ABOUT US

Family owned and operated. When you’re here, you’re family.

Everything your pet needs under one roof.

Spot On Veterinary Hospital & Hotel is your one-stop shop for all of your animal’s needs including comprehensive veterinary and specialty medicine, alternative medicine including acupuncture, luxury boarding, daycare, training, expert grooming, a retail shop, and pet chauffeur service. Conveniently located just ½ mile off exit 6 on Route 95, our brand new luxurious facility is dedicated to providing your pet with the best care in a calm and comfortable environment.

Veterinary Hospital

Spot On Veterinary Hospital is a modern, state-of-the-art, full-service animal hospital.

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Pet Hotel

Spot On Hotel offers luxurious 5-star accommodations for your pets while you are away.

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Dog Day Care

Our day care provides your dog with exercise, socialization, and fun while you are traveling or at work.

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Grooming Spa

We offer everything from bubble baths to breed specific cuts, luxurious coat treatments, massages, and pawdicures.

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When our patients are happy, we’re happy!

"Dr. Putter is absolutely the best when it comes to taking care of our cat, Kali. He's gentle and kind to her and also makes us feel safe and welcome at the same time. I would highly recommend him to everyone I know! If you need someone who is knowledgeable, professional, super nice and of course caring - then definitely look no further."

Shira + Kali

"Dr. Phil gives the best care with the greatest care! He treats our dog like it's his own, which is all one can ask for in a vet."

Seth + Little Dude

"Dr. Putter is the best vet we have ever had. So thorough and caring. Our two Bulldogs love him! His concierge service is so convenient for us with two dogs and a one year old son makes my life easier! Highly recommended!"

Marissa + Bella

"I moved to Greenwich, with a 16-year-old dog who has a few different health issues, and I was worried about getting established with a new vet. I am so glad I found Dr. Putter. He is extremely thorough and conscientious. He spent a lot of time with me, going over my dog's history and also discussing how to best maintain his health and quality of life. I ask lots of questions and Dr. Putter always answers them completely. When there are different options for treatment, Dr. Putter will explain each one thoroughly, so that I feel like I can make the best decision for my dog. I feel like Dr. Putter and I collaborate as a team to optimize my dog's health and well-being. If that's the kind of relationship you want with your vet, Dr. Putter is the one!"

Betsy + Raleigh

Meet the Team

Dr. Philip Putter, DVM

Founder & Owner

In 2015, Dr. Philip Putter, DVM founded Spot On Veterinary. The business launched as a mobile veterinary concierge practice and was immediately successful as clients were drawn to the convenience and comfort of in-home appointments and Phil’s professional and personalized care. In 2016, as demand grew for his services, Phil began the search for property, and soon found a conveniently located piece of property and warehouse that is now home to Spot On Veterinary Hospital & Hotel in Stamford, CT. The 16,000 square-foot facility brings to life his vision of a modern, one-stop lifestyle destination for all pet care needs, and includes a state of the art veterinary hospital, pet hotel and dog daycare, grooming, adoption center and more.

At Spot On, Dr. Putter’s mission is to provide world-class care for clients and their pets through exceptional medicine and distinguished client service. As a passionate animal lover, Dr. Putter and the team treat each patient as an individual, providing personalized treatment plans in an environment that considers their mental, emotional and physical well-being for animals and their guardians.

Prior to launching his own veterinary practice, Dr. Putter worked at a number of small animal hospitals in Ohio, New York, and Connecticut. Dr. Putter grew up in Suffern, NY, and graduated from Vassar College with a BA in Neuroscience. He then attended Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine and completed his year of veterinary clinical rotations at Ohio State University. Dr. Putter has worked at a shark lab research station in Bimini, Bahamas, and at a large animal preserve in South Africa. When Dr. Putter is not at Spot On, he enjoys traveling, woodwork, gardening, and spending time with family and friends. Dr. Putter lives in Nyack, NY with his wife Becky, son Hudson, daughter Emma, and rescue dog, Ticket.

Becky Putter

Director of Operations

Becky has worked hand in hand with her husband to launch this business from the ground up in September 2015. At Spot On, Becky is the director of operations where she manages the practice’s business administration, finances, and marketing. Becky grew up in Massachusetts, graduated from Vassar College, and worked previously in nonprofit development and philanthropy.

