At Colonial Animal Hospital, we believe great veterinary care starts with understanding your pet. Our experienced team provides personalized, comprehensive care for dogs and cats in Springfield and the surrounding Northern Virginia community.
From routine exams and screening tests to vaccines, nutrition, and parasite prevention, we help your pet stay healthy at every stage of life.
From routine procedures to complex surgeries and dental care, our experienced team provides attentive support before, during, and after treatment.
Our experienced groomer provides gentle spa services for pets of all sizes and breeds, offering baths, haircuts, and focused care for challenging skin conditions.
With over 30 years of veterinary experience, Dr. Allison Fennell has built a reputation for compassionate care, innovative medicine, and a genuine commitment to the health and well-being of animals.
Her passion for veterinary medicine began during her childhood on a family farm in Jamaica, where she cared for sick and injured animals. She went on to earn both her Bachelor’s degree and Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree from Cornell University. Following graduation, she completed an internship at Friendship Hospital for Animals in Washington, D.C., and briefly served on the D.C. Board of Veterinary Medical Examiners.
Dr. Fennell joined Colonial Animal Hospital in 2004 and became a co-owner shortly thereafter. Throughout her years at Colonial, she has remained dedicated to providing exceptional veterinary care while building lasting relationships with pets and their families.
Her approach to veterinary medicine focuses on compassion, client education, and personalized preventative care. She believes in working closely with pet owners to ensure they understand their pets’ health needs and feel confident in their care decisions.
Her dedication to the profession has earned her recognition on Northern Virginia Magazine’s Top Veterinarians list for multiple years.
Dr. Vaughan graduated from Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine. After graduation, she relocated to Northern Virginia, where she has been an Associate Veterinarian at Colonial Animal Hospital ever since.
Dr. Vaughan grew up on a farm in Elmira, New York, and has been an avid animal lover from an early age. She is an equestrian and enjoys riding and taking care of horses and owns an Arabian horse.
She enjoys building long-term relationships with pet owners through client education, answering questions, follow-up calls, and when needed, referrals to specialists for advanced patient care. Her compassion and commitment to her patients and their owners have made her a trusted and valued member of the Colonial Animal Hospital team.
Dr. Vaughan is a co-author of The Cornell Book of Cats. Her dedication to veterinary medicine has also earned her recognition as one of Northern Virginia Magazine’s Top Veterinarians for several years.
Some urgent cases can be accommodated depending on your pet’s condition. If your pet needs emergency care beyond what we can provide, we can refer you to a nearby emergency hospital.
Yes. Our full-time groomer provides grooming services for both dogs and cats, including baths and brushing, while also having experience with pets dealing with difficult skin conditions.
Yes. We accept CareCredit to help make veterinary expenses more manageable. We also offer a new-client promotion and a referral program with credits for participating clients.
