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Best Vets in Needham – Complete Local Guide

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4.6 ★ Average Rating
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About Veterinary Care in Needham

Needham has three veterinary clinics, and overall pet owners rate them well, with an average Google score of 4.6 across 120 reviews. What stands out is that two clinics offer emergency or out-of-hours care, giving this small town stronger urgent-care coverage than you might expect.

3 clinics4.6 avg rating0 with published prices0 verified

Top 3 clinics (current town ranking table)

ClinicOur ScoreVerifiedPublished prices
Chestnut Street Animal Hospital48/100
Dr. Holly Kelsey35/100
Maher Susanne DVM6/100

In Needham, the main picture is limited choice paired with generally encouraging feedback. Three clinics gives pet owners some room to compare, but not enough depth to cover every preference easily. Public reviews are also concentrated heavily around one option, so the market may feel narrower in practice than the clinic count suggests, especially if you prefer choosing from several well-reviewed vets in Needham rather than relying on a single standout.

From a trust and access perspective, Needham requires a little extra legwork. None of the top listings are verified here, so it is worth confirming hours, appointment availability, and the exact services offered before you book. Weekend access exists but is not widespread, and only one clinic stays open past 7pm, so convenience can become a deciding factor for working households. On the plus side, emergency or out-of-hours care is available locally at two clinics, and the service mix suggests support for both typical companion pets and at least some exotic-animal needs.

For routine dog and cat care in Needham, the most practical move is to start with the option that has the deepest pool of public feedback, then compare based on scheduling fit and how easy it is to get follow-up care. If you have a bird, rabbit, reptile, or another nontraditional pet, call ahead and ask about species-specific experience rather than assuming coverage. For urgent situations, it makes sense to identify an emergency-capable clinic before you need one, because evening access is limited and the local shortlist is small.

Best Rated Veterinary Clinics in Needham, Massachusetts

Top-ranked veterinary practices based on quality, service, and customer reviews

#1 Ranking
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Our Score (48/100)

4.7(118)
Treats:
dog
cat
exotic

Chestnut Street Animal Hospital is a veterinary clinic in Needham, Massachusetts, located at 334 Chestnut St. It treats dogs and cats as well as exotics and small mammals, including birds, rabbits, guinea pigs, hamsters, and other pocket...

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Chestnut Street Animal Hospital is a veterinary clinic in Needham, Massachusetts, located at 334 Chestnut St. It treats dogs and cats as well as exotics and small mammals, including birds, rabbits, guinea pigs, hamsters, and other pocket pets. Emergency care is available during regular office hours, with after-hours emergency partners used for care outside business hours. The clinic is part of Rarebreed Veterinary Partners.

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#2 Ranking
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Our Score (35/100)

4.5(2)
Treats:
dog
cat
exotic

Dr. Holly Kelsey practices at a veterinary clinic on Chestnut Street in Needham, Massachusetts. The clinic sees dogs, cats, and exotics including birds, rabbits, guinea pigs, hamsters, and other pocket pets. Emergency care is offered...

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Dr. Holly Kelsey practices at a veterinary clinic on Chestnut Street in Needham, Massachusetts. The clinic sees dogs, cats, and exotics including birds, rabbits, guinea pigs, hamsters, and other pocket pets. Emergency care is offered during regular office hours, with after-hours referral partners listed for emergencies outside business hours. Regular hours are Monday 8 AM–5 PM, Tuesday 8 AM–6 PM, Wednesday 8 AM–5 PM, Thursday 8 AM–5 PM, and Friday 8 AM–4 PM (closed weekends).

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More Veterinary Practices in Needham

Additional veterinary clinics serving the area

#1 Ranking
No Prices

Our Score (48/100)

4.7(118)
Treats:
dog
cat
exotic

Chestnut Street Animal Hospital is a veterinary clinic in Needham, Massachusetts, located at 334 Chestnut St. It treats dogs and cats as well as exotics and small mammals, including birds, rabbits, guinea pigs, hamsters, and other pocket...

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Chestnut Street Animal Hospital is a veterinary clinic in Needham, Massachusetts, located at 334 Chestnut St. It treats dogs and cats as well as exotics and small mammals, including birds, rabbits, guinea pigs, hamsters, and other pocket pets. Emergency care is available during regular office hours, with after-hours emergency partners used for care outside business hours. The clinic is part of Rarebreed Veterinary Partners.

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#2 Ranking
No Prices

Our Score (35/100)

4.5(2)
Treats:
dog
cat
exotic

Dr. Holly Kelsey practices at a veterinary clinic on Chestnut Street in Needham, Massachusetts. The clinic sees dogs, cats, and exotics including birds, rabbits, guinea pigs, hamsters, and other pocket pets. Emergency care is offered...

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Dr. Holly Kelsey practices at a veterinary clinic on Chestnut Street in Needham, Massachusetts. The clinic sees dogs, cats, and exotics including birds, rabbits, guinea pigs, hamsters, and other pocket pets. Emergency care is offered during regular office hours, with after-hours referral partners listed for emergencies outside business hours. Regular hours are Monday 8 AM–5 PM, Tuesday 8 AM–6 PM, Wednesday 8 AM–5 PM, Thursday 8 AM–5 PM, and Friday 8 AM–4 PM (closed weekends).

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