Los Altos Veterinary Clinic

Los Altos, CA

At a glance

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

Species treated

Small Animal Companion

Services

Wellness Vaccination Spay Neuter Surgery Dentistry Imaging In House Lab Pharmacy Hospitalization Emergency Urgent Care End Of Life

Accreditations

Aaha

Amenities & accessibility

Parking
Free parking lot
Appointments
Appointment requiredAppointments recommended
Amenities
Restroom
Crowd
LGBTQ+ friendly
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lotWheelchair accessible restroom

Overview

Compassionate care for cats and dogs. Our veterinary team is dedicated to providing exceptional veterinary care in a clean, comfortable, and compassionate atmosphere

Founded in 1990 as Kindness Pet Hospital by Dr. Glynn Echerd and renamed Los Altos Veterinary Clinic in 2010, our clinic has been a fixture in the Los Altos community for over 30 years

Care capabilities

Emergency
Urgent Care Only

Team at a glance

9
Veterinarians (DVM)
18
Support staff
27
Total team

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

Technology & equipment

Laser therapy

Services in detail

Wellness ExamsDental CareSpay & NeuterVaccinationsParasite PreventionMicrochippingLaser TherapyHealth CertificatesSurgeryPet AcupunctureUrgent Care

Appointments & hours

MON - FRI: 8 am - 6 pm SAT: 8 am - 12 pm, 1:30 - 4 pm

Connect

Frequently asked

Is Los Altos Veterinary Clinic accepting new patients?+

Yes — Los Altos Veterinary Clinic is currently accepting new patients.

Does Los Altos Veterinary Clinic offer emergency or urgent care?+

Los Altos Veterinary Clinic offers urgent care appointments most days of the week (not a 24/7 ER).

Is Los Altos Veterinary Clinic AAHA-accredited?+

Yes — Los Altos Veterinary Clinic is an AAHA-accredited hospital.

What services does Los Altos Veterinary Clinic offer?+

Los Altos Veterinary Clinic offers Wellness, Vaccination, Spay Neuter, Surgery, Dentistry, Imaging, In House Lab, Pharmacy, and more.

When was Los Altos Veterinary Clinic established?+

Los Altos Veterinary Clinic has served the Los Altos, CA community since 1990.

What reviewers say

90% Positive sentiment
based on 223 reviews

The practice features a modern, exceptionally clean facility with separate lobbies and exam areas for cats and dogs to minimize stress for anxious pets. The veterinary team and support staff are widely regarded as compassionate, thorough, and highly knowledgeable, consistently providing clear communication and attentive follow-up care. While scheduling and phone communication can occasionally present challenges, the overall client experience emphasizes gentle handling, individualized treatment options, and a welcoming, high-touch environment.

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.