Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Emergency
services
Your Trusted Partner for Comprehensive Pet Care
Shenandoah Veterinary Hospital has been a trusted provider of compassionate veterinary care since 1974. Founded by Dr. K.W. Gilpin and continued by his sons Darin and Brian, our family-run practice serves Berkeley, Jefferson, and Morgan counties in West Virginia's Eastern Panhandle. We offer comprehensive services including wellness care, advanced diagnostics, surgical procedures, and emergency support, prioritizing personalized treatment for pets at every life stage. Our team of experienced veterinarians and technicians utilizes state-of-the-art technology while maintaining a community-focused approach that values long-term relationships with pet owners.We demonstrate expertise through specialized services like laser therapy, dental care, and senior pet management, ensuring both preventive and reactive solutions meet industry standards. As a locally rooted institution with decades of operational history, we combine generational knowledge with modern veterinary practices to deliver reliable, ethical care that prioritizes animal welfare and client education.
Services
Wellness Care
Vaccinations
Dental Care
Surgery
In-House Diagnostics
Parasite Prevention
Boarding
Grooming
Microchipping
Senior Pet Care
Details
- Year established: 1974
Highlights and features
- We have over 50 years of combined veterinary experience since 1974
- Our team offers 24/7 emergency care through Mountain View Animal Emergency
- We utilize state-of-the-art surgical laser technology for reduced pain
- Our practice provides virtual appointments for existing patients
- We maintain two sterile surgical suites with advanced monitoring equipment
What people say
Amazing
Compassionate care
Professional expertise
Trusted service
Family-run practice
Services
Wellness Care
Our wellness care program focuses on preventive medicine through regular check-ups and early disease detection. We provide tailored vaccination schedules, dental examinations, and health screenings for pets of all ages. Our comprehensive approach includes nutritional counseling and parasite prevention to maintain optimal health. By establishing baseline wellness metrics, we can identify subtle changes that may indicate developing health issues, ensuring timely intervention and long-term disease management.
In-House Diagnostics
We offer advanced diagnostic capabilities including digital radiography, ultrasound imaging, and comprehensive lab work. Our on-site laboratory enables rapid blood analysis, urinalysis, and parasite detection for immediate treatment decisions. The digital imaging system provides high-resolution X-rays that can be instantly shared with specialists when needed. This technology allows for accurate diagnosis of conditions ranging from broken bones to internal organ disease while minimizing patient discomfort during the diagnostic process.
Surgical Services
Our surgical department features two sterile operating suites equipped with modern anesthetic and monitoring systems. We perform routine procedures like spaying and neutering alongside complex orthopedic surgeries and tumor removals. The use of surgical laser technology reduces bleeding and post-operative pain while promoting faster healing. All patients receive comprehensive pain management protocols and post-operative care instructions to ensure optimal recovery outcomes.
Dental Care
Our dental services include professional cleanings, extractions, and periodontal treatments performed by registered veterinary technicians. We utilize ultrasonic scaling equipment and Oravet gel sealant for tartar control. Full-mouth assessments identify dental disease early, preventing systemic health complications. Patients receive pain management and antibiotic therapy as needed, with post-operative care instructions tailored to their specific dental condition and recovery requirements.
Senior Pet Care
This specialized program addresses age-related health changes through comprehensive physical exams and senior-specific blood work. We develop customized treatment plans for arthritis management, organ function support, and cognitive health maintenance. Nutritional counseling focuses on senior dietary needs while monitoring weight and mobility changes. Regular check-ups help maintain quality of life through early detection of age-associated conditions like kidney disease and diabetes.
People
Dr. K.W. Gilpin
Founder
Established Shenandoah Veterinary Hospital in 1974, bringing decades of veterinary experience to the Eastern Panhandle community. His legacy continues through his sons' practice of compassionate, family-centered pet care.
Darin Gilpin
Veterinarian
Joined the family practice after veterinary school, specializing in surgical procedures and emergency care. Maintains active involvement in continuing education to provide modern treatment options for local pets.
Brian Gilpin
Veterinarian
Contributes to the hospital's success through focus on wellness programs and senior pet care. Combines generational knowledge with contemporary veterinary practices to serve community pet owners.
Questions
What emergency services do you offer after hours?
For urgent pet care outside our regular hours, contact Mountain View Animal Emergency at 301-733-7339 in Hagerstown, MD.
Do you provide virtual appointment options?
Yes, we offer virtual consultations for existing patients who've visited within the last year through our online scheduling system.
What wellness care services do you recommend?
We provide comprehensive wellness packages including vaccinations, parasite prevention, dental exams, and senior-specific health screenings tailored to your pet's needs.
How can I access my pet's medical records?
Use our PetDesk portal to view medical records, refill prescriptions, and manage appointment requests conveniently from any internet-connected device.
What boarding amenities do you offer?
Our clean, safe boarding facility provides separate dog and cat accommodations with daily exercise and monitoring by trained staff members.
Reviews (7)
Barbara Thomas
May 15, 2022
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They were timely, effective and friendly. They gave my furies their rabies vaccines and we were out of there quickly.
Tricia Mckinley
Apr 25, 2022
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Great vet services. Cared for all of our animals over past 12 years. Was very humble and kind when we had our Chihuahua pass away. Very thankful for this vet.
George Pappas
Apr 08, 2022
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Clean facility & Amazing staff! They are compassionate, honest & very pleasant to talk to. They go above and beyond for their patients & their families.
Mackie Boy
Feb 12, 2022
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Service was adequate prior to Pandemic, and we certainly understand that all service provider are stressed. However, we had an issue with our pet and asked to be squeezed' into the schedule. The front desk clerk is a firewall for any contact with the office administration, refused to forward my call to anyone with authority, so this directive obviously came from the the Gilpin Family. Time to find a new vet. Update: spoke to a friend who had his pet appointment cancelled yesterday, office admin told him the whole office has Covid and all appts were postponed until March, Office staff told me that they would fit us in if the had a cancellation. So they were not transparent with the facts and instead would have kept us hanging on hoping to get an appointment when all they had to say was that the office was closed due to Pandemic.
Felicia Frutkoff
Feb 10, 2022
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Every staff member I have encountered is super sweet! They got my girl feeling so much better. Very pleased with the staff and service.
Saul Rivera
Jan 19, 2022
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They took really good care of our dogs. One gets nervous, the other is apprehensive of non carpet floors. They were really patient and good with them.
Phillip Bumgarner
Dec 28, 2021
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If you pet has an emergency or an issue that can wait a month you will get absolutely 0 help from them. They don't care about you or your pets. Have also had problems with their veterinarians telling me complete opposite things about problems with my dog. After 2 years it's time to leave them and find somewhere that cares about the customers/patients.
