Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Emergency
services
Your Trusted Veterinarian in Hampton, VA
Mercury Animal Hospital has been a trusted provider of comprehensive veterinary care since 1972. Our full-service facility specializes in medical treatment, surgical procedures, and preventative care for dogs, cats, and pocket pets. With a state-of-the-art ICU, advanced diagnostic tools, and a team of experienced professionals, we prioritize patient safety and client education. Our services extend to boarding, daycare, and specialized nutrition counseling, ensuring pets receive holistic care.The hospital maintains rigorous safety protocols, including 24/7 monitoring systems and partnerships with emergency clinics for after-hours critical care. Our staff combines technical expertise with compassionate handling, reflecting our core value of treating every pet as family. Continuing education ensures our team stays current with veterinary advancements, while our facility's design prioritizes both animal comfort and medical efficiency.
Services
Veterinary Surgery
Dental Care
Boarding
Daycare
Preventative Care
Vaccinations
Diagnostic Imaging
Pharmacy Services
Pet Nutrition
Emergency Referrals
Details
- Year established: 1972
Highlights and features
- We offer 24/7 ICU monitoring with emergency referral partnerships
- Our team includes specialists in orthopedic and soft tissue surgery
- Comprehensive wellness programs tailored to pet life stages
- State-of-the-art diagnostic tools including digital radiology and ultrasound
- Experienced since 1972 with continuous facility and protocol upgrades
Services
Veterinary Surgery
Our surgical suite handles routine and advanced procedures with sterile environments and modern equipment. We perform spays, neuters, soft tissue surgeries, and orthopedic operations using autoclave-sterilized instruments. Post-operative care includes pain management and monitoring by licensed technicians.
Preventative Care
Customized wellness exams detect early health issues through physical exams, bloodwork, and diagnostic tests. Age-specific protocols include dental checks, parasite screenings, and vaccination schedules tailored to dogs and cats at every life stage.
Boarding Services
Our boarding facility provides secure, comfortable housing with daily health monitoring and medication administration. Pets receive individual attention while maintaining vaccination requirements. Separate areas ensure species-appropriate environments for dogs and cats.
Diagnostic Imaging
Digital radiology and ultrasound equipment enable rapid internal diagnostics. Our Sound HD Dental System provides detailed dental imaging, while endoscopy allows minimally invasive foreign body removal and tissue sampling.
Dental Care
Comprehensive dental services include cleanings, extractions, and oral surgery. We use advanced monitoring during anesthesia with isoflurane and provide preventive care education to maintain oral health between visits.
People
Dr. Henry McKelvin
Practice Owner
Graduated from University of Georgia in 1973 with 50+ years veterinary experience. Specializes in small animal surgery and orthopedics. Founded current facility in 1989. Member of multiple veterinary associations.
Dr. Nicole McKelvin
Associate Veterinarian
Graduated from North Carolina State in 2000 with focus on internal medicine. Third-generation Hampton resident. Active in professional veterinary organizations. Pet owner of three cats and a mastiff.
Sheri Rook
Office Manager
Joined in 2011, promoted to Office Manager in 2019. Coordinates front desk operations and cross-trains in multiple roles. Maintains client communication and appointment systems.
Questions
What emergency services do you provide?
We offer 24/7 ICU monitoring and partner with Peninsula Emergency Veterinary Clinic for overnight critical care. Emergency stabilization is provided during operating hours.
What boarding requirements should I know?
Boarding requires current vaccinations including DHPP, Bordetella, Rabies, and Flu. Pets must arrive flea/tick-free. Aggressive animals cannot be accommodated.
How do you handle pet dental care?
We provide cleanings, extractions, and oral surgery with advanced anesthesia monitoring. Digital dental imaging helps create treatment plans for optimal oral health.
What wellness exam components are included?
Exams include physical checks, bloodwork, parasite screenings, and age-specific diagnostics like X-rays and ultrasounds. Vaccination schedules follow AAHA guidelines.
Do you offer diagnostic imaging services?
Yes, we have digital radiology, ultrasound, and endoscopy for internal diagnostics. These tools help diagnose conditions without invasive procedures.
