By VetsCompared
About Veterinary Care in Tacoma
Tacoma has 22 veterinary clinics, and the average Google rating across them is a solid 4.4 out of 5 from more than 9,000 reviews. There is plenty of choice for routine dog and cat care, but weekend availability is limited, so it helps to check opening times and urgent-care arrangements before you register.
Our Score compares visible clinics in this country. The transparency part of the score is how many services the clinic has published, measured against the highest number published by a visible clinic in the same country. This town is in United States.
Top 3 clinics (current town ranking table)
| Clinic | Our Score | Verified | Published prices |
|---|---|---|---|
| Animal Hospital Of Parkland | 40/100 | — | — |
| North End Pet Hospital | 40/100 | — | 2 |
| Metropolitan Veterinary Hospital | 40/100 | — | 1 |
For most dog and cat owners, Tacoma offers a strong starting point. There is enough choice among vets in Tacoma that you do not have to settle for the first clinic with an open appointment. The overall review picture points to generally dependable everyday care, and the focus here is on companion animals, so these options are most relevant for pets rather than farm or equine work. That means your choice can be about fit as much as convenience.
None of the Tacoma listings are verified yet, so check simple details like hours, services, and contact information directly with the clinic. No weekend openings appear in the current listings, and the listings also do not show late evening hours or confirmed 24-hour cover. Before you register, ask how the clinic handles urgent cases, who answers after-hours calls, and what happens if your pet needs help on a weekend.
A good next step is to shortlist two or three vets in Tacoma and contact them directly. Ask if they are taking new patients, how quickly they can usually see a sick pet, and whether you can request the same vet for follow-up visits. If your dog or cat is anxious, older, on regular medication, or has a long-term health problem, mention that early and listen to how clearly the team responds. The best match is often the clinic that explains things well, feels calm to deal with, and has appointment times and a location you can manage without extra stress.
Because Tacoma has a deep bank of reviews, read past the star rating. Look for repeated comments about kindness, clear explanations, waiting times, and how the team handles difficult moments such as surgery, ongoing illness, or end-of-life care. A few recent reviews with specific detail can tell you more than a perfect-looking score when you are choosing a vet for the long term.
Best Rated Veterinary Clinics in Tacoma, Washington
Top-ranked veterinary practices based on quality, service, and customer reviews
Our Score (40/100)
Animal Hospital Of Parkland is a small-animal veterinary clinic in Tacoma, Washington, located at 12212 Pacific Ave S. The clinic treats dogs and cats. Opening hours and emergency or out-of-hours availability are not listed.
Our Score (40/100)
North End Pet Hospital is a small-animal veterinary clinic in Tacoma, Washington, located at 3819 N 25th St. It treats dogs and cats. Recent comments describe patient handling for anxious pets, clear communication, and a thorough, kind...
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Our Score (40/100)
Metropolitan Veterinary Hospital is a small-animal veterinary clinic in Tacoma, Washington, located at 401 Fawcett Ave, Tacoma, WA 98402. It treats dogs and cats. Recent comments mention a transition after a longtime veterinarian retired,...
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Soundview Veterinary Hospital is a small-animal clinic in Tacoma, Washington, located at 2719 N Pearl St, Tacoma, WA 98407. The clinic is listed as treating dogs and cats. Google reviewers commonly describe the team as caring,...
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Commencement Bay Animal Hospital is a small-animal veterinary clinic in Tacoma, Washington, located at 3511 6th Ave. The clinic reports treating dogs and cats. Public feedback is mixed, with some pet owners describing thorough care and...
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More Veterinary Practices in Tacoma
Additional veterinary clinics serving the area
Vca Parkway Animal Hospital is a small-animal veterinary clinic in Tacoma, Washington, located at 14107 Pacific Ave S. It treats dogs and cats. Recent reviews describe generally friendly, helpful staff, with some mixed feedback around cost.
Northwest Spay & Neuter Center is a veterinary clinic in Tacoma, Washington, located at 6401 Pacific Ave, Tacoma, WA 98408. It has a 4.5/5 Google rating from 1,628 reviews. Recent comments describe efficient visits and staff who...
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Tacoma Animal Hospital is a small-animal veterinary clinic in Tacoma, Washington, located at 4806 Center St B. It treats dogs and cats. Public reviews commonly mention compassionate care, including support with serious illness and...
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Union Avenue Veterinary Hospital is a veterinary clinic in Tacoma, Washington, located at 3322 S Union Ave, Tacoma, WA 98409. Its Google rating is 4.5/5 from 514 reviews. Recent written feedback specifically mentions care for dogs, with...
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Avenue Veterinary Clinic is a veterinary clinic in Tacoma, Washington, located at 5039 Pacific Ave, Tacoma, WA 98408. It can be reached by phone at +1 253-472-3359 and has a website at https://www.avevetclinic.com/. On Google, it is rated...
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Button Veterinary Hospital is a veterinary clinic in Tacoma, Washington located at 5608 S Durango St. On Google it has a 4.6/5 rating from 348 reviews. Recent feedback mentions kind, knowledgeable care for dogs, alongside a complaint about...
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Browns Point Veterinary Clinic is a veterinary clinic in Tacoma, Washington, located at 6720 East Side Dr NE #4. On Google it has a 4.7/5 rating from 145 reviews. Recent comments describe a friendly staff and long-term relationships with...
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Tacoma Equine Hospital is an equine veterinary clinic in Tacoma, Washington, located at 3112 156th St E, Tacoma, WA 98446. It is reviewed on Google at 5.0/5 with 39 total reviews. Recent feedback describes both emergency responsiveness and...
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Summit Veterinary Referral Center is a veterinary clinic in Tacoma, Washington, located at 2505 S 80th St, Tacoma, WA 98409. On Google, it has a 4.0/5 rating from 1,062 reviews. Recent reviews describe care for both dogs and cats.
Our Score (30/100)
Vca Pacific Avenue Animal Hospital is a small-animal veterinary clinic in Tacoma, Washington, located at 10234 Pacific Ave S. It treats dogs and cats. Google reviewers describe a mix of positive experiences with care and some frustration...
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Affordable Animal Hospital is a small-animal veterinary clinic in Tacoma, Washington, located at 2615 6th Ave. It treats dogs and cats. Public feedback is mixed, with repeated comments about front-desk communication alongside occasional...
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Dr Danielle Jensen is a veterinary clinic located in Tacoma, Washington. The listed address is 5608 S Durango St, Tacoma, WA 98409, USA. A phone number is available at +1 253-383-5531, and the website listed is http://buttonvet.com/.
Dr. Anthony Brown is a veterinary practice located at 3819 N 25th St, Tacoma, WA 98406. Public information lists a single Google review with a 5.0/5 rating. Details such as opening hours, animals treated, and emergency availability are not...
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Westgate Animal Hospital is a small-animal veterinary clinic in Tacoma, Washington that treats dogs and cats. Online ratings show a 3.4/5 average on Google from 92 reviews. Recent feedback describes both quick access for urgent situations...
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Petco Vaccination Clinic is located at 4028 Tacoma Mall Blvd in Tacoma, Washington. It is associated with the Petco store network and offers vaccine-focused pet services. On Google, it is rated 4.6/5 from 10 reviews.
