Lifetime Animal Care Center

San Diego, CA

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At a glance

Facility type
Veterinary Practice
Practice tier
General
Clinic type
Standalone
Operating status
Operational
Appointment model
Appointment
24/7 care
No
Accepting new patients
Yes

Species treated

Small Animal Companion Exotic Companion Mammal Reptile Amphibian

Services

General Practice Wellness Vaccination Surgery Dentistry Imaging In House Lab Pharmacy End Of Life House Call

Accreditations

Aaha

Amenities & accessibility

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

Overview

Lifetime Animal Care Center is an AAHA accredited small animal veterinary clinic providing comprehensive medical, surgical and dental care

Established in 1973, Lifetime Animal Care Center has been serving the greater Clairemont area for over 45 years

Mission — Our mission is to dedicate ourselves compassionately and to improve the quality of life for the community in which we work and live by promoting responsible pet guardianship

Care capabilities

End-of-life care
In Clinic

Team at a glance

3
Veterinarians (DVM)
6
Support staff
9
Total team

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

Technology & equipment

RadiographyDiagnostic UltrasoundsLaser Therapy

Services in detail

General WellnessDentistryDiet & NutritionParasite Control (Fleas, Ticks & Heartworms)Wellness & Preventive CareVaccinationsMicrochippingRadiographyDiagnostic UltrasoundsLaboratory ServicesAllergiesSpay & NeuterSoft Tissue SurgeryDomestic Health CertificatesInternational Health CertificatesLaser TherapyEuthanasia

Appointments & hours

Mon 8:30am - 5:30pm; Tue 8:30am - 5:30pm; Wed 8:30am - 5:30pm; Thu 8:30am - 5:30pm; Fri 8:30am - 5:30pm; Sat 8:30am - 12:30pm; Sun Closed

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Frequently asked

Is Lifetime Animal Care Center accepting new patients?+

Yes — Lifetime Animal Care Center is currently accepting new patients.

Is Lifetime Animal Care Center AAHA-accredited?+

Yes — Lifetime Animal Care Center is an AAHA-accredited hospital.

What services does Lifetime Animal Care Center offer?+

Lifetime Animal Care Center offers General Practice, Wellness, Vaccination, Surgery, Dentistry, Imaging, In House Lab, Pharmacy, and more.

When was Lifetime Animal Care Center established?+

Lifetime Animal Care Center has served the San Diego, CA community since 1973.

What reviewers say

80% Positive sentiment
based on 409 reviews

The practice offers comprehensive veterinary care featuring a compassionate and knowledgeable medical team that handles anxious pets with patience and skill. The facility is consistently described as clean, pleasant, and well-maintained. While many visitors appreciate the structured wellness plans, smooth onboarding, and helpful follow-up communication, some experience challenges with extended wait times, fluctuating staffing, and higher costs for specific procedures and medications.

Frequently praised for

Compassionate StaffKnowledgeable VetsThorough ExplanationsClean FacilityGood With Anxious PetsStrong Followup

Aggregated from reviewer feedback across multiple sources.

Now hiring

1 open role
1 Support & front-of-house

Open positions

Veterinary Extern - General Practice

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