Marine Mammal Care Center Los Angeles

San Pedro, CA

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At a glance

Facility type
University Teaching Hospital
Practice tier
General
Clinic type
Hospital
Operating status
Operational
Appointment model
Unknown
24/7 care
No
Accepting new patients
Yes

Species treated

Wildlife Zoo

Services

Emergency End Of Life

Amenities & accessibility

Parking
Free parking lot
Appointments
Appointment required
Service options
Onsite services
Amenities
Restroom
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lotWheelchair accessible restroom

Overview

Marine Mammal Care Center Los Angeles is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization and a leader in the field of marine mammal health and conservation. We are the only organization authorized by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) to respond to marine mammals in distress year-round along the entire Los Angeles County coastline from Malibu to Long Beach, Catalina Island and at sea

Marine Mammal Care Center Los Angeles has a rich history marked by tireless dedication, passion and thoughtful evolution, resulting in the vibrant, vital nonprofit community partner it is today

Mission — Our mission is to inspire ocean conservation through marine mammal rescue and rehabilitation, education, and research

Team at a glance

2
Veterinarians (DVM)
1
Licensed technicians
21
Support staff
24
Total team

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

Services in detail

rescuerehabilitationeducationresearchhospitalizationveterinary care

Memberships

NOAA Stranding NetworkNOAA's National Large Whale Entanglement Response Network

Appointments & hours

Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays, Mondays 10 AM - 4 PM

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Frequently asked

Is Marine Mammal Care Center Los Angeles accepting new patients?+

Yes — Marine Mammal Care Center Los Angeles is currently accepting new patients.

What services does Marine Mammal Care Center Los Angeles offer?+

Marine Mammal Care Center Los Angeles offers Emergency, End Of Life.

When was Marine Mammal Care Center Los Angeles established?+

Marine Mammal Care Center Los Angeles has served the San Pedro, CA community since 1992.

What reviewers say

95% Positive sentiment
based on 669 reviews

The marine mammal rehabilitation center provides exceptional care and medical treatment for sick and injured seals and sea lions with the goal of returning them to their natural habitat. The facility is exceptionally clean and well-maintained, offering an educational and rewarding experience for visitors of all ages. The staff and volunteers are consistently described as kind, highly knowledgeable, and deeply dedicated to animal welfare, making it a wonderful destination for families and anyone interested in ocean conservation.

Frequently praised for

Compassionate StaffKnowledgeable VetsThorough ExplanationsClean FacilityFair Pricing

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