About Us

About Us: ABBEY ANIMAL HOSPITAL is a full-service veterinary medical facility, located in VIRGINIA BEACH, VA . The professional and courteous staff at ABBEY ANIMAL HOSPITAL seek to provide the best possible medical care, surgical care and dental care for their highly-valued patients. We are committed to promoting responsible pet ownership, preventative health care and health-related educational opportunities for our clients. ABBEY ANIMAL HOSPITAL strives to offer excellence in veterinary care to VIRGINIA BEACH, VA and surrounding areas. Please take a moment to contact us today, to learn more about our veterinary practice and to find out more information about how ABBEY ANIMAL HOSPITAL can serve the needs of you and your cherished pet.

• Reception Area

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  Receptionist Happy to be working.

  

• Reception Area

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  Kid friendly reception area.

  

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• Doggie DayCare

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• Doggie DayCare

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  Romper Room!!!

  

• Doggie Daycare

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  All Boarding and Doggie Day Care is Veterinary Supervised. We can take care of any medical needs your pet may need while at Staying at Abbey Animal Hospital.

  

• Pet Pharmacy

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  We have a great pet pharmacy that we offer a variety of different products.

  

• Pet Pharmacy

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  We offer a variety of joint supplements to help lubricate joints of older pets and help them feel young again.

  

• Pet Pharmacy

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  Pet's have teeth too. Maintaining dental higiene keeps your pet healthy and happy. Check out our many Dental products.

  

• Pet Pharmacy

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  We offer a variety of behavior products and Dr. Knopp also offers Behavior consultations to help modify disruptive and destructive behavior.

  

• Grooming

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• Lab Area

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  Abbey Animal hospital does many in house blood diagnostics.

  

• Surgery Area

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  Abbey Animal hospital offers laser surgery and prides itself with keeping up-to-date with the lastest technology.

  

• Surgery Area

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  Dr. Knopp in Surgery.

  

• Surgery Area

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• Amanda LVT

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  My name is Amanda Moshier and I am a veterinary technician. I have been a part of the Abbey family since January 2000 and plan to pitch camp here for a long time. I've always had the desire to be around animals and I have decided to make a career out of it. I have been happily married to my lovi...

  

• Janelle

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  Janelle comes to us with many years of experience in grooming. Although joining the Abbey team in February 2011, she fit right in with our tight family. She is fun-loving and cares deeply for the animals she grooms and it reflects in her work. We hope to hold on to her for a long-long time. View

  

• Vicky

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  Vicky started working here in December 2007. She has been working with animals for many years and loves it. Around here she is also known as the "Dog Whisperer". She wins the hearts of dogs and cats who have a history of aggressive behavior. She has an 18 year old cat named Mischief, and 4 turtl...

  

• Dr. Robin Knopp

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  Dr.Knopp is a native of Virginia. He completed his undergraduate education at Virginia Tech and received his Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine at the University of Tennessee. Dr.Knopp's family includes his wife Kathy and 3 children: Allison, Christopher and Mark as well as a house full of pets. Dr.K...

  

• Kathy Knopp LVT

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  Kathy has been married to Dr. Knopp Since 1983. Kathy graduated from University of Maryland with a Bachelors Degree in Animal Science. She always wanted to be a Veterinarian so being here at Abbey Animal Hospital is the next best thing. Kathy also attented NVCC to obtain her Veterinary Technicians...

  

• Diana

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  My name is Diana, and I have lived in Virginia most of my life. I've worked here at Abbey Animal Hospital since October 2000. My family consists of 2 fawn pugs named Herbie and Lady, a flame point Himalayan named Spencer, a tortie kitten named Millie, my wonderful husband for 6 years and my 2 so...

  

• Chris

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  Following in his father (Dr. Knopp)'s footprints, Chris is currently attending VA-MD Regional College of Veterinary Medicine (Virginia Tech). He has had a love for animals his whole life and has always wanted to become a vet. Currently, his family is made up of a snake, Xena, and a domestic longh...

  

• Desiree

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  Desiree has been with us since January 2009. She comes to us with many years of experience in the veterinary field Her family is made up of 2 pitbulls, Zeus Remy, as well as 3 bengal cats, Hana, Divi, Kau'i but she loves all animals. View

  

• Chelsea

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  Chelsea joined the Abbey Animal Hospital team in April 2008. She comes to us with a bachelors degree in Animal Science from VA Tech, and has previous experience working in large animal veterinary clinics. Her current family is made up of her new husband and 2 boxers, Logan Piper. View

  

• Alli

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  Alli has officially Been with Abbey Animal Hospital since July 2004, although as Dr. Knopp Kathy's daughter, she has been involved with the hospital for much longer. Her husband Mark, does some handyman and electrical work around the hospital. The rest of her family consists of her 2 dogs: toy po...

  

• Melissa

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  Melissa has been with us since May 2007. She moved here from Northern Virginia. She loves all animals, especially dogs. Her family consists of her husband since June 2008, 2 dogs, Naddie (pitbull mix), and Spaz (poodle mix), a cat, Hoochie Mama, and a snake, Slimey (albino grey banded king snake...

  

• Lexi

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  Lexi Joined the Abbey Animal Hospital Family in August 2009. She has a St. Bernard puppy, Lucy, who strives for her attention. She is also trained as an assistant so you may see her helping the Doctors. She is hoping to begin attending school to further her education and become an official veteri...

  

• Courtney

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  Courtney has been with Abbey since April 2008. She did take a short break in between, but we are glad to have her back as part of the Abbey Animal Hospital family. Her home family consists of her high energy son, Hayden, and her lovable kitties: Cinnamon, Midnight, Sweet Sour, Mushu, and Momma ca...