VCA Sunset Animal Medical Center

Fair Oaks, CA

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At a glance

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

Species treated

Small Animal Companion Exotic Companion Mammal Reptile Amphibian Aquatic Fish

Services

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

Amenities & accessibility

Appointments
Appointment requiredAppointments recommended
Amenities
Gender-neutral restroomRestroom
Crowd
LGBTQ+ friendlyTransgender safespace
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible parking lotWheelchair accessible restroomWheelchair accessible seating

Overview

VCA Sunset Animal Medical Center is a full-service veterinary medical facility located in Fair Oaks, California, dedicated to the care of dogs and cats. Our professional veterinary staff strives for excellence in veterinary care, serving Sacramento and surrounding areas. In addition to general veterinary services such as wellness exams and vaccinations, VCA Sunset Animal Medical Center offers advanced services including dermatology, cold laser therapy, cardiology, surgery, ultrasound, and ZooMED

At VCA Sunset Animal Medical Center, we've proudly served the community for over 40 years, dedicated to helping pets live long, healthy and happy lives

Care capabilities

End-of-life care
In Clinic
Pet insurance
Accepted

Team at a glance

4
Veterinarians (DVM)
3
Licensed technicians
8
Support staff
15
Total team

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

Technology & equipment

Digital RadiologyEchocardiographyEKGLaser SurgeryTonopenUltrasoundCold Laser TherapySevoflurane Anesthesia

Services in detail

Advanced Dental CareBone and Joint SurgeryCardiologyCold Laser TherapyDermatologyDiagnostic ImagingDigital RadiologyEchocardiographyEKGLaser SurgeryOFA X RayOrthopedic SurgeryPennHip EvaluationsSoft Tissue SurgeryTonopenUltrasoundPet GroomingBathingNail TrimmingAdult and Senior WellnessFlea and Tick ControlImmunizationsMicrochippingParasite ControlPreventive MedicineVaccinationsWeight Management ProgramWellness ExamsWellness TestingAllergy and Itchy Skin ReliefAnesthesiaDental CareDental X RaysDentistryDNA Breed TestingEar ChecksEuthanasia ServicesFull DiagnosticsGeneral SurgeryGeriatric MedicineHealth CertificatesHealth ExamsIn House LaboratoryIn House PharmacyIn Office Surgical SuiteIsolation WardOxygen and Transfusion TherapyPain ManagementPeriodonticsPet Loss SupportRadiologyRoutine SurgeriesSevoflurane AnesthesiaSpays and NeutersUrologyZooMED Animal Care

Appointments & hours

Mon - Fri: 7:30 am - 6:00 pm; Sat - Sun: Closed

Frequently asked

Is VCA Sunset Animal Medical Center accepting new patients?+

Yes — VCA Sunset Animal Medical Center is currently accepting new patients.

Does VCA Sunset Animal Medical Center treat exotic pets?+

Yes — VCA Sunset Animal Medical Center offers care for exotic pets in addition to small animals.

What services does VCA Sunset Animal Medical Center offer?+

VCA Sunset Animal Medical Center offers General Practice, Wellness, Vaccination, Spay Neuter, Surgery, Dentistry, Imaging, In House Lab, and more.

What reviewers say

65% Positive sentiment
based on 163 reviews

This veterinary practice offers extended hours and provides same-day appointment availability for urgent issues, accommodating busy schedules. The clinical team includes veterinarians known for handling anxious animals with patience and offering thorough explanations. However, administrative communication and front desk professionalism vary, and some visitors experience long wait times or billing discrepancies.

Frequently praised for

Compassionate StaffKnowledgeable VetsThorough ExplanationsShort WaitEasy SchedulingFair PricingGood With Anxious PetsStrong Followup

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.