VCA Central Animal Hospital

Upland, 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 Emergency Urgent Care End Of Life House Call

Amenities & accessibility

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

Overview

VCA Central Animal Hospital, originally founded in 1977 as Central Veterinary Hospital, is proud to have served Upland, Claremont, Montclair, Ontario and the greater Inland Empire region for over 50 years! By expanding the facility, updating equipment and staying current with medical knowledge, our team continues to provide comfort and high quality care to our community. Experienced doctors and dedicated staff offer various services to enhance pet health, including routine preventive care, in-house lab work and imaging techniques including digital and dental radiographs. We can also utilize state-of-the-art monitoring equipment for anesthesia and advanced tools such as oxygen cages, endoscopy and point of care ultrasound for critical cases. At VCA Central Animal Hospital, we help pets live longer, healthier lives. We work hard to deliver the best medical care for your pets and the best experience for you, the pet owner!

Care capabilities

Emergency
Urgent Care Only
End-of-life care
In Clinic
Pet insurance
Accepted

Team at a glance

2
Veterinarians (DVM)
5
Licensed technicians
9
Support staff
16
Total team

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

Technology & equipment

Digital radiologyDental radiographsState-of-the-art monitoring equipment for anesthesiaOxygen cagesEndoscopyPoint of care ultrasoundEKGLaser surgery

Services in detail

Advanced Dental CareDigital RadiologyEKGLaser SurgerySoft Tissue SurgeryCanine and Feline DiabetesCat DiabetesDog DiabetesAdult and Senior WellnessFlea and Tick ControlImmunizationsMicrochipping
Show all 43 services
New Kitten and New Puppy PackagesParasite ControlPreventive MedicineVaccinationsWeight Management ProgramWellness ExamsWellness TestingAllergy and Itchy Skin ReliefAnesthesiaDental CareDentistryEar ChecksEmergency CareEuthanasia ServicesFull DiagnosticsGeneral SurgeryGeriatric MedicineHealth ExamsHospitalizationIn House EndoscopyIn House LaboratoryIn House PharmacyIn Office Surgical SuiteIntensive CareIsolation WardOxygen and Transfusion TherapyPain ManagementRadiologyRoutine SurgeriesSpays and NeutersUrgent Care

Memberships

Feline Veterinary Medical Association (FelineVMA)

Appointments & hours

Mon - Sun: 9:00 am - 8:00 pm

Frequently asked

Does VCA Central Animal Hospital offer emergency or urgent care?+

VCA Central Animal Hospital offers urgent care appointments most days of the week (not a 24/7 ER).

What services does VCA Central Animal Hospital offer?+

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

When was VCA Central Animal Hospital established?+

VCA Central Animal Hospital has served the Upland, CA community since 1977.

What reviewers say

46% Mixed sentiment
based on 205 reviews

This animal hospital provides comprehensive medical and emergency care, featuring specialized veterinary services for exotic pets, pocket pets, and avian patients alongside dogs and cats. The facility is staffed by select medical professionals recognized for compassionate end-of-life care and gentle handling of anxious animals. However, operations experience notable friction, including extended wait times, administrative delays, pricing disputes, and significant inconsistency in communication and diagnostic thoroughness during urgent situations.

Frequently praised for

Compassionate StaffKnowledgeable VetsThorough ExplanationsGood With Anxious PetsGreat Emergency Response

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