VCA 4 Paws Animal Hospital

Our Story

At VCA 4 Paws Animal Hospital, our mission is to help pets live long, healthy, and happy lives. We’re dedicated to providing exceptional medical care for pets while delivering a compassionate, seamless experience for their owners.

Our team of veterinarians, technicians, and support staff are trained to the highest standards. Their expertise in the latest treatments, procedures, and medications ensures every patient receives outstanding preventive and medical care.

Hometown Care at VCA 4 Paws Animal Hospital

Personalized Care with Advanced Medicine

Proudly serving the San Diego, CA community, VCA 4 Paws Animal Hospital is your trusted partner in comprehensive veterinary care. We believe in a whole-pet approach—combining advanced technology with genuine compassion to deliver the best outcomes.

We are committed to client education, helping pet owners make informed decisions about nutrition, exercise, and preventive care. Above all, we treat every pet with the loving care and attention they deserve—whether during a routine check-up or a complex surgical procedure.

Advanced Services We Offer:

  • Laser Therapy - Effective for arthritis, degenerative joint disease, hip dysplasia, general pain management, post-surgical recovery, hot spots, lick granulomas, ear infections, and more.
  • Video Otoscopy - A cutting-edge tool that allows us to clearly visualize, clean, and treat conditions within the ear canal.
  • Video Rhinoscopy - Enables precise examination, biopsy, and removal of foreign objects from the nasal passages.

We’re proud to bring the latest advancements in veterinary medicine to the pets and families of our community.

Accreditations & Affiliations
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Affiliations Partner AAHA
American Animal Hospital Association

The American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA) sets the standard for quality veterinary care for companion animals. As an accredited hospital, we voluntarily uphold the Association's high standards in 18 different areas and are routinely evaluated on over 900 different standards of veterinary care. Not all animal hospitals are accredited, and we are proud to be amongst only 12-15% of veterinary hospitals that hold this honor.

In Our Community

We harness the scale and strength of our global network while acknowledging each individual's contribution. We work locally to improve the lives of all who interact with our brand.


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  • ASPCA Poison Control Hotline

    ASPCA Poison Control Center Hotline

    The ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center is staffed 24 hours with veterinary health professionals who have been specially trained in veterinary toxicology. If you think that your pet may have ingested a potentially poisonous substance, call the ASPCA 24 hour emergency Animal Poison Control Center hotline at (888) 426-4435.

Helpful Resources

Lionbridge provides over-the-phone and video interpretation services for non-English-speaking and American Sign Language (ASL) clients. In real time, veterinary providers can enlist an expert Lionbridge interpreter to facilitate a clear exchange of information between themselves and clients. Lionbridge’s on-demand, remote interpretation services enable effective and accurate communication with clients. This service empowers clients to be heard and spoken to in their own language, which in turn facilitates a deeper understanding of the care your pet needs.  

Learn more about Lionbridge’s interpretation services: https://www.lionbridge.com/content-transformation-services/interpretation-services/.

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