VCA Povar Animal Hospital

Our Story

At VCA Povar Animal Hospital, we've helped pets live long, healthy and happy lives for more than 20 years. We deliver the best medical care for pets and the best experience for pet owners.

Located in East Providence, our veterinarians, technicians and support staff are trained to the highest standards. Their thorough knowledge of the latest procedures and medicines ensures that our patients receive the best preventive and healing care.

Hometown Care at VCA Povar Animal Hospital

VCA Povar Animal Hospital is a full-service companion animal hospital serving the Rhode Island and Massachusetts communities of East Providence, Providence, Pawtucket, Central Falls, Woonsocket, Attleboro, North Attleboro, Rehoboth, Somerset and Seekonk. It is our commitment to provide quality veterinary care throughout the life of your pet.

Our Animal Hospital provides top quality veterinary services, including wellness exams, preventative care like vaccines, diagnostic services, spays, neuters, dental procedures, and digital radiology. Our services and facilities are designed to assist in routine preventive care for young, healthy pets; early detection and treatment of disease as your pet ages; and complete medical and surgical care as necessary during his or her lifetime.

We understand the special role your pet plays in your family and are dedicated to becoming your partner in your pet's health care. We treat your pet as we would our own. Our goal is to practice the highest quality medicine and surgery with compassion and an emphasis on client education. Our entire healthcare team is committed to providing personal attention to the unique concerns of each individual pet owner.

Pet care is serious business, and it requires a special formula to do it well. The highly trained doctors and support staff at VCA Povar Animal Hospital infuse years of medical training and industry knowledge with a continuous dose of passion for their jobs and endless supply of compassion for your pets. We look forward to serving you...and your pets soon!

Local Medical Issues

There are numerous local medical issues that can impact your pet's health, and that require your attention over the entire year. For example, there's heartworm, which can affect both cats and dogs. Since it's transmitted by mosquitoes, which thrive in our region, it's a serious cause for concern. But since the winter temperatures do not always stay cold enough here to kill mosquito eggs, it's a year-round risk. Likewise for the potential for flea and tick infestation, or intestinal parasites, each of which poses a problem in any season. And finally, contrary to what you'd expect, allergies are a year-round issue. Many pets suffer from skin and ear allergies, the signs of which include scratching, redness in the ears, and "scaly" skin.

Accreditations & Affiliations
American Animal Hospital Association

The American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA) sets the standard for quality veterinary care for companion animals. As an accredited hospital, we voluntarily uphold the Association's high standards in 18 different areas and are routinely evaluated on over 900 different standards of veterinary care. Not all animal hospitals are accredited, and we are proud to be amongst only 12-15% of veterinary hospitals that hold this honor.