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.
Learn about wellness examsVeterinary Medical Centers
Newport East, KY is among the closest communities to Veterinary Medical Center of Fort Thomas — just about one mile away via Memorial Parkway and I-471. Residents on the east side of Newport have a straight shot to our clinic without crossing into Cincinnati or navigating downtown traffic. We provide locally owned, full-service dog and cat care with same-week scheduling for most appointment types.

Veterinary Care Near Newport East
The east-side Newport neighborhoods sit directly adjacent to the Memorial Parkway corridor, making our Fort Thomas clinic extremely convenient for routine care and unplanned sick visits alike. Many Newport East families appreciate not having to plan around downtown parking or bridge traffic when their pet needs a checkup. Our team welcomes new patients and builds long-term relationships with the pets and families in our practice.
Veterinary Services
Full-service care for dogs and cats — from wellness visits and vaccines to dental care, diagnostics, surgery, and senior pet support.
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.
Learn about wellness examsVaccines help protect pets from serious and preventable diseases, with recommendations based on age, lifestyle, travel, exposure risk, and medical history.
View vaccination careFirst exams, vaccine schedules, parasite prevention, nutrition guidance, microchipping, behavior questions, and early health planning for new pets.
Start puppy or kitten careMore frequent monitoring, early detection, mobility support, dental care, and chronic condition guidance for aging dogs and cats.
Plan senior pet careEvaluation for vomiting, limping, coughing, appetite changes, pain, lethargy, behavior changes, or pets who are not acting like themselves.
Schedule a sick visitDental 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 and neuter procedures with guidance on timing, preparation, safety, monitoring, pain control, and recovery at home.
Learn about spay & neuterCommon soft tissue procedures with careful monitoring, pain management, and clear post-operative instructions.
Learn about surgeryLab work, imaging discussions, and other testing recommendations that help guide care for illness, senior pets, surgery, or unclear symptoms.
Learn about diagnosticsLocal Care
Newport East neighborhoods border Fort Thomas directly, with Memorial Parkway serving as the natural connector. I-471 is nearby for those coming from other directions. Our clinic is less than a mile from many Newport East addresses, which means a sick cat or a dog with an urgent concern can get there quickly. We serve Newport East alongside the rest of the river cities community — Newport, Southgate, Bellevue, and Fort Thomas.
Why VMC
Pawstimonials
See why Newport East pet owners choose Veterinary Medical Center for practical, compassionate dog and cat care.
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
Next Steps
Call our Fort Thomas team, request an appointment online, or complete your new patient form before your first visit.