Business Details
43 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Your Trusted Partner for Comprehensive Pet Care in Landenberg
For over four decades, Nonantum Veterinary Clinic has been a cornerstone of pet care in the Landenberg community, extending our services across Chester County, northern Delaware, and nearby Maryland. Our team, many of whom have dedicated over a decade to our practice, prioritizes forming genuine connections with pets and their families, offering personalized care tailored to each animal's unique needs. We provide comprehensive veterinary services ranging from routine wellness exams and advanced surgical procedures to integrative therapies like acupuncture and rehabilitation. Rooted in the Algonquin meaning of 'blessing,' our practice began in 1983 with home visits and has grown into a full-service clinic while maintaining the same heartfelt compassion and integrity. Our commitment to responsible breeding, preventive care, and cutting-edge treatments ensures pets receive holistic care throughout their lives.With extended weekday hours and same-day urgent care, we remain accessible to families who rely on our expertise. Our long-tenured team, including co-medical directors with specialized interests in low-stress handling and internal medicine, reflects our dedication to continuous learning and compassionate service. We believe in empowering pet owners through education on nutrition, parasite prevention, and senior care, ensuring informed decisions for their pets' well-being. From microchipping to dental care and orthopedic surgery, every service we offer is designed to uphold our founding principle: treating every pet as if they were our own.
Services
Wellness Care
Dental Care
Surgery
Acupuncture
Rehabilitation
Details
- Year established: 1983
Highlights and features
- We offer 40+ years of veterinary experience with long-tenured team members.
- Our integrative therapies include acupuncture and canine rehabilitation for pain management.
- Specialized surgical services performed with modern monitoring and customized anesthesia.
- Personalized wellness plans tailored to your pet's age, breed, and lifestyle needs.
- Same-day urgent care available during regular business hours for pet emergencies.
What people say
Gentle handling
Personalized care plans
Experienced team
Same-day urgent care
Lifelong pet support
Services
Wellness Care
Our wellness exams focus on lifelong health through routine checkups, customized vaccination plans, and early disease detection. We provide parasite prevention, nutritional counseling, and senior pet care tailored to each animal's unique needs. With comprehensive health screenings and personalized lifestyle guidance, we help pets maintain optimal health at every life stage.
Dental Care
We offer complete dental services including professional cleanings, digital X-rays, and extractions to address periodontal disease. Our preventive care educates owners on home oral hygiene techniques while treating existing conditions that affect overall pet wellness. Pain management ensures comfortable treatment for all dental procedures.
Surgery
Our surgical services range from routine spays/neuters to complex orthopedic procedures like TPLO. We utilize pre-anesthetic bloodwork, modern monitoring equipment, and customized pain management protocols. Post-operative care includes detailed recovery instructions and follow-up support for optimal healing outcomes.
Acupuncture
This non-invasive treatment provides pain relief and improved mobility through strategically placed needles. We use acupuncture to manage chronic conditions like arthritis, aid post-surgical recovery, and enhance quality of life for senior pets as part of our holistic wellness approach.
Rehabilitation
Our rehabilitation programs combine therapeutic exercises and laser therapy to restore mobility and reduce pain. Designed for post-surgical recovery or chronic condition management, these sessions help pets regain strength and improve joint function through controlled, progressive treatment plans.
People
Courtney Rhodes
Co-Medical Director & Veterinarian
Graduated from University of Pennsylvania in 2004 with experience in dairy, mixed, and small animal practice. Specializes in compassionate care while balancing family life with four children and three dogs.
Victoria Kabakjian
Co-Medical Director & Veterinarian
2010 Ohio State University graduate specializing in low-stress handling techniques. Combines family practice experience with outdoor activities and community involvement in Chester County.
Colleen Stewart
VMD
Penn State Animal Sciences graduate with mixed animal background transitioning to small animal medicine. Combines local roots with diverse experience from New Bolton Center and Lancaster veterinary practice.
Kate Sharon
DVM
Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine graduate with equine internship experience. Specializes in internal medicine and senior pet care while maintaining family connections to the practice since 1983.
Questions
Do you accept new clients and what discounts are available?
Yes! We welcome new pets and families with a $35 discount on the first wellness exam when you mention code NC35 during scheduling.
What species do you treat at your veterinary clinic?
We primarily care for dogs and cats, but can provide guidance for exotic pet owners through referrals to specialized care providers.
Which geographic areas do you serve from your Landenberg location?
We serve pets from Landenberg, Kennett Square, West Grove, Oxford, Avondale, Hockessin, Newark, Wilmington, and Elkton regions.
What integrative therapy options are available for pet wellness?
We offer chiropractic adjustments, acupuncture treatments, and canine rehabilitation therapy to support pain management and mobility improvement.
Do you provide reproductive services for responsible breeders?
Yes! We offer comprehensive breeding support including progesterone testing, artificial insemination, pregnancy monitoring, and C-section deliveries.
