By VetsCompared
About Veterinary Care in Phoenix
Phoenix has 98 veterinary clinics, with an average Google rating of 4.5 from 34,525 reviews, so pet owners have a large pool of generally well-rated options. One important catch is access, only two clinics are open weekends, so it helps to check hours early if you need a Saturday or Sunday appointment.
Top 3 clinics (current town ranking table)
| Clinic | Our Score | Verified | Published prices |
|---|---|---|---|
| Valet Vet Mobile Veterinary Services | 46/100 | — | 19 |
| All Creatures Animal Clinic | 43/100 | — | 3 |
| Bethany Animal Hospital | 43/100 | — | — |
Phoenix is a strong place to start if you need a vet for your dog or cat. There are plenty of clinics to choose from, and the overall review picture is reassuring. That gives most pet owners room to focus on fit, things like travel time, appointment availability, and how a clinic communicates, instead of worrying that there are too few options. Phoenix also appears to have a companion-plus-exotics mix, which usually means many practices are built around everyday dog and cat care, with some offering a wider service range as well.
The bigger issue in Phoenix is not choice, it is access and transparency. None of the clinic listings are verified, so it is sensible to confirm the basics yourself before booking, including current hours, services, and whether the practice is taking new patients. Verified simply means listing details have been confirmed by a registered user, not that a clinic has any special quality status. Weekend access is limited, late evening options are very limited, and there is no local emergency, out-of-hours, or 24-hour veterinary cover shown here. If your pet has an urgent problem outside normal hours, you may need to use an out-of-area emergency service.
If you are choosing a regular vet in Phoenix, start with a short list near your home, work, or usual route, then call and ask a few practical questions. For dogs, ask about same-day sick visits, surgery and dental support, and how the team handles nervous or reactive pets. For cats, ask whether they offer quieter appointment times or a calmer waiting setup. Pay attention to how clearly the staff answer and how easy it is to get follow-up help, because those small day-to-day details often matter more than tiny differences in review averages.
Because Phoenix has many options but weak after-hours coverage, it is smart to make two decisions now, not one. Pick a daytime clinic you would be happy to use for routine care, and separately save the contact details for the nearest out-of-area emergency hospital. That way, if your pet gets sick at night or on a weekend, you are not trying to figure everything out under pressure.
Best Rated Veterinary Clinics in Phoenix, Arizona
Top-ranked veterinary practices based on quality, service, and customer reviews
Our Score (46/100)
Valet Vet Mobile Veterinary Services is a mobile veterinary practice serving Phoenix, Arizona. The clinic treats dogs and cats. Reviews frequently describe in-home visits, including end-of-life care performed in a familiar home setting.
Our Score (43/100)
All Creatures Animal Clinic is a veterinary clinic in Phoenix, Arizona, located at 4022 E Greenway Rd Apt 7, Phoenix, AZ 85032. The clinic treats dogs, cats, and exotic pets. Emergency or out-of-hours availability is not specified.
Our Score (43/100)
Bethany Animal Hospital is a veterinary clinic listed in Phoenix, Arizona, with an address shown as 2400 Bethany Rd, Sycamore, IL 60178. It has a 4.7/5 Google rating from 625 reviews. Recent comments describe a compassionate, welcoming...
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Desert Hills Animal Hospital is a veterinary clinic in Phoenix, Arizona located at 13811 N 7th St, Phoenix, AZ 85022. It treats dogs, cats, and exotic pets. Google reviews describe caring staff and a veterinarian that clients trust,...
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Veterinary Emergency Group is a veterinary clinic in Phoenix, Arizona, located at 2196 E Camelback Rd. It treats dogs, cats, and exotics. Google reviews show a 4.7/5 rating from 1,034 reviews.
More Veterinary Practices in Phoenix
Additional veterinary clinics serving the area
Desert Hills Animal Clinic is a veterinary clinic in Phoenix, Arizona, located at 711 E Carefree Hwy Ste 140B, Suite 140B. The clinic treats dogs, cats, and exotic pets. Phone and email listed are (623) 581-1558 and [email protected].
Camelwest Animal Hospital is a small-animal veterinary clinic in Phoenix, Arizona, located at 10045 W Camelback Rd Ste 105. The clinic treats dogs and cats. Online reviews commonly describe positive care experiences and convenient...
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Veterinary Neurological Center is a veterinary neurology practice in Phoenix, Arizona, located at 4202 E Raymond St. It treats dogs and cats and is described in reviews as handling complex neurological cases with close clinician...
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Valley West Animal Hospital is a veterinary clinic in Phoenix, Arizona, located at 7807 N 35th Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85051. The clinic treats dogs, cats, and exotics. Recent feedback commonly mentions a friendly, caring staff experience during...
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Our Score (40/100)
Altered Tails Barnhart Clinic Phoenix is a Phoenix, Arizona clinic focused on spay and neuter services for cats and dogs, including support for community and feral-cat programs. It is located at 950 W. Hatcher Rd, with gated parking access...
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Phoenix Dog/Cat Hospital is a small-animal veterinary clinic in Phoenix, Arizona, located at 3418 N 7th Ave. The clinic treats dogs and cats. Recent reviewers describe thorough care, clear explanations of treatment options and medications,...
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Four Legged Friends Animal Hospital is a small-animal veterinary clinic in Phoenix, Arizona, located at 3131 E Thunderbird Rd Ste 59. The clinic treats dogs and cats. Publicly listed opening hours and emergency or after-hours availability...
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Our Score (40/100)
West Phoenix Veterinary Hospital is a small-animal veterinary clinic in Phoenix, Arizona, located at 6530 W Indian School Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85033. The clinic treats dogs and cats. On Google, it holds a 4.7/5 rating across 598 reviews.
