By VetsCompared
About Veterinary Care in Philadelphia
Philadelphia has 70 veterinary clinics, giving pet owners a broad field of options with an average Google rating of 4.5 out of 5 across 27,703 reviews. One notable feature of the city’s vet scene is its mix of general companion-animal care and exotics support, alongside meaningful emergency coverage.
Top 3 clinics (current town ranking table)
| Clinic | Our Score | Verified | Published prices |
|---|---|---|---|
| Queen Village Animal Hospital | 48/100 | — | — |
| 2Nd Street Animal Hospital And Exotic Clinic | 45/100 | — | — |
| Companion Pet Hospital | 45/100 | — | 3 |
Philadelphia gives pet owners real choice. With a large field of clinics and consistently strong review volume, this looks like a city where established veterinary care is widely available rather than concentrated in just a few standout practices. For most dog and cat owners, that usually means you can search for the right fit based on communication style, convenience, and appointment availability, rather than settling for the only nearby option.
The main caution is access and trust in the listing details. None of the clinics in this set are verified, so online information should be treated as a starting point and confirmed directly, especially for hours, new-patient status, and species treated. Weekend and late-evening availability are relatively limited for a city this large, which matters if you work standard hours. Emergency care is present in Philadelphia, though, so urgent help is easier to find than routine after-hours convenience.
A practical way to choose among vets in Philadelphia is to decide first what kind of care you need most often. If your priority is preventive care, look for a clinic whose weekday schedule you can realistically keep and ask about wait times for routine appointments. If you have an exotic pet, confirm species-specific experience before booking, since the city’s service mix goes beyond basic dog-and-cat medicine. If you have an older pet or one with chronic issues, ask how follow-up and continuity of care are handled.
In a market this broad, reviews are most useful when you read past the headline rating. Look for repeated comments about clear explanations, gentle handling, responsiveness after visits, and how the team manages anxious pets or urgent same-day concerns. In Philadelphia, the strongest choice is often the clinic that matches your pet’s needs and your schedule consistently, not simply the one with the most visibility.
More Veterinary Practices in Philadelphia
Additional veterinary clinics serving the area
Girard Veterinary Clinic is an independent small-animal veterinary clinic located at 2806 W Girard Ave in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The clinic treats dogs and cats and is open Monday through Friday from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, with walk-ins...
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Wyncote Animal Hospital is a small-animal veterinary clinic in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, located at 6701 Wyncote Ave. The practice treats dogs and cats and operates by appointment only, with the clinic closed on Mondays, Wednesdays, and...
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Petco Vaccination Clinic is a Petco-affiliated vaccination clinic located at 3300 Aramingo Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19134. It provides preventive care services for dogs and cats, including vaccines, screening tests, and parasite prevention....
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Our Score (33/100)
VCA Knightswood Animal Hospital is a veterinary clinic in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, located at 12121 Knights Rd, Philadelphia, PA 19154. It treats dogs and cats and lists emergency services. The clinic is part of VCA Animal Hospitals...
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Chestnut Hill Cat Clinic is a cat-focused veterinary clinic at 8220 Germantown Ave in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The clinic offers routine and advanced feline medical care, including diagnostics, dentistry, and surgery. Hours run Monday...
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Bluepearl Pet Hospital is a veterinary clinic in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, located at 1114 S Front St. Pet owners commonly describe using this location for urgent or emergency situations, with cats and dogs specifically mentioned in...
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Our Score (32/100)
VCA Cat Hospital of Philadelphia is a cats-only veterinary clinic located at 226 S 20th St, Philadelphia, PA 19103. The hospital is part of VCA Animal Hospitals (Mars, Inc.) and holds a Gold Level Cat Friendly Practice accreditation from...
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Liberty Vet Pets is an independent veterinary clinic located at 265 S 20th St in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The clinic treats dogs and cats and also sees rabbits, with home visit options mentioned for at-home care. It does not advertise...
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Our Score (32/100)
Compassion Veterinary Clinic is a veterinary practice at 9324 State Rd., Philadelphia, PA 19114. The clinic sees dogs, cats, and exotic pets including small mammals, birds, and reptiles. Hours include weekday appointments, Saturday morning...
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Ryan Veterinary Hospital is a veterinary hospital located at 3900 Spruce St, Philadelphia, PA 19104. Recent reviews describe positive experiences with the staff, facilities, and surgical care for both cats and dogs.
Dr. Conrad Roblejo is a veterinary clinic in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, located at 7436 Frankford Ave #38, Philadelphia, PA 19136. The clinic treats dogs and cats and operates primarily as a walk-in practice, with appointments noted as...
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Animedic Veterinary Clinic is a veterinary clinic located at 7110 Germantown Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19119. The clinic offers online scheduling and an online pharmacy, along with parasite prevention and pet insurance information/support....
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Roblejo Marc C DVM is a small-animal veterinary clinic in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, located at 7436 Frankford Ave #38, Philadelphia, PA 19136. The clinic treats dogs and cats and offers walk-in visits, with appointments typically...
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Our Score (26/100)
Community Veterinary Partners is located at 100 N 20th St #305, Philadelphia, PA 19103. It is described as part of the Community Veterinary Partners (CVP) network, with clinical services offered within partner hospitals. Species mentioned...
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Dr. Jonathan Wilkerson is a veterinary clinic located at 114 E Mt Airy Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19119, USA. The clinic is listed in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, with a phone number of +12152481886 and a website at http://www.mtairyvet.com/....
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Fairmount Animal Hospital is a veterinary clinic located at 2315 Fairmount Ave in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Recent client comments describe care for cats (including anxious cats and kittens) and dogs. The clinic is mentioned for thorough...
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Jones Jennifer DVM is a veterinary clinic located at 7110 Germantown Ave in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The clinic has a Google rating of 4.3/5 from 4 reviews. Opening hours and emergency or out-of-hours availability are not listed.
