Shawsheen Animal Hospital

Tewksbury, MA

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At a glance

Facility type
Veterinary Practice
Practice tier
General
Clinic type
Standalone
Operating status
Operational
Appointment model
Appointment
24/7 care
No
Accepting new patients
Yes

Species treated

Small Animal Companion Exotic Companion Mammal

Services

General Practice Wellness Vaccination Spay Neuter Surgery Dentistry Imaging In House Lab Pharmacy Hospitalization End Of Life

Accreditations

Aaha Fear Free Cat Friendly

Amenities & accessibility

Parking
Free parking lotPaid parking lot
Appointments
Appointment requiredAppointments recommended
Service options
Onsite services
Amenities
Restroom
Crowd
LGBTQ+ friendly
From the business
Identifies as women-owned
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lotWheelchair accessible restroom

Overview

Located in Tewksbury, Massachusetts, Shawsheen Animal Hospital is a full-service veterinary hospital that's committed to providing the highest quality medicine for your pet, and excellent customer service for you. We gladly welcome dogs, cats, and even pocket pets in the Merrimack Valley area

Shawsheen Animal Hospital was founded in April 2001 by long-time friends, Drs. Michele Caruso and Shawn LeBlanc. Since then, our friendly, experienced veterinary team has grown, and we are able to meet all your pet's essential healthcare needs. We look forward to partnering with you and your pet and invite you to get to know our vets before you visit! In 2007, our practice earned accreditation with the American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA) to demonstrate our commitment to excellence in veterinary medicine and to the well-being of pets

Mission — As pet owners ourselves, we understand the special bond that you and your companion share, and part of our mission is to nurture that bond while providing you with the information you need to make the best health care decisions for your animal companion. Making and keeping your pet healthy was our first priority when we first opened our doors, and it's still our priority today. We excel at customizing care so that we can meet the unique needs of your animal companion—after all, no two pets are exactly alike

Care capabilities

End-of-life care
In Clinic
Pet insurance
Accepted

Team at a glance

4
Veterinarians (DVM)

Individual names, titles & bios are in the practice intelligence layer below.

Technology & equipment

In-house laboratoryAdvanced imaging techniquesDigital dental X-raysAdvanced Dental ImagingFull-mouth X-rayUltrasonic scaling and polishingCutting-edge tools and technology

Services in detail

Pet WellnessPet Dental CareParasite PreventionSpay & NeuterPet SurgeryEnd of Life ServicesPet VaccinationsPet Medical ServicesExotic Pet CarePet Emergency Care ReferralsPet Food & NutritionNew Puppy or KittenSenior Pet CareMicrochippingDiagnostic ServicesPain ManagementSurgical Services

Appointments & hours

Mon, Wed, Thurs: 8am – 6pm; Tues & Fri: 8am – 5pm; Sat: 9am – 2pm; Sun: Closed

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Frequently asked

Is Shawsheen Animal Hospital accepting new patients?+

Yes — Shawsheen Animal Hospital is currently accepting new patients.

Is Shawsheen Animal Hospital AAHA-accredited?+

Yes — Shawsheen Animal Hospital is an AAHA-accredited hospital, and also Fear Free and Cat Friendly certified.

Does Shawsheen Animal Hospital treat exotic pets?+

Yes — Shawsheen Animal Hospital offers care for exotic pets in addition to small animals.

What services does Shawsheen Animal Hospital offer?+

Shawsheen Animal Hospital offers General Practice, Wellness, Vaccination, Spay Neuter, Surgery, Dentistry, Imaging, In House Lab, and more.

When was Shawsheen Animal Hospital established?+

Shawsheen Animal Hospital has served the Tewksbury, MA community since 2001.

What reviewers say

83% Positive sentiment
based on 456 reviews

Shawsheen Animal Hospital provides compassionate and thorough veterinary care for dogs, cats, and exotic pets, including rabbits, reptiles, and guinea pigs. The facility features a clean environment with a separate waiting area for cats and convenient online scheduling. The veterinary team and support staff are widely regarded as warm, highly knowledgeable, and exceptionally patient with anxious or nervous animals. While most clients report positive experiences, clear pricing discussions, and attentive follow-up care, occasional concerns regarding high costs and billing have been noted.

Frequently praised for

Compassionate StaffKnowledgeable VetsThorough ExplanationsEasy SchedulingClean FacilityGood With Anxious PetsGreat Emergency ResponseStrong Followup

Aggregated from reviewer feedback across multiple sources.

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Data as of July 2026. VetPulse aggregates public-record and licensing data; it does not represent the practice directly.