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Your Partner in Lifelong Pet Wellness & Integrative Care
At Fairfax Veterinary Hospital, we are dedicated to providing compassionate, comprehensive care for pets and their families. Our mission is rooted in a stress-relieving approach that integrates high-quality medicine with a deep understanding of the human-animal bond. With a team of experienced professionals, we offer tailored wellness plans, advanced diagnostics, and innovative treatments such as acupuncture and Veterinary Orthopedic Manipulation (VOM).Our Fear-Free and Cat-Friendly certifications reflect our commitment to minimizing stress for every patient. We prioritize ongoing education to stay at the forefront of veterinary science, ensuring our clients receive evidence-based, ethical care. Transparency, empathy, and a focus on long-term health outcomes guide every decision we make.
Services
Wellness Exams
Acupuncture
VOM Therapy
Laser Therapy
Geriatric Care
Urgent Care
Nutrition Counseling
Pain Management
Vaccinations
Diagnostic Imaging
Highlights and features
- Fear-Free certified practice minimizing pet anxiety
- Integrative medicine combining traditional and holistic therapies
- Experienced team with advanced training in VOM and acupuncture
- Personalized nutrition counseling and weight management programs
- 24/7 access to urgent care services for emergencies
Associations and certifications
- Fear Free Certified
- Cat Friendly Practice
What people say
Gentle handling
Effective pain management
Fear-Free expertise
Knowledgeable staff
Caring environment
Services
Acupuncture
Acupuncture uses targeted needle placement to alleviate chronic pain, improve mobility, and enhance organ function in pets. This non-invasive treatment stimulates natural healing processes and is effective for arthritis, neurological conditions, and digestive issues. Our certified practitioners create customized plans integrating acupuncture with conventional care to optimize patient comfort and longevity.
Veterinary Orthopedic Manipulation
VOM addresses musculoskeletal disorders through precise spinal adjustments. This technique restores nerve communication, reduces inflammation, and improves joint function for pets with hip dysplasia, arthritis, or mobility limitations. As a non-surgical option, it complements traditional treatments while promoting natural healing responses in neurological and orthopedic cases.
Geriatric Care
Our senior pet program includes bi-annual comprehensive exams, early disease detection panels, and tailored pain management strategies. We address age-related changes through nutrition optimization, mobility support, and cognitive health monitoring. The service emphasizes maintaining quality of life through proactive interventions and home care guidance for elderly companions.
Fear-Free Certification
Fear-Free practices minimize anxiety through specialized handling techniques, calming environments, and pre-visit sedation guidance. Our team is trained in recognizing stress signals and modifying interactions to create positive veterinary experiences. This approach benefits pets with traumatic histories, noise sensitivities, or chronic condition-related anxiety during medical visits.
Diagnostic Imaging
We utilize digital radiography and ultrasonography for rapid, accurate internal organ assessment. These tools enable non-invasive diagnosis of respiratory issues, abdominal abnormalities, and skeletal conditions. Advanced imaging combined with in-house lab testing supports timely treatment decisions while reducing patient discomfort during diagnostic procedures.
People
Dr. Melissa Gosline
Veterinarian
Dr. Gosline combines veterinary expertise with compassion, earning recognition for skill with animals during veterinary school. Certified in acupuncture and VOM, she integrates Eastern and Western medicine while rescuing pets and enjoying outdoor activities.
Dr. Lauren Ranivand
Veterinarian
Dr. Ranivand specializes in integrative medicine, holding a Master of Public Health degree. Her research on human-animal health connections informs her veterinary practice, which includes international humanitarian work with World Vets Organization.
Dr. Emily Garner
Veterinarian
Dr. Garner brings zoo and wildlife experience to general practice, completing a small animal internship. She focuses on low-stress handling while maintaining active lifestyles with horseback riding and hiking adventures.
Eva
Practice Manager
With veterinary experience spanning reception to leadership roles, Eva developed behavior-focused training programs. Her shelter work informs current practices prioritizing environmental impacts on animal well-being at this Fear-Free certified hospital.
Katie
Licensed Veterinary Technician
A Fear-Free advocate, Katie transitioned from marine animal conservation to veterinary technology. She specializes in behavior training while balancing family life with her two dogs and continuing education in pet wellness.
Questions
What Fear-Free services do you offer?
We implement Fear-Free certified protocols including calming pheromones, stress-reducing handling techniques, and pre-visit anxiety guidance to create positive veterinary experiences for anxious pets.
Do you provide emergency pet care?
Yes, we offer urgent care services during regular business hours for non-life-threatening conditions with no appointment required for immediate attention.
What integrative therapies are available?
We provide acupuncture, Veterinary Orthopedic Manipulation (VOM), laser therapy, and nutrition counseling combining traditional veterinary medicine with holistic approaches.
How do I schedule an appointment?
Request appointments through our website portal, mobile app, or by calling (703) 591-0222 during business hours for wellness visits and urgent care.
Are you equipped for senior pet care?
Our geriatric program includes bi-annual exams, early disease detection panels, and customized pain management plans addressing age-related health changes in senior animals.
