This is an update from my most recent experience 11/5/2025. Sadly, I had to make decision to peacefully help my precious Oreo cross over to the rainbow bridge. Dr. Contreras was wonderful. She gave me time and comforted Oreo. The staff was gentle with my Oreo and gave me all the time I needed. I appreciated him being sedated first before the final injections because it made it so peaceful. I am experiencing a lot of grief and questioned if I could have waited longer but I know he was struggling with congestive heart disease and at age 16 all his coughing and he even had a mass on his spleen / liver. I know he was in pain more often and quality of life was significantly declining. The staff helped me and gave me locks of his hair as I requested. Price was reasonable. Thank you all for helping much of 2025 with the care of Oreo. read more

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It use to be my favorite place to take my cats. Not so much anymore. The Vet we normally see is semi retired and, he thinks I am a overbearing momma. Now he doesn't want to treat her. I am now going to have to find another Vet Hospital as she won't stop crying and, pulling out her hair. I am very disappointed. We also never get to see our favorite Vet Tech anymore or if Lupe is even there. So sad. read more

I have been going to The Small Animal Hospital for 40 years!! Dr. Davis and his staff are "THE BEST" in town!! My family and I are loyal followers and they have taken care of all of our beloved pets for many years!! read more

Small Animal Hospital - Brooklyn & Cassidy - Veterinarians Near Me - Riverside, California

I'm so glad we found this pet hospital. Everyone here is so sweet and pleasant. I was hesitant to take Momo to "just anyone". I know I made the best choice. We brought Momo in because we had to let him go to Pet Heaven. You cared for him so tenderly and I know that he was in the best care we could find. It was hard letting him go and you gave me the opportunity and time to say our goodbyes. Sorry for the inconvenience to your other pet friends. When we left your waiting room was full. Thank you to everyone that was there with your patience. read more

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The best Vets I have ever had. The one place I feel like really cares about my pets and me. Thank you to Nicole for caring for Marley. And all the vets there are top notch. Even though Dr. Davis is a Dodgers fan- he's a good guy. :) read more

We thought our lil boy Scrappy was choking so my wife and I were in a bit of a panic. We didn't know where to go so I checked Google and this place was the closest. Upon arrival, my wife in tears hands Scrappy off to them. Within 10 minutes the Dr comes out and tells us Scrappy is doing just fine, he wasn't choking! He had a piece of sharp plastic stuck in his teeth in the back of his mouth. ‍ They charged us for a simple office visit and we were happily on our way. The Dr and her whole staff were so friendly and caring. I would definitely recommend "Small Animal Hospital" to anyone! Thank you for helping Scrappy! read more

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Today received great treatment for our fur baby. The wait was only 10 minutes. Dr Davis was thorough and explained treatment precisely. Veronica was professional and kind. The front staff also kind. My anxiety for our baby is lessened. read more

Always take my dogs here ,it may cost a lot but you can tell they really care for your pets

over 1 hour wait during what seemed a very average day. otherwise this is our preferred vet. but they really need to work on wait times.

Don't take your cat to Dr. Lisa she doesn't know how to handle cats. She is also very condescending and a total B. The staff on the other hand was great! read more

Our Pipsy went over the rainbow bridge yesterday. Jennifer and staff were especially kind during our difficult time. They were loving with Pipsy and gave us the space and time we needed with her. Thank you, Small Animal Hospital. read more

I've been bringing my pitcher for almost 5 years. Great staff. Very welcoming. And the vets are very caring and explain everything. Just a wonderful place. read more

I will say, I did not take my dogs there, but I did find a few dogs in my neighborhood right at their closing time. I called to see if I could get a chip scan and they were more than willing to be helpful. Ultimately we got a call so we didn't have to take them in, but they were so kind and I value their willingness to be there. read more

Amazing staff always friendly and helpful. Dr. Davis is great with the animals. I have never felt as though I was being up sold items that were not necessary for the health of my pets. Jen at the front office is always friendly, and sends out reminders of you up coming visit. Totally recommend, but be patient they can be very busy, and appointments should be scheduled a week or two ahead. read more

