Hickory Veterinary Hospital: Vet Care & Contact

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Veterinary Guide · Chesapeake VA · Pet Owner Contact Info

Hickory Veterinary Hospital vet care, address, phone, hours, appointments, emergency guidance, and pet records

Hickory Veterinary Hospital in Chesapeake, Virginia is a full-service veterinary hospital located at 100 Kegman Rd W, Chesapeake, VA 23322. The main phone number is (757) 548-1548.

This guide helps pet owners quickly find the right next step: booking a visit, preparing for a first appointment, using the pet portal, ordering food or medications, checking emergency options, requesting records, understanding payment expectations, and finding the clinic on a map.

100 Kegman Rd W Chesapeake, VA 23322 Main: 757-548-1548 Dogs, cats, pocket & exotic pets
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Pet emergency? During business hours, call 757-548-1548 right away before arriving. Outside regular hours, Hickory Veterinary Hospital directs pet owners to nearby emergency hospitals such as The COVE in Suffolk or Bay Beach Veterinary Emergency Hospital in Virginia Beach.
Clinic address 100 Kegman Rd W

Chesapeake, VA 23322.

Main phone 757-548-1548

Use for appointments, questions, emergencies during business hours, and schedule changes.

Regular hours Mon-Fri 7:30-5:30

Saturday 8:00 AM-1:00 PM; Sunday closed. Holiday hours can change.

Hospital type Full-service vet

Medical care, surgery, dentistry, diagnostics, acupuncture, Eastern medicine, and more.

Patient portal PetPage / online portal

Use for records, reminders, prescriptions, appointments, and refill requests.

Payments Due at service

Insurance reimbursement and CareCredit are listed as payment/financing options.

About Hickory Veterinary Hospital in Chesapeake

A practical overview for pet owners looking for care, contact details, appointment help, or records.

Hickory Veterinary Hospital provides comprehensive veterinary care for pets in the Chesapeake community. The clinic describes itself as a full-service veterinary hospital offering medicine, surgery, dentistry, acupuncture, Eastern medicine, and care for dogs, cats, pocket pets, and exotic pets.

The hospital is best used for scheduled wellness care, sick-pet visits, diagnostics, surgery planning, dental care, medical follow-up, refill requests, preventive care, and business-hours urgent questions. For a life-threatening after-hours crisis, use a 24-hour emergency hospital instead of waiting for the clinic to reopen.

Local intent note: This guide focuses on the Hickory Veterinary Hospital located at 100 Kegman Rd W, Chesapeake, VA 23322. There are similarly named veterinary clinics in other states, so always confirm the address before calling, driving, or requesting records.

Hickory Veterinary Hospital address, phone, email, and hours

Use this section for appointment calls, urgent same-day questions, portal help, records, and trip planning.

Contact item Details Best use
Clinic name Hickory Veterinary Hospital Use when booking care, requesting records, or confirming the Chesapeake location.
Address 100 Kegman Rd W, Chesapeake, VA 23322 Use for directions, ride-share, pharmacy pickup, and emergency drop-off planning.
Phone 757-548-1548 Appointments, emergencies during business hours, cancellations, refills, records, and general questions.
Email staff@hickoryvethospital.com Non-urgent questions only. Call for illness, injury, medication concerns, or appointment changes.
Monday-Friday 7:30 AM-5:30 PM Regular appointments, sick visits, records, refills, phone support, and business-hours emergency calls.
Saturday 8:00 AM-1:00 PM Limited weekend availability. Call ahead before planning a Saturday visit.
Sunday Closed Use an emergency veterinary hospital for urgent Sunday care.
Verify current hours: The clinic posts holiday and schedule notices on its official website. Call ahead during holidays, weather events, or when your pet needs same-day care.

How to schedule, change, or prepare for an appointment

Use these steps for wellness visits, sick visits, dental consults, surgery consults, and first-time appointments.

Call or request online. Call 757-548-1548 or use the official appointment link. Call directly instead of using a form if your pet is sick, injured, or worsening.
Explain the visit type clearly. Tell the team whether the visit is for annual wellness, vaccines, dental concern, vomiting, diarrhea, lameness, skin issue, ear problem, exotic pet care, surgery consult, or urgent concern.
Ask what records are needed. New clients should prepare vaccine history, previous medical records, current medications, diet details, and any recent lab or imaging reports.
Arrive early. Plan to arrive at least 10 minutes before the appointment. If forms are incomplete, allow extra time before check-in.
Transport pets safely. Dogs should be on a short leash. Cats and small pets should be in secure carriers. Exotic pets may need species-specific transport instructions, so call ahead.
Same-day sick visit tip: When calling, give your pet’s species, age, symptoms, duration, appetite, water intake, breathing status, medication list, and whether toxins, trauma, or seizures are involved.

First visit checklist for new clients

Bring the right information so the veterinarian can understand your pet’s history and avoid delays.

