A Veterinary Team Making House Calls
February 11, 2026
At Ashburn Village Animal Hospital, community service goes beyond a one-time effort and stands as a defining part of the culture. One example is the hospital’s monthly outreach program supporting senior residents and their beloved pets.
The hospital’s technicians and doctors visit a large, local retirement community once a month to provide in-home wellness and tech appointments for older adults who no longer drive or who have unreliable access to transportation. For many of these pet owners, traditional veterinary visits are a significant challenge. By bringing high-quality care directly to their doors, the team ensures that pets receive the attention they need while easing the burden on their caregivers.
What makes this initiative especially impactful is that all house-call fees are waived during these visits. The goal is to provide access, compassion, and community support.
These visits often become more than veterinary appointments. Residents enjoy the companionship, conversation, and connection that come with seeing a familiar, friendly team. As Ashburn Village Animal Hospital emphasizes, giving back in this way nurtures not only the human–animal bond but also the human–human relationships that have become increasingly vital in today’s challenging world.
This philosophy aligns closely with the principles of the One Health initiative, which recognizes the intertwined well-being of people, animals, and their shared environments. By investing time and expertise in their senior neighbors, the hospital’s team is helping strengthen the broader community ecosystem one home visit at a time.
This unique approach to service demonstrates how veterinary professionals can extend their impact far beyond clinic walls, creating lasting, meaningful connections with the people and pets they support.