We've gone to Small Animal Hospital for decades. Dr. Davis is a kind, caring vet with years of experience. We trust him. His staff is delightful and caring as well. read more

I have been coming to see Dr. Davis and staff for several years. They have seen all my animals and there have been many. Recently just my dog, two cats and several rats. The staff is always friendly and compassionate. Dr. D takes his time explaining anything you have questions on. In fact, all of the doctors are very willing to take their time and make sure you are completely satisfied. Times are a little different now with the Covid-19 virus and as all business are doing, they are trying to adapt. It has made it a little harder to get an appointment due to the staff having to take extra time to clean and sanitize the rooms after each appointment. Also, the staff are trying to maintain the recommended 6 foot distance from the human parents that are bringing their fur babies in. Sometimes its hard to watch your babies, who seem scared, in the hands of someone else, but they are very professional as long as the human parents are. Reading the previous review, I can tell Mrs. Brenda obviously does not understand that. I have never had a bad experience at Small Animal, with any of the staff or the doctors. From routine visits like getting shots to harder times like having to euthanize my babies, they have always been there, kind, caring and compassionate. To all the Drs., Angel, Mardell, Lupe, Jen and others not mentioned, thank you for being there for our babies in this trying time. Times have changed and we are all trying to adapt. I appreciate Small Animal always being there for their clients and community. Wicket, Sam and Cali send their kisses read more

Small Animal Hospital - Wicket after his last visit to Small Animal Hospital - Veterinarians Near Me - Riverside, California

Been coming here for years and this last time was a huge disappointment. Came in on one of the hottest days of the year and was asked to go and sit in my hot car with my terribly frightened cat because can't have people in waiting area. If they're so afraid of COVID why aren't they wearing masks?! read more

I've been coming here for about 20 years. As long as I've had my current Yorkie, Molly, and she's almost 15, I've never taken her anywhere else. I don't live close, but to me, its worth the drive for the excellent service Dr. Davis and his staff provides. I can say this with complete honesty that Dr. Davis gives my Yorkie better treatment than some other doctors have given me personally. It's true! I trust his judgment, diagnosis, and patient care without reservation. He has the most friendly, patient, and informative staff working with him. I really appreciate how nice people are when we visit. Angel, thank you for always making our visits pleasant! Last time, Molly had to have surgery and some teeth extracted. Lupe let me come back to the kennel area to visit her after the surgery was completed. She was kinda out of it, but when she saw me she perked right up and started scratching at the cage to get out. They let me hold her while we went over what I'd have to do to take care of her for the next couple of weeks. Thanks for your clear instructions Lupe! When I walked in this time, I saw a sign on the building that this animal hospital was established in 1945 and it's still going strong. That's a lot of history and tradition for any business! read more

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Kylee the vet tech was unnecessarily rude and unprofessional. Otherwise the facility is in good condition and the other staff were welcoming. read more

