Animal Medical Clinic

Carpinteria, CA

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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

Small Animal Companion

Services

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

Amenities & accessibility

Appointments
Appointment requiredAppointments recommended
Service options
Onsite services
Amenities
Gender-neutral restroomRestroom
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lotWheelchair accessible restroom

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

2
Veterinarians (DVM)
1
Licensed technicians
9
Support staff
12
Total team

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

Services in detail

Wellness ExamsMicrochippingVaccinationsParasite Prevention and ControlPuppy and Kitten CareDental CareSurgeryRadiology (X-Rays)Nutritional CounselingIn-House PharmacyPain ManagementSenior CareQuality-of-Life Service

Appointments & hours

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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

88% Positive sentiment
based on 172 reviews

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.

Frequently praised for

Compassionate StaffKnowledgeable VetsThorough ExplanationsFair PricingGood With Anxious PetsStrong FollowupEasy Scheduling

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