Auburn Animal Hospital

Bakersfield, CA

At a glance

Facility type
Veterinary Practice
Practice tier
General
Clinic type
Standalone
Operating status
Operational
Appointment model
Appointment
24/7 care
Unknown

Species treated

Small Animal Companion

Services

General Practice Wellness Vaccination Spay Neuter Surgery Dentistry Imaging In House Lab Pharmacy End Of Life

Amenities & accessibility

Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lotWheelchair accessible restroom

Overview

A full-service animal hospital committed to providing the highest standard of veterinary care for pets. We provide friendly, informative, and supportive services for you and your pet, while maintaining a superior working environment for our employees

Founded in 1990. Dr. Kristy Utt took over the hospital in 1990 when then-owner Dr. David Pace retired

Mission — To provide the highest standard of veterinary care for pets

Care capabilities

Emergency
Er Daytime

Team at a glance

1
Veterinarian (DVM)

Individual names, titles & bios are in the practice intelligence layer below.

Technology & equipment

CT Scan (Newton 5G Vet Cone Beam CT)EndoscopyUltrasound

Services in detail

MedicalSurgicalDentalEmergencyIn-house pharmacyCT ScanUrgent careAppointments

Appointments & hours

Monday: 8:00 am - 5:30 pm, Tuesday: 8:00 am - 5:30 pm, Wednesday: 8:00 am - 5:30 pm, Thursday: 8:00 am - 5:30 pm, Friday: 8:00 am - 5:30 pm, Saturday: Closed, Sunday: Closed

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Frequently asked

Is Auburn Animal Hospital accepting new patients?+

Yes — Auburn Animal Hospital is currently accepting new patients.

Does Auburn Animal Hospital offer emergency or urgent care?+

Auburn Animal Hospital provides daytime emergency care.

What services does Auburn Animal Hospital offer?+

Auburn Animal Hospital offers General Practice, Wellness, Vaccination, Spay Neuter, Surgery, Dentistry, Imaging, In House Lab, and more.

When was Auburn Animal Hospital established?+

Auburn Animal Hospital has served the Bakersfield, CA community since 1990.

What reviewers say

80% Positive sentiment
based on 360 reviews

Auburn Animal Hospital is an independent veterinary practice in Bakersfield offering comprehensive care for dogs, cats, and exotic pets like bunnies. The facility is consistently praised for its knowledgeable, compassionate veterinarians who take time to explain treatment options clearly and provide affordable care. While medical expertise and pet handling receive high marks, the practice frequently experiences scheduling delays, appointment scarcity, and occasional customer service friction at the front desk.

Frequently praised for

Compassionate StaffKnowledgeable VetsThorough ExplanationsFair PricingClean FacilityGood With Anxious Pets

Aggregated from reviewer feedback across multiple sources.

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Data as of July 2026. VetPulse aggregates public-record and licensing data; it does not represent the practice directly.