VCA Santa Margarita Animal Hospital

Rancho Santa Margarita, 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 Exotic Companion Mammal

Services

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

Accreditations

Aaha Fear Free

Amenities & accessibility

Appointments
Appointment requiredAppointments recommended
Amenities
Restroom
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lotWheelchair accessible restroom

Overview

At VCA Santa Margarita Animal Hospital, we help animals live long, healthy, and happy lives. We deliver the best medical care for pets and the best experience for pet owners

Care capabilities

End-of-life care
In Clinic

Team at a glance

3
Veterinarians (DVM)
1
Licensed technicians
5
Support staff
9
Total team

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

Technology & equipment

Digital RadiologyEchocardiographyLaser SurgeryCold Laser TherapyCryosurgeryTonopenUltrasoundIn House LaboratoryIn House PharmacyIn Office Surgical Suite

Services in detail

Advanced Dental CareBone and Joint SurgeryCardiologyCold Laser TherapyCryosurgeryDermatologyDiagnostic ImagingDigital RadiologyEchocardiographyLaser SurgeryOFA X RayOphthalmologyOrthopedic SurgerySoft Tissue SurgeryTonopenUltrasoundCanine and Feline DiabetesCat DiabetesDog DiabetesPet BoardingCat BoardingClimate Controlled BoardingDaily Exercise ProgramsDog BoardingDoggy Day CareExtended Pet Stay AvailablePet CounselingBehavior CounselingNutritional CounselingPet GroomingBathingNail TrimmingPreventive CareAdult and Senior WellnessFlea and Tick ControlImmunizationsMicrochippingParasite ControlPreventive MedicineVaccinationsWeight Management ProgramWellness ExamsWellness TestingPrimary CareAllergy and Itchy Skin ReliefAnesthesiaDental X RaysDentistryEar ChecksEuthanasia ServicesFull DiagnosticsGeneral SurgeryGeriatric MedicineHealth ExamsHospitalizationIn House LaboratoryIn House PharmacyIn Office Surgical SuiteInternal MedicinePain ManagementPeriodonticsRadiologyRoutine SurgeriesSpays and NeutersUrology

Appointments & hours

Mon - Fri: 7:30 am - 6:00 pm; Sat: 8:00 am - 4:00 pm; Sun: 9:00 am - 4:00 pm

Frequently asked

Is VCA Santa Margarita Animal Hospital accepting new patients?+

Yes — VCA Santa Margarita Animal Hospital is currently accepting new patients.

Is VCA Santa Margarita Animal Hospital AAHA-accredited?+

Yes — VCA Santa Margarita Animal Hospital is an AAHA-accredited hospital, and also Fear Free certified.

What services does VCA Santa Margarita Animal Hospital offer?+

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

What reviewers say

80% Positive sentiment
based on 98 reviews

VCA Santa Margarita Animal Hospital is a well-established veterinary practice that provides comprehensive medical and surgical care for dogs, cats, and birds. The facility is consistently described as clean, and the veterinary team is widely praised for being knowledgeable, thorough, and compassionate with pets. Services range from routine wellness exams and vaccinations to complex surgeries and dental care. While scheduling for regular appointments is generally convenient, availability for urgent care situations can be limited.

Frequently praised for

Compassionate StaffKnowledgeable VetsThorough ExplanationsClean FacilityFair PricingGood 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.