By VetsCompared
About Veterinary Care in Phoenix
Phoenix has 98 veterinary clinics, with an average Google rating of 4.5 from 34,525 reviews, so pet owners have a large pool of generally well-rated options. One important catch is access, only two clinics are open weekends, so it helps to check hours early if you need a Saturday or Sunday appointment.
Top 3 clinics (current town ranking table)
| Clinic | Our Score | Verified | Published prices |
|---|---|---|---|
| Valet Vet Mobile Veterinary Services | 46/100 | — | 19 |
| All Creatures Animal Clinic | 43/100 | — | 3 |
| Bethany Animal Hospital | 43/100 | — | — |
Phoenix is a strong place to start if you need a vet for your dog or cat. There are plenty of clinics to choose from, and the overall review picture is reassuring. That gives most pet owners room to focus on fit, things like travel time, appointment availability, and how a clinic communicates, instead of worrying that there are too few options. Phoenix also appears to have a companion-plus-exotics mix, which usually means many practices are built around everyday dog and cat care, with some offering a wider service range as well.
The bigger issue in Phoenix is not choice, it is access and transparency. None of the clinic listings are verified, so it is sensible to confirm the basics yourself before booking, including current hours, services, and whether the practice is taking new patients. Verified simply means listing details have been confirmed by a registered user, not that a clinic has any special quality status. Weekend access is limited, late evening options are very limited, and there is no local emergency, out-of-hours, or 24-hour veterinary cover shown here. If your pet has an urgent problem outside normal hours, you may need to use an out-of-area emergency service.
If you are choosing a regular vet in Phoenix, start with a short list near your home, work, or usual route, then call and ask a few practical questions. For dogs, ask about same-day sick visits, surgery and dental support, and how the team handles nervous or reactive pets. For cats, ask whether they offer quieter appointment times or a calmer waiting setup. Pay attention to how clearly the staff answer and how easy it is to get follow-up help, because those small day-to-day details often matter more than tiny differences in review averages.
Because Phoenix has many options but weak after-hours coverage, it is smart to make two decisions now, not one. Pick a daytime clinic you would be happy to use for routine care, and separately save the contact details for the nearest out-of-area emergency hospital. That way, if your pet gets sick at night or on a weekend, you are not trying to figure everything out under pressure.
More Veterinary Practices in Phoenix
Additional veterinary clinics serving the area
Central Phoenix Animal Hospital is a veterinary clinic in Phoenix, Arizona, located at 25 W Thomas Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85013. It treats dogs and cats. Google reviewers commonly describe a caring team and positive experiences over multiple...
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Palm Glen Animal Hospital is a veterinary clinic in Phoenix, Arizona located at 7771 N 43rd Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85051. It provides care for dogs and cats. Emergency or out-of-hours availability is not specified.
Lovet Pet Health Care Bell Ridge is a small-animal veterinary clinic in Phoenix, Arizona, located at 3539 W Bell Rd #4. The clinic treats dogs and cats and has a 4.6/5 Google rating across 646 reviews. Recent feedback includes both strong...
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Our Score (39/100)
North Kenilworth Veterinary Care is a small-animal clinic in Phoenix, Arizona, located at 342 W McDowell Rd. It treats dogs and cats. Google reviews show a high overall rating with a large number of reviewers, alongside a small number of...
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Ahwatukee Animal Care Hospital is a veterinary clinic in Phoenix, Arizona located at 10855 S 48th St, Phoenix, AZ 85044. The clinic is listed as treating dogs and cats. Recent reviews describe friendly, efficient care, with some complaints...
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Foothills Animal Hospital is a veterinary clinic in Phoenix, Arizona, located at 3151 E Chandler Blvd, Phoenix, AZ 85048. The clinic treats dogs and cats. Recent feedback describes caring veterinarians and prompt attention in an urgent...
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Moon Valley Animal Hospital is a small-animal veterinary clinic in Phoenix, Arizona, located at 13650 N 19th Ave #1. It treats dogs and cats. Reviews commonly describe caring, friendly staff and compassionate handling of pets.
Desert View Animal Hospital is a veterinary clinic in Phoenix, Arizona, located at 4635 E Thomas Rd. The clinic treats dogs and cats. Recent reviewer comments frequently mention friendly staff and positive experiences with ongoing care.
Our Score (39/100)
Pet Life Veterinary Clinic Paradise Valley is a small-animal veterinary clinic in Phoenix, Arizona. It treats dogs and cats. Online feedback commonly describes a supportive staff and a calm, reassuring experience during visits.
Sonoran Foothills Pet Clinic is a small-animal veterinary clinic in Phoenix, Arizona, located at 34406 N 27th Dr Ste 100, Phoenix, AZ 85085. The clinic treats dogs and cats. Emergency or out-of-hours availability is not described, and...
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North Phoenix Animal Clinic is a small-animal veterinary clinic in Phoenix, Arizona, located at 1610 E Bell Rd #108, Phoenix, AZ 85022. The clinic treats dogs and cats. Recent feedback describes generally caring veterinary interactions,...
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North Central Animal Hospital is a veterinary clinic in Phoenix, Arizona, located at 20 W Dunlap Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85021. The clinic treats dogs and cats. On Google, it is rated 4.5/5 from 735 reviews.
Deer Creek Animal Hospital is a small-animal veterinary clinic in Phoenix, Arizona, located at 3025 E Rose Garden Ln. It treats dogs and cats. Reviewers commonly describe long-term relationships with the clinic and emphasize compassionate...
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Ingleside Animal Hospital is a small-animal veterinary clinic in Phoenix, Arizona, located at 4855 E Thomas Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85018. It treats dogs and cats. On Google, it is rated 4.5/5 from 711 reviews, with recent comments describing...
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Metro Pet Spay And Neuter is a small-animal clinic in Phoenix, Arizona, located at 12416 N 28th Dr Apt 16, Phoenix, AZ 85029. It treats dogs and cats and is known primarily for spay and neuter services, with reviews also mentioning dental...
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Eye Care for Animals - Phoenix is a veterinary eye clinic located at 1645 W Happy Valley Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85085. Recent reviews describe treatment for dogs with corneal ulcers, including weeks of prescription eye drops and a surgical...
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Palo Verde Animal Hospital is a small-animal veterinary clinic in Phoenix, Arizona, located at 1215 E Northern Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85020. The clinic treats dogs and cats. Publicly posted opening hours and emergency or after-hours availability...
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Westridge Animal Hospital is a veterinary clinic in Phoenix, Arizona, located at 4801 N 75th Ave. The clinic treats dogs and cats. It has a 4.5/5 Google rating across 276 reviews.
Lookout Mountain Veterinary Clinic is a small-animal practice in Phoenix, Arizona, located at 15440 N 7th St Suite #14, Phoenix, AZ 85022. It treats dogs and cats. Recent reviewers describe visits for preventive care and surgery, and note...
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Our Score (38/100)
