VCA West Shore Animal Hospital

New Cumberland, PA

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At a glance

Facility type
Veterinary Practice
Practice tier
General
Clinic type
Standalone
Operating status
Operational
Appointment model
Appointment
24/7 care
Unknown
Accepting new patients
Yes

Species treated

Small Animal Companion

Services

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

Amenities & accessibility

Parking
Free parking lot
Appointments
Appointment requiredAppointments recommended
Service options
Onsite services
Amenities
Restroom
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible parking lot

Overview

Welcome to VCA West Shore Animal Hospital, an AAHA-accredited, full service medical facility serving small animals (cats and dogs). Our knowledgeable and compassionate team provide state of the art medical care for the life of your pet, from puppy and kittenhood through the senior stages of life

In our AAHA-accredited facility at VCA West Shore Animal Hospital, we've helped pets live long, healthy and happy lives for more than 40 years. VCA West Shore Animal Hospital has been a member of the greater Harrisburg community for over 40 years, and is conveniently located near the communities of New Cumberland and Mechanicsburg. Our hospital is the longest running AAHA accredited animal hospital receiving our accreditation in 1971

Care capabilities

End-of-life care
In Clinic

Team at a glance

3
Veterinarians (DVM)
2
Licensed technicians
7
Support staff
12
Total team

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

Technology & equipment

Digital RadiologyLaser SurgerySevoflurane AnesthesiaIn House LaboratoryIn House PharmacyDental X RaysOFA X Ray

Services in detail

DermatologyDigital RadiologyLaser SurgeryOFA X RayOphthalmologySoft Tissue SurgeryCanine and Feline DiabetesCat DiabetesDog DiabetesBehavior CounselingNutritional CounselingAdult and Senior WellnessFlea and Tick ControlImmunizationsMicrochippingNew Kitten and New Puppy PackagesParasite ControlPreventive MedicineVaccinationsWeight Management ProgramWellness ExamsWellness TestingAllergy and Itchy Skin ReliefAnesthesiaDental CareDental X RaysDentistryDNA Breed TestingEar ChecksEuthanasia ServicesFull DiagnosticsGeneral SurgeryGeriatric MedicineHealth CertificatesHealth ExamsHospice CareHospitalizationIn House LaboratoryIn House PharmacyIn Office Surgical SuiteIsolation WardPain ManagementRadiologyRoutine SurgeriesSevoflurane AnesthesiaSpays and NeutersUrologyPet Counseling

Appointments & hours

Mon-Fri 7:30am-6:00pm, Sat-Sun Closed

Frequently asked

Is VCA West Shore Animal Hospital accepting new patients?+

Yes — VCA West Shore Animal Hospital is currently accepting new patients.

What services does VCA West Shore Animal Hospital offer?+

VCA West Shore Animal Hospital offers Wellness, Vaccination, Spay Neuter, Surgery, Dentistry, Imaging, In House Lab, Pharmacy, and more.

What reviewers say

78% Positive sentiment
based on 258 reviews

The facility provides dedicated separate entrances and waiting areas for cats and dogs, maintaining a clean and welcoming environment. The support staff and veterinary team are frequently highlighted as compassionate, gentle with anxious pets, and thorough in explaining procedures. However, the practice faces challenges regarding appointment availability and scheduling flexibility for urgent care needs. Financial discussions often center on premium pricing structures and promotional wellness care plans, with some clients noting aggressive sales tactics for additional services.

Frequently praised for

Compassionate StaffKnowledgeable VetsThorough ExplanationsClean FacilityGood With Anxious PetsStrong Followup

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