Lakeside Animal Hospital

Richmond, VA

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
Unknown

Species treated

Small Animal Companion

Services

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

Amenities & accessibility

Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lotWheelchair accessible restroom

Overview

Here at Lakeside Animal Hospital, conveniently located in Richmond, Virginia, we understand that your pets are your biggest fans and are a part of the family, which is why our veterinarians uses the most updated techniques to diagnose your pets’ conditions and treat them. We offer many services from general wellness exams, surgical procedures, dentistry, senior pet care, diagnostic laboratory testing, microchipping, to boarding and grooming

Lakeside Animal Hospital opened its doors in 1959. Dr Marissa Gonzalez has owned the clinic for the last 23 years

Mission — We are dedicated to providing quality care for all of your beloved pets, including dogs, cats, reptiles, avian, and small mammals. The friendly, knowledgeable and caring staff provides your pet with the personal attention and care it deserves

Team at a glance

2
Veterinarians (DVM)
5
Support staff
7
Total team

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

Technology & equipment

UltrasoundEndoscopy

Services in detail

Wellness examsSurgical proceduresDentistrySenior pet careDiagnostic laboratory testingMicrochippingBoardingGroomingUltrasoundEndoscopyGeneral soft tissue surgeriesPharmacy
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Vaccination

Appointments & hours

Mon - Fri: 7:30am - 6:00pm, Sat 8:00am-12:00, Sun: Closed

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Frequently asked

Does Lakeside Animal Hospital treat exotic pets?+

Yes — Lakeside Animal Hospital offers care for exotic pets in addition to small animals.

What services does Lakeside Animal Hospital offer?+

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

When was Lakeside Animal Hospital established?+

Lakeside Animal Hospital has served the Richmond, VA community since 1959.

What reviewers say

60% Mixed sentiment
based on 386 reviews

The practice offers comprehensive veterinary care for both traditional domestic pets and a wide variety of exotic animals, including birds, reptiles, and small mammals. The facility is modern, clean, and well-maintained with a welcoming reception area. The veterinary team is widely regarded as knowledgeable, compassionate, and exceptionally skilled in handling complex exotic species cases. However, patients frequently experience prolonged wait times in the lobby, high service pricing, and occasional communication challenges regarding billing and treatment plans.

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.