VCA Animal Hospitals

 This article is about the veterinary hospital network.
   For other uses, see VCA (disambiguation).

VCA Animal Hospitals is a network of veterinary hospitals in the United States and Canada. It provides a wide range of veterinary services, including primary care, specialty care, and emergency services. VCA is part of the Mars, Incorporated family of companies, which also includes other pet care brands.

History

VCA Animal Hospitals was founded in 1986 in Los Angeles, California. The company was established with the goal of creating a network of high-quality veterinary hospitals that could provide comprehensive care for pets. Over the years, VCA has grown significantly through the acquisition of individual veterinary practices and small hospital groups.

Services

VCA Animal Hospitals offer a variety of services to meet the needs of pets and their owners. These services include:

• Primary care: Routine check-ups, vaccinations, and preventive care.
• Specialty care: Advanced diagnostics and treatments in areas such as oncology, cardiology, and surgery.
• Emergency services: 24/7 emergency care for urgent medical situations.
• Pet boarding and grooming: Additional services to support pet owners.

Locations

VCA Animal Hospitals operates over 1,000 locations across the United States and Canada. Each hospital is staffed with experienced veterinarians and support staff who are dedicated to providing high-quality care.

Affiliations

VCA is part of the Mars, Incorporated family, which is known for its commitment to pet care. Mars also owns other well-known pet care brands, including Banfield Pet Hospital and BluePearl Specialty and Emergency Pet Hospital.

Related pages

• Veterinary medicine
• Mars, Incorporated
• Banfield Pet Hospital
• BluePearl Specialty and Emergency Pet Hospital