I have been taking my animals to the Small Animal Hospital for many years. In the past several years, the service I receive has increasingly gone downhill. They seem to be bigger than they can manage. Most recently was the final straw. I had contracted scabies and a Doctor at Kaiser told me I caught it from my dog. So I went online. I found conflicting information. I also thought that I had contracted them from Riverside Community Hospital because my symptoms, which I did not recognize as scabies as I knew nothing about them, started about four or five weeks after my six-day stay there. That time frame matches the time period in which scabies begin to manifest symptoms. So I called the Small Animal Hosp and asked if I could bring my dog in and have a veterinarian examine her and tell me if she had scabies, and also to find out if they could infect humans and whether she should be given ivermectin. I was told three times in the course of several days that Dr. Davis would call me. I called back three times to talk to Dr. Davis. I preferred an actual visit, but at that point I was willing to take what I could get. He never spoke to me. I kept emphasizing to the ladies who were taking my calls that I needed answers right away so that I didn't continue to get reinfected from my dog. If, in fact, I had been infected by her. I was finally told to bring my dog in and the technician, Lupe, would give my dog an ivermectin shot. They were crazy busy. They didn't seem to have time for anything. I accepted the ivermectin shot because it was the only choice that was left me. However, after the shot I still had no answers whatsoever from Dr. Davis or anybody at the Small Animal Hospital. So I made an appointment with another veterinarian. It was easy to get in. The place was very clean. It was not a three ring circus like Small Animal Hospital. But most importantly I found out from the vet - who was perfectly able to see me in a timely fashion - that it is not possible for me to get scabies from my dog. That my dog did not have scabies and the ivermectin shot was completely unnecessary. He treated her for allergies and she is completely on the mend now. All of her symptoms are subsiding. I also requested that they forward my records to my new veterinarian. They still haven't done it after nearly a week. I spoke to the manager, Angel, today. And she told me that the way she understood it I was asking for the ivermectin shot. I informed her that I was begging to see Dr. Davis for my dog to be looked at. I only accepted the ivermectin shot because it was at least a step forward for me and that I never got any answers to my multiple requests. The manager was condescending. She told me that I insisted on the Ivermectin shot. She ignored my complaint that nobody ever let me see the doctor nor did the doctor call me back. She was very dismissive when she said, "I will let Dr. Davis know what you said." I have experienced Snark and unprofessional attitude on several occasions with Jennifer, who works at the front desk. There are some good people who work there. But I have become increasingly unhappy with the service I receive. I am much happier with my new veterinarian at Town and Country. I am relieved that I have finally made up my mind to not do business with the Small Animal Hospital again. I only stayed with them for as long as I had out of loyalty. And because Dr. Davis is a great dog doctor. **Dr. Davis did call me back in the course of my writing this review. He told me that the ladies at the front desk had told him that I said that my dog had been exposed to neighbor animals who were unclean. I never once said that. My dog goes for walks with me. She is not exposed to other animals physically. She is an indoor dog otherwise, except for when she goes in my very small and secure back yard and always supervised while she lies in the sun. Only one neighbor has a dog next door that abuts to my property. That dog is kept behind a gate on the other side of their yard. I have experienced consistent miscommunication with the people who work at the front desk at Small Animal Hospital. This one takes the cake. Dr. Davis is a good veterinarian. It's the rest of the staff, the ones who deal directly with the owners, who give this place a bad name. read more

Absolutely love this place!! I believe, right now they are closed to new patients But as a returning patient I am sooooo happy to have Small Animal Hospital on standby if ever my two babies need assistance. I like the procedure for shots during the Pandemic. Make an appointment. Park out back (I go in through the DQ lot) Call from the car to check in. Then they call you to walk your pet to the front door. Really quick in painless! For me, literally; him, not so much. I really appreciate you guys. I have always felt like everyone there truly adores and cares about animals. read more

Just read Cheryl G's review...want to thank her for making this review easier to write...I agree with everything she has written! I actually enjoy sitting in the Small Animal Hospital "waiting room" because I no longer have a dog, just 3 cats--one who is almost 24 years old--not exaggerating.I get my dog "fix" each time I visit for one problem or another (my other 2 cats are 16 and 18 respectively, so I actually spend a lot of time at the vet!) I love dogs as much as cats, but can't really afford a dog right now. Their hours are insanely convenient, and the several doctors that have cared for my kitties since we transferred from our previous vet 6 months ago have been more than awesome...everyone on the staff is attentive to our needs, and more importantly, unlike our previous vet staff, they all seem to work together and are "on the same page"--as are the vets themselves. I have a lot of respect for their efforts and hard work. Times have changed so radically that the day of the vet who was able to afford his/her own independent clinic/hospital seems to have passed--at least in Southern California. Pets are big business & nowadays $$$ rule!... Corporations seems to engulf any business that caters to aspects of life that appeal to large numbers of people--such as we pet enthusiasts--who are literally willing to go into debt to care for our beloved animals!!! Recently, a vet tech at the off-hours emergency vet hospital commented to me that owning and caring for a pet is actually becoming a privilege that soon only the upper class will be able to comfortably afford. She told me that a large number of people who bring in their ailing/injured pets must take out loans in order to afford to pay their bills. I do not blame the vets for this situation, because they are being taken advantage of as well. Their schooling alone is incredibly rigorous and outrageously expensive. They are forced to pay premium prices for the equipment and medications, etc. needed to run their business efficiently. Thus, they are forced to pass the expenses onto us. One of our former vets carefully planned her move out of So Cal.She had literally saved both of our dogs' lives with her expertise and careful treatment choices Before she left she confided to me that her expenses and her long hours were affecting her health adversely, and causing her extreme anxiety. She is now able to operate her own homeopathic animal clinic in another state, alongside her husband. They also lecture at a small university nearby. read more

