Preventive care
Yearly exams, vaccines, and parasite prevention that catch small changes before they become big ones.
Veterinary services
Full-service animal hospital in Northern Kentucky.
Wellness care, dental care, surgery, diagnostics, and sick visits for dogs and cats, all from one locally owned team in Fort Thomas and Independence.
What can we help with today?
Start with what you’ve noticed.
You don't need to know which appointment to book. Pick what sounds closest and we'll point you in the right direction.
Care under one roof
Everything a Northern Kentucky animal hospital should be.
From routine prevention to surgery, our veterinarians handle the full range of dog and cat care, so your pet's history stays with one team that knows them.
Medical & diagnostic care
Sick visits, testing, and ongoing support when your pet isn't feeling like themselves.
Surgery & dental care
Planned procedures with careful monitoring, pain control, and clear recovery instructions.
All veterinary services
Animal hospital services for dogs and cats.
Browse every service we offer at our Fort Thomas and Independence clinics. Not sure which fits? Our team can help you choose.
Showing 12 services
Dental & Surgery
Pet Dental Care
Dental exams, cleaning recommendations, oral health assessment, dental X-ray discussion, and treatment planning for dogs and cats.
Best for
Learn moreBad breathVisible tartarRed gumsChewing changes
Preventive Care
Pet Wellness Exams
Routine nose-to-tail exams for dogs and cats with prevention planning, vaccine review, parasite guidance, and practical life-stage advice.
Best for
Learn moreAnnual checkupsNewly adopted petsPrevention planningSenior monitoring
Life Stage Care
Puppy & Kitten Care
First-year veterinary care for puppies and kittens with exams, vaccines, parasite prevention, nutrition, behavior, and microchip conversations.
Best for
Learn moreNew puppiesNew kittensFirst-time pet ownersAdoption record review
Medical Care
Sick Pet Visits
Veterinary visits for dogs and cats who are vomiting, limping, coughing, painful, lethargic, not eating, or acting different.
Best for
Learn moreVomiting or diarrheaLimping or painAppetite changesCoughing or urinary concerns
Preventive Care
Dog & Cat Vaccinations
Core and lifestyle vaccine planning for dogs, cats, puppies, and kittens based on age, records, risk, and local requirements.
Best for
Learn morePuppy and kitten boostersAdult vaccine updatesBoarding or travel planningLifestyle risk review
Preventive Care
Nutrition & Weight Guidance
Practical nutrition and weight conversations for dogs and cats based on age, body condition, health needs, feeding routines, and goals.
Best for
Learn moreWeight managementDiet questionsLife-stage feedingChronic condition support
Preventive Care
Parasite Prevention
Year-round flea, tick, heartworm, and intestinal parasite prevention guidance for dogs and cats based on lifestyle and local risk.
Best for
Learn moreYear-round preventionOutdoor exposurePuppies and kittensTravel or adoption
Life Stage Care
Senior Pet Care
Veterinary care for aging dogs and cats with closer monitoring, comfort support, diagnostics, dental review, mobility help, and family guidance.
Best for
Learn moreAging dogsAging catsMobility changesChronic condition monitoring
Medical Care
Skin, Ear & Allergy Care
Evaluation for itching, licking, chewing, ear odor, head shaking, hair loss, hot spots, redness, and recurring allergy-like symptoms.
Best for
Learn moreItching or lickingEar odor or head shakingHair loss or rednessRecurring skin irritation
Dental & Surgery
Soft Tissue Surgery
Selected soft tissue procedures for dogs and cats, including consultation, anesthesia planning, monitoring, and post-operative instructions.
Best for
Learn moreMass removalsWound repairsSelected proceduresSurgical consultations
Dental & Surgery
Spay & Neuter Surgery
Spay and neuter surgery conversations for dogs and cats with timing guidance, pre-surgical planning, monitoring, and recovery support.
Best for
Learn morePuppies and kittensNewly adopted petsReproductive preventionSurgery planning
Medical Care
Veterinary Diagnostics
Diagnostic testing conversations and sample collection to help evaluate illness, senior changes, pre-surgical needs, or unclear symptoms.
Best for
Learn moreUnclear symptomsSenior monitoringPre-surgical screeningTreatment follow-up
Why families choose us
An animal hospital that knows your pet.
Vet visits shouldn’t feel rushed. As a locally owned practice, we give every visit room for questions and every pet a team that remembers them.
Meet our veterinarians →We listen first
Tell us what you've noticed at home. That context shapes every exam.
We explain the why
You'll understand every recommendation and its options before deciding.
We stay with you
From the first puppy visit through senior care, the same team knows your pet.
A gentler visit
Fear Free–minded handling and thoughtful pacing help nervous pets settle in.
What to expect
You’ll always know what happens next.
Tell us what's going on
Share symptoms, questions, behavior changes, medications, diet, or anything you've noticed at home.
We'll take a careful look
Your veterinarian examines your pet and talks through what they find in clear, practical language.
We'll explain the options
If testing or treatment may help, we'll explain why, what it involves, and what choices make sense.
You leave with a plan
You'll know what to do at home, what to watch for, and when to come back.
Think it’s an emergency? Contact an emergency veterinary hospital right away.
Fort Thomas & Independence
Two animal hospital locations in Northern Kentucky.
Fort Thomas, KY
Veterinary Medical Center of Fort Thomas
2000 Memorial Parkway, Fort Thomas, KY 41075(859) 442-4420
Monday–Friday · 8 AM–6 PM
Independence, KY
Veterinary Medical Center of Independence
4147 Madison Pike, Independence, KY 41051(859) 356-2242
Monday–Friday · 8 AM–6 PM
Frequently Asked Questions
Questions about our Northern Kentucky animal hospital
Here when you need us
Let’s take good care of them, together.
Whether you’re new to VMC or have been visiting for years, we’re here to help your pet feel their best.
