Business Details
14 Years
experience
Mobile Veterinary Care in Chevy Chase, MD
Founded in 2012, Rock Creek Home Vet revolutionized veterinary care by bringing high-quality medical services directly to clients' homes across the DC metropolitan area. Our mobile practice eliminates the stress of traditional clinic visits, offering personalized care for dogs and cats through comprehensive diagnostics, treatments, and preventive services. Our veterinarians, supported by certified technicians, maintain Fear Free and Low Stress Handling certifications to ensure every pet's comfort. Recognized by Washingtonian Magazine's Top Pet Care since 2013, we prioritize thoroughness and compassion, serving multi-pet households, seniors, and busy families.We maintain seamless partnerships with specialty hospitals for advanced care while emphasizing electronic record-keeping for efficient communication. Our team's expertise extends to international health certificates and palliative care, reflecting our commitment to lifelong pet wellness. Community engagement remains central to our mission, demonstrated through donations, volunteer work, and educational initiatives. Client testimonials consistently highlight our exceptional bedside manner, accessibility, and ability to transform veterinary visits into positive experiences for even the most anxious pets.
Services
Preventive Care
Medical Care
Electronic Records
Euthanasia
Health Certificates
Details
- Year established: 2012
Highlights and features
- We offer mobile veterinary care established in 2012 with Fear Free Certified professionals
- Our team maintains Low Stress Handling certification for optimal pet comfort
- We provide electronic medical records accessible across providers
- We serve Upper Northwest DC and lower Montgomery County areas
- We offer USDA-certified international health certificates for pet travel
Associations and certifications
- Fear Free Certification
- Low Stress Handling Course
What people say
Gentle and quick
Top-notch care
Compassionate euthanasia
Stress-free experience
Knowledgeable team
Services
Preventive Care
We provide comprehensive preventive care including annual exams, vaccinations, and parasite prevention tailored to your pet's lifestyle. Our services follow AAHA and AAFP guidelines to ensure optimal health. Preventive care helps detect potential issues early through regular check-ups and diagnostic testing.
Medical Care
Our mobile unit offers in-home diagnostics including blood work, urinalysis, and cytology for timely treatment decisions. We manage chronic conditions and acute illnesses while referring complex cases to trusted specialty hospitals. Our technicians support accurate on-site testing for immediate results.
Electronic Records
We maintain cloud-based medical records accessible from any location for seamless care coordination. This system enables preventive reminders, appointment estimates, and secure sharing with referral hospitals. Electronic tracking ensures accurate weight monitoring and treatment history documentation.
Euthanasia
We provide compassionate at-home euthanasia services with personalized support during difficult decision-making. Our team offers private, peaceful goodbyes in familiar surroundings with cremation options through Agape Pet Services. We include grief counseling resources for pet owners.
Health Certificates
We issue USDA-certified international health certificates and domestic travel documents for pet relocation. Our services meet USDA APHIS standards for global pet transport requirements. We assist with documentation for interstate and international pet travel arrangements.
People
Dr. Daphne Tanouye
Founder
Dr. Tanouye founded Rock Creek Home Vet in 2012 after 15 years in traditional veterinary practice. She holds Fear Free Certification and completed Dr. Sophia Yin's Low Stress Handling course. Her expertise includes preventive care, diagnostics, and compassionate end-of-life services.
Dr. Kimberly
Veterinarian
Dr. Kimberly provides mobile veterinary care with Fear Free Certification and Low Stress Handling training. She specializes in preventive medicine and client education, maintaining strong referral relationships with specialty hospitals for advanced care needs.
Questions
What areas do you serve?
We serve Upper Northwest Washington, DC and parts of lower Montgomery County, Maryland including Silver Spring, Bethesda, Chevy Chase, Takoma Park, and Kensington.
What payment methods do you accept?
We accept all major credit cards, checks, and cash payments at the time of service. Estimates are sent one to two days prior to appointments.
Do you provide emergency services?
We do not provide emergency services. For urgent care needs, we recommend contacting local veterinary emergency clinics in our service area.
Are your services covered by pet insurance?
We provide documentation for pet insurance claims, but coverage depends on individual policy terms. We recommend verifying coverage details with your insurance provider.
How do you handle complex medical cases?
For services requiring surgery, radiographs, or hospitalization, we refer patients to trusted local veterinary specialists while maintaining continuity of care through our electronic records system.
Can you provide international pet travel documentation?
Dr. Tanouye is USDA-certified to complete International Health Certificates for pet travel. We assist with all required documentation and testing for global pet relocation requirements.
