Animal Medical Clinic
Carpinteria, CA
At a glance
- Facility type
- Veterinary Practice
- Practice tier
- General
- Clinic type
- Standalone
- Operating status
- Operational
- Appointment model
- Appointment
- 24/7 care
- No
- Accepting new patients
- Yes
Species treated
Services
Amenities & accessibility
Overview
Animal Medical Clinic is a privately owned, full-service, small animal hospital located in Shepard Place Shops in Carpinteria, California. We provide the best "Big City" medical care with a "Small Town" feel. True to our motto, we consider our clients as neighbors and take pride in treating them as such
Animal Medical Clinic was established in 1980 and is a privately owned (non-corporate), full-service small animal hospital located in Shepard Place Shops in Carpinteria, California. Dr. Smith, who purchased the hospital in 1991, lives in Carpinteria and has raised his family here
Mission — To the best of our ability, we strive to establish a friendly and caring environment founded upon a relationship of trust between our staff and clients
Care capabilities
- End-of-life care
- In Clinic
Team at a glance
Individual names, titles & bios are in the practice intelligence layer below.
Services in detail
Appointments & hours
Monday-Friday: 7:30 am – 5:00 pm Tuesday: Closed for Staff Meeting from 9:00 am – 10:00 am Saturday: Closed Sunday: Closed
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Frequently asked
Is Animal Medical Clinic accepting new patients?+
Yes — Animal Medical Clinic is currently accepting new patients.
What services does Animal Medical Clinic offer?+
Animal Medical Clinic offers General Practice, Wellness, Vaccination, Spay Neuter, Surgery, Dentistry, Imaging, In House Lab, and more.
When was Animal Medical Clinic established?+
Animal Medical Clinic has served the Carpinteria, CA community since 1980.
What reviewers say
Animal Medical Clinic is an independent veterinary practice in Carpinteria known for providing compassionate, practical, and affordable care with a welcoming staff. The clinic handles routine checkups, urgent visits, and senior pet management with a high degree of client trust and responsiveness. However, recent experiences note occasional concerns regarding diagnostic thoroughness and communication during urgent situations, alongside facility disruptions from construction.
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Data as of July 2026. VetPulse aggregates public-record and licensing data; it does not represent the practice directly.