Market Street Pet Hospital

About this location

A few stories people tell about this place

1. One morning, a delivery driver noticed something peculiar in Market Street Pet Hospital’s parking lot—a strange box wrapped in old newspaper, left unattended near the loading dock. Curious, he approached it and found inside a tiny, sleepy kitten with big green eyes. The next day, another package appeared—this time, a little puppy yapping excitedly. Soon enough, Market Street Pet Hospital became famous for its mysterious deliveries, attracting neighbors who brought their pets just to see what would arrive next. Turned out, it was all organized by an anonymous volunteer who wanted to brighten up everyone's day.

2. A concerned customer asked the vet tech one day: ‘Why do I always see a tiny dog running out of your hospital?’ The tech smiled and replied, ‘Oh, that’s just our little mascot, Sir Licks-a-Lot. He loves to greet everyone who comes in!’ The customer laughed, thinking it was a cute joke until he saw Sir Licks-a-Lot again—this time giving high-fives to the delivery driver outside.

3. Early one foggy morning, a delivery driver pulled up to Market Street Pet Hospital and found an unusual sight: the entire staff had gathered outside, whispering excitedly around a small box. Curious, the driver approached and saw that the box contained a tiny kitten with big green eyes. The staff explained it was their new mascot, destined to bring good luck to the hospital. After much laughter and debate, they decided to keep him—now everyone calls him ‘Doc Fluff’.

4. One afternoon, a little girl visiting her dog at Market Street Pet Hospital noticed something odd on the wall. Her eyes widened as she pointed excitedly and whispered, 'Mommy, look! Why does that poster say “Open for business since 1987” when it looks brand new?' A friendly vet overheard their conversation and smiled warmly. ‘That’s no ordinary poster,’ he said with a twinkle in his eye. ‘It’s our time capsule—we change it every decade!’ The little girl giggled, relieved, and happily went back to playing with her dog while her mom exchanged knowing glances with the vet.