At VCA Animal Medical Center, we provide the highest quality medical and surgical care available today. This includes a complete in-house laboratory, comprehensive wellness care and general surgery, full digital radiography and diagnostic imaging for dogs and cats. Our hospital also offers ultrasound technology and dental care performed by trained technicians. We are fully accredited by the American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA). Today, only 3,500 practice teams (12-15 % of all veterinary practices in the United States and Canada) have achieved AAHA accreditation. VCA Animal Medical Center is proud to continually meet the high standards set forth by AAHA and to be ranked among the top 10% of those elite accredited hospitals today.
Feedback on staff is mixed; while some customers praise the kindness and compassion of the staff, others report rude or unhelpful interactions, particularly at the front desk.
Veterinary Care
Many customers appreciate the thoroughness and knowledge of the veterinarians, with specific praise for individual vets, but some express frustration over perceived unnecessary tests and high costs.
Appointment Issues
Several reviews highlight problems with appointment scheduling and honoring, including cancellations without notification and long wait times, particularly during emergencies.
Pricing Concerns
Customers frequently mention that services are perceived as overpriced, with some feeling that the focus is more on profit than on pet care.
Facility Experience
The facility is generally described as clean, but parking is a common issue, with limited spaces leading to frustration.
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Andy
Oct 21, 2025
5.0
The staff here are very accommodating for our dog who is a psychopath at the vet. Since it's part of VCA their online system is fairly useful and integrated with the system. Overall though I would choose this location since they've always been kind to us.
JZ
Jack Hekimian (ZOMBbq)
Oct 7, 2025
1.0
Wow has this place gone downhill. I've brought my 2 dogs here since adopting them 11 years ago. Over the past 3 years we've seen a reluctance from staff to do anything unless we schedule a battery of tests and labs, saying they can't do anything without them. I end up speaking to a vet every time and lo and behold, turns out I don't need bloodwork and fecal tests to put an order in for flea medication. Today was the last straw. Made an appointment 3 weeks ago for a routine exam, and upon arrival was told they cancelled my appointment because I didn't confirm. I explained that I didn't get anything from them and in my decade of going I've never had an issue. The male receptionist (who I'm convinced doesn't care about customers or animals since most of the issues I've had come from his refusals to even ask the vet or provide basic customer service) didn't even try to see if there's anything they can do, provide me with the next appointment, or offer to even look into at least administering the vaccines (which is walk in by the way). I told him we would be finding a new vet, to which he said "okay." I should have started looking elsewhere when I heard $40 for nail trimmings. I always knew this place was a chain, but didn't mind as long as the care my dogs got was good. But why would I go back there when they do the bare minimum for my dogs, or don't care about me as a customer.
Edited For Response:
I was understanding of the prescription when it was explained to me. I switched to it based on recommendations from the doctor even though it required additional steps like labs to get. I was prescribed the medication anyways after speaking to a vet directly. They returned my phone call and after asking me a few questions and pointing out that the labs weren't old enough to worry about, and since my dogs had been on it for so long, they felt comfortable enough to prescribe it without labs in that instance. That's besides the point however. The gentleman I spoke to at the time was extremely judgmental of the fact that it had been slightly over a year since I had brought my dogs in. I explained to him that I was planning on bringing them in and it had only been less 2 months past the yearly exam we missed. Family matters had kept me from coming in and I didn't want my dogs to go without the medication. The reason I even spoke to a vet was because of the way I was dealt with on the phone in the first place, and I kept calling and asking for a callback, which I got more than a week later. I was reluctant to even come back. I've had lab work done regularly on my dogs. I've had fecal tests done as recommended. I've followed the advice of the vets thoroughly with supplements, diet, medications, etc. I've even brought my dogs in simply because they're lethargic. I don't want to hear something like "oh wow it looks like its been over a year since you brought in your dogs for labs and bloodwork, they should have been in 2 months ago." The tone was condescending and there was no understanding when I explained the situation.
Also, if an appointment is made, it should be honored. I explained that because I got a new phone its possible I missed a request to confirm. But I don't know how I didn't get multiple texts or any voicemails. And my wife also didn't receive anything, as a secondary contact. I surely didn't get anything saying my appointment was cancelled either, because I brought both my dogs, who are terrified of being at the vet in the first place, in on time as usual, and traumatized them for no reason.
I love my dogs, they're family to me. I've taken care of their needs since the day they came home with me. I spend more on their medical insurance than my own at this point. I'm relaying my personal experience. I don't have a complaints of the care my dogs did receive. While I appreciate your response, and I could see you took the time to look into my concern with my dogs prescription as you've mentioned it on here, I'm moving on because of the way I was talked to multiple times over the past 2 years.
CB
Cristina Munoz Brown
Sep 6, 2025
5.0
Excellent experience at this VCA . Caring staff and veterinarians. Will continue to bring our cat here. QUICK last minute appointments available.
OO
Olga
Aug 31, 2025
1.0
My dog cannot get refill on her Flee prevention medication. They stopped approving prescriptions at Chewy, I requested paper prescription, office never sent it to me. I also could not order it on VCA online website. My dog has been loyal VCA patient but we are leaving. Terrible service. Is VCA office want my dog to get flees?
Frequently Asked Questions About VCA Animal Medical Center
What types of animals does VCA Animal Medical Center provide care for?
VCA Animal Medical Center provides veterinary services for cats, dogs, and pocket pets.
What are the operating hours of VCA Animal Medical Center?
The hospital is open Monday through Friday from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM, with no doctor appointments between 12 PM and 2 PM, and Saturday from 9:00 AM to 2:30 PM. It is closed on Sundays.
Is VCA Animal Medical Center accredited or affiliated with any organizations?
Yes, it is fully accredited by the American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA).
What types of veterinary services are offered at VCA Animal Medical Center?
They offer advanced care services including diagnostics, surgery, dental care, wellness exams, vaccinations, ultrasound, and more comprehensive medical and surgical care.
What payment options are accepted at VCA Animal Medical Center?
Payment options include American Express, Cash, Check, Discover, Mastercard, and Visa.
Does VCA Animal Medical Center have any special offers for new patients?
Yes, new patients can click for a free first exam coupon available on their website.
What is the physical address and contact phone number for VCA Animal Medical Center?
The center is located at 14931 Oxnard St., Van Nuys, CA 91411. The contact phone number is +1 818-786-1651.
Which nearby veterinary centers are close to VCA Animal Medical Center?
Nearby veterinary centers include Animal Medical Center, Inc. and another VCA Animal Medical Center location.
What nearby pet services are available around VCA Animal Medical Center?
Nearby pet services include West Pack BnB and SoBe Happy Dog BnB, which offer pet boarding and grooming services.
Are there any convenient nearby places customers can visit before or after their appointment at VCA Animal Medical Center?
Yes, customers can visit nearby places like Oxnard Liquor for refreshments, Mega Wholesale Electric Supply for hardware needs, or UPS Access Point location for shipping services, making it convenient to run errands around their appointment.