Welcome to Narrowsburg Veterinary:
Your Trusted Catskills Veterinary Team
At Narrowsburg Veterinary, our team offers next-level care for your cats and dogs.
Led by the experienced and compassionate Dr. Neil Hess, our dedicated team shares a common passion for helping cats and dogs, ensuring the well-being of your four-legged companions.
We understand that your pets are cherished family members, and we are committed to providing the highest level of care to put your mind at ease.
As community members, we deeply value the opportunity to connect with you, your pets, and your family.
We invite you to get to know our exceptional team, who are highly skilled professionals and genuinely caring individuals devoted to providing the best possible care for your pets.
Narrowsburg Veterinary: A Journey of Passion, Community, and Pet Care.
Dr. Neil Hess and his wife, Leslie, discovered their passion for Narrowsburg, NY, during the pandemic when they purchased a home in the heart of town.
They were captivated by Narrowsburg's charm, the warm-hearted people, and the sense of community that enveloped them.
Eager to immerse themselves further into the Narrowsburg lifestyle, the couple pondered ways to contribute to the community.
It wasn't long before they realized that opening a veterinary practice could be the perfect next chapter in their lives, especially as their children were growing up.
Dr. Hess, no stranger to starting successful practices, having previously established his own and grown it into a thriving five-doctor operation, enthusiastically embraced the idea.
Support and encouragement poured in from friends and neighbors, assuring Dr. Hess and Leslie that the demand for a skilled veterinarian in the area was undeniable.
After an extensive search, they stumbled upon an ideal location — a charming log cabin building that was once the old Jeff Bank.
With the perfect spot secured, the vision for Narrowsburg Veterinary began to crystallize.
Our Mission
Our dedicated team at Narrowsburg Veterinary is committed to providing personalized and compassionate veterinary care to the pets and people of Narrowsburg, New York, and the surrounding area, ensuring their well-being and fostering strong and lasting bonds between families and their four-legged companions.
Our Values
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Compassion
At Narrowsburg Veterinary, we offer 30-minute appointments to provide comprehensive care.
We believe in treating every pet with the utmost compassion and empathy, understanding that they are cherished members of your family.
And our team is dedicated to ensuring your pet's comfort and well-being throughout their visit.
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Transparency
We believe in keeping you fully informed every step of the way.
From diagnosis to treatment options, we will openly communicate and educate you on your pet's condition, ensuring you have a clear understanding of the situation.
While always recommending the best course of action, we also respect your needs and limitations, offering alternative options tailored to your unique circumstances.
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Personal Attention
Your pet's well-being is our top priority, and we provide the personal attention they deserve.
Throughout the entire appointment process, your dedicated veterinarian will be by your side, ensuring continuity of care while building a strong doctor-patient relationship.
We value the one-on-one interaction, as it allows us to better understand your pet's health needs and provide tailored recommendations.
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Supportive Guidance
We’re dedicated to providing comprehensive support and guidance to pet owners dealing with chronic or recurrent medical conditions.
Our team ensures that you have a proactive management plan in place, reducing the frequency of relapses and minimizing the need for frequent office visits.
Our goal is to empower you with the knowledge and tools to optimize your pet's well-being.
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Diagnostic Accuracy
Dr. Hess, our skilled diagnostician, employs his expertise to accurately identify the root cause of your pet's condition.
Through meticulous examination and advanced diagnostic techniques, we strive for precise diagnoses, enabling us to provide targeted and effective treatments.
Your pet's health and comfort are our top priorities.
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Community
As proud members of the Narrowsburg and Upper Delaware community, we are deeply committed to serving the needs of local cats and dogs.
We view them as cherished family members, and our mission is to provide exceptional care to ensure their well-being.
We actively engage with the community, fostering relationships built on trust, compassion, and mutual respect.
Meet Your Narrowsburg Veterinary team
Meet Your Vet:
Dr. Neil Hess
Dr. Neil Hess is a compassionate, caring and experienced diagnostician.
After 28 years in practice, Dr. Hess has seen it all and worked with pets and their families as they navigate a variety of challenges.
Not only can Dr. Hess support you and your pet with the physical needs associated with their care, but he also understands that hard decisions bring emotional weight as well.
From medicine costs to those moments when it’s time to say goodbye, Dr. Hess is here to help you and your family navigate the process of caring for your pet.
Dr. Hess graduated from Tufts University School of Veterinary Medicine in 1995 and completed an internship in small animal medicine and surgery at the Oradell Animal Hospital in Oradell, New Jersey, in 1996.
25 years ago he started his own animal hospital, Old Tappan Veterinary,
Under his direction, the practice became AAHA certified and grew to include five doctors. Doctor Hess sold the practice to VCA in 2018 and remained medical director until 2023.
In addition to his extensive experience, Dr. Hess is a member of The New York State Veterinary Medical Society (NYSVMS), The American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA), and The New Jersey Veterinary Medical Association (NJVMA). And Dr. Hess is licensed to practice in both New York State and the state of New Jersey.
When he’s not tending to the needs of the community’s dogs and cats, Dr. Hess enjoys reading, hiking, woodworking, and canoeing (he even built a cedar strip canoe which he enjoys using in the Delaware River).
Dr. Hess is married to Leslie Hess; they have a blended family of four children, a French bulldog named Kate, and a Havanese named Walter.
And he’s proud to call Narrowsburg, New York and the Upper Delaware River Valley home.
Chloe Lowe
Certified Veterinary Technician
Chloe graduated from the Johnson College Veterinary Technician program in June 2016 and became a Certified Veterinary Technician.
She grew up on a small farm and currently has two Goldendoodles.
Aside from caring for her pups and yours, Chloe is also a wife and new mother.
Kaila Southard
Certified Veterinary Technician
Kaila graduated from Johnson College in 2018 and lives in Pennsylvania with her husband and children.
The family has a dog named Atlas and two cats named Cleo and Olive.
When she’s not working with your four-legged family members, Kaila enjoys reading, gardening, and hiking.
Gina Farrachi
Certified Veterinary Technician
Gina grew up in the woods with a true love for animals and nature.
After discovering her passion for veterinary medicine, she attended Johnson College and became a certified veterinary technician in 2016.
Gina even has her own little farm full of critters.
Her animals are her family, and caring for them is her life’s work.
Kaitlyn McDonald
Certified Veterinary Technician
Kaitlyn McDonald is from Newfoundland, Pennsylvania, and has been a veterinarian assistant for over two years.
Kaitlyn is pursuing veterinary nursing at Johnson College to become a certified technician.
When Kaitlyn isn’t studying or working, she enjoys spending time with her two dogs, three cats, and two adorable rats.
Emma Faithful
Certified Veterinary Technician
Emma is currently enrolled at Johnson College for Veterinary Nursing.
She’s originally from Long Island, New York, but recently moved to Honesdale, Pennsylvania with her parents and three siblings.
Emma has two dogs, seven goats, two bearded dragons, and a chinchilla. And her guilty pleasure is rewatching Jersey Shore.
Leslie Hess
Office Manager
Leslie is a graduate of Lafayette College in Easton, Pennslyvania, and has a Master's Degree in teaching from Teachers College at Columbia University, New York.
She was an elementary school teacher and a choreographer for the middle and high school musical productions.
She has four children, including two of her own, Sophia and Roman, and two stepchildren, Jake and Sage.
She also has two dogs, Walter and Kate.
Leslie loves dancing, musicals, and canoeing on the Delaware River.
