General Information

Call Ahead
It is important that you call us before your visit, if possible, so that we can be prepared for your medical situation.  We make every effort to see patients in a timely manner but patients with the most critical and life-threatening conditions will be given priority.  This may create a delay for patients whose conditions are not life-threatening.

Medical Records
We insure that all copies of medical records, radiographs, and other pertinent findings will be sent to your regular veterinarian, so that together, we can offer complete care for your pet. 

Wellness Examinations
VETSS does not provide wellness examinations, routine vaccinations, or procedures such as spaying or neutering.  We encourage our clients to seek a primary veterinarian for regular patient care. 

VETSS Staff

  • Courtney B. Jagger, DVM
  • Jennifer L. Cardoza, DVM
  • K. Douglass Hopkins, DVM
  • Sara V. Salmon, DVM
  • Cheryl A. Thorpe, DVM
  • Susan Clark, LVT, VTS (ECC)
  • Christy Kovner, LVT, VTS (ECC)
  • Samantha Rowland, LVT, VTS (Anesthesia)
  • Renee Armstrong, LVT
  • Lori Davis, LVT


All Veterinarians are Registered Members of the following:

American Veterinary
Medical Association		 Virginia Veterinary
Medical Association


All Veterinarians and Technicians are Registered Members of the following:

Veterinary Emergency
and Critical Care Society