Santa Cruz Veterinary Hospital

Capitola, CA

At a glance

Facility type
Veterinary Practice
Practice tier
General
Clinic type
Standalone
Operating status
Operational
Appointment model
Both
24/7 care
No

Species treated

Small Animal Companion

Services

General Practice Wellness Vaccination Spay Neuter Surgery Dentistry In House Lab Pharmacy Emergency Urgent Care End Of Life

Accreditations

Aaha

Amenities & accessibility

Appointments
Appointment requiredAppointments recommended
Service options
Onsite services
Amenities
Restroom
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lotWheelchair accessible restroom

Overview

Santa Cruz Veterinary Hospital is a full-service general practice vet offering an impressive range of medical services for cats and dogs in Capitola, Santa Cruz, and the surrounding areas. From preventive care and surgery to breeding and reproductive services, our wide range of diverse service offerings can meet all of your pet’s healthcare needs under one roof

Mission — It is our mission to provide state-of-the-art medical care with compassion and exceptional service to our clients

Care capabilities

Emergency
Urgent Care Only

Team at a glance

4
Veterinarians (DVM)
2
Licensed technicians
15
Support staff
21
Total team

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

Technology & equipment

Cold laser therapyIn-house labX-rays on-site

Services in detail

Vaccinations & PreventionRoutine ExamsDental CareGeriatric CarePuppies & KittensUrgent CareBreeding & Reproduction ServicesCold Laser TherapyInternal MedicineAvians & ExoticsDiagnostics & LabSurgery
Show all 16 services
Spay and neuterMicrochippingParasite preventionHealth Certificates For Travel

Appointments & hours

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Monday: 08:00 am - 05:00 pm, Tuesday: 08:00 am - 05:00 pm, Wednesday: 08:00 am - 05:00 pm, Thursday: 08:00 am - 05:00 pm, Friday: 08:00 am - 05:00 pm, Saturday: 08:00 am - 05:00 pm, Sunday: Closed

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Frequently asked

Is Santa Cruz Veterinary Hospital accepting new patients?+

Yes — Santa Cruz Veterinary Hospital is currently accepting new patients.

Does Santa Cruz Veterinary Hospital offer emergency or urgent care?+

Santa Cruz Veterinary Hospital offers urgent care appointments most days of the week (not a 24/7 ER).

Is Santa Cruz Veterinary Hospital AAHA-accredited?+

Yes — Santa Cruz Veterinary Hospital is an AAHA-accredited hospital.

What services does Santa Cruz Veterinary Hospital offer?+

Santa Cruz Veterinary Hospital offers General Practice, Wellness, Vaccination, Spay Neuter, Surgery, Dentistry, In House Lab, Pharmacy, and more.

What reviewers say

85% Positive sentiment
based on 479 reviews

The practice provides comprehensive veterinary services with modern equipment and facilities. The team of veterinarians and support staff are widely regarded as compassionate, knowledgeable, and accommodating for urgent needs and routine care. Exams are typically conducted with pet owners present in the room, creating a reassuring environment for both animals and humans. While most experiences are positive, some note high costs and occasional communication challenges regarding treatments and billing.

Frequently praised for

Compassionate StaffKnowledgeable VetsThorough ExplanationsFair PricingGood With Anxious PetsGreat Emergency Response

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.