VCA Pacific Avenue Animal Hospital

3.4
439 reviews

About

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Each VCA hospital has health and safety protocols in place based on health care best practices as well as state and local guidance and regulations.

Location

VCA Pacific Avenue Animal Hospital
10234 Pacific Ave, Tacoma, WA
98444, United States

Hours

Reviews

3.4
439 reviews
5 stars
236
4 stars
24
3 stars
12
2 stars
26
1 star
141

What are people saying?

AI-generated from recent customer reviews

Compassionate Care

Many customers praised the staff for their kindness, empathy, and thoroughness in caring for their pets, especially during difficult times.

Professionalism

Several reviews highlighted the professionalism of the veterinarians and staff, noting their attentiveness and ability to explain procedures clearly.

Concerns Over Costs

A number of customers expressed concerns about high prices and perceived upselling of unnecessary tests and treatments.

Wait Times

Multiple reviews mentioned long wait times for appointments, indicating a need for improved scheduling or staffing.

Mixed Experiences

While many customers had positive experiences, some reported negative interactions with specific staff members, leading to dissatisfaction.
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    Jessica Day
    Jan 5, 2026
    5.0
    I was reading through the reviews and I saw somebody say that these people don't care about the animals, it's all about money. If that were true, they wouldn't bother spraying the towels for cats with Feliway. I immediately noticed that both veterinarian and the vet tech were very loving towards my cat. More loving than I've ever seen any staff treat my animal. In fact, I came in on a free visit coupon and they treated me all the same. I love that if you take a lost animal into one of their clinics, they will scan the animal for a chip. Free of cost - Because they care about the animals. I felt like the veterinarian took the time to listen to what my concerns were about my cat. Some veterinarians simply don't acknowledge food allergies, but that's what was going on with my cat and they were able to teach me how to determine which food was the allergy. I'm so very grateful for this. I'll be taking my cat back to have her teeth done because I felt like I could trust these people with my baby. I don't feel that way very often. Thank you guys for such a wonderful experience. We'll see you soon.
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    Anelhy Sanchez
    Dec 11, 2025
    5.0
    I’m so grateful for VCA and the incredible care they gave my dog. Dr. Marubayashi was amazing, kind, patient, and very clear in explaining everything. My dog had a benign tumor on his head, and they removed it with so much professionalism and compassion. They checked in on him, made sure I understood the whole process, and truly made us feel supported. He’s feeling great now, and I couldn’t be happier with the care he received
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    Cinnamon
    Nov 15, 2025
    1.0
    It has 3 stars for a reason. This vet literally only cares about money and I'm not surprised because it's a FOR PROFIT vet so obviously the more profit they make, the richer they get. These vets will push you into unnecessary testing and unnecessary medication for your pet just so they can make a quick buck and HEY maybe it'll make your pet NOT get better just so you have to go back and spend EVEN MORE money. It's a game to them. They don't care about the wellbeing of your pets at all. It's all a facade
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    Yon Rowe
    Nov 15, 2025
    5.0
    Such a great place! Staff is amazing from receptionists to techs to vets! Thorough, no judgement for selecting treatments, personal follow-up phone calls, etc. they are open late and on Saturdays which is crucial for me. plus they have after hours emergency! I have used them regularly since I moved to Tacoma three years ago. Highly recommend!
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    Valerie Williams
    Nov 10, 2025
    5.0
    Today was the hardest day of our family members lives. Our sweet, dedicated, smart, loving dog, Jay, earned his wings. Our hearts are broken but filled with joy knowing our little love is in God's loving arms now. The staff at VCA Pacific Animal Hospital went way above and beyond to provide a peaceful, loving environment to send our baby home in. Each and every one of them showed sincere love and caring souls making the journey today much better. I would recommend them to anyone who wants a loving place to care for their sweet fur babies 🐶🩵🐶🩵🐶🩵🐶🩵🐶🩵

Frequently Asked Questions About VCA Pacific Avenue Animal Hospital

What types of animals does VCA Pacific Avenue Animal Hospital treat?

The hospital provides care for aviaries, cats, dogs, exotics, pocket pets, and rabbits.

What are the operating hours of VCA Pacific Avenue Animal Hospital?

They are open Monday through Saturday from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM and closed on Sundays.