Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Emergency
services
Your Trusted Partner for Veterinary Care in Stamford, CT
Rippowam Animal Hospital has been dedicated to providing compassionate, high-quality veterinary care since 1963. Our mission focuses on educating pet owners while ensuring comprehensive healthcare for animals, with specialized attention to senior pet wellness. We offer a full range of services including preventative care, diagnostics, surgery, and emergency medicine, supported by advanced technology like our computer-integrated diagnostic system. Our team of experienced veterinarians and staff continuously pursue professional development to deliver cutting-edge treatments. We maintain a fully equipped surgical suite for elective and life-saving procedures, complemented by a dedicated dental room and AVCA-certified animal chiropractic services.Our facility features in-house laboratory capabilities, radiography, ultrasounds, and endoscopy to ensure accurate diagnoses. We provide 24/7 emergency care during business hours with a complete ICU facility featuring oxygen cages and video monitoring. Our commitment extends beyond medical care to include boarding, daycare, and travel certificate services for domestic and international pet travel. We prioritize patient comfort and personal connections, striving to make specialized veterinary care accessible and affordable for all pet owners.
Services
General Wellness
Dentistry
Vaccinations
Diagnostic Services
Surgery Services
Reproduction Services
Chiropractic Therapy
Hospitality Services
Travel Certificates
End of Life Care
Details
- Year established: 1963
Highlights and features
- We have provided veterinary care since 1963 with continuous professional development
- Our hospital features a computer-integrated animal diagnostic care system
- We offer AVCA-certified animal chiropractic services unavailable at most clinics
- Our ICU facility includes heat-regulated oxygen cages and video monitoring
- We provide 24/7 emergency care during all business hours
Associations and certifications
- American Veterinary Chiropractic Association (AVCA)
What people say
Compassionate care
Experienced staff
Senior pet expertise
Advanced diagnostics
Emergency availability
Services
General Wellness
Our general wellness program focuses on preventative care for pets of all ages. We provide annual checkups, parasite prevention, and health screenings to maintain optimal pet health. Our services help detect potential issues early through comprehensive physical examinations and tailored vaccination schedules.
Dentistry
We offer complete dental care including annual exams, cleanings, and complex procedures. Our dedicated dental room handles everything from routine maintenance to advanced treatments using specialized equipment for dental radiographs and surgical interventions.
Diagnostic Services
Our in-house diagnostics include radiography, ultrasounds, and laboratory testing. We perform endoscopies and blood work to quickly identify health issues. This technology enables accurate diagnoses for internal medicine cases and emergency situations requiring immediate attention.
Surgery Services
We perform soft tissue, orthopedic, and cosmetic surgeries in our fully equipped surgical suite. Our capabilities range from routine spays/neuters to complex procedures like fracture repairs and heart surgeries, with dedicated post-operative care monitoring.
Chiropractic Therapy
As one of few clinics with AVCA-certified practitioners, we offer animal chiropractic care. This alternative treatment addresses musculoskeletal issues through spinal manipulation, providing pain relief and improved mobility for pets with chronic conditions or post-surgical recovery needs.
Questions
What veterinary services do you offer?
We provide preventative care, dentistry, diagnostics, surgery, chiropractic therapy, and emergency services for pets.
Do you offer emergency veterinary care?
Yes, we provide emergency care during all our regular business hours with a complete ICU facility.
What makes your hospital unique?
We combine advanced diagnostics with AVCA-certified chiropractic care and have specialized senior pet wellness programs.
Do you care for senior pets specifically?
Yes, we specialize in senior pet wellness with preventative care and early detection programs for aging animals.
What diagnostic equipment do you have?
We have in-house blood testing, radiography, ultrasounds, endoscopy, and dental radiography capabilities.
Do you offer pet boarding services?
Yes, we provide boarding and daycare services with a focus on maintaining pet comfort and safety.
