New Canaan Veterinary Hospital

New Canaan, CT

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At a glance

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

Species treated

Small Animal Companion

Services

General Practice Wellness Vaccination Surgery Dentistry Imaging In House Lab Pharmacy

Amenities & accessibility

Appointments
Appointments recommended
Amenities
Restroom
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lotWheelchair accessible restroom

Overview

New Canaan Veterinary Hospital is a small practice with an emphasis on our patients. Established in 1949 by Dr. James Whitloch, we stand as a beacon of family-owned dedication to animal care. While many veterinary practices succumb to corporate acquisition, we remain proudly independent, ensuring unmatched service and personalized attention for each cherished patient. As the foremost full-service animal health care center in New Canaan, our legacy spans over six decades, serving as a trusted ally for our community’s pets. At NCVH, we treat your pets like the valued family members they are!

Founded in 1949 by Dr. James Whitloch. With Dr. Paul Potenza, an expert veterinarian in New Canaan, at the helm since 1996, we continue our legacy of excellence

Mission — Our goal is to provide the best service for you and exceptional care for your pets

Team at a glance

3
Veterinarians (DVM)
4
Support staff
7
Total team

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

Technology & equipment

digital imaging

Services in detail

Wellness CareVaccinationsDental CareSurgeryIn-House DiagnosticsParasite PreventionMicrochippingSenior Pet CareNutritional CounselingInternational Travel Certificatesbehavioral counselingdietary counselingdigital imaging

Appointments & hours

Mon-Fri: 8:00AM - 5:00PM, CLOSED FOR LUNCH: 1:00PM - 2:00PM Closed Weekends

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Frequently asked

What services does New Canaan Veterinary Hospital offer?+

New Canaan Veterinary Hospital offers General Practice, Wellness, Vaccination, Surgery, Dentistry, Imaging, In House Lab, Pharmacy.

When was New Canaan Veterinary Hospital established?+

New Canaan Veterinary Hospital has served the New Canaan, CT community since 1949.

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