About Locke A. Taylor Veterinary Hospital in Richmond
About Our Hospitals
Locke A. Taylor Veterinary Hospital was founded in 1969 by Dr. Locke A. Taylor with a staff of just four. From the very beginning, Dr. Taylor envisioned a veterinary practice that was large enough to serve the growing needs of the Richmond community, yet personal enough to give each patient the individual attention they deserve. Under his leadership, the hospital steadily grew into a trusted, full-service veterinary facility serving cats, dogs, birds, reptiles, pocket pets, and small farm animals across Richmond and the greater Richmond area.
For over five decades, Dr. Taylor dedicated his life to veterinary medicine. His unmatched passion for helping animals, his deep compassion for people, and his unwavering commitment to excellence made him not only a skilled veterinarian but also a beloved mentor, leader, and friend to so many.
In November 2023, we mourned the loss of Dr. Taylor, who faithfully served pets and their people for 54 years. His presence is deeply missed, but his spirit lives on in every corner of the hospital he built and loved.
Today, our team remains committed to continuing Dr. Taylor’s legacy. We strive each day to honor his mission, to serve with kindness, compassion, and the highest quality veterinary care. As we look to the future, we carry forward his vision and his heart, devoted to the animals and families who call Richmond home.
Our Core Values
At the heart of everything we do are four guiding principles:
Compassion
We understand that pets are family. We treat every patient with the same empathy and care we would want for our own furry friends. We extend that same compassion to the people who love them, recognizing the emotions and challenges that can come with pet ownership.
Kindness
From a warm smile at the front desk to gentle hands in the exam room, kindness is at the center of every interaction with both pets and their people.
Diligence
We take the time to listen, examine, and provide thorough, thoughtful care because every detail matters when it comes to your pet’s health.
Integrity
We believe in complete honesty and transparency in every decision we make for your pet’s care, ensuring you can trust us to always recommend what we believe is best.
Because we believe in caring for both ends of the leash, our mission is to provide exceptional veterinary care while offering support, compassion, and understanding to the people who love them most.