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Proudly serving pet families throughout Fairfax and the surrounding 22030, 22031, 22032, 22033, and 22035 ZIP codes. Conveniently located for pet owners in Fairfax, Vienna, Oakton, Fairfax Station, and Burke. With easy access from the surrounding communities of Merrifield and Fair Oaks.
Address
10396 Willard Way Fairfax, VA 22030
Located just off Main Street near George Mason University, our office is easy to find whether you're coming from downtown Fairfax or I-66.
Fax
571.407.7056
Hours
Monday - Friday: 8:30am - 6pm
Saturday: 9am - 1:30pm (Select Saturdays)
Reviews
This vet is AMAZING. They’re so attentive, polite, patient, and kind. They are very empathetic and take great care of your pet. They even had dog toys, calm music, and a super clean environment for our puppy! I bet our dog didn’t even know he was at the doctors. We have been to many many vets in the past, and this is by far the best place. Also, Natalie is great!!
The people here are amazing, especially with nervous dogs! And during a chat with the vet, we got three really good tips for various issues we've been having.
Our dog is very vet reactive and our behaviorist recommended that we move to this practice a few years ago. What a fantastic recommendation that's been, because this place is incredible.
Everything at this practice is set up with the animals' comfort in mind. There's no waiting room, and only one pet is allowed in the lobby at a time. Treatments are done in the room with you whenever possible, and the rooms themselves are stocked with treats, toys, and soft bedding.
Vet offices usually see the worst of our older dog, but everyone at this practice has been incredibly kind, patient, and creative when treating him, and they are always happy to see us.
The doctors are wonderful of course, but I especially want to highlight the nurses and front desk staff. Every nurse we've worked with has been willing to work with my wacky distraction ideas during injections, done gymnastics to give vaccines to a thrashing dog, and been thoughtful and practical about which vitals are realistic to do. During exams, they're always ready with treats and pets to help anxious pets feel a little calmer.
And the admin team are so on the ball - they have detailed notes on your animal's specific needs, and I have never needed to remind them that we need a sedated exam or extra time for shots. They're pros at scheduling, and quick to put in prescription renewals. And they let us keep a card on file to minimize time in the office. This is probably the only front desk I _enjoy_ calling.
Fairfax Veterinary Hospital has been an amazing partner in treating our two dogs, and we're so lucky to have found them.
Everything at this practice is set up with the animals' comfort in mind. There's no waiting room, and only one pet is allowed in the lobby at a time. Treatments are done in the room with you whenever possible, and the rooms themselves are stocked with treats, toys, and soft bedding.
Vet offices usually see the worst of our older dog, but everyone at this practice has been incredibly kind, patient, and creative when treating him, and they are always happy to see us.
The doctors are wonderful of course, but I especially want to highlight the nurses and front desk staff. Every nurse we've worked with has been willing to work with my wacky distraction ideas during injections, done gymnastics to give vaccines to a thrashing dog, and been thoughtful and practical about which vitals are realistic to do. During exams, they're always ready with treats and pets to help anxious pets feel a little calmer.
And the admin team are so on the ball - they have detailed notes on your animal's specific needs, and I have never needed to remind them that we need a sedated exam or extra time for shots. They're pros at scheduling, and quick to put in prescription renewals. And they let us keep a card on file to minimize time in the office. This is probably the only front desk I _enjoy_ calling.
Fairfax Veterinary Hospital has been an amazing partner in treating our two dogs, and we're so lucky to have found them.
If my dog could pick her favorite vet care ever ... it would be Fairfax Veterinary Hospital, no contest -- and her human agrees! They did not overlook one detail in their no-fear approach or their human customer service approach. All those extras added to the care was not felt in the price either. Why choose a comparable vet without the extras or the additional integrative training when it is needed? I also appreciate all the additional info for her senior health and conditioning. Having homework is always a good thing.
I kind of dread taking my senior cat to the vet, it’s always expensive, there’s always something not quite right but no real solution is given and I always walk away feeling a little defeated and sad. Yesterday was the first time I actually walked out feeling good about what I paid, the care he received and the direction we are going to address some health concerns. I can’t thank the care team enough, they were awesome and I look forward to continuing care here. It’s expensive but you aren’t just pay for a vet, you are paying for a team of people that care and do everything they can to show you that. Thanks for being awesome.
I cannot recommend these people enough, I sadly lost my cat due to old age, but these lovely people took so much care of him afterwards and even helped me get through my immediate sadness, they also took excellent care of my boy when I held him over and gave me prints, and his collar back, as well as a gorgeous box for him and a clay paw print. 100% would recommend and if I am ever in the area again and need a doctor these are the people I'm trusting with my animals
Fairfax Veterinary Hospital is an outstanding choice for anyone with a dog who is fearful or reactive at the vet. They are a true Fear Free practice in every sense… not just in name, but in the way the staff move, speak, make decisions, and structure the environment. Their commitment to keeping dogs under threshold is 100%.
