Briar Patch Veterinary Hospital

Ithaca, NY

At a glance

Facility type
Veterinary Practice
Practice tier
General
Clinic type
Standalone
Operating status
Operational
Appointment model
Appointment
24/7 care
No

Species treated

Small Animal Companion

Services

General Practice Wellness Vaccination Surgery Dentistry Imaging In House Lab Pharmacy

Accreditations

Aaha

Amenities & accessibility

Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lotWheelchair accessible restroom

Overview

We look forward to serving you and your pet with the best possible veterinary care. We utilize the most current standards of care, and we specialize in providing comprehensive wellness care to keep your pet healthy now and in the future

Since 1985, the veterinarians and support staff at Briar Patch Veterinary Hospital have sought to achieve the highest standards of veterinary medicine

Mission — We believe that your pet is a part of the family, yours and ours. That is why we have made it our mission to provide comprehensive and compassionate veterinary care that is in the best interests of you and your furriest family member

Care capabilities

Emergency
Urgent Care Only

Team at a glance

3
Veterinarians (DVM)
3
Support staff
6
Total team

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

Technology & equipment

On-site laboratoryDiagnostic imagingElectrocardiography (ECG)EchocardiographyHolter monitoringX-raysBlood tests including ProBNP and NT-proBNPRAST testingIntradermal skin testing

Services in detail

Wellness careVaccinationsSpay and neuterDentistrySurgeryDiagnostic imagingIn-house laboratoryPharmacyHospitalizationUrgent careEmergency careEnd-of-life care
Show all 31 services
MicrochippingNutrition counselingAcupunctureAllergy testingBehavior servicesCancer treatmentCardiologyDermatologyDewormingEye careFlea and tick preventionHeartworm preventionKitten careSenior carePain managementPreventive careSemi-annual wellness examsMedicationsLaboratory

Appointments & hours

Book online

Monday - Friday: 8:00am - 5:00pm

Connect

Frequently asked

Is Briar Patch Veterinary Hospital accepting new patients?+

Yes — Briar Patch Veterinary Hospital is currently accepting new patients.

Does Briar Patch Veterinary Hospital offer emergency or urgent care?+

Briar Patch Veterinary Hospital offers urgent care appointments most days of the week (not a 24/7 ER).

Is Briar Patch Veterinary Hospital AAHA-accredited?+

Yes — Briar Patch Veterinary Hospital is an AAHA-accredited hospital.

Does Briar Patch Veterinary Hospital treat exotic pets?+

Yes — Briar Patch Veterinary Hospital offers care for exotic pets in addition to small animals.

What services does Briar Patch Veterinary Hospital offer?+

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

When was Briar Patch Veterinary Hospital established?+

Briar Patch Veterinary Hospital has served the Ithaca, NY community since 1985.

What reviewers say

93% Positive sentiment
based on 164 reviews

Briar Patch Veterinary Hospital is an independent veterinary practice located in Ithaca, New York, known for providing compassionate, thorough, and knowledgeable care for dogs, cats, and exotic pets. The facility features a welcoming environment with wooded dog trails and a dedicated team of veterinarians and technicians who excel at handling anxious or reactive animals, communicating clearly, and offering flexible treatment options. Services include wellness care, acupuncture, exotics care, and end-of-life support.

Frequently praised for

Compassionate StaffKnowledgeable VetsThorough ExplanationsShort WaitEasy SchedulingFair PricingClean FacilityGood With Anxious Pets

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