Gig Harbor Veterinary Hospital

Gig Harbor, WA

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At a glance

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

Species treated

Small Animal Companion

Services

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

Amenities & accessibility

Parking
Free parking lotOn-site parking
Appointments
Appointment requiredAppointments recommended
Amenities
Restroom
Crowd
LGBTQ+ friendly
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lotWheelchair accessible seating

Overview

Independently owned veterinarian providing care in the Gig Harbor area. Compassionate care that feels like home

Dr. Scott Hoffman purchased Gig Harbor Veterinary Hospital from Dr. Kirby in 2022. Dr. Kirby retired after 52 years in practice at Gig Harbor Veterinary Hospital

Care capabilities

Emergency
Urgent Care Only

Team at a glance

3
Veterinarians (DVM)
1
Licensed technicians
13
Support staff
17
Total team

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

Technology & equipment

X-raysUltrasoundChckVet AppPetDesk booking

Services in detail

Routine CheckupsExaminationsVaccinationsFlea, tick, and heartworm preventativesMicrochip identificationNutrition consultationsAllergy concernsBlood workX-raysUltrasoundMedicationsDiabetic treatmentsMedication refillsHealth certificatesSpay and neuterLump and bump removalDental careSame Day/ Urgent CareRoutine Healthcare

Appointments & hours

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Monday-Friday: 8:00am-5:30pm; Saturday: Closed; Sunday: Closed

Frequently asked

Does Gig Harbor Veterinary Hospital offer emergency or urgent care?+

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

What services does Gig Harbor Veterinary Hospital offer?+

Gig Harbor Veterinary Hospital offers General Practice, Wellness, Vaccination, Spay Neuter, Surgery, Dentistry, Imaging, In House Lab, and more.

What reviewers say

88% Positive sentiment
based on 211 reviews

Gig Harbor Veterinary Hospital offers a welcoming small-town feel with a dedicated team that consistently delivers compassionate, thorough care. The veterinary staff is highly knowledgeable, takes time to explain conditions clearly, and handles anxious pets with exceptional patience and gentleness. The practice is known for accommodating urgent cases and providing supportive, empathetic end-of-life care. Clients frequently highlight fair pricing and a strong focus on practical, patient-first treatment plans rather than unnecessary procedures. Separate entrances for cats and dogs help maintain a lower-stress environment for visits.

Frequently praised for

Compassionate StaffKnowledgeable VetsThorough ExplanationsFair PricingGood With Anxious PetsGreat Emergency ResponseStrong Followup

Aggregated from reviewer feedback across multiple sources.

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