Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Emergency
services
Comprehensive Veterinary Care in Marion, MA
Marion Animal Hospital has been serving pets and their families in Marion, Massachusetts since 1972. Our experienced veterinary team provides comprehensive medical, surgical, and dental care for dogs and cats, prioritizing preventive medicine through annual wellness exams and the innovative Vaccines for Life program. We offer emergency services during business hours and partner with local urgent care facilities for after-hours needs. Our dedicated groomer Cheryl Westgate delivers breed-specific grooming services with attention to pet comfort. The hospital combines advanced diagnostics, state-of-the-art dentistry, and compassionate end-of-life care while maintaining a focus on client education and community outreach.With decades of collective experience, our veterinarians and technicians emphasize early disease detection, pain management, and tailored treatment plans. We maintain rigorous professional standards through continuing education and invest in modern equipment to ensure high-quality care. Our facility accommodates telemedicine consultations for behavioral concerns and provides detailed resources to help pet owners make informed healthcare decisions.
Services
Annual Wellness Exam
Emergency Services
Pet Grooming
Vaccines for Life
Dental Care
End-of-Life Services
Telemedicine Consultations
Parasite Prevention
Diagnostic Testing
Nutrition Counseling
Details
- Year established: 1972
Highlights and features
- We've provided veterinary care since 1972 with experienced professionals
- Offering comprehensive services from wellness exams to emergency care
- Maintaining partnerships with local urgent care facilities for 24/7 coverage
- Implementing the Vaccines for Life program for cost-effective immunizations
- Providing telemedicine consultations for behavioral health concerns
What people say
Top notch doctors
Quality of life appointments
Best veterinary care
Gentle, friendly doctors
Advanced dental care
Services
Annual Wellness Exam
Our comprehensive wellness exams detect early health issues in pets through physical evaluations, diagnostic testing, and preventive care planning. Veterinarians assess vital signs, dental health, and organ function while providing vaccination updates and nutrition counseling. These yearly examinations help maintain optimal health through personalized care strategies.
Emergency Services
We provide emergency veterinary care during business hours for critical pet health issues. For after-hours emergencies, we maintain referral partnerships with regional urgent care facilities while offering triage guidance through our on-call support system.
Pet Grooming
Professional grooming services include breed-specific haircuts, nail trimming, ear cleaning, and medicated baths performed by certified groomer Cheryl Westgate. Appointments require current vaccination records and accommodate special handling needs for anxious pets.
Vaccines for Life
This cost-saving program provides lifetime core vaccinations for pets with annual physical exams. The package includes discounted non-core vaccines while maintaining compliance with evolving veterinary medical association guidelines for disease prevention.
End-of-Life Services
Compassionate end-of-life support includes in-home euthanasia options, private cremation services, and grief counseling resources. Our team provides detailed guidance for making difficult decisions while honoring pet owners' wishes for their companion's final care.
People
Rachel Francis
Owner
Dr. Rachel Francis leads our veterinary team with over 20 years of experience in companion animal care. She focuses on preventive medicine and client education while managing hospital operations.
Cindy Schaefer
Veterinarian
Dr. Cindy Schaefer specializes in feline medicine and surgical procedures. With 15 years at the hospital, she emphasizes compassionate care and thorough diagnostic evaluations for all patients.
Harry Ernst
Veterinarian
Dr. Harry Ernst brings expertise in canine sports medicine and rehabilitation. He has served the practice for 18 years, focusing on mobility issues and pain management for active dogs.
Rachel Ashley
Veterinarian
Dr. Rachel Ashley specializes in exotic pet care and internal medicine. She joined the team five years ago, expanding our capabilities for non-traditional companion animals.
Elizabeth
Head Technician
Elizabeth oversees our veterinary technician team with 12 years of experience. She manages patient care protocols and trains new staff members in best clinical practices.
Questions
What are your regular business hours?
We operate Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Emergency services are available during these hours.
Do you offer after-hours emergency care?
While we don't provide 24/7 emergency services, we maintain partnerships with regional urgent care facilities and offer triage guidance after hours.
What vaccination programs do you offer?
Our Vaccines for Life program provides lifetime core vaccinations with annual exams. We also offer discounted non-core vaccines based on lifestyle needs.
How do grooming appointments work?
Grooming services require appointments with Cheryl Westgate. Prices vary by size, temperament, and service requirements. Current vaccination records are mandatory before appointments.
What areas do you serve?
We serve clients across Southeastern Massachusetts including Bristol County, Plymouth County, Cape Cod, and Rhode Island communities.
Do you provide telemedicine consultations?
Yes, we offer telemedicine appointments for behavioral health consultations at convenient scheduling times for pet owners.
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Reviews (5)
Shawna Fitzpatrick
Feb 12, 2022
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The last year has been full of poor experiences here, and I've had many visits as I had 3 cats, 2 of which were kittens getting up to date. I don't have it in me to write out all my experiences as it is long, but I have taken my kitties elsewhere now. I appreciate the office manager being kind and hearing me out in my long conversation with him. However, I am still very bothered and disappointed by my experiences.
Kristin Lewis
Jan 09, 2022
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First off, I want to say that Marion Animal Hospital is a great facility that I recommend to all of my friends who are local to the area. My only complaint is that they have changed their hours and show no signs of going back. It is a shame. I work during the day Monday through Friday and they have taken away both their evening and weekend hours. It has made it a lot more difficult to make appointments without having to take time off of work or relying on family members to help out.
It's an hour drive round trip to get there and their latest times are hard to come by because everyone else also works during the week and they took away Saturdays. I am disappointed that I have to switch vets in order to accommodate our schedules. More places need to accommodate working people. Taking time off is okay sometimes, but when you have your own doctor's appointments and more than one cat, it can be difficult to get time off when needed. Bring back Saturdays. We don't even go into the clinic anyways. There is no excuse as to why there are at least 5 doctors and not one of them can rotate a Saturday once a month? Please.
It's an hour drive round trip to get there and their latest times are hard to come by because everyone else also works during the week and they took away Saturdays. I am disappointed that I have to switch vets in order to accommodate our schedules. More places need to accommodate working people. Taking time off is okay sometimes, but when you have your own doctor's appointments and more than one cat, it can be difficult to get time off when needed. Bring back Saturdays. We don't even go into the clinic anyways. There is no excuse as to why there are at least 5 doctors and not one of them can rotate a Saturday once a month? Please.
Marguerite G. Welch - Spaziano
Sep 09, 2021
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The friendly staff, quick service. I have never waited long once I arrive for any of my appointment. The best STAFF ON THE EAST COAST.
Jessica Thompson
Mar 20, 2021
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As a young woman I have never been treated so awfully by the grown man that is there office manager. Spoken to so poorly/ talked down to. Have been a patient here forever but after this last experience I will never give them business again or recommend them to anyone. Very very upsetting. They also keep deleting my review lol so they clearly Filter and delete anything they don't like. False advertisement.
Mystee Hazard
Feb 12, 2021
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Love the staff and doctors they are very nice and comforting I have always brought my animals to them my fur babies are worth every penny they are family my kids
