Providing comprehensive dog, cat & exotic pet primary & emergency care to the South Jersey Area! We treat your pet as we would our own.
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AAHA Accredited, 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, whether they are a dog, cat, bird reptile or other exotic. We understand the special role your pet plays in your family and are dedicated to becoming your partner in your pet's health care. 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. We provide a broad spectrum of diagnostic procedures through in-house testing and the use of external laboratories. The facility includes a well-stocked pharmacy, in-hospital surgery suite with laser surgery, in-house x-ray and ultrasound capabilities, a closely supervised hospitalization area, and indoor boarding kennels. At Absecon Veterinary Hospital we strive to offer not only sound advice, but also optimal veterinary care, thus allowing you the enjoyment of your companion for a maximum number of years. Our job is not only to treat your pet when he or she isn't feeling well, but also to help you learn how to keep your best friend happy and healthy.
02/18/2026
Most cats don’t hate the vet visit, they hate the carrier. The good news: carrier comfort is something you can teach at home, and it can help make appointments calmer, safer, and less stressful for everyone.
Instead of bringing the carrier out only on appointment day, keep it out in your home year-round so it becomes a normal part of your cat’s environment. Add a soft blanket that smells like home, toss in a few treats, and let your cat explore it on their own time.
02/16/2026
The happiest hello you’ll see today!
02/15/2026
Have you signed up for Puppy Kindergarten yet?!
If you’ve got a new puppy (or one that’s still learning the ropes), this class is a fun, supportive way to build the basics that matter most, while strengthening the bond you’re building at home.
Happy Valentines Day from Fred and the rest of the AVH team! We hope you're spending the day with the ones you really love (your pets).
02/13/2026
Roses are red, violets are blue, please keep the chocolate away from your crew. 💘
02/09/2026
February is Pet Dental Health Month, and it’s the perfect time to give your pet’s mouth a little extra attention.
Dental disease is one of the most common (and most overlooked) health issues we see, and it can affect more than just their breath. A healthy mouth supports a healthier heart, kidneys, and overall wellbeing!
02/08/2026
We heard something about a Bad Bunny show today... at Absecon Vet, we can confirm: there are no bad bunnies, only adorable ones with big opinions.
Some quick pet safety tips if you're partying today:
🏈 Keep wings/bones, onion/garlic dips, chocolate, grapes/raisins, alcohol, and sugar-free gum and candy out of reach.
🏈 Secure the trash, watch the door, and give pets a quiet room if the party gets loud.
🏈 Make sure all microchip information is up to date.
If your pet gets into something they shouldn’t, we're open until 10 PM!
02/05/2026
Please join us in welcoming Rania Khalil, DVM to Absecon Veterinary Hospital! She’s passionate about providing thoughtful, compassionate care to the pets on our community, and we are excited to have her on the team!
Black History Month reminds us that community is built by people who show up for one another. At Absecon Vet we are committed to creating an inclusive, supportive space for all, today, and every day.
01/31/2026
We’re honored to be here for our community when pets need us most. Thank you for this thoughtful 5-star review.
Have you had an experience with our team? We’d love to hear from you. ♥
01/28/2026
Comfort comes first. 🐾
This harness helps support pets who need a little extra stability, allowing our team to provide care in a calm, gentle, Fear Free way, without unnecessary stress or pressure.
It’s just one of the many ways we tailor each visit to your pet’s needs!
01/26/2026
Winter Weather Update!
Absecon Veterinary Hospital will have a delayed opening Monday, January 26, and will open at 10 AM. Thank you for your patience and understanding as our team travels in safely.
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Founded Dr. Kenneth Grossman, Absecon Veterinary Hospital has provided comprehensive animal care to Atlantic County and surrounding towns since 1980. Our team is committed to educating our clients in how to keep your pets healthy year-round, with good nutrition and exercise. Absecon Veterinary Hospital stays on top of the latest advances in veterinarian technology and above all, remembers that all animals and pets need to be treated with loving care in every wellness visit, procedure, or surgery.
COMING SPRING 2020 24/7 Emergency Veterinary Care Is Back At The Jersey Shore!
If your pet needs emergency veterinary care, you can count on us. Absecon Veterinary Hospital will be available for walk-in emergencies 24 hours a day—so your pet can get the expert care that’s needed, immediately.
As the Jersey Shore’s premier veterinary emergency center, our facility will be staffed 24/7 by veterinarians, technicians and assistants who are dedicated to providing high-quality emergency care, day or night, to handle critical or life-threatening medical issues.
To give pets access to today’s most advanced veterinary care, we make continued investments in top people and leading technology!
AAHA Accreditation
The American Animal Hospital Association is the only accrediting body for companion animal hospitals in the United States and Canada.
"Accreditation is voluntary. The hospitals are inviting AAHA in to evaluate how they practice," says Heather Loenser, DVM, veterinary advisor of professional and public affairs for the American Animal Hospital Association. "Vets don't have to do this. That's why accreditation is a big deal, because you know you're going to a practice where the staff wants to be excellent and wants external feedback from leaders in the field.” When a veterinary practice applies for accreditation, the practice is evaluated on approximately 900 standards of veterinary care, ranging from pain management, infectious disease protocols and anesthesia safety to customer service procedures and how medical records are maintained. Facilities are re-evaluated every three years and must pass each time in order to maintain accreditation. The AAHA estimates that about 12 to 15 percent of veterinary practices throughout the United States and Canada are accredited.
"You can still practice excellent medicine and not be accredited, but I think pet owners will notice a difference in team work, pride and high morale of the staff in an accredited hospital.," Dr Loenser says. "The veterinary teams who want to go through accreditation tend to hold themselves to a higher standard - they're often the Type A of the Type A kind of people.” For more information, visit www.aaha.org
