Your Pet, Our Passion in Hamburg, NJ

A vision for a deeper kind of veterinary care.

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Top Rated Veterinarian in Hamburg, NJ

Care runs a little bit deeper here. We believe in getting to know every person and every pet as individuals. We believe in a higher standard of veterinary medicine; for every pet, every time.



We are passionate about educating you, empowering you, and forming a true partnership in your pet's healthcare. And we look for the little ways to make everything simpler, easier, and more relaxing.

Helping As Many Animals In Our Lifetime As Possible.

Our Services

What We Do

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Dentistry

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Diagnostics

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Wellness

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Laser Surgery

Why Pet Owners Choose Us

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Independent Veterinary Hospital

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Same-Day Ultrasounds

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In-House Diagnostics

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Exotic Pet Care

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 Longer Appointments

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Award-Winning Care

They Love Us

"The Vet Center of Hardyston is hands down the BEST! All of the veterinarians are awesome but Dr Cerf is our favorite! The staff and vet techs are first class. Always kind, caring and helpful. Love our Vet Center!!"


Dawn M.

"None better out there!! An amazing team! They love my boy like one of their own! Thank you doesn’t seem enough!"


Bobbi B.

"Always a pleasure coming into the office the staff is helpful and friendly."


Kathleen B.

"Wonderful staff, real concern for your pets. Everyone is friendly and eager to help."


Sandra M.

"Dr. Cerf goes above and beyond and makes himself available for any questions and concerns and truly cares about his patients and their owners. With him you are not just a number passing through the office - His kindness and compassion and knowledge are a gift."


Jeanne C.


"Dr. Cerf saved my beloved baby boy Dunkin many times and always treated him like family. Couldn’t ask for a more caring doctor and great at what he does."


Betty C.

"I have been going to Dr. Cerf for years with all my pets and he is the most compassionate vet who truly cares about all the animals he treats!"


Vanessa W.

"Dr. Cerf is the best out there. Can’t give him enough praise!"


Mark H.

"Dr. Cerf and his team are the absolute best! The staff is so kind, compassionate and helpful. There’s no where else I’d trust to take my pup! Highly recommend!"


Ashley W.

"Great service, friendly staff, clean facility. Really pleased with our new Vet!"


Christopher O.

Meet Our Skilled Team

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Dr. Travis Cerf

Owner / Veterinarian

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Dr. Sydney Striegel

Associate Veterinarian

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Dr. Ryan Van Vliet

Veterinarian

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Kait

Practice Manager

Tara

Lead Surgery Technician

Toni

Veterinary Technician

Christine

Tech Assistant

Jaime

Tech Assistant

Melissa

Office Manager / Lead Client Services Representative

Samara

Client Service Representative

Eric

Client Service Representative

Dawn

Client Service Representative

Dr. Travis Cerf

Owner / Veterinarian

Dr. Sydney Striegel

Associate Veterinarian

Dr. Ryan Van Vliet

Veterinarian

Hamburg Pet Owner Resources

Pet Care Information

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Full Service Animal Hospital in Hamburg, NJ

Our pet hospital offers the following services for dogs and cats of all breeds, ages, medical conditions and lifestyles: