VCA Blue Cross Animal Hospital of Amherst

Amherst, NY

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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
Yes

Species treated

Small Animal Companion

Services

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

Amenities & accessibility

Appointments
Appointment requiredAppointments recommended
Amenities
Restroom
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lotWheelchair accessible restroom

Overview

VCA Blue Cross Animal Hospital of Amherst is a full-service animal hospital that welcomes dogs and cats for both emergency treatment cases as well as pet patients in need of routine medical, surgical, and dental care. Our veterinarians have years of experience treating serious conditions and offering routine pet care. Beyond first-rate care, we welcome you as members of our own family, making our clinic calm and comfortable, so you and your pet can look forward to visiting!

Mission — Our goal is to provide the best possible medical care for our patients and an excellent experience for their owners!

Care capabilities

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

Team at a glance

4
Veterinarians (DVM)
3
Licensed technicians
11
Support staff
18
Total team

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

Technology & equipment

Digital RadiologyEchocardiographyEKGOFA X-RayPennHIP X-RaysTonopenUltrasoundVideo OtoscopyCold Laser Therapy

Services in detail

CardiologyCold Laser TherapyDermatologyDigital RadiologyEchocardiographyEKGOFA X RayOphthalmologyPennHip EvaluationsSoft Tissue SurgeryTonopenUltrasoundCat DiabetesDog DiabetesBehavior CounselingNutritional CounselingAdult and Senior WellnessFlea and Tick ControlImmunizationsMicrochippingParasite ControlPreventive MedicineVaccinationsWeight Management ProgramWellness ExamsWellness TestingAllergy and Itchy Skin ReliefAnesthesiaDental CareDental X RaysDentistryEar ChecksEmergency CareEuthanasia ServicesGeneral SurgeryGeriatric MedicineHealth CertificatesHealth ExamsHospice CareHospitalizationIn House LaboratoryIn House PharmacyIn Office Surgical SuiteInternal MedicineIsolation WardPain ManagementRadiologyRoutine SurgeriesSpays and NeutersVideo Otoscopy

Memberships

American Animal Hospital AssociationFeline Veterinary Medical AssociationCat Friendly PracticeFear Free Certified ProfessionalLow Stress Handling Professionals

Appointments & hours

Mon - Fri: 8:00 am - 6:00 pm, Sat: 8:00 am - 12:00 pm, Sun: Closed

Frequently asked

Is VCA Blue Cross Animal Hospital of Amherst accepting new patients?+

Yes — VCA Blue Cross Animal Hospital of Amherst is currently accepting new patients.

Does VCA Blue Cross Animal Hospital of Amherst offer emergency or urgent care?+

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

What services does VCA Blue Cross Animal Hospital of Amherst offer?+

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

What reviewers say

85% Positive sentiment
based on 256 reviews

The practice is a long-standing veterinary hospital that provides compassionate end-of-life care, routine wellness exams, and dental procedures. The veterinary team is widely regarded as knowledgeable, gentle with anxious pets, and thorough in explaining treatment plans. While many visitors experience efficient appointments and a welcoming environment, some encounter challenges regarding billing practices, high costs, and difficulties scheduling urgent or emergency care.

Frequently praised for

Compassionate StaffKnowledgeable VetsThorough ExplanationsShort WaitFair PricingGood With Anxious PetsStrong Followup

Aggregated from reviewer feedback across multiple sources.

Now hiring

1 open role
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1 Veterinarian

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