Reading Animal Clinic

Reading, MA

At a glance

Facility type
Veterinary Practice
Practice tier
General
Clinic type
Standalone
Operating status
Operational
Appointment model
Both
24/7 care
No

Species treated

Small Animal Companion

Services

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

AVMA Specialties

Cardiology

Amenities & accessibility

Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible parking lotWheelchair accessible restroomWheelchair accessible seatingAssistive hearing loop

Overview

At the Reading Animal Clinic, we are here when you need us. Whether it’s for preventative care, a simple nail trim, an emergency, or end-of-life care, our staff will be available to help you and your pet. We provide great personal service along with modern medical techniques. Our compassionate staff will treat that important member of your family like one of our own

Reading Animal Clinic has been providing quality medicine to our patients and clients since 1942. Dr. Elizabeth Shurland assumed ownership of The Reading Animal Clinic in 2013

Mission — It is our mission to nurture the wellbeing of our patients and our clients through offering quality medicine from a knowledgeable staff. It is our goal to provide individualized care based on you and your pet’s needs

Care capabilities

Emergency
Urgent Care Only
End-of-life care
In Clinic

Team at a glance

8
Veterinarians (DVM)
5
Licensed technicians
14
Support staff
27
Total team

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

Technology & equipment

Digital imagingDigital dental x-raysUltrasoundECGBlood pressure monitoringIV catheterState of the art anesthesiaPetPage App

Services in detail

Preventative CareSurgeryDentistrySpecialtyDigital ImagingDiagnosticsEnd of Life CarePrescriptionsPrescription DietsLaser TherapyEmergency

Appointments & hours

Book online

Monday:8am-8pm Tuesday: 8am-8pm Wednesday: 8am-8pm Thursday: 8am-8pm Friday: 8am-6pm Saturday: 8am-4pm Sunday: Closed

Connect

Frequently asked

Is Reading Animal Clinic accepting new patients?+

Yes — Reading Animal Clinic is currently accepting new patients.

Does Reading Animal Clinic offer emergency or urgent care?+

Reading Animal Clinic offers urgent care appointments most days of the week (not a 24/7 ER).

What services does Reading Animal Clinic offer?+

Reading Animal Clinic offers General Practice, Wellness, Vaccination, Surgery, Dentistry, Imaging, In House Lab, Pharmacy, and more.

When was Reading Animal Clinic established?+

Reading Animal Clinic has served the Reading, MA community since 1942.

What reviewers say

85% Positive sentiment
based on 252 reviews

The practice features a modern, top-notch facility with state-of-the-art equipment and an inviting atmosphere. The veterinary team and support staff are widely regarded as compassionate, knowledgeable, and exceptionally skilled at handling anxious or fearful pets. Services span routine wellness exams, emergency care, dental procedures, and end-of-life support, backed by responsive communication and convenient scheduling options. While most experiences are overwhelmingly positive, some note that pricing leans high and occasional administrative friction or communication lapses occur.

Frequently praised for

Compassionate StaffKnowledgeable VetsThorough ExplanationsShort WaitEasy SchedulingFair PricingClean 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.