I just can't say enough about this veterinary clinic. From the front staff, to the actual vets, everyone seems to genuinely love animals, and their jobs. We had to put our 14.5 year old Maltese Nigel down on 5/22. It was a day that I've dreaded for years. The amount of compassion that was displayed that day will always be remembered. My husband brought his ashes home yesterday. I was beyond surprised with the way his remains were sent home. I would highly recommend this office. read more

Small Animal Hospital - An engraved cedar lined box for the ashes, a customized plaster paw print and a little jar of his hair. - Veterinarians Near Me - Riverside, California

I have been coming here for all of my animals for over 30+ years, and I just cannot say enough good things about the staff and doctors here. They are so kind and compassionate to the animals, and really take their time and are very thorough with their examinations and treatment. If an animal does need treatment they make sure to outline all the charges on both a high end and a low end so you know what you are going to be paying. The staff always provides great customer service, always kind, considerate and generous with their time. I would recommend this place to everyone I know for all your pets. They will take care of them as if they were their own pets. It takes special people to care for pets as if they were their own. I just recently adopted a special rescue dog who needs a lot of extra attention and veterinary care. Dr Ross has been taking exceptional care of her, through surgery, follow up care and maintenance. Dr Ross has seen her through it all, and my rescue is now doing amazing and thriving. Thank you to all of the staff, Angel, Mardell, Jen, Lupe, Dr Davis, Dr Ross, and everyone else. I appreciate you guys, and thank you for always looking out for my animal family! read more

Dedication that Dr. Davis has for his clients, his staff and the animals that he sees everyday is amazing. Dr. Davis has always been there for me when I needed him and helped me understand the illnesses that my dogs had/have. I have been a client at Small Animal Hospital for almost 20 years and I couldn't be more happier and I always refer all of my Akitas friends here. Thank you, Dr. Davis along with Dr. Fine and Dr. Ross! read more

Small Animal Hospital - My kids love Dr Davis!! - Veterinarians Near Me - Riverside, California

I was referred here by Barton Animal ER Hospital. I recently had a very unpleasant experience with Arlington Animal Hospital just trying to line their pockets with $$$$ Dr Hicks never ran the clinic in that manner! Anyway I called to schedule shots for two (2) dogs and need my 2 year Blue Nose Pit spayed. Couldn't get a estimate low/high f0r that procedure without spending $43 for each dog for an examination. Thank you for sharing your tactics up front saved me my time and money! My female is in excellent health 87lbs and was a referral from Dr Duffy... But you just got to squeeze those $$$$ !!!! Ridiculous! Thank you Dr Davis... read more