Bring or prepare Why it matters Practical note
Previous medical records Helps the veterinarian review prior diagnoses, vaccines, medications, allergies, surgeries, and lab results. Ask your previous clinic to email records before the appointment if possible.
Vaccine history Needed for wellness planning, boarding, grooming, rabies compliance, and risk-based vaccine decisions. Bring certificates or portal screenshots if records are not yet transferred.
Medication and supplement list Prevents drug interactions and helps the team understand current treatment. Include dose, frequency, brand, and last dose given.
Diet and feeding schedule Nutrition can affect weight, allergies, digestion, urinary health, and chronic disease care. Bring the food name, amount, treats, supplements, and feeding times.
Stool or urine sample if requested Helps diagnose parasites, urinary issues, digestive problems, and wellness screening needs. Ask the team how fresh the sample should be and how to store it.
Written questions Helps you remember concerns about behavior, diet, dental health, vaccines, parasite prevention, or surgery. Put urgent concerns at the top of the list.

Veterinary services at Hickory Veterinary Hospital

The clinic’s official service categories include wellness and prevention, testing and diagnostics, advanced care, and surgical procedures.

Wellness and prevention

Routine nose-to-tail exams, vaccine planning, parasite prevention, life-stage care, weight review, and preventive-health conversations.

Testing and diagnostics

Diagnostic testing helps create a clearer picture of your pet’s health and can support early detection, baseline results, and treatment decisions.

Dental care

Dental exams, professional cleanings, oral-health planning, and treatment for dental disease concerns such as bad breath, tartar, loose teeth, or gum issues.

Surgical procedures

Routine and advanced surgical care using veterinary equipment, safety protocols, and pre-operative planning.

Advanced and integrative care

The hospital lists advanced care, acupuncture, Eastern medicine, and comprehensive care for a wider range of pet needs.

Pocket and exotic pets

The official site describes care for dogs, cats, pocket pets, and exotic pets. Call ahead to confirm species, doctor availability, and handling instructions.

Before booking a specialty-style visit: Ask whether the service needs a consultation, fasting, records review, lab work, imaging, pre-surgical bloodwork, or a specialist referral.

Emergency and urgent care guidance

Know when to call Hickory Veterinary Hospital and when to go directly to an emergency hospital.

During business hours
Call 757-548-1548 right away. The clinic says it welcomes pet emergencies in Chesapeake during business hours and encourages owners to call first.
After hours
Use a dedicated emergency veterinary hospital. The clinic lists The COVE in Suffolk and Bay Beach Veterinary Emergency Hospital in Virginia Beach as after-hours emergency options.
Call before transporting
Calling first helps staff advise you on safe transport, triage, and whether the clinic or ER is the right destination.
Do not wait
Difficulty breathing, collapse, seizures, suspected poisoning, severe bleeding, trauma, bloated abdomen, inability to urinate, or repeated vomiting should be treated as urgent.
Emergency option Address / phone When to use
Hickory Veterinary Hospital 100 Kegman Rd W, Chesapeake, VA 23322
757-548-1548		 Business-hours urgent questions, sick-pet triage, and appointment guidance.
The COVE – Center of Veterinary Expertise 6550 Hampton Roads Parkway #113, Suffolk, VA 23435
757-935-9111		 After-hours or specialty emergency option listed by the clinic.
Bay Beach Veterinary Emergency Hospital 2476 Nimmo Parkway #101, Virginia Beach, VA 23456
757-427-3214		 After-hours emergency option listed by the clinic.

Pet portal, reminders, appointments, and prescription requests

Hickory Veterinary Hospital offers pet-owner portal access for common record and refill tasks.

Records and reminders

The portal can help you view medical reminders, upcoming procedures, services, and pet information.

Appointment management

Use the portal or appointment request tools for routine needs. Call for urgent symptoms, appointment changes, or cancellations.

Prescription refills

Use portal access for refill requests, but allow time for veterinarian review and approval.

PetPage app

The clinic references PetPage app and online portal access for mobile or desktop use.

Open Pet Portal Info Patient Resources

Medical records, vaccine proof, and specialist transfers

Use the portal for quick access when possible, and call the hospital for complete chart requests.

Vaccine proof
Check the pet portal first. Vaccine proof is commonly needed for boarding, grooming, travel, training, daycare, and adoption paperwork.
Complete chart
Call the hospital and ask how to request the full record. Give your name, pet name, phone number, and destination clinic or specialist.
Referral or specialist
Ask whether labs, imaging, dental records, prescriptions, and doctor notes can be sent directly to the referral hospital.
New client transfer
Ask your previous veterinarian to send records before the visit so Hickory Veterinary Hospital can review history, vaccines, medications, and diagnoses.

Pet insurance, CareCredit, and payment expectations

Plan payment before treatment, especially for surgery, dental care, diagnostics, or emergency visits.

