Complete Veterinary Services in Richmond, Vermont
From wellness exams to surgery, urgent care to end-of-life support, we provide comprehensive care for every stage of your pet's life. All under one roof.
How We Care for Your Pet
The answer depends on your pet's age and health status. Here's what we generally recommend:
Wellness & Preventative Care
Keep your pet healthy with routine exams, vaccines, parasite prevention, and nutrition guidance. We create personalized wellness plans for every life stage, from playful puppies to senior pets.
What's Included:
- Comprehensive nose-to-tail physical exams
- Core and lifestyle-based vaccinations
- Flea, tick, and heartworm prevention
- Nutrition and weight management support
- Senior pet wellness monitoring
Surgery & Anesthesia
Safe, compassionate surgical care for spays, neuters, mass removals, and more. We use modern anesthesia protocols with continuous monitoring for your pet's safety and comfort.
What's Included:
- Spay and neuter procedures
- Soft tissue surgery
- Mass removals and biopsies
- Pre-surgical bloodwork and anesthesia monitoring
- Post-surgical pain management
End-of-Life-Care
When it's time to say goodbye, we provide compassionate euthanasia services in a peaceful, private setting. We'll support you through this difficult decision and honor your pet's life with dignity.
What We Offer:
- Quality-of-life consultations
- In-clinic euthanasia in a quiet, comfortable room
- Time to say goodbye (we never rush this moment)
Aftercare options and grief support resources
Urgent Care
When your pet needs same-day attention for a non-life-threatening issue, we're here. No need to wait days for an appointment or rush to an expensive emergency hospital.
Common Urgent Care Situations:
- Vomiting or diarrhea
- Limping or difficulty walking
- Eye or ear problems
- Skin irritations, wounds, or lacerations
- Decreased appetite
- Respiratory issues
Microchipping
Permanent pet identification that can reunite you with your lost pet. A tiny chip, about the size of a grain of rice, provides lifelong protection and peace of mind. Microchipped pets are significantly more likely to be reunited with their families if lost.
What's Included:
- Quick, safe implantation (similar to a vaccine injection)
- Immediate scanning to verify chip placement and function
- Registration paperwork and database enrollment assistance
- Unique ID number that links to your contact information
- Lifetime identification with no batteries or maintenance needed
- Compatible with all universal scanners at vets and shelters nationwide
Wellness Visit vs. Urgent Care vs. Emergency
Not sure whether to book a routine appointment or call for urgent care? Here's a simple guide.
Book a Wellness Visit When:
- It's time for annual vaccines or exams
- You want to discuss nutrition, behavior, or prevention
- Your pet has a minor, non-urgent concern
- You're a new client looking for a regular vet
Book Online or call during business hours
Call for Urgent Care When:
- Your pet has concerning symptoms that need same-day attention
- The issue isn't life-threatening but shouldn't wait days
- You're not sure if it's serious and need guidance
Call us: (802) 434-4935 for same-day availability
Go to an Emergency Hospital When:
- Your pet is having trouble breathing
- Your pet is unconscious or unresponsive
- There's severe bleeding or trauma
- Your pet ate something toxic
- Any other life-threatening situation
Burlington Emergency Veterinary Specialists (BEVS)
(802) 863-2387
PEAK Veterinary Referral Center
(802) 878-2022
Still not sure? Call us at (802) 434-4935. We'll help you figure out the right next step.
Your Appointment, Step by Step
Here's what happens during a typical wellness exam so you know what to expect.
- Warm Welcome
Our team will greet you and your pet warmly. Check-in takes just a minute or two. New clients: arrive 5-10 minutes early to complete a brief form. - Comfortable Exam Room
We'll bring you to a clean, quiet exam room. Feel free to give your pet treats or comfort them while you wait. - Thorough Exam & Discussion
Dr. Sherman will examine your pet from nose to tail and discuss any concerns you have. This is your time. Ask as many questions as you need. - Clear Treatment Plan
If treatment is recommended, we'll explain all your options and costs upfront. We'll work with you to choose what's best for your pet and your family. - Follow-Up Support
Before you leave, we'll make sure all your questions are answered and schedule any needed follow-ups.
Most appointments last 30-45 minutes.
What Makes Our Approach Different
Vaccines are a crucial part of preventative care. We tailor vaccine protocols to your pet's individual needs and lifestyle.
Time to Listen
We don't overbook appointments. You'll get the time you need to discuss your pet's health.
Clear Communication
We explain everything in plain English. No confusing medical jargon.
Transparent Costs
You'll know the cost of care before we proceed. No surprise bills.
Comprehensive Care
Most services are available right here, so you don't need to go to multiple locations.
Continuity
You'll see the same faces every visit, and we'll remember your pet's history.
Ready to Schedule Your Pet's Appointment?
Whether it's a routine checkup or urgent care, we're here to help.
Questions first? Send us a message