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How we care

We exist because we believe in caring for the people and pets of this community. We always put our patients first, and believe, deeply, in doing right by you and your family. We have found that getting to know our patients and clients on an individual level makes for much better patient care – it allows for us to see possible connections that could otherwise be missed with a less thorough approach. But more than that, we just enjoy it. Because while this is a team of animal lovers, this is a team of people lovers too. So give us a call, and welcome to Willow Wood Animal Hospital.

How we care

We exist because we believe in caring for the people and pets of this community. We always put our patients first, and believe, deeply, in doing right by you and your family. We have found that getting to know our patients and clients on an individual level makes for much better patient care – it allows for us to see possible connections that could otherwise be missed with a less thorough approach. But more than that, we just enjoy it. Because while this is a team of animal lovers, this is a team of people lovers too. So give us a call, and welcome to Willow Wood Animal Hospital.

Patient Care We believe in phenomenal patient care. It is why you will find cutting edge technology and diagnostics equipment. It's why you will find exceptionally talented veterinary professionals here. And it's why we have earned AAHA accreditation. AAHA accredits veterinary practices by a simple standard: excellence in everything it does. And because there are over 900 different metrics that practices are tested on, fewer than 15% of practices nationwide earn accreditation. We are proud to be one of the few. We do it because we care. We do it because you deserve no less.

Growth, Always

Biology’s primary lesson is simple: you either grow, or you decay. We believe in growth. Always. We spend our time thinking about how to improve patient care, how to better leverage preventive care, and adopting new and improved techniques, technology, and science from veterinary medicine. It is this commitment by our team that keeps us collaborating, getting better, and staying focused on what matters: caring for you and your pet the best way we know how.

Growth, Always

Biology’s primary lesson is simple: you either grow, or you decay. We believe in growth. Always. We spend our time thinking about how to improve patient care, how to better leverage preventive care, and adopting new and improved techniques, technology, and science from veterinary medicine. It is this commitment by our team that keeps us collaborating, getting better, and staying focused on what matters: caring for you and your pet the best way we know how.

What’s that, meow?

I cannot say enough good things about Willow Wood Animal Hospital! I just switched from another vet and my only regret is that we didn’t switch sooner. They are so knowledgeable and compassionate…a rare combo.
We are so relieved to have a place we trust to take our current animals and any future ones that may come into our lives. If you are considering trying Willow Wood, make the appointment, you won’t regret it!
Amy
I always have a great experience at Willow Wood. I have a dog who gets very nervous going to the vet and the techs and vets are so patient with him and the front office staff are always welcoming.
Sarah
Dr. Connolly and staff at Willow Wood Animal Hospital takes excellent care and the extra time to answer any of my questions or concerns I have about any of my 4 legged family members. I would highly recommend Willow Wood Animal Hospital, Dr. Connolly and the staff.
Lisa
Drs Whiteman and Hess are excellent veterinarians. But they’re also terrific people who always show our dogs kindness and empathy.
Mark
Dr. Hess is probably the best vet I have ever worked with. His attention to detail, follow up, and medical acumen is what sets him apart. You can tell this man loves what he does and cares a great deal about your animal. He treats your pet as if it were a part of his family. I would highly recommend Dr. Hess and his team.
Eddie

I needed to find a vet’s office close to home and picked Willow Wood because of their good reviews. I brought my cat here for the 1st time earlier this week just for a routine check-up and shots. Dr. Hess and the rest of the staff were all so nice and knowledgeable, and were awesome at helping my cat be comfortable during his visit!

Alex

The staff is excellent and ditto for the doctors. They are all compassionate, caring, and always take the time to acquaint themselves with the pets. I’ve gone to this Veterinarian office for nearly 20 years and wouldn’t think of going anyplace else. Dr. Whiteman has seen me through three dogs. He’s so patient and you know instantly that he truly cares. Five stars + for sure!!!

Bonnie

Dr. Whiteman and the whole staff are absolutely amazing. They are so kind not only to our animals but to humans too! We love them!

Michelle

We trust this vet, Dr. Hess takes great care of our animals. Our dog Luke is always excited to come to this office. The staff is friendly and helpful each time.

John
Nothing but good things to say about Willow Wood. Both my dogs go there and the older one has for 6 years or more. The front desk, techs, and doctors are so incredible with my pups. Dr. Connolly has been their primary vet for years and is amazing. She is so good with them, extremely knowledgeable and thorough in explaining their care. So thankful for her and Willow Wood.
Mike

What’s that, meow?

I cannot say enough good things about Willow Wood Animal Hospital! I just switched from another vet and my only regret is that we didn’t switch sooner. They are so knowledgeable and compassionate…a rare combo.
We are so relieved to have a place we trust to take our current animals and any future ones that may come into our lives. If you are considering trying Willow Wood, make the appointment, you won’t regret it!
Amy
I always have a great experience at Willow Wood. I have a dog who gets very nervous going to the vet and the techs and vets are so patient with him and the front office staff are always welcoming.
Sarah
Dr. Connolly and staff at Willow Wood Animal Hospital takes excellent care and the extra time to answer any of my questions or concerns I have about any of my 4 legged family members. I would highly recommend Willow Wood Animal Hospital, Dr. Connolly and the staff.
Lisa
Drs Whiteman and Hess are excellent veterinarians. But they’re also terrific people who always show our dogs kindness and empathy.
Mark
Dr. Hess is probably the best vet I have ever worked with. His attention to detail, follow up, and medical acumen is what sets him apart. You can tell this man loves what he does and cares a great deal about your animal. He treats your pet as if it were a part of his family. I would highly recommend Dr. Hess and his team.
Eddie

I needed to find a vet’s office close to home and picked Willow Wood because of their good reviews. I brought my cat here for the 1st time earlier this week just for a routine check-up and shots. Dr. Hess and the rest of the staff were all so nice and knowledgeable, and were awesome at helping my cat be comfortable during his visit!

Alex

The staff is excellent and ditto for the doctors. They are all compassionate, caring, and always take the time to acquaint themselves with the pets. I’ve gone to this Veterinarian office for nearly 20 years and wouldn’t think of going anyplace else. Dr. Whiteman has seen me through three dogs. He’s so patient and you know instantly that he truly cares. Five stars + for sure!!!

Bonnie

Dr. Whiteman and the whole staff are absolutely amazing. They are so kind not only to our animals but to humans too! We love them!

Michelle

We trust this vet, Dr. Hess takes great care of our animals. Our dog Luke is always excited to come to this office. The staff is friendly and helpful each time.

John
Nothing but good things to say about Willow Wood. Both my dogs go there and the older one has for 6 years or more. The front desk, techs, and doctors are so incredible with my pups. Dr. Connolly has been their primary vet for years and is amazing. She is so good with them, extremely knowledgeable and thorough in explaining their care. So thankful for her and Willow Wood.
Mike