Animal Hospital & Veterinarian Services

Our veterinarian team at Fairfax Animal Hospital provides high-quality pet care services for dogs and cats including wellness programs, surgery and general care.

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Our veterinarians, technicians, and staff are available during business hours to help you get your pet the medical attention it needs. We can accommodate same-day appointments in most cases, depending on the urgency of the situation. Our family of seasoned staff are here to help.

Consider the Symptoms

If you suspect your pet is undergoing an emergency, consider their visible symptoms.

Observe:  Is your pet “ADR” (Ain’t Doing Right)?
Orient:  Focus in on the primary symptom(s)
Decide:  Contact us or an emergency clinic for assistance!
Act:  After speaking with our staff, follow our timely triage process and recommendations to get your pet the care it needs.

If your pet is experiencing any of the symptoms from this list, they should be treated immediately.

  • Pale gums
  • Rapid breathing
  • Weak or rapid pulse
  • Change in body temperature
  • Difficulty standing
  • Loss of consciousness or Seizures
  • Excessive bleeding, vomiting, or diarrhea
  • Inability to urinate or defecate

In some cases it may be recommended that your pet be transferred to an advanced specialty/referral center based on the severity of their condition. No matter what, we’ll be here to guide you through the process.

If your pet has ingested something that is potentially poisonous, call the 24/7 Animal Poison Control number – (888) 426-4435

General Veterinary Wellness Care

Annual Physical Exams, Vaccines, and Preventive Care

Is your cat or dog in need of an annual checkup, due for vaccinations, or experiencing a concern that requires a veterinarian?

Preventive Wellness Care

Routine preventive care is the best way to provide your pet a long and happy life — while minimizing your care expenses! 

Laboratory Health Screenings for Pets

Fairfax Animal Hospital’s annual Health Screenings are the affordable way to make sure your pet is living its best life by providing you cost savings through our comprehensive laboratory testing bundles. Our health screening packages can save you up to 35 percent compared to purchasing each service separately.

For Adult Dogs, or Canines

1+ Year & Older

Health Screen Tests for Young Dogs

Health Screen includes:

  • Chemistry tests (10) to screen for kidney, liver, and pancreatic disease, as well as to check sugar levels
  • Complete blood count (CBC) to evaluate overall health of dog
  • Intestinal Parasite Tests from fecal sample, to include Giardia, which is transferable to humans
  • Blood parasite screening* to identify if your dog has been exposed to vector-borne (e.g., heartworm) or other infectious diseases

*If indicated by our reference lab, these tests will automatically reflex to secondary tests at no additional charge to you.

Health Screen Tests for Adult Dogs

Health screen includes:

  • Chemistry tests (27) to screen for kidney, liver, and pancreatic disease, as well as to check sugar levels
  • Complete blood count (CBC) to evaluate overall health of dog
  • Intestinal Parasite Tests from fecal sample, to include Giardia, which is transferable to humans
  • Blood parasite screening* to identify if your dog has been exposed to vector-borne (e.g., heartworm) or other infectious diseases
  • Thyroid test to determine if the thyroid gland is producing too little thyroid hormone

*If indicated by our reference lab, these tests will automatically reflex to secondary tests at no additional charge to you.

Health Screen Tests for Senior Dogs

Health screen includes:

  • Chemistry tests (27) to screen for kidney, liver, and pancreatic disease, as well as to check sugar levels
  • Complete blood count (CBC) to evaluate overall health of dog
  • Intestinal Parasite Tests from fecal sample, to include Giardia, which is transferable to humans
  • Blood parasite screening* to identify if your dog has been exposed to vector-borne (e.g., heartworm) or other infectious diseases
  • Thyroid test to determine if the thyroid gland is producing too little thyroid hormone
  • Urine tests* to screen for urinary tract infections and other diseases, and to evaluate the kidneys’ ability to concentrate urine

*If indicated by our reference lab, these tests will automatically reflex to secondary tests at no additional charge to you.

For Adult Cats, or Felines

1+ Year & Older

Health Screen Tests for Young Cats

Health screen includes:

  • Chemistry tests (11) to screen for kidney, liver, and pancreatic disease, as well as to check sugar levels
  • Complete blood count (CBC) to evaluate overall health of cat
  • ProBNP test to determine if the heart has stress and/or stretch. 1 in 6 cats have undetected forms of heart disease.
  • Intestinal Parasite Tests from fecal sample, to include Giardia, which is transferable to humans

Health Screen Tests for Adult & Senior Cats

Health screen includes:

  • Chemistry tests (27) to screen for kidney, liver, and pancreatic disease, as well as to check sugar levels
  • Complete blood count (CBC) to evaluate overall health of cat
  • ProBNP test to determine if the heart has stress and/or stretch. 1 in 6 cats have undetected forms of heart disease
  • Intestinal Parasite Tests from fecal sample, to include Giardia, which is transferable to humans
  • Thyroid test to determine if the thyroid gland is producing too little thyroid hormone
  • Urine tests* to screen for urinary tract infections and other diseases, and to evaluate the kidneys’ ability to concentrate urine

*If indicated by our reference lab, these tests will automatically reflex to secondary tests at no additional charge to you.

Need Additional Guidance?

Contact us to discuss the preventive care options that are right for your pet or to book an appointment with one of our veterinarians.

Surgical & Diagnostic Procedures

At times, pets need special care. Fairfax Animal Hospital is a full-service veterinary clinic, so whether your cat’s teeth need cleaning or your puppy is ready to be spayed, we have you covered. We also have state-of-the-art imaging technology to help us discover, diagnose, and understand more complex conditions and during the triage process.

Pet Dental Exams, Gradings, Cleanings, & Surgeries

We provide pet dental exams as a part of our annual physical check-ups. Depending on what we find during our exams, we may prescribe a professional dental cleaning that includes scaling, polishing and extractions as needed for diseased teeth. We recommend continued at-home dental care for your pet year-round. For your convenience, we sell oral care products at our clinic and offer more tips on pet dental care at your visit and through these helpful videos.

On-site Surgeries & Anesthesia

We are capable of providing a variety of routine veterinary surgery procedures at our modern surgical room located in our facility in Falls Church south of Arlington, Virginia. We provide traditional soft tissue pet surgeries such as spays/neuters and mass removal, orthopedic surgeries, and some emergency surgeries.

For pricing estimates or questions, contact us.

Digital Radiology (X-rays)

X-rays provide valuable information about a pet’s bones, gastrointestinal tract, respiratory tract, heart, bladder, and prostate.  At Fairfax Animal Hospital we are proud to offer digital radiology (x-rays that are captured digitally rather than on film). This state-of-the-art technology allows us to provide you with a quicker diagnosis for your pet. Plus, it uses less radiation than traditional x-rays.

Ultrasound Imaging

Ultrasound is a valuable diagnostic tool that uses sound waves to produce images of the body’s internal organs. Abnormalities of the heart, liver, spleen, kidneys, pancreas, bladder and stomach can be detected using ultrasound, often saving the animal’s life as a result. Fairfax Animal Hospital is an Oncura Partner – a certified pet oncology specialist.

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