Our Team Overview

The friendly, professional staff at VCA Metzger Animal Hospital is made up of dedicated individuals who make it their mission to help pets live long, healthy lives. To be true to this mission, the hospital team relies on many individuals, each equally important in helping us deliver the best patient and client experience for both you and your pet.

Teamwork is a constant in our daily practice. From the friendly staff at the front desk to the talented and dedicated technicians and doctors, to the fun-loving kennel and day-care staff, our team works cohesively to create a warm and welcoming experience for both you and your pet.

Our team provides exceptional veterinary care of the highest quality, including the care and dedication that make a difference.

Explore our staff biographies and learn about the people who make our facility an excellent choice for your pet care needs.

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Fred Metzger
DVM, MRCVS, Diplomate ABVP Staff Veterinarian

Dr. Metzger founded the hospital December 7, 1992, after completing his undergrad at Penn State and DVM from Purdue. Dr. Metzger is also a MRCVS-Member of the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons, Diplomate ABVP (American Board of Veterinary Practitioners), and Adjunct Professor at Penn State. After 33 years here at the hospital, he's been with us longer than some of our staff have been alive!

Born and raised here in State College, he spends most of his time teaching the next generation of veterinarians and conducting research into clinical pathology to better our understanding of disease processes. When not teac...

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Kristen Fletcher
Hospital Manager
Kristen joined us in 1996, working her way up from reception. Born and raised here in Centre County, she's seen almost everything in her 29 years with us. She and her husband, Neil, have two daughters and a rescue pup named Mae. They keep her fairly busy, but when not at the hospital, she loves spending time with family and friends and as much time outside as possible. Her favorite part of her job is helping our staff become the best they can be, while helping our clients and patients better and maintain their health!

Medical Services

We offer a variety of treatment options that fall outside of conventional veterinary medicine. Complementary and alternative pet therapies work in concert with your pet's current medical treatment to provide the best possible care to your loved one.

Veterinarian Support

Our technicians and support team members are all gentle animal lovers who treat your pets with the compassion and respect they deserve. Explore our support team members' biographies and learn about the individuals who make our hospital such a good choice for your pets' care.

Client Services

We are committed to providing the best possible service and our Client Services team loves to exceed pet owner's expectations. Whether it's answering your calls, guiding you and your pet to the exam rooms or checking you in and out quickly, our client service representatives and receptionists are dedicated to providing helpful client and patient support that raises the bar on customer service.

Pet Care Specialists

Just as we emphasize health, we also understand the value of providing a full line of care to our clients, which may include boarding and/or grooming services. Our team of caring and compassionate staff are here to offer your pets exceptional services that keep them feeling and looking their best while you're away.
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Our teams are united in our common purpose of taking care of the future of veterinary medicine.
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