VCA Desert Animal Hospital

Palm Springs, 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

Services

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

Amenities & accessibility

Parking
Paid parking lot
Appointments
Appointment requiredAppointments recommended
Service options
Onsite services
Amenities
Restroom
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible parking lotWheelchair accessible restroom

Overview

In our AAHA-accredited facility at VCA Desert 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. Based in Palm Springs and serving the greater Coachella Valley, Cathedral City, and Rancho Mirage, our veterinarians, technicians and other pet-friendly support staff are trained to the highest standards. Their thorough knowledge of the latest procedures and medicines ensures that our patients receive the best in preventive and healing care

Mission — help pets live long, healthy lives

Care capabilities

End-of-life care
In Clinic

Team at a glance

5
Veterinarians (DVM)
3
Licensed technicians
18
Support staff
26
Total team

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

Technology & equipment

Digital RadiologyEKGUltrasoundTonopenVideo Otoscopy

Services in detail

DermatologyDigital RadiologyEKGOFA X RayOphthalmologySoft Tissue SurgeryTonopenUltrasoundCanine and Feline DiabetesPet CounselingNutritional CounselingAdult and Senior WellnessFlea and Tick ControlImmunizationsNew Kitten and New Puppy PackagesPreventive MedicineVaccinationsWeight Management ProgramWellness ExamsWellness TestingAllergy and Itchy Skin ReliefAnesthesiaDental CareDentistryEar ChecksEuthanasia ServicesFull DiagnosticsGeneral SurgeryGeriatric MedicineHealth CertificatesHealth ExamsHospitalizationIn House LaboratoryIn House PharmacyIn Office Surgical SuiteIntensive CareIsolation WardRadiologyRoutine SurgeriesSpays and NeutersVideo Otoscopyacupunctureboardinggrooming

Appointments & hours

Mon - Fri: 7:00 am - 6:00 pm; Sat: 7:30 am - 5:00 pm; Sun: Closed

Frequently asked

Is VCA Desert Animal Hospital accepting new patients?+

Yes — VCA Desert Animal Hospital is currently accepting new patients.

Does VCA Desert Animal Hospital treat exotic pets?+

Yes — VCA Desert Animal Hospital offers care for exotic pets in addition to small animals.

What services does VCA Desert Animal Hospital offer?+

VCA Desert Animal Hospital offers General Practice, Wellness, Vaccination, Spay Neuter, Surgery, Dentistry, Imaging, In House Lab, and more.

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