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Usually when I am anticipating writing a not so good review, I typically like for quite a bit of time to go by before I do so, so that I don't act on emotion. It's been plenty of months and I can still remember my experience in detail like it was yesterday. My primary vet is Canton Crest Animal Hospital (which I love), so I brought my 6 month old kitten in one day to inquire about declawing her front claws. Keep in mind she already had a full physical, shots etc. and I had to declaw her because my other indoor cat is declawed, and my new kitten was literally causing my other cat, 2 dogs, and my husband and I to bleed and also DESTROYING our furniture. Since I rescued her, I didn't want to throw her in the streets without giving her a chance, and because I have declawed my other cat, I was comfortable and familiar with the process. Anyways, unfortunately, my primary vet office did not have a Dr to do the surgery, so I was referred over to their "sister" vet office, Small Animal Hospital. Ok fine. I called the office, spoke with a receptionist, explained what I needed and that I was referred, and she said someone will call me back with more details. Great. I get a call back from Lupe (I remember her name because she had left me a voicemail since I didn't answer). So I call her back and she asks me if I was planning on spading my kitten because the Dr. usually likes to do it at the same time as declawing. I told her I didn't plan on it because she is an indoor cat and my other cat is neutered, so I didn't find it necessary. She proceeded to rudely tell me that the Dr. won't perform the declaw unless I consent to the spading. So I said ok fine. Next she said that she needed to request the medical records from my primary vet, (their "sister" office) so I consented. A coupe of days later I get a call from a different gal stating that they needed to see my kitten first in person and perform a full physical. I asked her if they had received my kitten's records they requested from my primary vet, and she she answers yes, they did. I then asked why a physical was needed when she just had one 5 months prior (when my kitten was 1 month old) and they said that based on the findings of my vet, they just needed to see her anyway. Now my mind was starting to think more $ for them. She also mentioned that in their office, declawing should be a last resort, like if the kitten was hurting the household physically and if I was on the verge of giving away the kitten (which I had previously explained that all above). After some resistance, I proceeded to kindly ask the lady if I could speak with the office manager, because the whole process began to get a bit confusing for me. She said she would have someone call me. A couple days later, I get a call from the office manager, and explained to her the whole history, then said to me "First if all, your primary vet should have never referred you over to us, even though we are their sister office, so I will be speaking with their staff about that. Now I spoke to the Dr. (I believe the Dr.'s name started with the letter R) regarding your case, and she just doesn't want to do it." When I heard how blunt her response was, I took a step back and asked, "Is there a reason why?" She replied, "She just doesn't want to do it." I was so confused about the whole thing that when I was asking for clarification, she kept rudely cutting me off, so I politely asked her to please stop speaking over me. Now I am a bank manager myself and I would be darned if one of my employees ever spoke to a client that way. She finally was quiet for a bit and so I asked her if she could PLEASE have the Dr. call me so I could better understand the circumstance. She said she would relay the message. It had been since December of 2019, I have yet to receive a phone call. I ended up going to Riverside Animal Hospital. LOVELY staff, treated my kitten wonderfully, and the entire process was painless and they were very thorough and professional. I did have to wait a little over an hour to get her in without an appointment, but I'm pretty patient (if you couldn't already tell) and it was worth it given the amazing experience I had with that office. In the end, all experiences could be different, mine unfortunately was unpleasant with the Small Animal Hospital, and the only reason why I gave it 2 stars was because I never physically got to visit the office, so 2 stars is fair :) read more

This review is in regards to the care my 2 dogs received approximately 2 years ago. Both of my dogs had gastrointestinal bleeding and nearly died. Both Buddy and Molly were treated as inpatient for several days. The care was excellent. My dogs lived because of the care they recieved from this vet. I am forever grateful to the vet and vet tech Lupe for saving my furry family members. Unfortunately my older dog Buddy recently passed away, but I am thankful that Small Animal Hospital gave me 2 more years to be with him read more

