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Richmond Animal Hospital
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PHONE
(802) 434-4935
Monday-Friday: 8am-5pm
ADDRESS
233 E. Main Street
Richmond, VT 05477
HOURS
Monday-Friday: 8am-5pm
Saturday-Sunday: Closed
EMAIL
For non-urgent inquiries:
Use contact form below or email: info@richmondanimalhospitalvt.com
Visit Us in Richmond
233 E. Main Street, Richmond, VT 05477
Parking & Accessibility:
- Free parking available on the side of the building
- Curbside service is available if desired
- Ground-level clinic
What to Expect at Your First Visit
Never been to our clinic? Here's what to expect so you can feel prepared.
Arrival & Parking
Free parking is available directly on the side of our building on E. Main Street. Look for the Richmond Animal Hospital sign.
Check-In (5-10 Minutes)
Arrive a few minutes early if you're a new client. Our team will greet you warmly and get you checked in quickly.
Comfortable Exam Room
We'll bring you and your pet to a clean, quiet exam room. Feel free to give treats, comfort your pet, or ask any questions while you wait for Dr. Sherman.
Meeting Dr. Sherman
Dr. Sherman will introduce himself, listen to your concerns, and perform a thorough nose-to-tail examination. He'll explain his findings in plain language and answer all your questions. No rushing. We schedule enough time for thorough appointments.
Payment & Next Steps
Before you leave, we'll review any treatment recommendations and costs, schedule follow-up appointments if needed, and answer any final questions. Payment is due at time of service (we accept cash, credit/debit cards, checks, and CareCredit).
Most appointments last 20-40 minutes.
How to Find Us
From Burlington (20 minutes):
Take I-89 South to Exit 11. Turn left onto US-2 East/ Main St. Continue approximately 2 miles into Richmond. Go through the traffic light. We are the grey building on the left before the fire station.
From Montpelier (25 minutes):
Take I-89 North to Exit 11. Turn left onto US-2 East/ Main St. Continue approximately 2 miles into Richmond. Go through the traffic light. We are the grey building on the left before the fire station.
From Stowe (30 minutes):
Take VT-100 South to I-89 North. Take Exit 11 and turn left onto US-2 Eas/tMain St. Continue approximately 2 miles into Richmond. Go through the traffic light. We are the grey building on the left before the fire station.
From Waterbury (15 minutes):
Head west on Route 2 for approximately 13 miles. We are the grey building on the right just after you pass the fire station and before you get to the center of town.
From Jericho (10 minutes):
Take VT-15 West to US-2 West. Turn left onto Lee River Rd. Then take the slight right onto Browns Trce Rd until you get to the stoplight in Richmond. Turn left onto E. Main Street in Richmond. We're the grey building on the left before you get to the fire station.
Contact & Visit FAQ
We recommend scheduling appointments to ensure we can give your pet the time and attention they deserve. However, we do our best to accommodate same-day urgent care when possible. Call us to check availability.
Is This an Emergency?
Giving medications correctly is crucial for your pet's health. Here are important safety tips:
Life-Threatening Emergencies (Go to Emergency Hospital Immediately):
- Difficulty breathing or gasping
- Unconscious or unresponsive
- Severe bleeding
- Seizures lasting more than 2-3 minutes
- Bloated, distended abdomen with retching (especially large dogs)
- Known ingestion of toxins (antifreeze, rat poison, chocolate, etc.)
- Severe trauma (hit by car, serious fall, etc.)
- Heatstroke
- Unable to urinate (especially male cats)
After-Hours Emergency Contact:
(802) 434-4935
Urgent (But Not Life-Threatening): Call Us During Business Hours:
- Vomiting (1-2 times)
- Diarrhea
- Limping
- Minor cuts or wounds
- Eye or ear irritation
- Decreased appetite
- Mild lethargy
We offer same-day appointments for urgent concerns.
Call us at (802) 434-4935
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