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, KY pet owners are just a few miles from full-service veterinary care at Veterinary Medical Center of Fort Thomas. Our Fort Thomas clinic on Memorial Parkway is about 2.8 miles from Newport — a quick drive along I-471 or Memorial Parkway without the hassle of downtown parking. We provide locally owned, relationship-based care for dogs and cats at every life stage.

Veterinary Care Near Newport
Newport sits right across I-471 from Fort Thomas, which makes our Memorial Parkway clinic one of the most practical options for Newport pet owners who want locally owned care. Instead of navigating downtown Cincinnati traffic, many Newport families use our Fort Thomas location for wellness visits, vaccines, dental care, and sick pet exams. New patients are always welcome.
Easier Than Downtown Cincinnati
Instead of dealing with downtown Cincinnati parking, many Newport pet owners choose our Fort Thomas location for locally owned veterinary care — just across the river via I-471.
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
Whether you live near Newport on the Levee, the East Row neighborhood, or along Monmouth Street, our Fort Thomas location is just a short drive south on I-471. Newport Aquarium visitors are already familiar with how close Newport is to Fort Thomas — our clinic sits just a few miles from the riverfront. We also serve pets from nearby Bellevue, Dayton, and Southgate.
Why VMC
Pawstimonials
See why Newport 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.