, again even without a set appointment for our cat.
Sedef M. Buyukataman
Jul 26, 2021
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I had been bringing my dogs here for two years, since I moved into the area. The staff is professional, the doctors seemed nice, but they’re not gonna be there for you when you need the most. I had taken my 10-year-old dog to the groomers next door when I picked him up the groomer inform me but my dog had been much more listless than normal and that she struggled to actually brush him down fully. I took him outside and he peed bright red. Terrified I rushed into the vet, my vet, next door for help. It was 5:34 pm on a Friday evening, their hours are listed til 6pm. When I walked in I was confronted
Laura Mlynarski
Jul 22, 2021
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We are so grateful to be at Shirlington Animal Hospital and under the care of Dr. Snelgrove! She has taken care of our golden, Oskie, since he was a puppy and she has been phenomenal! She always takes her time to answer all of my questions, explains the rational behind her recommendations and is so warm and caring with our little boy! Even after we moved out of the area, we still travel back to see her and her amazing team!
Effie Demiris
Jun 29, 2021
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From the minute you walk in, you are always greeted with a smile from the very helpful staff at the front desk. All the doctors and Vet Techs are amazing! They truly care about your pets. Pretzel always feels special and loved. Expect the exceptional when you bring your pet to Shirlington Animal Hospital!!!
Leslie Datsis
Apr 15, 2021
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Not only do they take wonderful care of my dog Boh, they have also implemented guidelines regarding cleanliness and visitation workflow that have made me feel safe during the COVID-19 pandemic. They’ve answers a myriad of my questions when they’re ridiculously busy themselves, and have offered cost effective options. What a wonderful place!
Amy Fields
Feb 15, 2021
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Laura Boy
Feb 01, 2021
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Roger Congress
Jan 29, 2021
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Laraine Bennett
Aug 29, 2020
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Liana Ascolese
Feb 22, 2020
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Marseeya Stone
Jan 18, 2020
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Took my cat there for the first time after going to another vet for years. Shirlington is closer to me. They did not give me a hard time for not having my cat's old records. I took her in because she was sick, not for a routine check so it was very short notice. When I called to schedule for the next day they asked if I could go in that same… day. With a sick cat, of course and thank you! They were very kind, sent me lab tests via email the very next day with a thorough explanation. WOW! I didn't have to go back or talk on the phone with anyone. We exchanged emails regarding what to do next
