Hickory Veterinary Hospital

Chesapeake, VA

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At a glance

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

Species treated

Small Animal Companion Exotic Companion Mammal

Services

Wellness Vaccination Spay Neuter Surgery Dentistry Imaging In House Lab Pharmacy Hospitalization End Of Life Boarding Grooming

Amenities & accessibility

Appointments
Appointment requiredAppointments recommended
Service options
Onsite services
Amenities
Restroom
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lotWheelchair accessible restroom

Overview

Hickory Veterinary Hospital is a full-service Veterinary Hospital offering high quality medicine, surgery, dentistry, acupuncture, Eastern Medicine, and more for dogs, cats, pocket and exotic pets. Treating fur-children with traditional and alternative medical services in a welcoming, friendly facility

Since 2006, Hickory Veterinary Hospital has provided comprehensive veterinary care to pets in the Chesapeake community and beyond. We would be honored to be a partner in your pet's healthcare. Hickory Veterinary Hospital has been a trusted cornerstone of pet healthcare in Chesapeake, Virginia, since 2006

Mission — Our staff treats you like family and each pet like our own. We are honored and proud to be a partner in your pet's healthcare team. As pet owners ourselves, we believe that preventative care with wellness exams are the keys to your pet living a longer, healthier, and happier life

Care capabilities

Emergency
Urgent Care Only

Team at a glance

2
Veterinarians (DVM)
1
Support staff
3
Total team

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

Technology & equipment

state-of-the-art testing and diagnosticsstate-of-the-art equipment

Services in detail

Wellness & PreventionRoutine nose-to-tail wellness examsTesting & DiagnosticsAdvanced CareSurgical Proceduresroutine and advanced surgical proceduresdentistryacupunctureEastern MedicineEmergency Carevaccinesheart worm and flea prevention

Appointments & hours

Monday: 7:30 AM - 5:30 PM Tuesday: 7:30 AM - 5:30 PM Wednesday: 7:30 AM - 5:30 PM Thursday: 7:30 AM - 5:30 PM Friday: 7:30 AM - 5:30 PM Saturday: 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM Sunday: Closed Please Note: As of 9/29, we now close at 5:30 PM Monday - Friday

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Frequently asked

Is Hickory Veterinary Hospital accepting new patients?+

Yes — Hickory Veterinary Hospital is currently accepting new patients.

Does Hickory Veterinary Hospital offer emergency or urgent care?+

Hickory Veterinary Hospital offers urgent care appointments most days of the week (not a 24/7 ER).

Does Hickory Veterinary Hospital treat exotic pets?+

Yes — Hickory Veterinary Hospital offers care for exotic pets in addition to small animals.

What services does Hickory Veterinary Hospital offer?+

Hickory Veterinary Hospital offers Wellness, Vaccination, Spay Neuter, Surgery, Dentistry, Imaging, In House Lab, Pharmacy, and more.

When was Hickory Veterinary Hospital established?+

Hickory Veterinary Hospital has served the Chesapeake, VA community since 2006.

What reviewers say

90% Positive sentiment
based on 776 reviews

Hickory Veterinary Hospital is a welcoming and well-run practice providing compassionate care for dogs, cats, birds, rabbits, and exotic pets. The veterinary team is widely regarded as exceptionally knowledgeable, thorough, and patient, taking the time to explain diagnoses and treatment options in detail. The facility features a clean, spacious waiting area designed to keep pets comfortable, and the staff excels at accommodating urgent or same-day sick appointments. Follow-up calls and proactive communication are standard practice, ensuring clients feel supported throughout their pets' treatments. While the vast majority of experiences are overwhelmingly positive, occasional concerns involve communication gaps, high costs for certain medications or procedures, and variable outcomes regarding complex diagnoses.

Frequently praised for

Compassionate StaffKnowledgeable VetsThorough ExplanationsShort WaitEasy SchedulingFair PricingClean FacilityGood With Anxious Pets

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