Pet Wellness Exams
Routine exams help our veterinarians catch changes early, answer questions, and create a care plan based on your pet's age, lifestyle, and health history.
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Vet in Fort Thomas KY for Dogs, Cats, and Local Families
Veterinary Medical Centers serve Fort Thomas pets with locally owned, relationship-based veterinary care on Memorial Parkway, close to Highlands High School, Tower Park, Riggs Memorial Park, and nearby Northern Kentucky neighborhoods.
Locally ownedDogs and catsNorthern KentuckyConvenient Memorial Parkway location
Fort Thomas2000 Memorial Parkway, Fort Thomas, KY 41075(859) 442-4420Monday: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
vet in Fort Thomas KY
Local Veterinary Care in Fort Thomas KY
Veterinary Medical Centers is a locally owned vet in Fort Thomas KY providing care for dogs and cats through every stage of life. Our Fort Thomas clinic is located on Memorial Parkway, making it convenient for families near Highlands High School, Tower Park, Riggs Memorial Park, downtown Fort Thomas, Highland Heights, Newport, Bellevue, Dayton, Southgate, and nearby Cincinnati communities.
We focus on relationship-based veterinary medicine. That means we take time to understand your pet's history, explain recommendations clearly, and help you make decisions that fit your pet's health, comfort, and long-term wellbeing.
For many local families, a veterinary clinic needs to be close enough for routine care and steady enough to build trust over time. Our Fort Thomas team supports everyday wellness, new symptoms, dental concerns, surgical planning, and senior pet care with the same standard of communication across visits.
Visit Information
Plan your visit to our Fort Thomas clinic.
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Address
2000 Memorial Parkway, Fort Thomas, KY 41075
- Easy clinic access for local pet families
- Highland Heights, Newport, Bellevue, Dayton, Southgate, Cold Spring, Alexandria, Silver Grove, Cincinnati
Phone
(859) 442-4420Call for appointments, urgent questions, and same-day availability.
- Best first step if your pet is sick or symptoms are changing
- Our team can help you choose the right appointment type
Hours
- Monday: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
- Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
- Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
- Thursday: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
- Friday: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
- Saturday: Rotating, call ahead
- Sunday: Closed
Saturday availability may rotate. Call ahead before planning a weekend visit.
Parking
On-site parking available
- Pull in close to the clinic instead of searching for street parking
- Helpful for senior pets, cats in carriers, and nervous dogs
Patients Seen
Dogs, cats, puppies, and kittens
- Wellness, sick visits, dental care, diagnostics, surgery consultations, prevention, and senior care
- Relationship-based care from puppy and kitten visits through senior pet support
Directions & Parking
Directions to Our Fort Thomas Veterinary Clinic
Our Fort Thomas location is on Memorial Parkway near familiar local landmarks, including Highlands High School, Tower Park, Riggs Memorial Park, and the Northern Kentucky Water District area. The clinic offers on-site parking to make arrival easier for pets and families.
About 10 minutes from downtown via I-471 N
Cincinnati Pet Owners: You're Closer Than You Think
If you live in Cincinnati or just across the river, Veterinary Medical Centers of Fort Thomas is one of the most convenient locally owned vet options in the area. Take I-471 North into Kentucky, exit at Exit 5 (Memorial Parkway), and you're here — with on-site parking waiting. No meters. No blocks to walk. Just pull in and you're at the door. Families from Clifton, Mount Lookout, Hyde Park, and Anderson Township make the short drive regularly.
I-471 N → Exit 5 (Memorial Pkwy) → left on Memorial Pkwy → clinic on the right. On-site parking available.
Veterinary Services
Veterinary Services Available in Fort Thomas KY
Full-service care for dogs and cats — from wellness visits and vaccines to dental care, diagnostics, surgery consultations, and senior pet support.
Dog & Cat Vaccinations
Vaccines help protect pets from serious and preventable diseases, with recommendations based on age, lifestyle, travel, exposure risk, and medical history.
View vaccination carePuppy & Kitten Care
First exams, vaccine schedules, parasite prevention, nutrition guidance, microchipping, behavior questions, and early health planning for new pets.
Start puppy or kitten careSenior Pet Care
More frequent monitoring, early detection, mobility support, dental care, and chronic condition guidance for aging dogs and cats.
Plan senior pet careSick Pet Visits
Evaluation for vomiting, limping, coughing, appetite changes, pain, lethargy, behavior changes, or pets who are not acting like themselves.
Schedule a sick visitVeterinary Diagnostics
Lab work, imaging discussions, and other testing recommendations that help guide care for illness, senior pets, surgery, or unclear symptoms.
Learn about diagnosticsPet Dental Care
Dental exams, professional cleaning discussions, dental X-rays when appropriate, treatment planning, and home dental care guidance for dogs and cats with oral health needs.
Explore dental careSpay & Neuter Surgery
Spay and neuter procedures with guidance on timing, preparation, safety, monitoring, pain control, and recovery at home.
Learn about spay & neuterSoft Tissue Surgery
Common soft tissue procedures with careful monitoring, pain management, and clear post-operative instructions.
