The Day Care and Boarding at VCA University Animal Hospital offers luxury boarding facilities, with extended hours, providing pampered boarding for your pets of all breeds and sizes. Accommodations include spacious large indoor runs, state of the art cleaning and ventilation systems, and non-slip flooring. Dogs are walked numerous times a day in our spacious, and landscaped, enclosed yards. Cats are housed in a sunny cattery that features spacious condos with separate areas for relaxing, eating and play. All stays include calming music to reduce stress, comfortable bedding and two meals daily. Our guests receive daily exercise, brushing, play, love, and attention. Our well-trained, caring staff provides gentle and loving care for your pets.
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Certified by VCA University Animal Hospital • Mar 01, 2026
Certified by VCA University Animal Hospital • Mar 01, 2026
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Kaiya Thompson
Feb 28, 2026
5.0
I have not yet written a review of VCA University but my experience today made me want to write one. My boyfriend and I have taken both our little fur babies to VCA for quite some time. Recently our little sweet baby Luna was diagnosed at the ER with FIP. They immediately treated her and gave us a treatment plan. This news was rough on us and the poor girl. Today I had the pleasure of meeting Dr. Settle and her technician whose name I am not remembering but she was amazing, for her follow up visit. They were so attentive, helpful, compassionate, and friendly. They listened to everything we had to say and asked us follow up questions or asked if we had questions. On top of that they have gone out of their way to accommodate us and our time and our Luna by making it easier for our follow ups without having to stress out our girl every time she needs to be weighed. In our opinion they have gone above and beyond to make sure that we as owners are comfortable and that our sweet girl feels safe and comfortable with them. I recommend enrolling in care club if you’re skeptical on the price it helps a lot! I highly recommend anyone to visit the Vets here but especially Dr. Settle.
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Axel Olson
Feb 24, 2026
1.0
Update for business reply: lowering from two star to one star for generic business reply and expectation I reach out with more information. The information needed is there. Shows there is no serious effort to review customer feedback but they want to be seen as responsive.
Decent facility and providers, went a little slower than preferred but that happens. What brings this down to a two star experience overall is the pricing and how they hide it. It's becoming more standard practice to be forthcoming with pricing for services and VCA does not share that until you are in the room with them. They know the pricing, they don't want you to know until you have already committed time and effort to be there so you are less likely to walk away. Comparing to other clinics this is on the high end for price, for average services, that they are hiding to try and sneak it past their customers. I would not recommend working with this facility, or if you do inquire about the prices beforehand to see if they are comparable to your other options.
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Ryan Weaks `
Jan 19, 2026
5.0
Awesome staff and Vets . Took care of Trisquits needs !
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Kimberly Mowery
Dec 20, 2025
5.0
I have had nothing but good experience with this office. Dr. Koch is so good at what he does.
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F B
Dec 15, 2025
3.0
Front staff today are rude. I was on hold for 5 minutes to try to get records straightened out for my dogs boarding. I hung up and called back and they tried to put me on hold again. I told them I’d been on hold for 5 minutes and I got a snarky response that there were only two of them in the office and two people ahead of me. I would have been fine with that response had the time not been snarky. I don’t care what kind of day you’re having. I’m trying to work too and I can’t work if I’m on hold with you for several minutes. I would have given less stars but I’ve had better experiences in the past. I’m only posting this to alert management. I get it’s the hospitals but I wasn’t rude. That was uncalled for.
Frequently Asked Questions About VCA University Animal Hospital
What types of pets does VCA University Animal Hospital provide care for?
VCA University Animal Hospital offers care for a variety of pets including cats, dogs, aviary pets, exotics, pocket pets, rabbits, and reptiles.
What are the operating hours of VCA University Animal Hospital?
The hospital is open Monday through Friday from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM, and on Saturday and Sunday from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM.
What types of services does VCA University Animal Hospital offer?
Services include advanced dental care, allergy and itchy skin care, cardiology, chemotherapy, diabetes care, digital radiology, general surgery, in-house lab & pharmacy, internal medicine, laser surgery, microchipping, orthopedic surgery, parasite control, pet boarding and grooming, physical exams, senior pet wellness, spay & neuter, vaccinations, and more.
Does VCA University Animal Hospital provide pet boarding facilities?
Yes, they offer luxury pet boarding with spacious indoor runs, calming music, comfortable bedding, and daily exercise and attention for pets of all breeds and sizes.
What payment methods are accepted at VCA University Animal Hospital?
Payments can be made using American Express, Cash, Check, Discover, MasterCard, and Visa.
Is the VCA University Animal Hospital accredited or associated with any veterinary organizations?
Yes, it is accredited and associated with the American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA), the American Association of Feline Practitioners (AAFP), and is recognized as a Cat Friendly Practice®.
Where is VCA University Animal Hospital located?
It is located at 2500 S Hardy Dr, Tempe, AZ 85282, United States.
Which nearby pet-related services might be useful for VCA University Animal Hospital customers?
Nearby services include University Vet Hospital and TLC House & Pet Sitting Service, which offer veterinary care and pet boarding options respectively, providing additional resources for your pet's health and care.
Are there any nearby recreational spots customers can visit when they come to VCA University Animal Hospital?
Yes, customers can visit nearby recreational sites such as AZ Bouldering Project and Bouldering Project, both rock climbing gyms located near the hospital, ideal for some active leisure before or after your visit.
What local amenities are available near VCA University Animal Hospital for visitors?
Local amenities near the hospital include Star Fisheries for seafood dining, Tempe Elks Lodge for social events, and American Furniture Rentals for furniture needs, allowing visitors to combine their visit with other errands or leisure activities.
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