South Orange County Animal Hospital
Lake Forest, CA
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
- Unknown
Species treated
Services
Amenities & accessibility
Overview
South Orange County Animal Hospital is a full-service hospital providing medical, surgical and dental care for your four-legged family members. We are locally owned and operated and are excited to be a part of this community. Our clinic is dedicated to providing high quality service, educating clients on how best to care for their loved ones, and working with local rescues to help homeless animals find families of their own
Dr. Tani and Dr. Kim were able to start South Orange County Animal Hospital over a decade ago. The hospital was able to survive and grow through tumultuous times with the support made by relationships with our owners, the community, and rescue organizations
Mission — Our mission is to provide compassionate, high-quality care, and to make your pet's health our top priority. At South Orange County Animal Hospital, we understand that your pets are an important part of the family. We take pride in the services we offer, and the fact that our veterinarians and staff members treat every pet like our own
Care capabilities
- Emergency
- Urgent Care Only
Team at a glance
Individual names, titles & bios are in the practice intelligence layer below.
Technology & equipment
Services in detail
Appointments & hours
MON-FRI : 7:30am - 5pm SAT : 8:00am - 3:30pm SUN : CLOSED
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Frequently asked
Does South Orange County Animal Hospital offer emergency or urgent care?+
South Orange County Animal Hospital offers urgent care appointments most days of the week (not a 24/7 ER).
What services does South Orange County Animal Hospital offer?+
South Orange County Animal Hospital offers General Practice, Wellness, Vaccination, Spay Neuter, Surgery, Dentistry, Imaging, In House Lab, and more.
What reviewers say
South Orange County Animal Hospital is a well-established veterinary practice providing compassionate, high-quality medical care and thorough consultations for dogs and cats. The facility is consistently described as exceptionally clean and welcoming, featuring a dedicated team of veterinarians who take time to explain treatment plans clearly, handle anxious or sensitive pets with great patience, and maintain fair, competitive pricing without unnecessary upselling. While scheduling and wait times can occasionally present challenges during busy periods, the practice earns strong loyalty through its attentive bedside manner, clear communication, and reliable follow-up care.
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Data as of July 2026. VetPulse aggregates public-record and licensing data; it does not represent the practice directly.