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This was my first visit and it could not have been for a worse situation as I had to put my 13 yr old cat Sebastian to sleep. I had reached out to several other Animal Hospitals throughout Riverside but because I had no appointment, it could not be possible. I called and was greeted by Jennifer Sowder. She must have noticed how emotional I was about not wanting my boy to suffer, because even though they also were by appointment only, she asked and the Doctor allowed me to come in. As you can imagine, I was an emotional mess, especially since the huge tumor my boy had had burst and the open wound was horrible. Upon seeing how upset I was, she graciously took care of all the particulars like check out and charging ahead of time so that once the end came, all I had to do was leave... THAT WAS SO WONDERFUL ON HER PART! Thank you Jennifer! When Dr. Ross came in to see my boy, she was compassionate and understanding. She took him to the back in his kennel so as not to stress him out more than he was. I wish I had the name of the lady who brought my kennel back to me because she was so nice to offer condolences as well. Most people go to the Vet Hospital to maintain and heal their pets and that will always be their main role. But as in my case, to say goodbye to a beloved pet and be treated so wonderfully and more importantly, the way my pet was treated, made it much more easier to face than it normally would be and for that I will always be thankful and grateful. I know they showed love for my boy until the end and I will be back with my other fur kids. I noticed outside the entrance that this hospital has served this community since the 1940's and that is appealing to me. No wonder it has that small-town feel and from the reviews I've read, I'm not surprised I'm not the only one that has had a great experience here. Thank you all from Small Animal Hospital for your compassion and good will. I will share this experience with as many as I can. Thank you Jennifer, Dr. Ross and staff. Sincerely, Pastor Tony Rodriguez Magnolia Español Pastor (Magnolia Church) read more

I didn't think this place could impress me any more... But they did. I took my dog after bringing my cat last year. I loved how they handled my cat, I wanted to bring my dog when he was due for his shots. I brought him in because I had a few concerns. The vet addressed them all and was very kind about it. He made me laugh and he handled my dog very well. The staff is so kind. You can tell the staff loves animals. They don't give you an attitude because your dog has an accident. They're very understanding. Love this place. I recommend you take your pet here if you want quality Pet care. read more

Small Animal Hospital - My cat waiting to be seen by the vet. Look how relaxed she looks! :D - Veterinarians Near Me - Riverside, California

Great place very knowledgable and made me feel very comfortable with their expertise. They asked for my medical records for my dog to be sent to them and they reviewed them prior to me even making the appointment which made me feel very comfortable about the type of care of my dog was going to receive read more

I love this place and truly appreciate Dr. Fine and her staff. My animals have been to many different clinics, but after being a client here for the past few years I will not go anywhere else! I drive an hour out of my way so my dog can be seen by someone I trust. My dog has always been reactive with vets in the past. At Small Animal Hospital they handle him with confidence and ease. This makes our trips to the vet painless and something I no longer dread. I trust Dr and her staff. I know Dr. Fine will always explain all treatment options, take the time to answer any and all questions, and recommend the best and most honest treatment approach. I'll be a client for life. read more

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I started going here after the Vet I used to go to retired and have been for a few years, each time being disappointed with the service. I like Dr. Ross but I never seem to get her, I always end up with Dr. Fine who is anything but fine. She is arrogant and rude and heaven forbit you ask any questions. How dare you question her! There is one receptionist who is pleasant (and appears to have had too much caffeine or something else!) the others not so much. I don't know why but it seems since Covid started they have got even more rude. I have never had anything pleasant happen here and it's all about how much money they can get from you. read more

The staff is very friendly and were so good to my boy! I consider my dog to be my second child and appreciate it when others treat him so kindly. They were very informative and quick! The pricing was a little more expensive than the same services at the animal shelter, but it was comforting going to a place I'm familiar with. My boy was wagging his tail the entire time, even when he wasn't in the most comfortable of situations lol ***update*** They were able to squeeze me in for an emergency visit concerning an allergic reaction to a bug bite (which was unknown prior to the visit) and once again they amazed me with their caring staff! Dr. Whitaker was soooooooo friendly and took the time to explain things thoroughly to me. He even sat on the ground with my dog and gave him kisses!! (Heart melting!!!) Everyone from the receptionist to the two individuals that took my dog back for a nail trim, were friendly and made this visit amazing. Granted the pricing for a nail trim was a bit steep, it's worth it for the caring nature they provided. They really made my dog (and myself) feel at ease! read more

Just wanted to thank the staff here for always helping me with my dog Rocky he is a Pitt bull terrier and is so aggressive but they have found a way to alway service him when he comes in sick or injured the staff is always welcoming and caring to our needs ,they also explain every procedure and always listen to all of my concerns ,my dog has been in several life threatening situations and each time they have brought him back to life , not sure what I would have done with out my baby if it hadn't been for them ,I will alway go to them , because with out them I don't think my dog would have lasted this long read more

