5 Best Veterinary Clinics in Los Angeles (2026)

Independently ranked by our review of ratings, reviews and reputation · How we chose

By Fenris Morrow, Expert in Professional Services · ✓ Data verified August 2026 · 9 min read

A sick pet rarely waits for a convenient appointment slot. These veterinary clinics in Los Angeles range from a walk-in-only neighborhood hospital that sees the first 50 patients each morning to a 24/7 emergency and specialty center, and together they've logged 4,329 Google reviews, so the gap between them is less about competence and more about what kind of visit you actually need today.

Short answer: North Figueroa Animal Hospital carries the deepest track record on this page, 4.5 stars across 1,375 reviews, and operates as a walk-in clinic with limited daily hours. For 24/7 emergency and specialty care, Metropolitan Animal Specialty Hospital (MASH) is open around the clock at 4.1 stars across 1,155 reviews. For routine care with a higher rating, Mohawk Alley Animal Hospital holds 4.5 stars across 589 reviews and is open seven days a week.

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Los Angeles veterinary clinics, side by side

#	Business	Rating	Reviews	Best for
1	North Figueroa Animal Hospital	4.5 ★	1,375	Affordable walk-in care	View ›
2	Metropolitan Animal Specialty Hospital (MASH)	4.1 ★	1,155	24/7 emergency and specialty care	View ›
3	Los Angeles Veterinary Center	4.4 ★	689	Boyle Heights general practice	View ›
4	Mohawk Alley Animal Hospital	4.5 ★	589	Seven-day availability	View ›
5	Shatto Veterinary Center	4.2 ★	521	Comprehensive services with online booking	View ›

5 Best Veterinary Clinics in Los Angeles (2026)

Where to take your pet

#1 Overall🕑 Open 5 days/wk

North Figueroa Animal Hospital

4.51,375 Google reviews

North Figueroa Animal Hospital is a full-service animal hospital in Highland Park led by Dr. Ronaldo Joey Vasquez, offering routine medical, surgical, and dental care for dogs and cats. It operates on a walk-in basis, open Tuesday through Saturday from 8:30 to 10:30am, accepting the first 50 people who sign in each day. It's the most-reviewed clinic on this page.

What people praise

Reviewers consistently describe pricing as reasonable compared to other LA clinics
Staff and the head veterinarian are frequently praised by name
Specializes in spay, neuter, and vaccine visits at accessible cost
Sets up tents and chairs outdoors for the morning wait line

Worth knowing

Very limited hours and walk-in-only structure means arriving before 7:30am is often necessary
Some reviewers report inconsistent phone availability and scheduling frustration

Reputation scorecardrank in Los Angeles

Rating4.5 / 5

Review volume1,375 · 97th

Confidencehigh

Recency7 weeks ago

Info completenesssite · phone · hours

Rating breakdown78% 5-star

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Our take: It ranks first here on review volume and a strong rating, but the walk-in model is a real tradeoff. If you need a scheduled appointment or extended hours, weigh that before making the early-morning trip.

Website +1323-258-8068 Directions

5550 N Figueroa St, Highland Park, CA 90042

#2🕑 Open 7 days

Metropolitan Animal Specialty Hospital (MASH)

4.11,155 Google reviews

Metropolitan Animal Specialty Hospital, known as MASH, is a 24-hour emergency and specialty veterinary hospital in central Los Angeles, staffed by board-certified specialists across disciplines including internal medicine, surgery, oncology, and neurology. It works alongside a pet's regular veterinarian for ongoing or complex cases rather than replacing routine care.

What people praise

Reviewers highlight compassionate end-of-life and emergency support
Round-the-clock availability for urgent situations
Multiple specialists collaborate on complex cases under one roof
Staff frequently described as clear communicators during difficult moments

Worth knowing

Several reviewers describe pricing as significantly higher than a general practice vet, which is common for specialty and emergency facilities
Some report long hold times when calling in

Reputation scorecardrank in Los Angeles

Rating4.1 / 5

Review volume1,155 · 91st

Confidencehigh

Recency4 weeks ago

Info completenesssite · phone · hours

Rating breakdown73% 5-star

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Our take: This is emergency and specialty infrastructure, not a routine-checkup clinic. It ranks lower on the page's rating scale, but that reflects a mix of feedback typical for high-stakes emergency care, not a lack of expertise.

Website +1855-350-7387 Directions

6565 Santa Monica Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90038

#3🕑 Open 6 days/wk

Los Angeles Veterinary Center

4.4689 Google reviews

Los Angeles Veterinary Center is a general veterinary practice in Boyle Heights offering routine exams, prescriptions, and financing options including a program for financial hardship. The clinic has built a loyal following over years of service in the neighborhood, with several reviewers describing multi-year relationships with specific veterinarians on staff.

What people praise

Specific veterinarians praised repeatedly by name for thoroughness
Offers a financial hardship program for clients who need it
Reviewers describe detailed explanations of diagnoses and next steps
Some clients travel a distance specifically to keep the same vet

Worth knowing

A few recent reviews mention long waits even with a scheduled appointment
One review describes tests being run without clear prior consent, worth asking about directly

Reputation scorecardrank in Los Angeles

Rating4.4 / 5

Review volume689 · 85th

Confidencehigh

Recency4 weeks ago

Info completenesssite · phone · hours

Rating breakdown79% 5-star

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Our take: A solid general-practice option with real loyalty behind it, though it's worth confirming the recommended tests and costs upfront before any visit.

