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38 Years
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Emergency
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Your Trusted Partner for Veterinary Care in Kittery, ME
Kittery Animal Hospital has been a trusted resource for the Kittery community for over 35 years, dedicated to providing exceptional veterinary care and a welcoming environment for pets and their owners. Founded in 1988 by Dr. Scott Moffat, our hospital combines decades of professional expertise with a deep commitment to animal welfare. Our experienced team offers comprehensive services including wellness exams, urgent care, surgery, and boarding, all delivered with personalized attention and compassion. We prioritize open communication, ensuring clients receive clear guidance and support for their pets' health needs. Our AAHA accreditation reflects our adherence to the highest standards in veterinary medicine.Through preventive care, advanced treatments, and community engagement, we strive to be a reliable partner in every pet's lifelong health journey. Our facility features state-of-the-art equipment for diagnostics, surgery, and dental care, while our boarding and daycare services provide safe, supervised environments with 24/7 veterinary access. We emphasize client education, offering tailored advice on nutrition, behavior, and disease prevention. With a focus on trust, integrity, and continuous improvement, we aim to exceed expectations in every interaction.
Services
Veterinary Care
Wellness Exams
Urgent Care
Laser Therapy
Boarding
Daycare
Grooming
Dental Care
Surgery
Adoptions
Details
- Year established: 1988
Highlights and features
- We offer over 35 years of veterinary expertise in Kittery, ME
- Our hospital maintains AAHA accreditation for quality standards
- 24/7 veterinary access available for boarding and emergency care
- We provide personalized preventive care plans for all life stages
- Our team includes specialists in surgery, dentistry, and internal medicine
Associations and certifications
- American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA)
What people say
Friendly staff
Experienced team
Excellent communication
Thorough exams
Positive boarding experiences
Services
Veterinary Care
Our comprehensive veterinary care addresses pets' medical needs at every life stage. Services include wellness exams, diagnostics, chronic disease management, and treatment for acute injuries or illnesses. Our experienced veterinarians use modern equipment to ensure accurate diagnoses and effective treatment plans.
Wellness Exams
Annual wellness exams help detect health issues early through physical exams, bloodwork, and diagnostic testing. These checkups include dental evaluations, parasite screening, and vaccination updates to maintain optimal pet health and prevent disease progression.
Urgent Care
We provide urgent care for non-life-threatening conditions during regular business hours. Our trained staff handles injuries, allergic reactions, and sudden illnesses with prompt attention, diagnostic testing, and appropriate treatment to stabilize patients.
Boarding Services
Our clean, supervised boarding facilities offer safe overnight stays for dogs and cats. Features include indoor/outdoor runs, playgroups for dogs, and quiet suites for cats. Medically supervised boarding available for pets requiring special care or medication administration.
Laser Therapy
Cold laser therapy treats chronic pain, inflammation, and post-surgical recovery through non-invasive light treatment. This therapy promotes tissue healing and pain relief for conditions like arthritis, wounds, and dental procedures without requiring medication.
People
Dr. Scott Moffat
Owner and President
Dr. Moffat has owned Kittery Animal Hospital since 1988. He graduated from Tufts University School of Veterinary Medicine after earning a Master of Science in Zoology. With over 35 years of local practice, he leads a team committed to compassionate, high-quality veterinary care.
Questions
What emergency services do you offer?
We provide urgent care during business hours for non-life-threatening conditions. For after-hours emergencies, we recommend Port City Veterinary Referral Hospital or The Veterinary Emergency and Critical Care Referral Center of New Hampshire.
What are your boarding requirements?
Pets must have current vaccinations including rabies, distemper, and bordetella. Dogs need negative fecal tests within the past year. We require proof of parasite prevention and medical history for chronic conditions.
Do you offer grooming services?
Yes, we provide professional grooming including baths, haircuts, nail trims, and sanitary clips. Grooming appointments can be scheduled separately or combined with boarding stays.
What wellness services do you provide?
Our wellness services include annual exams, vaccinations, dental cleanings, parasite screening, and senior pet care. We also offer nutrition counseling and preventive care plans tailored to each pet's life stage.
Are you AAHA accredited?
Yes, Kittery Animal Hospital maintains accreditation from the American Animal Hospital Association, demonstrating our commitment to meeting rigorous standards in veterinary care and facility management.
Reviews (7)
Kim Ciborowski
Jun 14, 2022
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The staff are wonderful and caring. I board my cats there when I go on vacation. I know they will be very well taken care of when they are there!
Scott Pickrel
May 16, 2022
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Visit was fantastic. From the phone conversation with Tech to the conversation with Dr. Everything was great and Duke had a good visit
Tom Heartt
Apr 12, 2022
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The staff is always friendly and courteous. I completely trust my two cats to Dr. Duckett; he gives detailed explanations of issues with my pets. Easy to schedule appointments.
Mike Watts
Mar 15, 2022
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Would not give me a refill on prescription food for sensitive stomachs that had been prescribed by another vet. Without a visit my vet had completed all the test! Would have saved me a 25 minute drive one way. I have been seeing this other vet for over 20 years. Who are very helpful. And caring
Becky Neal
Nov 07, 2021
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Everyone here always goes above and beyond for our pets. I've been going here for over 20 years and have always been happy with their service! They are genuinely loving and caring to all their patients. We even adopted our dog here and the process went very smoothly. We are so in love with our rescue! Thank you KAH for all you do!
Michael Jarman
Nov 05, 2020
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Not a thing. I was in such a scramble with my move and they were nothing but helpful and concerned for my cat (he has vaccine reactions). It was such a relief to know my cats were in good hands while trying to deal with everything else. Thank you so much!
Elizabeth Olsen
Jun 08, 2020
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Brought both my furbabies here. Drove an hour every visit due to how amazing they are. They helped with getting our cats to Hawaii. They did a great job preparing us. They did the research and got it all done. in the right amount of time. One of my cats were nervous during traveling and they gave us some amazing tips. Both cats were amazing on the flight that we got asked if they were sedated a few times (obviously they weren't). They really helped during a stressful time and will definitely return to them when moving back to Maine in a few years.
