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Livewell Animal Hospital to open location in Old Town

By James Cullum
Livewell Animal Hospital rendering at 277 S. Washington Street in Old Town (via City of Alexandria)

National veterinary chain Livewell Animal Hospital is planning on opening in Old Town.

Livewell is currently hiring a hospital manager and a lead veterinarian for its Alexandria location in the Atrium building at 277 S. Washington Street in Old Town. Additionally, there is a Board of Architectural Review meeting scheduled for Thursday night (June 5) to discuss adding an illuminated sign to the exterior of the building and animal-shaped vinyl decals to the glass windows and front doors.

The five-story building was constructed in 1978 and replaced the old Alexandria Hospital, which stood at this location from 1917 to 1974, according to the city.

There are four Livewell Animal Hospitals in D.C. and dozens of locations nationwide.

ALXnow has reached out to Livewell on an opening date for the Alexandria location.

Frosted windows and pet silhouettes are proposed for Livewell Animal Hospital at 277 S. Washington Street in Old Town (via City of Alexandria)

About the Author

  • Reporter James Cullum has spent nearly 20 years covering Northern Virginia. He began working with ALXnow in 2020, and has covered every story under the sun for the publication, from investigative stories to features and photo galleries. His work includes coverage of national and international situations, as well as from the White House, Capitol, Pentagon, Supreme Court and State Department. He's covered protests and riots throughout the U.S. (including the Jan. 6 riot at the U.S. Capitol), in addition to earthquake-ridden Haiti, Western Sahara in North Africa and war-torn South Sudan. He has photographed presidents and other world leaders, celebrities and famous musicians, and excels under pressure.