Trusted Veterinary Care in Trolley Square Since 1987

A boutique, doctor-owned clinic in Trolley Square providing personalized veterinary care for cats and dogs for over 40 years.

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About Kentmere Veterinary Hospital

Kentmere Veterinary Hospital has been serving the Forty Acres community for four decades. We're a three-doctor practice, and our small, consistent team means we get to know your pet the way a large practice can't. Your doctor remembers your pet's story, milestones, close calls and unique personality.

We're locally and independently owned, which means the veterinarian in the room with you is also the one making the decisions. No corporate protocols or one-size-fits-all plan. Just a doctor who knows your pet, understands your situation, and builds a treatment plan from there.

Our History

Kentmere Veterinary Hospital was founded in 1987 by Dr. Kevin P. Coogan, who cared for our neighborhood pets for nearly four decades. In 2019, Dr. Anne Ireland and Dr. Stephanie Snyder joined the Kentmere team to expand our trusted services and establish the hospital’s next chapter of leadership.

Dr. Ireland assumed sole ownership of the practice in 2023. She is committed to carrying on the tradition of personalized and compassionate care that our clients have come to rely on for decades.

With the addition of Dr. Laura Waterbury in 2025, we maintain a tight three-doctor team. Moving forward, we'll continue to combine our personalized approach with advancing technology and expanding services in veterinary care, so your pet always gets care tailored to their needs.

Meet Our Team

Anne M. Ireland, DVM - Owner

Dr. Ireland was born & raised in Delaware and received her undergraduate degree from Virginia Tech. She studied veterinary medicine at Ross University & graduated in 2013 following her clinical year of study at Auburn School of Veterinary Medicine.

Dr. Ireland started her career in private practice with professional interests in emergency care & internal medicine. She relocated back to Delaware from the west coast in 2019 to join the Kentmere team. In January 2023, Dr. Ireland assumed ownership of Kentmere Veterinary Hospital with the support of founding owner, Dr. Kevin P. Coogan.

Dr. Ireland currently resides in Wilmington with her Bengal cat- Monica, her German Shorthaired Pointer- Henry and retired barn cat - Peaches.

Stephanie Snyder, DVM - Associate

Dr. Stephanie Snyder joined Kentmere Vet Hospital in 2019 after several years of working in Pennsylvania. She obtained her Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine from Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine, where she graduated with Highest Honors; and received her Bachelor’s Degree from the University of Delaware.

After graduating, Dr. Snyder returned to North Wilmington with her husband, Steve. Dr. Snyder was raised in North Wilmington and is a St. Mary Magdalen Alum. Dr. Snyder became a mother to her son in February of 2022.

She loves spending her free time hiking and running. She has two very active girls, Dorothy Hudson and Pickle Degg, a dalmation and a pitbull. Dr. Snyder also has a King Charles Cavalier named Woody Tree who is her little cuddle bug. In addition to furry friends, Dr. Snyder and her husband have a collection of reptiles including two tortoises, Pretzel, a sulcata tortoise, and Hefeweizen, an elongated tortoise, an army of dart frogs, a Betta fish named Fishy and a Texas rat snake named Big Texas.

Laura Waterbury, DVM - Associate

Dr. Waterbury was born & raised in New York and received her undergraduate degree from SUNY New Paltz. She studied veterinary medicine at Ross University & graduated in 2013 following her clinical year of study at Oklahoma State University College of Veterinary Medicine.

Dr. Waterbury started her career in private companion animal practice near Pittsburgh, PA and then did large animal and public health with the USDA, while doing some small/companion animal work on the weekends. She relocated to West Chester, PA in August 2024 and is excited to be a part of the Kentmere team.

She loves spending her time with her husband Matthew, 3 kids, Brayden, Preston, and Raelyn along with their dog, Soleil. Her nights and weekends are spent at the hockey rink for Brayden and soccer field for both boys and dance for Raelyn. When she gets free time Dr. Waterbury loves to read.

Curtis Pannell - Practice Manager

Curtis was born and raised in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. From an early age, his love for animals was undeniable. Whether caring for dogs, cats, snakes, pigs, or birds, Curtis was always eager to learn about and nurture the animals around him.

In 2001, Curtis began his professional career in the industry as an Animal Care Technician at Temple University's Department of Veterinary Resources. Through dedication, hard work, and a passion for animal welfare, he quickly advanced through the ranks, eventually becoming the Operations Manager and holding leadership positions at several institutions throughout his career. In January 2025, he joined the Kentmere team as the new Practice Manager where he is inspired to contribute to the exciting supportive and caring culture.

Outside of his professional life, Curtis enjoys spending quality time with his family, especially his wife, Ashley, and their three beloved pets: Cassius Ray, a Cane Corso, and Queen and Slim, two black shorthair cats. He also enjoys cooking new recipes, traveling, hiking, staying active at the gym, and spending time with friends.

There's a difference when your vet's also the owner.

Being independently owned means every decision is made by the veterinarians you're sitting with, not a corporate stakeholder. We make the rules and take the time to understand your pet, your situation, and your concerns, and we shape a treatment plan from there.

What that means for your pet's care:

No production quotas or sales targets influencing recommendations

Treatment plans shaped by clinical experience, not corporate policy

The flexibility to adjust care based on your pet's needs and your comfort level

Clear, straightforward explanations so you can choose what feels right for your family

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