VCA Pacific Avenue Animal Hospital

Our Story

Welcome to VCA Pacific Avenue Animal Hospital! Compassionate Care for Pets and Their People.

At VCA Pacific Avenue Animal Hospital in Tacoma, we’re dedicated to helping pets live long, healthy, and happy lives. Our experienced team of six Veterinarians and 30 skilled support staff provide the highest standard of medical care — and an exceptional experience for pet owners.

Hometown Care at VCA Pacific Avenue Animal Hospital

While we currently care exclusively for dogs and cats, our services range from preventative wellness to urgent care, available six days a week.

Our Services Include:

  • Dentistry
  • Soft Tissue Surgery
  • Spays & Neuters
  • Urgent Care
  • Allergy Assessment & Treatment
  • Wellness Exams
  • Parasite Control
  • Vaccinations
  • Digital Radiographs
  • Outpatient Medical Treatment

We also offer our CareClub — an affordable, customizable monthly preventative care plan available for all patients. Ask us how to enroll!

Deep Roots in the Community

We're proud to be an active partner in the Tacoma community, working closely with humane societies, rescue groups, and local agencies. Over the past year alone, we've donated more than $380,000 in services, products, and sponsorships to support local pets and the people who love them.

Whether your pet needs a routine checkup or urgent medical attention, VCA Pacific Avenue is here to provide trusted care and support — every step of the way.

VCA Pacific Avenue Animal Hospital Associate with Small Dog
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VCA Pacific Avenue Animal Hospital Doctors Performing Surgery
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VCA Pacific Avenue Animal Hospital Associate with Small Dog
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VCA Pacific Avenue Animal Hospital Doctors Performing Surgery
Collage of Pets at VCA Pacific Avenue Animal Hospital
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.

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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