General Practice

We have over 540 animal hospitals in 41 states that are staffed by more than 2,000 fully qualified, dedicated and compassionate veterinarians, with more than 200 being board-certified specialists. The nationwide VCA family of general practice hospitals give your pet the very best in medical care, providing a full range of general medical and surgical services as well as specialized treatments*: Wellness, Spay/neuter, Advanced diagnostic services (MRI/CT Scan), Internal medicine, Oncology, Ophthalmology, Dermatology, Cardiology, Neurology, Boarding, Grooming

*services may vary by location.

Our family of pet hospitals stands out by delivering the greatest resources in order provide the highest quality care available for your pets. By maintaining the highest standards of pet health care available anywhere, we emphasize prevention as well as healing. We provide continuing education programs to our doctors and staff and promote the open exchange of professional knowledge and expertise. And finally, we have established a consistent program of procedures and techniques, proven to be the most effective in keeping pets healthy.

Emergency Care

In case of emergency during business hours, please call us immediately at (858) 560-8006 or (858) 560-7778.  If it is after hours, check with a local animal hospital emergency clinic.

VCA Emergency Animal Hospital

2317 Hotel Circle South

San Diego, CA 92108

(619) 299-2400

VCA North Coast Animal Hospital

414 Encinitas Blvd.

Encinitas, CA 92024

(760) 632-1072