1. Alicia Pet Care Center
25800 Jeronimo Road, Suite 100, Mission Viejo; 949-768-1313; mypetsdr.com
Alicia Pet Care Center has again topped the readers’ poll for the county’s best pet clinic because the family owned, state-of-the-art full-service veterinary hospital values compassionate problem-solving through a pragmatic approach to pet care.
“Our dedicated team is a formidable ally for your pet’s improved health,” says Dr. Matthew Wheaton, owner and chief of staff. “We band together through compassion and efficient problem-solving to get down to the bottom of things as quickly as possible to ensure good outcomes.”
The center offers up-to-date diagnostics and therapies including laparoscopic surgery, laser therapy and cutting-edge diagnostic testing. Four doctors practice acupuncture, which complements other integrative therapies like stem cell treatments, platelet-rich plasma therapy and pulsed electromagnetic frequency therapy. The clinic also offers routine services like wellness and preventive treatments, spay and neuter, and dental care.
Google reviewer Janelle says the center provided “excellent service. I truly appreciate how comfortable they tried making Winston feel, though he was scared. The vet tech was wonderful, so sweet and gave amazing service. I truly feel comfortable leaving my dog in your care, and that means the world to me because he is my whole world.”
Richard says the center has “a calming feel with its decor,” and staff were “attentive to both my pup and myself.”
— Shawn Price
2. Sendero Animal Hospital
30703 Gateway Place, Rancho Mission Viejo; 949-226-5597; senderoah.com
Sendero Animal Hospital is built on owner Dr. Louis Mauna’s dedication to compassionate care for animals.
Sendero offers puppy and kitten vaccination plans, junior and senior pet wellness plans, an online pet pharmacy, and in-house lab for prompt analysis of blood samples, urinalysis, and diagnostic imaging; radiology, ultrasound, ER and a full surgical suite. Online new client and drop off forms are also available.
“Henry has been going there since this office opened,” says Laura in her Google review. “He loved all the staff and Dr. Mauna very much. We always found the right treatment plan for all his health needs and everything was clearly communicated. I was always able to reach someone by phone and had the doctors get back to me in a timely fashion. Appointments were routinely on time and the office is nice and clean. We love you Sendero.”
3. Alpine Animal Hospital
841 E. Whittier Blvd., La Habra; 562-694-3696
Alpine Animal Hospital is an under-the-radar veterinary office that provides no-nonsense care, with a devoted following to main vet, Hong Kim.
“Dr. Kim is the best in the business,” says Dylan V. in his Yelp review. “He has a passion for veterinary services like I’ve never seen before. Dr. Kim is straight to the point.”
Ashley B. of Orange says, “Dr. Kim is a master at his craft. My yellow lab had a large tumor on her shoulder and needed surgery. Dr Kim performed the surgery immediately. While not the most conventional veterinarian, his knowledge and genuine care for your animal is next level. There is no up-sell. He loves the animals and wants to fix them. So grateful to have found him and to have my dog happy and healthy again.”