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I've been bringing my pets to Small Animal Hospital for over 20 years. They are kind, compassionate and knowledgeable. Dr. Davis, Dr. Fine and Dr. Whitaker are the absolute best! I haven't seen Dr. Ross yet but look forward to meeting her on a future visit. They have treated our dogs from puppyhood, through adulthood, into mature years and then held our hands and cried with us at the end. We recently had a close call with one of our dogs and Small Animal Hospital, along with Drs. Fine & Whitaker, saved my dog's life by knowing exactly what to do. They also saved my sanity by keeping me informed and educated throughout the ordeal. read more

Deplorable customer service since Covid. They do not care about anyone or anything since Covid. They makeup arbitrary rules and restrictions without warning people in advance and without being consistent. They are completely unhelpful and unwilling to work with anyone for any reason (and I don't mean that in a financial way). if you want to take care about your pets, and view them as part of your family, I do not recommend bringing them here for anything of importance. If you're coming for something simple then I still wouldn't come here because there's no point in paying for such shitty customer service when their prices are expensive for even the basics (you'll pay around $100 for two basic shots for a dog). If you need the basics just go to the Mary Roberts center they're cheaper and they're as nice as can be. As for the more complicated procedures... Well I am open to recommendations. read more

Small Animal Hospital is a clean, well-run clinic with friendly front desk receptionists and very personable veterinarians! Being first time dog-owners (although my dog isn't a pup, just hasn't needed medical attention for his first two years!), my boyfriend and I didn't really know how to deal with our dog's swollen foot and limping at home. We called to set up an appointment ASAP, and got an appointment the next day (pretty good, considering we called a few other places that didn't have openings until 3 days later). Side note: Parking is in the back, enter next to the Dairy Queen. The parking lot directly behind the clinic has 5 spots, but the lot next to it has a few more! The wait time was reasonable (about 15 minutes to fill out paperwork and chat with other owners). When Dr. Whitaker came in, he got right down to the level of our dog. Although our dog is quite scared/aggressive to strangers, the physical exam was relatively easy to get through. We decided to go with conservative treatment. Getting meds was easy. Checking out was easy. In summary, we will definitely be going back to this clinic for our dog's future medical concerns. Additionally, the front desk took the time to go through his vaccination records and let us know what we needed to update next time. Very grateful for the vets and staff at this hospital! read more

Some dogs are afraid to go to the Vet. For Taylor, a 2 year old Akita, Small Animal Hospital is a "happy place." We walk through the door and she forgets who I am! She looks for her special friends Mardell, Jen, and Lupe who treat her like she's the only dog in the world. The attention continues with Dr. Davis and Dr. Ross where the biggest issue is getting her to stop wiggling and giving kisses. It's become "such a thing" that we have a monthly appointment so she can drop in to visit. Taylor makes her rounds saying hello to everyone and gets lots of love and cookies in return. I've been a client for 40 years. My dogs are part of my family and I absolutely trust Dr. Davis, Dr. Ross, Mardell, Lupe, Jen, and the rest of the staff to keep them healthy, happy, and safe. They are quite simply THE BEST! read more

Small Animal Hospital - Taylor with the Small Animal staff! - Veterinarians Near Me - Riverside, California

Dr. Whitaker and staff were excellent! I have never had such a great vet experience . I had five kittens are he throughly and lovingly examined all five, they were very calm with him and the visit went better than planned. He answered all my questions and was very patient with me, as I did have a lot to ask. Their prices are also outstanding . Considering I had five kittens I was worried I'd pay at least $300 for consultation alone . Much to my surprise I only paid about a third of the price. You can tell these people love what they do, and work hard to make your experience as enjoyable and financially reasonable as possible. I only stumbled upon this place on accident, but will now be bringing in my own animals if they are ever in need. I cannot recommend this place ENOUGH, they deserve more than five stars! read more