VCA Fitzgerald Animal Hospital

Colchester, VT

At a glance

Facility type
Veterinary Practice
Practice tier
General
Clinic type
Standalone
Operating status
Operational
Appointment model
Appointment
24/7 care
Unknown

Species treated

Small Animal Companion

Services

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

Accreditations

Aaha

Amenities & accessibility

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

Overview

VCA Fitzgerald is a state of the art hospital providing wellness and preventative care to cats, dogs, and pocket pets in the Colchester and surrounding communities for decades. VCA Fitzgerald Animal Hospital is a full-service animal hospital that has been proudly serving Colchester, Burlington, Williston, Lake Champlain Islands, and the surrounding communities for decades. In addition to wellness and surgical services, we offer: Care for cats, dogs, and pocket pets, Dental care, On-site pharmacy and home delivery, In-house lab, Puppy training and socialization

Care capabilities

Emergency
Urgent Care Only
End-of-life care
In Clinic

Team at a glance

5
Veterinarians (DVM)
16
Support staff
21
Total team

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

Technology & equipment

Digital RadiologyEKGOFA X RayTonopenUltrasoundIn House LaboratoryIn Office Surgical Suite

Services in detail

Digital RadiologyEKGOFA X RaySoft Tissue SurgeryTonopenUltrasoundCanine and Feline DiabetesCat DiabetesDog DiabetesBehavior CounselingNutritional CounselingAdult and Senior Wellness
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Flea and Tick ControlImmunizationsMicrochippingNew Kitten and New Puppy PackagesParasite ControlPreventive MedicineVaccinationsWeight Management ProgramWellness ExamsWellness TestingAllergy and Itchy Skin ReliefAnesthesiaDental CareDental X RaysDentistryEar ChecksEmergency CareEuthanasia ServicesFull DiagnosticsGeneral SurgeryGeriatric MedicineHealth CertificatesHealth ExamsHospitalizationHouse CallsIn House LaboratoryIn Office Surgical SuiteIntensive CarePain ManagementPeriodonticsPet Loss SupportRadiologyRoutine SurgeriesSpays and NeutersUrologyZooMED Animal CarePuppy training and socializationOn-site pharmacyHome delivery

Appointments & hours

Mon-Thu 7:00 am - 8:00 pm, Fri 7:00 am - 6:00 pm, Sat 8:00 am - 1:00 pm, Sun Closed; closed Wed 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm for Team Education Training

Frequently asked

Is VCA Fitzgerald Animal Hospital accepting new patients?+

Yes — VCA Fitzgerald Animal Hospital is currently accepting new patients.

Does VCA Fitzgerald Animal Hospital offer emergency or urgent care?+

VCA Fitzgerald Animal Hospital offers urgent care appointments most days of the week (not a 24/7 ER).

Is VCA Fitzgerald Animal Hospital AAHA-accredited?+

Yes — VCA Fitzgerald Animal Hospital is an AAHA-accredited hospital.

Does VCA Fitzgerald Animal Hospital treat exotic pets?+

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

What services does VCA Fitzgerald Animal Hospital offer?+

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

What reviewers say

80% Positive sentiment
based on 209 reviews

This veterinary practice delivers exceptionally compassionate, thorough, and knowledgeable care, earning deep loyalty from pet owners over decades. The team excels in handling anxious animals, managing urgent appointments, and providing gentle support during end-of-life decisions. While most interactions highlight welcoming staff and clear communication, some clients note financial pressures and high costs associated with specific diagnostic procedures.

Frequently praised for

Compassionate StaffKnowledgeable VetsThorough ExplanationsGood With Anxious PetsGreat Emergency ResponseStrong FollowupFair PricingClean Facility

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