Learn about surgeryParasite Prevention
Year-round guidance for fleas, ticks, heartworms, and intestinal parasites based on your pet's lifestyle and local Northern Kentucky risks.
Ask about preventionSkin, Ear & Allergy Care
Evaluation for itching, licking, ear odor, hair loss, hot spots, recurring skin irritation, and allergy-related symptoms.
Get skin & ear helpNutrition & Weight Guidance
Practical guidance for food choices, feeding routines, weight changes, life-stage nutrition, and diet questions tied to your pet's health needs.
Talk about nutritionWhy This Location
Why Fort Thomas Families Choose Veterinary Medical Centers
Convenient Memorial Parkway Location
Our Fort Thomas clinic is easy to access for families near Highlands High School, Tower Park, Riggs Memorial Park, downtown Fort Thomas, and nearby river city communities.
Locally Owned Veterinary Care
As a locally owned veterinary clinic, decisions are made close to the pets and families we serve, not by a distant corporate office.
Relationship-Based Medicine
We focus on continuity, trust, and clear communication so families can make informed decisions over time.
Full-Service Dog and Cat Care
From wellness exams and vaccines to dental care, diagnostics, surgery, and sick visits, your pet can receive many essential services from one trusted team.
Low-Stress Visits
Our team uses calm communication and thoughtful handling to help make visits more comfortable for pets and their people.
Northern Kentucky Community Roots
Our team is connected to the communities we serve and understands the needs of local pet families.
Locally & Independently Owned
A Fort Thomas Veterinarian Who Calls This Home
Dr. Kristi Baker doesn't just work in Fort Thomas — she lives here. Her kids attend Fort Thomas City Schools. Her family is woven into this neighborhood, and her investment in this community goes well beyond clinic hours.
That personal stake shapes everything about how Veterinary Medical Centers of Fort Thomas operates. Care is relationship-based, decisions are made close to home, and the team genuinely knows the families it serves.
When you bring your pet here, you're trusting a practice owned by someone who understands what it means to be a Fort Thomas family — because she is one.
Nearby Communities
Veterinary Care Near Fort Thomas and Nearby NKY Communities
Our Fort Thomas clinic is convenient for pet owners throughout Campbell County and the river cities, including families who want local veterinary care without crossing into a larger corporate clinic setting.
Fort ThomasHighland HeightsNewportBellevueDaytonSouthgateCold SpringAlexandriaSilver GroveCincinnati neighborhoods across the river
If you are searching for a vet near Fort Thomas KY, a dog vet near Newport KY, or a cat vet near Highland Heights KY, our Memorial Parkway location is designed to be easy to access and simple to visit.
First Visit
What to expect at your first visit.
New patients are welcome at our Fort Thomas location. Here is how a first appointment typically works.
Request an appointment
Call the clinic, send a message, or use the online appointment request.
Complete new patient forms
Share your contact info, pet details, prior clinic, and visit goals before you arrive.
Bring prior veterinary records
Vaccine history, medications, lab results, and adoption paperwork all help.
Share your pet's history and concerns
Tell us what changed, what worries you, and what you want the visit to accomplish.
Meet with the veterinary team
Your veterinarian examines your pet, explains findings, and answers questions.
Leave with a clear care plan
You leave with practical guidance, follow-up timing, and a clear plan for your pet.
What Pet Owners Say
Trusted by Northern Kentucky pet families.
Pet owners choose Veterinary Medical Centers because they want local care that feels personal, clear, and consistent.
Dr. Baker and her associates are amazing. They treat your pets like family and take the time to answer every question without rushing.
From the moment we walked in, everything felt calm and thoughtful. The team took time to help my cat feel comfortable.
The staff is gentle, kind, and professional. They explained pricing upfront and followed up the next day to check on my pet.
Our Other Location
Need a Vet Closer to Kenton County?
Veterinary Medical Centers also has an Independence location on Madison Pike for families closer to central Northern Kentucky, Taylor Mill, Covington, Erlanger, and surrounding communities.
Pet Care Resources
Helpful guides before or after your Fort Thomas visit.
Browse practical education from the Veterinary Medical Centers team, then call us if you want help applying it to your pet.
Wellness
When a Pet Seems Painful but You Cannot Find the Cause
Helpful local guidance on pet pain signs for dog and cat owners in Fort Thomas, Independence, Northern Kentucky, and nearby Cincinnati.
Read resourceWellness
Small Cuts, Scrapes, and Bite Wounds: When Pets Need Care
Helpful local guidance on pet cuts scrapes bite wounds for dog and cat owners in Fort Thomas, Independence, Northern Kentucky, and nearby Cincinnati.
Read resourceWellness
Post-Surgery Home Care for Dogs and Cats
Helpful local guidance on post surgery home care pets for dog and cat owners in Fort Thomas, Independence, Northern Kentucky, and nearby Cincinnati.
Read resourceFrequently Asked Questions
Questions about our Fort Thomas vet clinic.
Next Steps
Ready to visit our Fort Thomas location?
Call our Fort Thomas team, request an appointment online, or complete your new patient form before your first visit.