CENTRAL HOSPITAL
Since 1975
Our History of Excellence in Veterinary Care
Founded in 1975 by a group of dedicated, local veterinarians, Central Hospital for Veterinary Medicine was established to enhance veterinary practice through the centralization of staff, equipment, facilities, and ideas. Specializing in small-animal care, our primary focus is on cats and dogs. Over 200 veterinarians refer patients to us annually for emergency and specialty care, ensuring we provide the highest standard of veterinary care 24/7, 365 days a year.
Our Two Locations
We provide 24/7 Emergency care and board-certified specialty services at both our North Haven and Guilford locations allowing us to serve an even larger community.
Our Team
Our in-house staff includes over 250 dedicated individuals. Our 30 doctors are supported by a diverse team of nurses, technicians, assistants, and administrators.
Central Hospital is a partner in your pet’s health care
We share all records of the treatment we provide with your family veterinarian. We are one of the first veterinary hospitals to use the rVetLink system to keep your family veterinarian connected to your pet’s care while in the hospital.
What people are saying
“As a first time client, I found the hospital to be efficient, friendly and truly dedicated to the animals they provide care for. The whole staff was very accommodating during our stay. Dr. Kristen Smith was caring and thorough.”
“This was my first visit to Central Hospital and I have already recommended this location for my family’s future needs for all of their pets. The staff was beyond accommodating for my dog (that is dog aggressive) at EVERY level of her care.”
“The staff was pleasant and helpful from the moment I called with my emergency to the time I checked out. Dr Roche listened to my concerns, discussed treatment plans, and was compassionate and patient with my pet and me.”
“I brought in my cat for breathing problems and the staff took her back and stabilized her almost before I was even in the door! Everyone was so kind and efficient and I knew my girl was in great hands. I will be recommending them to everyone!”
Testimonials submitted through survey.
Get To Know Central Hospital
Two Locations in Southern CT
Serving the pets of our community and beyond. North Haven and Guilford.
Our Famous Mural
The mural in our conference room is 25 feet long and 5 feet 10 inches high, and was painted with oil colors on canvas in Florida. It was then flown to Connecticut and mounted on the plaster wall specially designed for the mural when New Haven Central Hospital for Veterinary Medicine was built in 1974. The artist, Ernest Hart, is the father of one of our founding veterinarians, Allan Hart. The mural has become an iconic image for the hospital. For a period of time, the New Haven Historical Society featured the mural in small exhibit as an iconic New Haven image. We are proud of our mural and we brought it with us to our new location in North Haven where it occupies the main wall of the conference room.
MEMBER DOCTORS
Lisa MacKay, D.V.M.
Morgan MacKay, D.V.M.
Christine Crocker, D.V.M.
Veterinary Wellness Center
of New Haven
Jeffery K. Schpero, D.V.M.
Veterinary Associates of Derby
Irving Minott, D.V.M.
Northford Veterinary Clinic
T. F. Claypoole, V.M.D.
Elm Veterinary Clinic
Robert Aldrich, D.V.M.
Rachel Kaufman, V.M.D.
Diana Weston, D.V.M.
Veterinary Associates of Westville