The Helix Pet Hospital

La Mesa, CA

At a glance

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

Species treated

Small Animal Companion

Services

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

Amenities & accessibility

Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lotWheelchair accessible restroom

Overview

Helix Pet Hospital is a full-service animal hospital and welcomes pet patients in need of routine medical, surgical, and dental care as well as being there for them in case of emergencies. Dr. Ryan Lorber has years of experience treating serious conditions and offering regular pet wellness care. Beyond first-rate pet care, we make our clinic comfortable, kid-friendly, and calm, so your pet can relax in the waiting room and look forward to meeting our veterinary team

Mission — At Helix Pet we treat your pets like the valued family members they are

Team at a glance

1
Veterinarian (DVM)
1
Licensed technicians
8
Support staff
10
Total team

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

Services in detail

Routine medical, surgical, and dental careEmergenciesRegular pet wellness careOngoing nutrition and problem preventionFood and prescription refill requestsOnline pharmacy

Appointments & hours

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Office Hours: WE ARE CLOSED ON SATURDAYS. La Mesa Office: Monday: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm, Tuesday: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm, Wednesday: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm, Thursday: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm, Friday: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm, Saturday: Closed, Sunday: Closed

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Frequently asked

Is The Helix Pet Hospital accepting new patients?+

Yes — The Helix Pet Hospital is currently accepting new patients.

What services does The Helix Pet Hospital offer?+

The Helix Pet Hospital offers General Practice, Wellness, Vaccination, Spay Neuter, Surgery, Dentistry, Imaging, In House Lab, and more.

What reviewers say

95% Positive sentiment
based on 333 reviews

The practice is widely regarded as a compassionate, transparent, and independent veterinary hospital offering personalized pet care. The veterinary team and support staff are frequently described as exceptionally friendly, patient, and highly skilled at keeping anxious or nervous animals calm during visits. The facility provides clear and straightforward explanations of treatment options while maintaining fair pricing and avoiding unnecessary tests or upsells. Communication is efficient, supported by convenient text messaging and attentive follow-up care. While scheduling can occasionally require advanced planning, patients consistently highlight a welcoming atmosphere and a high level of trust in the medical care provided.

Frequently praised for

Compassionate StaffKnowledgeable VetsThorough ExplanationsShort WaitEasy SchedulingFair PricingClean FacilityGood With Anxious Pets

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