VCA Hillcrest Animal Hospital

San Diego, CA

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
Unknown

Species treated

Small Animal Companion Avian Exotic Companion Mammal Reptile Amphibian

Services

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

Amenities & accessibility

Appointments
Appointment requiredAppointments recommended
Amenities
Gender-neutral restroomRestroom
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible parking lotWheelchair accessible restroom

Overview

Located in the heart of the Hillcrest section of San Diego, 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

In our AAHA-accredited facility at VCA Hillcrest Animal Hospital, we've helped pets live long, healthy and happy lives since 1990

Care capabilities

End-of-life care
In Clinic

Team at a glance

2
Veterinarians (DVM)
5
Support staff
7
Total team

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

Technology & equipment

Digital RadiologyTonopenDental X Rays

Services in detail

Digital RadiologySoft Tissue SurgeryTonopenCanine and Feline DiabetesCat DiabetesDog DiabetesPet CounselingNutritional CounselingPet GroomingAdult and Senior WellnessFlea and Tick ControlImmunizations
Show all 42 services
MicrochippingNew Kitten and New Puppy PackagesParasite ControlPreventive MedicineVaccinationsWellness ExamsWellness TestingAllergy and Itchy Skin ReliefAnesthesiaDental CareDental X RaysDentistryEar ChecksEuthanasia ServicesFull DiagnosticsGeneral SurgeryGeriatric MedicineHealth CertificatesHealth ExamsHospice CareHospitalizationIn House LaboratoryIn House PharmacyIn Office Surgical SuiteInternal MedicineIsolation WardPain ManagementRadiologyRoutine SurgeriesSpays and Neuters

Appointments & hours

Mon - Fri: 7:30 am - 6:00 pm; Sat: 9:00 am - 5:00 pm; Sun: Closed

Frequently asked

What services does VCA Hillcrest Animal Hospital offer?+

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

When was VCA Hillcrest Animal Hospital established?+

VCA Hillcrest Animal Hospital has served the San Diego, CA community since 1990.

What reviewers say

55% Mixed sentiment
based on 139 reviews

The practice features knowledgeable and compassionate veterinarians who provide thorough explanations and excellent medical care for pets, particularly cats and dogs. The facility includes a recently refurbished interior waiting room and offers grooming services. However, communication challenges and difficulties reaching staff by phone or receiving timely callbacks are frequently noted, alongside high pricing for services and occasional long wait times.

Frequently praised for

Compassionate StaffKnowledgeable VetsThorough ExplanationsClean 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.