VCA Lakewood Animal Hospital
Cerritos, CA
At a glance
- Facility type
- Emergency Specialty Hospital
- Practice tier
- Emergency
- Clinic type
- Standalone
- Operating status
- Operational
- Appointment model
- Both
- 24/7 care
- Yes
Species treated
Services
Amenities & accessibility
Overview
At VCA Lakewood Animal Hospital we help pets live long, healthy and happy lives. We deliver the best medical care for pets and the best experience for pet owners
Care capabilities
- Emergency
- Er Daytime
- End-of-life care
- In Clinic
- Pet insurance
- Accepted
Team at a glance
Individual names, titles & bios are in the practice intelligence layer below.
Technology & equipment
Services in detail
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Appointments & hours
Mon - Sun: Call for Availability
Frequently asked
Is VCA Lakewood Animal Hospital accepting new patients?+
Yes — VCA Lakewood Animal Hospital is currently accepting new patients.
Does VCA Lakewood Animal Hospital offer emergency or urgent care?+
VCA Lakewood Animal Hospital provides daytime emergency care.
What services does VCA Lakewood Animal Hospital offer?+
VCA Lakewood Animal Hospital offers General Practice, Wellness, Vaccination, Spay Neuter, Surgery, Dentistry, Imaging, In House Lab, and more.
What reviewers say
The facility is modern and well-equipped, offering 24-hour emergency and specialized care. While certain veterinary professionals and support staff provide compassionate, thorough end-of-life care and effective treatments during critical moments, operational consistency remains a challenge. The practice frequently experiences severe wait times, significant billing disputes, and high costs that create barriers for pet owners. Communication from front desk personnel is often described as dismissive or argumentative, though medical teams in specific departments earn strong praise for their dedication.
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Data as of July 2026. VetPulse aggregates public-record and licensing data; it does not represent the practice directly.