Business Details
35 Years
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Emergency
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Your Trusted Veterinarian in Washington, DC Since 1991
Since 1991, Dupont Veterinary Clinic has provided compassionate, personalized veterinary care to pets in Washington, DC. As a family-owned and operated practice, we prioritize community connections and individualized attention for every animal and owner. Our Fear-Free certified team offers comprehensive services including wellness exams, surgery, dental care, diagnostics, and urgent care, emphasizing comfort and trust in every interaction. With decades of combined experience, our veterinarians and staff are dedicated to advancing pet health through innovative techniques and holistic approaches.We actively support local animal rescue groups and maintain transparent communication to ensure pet owners feel informed and empowered. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our state-of-the-art facilities, rigorous staff training, and consistent focus on both medical expertise and emotional well-being of our patients.
Services
Wellness Exams
Veterinary Surgery
Dental Care
Diagnostic Services
Urgent Care
Microchipping
Senior Pet Care
Puppy & Kitten Care
Online Pharmacy
Boarding Services
Details
- Year established: 1991
Highlights and features
- Family-owned practice since 1991 with deep community roots
- Fear-Free certified professionals specializing in anxiety reduction
- Veterinarians with advanced training in surgery and integrative medicine
- 24/7 emergency referral network with local hospitals
- Active community involvement through animal rescue partnerships
Associations and certifications
- Fear-Free Certified
What people say
Amazing staff
Lifesaving care
Thorough exams
Fear-Free methods
Responsive communication
Services
Wellness Exams
Annual wellness exams detect health issues early through comprehensive physical exams and diagnostic testing. Our veterinarians assess weight, dental health, organ function, and mobility while providing tailored preventative care advice. These visits establish baseline health metrics and create customized vaccination and nutrition plans for pets at every life stage.
Veterinary Surgery
Our surgical services include spay/neuter procedures, mass removals, and emergency interventions using advanced monitoring equipment. Pre-anesthetic bloodwork ensures patient safety while customized pain management protocols minimize discomfort. Technicians monitor vital signs continuously during procedures to maintain optimal anesthesia levels for cats and dogs.
Dental Care
Professional dental cleanings remove subgingival tartar under general anesthesia to prevent periodontal disease. We perform dental X-rays, extractions, and polishing while educating owners about home care techniques. Our protocols follow American Veterinary Dental College standards for comprehensive oral health assessments and treatments.
Diagnostic Services
In-house IDEXX analyzers provide rapid bloodwork and urinalysis results within 30 minutes for urgent cases. We utilize digital radiology and mobile ultrasound services for internal organ evaluation while maintaining partnerships with specialized labs for complex diagnostic needs like infectious disease testing and histopathology.
Urgent Care
Limited urgent care appointments are available during regular hours for existing clients. We stabilize critical patients before transferring to 24-hour facilities while offering immediate assessment for poisoning cases through ASPCA Animal Poison Control collaboration. Our team prioritizes triage for trauma, ingestion, and acute illness scenarios.
People
Amanda Hampton
Medical Director
Dr. Hampton specializes in feline medicine and integrative therapies, incorporating acupuncture and herbal treatments. She researches feline-specific music therapy and pursues board certification in feline specialties while managing four rescue cats in Washington, DC.
Barrie Yallof
Associate Veterinarian
With 20+ years experience, Dr. Yallof combines academic instruction with clinical practice. Former shelter medicine veterinarian now focusing on compassionate urban pet care, balancing work with outdoor activities and family time in the DC area.
Logan Murray
Associate Veterinarian
Dr. Murray brings mixed animal experience from Nebraska to DC practice. Specializing in holistic patient care, he enjoys outdoor recreation with his rescue pets while adapting to urban veterinary medicine since 2022.
Stephanie Emmert
Practice Manager
Certified veterinary business leader with 15+ years in customer service roles. Stephanie oversees clinic operations while volunteering for DC cat advocacy, maintaining Fear-Free certification standards across all patient interactions.
Questions
Do I need an appointment for routine care?
We operate primarily by appointment to ensure adequate time for each patient, though we accommodate emergencies as needed.
What payment options are available?
We accept cash, checks, major credit cards, CareCredit, and Scratch Pay for flexible payment solutions.
Are evening or weekend appointments available?
Yes, we offer extended weekday hours until 8PM and Saturday appointments from 9AM-4PM.
How does the Fear-Free approach work?
Our certified professionals use calming pheromones, gentle handling, and relaxation medications to reduce pet anxiety during visits.
What emergency services do you provide?
We offer urgent care appointments during business hours and coordinate transfers to 24-hour facilities after hours.
Do you offer senior pet care programs?
Yes, we provide specialized wellness plans for aging pets focusing on early disease detection and comfort management.
