Western Veterinary Group

Torrance, CA

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
Unknown

Species treated

Small Animal Companion

Services

Wellness Vaccination Spay Neuter Surgery Dentistry Imaging In House Lab Pharmacy Hospitalization End Of Life

Amenities & accessibility

Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lotWheelchair accessible restroom

Overview

We are a full service veterinary hospital in Torrance, committed to keeping your pets healthy and happy with state-of-the-art preventive care and early disease detection. Our professional and caring staff provides the best possible medical care

Dr. Mike Zareski, a 2002 graduate of Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine, created WVG from a vision in 2008. He bought Animal Birth Control in Lomita on April 1, 2008, renaming it Western Veterinary Group and eventually relocating to Torrance

Mission — Improving the lives of pets and their humans

Team at a glance

1
Veterinarian (DVM)
16
Support staff
17
Total team

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

Technology & equipment

Electronic medical recordsIn-house laboratoryDigital radiographyUltrasoundCold laserDigital dental radiographsFully computerized paperless medical records

Services in detail

Routine examsVaccinationsBlood workSpay and neuter clinicsDisease prevention servicesHeartworm pillsFlea and tick preventativesDiet recommendationsDental servicesSurgical proceduresDental healthReproductive issues
Show all 18 services
Anesthetic dentistryDigital dental radiographsOrthopedic and soft tissue proceduresAcupunctureCold laser therapyAlternative and integrative medicine consultations

Appointments & hours

Monday-Friday 7:30am – 6pm Saturday 8am – 4pm Sunday CLOSED

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Frequently asked

What services does Western Veterinary Group offer?+

Western Veterinary Group offers Wellness, Vaccination, Spay Neuter, Surgery, Dentistry, Imaging, In House Lab, Pharmacy, and more.

When was Western Veterinary Group established?+

Western Veterinary Group has served the Torrance, CA community since 2008.

What reviewers say

90% Positive sentiment
based on 471 reviews

The practice provides compassionate and professional veterinary care with a welcoming, clean facility and a supportive staff. The team is attentive to anxious animals and offers clear treatment options, transparent cost estimates, and helpful amenities for visitors. Appointments are handled efficiently, though scheduling can sometimes be busy and pricing runs higher than standard discount clinics.

Frequently praised for

Compassionate StaffKnowledgeable VetsThorough ExplanationsFair 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.