We joined their Calm at the Vet program after a frightening blood draw at a previous clinic (frightening for the vet, my dog, and me). My dog panicked, and despite his escalating fear, the vet recommended we proceed. I regret consenting to that. His anxiety around veterinary care intensified afterward, and I worried that he might need full sedation for every procedure going forward. Fairfax Veterinary Hospital takes the opposite approach. They will not push a dog into panic, and they will not push through it. They prioritize emotional safety, trust, and consent above all else.
The Calm at the Vet program includes six visits with a veterinary technician, written materials, videos, and structured homework. And the homework truly matters. This isn’t a program where you drop off your dog and someone “fixes” their fear. Owners have to participate actively by learning new handling skills, practicing between sessions, and helping their dogs build trust gradually. In our case, my dog also needs medication support to stay under threshold, and Fairfax Veterinary Hospital quickly landed on a protocol that worked for him.
Katie, the veterinary technician who worked with us, was exceptional. She read my dog’s body language with precision, adjusted each session to his comfort level, and provided clear, encouraging coaching that kept me motivated. She also set realistic expectations from the start… every dog is different, and progress looks different for each team, while still keeping my specific goals in mind and helping us work toward them.
Today, at our final session, my dog calmly cooperated with a blood draw without restraint and without even a lip curl. This was the goal I’d hoped for, and one I wasn’t sure was achievable. A year ago, he had a full-on lunging panic attack during this same procedure. The transformation in his behavior and trust is remarkable, and it’s entirely due to Fairfax Veterinary Hospital’s thoughtful, consent-based approach and the teamwork they foster between dogs, staff, and guardians.
The clinic environment itself is calm, quiet, and intentionally designed to reduce stress. Every step is gentle and rooted in science-based behavioral understanding. I also felt genuinely supported as a guardian. They treated me as a partner, not a bystander.
Every dog is different, and not every process or outcome will look like ours. In fact, my dog might have needed lifelong full sedation. Fairfax Veterinary Hospital initially recommended a fully sedated exam as the safest starting point. I asked to try the Calm at the Vet sessions first, and in our case, they worked. What you can trust is that Fairfax Veterinary Hospital will help you understand what’s realistic for your dog and partner with you to choose the safest, most compassionate path for your dog’s individual needs.
If you have a fearful, anxious, or reactive dog, and you’re willing to put in the work, Fairfax Veterinary Hospital can make a profound difference. I recommend them wholeheartedly.
We joined their Calm at the Vet program after a frightening blood draw at a previous clinic (frightening for the vet, my dog, and me). My dog panicked, and despite his escalating fear, the vet recommended we proceed. I regret consenting to that. His anxiety around veterinary care intensified afterward, and I worried that he might need full sedation for every procedure going forward. Fairfax Veterinary Hospital takes the opposite approach. They will not push a dog into panic, and they will not push through it. They prioritize emotional safety, trust, and consent above all else.
The Calm at the Vet program includes six visits with a veterinary technician, written materials, videos, and structured homework. And the homework truly matters. This isn’t a program where you drop off your dog and someone “fixes” their fear. Owners have to participate actively by learning new handling skills, practicing between sessions, and helping their dogs build trust gradually. In our case, my dog also needs medication support to stay under threshold, and Fairfax Veterinary Hospital quickly landed on a protocol that worked for him.
Katie, the veterinary technician who worked with us, was exceptional. She read my dog’s body language with precision, adjusted each session to his comfort level, and provided clear, encouraging coaching that kept me motivated. She also set realistic expectations from the start… every dog is different, and progress looks different for each team, while still keeping my specific goals in mind and helping us work toward them.
Today, at our final session, my dog calmly cooperated with a blood draw without restraint and without even a lip curl. This was the goal I’d hoped for, and one I wasn’t sure was achievable. A year ago, he had a full-on lunging panic attack during this same procedure. The transformation in his behavior and trust is remarkable, and it’s entirely due to Fairfax Veterinary Hospital’s thoughtful, consent-based approach and the teamwork they foster between dogs, staff, and guardians.
The clinic environment itself is calm, quiet, and intentionally designed to reduce stress. Every step is gentle and rooted in science-based behavioral understanding. I also felt genuinely supported as a guardian. They treated me as a partner, not a bystander.
Every dog is different, and not every process or outcome will look like ours. In fact, my dog might have needed lifelong full sedation. Fairfax Veterinary Hospital initially recommended a fully sedated exam as the safest starting point. I asked to try the Calm at the Vet sessions first, and in our case, they worked. What you can trust is that Fairfax Veterinary Hospital will help you understand what’s realistic for your dog and partner with you to choose the safest, most compassionate path for your dog’s individual needs.
If you have a fearful, anxious, or reactive dog, and you’re willing to put in the work, Fairfax Veterinary Hospital can make a profound difference. I recommend them wholeheartedly.
Great vet clinic for my reactive dog. Easy to schedule an appointment and very clean