Pieper Foundation
A 501(c)(3) non-profit providing life-saving procedures for pets and supporting families in need.
Pieper Veterinary’s family of hospitals include primary care, specialty care, urgent care, and 24-hour emergency care, with locations reaching from the heart of the Connecticut River Valley down to the southern shoreline. In addition to primary and wellness care, our 24-hour emergency service and veterinary urgent care service provides your pet with care every day of the week. We also provide specialty services that include surgery, neurology, internal medicine, diagnostic imaging, oncology, critical care, and care for avian and exotic animals that augment the services provided by your primary care veterinarian. Our mission is to provide exceptional medical care for your pet and the highest level of customer service to you as an owner.
Our compassionate staff of doctors, certified veterinary technicians, assistants, and receptionists work together for you and your pet. Our specialists and emergency doctors collaborate with your primary care veterinarian in the treatment of complex diseases and serious emergencies. We feel that this teamwork between our staff and your primary care veterinarian elevates the level of care and expands the number of options available to your pet during illness or injury. Close communication with your primary care veterinarian ensures that your pet’s continuing follow-up care will be seamless.
Your relationship with your pet is special. We understand that you expect nothing but the highest quality medical and personal attention. When your pet is at Pieper Veterinary, whether visiting one of our board-certified specialists or receiving emergency treatment, they are with dedicated, compassionate veterinary professionals who treat your pet as their own.
Specialized Care for Every Pet
From exotic pets to advanced surgeries, our specialists provide unmatched expertise.
Meet the Team
Our emergency department includes boarded criticalists and experienced ER veterinarians, supported by skilled veterinary technicians delivering compassionate care tailored to your pet’s needs.
Christopher Blanch, DVM
Veterinarian - ER
Cheryl Brienza, DVM
Veterinarian - Primary Care
Lead Doctor - Essex
Samantha Guida, DVM, DACVECC
Veterinarian - Specialist
Kathleen M. Kimball, DVM
Veterinarian- ER/Urgent Care
Abigail Martinson, DVM
Veterinarian - ER
Thomas Reagan, DVM
Veterinarian - Primary Care
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With several locations across Connecticut, expert care is close by.
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“Everyone, the front desk staff, vet techs, doctors, took the time we needed to help us understand what was happening and what steps would be taken. I tell anyone who will listen about Pieper, you're the best!”
“The staff was extremely compassionate, professional, and knowledgeable during a very difficult time… I had to drive over an hour to get to Pieper and I will tell you that I would drive that again to bring my animal here for top notch care.”
“Dr Urbonas was everything you hope a doctor would be in an urgent medical situation - professional and knowledgeable, kind and caring, confident and positive. With a reassuring "we got this" attitude.”
“Thanks to their expertise and unwavering care, our girl is back home, healing, and slowly returning to her joyful self. We are forever grateful.”
“Everyone is so kind and helpful! I love how down to earth the staff members are. I'm so grateful to have such a wonderful team working with me and my pets!”
“Pieper made my dog and I feel so welcome and taken care of the whole time we were there. 10/10, fantastic care.”
“The front desk staff celebrating with me when I shared the news that [my cat] was okay is something I will never forget. Every step of the process, I knew I could trust Pieper to deliver the best veterinary care and owner support.”
“The techs and veterinarians were incredibly kind and efficient. I have nothing but good things to say about this place and I am so grateful that they took care of our dog the way they did.”
“Every single member of the staff cared greatly about the pets that were there. Outstanding communication, both written and verbal, and did a wonderful job at managing expectations.”
“Dr. Carreras and her Pieper Oncology Team go above and beyond. The care, empathy, communication and overall professionalism they all provide is amazing.”
“Thanks to all who helped Gus thru his surgery and recovery, especially Dr Heather Mossman and everyone who attended to Gus during his stay. You set my family at ease knowing our sweet boy Gus was in the best of hands.”
“Pieper has the best veterinary staff that have ever treated my pets in all my experience as a pet owner.”
“We had a fantastic experience. The entire team took great care of Henry and kept us updated the entire time. He is doing great and we are so thankful!”
“The genuine care from every single staff member just blows my mind. I can't speak highly enough of every single person associated with Pieper. Thank you for all you have done for me and my Mochi.”
“My rabbit and I had a great appointment with the exotics department! It's a relief to have a specialist nearby that is knowledgeable, experienced, and comfortable with protocols to keep stress as low as possible.”
“Extraordinary service and care. I am a nurse. I pay attention to the details. Pieper has hit it out of the park”
“I feel like my baby is in the best hands when it comes to the care he's receiving. Dr. Hammond is hands down the best doctor I've encountered!”
“The staff at Pieper were very caring and professional. The Vets in Internal Medicine and Oncology were extremely knowledgeable and thorough. I would highly recommend them”