Urban Animal
Seattle, WA
At a glance
- Facility type
- Veterinary Practice
- Practice tier
- Urgent Care
- Clinic type
- Standalone
- Operating status
- Operational
- Appointment model
- Both
- 24/7 care
- Unknown
- Accepting new patients
- Unknown
Species treated
Services
Amenities & accessibility
Overview
Urban Animal is the largest veterinary worker cooperative changing the face of veterinary medicine. Urban Animal offers option-based, smart and sensible care that best supports dogs and cats from three Seattle neighborhood practices
In 2012, Urban Animal pioneered a model of option-based veterinary care with a focus on accessibility. Our team continues to deliver medicine in a smart and sensible manner with candid conversations and zero upsell. A lot has changed since we opened our doors. In the last decade, the veterinary industry has experienced a rapid corporatization and consolidation by BigVet. Urban Animal built the largest veterinary worker cooperative to change the face of the industry
Mission — All Dogs & Cats In Our Community Deserve Veterinary Care
Care capabilities
- Emergency
- Urgent Care Only
- End-of-life care
- In Clinic
Technology & equipment
Services in detail
Connect
Frequently asked
Does Urban Animal offer emergency or urgent care?+
Urban Animal offers urgent care appointments most days of the week (not a 24/7 ER).
What services does Urban Animal offer?+
Urban Animal offers General Practice, Wellness, Vaccination, Spay Neuter, Surgery, Dentistry, Imaging, In House Lab, and more.
When was Urban Animal established?+
Urban Animal has served the Seattle, WA community since 2012.
What reviewers say
Urban Animal is a veterinary practice providing accessible walk-in urgent care and wellness services alongside scheduled appointments. The facility features an attached garage with parking and separate areas designed to accommodate pets. The veterinary teams are widely regarded as compassionate, knowledgeable, and particularly attentive to anxious or senior animals, offering thoughtful support during end-of-life care. However, operations experience significant friction, including extended wait times in the lobby, rising and sometimes unpredictable pricing structures, and communication challenges regarding test results. While many patrons appreciate the flexible access and dedicated care, others note administrative inconsistencies.
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Data as of July 2026. VetPulse aggregates public-record and licensing data; it does not represent the practice directly.