Kinship Animal Hospital

Richmond, VA

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 Spay Neuter Surgery Dentistry Imaging In House Lab Pharmacy End Of Life Urgent Care

Amenities & accessibility

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

Overview

Kinship Animal Hospital has the friendly feel of a neighborhood vet, with a great staff to make you feel welcome every time you come in. We take the time to get to know you and answer all of your questions

Dr. Emily Kirkpatrick started Kinship Animal Hospital to meet a growing need for access to veterinary care in the Manchester and Southside Richmond area. She moved with her family to the Woodland Heights neighborhood in 2016, after a decade away from Richmond, and fell in love with the area

Mission — Our goal is to serve Manchester and the surrounding neighborhoods by offering personalized medicine and following our values of openness, honesty and integrity

Team at a glance

2
Veterinarians (DVM)
1
Licensed technicians
7
Support staff
10
Total team

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

Services in detail

Wellness and preventive careDentistryInternal medicineSpay and neuterLimited soft tissue surgeryGeriatric careDaytime hospitalization

Appointments & hours

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Mon – Fri: 8am – 5pm

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Frequently asked

Is Kinship Animal Hospital accepting new patients?+

Yes — Kinship Animal Hospital is currently accepting new patients.

Does Kinship Animal Hospital treat exotic pets?+

Yes — Kinship Animal Hospital offers care for exotic pets in addition to small animals.

What services does Kinship Animal Hospital offer?+

Kinship Animal Hospital offers General Practice, Wellness, Vaccination, Spay Neuter, Surgery, Dentistry, Imaging, In House Lab, and more.

What reviewers say

93% Positive sentiment
based on 329 reviews

Kinship Animal Hospital is a well-regarded independent veterinary practice located in Richmond, VA, known for its exceptionally compassionate and knowledgeable staff. The team demonstrates high competence and patience, especially when handling anxious or reactive pets. The facility is consistently described as clean and welcoming, offering fair and transparent pricing for routine care, dental procedures, and travel paperwork. Appointments are generally straightforward to schedule, and staff members provide clear explanations and thorough follow-ups after visits. While most experiences are overwhelmingly positive, occasional communication hurdles and scheduling limitations are noted.

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.