River Valley Veterinary Hospital – Vets in Derby
Clinic Overview
River Valley Veterinary Hospital is an independent veterinary clinic in Derby, Connecticut located at 88 Sodom Ln. The practice treats dogs and cats and offers both in-clinic appointments and mobile/home visits through Concierge Critter Care. It does not advertise in-house emergency services.
River Valley Veterinary Hospital is an independent veterinary clinic in Derby, Connecticut located at 88 Sodom Ln. The practice treats dogs and cats and offers both in-clinic appointments and mobile/home visits through Concierge Critter Care. It does not advertise in-house emergency services.
Services
- •Wellness and comprehensive examinations
- •Puppy and kitten care
- •Preventative medicine
- •Senior care for dogs and cats
- •Mobile/home veterinary visits (Concierge Critter Care)
- •Digital radiography (digital x-rays)
- •Veterinary surgery
- •Spaying (ovariohysterectomy) and neutering
- •Mass removal and biopsies
- •Amputations and abdominal exploratory surgery
- •Dental care
Pricing
No published pricing information is available, but recent reviewers describe pricing as below average.
People
Veterinarians listed include Dr. Melissa J. Moore, DVM and Dr. Christopher Celentano, DVM; both are Fear Free Certified Professionals.
Reviews
River Valley Veterinary Hospital has a 4.8/5 rating on Google from 172 reviews. Recent comments describe friendly staff, patient handling, and clear explanations of treatment options, with some reviewers noting they were accommodated quickly when a pet was in pain. Pricing and overall customer service are also mentioned positively.

