VCA American River Animal Hospital

Orangevale, 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

Wellness Vaccination Spay Neuter Surgery Dentistry Imaging In House Lab Pharmacy Boarding Grooming

Accreditations

Aaha

Amenities & accessibility

Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible parking lotWheelchair accessible restroomWheelchair accessible seating

Overview

At VCA American River 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. Located in Orangevale, our veterinarians, technicians and pet-friendly support staff are trained to the highest standards. Their thorough knowledge of the latest procedures and medicines ensures that our patients get the best in prevention and healing care

Care capabilities

Pet insurance
Accepted

Team at a glance

3
Veterinarians (DVM)
3
Licensed technicians
6
Support staff
12
Total team

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

Technology & equipment

Digital RadiologyEKGOFA X-RayTonopenUltrasoundIn-House LaboratoryIn-Office Surgical Suite

Services in detail

Digital RadiologyEKGOFA X-RayTonopenUltrasoundCanine and Feline DiabetesCat DiabetesDog DiabetesAdult and Senior WellnessFlea and Tick ControlImmunizationsNew Kitten and New Puppy Packages
Show all 41 services
Parasite ControlPreventive MedicineVaccinationsWeight Management ProgramWellness ExamsWellness TestingAllergy and Itchy Skin ReliefAnesthesiaDental CareDental X-RaysDentistryEar ChecksEuthanasia ServicesFull DiagnosticsGeneral SurgeryGeriatric MedicineHealth CertificatesHealth ExamsHospitalizationIn-House LaboratoryIn-House PharmacyIn-Office Surgical SuiteIntensive CareInternal MedicineIsolation WardPain ManagementRadiologyRoutine SurgeriesSpays and Neuters

Memberships

American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA)Sacramento SPCAPlacer SPCATrupanion

Appointments & hours

Mon - Fri: 7:30 am - 5:00 pm; Closed for lunch 12:00-1:00 pm; Sat - Sun: Closed

Frequently asked

Is VCA American River Animal Hospital accepting new patients?+

Yes — VCA American River Animal Hospital is currently accepting new patients.

Is VCA American River Animal Hospital AAHA-accredited?+

Yes — VCA American River Animal Hospital is an AAHA-accredited hospital.

What services does VCA American River Animal Hospital offer?+

VCA American River Animal Hospital offers Wellness, Vaccination, Spay Neuter, Surgery, Dentistry, Imaging, In House Lab, Pharmacy, and more.

What reviewers say

80% Positive sentiment
based on 201 reviews

The practice features a compassionate, knowledgeable veterinary team that handles anxious pets with exceptional care and patience. The facility is consistently described as clean and well-organized, with friendly front desk personnel and thorough follow-up care. While many clients experience short wait times and positive interactions, some note high pricing on treatment plans and occasional pressure regarding wellness programs.

Frequently praised for

Compassionate StaffKnowledgeable VetsThorough ExplanationsShort WaitFair PricingClean FacilityGood With Anxious PetsStrong Followup

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