Our Approach to Veterinary Care in Haymarket, VA

When you are looking for a veterinary care clinic you should be able to count on superior care and excellent service. We at Dominion Valley Animal Hospital have assembled an expert team of veterinary professionals to bring you the best possible healthcare for your pet. We have a state of the art veterinary facility which is clean, comfortable, and efficient.

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Dr. Arden J. Gillespie

New Medical Director/Lead Veterinarian

Dr. Gillespie grew up in Kanab, Utah where he knew from a young age he wanted to pursue a career in Veterinary Medicine. He completed his undergraduate studies at Utah State University before obtaining his Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine from Oklahoma State University in 2003. As a small animal Veterinarian for over 20 years, he has many years of experience in emergency medicine as well as small animal general practice. He left his native home of Utah in 2021 and moved to Northern Virginia to pursue new career opportunities, eventually leading him to Dominion Valley Animal Hospital. Dr. Gillespie has served in the United States Army Reserves as a Veterinary Corps Officer for over 14 years and is currently assigned as a Commander of a Veterinary detachment. He has served as the Theater Veterinary Consultant in Afghanistan in 2016 as well as the senior Veterinary Officer and Chief of Clinical Operations while mobilized with the Army Central Theater Medical Command in Kuwait in 2020.

Dr. Gillespie calls Rappahannock county home along with his girlfriend, daughter, two dogs Roxy and Percy, and four cats. In his free time he enjoys playing bass and acoustic guitar with a local band. He also enjoys hunting, fishing, homesteading, live music and spending time with his family. Dr. Gillespie is excited to be part of the Dominion Valley Animal Hospital team and looks forward to working with the people of Haymarket and surrounding areas.

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Dr. Karen Dye

New Medical Director/Lead Veterinarian

Dr. Dye was born and raised in Michigan, where she attended undergraduate studies and veterinary school.  A Michigan State University graduate where she graduated from the college of veterinary medicine in 2003, she remains a Spartans fan.

Ever since Dr. Dye was a young child, it was her dream to become a veterinarian.  Her love for animals and desire to heal allowed her to fulfill her dreams.

Dr. Dye has been practicing small animal general medicine and surgery in Virginia since 2004.  She has special interests in surgery, dermatology, and preventive medicine. She also volunteers for Project Street Vet, a non-profit organization providing veterinary care to those who are experiencing homelessness.

Dr. Dye spends her time with her family in Culpeper County. She has six dogs and one cat and enjoys gardening, yoga and travel.

Meet Our Dedicated Team

John Rickard

Owner, Business Manager
Practice Owner

Coming Soon.

Rachel

Client Service Supervisor
Practice Owner

Coming Soon.

Stephanie

Client Service Representative
Practice Owner

Meagan Beach

Licensed Veterinary Technician
Practice Owner

Megan grew up in Oregon and left for the United States Navy where she spent 8 1/2 years as a hospital corpsman working on ships and search and rescue. She later realized her love for animals and started in the veterinary field in 2014. She graduated from Eastern Wyoming College in 2016 with her Associates in Applied Science and Veterinary Technology.

In her career as a Licensed veterinary technician, Megan has worked mixed animal practice, on call emergency, managed vet clinics for the army and air-force and teaching first aid and emergency medicine to other government entities. Her love stays with dogs and cats and other small mammals and she is excited for the opportunities at Dominion Valley Animal Hospital.

She lives with her boyfriend, two dogs and four cats on property in beautiful Rappahannock county where she has decided to call home for many years to come. She enjoys fishing, hiking with her dogs, camping and anything outdoors in her spare time.

Tia Saini

Veterinary Assistant
Practice Owner

Coming Soon.

Megan Manie

Veterinary Assistant
Practice Owner

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3 Convenient Locations

Serving Haymarket & Leesburg