Dr. Xavier Benjamin is joining Dominion Valley Animal Hospital in Haymarket, Virginia, in October 2026. A returning member of the regional community, Dr. Benjamin brings his education, clinical experience, and sincere dedication to animal care to the pets and families the hospital serves.

His story begins just across the river in Germantown, Maryland. From there, his path led north to Ithaca, New York, and the campus of Cornell University, where he completed both his undergraduate degree and his Doctor of Veterinary Medicine. After graduating, he put that education to work in Washington, DC, practicing there for a year before heading back upstate to Crossroads Veterinary Clinic in Cortland, New York. He spent two years at Crossroads, caring for patients and their families before the road led him back toward the Washington area and to Dominion Valley.

What can pet owners expect when they meet him? A veterinarian who is comfortable providing comprehensive care across all areas of general practice. Whether a family comes in with a new puppy, a senior cat, or a pet who simply is not feeling like themselves, Dr. Benjamin is ready to help. Just as important, he is committed to building lasting relationships with his patients and their families. His approach combines comprehensive veterinary care with a focus on lasting relationships with patients and their families.

It is a philosophy that feels right at home at Dominion Valley. The hospital has built its reputation on caring, welcoming service, and it makes room for pets who need to be seen quickly with same-day and next-day appointments. With Dr. Benjamin joining Dr. Madison Rawls and Dr. Ellie Sokolow, the team is even better positioned to welcome new pets and the people who love them.
Outside the exam room, Dr. Benjamin’s life looks a lot like that of the clients he will meet. He loves to hike, and he can be found rooting for the Washington Commanders and Arsenal FC on game days. At home, he shares his time with his wife, his dog, and his cat, which means he knows exactly what it feels like to be a pet parent.

The Dominion Valley team can hardly wait to introduce him to the Haymarket community. If you are looking for a new veterinarian or are simply curious to meet the newest member of the team, Dr. Benjamin will be ready to say hello beginning this October. To meet Dr. Benjamin, visit https://www.dominionvalleyvets.com/dr-xavier-benjamin/.

About Us

Dominion Valley Animal Hospital is a full-service veterinary hospital at 5371 Merchants View Square, Haymarket, Virginia 20169. The hospital cares for dogs and cats through wellness exams, vaccinations, dental care, surgery, digital radiology, ultrasound, an in-house diagnostic lab, cold laser therapy, heartworm testing, electrocardiograms, and pet travel and health certificates. The team also welcomes new pets and offers same-day and next-day appointments for families who need to be seen quickly. The hospital is open Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. To book online, visit https://www.dominionvalleyvets.com/book-an-appointment/ or call (703) 753-4444.