VCA Kirkwood Animal Hospital
Newark, DE
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
- Yes
Species treated
Services
Amenities & accessibility
Overview
At VCA Kirkwood Animal Hospital, we've helped pets live long, healthy and happy lives since 1958. We work hard to deliver the best medical care for your pets, and the best experience for you, the pet owner. Located in Newark and serving New Castle County, our veterinarians, technicians and pet-friendly support staff are trained to the highest standards. Their thorough knowledge of the latest procedures and medicines ensures that our patients receive the best in preventive and healing care
We've helped pets live long, healthy and happy lives since 1958
Care capabilities
- Emergency
- Urgent Care Only
- End-of-life care
- In Clinic
- Pet insurance
- Accepted
Team at a glance
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Technology & equipment
Services in detail
Appointments & hours
Mon - Thu: 8:00 am - 8:00 pm, Fri: 8:00 am - 6:00 pm, Sat: 8:00 am - 1:00 pm, Sun: Closed
Frequently asked
Is VCA Kirkwood Animal Hospital accepting new patients?+
Yes — VCA Kirkwood Animal Hospital is currently accepting new patients.
Does VCA Kirkwood Animal Hospital offer emergency or urgent care?+
VCA Kirkwood Animal Hospital offers urgent care appointments most days of the week (not a 24/7 ER).
Does VCA Kirkwood Animal Hospital treat exotic pets?+
Yes — VCA Kirkwood Animal Hospital offers care for exotic pets in addition to small animals.
What services does VCA Kirkwood Animal Hospital offer?+
VCA Kirkwood Animal Hospital offers General Practice, Wellness, Vaccination, Spay Neuter, Surgery, Dentistry, Imaging, In House Lab, and more.
When was VCA Kirkwood Animal Hospital established?+
VCA Kirkwood Animal Hospital has served the Newark, DE community since 1958.
What reviewers say
VCA Kirkwood Animal Hospital in Newark, DE offers comprehensive veterinary care, grooming, and boarding services. The facility is consistently described as very clean, welcoming, and well-organized, with a compassionate and knowledgeable staff that handles pets with care, including anxious or aggressive animals. While many clients praise the thorough explanations, prompt emergency responses, and tender end-of-life support, some note that services can be expensive and billing issues or communication lapses can occasionally occur.
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Data as of July 2026. VetPulse aggregates public-record and licensing data; it does not represent the practice directly.