Chippens Hill Veterinary Hospital

Bristol, CT

At a glance

Facility type
Veterinary Practice
Practice tier
General
Clinic type
Hospital
Operating status
Operational
Appointment model
Both
24/7 care
No
Accepting new patients
Unknown

Species treated

Small Animal Companion Exotic Companion Mammal Reptile Amphibian

Services

General Practice Wellness Vaccination Spay Neuter Surgery Dentistry Imaging In House Lab Pharmacy Hospitalization End Of Life

Accreditations

Aaha

Amenities & accessibility

Parking
Free parking lot
Appointments
Appointment requiredAppointments recommended
Service options
Onsite services
Amenities
Restroom
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lotWheelchair accessible restroom

Overview

Compassionate companion care. Providing unparalleled primary care in an atmosphere of uncompromising compassion so our patients live long and healthy lives

Chippens Hill Veterinary Hospital was established by Dr. Larry Linnetz in 1976. Years ago, when Dr Larry Linnetz built Chippens Hill Veterinary, it was called “Hospital” because it is zoned for housing animals overnight

Mission — Committed to providing unparalleled primary care in an atmosphere of uncompromising compassion so our patients live long and healthy lives

Care capabilities

Pet insurance
Accepted

Team at a glance

6
Veterinarians (DVM)

Individual names, titles & bios are in the practice intelligence layer below.

Technology & equipment

Class IV LaserUltrasoundIn-house LaboratoryTelemedicine (Airvet)

Services in detail

Pet VaccinationsChiropracticIn Patient CareClass IV LaserExotic Pet CarePreventive CareMicrochippingAcupunctureDentistryUltrasoundWellness ExamElective Surgery
Show all 17 services
Soft-tissue SurgeryIn-house LaboratoryPharmacyTelemedicineEmergency & Urgent Care

Appointments & hours

Book online

Monday: 8am-5:30pm Tuesday: 8am-5:30pm Wednesday: 8am-5:30pm Thursday: 8am-5:30pm Friday: 8am-5:30pm Saturday: Closed Sunday: Closed

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Frequently asked

Is Chippens Hill Veterinary Hospital AAHA-accredited?+

Yes — Chippens Hill Veterinary Hospital is an AAHA-accredited hospital.

Does Chippens Hill Veterinary Hospital treat exotic pets?+

Yes — Chippens Hill Veterinary Hospital offers care for exotic pets in addition to small animals.

What services does Chippens Hill Veterinary Hospital offer?+

Chippens Hill Veterinary Hospital offers General Practice, Wellness, Vaccination, Spay Neuter, Surgery, Dentistry, Imaging, In House Lab, and more.

When was Chippens Hill Veterinary Hospital established?+

Chippens Hill Veterinary Hospital has served the Bristol, CT community since 1976.

What reviewers say

88% Positive sentiment
based on 364 reviews

Chippens Hill Veterinary Hospital is widely recognized for its compassionate, knowledgeable veterinary team and exceptionally thorough patient care. The practice offers a welcoming, well-organized environment with modern communication technology, earning strong loyalty from pet owners for routine care, specialized treatments like acupuncture, and sensitive end-of-life support. While most experiences reflect high standards of professionalism and gentle handling of anxious pets, pricing tends to run higher than average, and availability for urgent or emergency cases can be limited.

Frequently praised for

Compassionate StaffKnowledgeable VetsThorough ExplanationsClean FacilityGood With Anxious PetsGreat Emergency ResponseStrong Followup

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Data as of July 2026. VetPulse aggregates public-record and licensing data; it does not represent the practice directly.