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  • Comprehensive Veterinary Care in Gaithersburg

    We provide a comprehensive range of veterinary services at Veterinary Referral Associates. We go above and beyond to ensure that your pets receive the high-quality care they deserve.

    About Our Hospital

  • Here For Your Pet When They Need It Most

    Our team offers all the specialty veterinary services your pet needs to stay healthy for a long, long time.

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  • Meeting All Your Pets' Health Care Needs

    Our team offers all the specialty veterinary services needed for emergencies. Our dedicated vets provide quality, compassionate care 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

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  • Welcome To Our Advanced Veterinary Facility

    At Veterinary Referral Associates, our services come with years of experience and a dedicated passion for animals.

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Welcome to Our Gaithersburg Animal Hospital

Veterinary Referral Associates is a full-service pet hospital in Gaithersburg and the surrounding areas. We provide comprehensive medical services for cats and dogs.

From internal medicine and surgery to physical therapy, our broad and varied service offering can meet all of your pet’s health needs in one place.

We look after the companion animals of Gaithersburg. We have earned a reputation for providing high-quality care with a compassionate touch over the years.

Our team of Gaithersburg vets proudly uphold the AAHA's veterinary excellence standards!

AAHA

Comprehensive care for your precious pets.

Dermatology

Diagnosing and treating a wide range of skin conditions in pets.

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Physical Rehabilitation

Custom programs for your pet that incorporate both treatment and physical therapy.

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Oncology

Diagnosis and treatment to provide pets with cancer the best possible care.

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Neurology

Diagnosis and treatment of disorders of the brain, spinal cord, muscles, and nerves of animals. 

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Ophthalmology

Diagnosing and treating eye diseases and disorders in cats and dogs. 

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Blood Bank Services

Blood donation program to help save countless furry lives!

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Accreditations & Certifications

Veterinary Referral Associates | Gaithersburg Veterinary Referral Associates | Gaithersburg

Your pet can help as part of our Blood Donor Program.

Address & Hours

Veterinary Referral Associates proudly serves patients in Gaithersburg and beyond.

Hospital Hours

24 Hours A Day. 7 Days A Week. 365 Days a Year.

Phone

(301) 926-3300

Address

500 Perry Pkwy Gaithersburg MD 20877 US

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Tips & Advice From Our Team

Our informative blogs feature helpful tips and advice from our Gaithersburg vets. They keep your pets healthy and happy, whether need advice on parasite protection or information on common illnesses.

Why does my pet need a urinalysis?

Why does my pet need a urinalysis?

A urinalysis can help your vet detect whether your cat or dog might have a disease or health condition that requires treatment. Here, our Gaithersburg vets discuss why regular urinalysis testing for pets is important. 

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Understanding Blood Tests for Dogs

Understanding Blood Tests for Dogs

Dogs who need specialty and emergency veterinary care often need blood work and diagnostic tests too. In this post, our Gaithersburg vets explain why blood tests are important for dogs and cats, what these tests can reveal, and more. 

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Ultrasound for Dogs & Cats: What Pet Owners Want to Know

Ultrasound for Dogs & Cats: What Pet Owners Want to Know

You've just been told that your dog or cat needs an ultrasound. So, what exactly is an ultrasound, and how can it help your pet? Our Gaithersburg vets describe how veterinary ultrasound scans are done.

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New Patients Welcome

Veterinary Referral Associates is accepting new patients! Our experienced vets are passionate about the health of Gaithersburg companion animals. Get in touch today to book your pet's first appointment.

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