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ABOUT US

Loving Touch Animal Hospital has had a lot of growth in the last year and continues to grow. In Oct 2018, the original owner passed away suddenly, leaving the future of LTAH unknown. After a lot of soul searching, the Doctors and Practice Manager knew that Loving Touch Animal Hospital had an important roll in the community and knew that roll needed to continue, so they took over ownership. Many changes have occurred since then and many more are planned in the future so that LTAH can be there for our patients, friends, and community. Loving Touch Animal Hospital wants to be there for you, helping provide the health care your pet deserves. We also want to be there for the community by assisting organizations like Stafford County Animal Shelter.

OUR MISSION

At Loving Touch Animal Hospital, we strive to be the most trusted and respected pet care provider in our community. We partner with our clients to nurture the human–animal bond through compassionate, reliable, and evidence-based care. We also guide our clients to play an active role in keeping their pets healthy, happy, and thriving throughout every stage of life. Our mission is simple: healthy pets, happy families, and lifelong care.

OUR VETS

DR. LAURA CHRETIEN, DVM

Dr. Laura Chretien, our Medical Director, was raised on a farm just outside Charlottesville, Virginia. She gained early veterinary experience working at a local clinic before attending college. Dr. Laura graduated Cum Laude from Vanderbilt University with a major in Molecular and Cellular Biology and a minor in Spanish, then earned her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree from Colorado State University. She has been with Loving Touch Animal Hospital since 2016 and serves as our primary veterinarian. Her professional interests include feline medicine and surgery. Outside of work, Dr. Laura is married and enjoys life with her two sons and several feline companions.

OUR COMMUNITY

Loving Touch Animal Hospital is proud to support responsible pet ownership and the health of animals in our community. We work with local animal shelters and animal control to provide spay and neuter services that promote long-term pet wellness and help reduce overpopulation. Our hospital ensures shelter animals receive the medical attention they need as they transition into loving homes. This work reflects our ongoing commitment to compassionate, high-quality care for all animals in Fredericksburg and the surrounding communities.

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