Kaeley Blum

Director, Spot On Hospital & Hotel

Kaeley joined Spot On in November of 2016 as the manager of the mobile practice and now oversees all aspects of the Hospital & Hotel. Kaeley has worked in the veterinary industry for 24 years, first as a licensed technician, then managing veterinary hospitals for the last 13 years, most recently providing continuing education and training for hospitals throughout the Northeast. She is also an experienced dog behaviorist and trainer, with roots in shelter medicine and management. Kaeley lives in Brookfield, CT with her partner Dean and their three children Gretta, Zoey and Jake. They share their home with three dogs, one cat, 12 chickens, a Sulcata tortoise, a turkey named Linda, and a ball python named Danger Noodle.

Dr. Anna Larson

Associate Veterinarian

Dr. Anna Larson specializes in veterinary dentistry, geriatric feline medicine, preventative medicine, and client education. A Wisconsin-native and Dr. Larson graduated from Ross University in 2010 after finishing her clinical year at the University of Missouri-Columbia and completing cardiology and dentistry externships at the University of Pennsylvania. She currently lives in Norwalk with her toddler, Grayson, her daughter, her loving husband, Anthony, and her feisty calico cat, Mulder.

Dr. Rachel Fuentes

Traditional Chinese Veterinary Medicine & Acupuncture

A certified veterinary acupuncturist, Dr. Fuentes creates custom treatment plans for pets, which combine her expertise in both the general practice and Eastern medicine. A New York Native, Dr. Fuentes graduated from Ross University in 2011 after finishing her clinical year at Kansas State University and completed her TCVM training at the Chi Institute. Dr. Fuentes lives in Danbury CT and looks forward to providing Spot On Veterinary and its patients with top-tier Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine.

Dr. Andrew Pickerstein

Associate Veterinarian

Dr. Andrew Pickerstein specializes in geriatric medicine, dermatology, preventative medicine, and chronic diseases. A Connecticut native, Dr. Pickerstein graduated from the University of Wisconsin Madison School of Veterinary Medicine in 2003. Prior to joining Spot On, he worked at several veterinary hospitals across Connecticut developing strong relationships with the veterinary community. Dr. Pickerstein currently splits his time between Old Greenwich and New Haven with his partner Moira, 3 children Isaac, Jade, and Skye, his dog Rex and step cat, Brady.

Sue Stewart

Manager of Spot On Pet Hotel

Sue is a seasoned pet care professional with over 25 years of experience as a groomer and facility manager. A passionate animal lover, Sue grew up with dogs, cats, hamsters, ferrets, rabbits, and even birds – it’s no surprise she chose the pet industry as a career! Sue started her profession in the grooming industry, then decided to pursue lodging management, where she has remained for some 20 years. Sue aims to provide a safe, caring and a nurturing environment for all dogs and cats that call Spot On their second home. Sue lives in Trumbull CT with her three children, and cavalier king charles spaniel, Olaf.

Erica Lagotte

Lead Stylist, Spot On Spa

Erica is an expert grooming professional, focused on providing Spot On pet clients with picture-perfect pampering services like bubble baths, breed specific cuts, luxurious coat treatments, massages, paw-dicures and more. Erica began her career as a veterinary assistant at the Pace University Nature Center, where she cared for a wide variety of local and exotic wildlife. In 2007, she entered the grooming world, learning the trade as she helped to grow a new grooming shop in Westchester. Over the past decade, her attention to detail and understanding manner with both her canine and human clientele has amassed her a loyal base of customers. Erica welcomes all breeds and all temperaments onto her grooming table. Erica lives in Pound Ridge with her brilliant hound mix, Doug, a sweet cat named Penelope, a troublemaker cat named Olive, and Hobbes, the chatty Quaker parrot.

Janet Willhite

Lead Trainer, Spot On Training

Janet Willhite has been working with dogs since she was 16 years old and has more than 30 years of continuing education and experience training animals.

Janet’s training method is through positive reinforcement and balanced training. She prides herself at turning pet owners from “no, bad dog” to “what a good puppy!” She loves to help teach pet owners about how puppies learn and develop, allowing pet parents to enjoy the journey of growth and building successful bonds between owners and their 4 legged family members.

Janet’s passion is being able to enhance the relationship between animals and their owners through teamwork and she brings her enthusiasm and infectious positivity to Spot On to offer the most comprehensive training experience available.