Our Story

Discover the values and philosophy of care that guide our work at Sandwich Animal Hospital. We are here for you and your pet—as experts, as educators, and, above all, as partners in veterinary health.

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Supporting Your Pets in Cape Cod, MA

Our Beginnings: Dr. Hussey’s Inspiration

Sandwich Animal Hospital is built around one simple belief: Your pet’s care should feel personal.

From a young age, Dr. Laura Hussey knew she wanted to be a veterinarian. While spending time with her neighbor’s Appaloosa, she noticed something wrong with its eye. When the vet came to see the horse, he told her she had a talent for noticing things with animals. That compliment sparked a lifelong passion for caring for animals.

A Lifelong Journey in Care

Her career has taken her across the world, providing care to pets and the people who love them, but visiting Cape Cod changed everything. The sense of community and the way her neighbors cared so deeply for their animals made it feel like home. In April 2025, she purchased Sandwich Animal Hospital with a clear vision: build a new legacy for an independently owned veterinary clinic where pets and their families feel genuinely seen, heard, and cared for.

Bringing Expert Veterinary Care to Cape Cod, MA

Today, Dr. Hussey and her team focus on medicine that’s both thorough and personal. No rushing. No pressure. We focus on thoughtful, compassionate care built around communication, honesty, and doing what’s best for each individual pet. Whether it’s preventive care, diagnostics, surgery, or helping manage chronic conditions, Dr. Hussey’s focus is on providing the best outcomes for each pet in her care while simultaneously ensuring their owners feel educated and confident about that care.

What Makes Us Different?

We listen.

You know your pet best. We take your concerns seriously and welcome every question.

We communicate

We call or text you back, follow up proactively, and keep you in the loop so you never feel unsure about your pet’s care.

We genuinely care.

We treat your pet like our own, taking time to understand their personality and care for them with gentleness and patience.

We support our community

As a privately owned clinic, we’re proud to serve our local community with the attention it deserves.

We keep learning

Our team invests in ongoing training so our care stays current and our skills stay sharp.

We educate

You’ll always understand what we recommend, what we’re doing, and why it matters for your pet.

We tailor care

Treatment plans are built around your pet’s needs, your priorities, and your budget—never pressure or upselling.

We reduce stress

From check‑in to checkout, we work to make every visit calm, comfortable, and low‑stress for both you and your pet.