Welcome to the Animal Hospital of Sussex County. We’re here to serve you and your pets, small and large, every day. Stop by our office and meet us and you will see why we’re called Caring Vets, because the difference is in the caring!
Coronavirus COVID-19 Guidelines & Updates for Our Clients & Their Pets
We are open and committed to assisting our clients and their pets throughout this challenging time, however we are asking you read these guidelines and call us at 973-579-1155 before coming to the office so that we can adequately prepare for your arrival. We will continue to also take any and all emergencies!
We are open and operating during COVID-19, following all state & guidelines and focusing on essential & life-sustaining procedures and exams as well as farm and livestock calls. Read the full info here: NJ Veterinary Practices during COVID-19.
We are also now offering telemedicine via Veterinary Video Consults (click to learn more).
Read all of our COVID-19 updates & information.
Additional resources on Coronavirus COVID-19 FAQs for Pet Owners published by the AVMA.
Our Location & Directions
We are located at 169 Hampton House Road (US Highway 206), in Augusta, New Jersey, 07822. You can find us next to the NJ State Police barracks. Our phone number is (973) 579-1155 and our fax is (973) 579-2908.
During COVID-19 we will be taking our last appointment at 5:30pm and closing at 6pm Mon – Fri to allow the staff for additional cleaning and disinfecting of the clinic at the end of the day.
New Services & Technology
We have new services and technology to provide the absolute best in veterinary medical care for your pet.
- Acupuncture services
- Brymill Cryosurgery
- Companion PRP & laser therapy
- Tonovet eye pressure testing that removes the need for topical corneal anesthetic
- ICU unit by Lyons technology based out of San Diego California that includes sealed oxygen up to 80% level while reducing CO2; supplies heat, cold, and nebulizes antibiotics when needed
- On site Abaxis Chemistry, CBC and Istat blood gases
Some of Our Key Benefits
- Full-Service Medicine, Surgery & Dentistry
- Certified Technicians
- Experienced Doctors: On Call Nights & Weekends
- All Pets are Welcome: Cats, Dogs, Rabbits, Birds & Exotics
- Equine Practice
- Open 7 days a week
- Centrally located in Sussex County, NJ
Visit our Animal Hospital and see the facility that brings a “State of the Art” veterinary hospital to Sussex County.
Read Our Testimonials
Here at the Animal Hospital of Sussex County, we know that your pets are your family, and you are all family to us! That’s why we’ve recently added our testimonials to our website so that you can see for yourself what other clients and patients have to say. From cats and dogs, to farm animals, and more, we’re here to help. But don’t take our word for out. Read on to learn more.
Our Certifications
AAHA: The Animal Hospital of Sussex County is a certified hospital in the American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA). To achieve this distinction, our hospital has passed regular comprehensive inspections of our facilities, medical equipment, veterinary practice methods and management. If you are traveling or relocating anywhere, finding an AAHA hospital will ensure the best medical care for your pet. The AAHA is recognized as the world’s leading association of small animal practitioners.
AAFP: We are also a cat friendly practice, certified by the American Association of Feline Practitioners. This means that the Animal Hospital of Sussex County is specifically set up to decrease stress and provide a more calming environment for your cat. Our staff has also been trained in feline-friendly handling and understanding cat behavior in order to increase the quality of care for your cat.
Our Location
The Hospital is centrally located in Newton (Augusta), the “hub” of Sussex County, New Jersey, convenient to all of the major towns including the county seat, Newton, NJ. The facility is set back from highway 206 on a spacious three acre lot filled with towering maple trees, a stream and a large lawn. Often, our clients walk their animals along the woodlands and on the grassy meadow behind the clinic.
HOUSE CALLS: For those clients who cannot visit our facility due to handling of their large pets, great number of pets, or debilitating condition, our doctors will be happy to make house calls. A fully equipped (ultrasound, portable x-ray, endoscope) vehicle is available. Our mobile services are offered at your convenience. Additionally, for the saddest of times, we offer at home euthanasia for the comfort and dignity of your beloved pet.