Website +1323-685-7131 Directions

109 N Boyle Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90033

#4🕑 Open 7 days↩ Responds to reviews

Mohawk Alley Animal Hospital

4.5589 Google reviews

Mohawk Alley Animal Hospital is a full-service animal hospital on Sunset Boulevard offering medical, surgical, and dental care for cats and dogs, open all seven days including weekends. It serves the Silver Lake, Atwater Village, Los Feliz, and Highland Park areas and also offers acupuncture as part of its pain management services.

What people praise

Open every day of the week, including Saturday and Sunday
Multiple veterinarians praised for taking time with owners' questions
Online booking described as simple and reliable
Offers acupuncture alongside conventional veterinary care

Worth knowing

Popular clinic that reviewers say books up, so early scheduling is recommended

Reputation scorecardrank in Los Angeles

Rating4.5 / 5

Review volume589 · 79th

Confidencehigh

Recency7 weeks ago

Info completenesssite · phone · hours

Rating breakdown82% 5-star

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Our take: The rating here ties for the top spot on this page, and the seven-day schedule makes it a practical pick for anyone who can't easily get away on weekdays.

Website +1213-201-7900 Directions

2162 Sunset Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90026

#5🕑 Open 5 days/wk↩ Responds to reviews

Shatto Veterinary Center

4.2521 Google reviews

Shatto Veterinary Center is a full-service veterinary hospital in Koreatown offering dental care, surgery, in-house diagnostics, laser therapy, and boarding, open six days a week including Saturdays. The clinic offers online appointment booking and international travel health certificate assistance for pet owners.

What people praise

Staff praised for clear, detailed explanations, including of travel paperwork requirements
Convenient and free parking noted by multiple reviewers
Broad in-house service list, from dental to laser therapy
Online booking available alongside phone scheduling

Worth knowing

Several reviewers describe difficulty getting or keeping confirmed appointments
A handful of reviews mention inconsistent front-desk experiences

Reputation scorecardrank in Los Angeles

Rating4.2 / 5

Review volume521 · 68th

Confidencehigh

Recency2 months ago

Info completenesssite · phone · hours

Rating breakdown72% 5-star

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Our take: It rounds out this page on rating, but its service breadth and travel-certificate support make it worth considering if you need paperwork handled alongside routine care.

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3130 W 6th St, Los Angeles, CA 90020

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Health information disclaimer: This directory is informational only and not medical advice. Rankings reflect publicly available Google ratings and review volume, not clinical outcomes. Verify any practitioner’s credentials and registration with the relevant medical board before booking.

How we score

Rating is the live Google average for each clinic. Review volume measures how many clients actually left feedback, ranked against others in the pool. Confidence weights the rating by how many reviews support it, so a rating built on over a thousand reviews scores higher confidence than one built on a few hundred. Recency checks how current the feedback is. No business can pay to change these numbers.

How much does a vet visit cost in Los Angeles? (2026)

Costs vary widely by clinic type and the reason for the visit. Walk-in and general-practice clinics tend to run lower than 24/7 emergency and specialty hospitals, and several reviewers specifically noted MASH’s emergency and specialty pricing as high relative to a routine vet visit. Ask for an estimate before treatment begins, especially for anything beyond a standard exam.

Serving all of Los Angeles

These clinics cover Highland Park, central LA, Boyle Heights, Silver Lake, and Koreatown, so most neighborhoods have a reasonable drive to at least one. Search ‘veterinary clinic near me’ or ‘emergency vet near me’ and check hours before heading out, since walk-in windows and weekend availability vary a lot between them.

What to ask before choosing a vet

Is this visit walk-in or does it require a scheduled appointment?
What is the estimated cost before any tests or treatment begin?
Do you offer payment plans or a financial hardship program?
Is this clinic equipped for emergencies, or should I go elsewhere after hours?
Can I request the same veterinarian on future visits?
What paperwork do you need in advance for a new patient?

Frequently asked questions

Are these rankings paid?

No. Rankings come from public Google data. A business can pay to be a Featured Partner (badge and top placement), but that never changes another business’s score or position.

How did you choose these veterinary clinics?

We pulled real Google ratings, review counts, and review text for veterinary clinics across Los Angeles, then ranked them by rating weighted against review volume and recency.

How often is this list updated?

We refreshed this data in August 2026 and periodically re-check ratings and review counts to keep the rankings current.

What’s the difference between a general vet and an emergency or specialty hospital?

A general practice like Mohawk Alley or Shatto handles routine exams, vaccines, and dental care. A facility like MASH is built for after-hours emergencies and complex cases requiring board-certified specialists, typically at a higher cost.

Should I call ahead before visiting a walk-in clinic?

Yes. Walk-in clinics like North Figueroa Animal Hospital cap the number of patients seen each day, so calling or checking current hours before you go can save a wasted trip.

The bottom line

For routine care with strong reviews and full-week availability, Mohawk Alley Animal Hospital is the safest default. If your situation is urgent or after hours, MASH is the only 24/7 option on this list. Whichever clinic you choose, ask for a cost estimate before agreeing to tests or treatment.

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