Payment topic What the clinic says Owner tip
Payment timing The official payment page states full payment is required at the time of service. Ask for an estimate before diagnostics, procedures, hospitalization, or dental work.
Payment methods The clinic lists major credit cards, cash, personal checks with proper identification, pet insurance, and CareCredit. Call ahead if you need to confirm check policy, card acceptance, or deposit requirements.
Pet insurance Payment is typically due when services are rendered, then the insurance company reimburses you if applicable. Ask for an itemized invoice and medical notes needed for claim submission.
CareCredit CareCredit is listed as a healthcare credit-card option for veterinary expenses. Apply before the visit if you know you may need financing.
Estimates Cost can vary by diagnosis, exam findings, lab work, medication, anesthesia, or procedure time. Ask what is included, what is optional, and what could change during treatment.
Billing reminder: Pet insurance is usually reimbursement-based. Confirm your deductible, exclusions, waiting periods, and claim documents with your insurer before assuming coverage.

Food, medication refills, and prescription requests

Use the portal or online store for routine refill tasks, but call for urgent medication questions.

Prescription refills

Use the pet portal or call the hospital. Refills may require a current exam, lab monitoring, or veterinarian approval.

Food and meds ordering

The official site links to food and medication ordering. Use the same phone/email connected to the hospital when registering if the store requests it.

Controlled or chronic medications

Ask how much notice is needed and whether bloodwork, recheck exams, or written approval is required.

Prescription diets

Have your pet’s weight, diagnosis, current diet, and preferred pickup/shipping method ready when requesting diet refills.

Hickory Veterinary Hospital map, directions, and arrival tips

Use this map for the Chesapeake, Virginia location at 100 Kegman Rd W.

Hickory Veterinary Hospital
100 Kegman Rd W
Chesapeake, VA 23322
Phone: 757-548-1548

Confirm current hours before driving, especially on Saturdays, holidays, and when your pet needs urgent care.

Arrival safety rules

  • Dogs: Use a short, secure leash. Keep your dog close in the parking lot and lobby.
  • Cats: Use a secure carrier. Do not carry cats loose in your arms.
  • Small mammals, birds, and reptiles: Call ahead for safe carrier, temperature, and handling guidance.
  • Possible contagious illness: Call from the car before entering if your pet has coughing, vomiting, diarrhea, parvo concern, respiratory symptoms, or visible parasites.

Make sure you have the right Hickory Veterinary Hospital

The phrase “Hickory Veterinary Hospital” can refer to more than one veterinary practice in search results.

If you searched for Check this before calling Why it matters
Hickory Veterinary Hospital This page focuses on 100 Kegman Rd W, Chesapeake, VA 23322 and phone 757-548-1548. Use this guide for the Chesapeake, Virginia clinic.
Hickory Vet in Forest Hill, Maryland Verify the Forest Hill, MD address and 410 area-code phone before requesting records. It is a different clinic with a different phone, address, hours, and services.
Hickory Veterinary and Specialty Hospital Verify the Pennsylvania specialty-hospital name and address before calling. Specialty and emergency hospitals often have different departments, emergency processes, and referral requirements.

Hickory Veterinary Hospital FAQs

Common questions for pet owners before calling, booking, requesting records, or visiting the Chesapeake clinic.

1. Where is Hickory Veterinary Hospital located?
Hickory Veterinary Hospital is located at 100 Kegman Rd W, Chesapeake, VA 23322.
2. What is the phone number for Hickory Veterinary Hospital?
The main phone number is 757-548-1548. Use it for appointments, schedule changes, emergency calls during business hours, records, and general questions.
3. What are Hickory Veterinary Hospital’s regular hours?
The clinic lists regular hours as Monday through Friday from 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM, Saturday from 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM, and Sunday closed. Holiday hours may change.
4. Is Hickory Veterinary Hospital a 24-hour emergency vet?
No. The clinic welcomes pet emergencies during business hours, but after-hours emergencies should go to a dedicated emergency hospital such as The COVE in Suffolk or Bay Beach Veterinary Emergency Hospital in Virginia Beach.
5. Does Hickory Veterinary Hospital treat exotic pets?
The official site describes care for dogs, cats, pocket pets, and exotic pets. Call ahead to confirm whether the clinic can see your specific species and which doctor is available.
6. How do I book an appointment?
You can call 757-548-1548 or use the official online appointment request. If your pet is sick, injured, or worsening, call instead of relying only on an online request.
7. What should I bring to a first visit?
Bring previous medical records, vaccine history, adoption or purchase records, a list of current medications and supplements, diet details, questions for the veterinarian, and any stool or urine sample requested by the clinic.
8. How do I access my pet’s records or request a refill?
Use the clinic’s Pet Patient Portal for records, reminders, appointments, prescriptions, and refill requests. You can also call the hospital for complete record transfers or urgent medication questions.
9. Does Hickory Veterinary Hospital accept pet insurance or CareCredit?
The clinic’s payment page explains that payment is due at the time of service, pet insurance usually reimburses the owner after payment, and CareCredit is listed as a financing option.
10. Is this the same as the Hickory Veterinary Hospital in Maryland?
No. This guide focuses on the Chesapeake, Virginia clinic at 100 Kegman Rd W. If you meant the Forest Hill, Maryland clinic or Hickory Veterinary and Specialty Hospital in Pennsylvania, confirm the address and phone number before calling.