Springfield Animal Hospital returns to its “furever” facility

The Springfield Animal Hospital officially reopened its doors on Monday, Aug. 28. They are fully functional once again, with all of their services including boarding, grooming, dentistry, surgery, and other veterinary and emergency services.

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Springfield Animal Hospital returns to its “furever” facility By SHAWNTAE STILLWELL, The ShopperSeptember 5, 2017 animal hospital Photo by Shawnate Stillwell. SPRINGFIELD, Vt. – The Springfield Animal Hospital officially reopened its doors on Monday, Aug. 28. They are fully Springfield Animal Hospital announces it has reopened. Photo by Shawntae Stillwell. functional once again, with all of their services including boarding, grooming, dentistry, surgery, and other veterinary and emergency services. On Jan. 19, the animal hospital encountered a chimney fire in the crematorium in the building. The fire rose and traveled throughout the attic, leaving staff with no other option but to shut down the office. “Most of the interior damage was just from all of the smoke and soot, and some water,” said Samantha Hawkins, office manager. They saved what they could, and replaced a lot of equipment that was damaged. Animals that were boarding or undergoing treatments were sent back home, and the staff moved what was salvageable down the road to a temporary location. They were only closed a week and a half, and continued to offer most services, excluding boarding and grooming. The community was so supportive and helpful, and clients were understanding. “We had so many people call to see what they could do to help,” explained Hawkins, “and that really hits right here,” she continued, patting her hand on her heart. People brought staff members lunches and coffee as a thoughtful gesture. After seven months of cleaning, rebuilding and remodeling, Springfield Animal Hospital has moved back into their forever location. Parry Construction did most of the carpentry and general contracting, while HB Energy did the HVAC, electrical and plumbing work. Other painters, roofers, and contractors contributed to get the building ready for operation. All of the staff was on board to move the inventory and supplies into the “new” building. Parry Construction employees were most helpful in moving the heavier equipment, and HB Energy assisted in moving the surgery lights and re-plumbing the treatment tables. animal hospital Exam rooms have been completely remodeled. Photo by Shawntae Stillwell. With the reconstruction, they’ve gained a handicapped parking space and entrance ramp on the side of the building. They also had the parking lot striped to animal hospital New handicap ramp and parking was added. Photo by Shawntae Stillwell. help define parking spaces. The interior is warm and fresh, with a welcoming reception area and tidy examination rooms, which have been slightly rearranged for better usability. The staff members are all ready to see their furry friends! Owners Brad Temple and Dena Meehan appreciate all of the hard work from their staff, the crews who reconstructed their facility and assisted with the move, and their clients and community during this transitional period. They’ve announced their move on Facebook and on their website, and over the phone. You can call them at 802-885-2505, or visit them today at their permanent location at 346 River St. in Springfield. Their hours are Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, 8 a.m. – 6 p.m.; Tuesday and Thursday, 8 a.m. – 8 p.m.; and Saturday, 8 a.m. – 3 p.m.