VCA Animal Specialty Group
3.5 (440) 4641 Colorado Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90039, USAHours:
Monday: Open 24 hours
Tuesday: Open 24 hours
Wednesday: Open 24 hours
Thursday: Open 24 hours
Friday: Open 24 hours
Saturday: Open 24 hours
Sunday: Open 24 hours
How to Save Money at VCA Animal Specialty Group
Schedule Regular Vet Visits
One of the best ways to save on vet bills is to prevent expensive health issues before they develop. By scheduling regular wellness checkups, your vet can detect health issues early, helping you to avoid costly treatments and surgeries down the road.
Price Shop for Pet Prescriptions
Oftentimes our fur babies are prescribed human drugs off-label. Your vet is apt to charge more for these medications than you would pay at your local pharmacy. In fact, big-box or chain pharmacies can offer steep discounts. So it’s best to price shop.
Pet Insurance
Most pet insurance providers will pay between 80% and 90% of the vet bill. You can even get coverage for routine care and things like vaccinations and dental cleanings. If you do the math, you’ll most likely find that pet insurance makes financial sense in the long run as well as gives you peace of mind.
How Do You Choose the Right Pet Insurance Provider?
Pet Insurance Review makes it incredibly easy for pet parents to select an insurance provider they feel good about. You can use our handy comparison tool to get the gist of what a company offers. We’ve also collected over 150,000 reviews of insurance companies from real pet parents like you to rank the top providers in the market. Here is the current ranking of each:
| Rating | Provider | Total Review |
|---|---|---|
| 4.5 | AKC | 1,797 |
| 4.5 | ASPCA | 12,110 |
| 4.9 | Embrace | 19,785 |
| 4.9 | Fetch | 5,400 |
| 4.1 | Figo | 2,832 |
| 4.5 | Hartville | 179 |
| 4.9 | Healthy Paws | 11,071 |
| 4.8 | Lemonade | 822 |
| 4.6 | ManyPets | 2,413 |
| 4.7 | MetLife | 8,716 |
| 4.8 | Nationwide | 24,889 |
| 3.9 | Pet Assure | 15 |
| 4.3 | PetPartners | 121 |
| 4.9 | Pets Best | 8,940 |
| 4.8 | Pumpkin | 3,153 |
| 4.6 | Spot | 10,949 |
| 4.9 | Trupanion | 55,032 |
| 4.8 | Prudent Pet | 2,695 |
| 4.5 | Adoro | 6 |
Or, you can simply get a fast quote from multiple providers and go from there.
Thinking of insuring your pet?
Get Quotes & CompareGetting to Know Your New Vet: Essential Questions to Ask
Choosing a new veterinarian is an important decision for any pet owner. You want to find someone who is competent, compassionate, and a good fit for you and your fur baby. To help you get the most out of your first appointment, here's a list of essential questions to ask your new vet:
Tell me about your experience with [pet type].
Different vets have different areas of specialization. Some are experts with cats, some dogs, some pocket pets, and some horses. Knowing that your vet has vast experience treating your specific type of pet can bring you peace of mind.
How do you handle emergencies?
You must know what to do in case of a pet medical emergency. Inquire what after-hours policy the clinic has, whether they have on-site emergency care available, and if they have a relationship with any nearby emergency animal hospitals.
How do you communicate with pet owners?
Good communication is key to building a trusting relationship with your vet. Ask how they prefer to communicate (phone calls, emails, online portal) and how often you can expect to hear from them.
Are there any breed-specific health concerns I should be aware of?
Some breeds are predisposed to certain health conditions. Knowing what to watch out for can help you catch problems early and get your pet the treatment they need.
Do you have any questions for me about my pet?
This is a great question to ask because the answer will show that the vet is interested in getting to know your pet as an individual and is willing to listen to your concerns.
Bonus question: Can I take a tour of your facility?
Getting a feel for the clinic's environment can help you and your pet feel more comfortable during your visits. Remember, you’re not just looking for a veterinarian, you’re looking for a partnership. Do not be afraid to ask these questions and any others you can think of. Any vet worth their salt will be happy to answer them. Because the more informed you are, the better equipped you'll be to make decisions about your pet's care! And that should be every vet’s top priority.
Reviews from Google
I went to VCA last night at midnight with a lot of fear about the condition of my cat. every single person there was kind, empathetic and supportive. The women at the front were gentle and kind and answered all my questions, the vet was very informative and I could tell she really cared about what was wrong with my cat. She answer my million questions very in depth and helped me understand what was going on. She spotted a few issues that I will now be able to address with my cats health going forward and helped make him comfortable as soon as she could. He is okay! and is now at home healing from the spine/tail pain he was experiencing. Even the man who came to take my cat to the vet was very kind and empathetic. I’ve been to cold vets office where I don’t feel like the staff really care that much about me or my cat. This place is the opposite. They even write the pets names on the room they are in with a little heart. (every single room I saw with a name had a heart) The prices were definitely emergency room prices but not as bad as I thought they were going to be. and the women at the front even helped my find a coupon on the VCA website to help with the cost. Thank you VCA for being so kind and supportive during a really hard night. I feel lucky that I live so close and will be using this place as my emergency vet if (god forbid) I ever need to again.
posted: 11/02/2025
My boy Urson is being treated by internal medicine here. We are so grateful because we found out through their recommended testing/endoscopy that he has GI small cell lymphoma (cancer). The doctor immediately prescribed his oral chemotherapy when the biopsy results came back positive and we have been very pleased with the communication and how caring the team is. Dr. Rhonda Schulman is an expert and she takes the time to explain everything and answer all our questions. We’re very involved in his health and we appreciate the time the doctor takes to hear all our concerns regarding multivitamins and supplements in addition to his core treatment. Thank you for taking care of our boy!
posted: 11/20/2025
I had to bring my cat in for an emergency visit and the experience was genuinely great. Dr. Mason took so much time explaining the possible causes and treatment options, more thoroughly than most doctors I’ve seen for my own care. My cat was treated with real care and attention the entire time, and I really appreciated the follow up phone call afterward to check on how he was doing. The facility was clean, welcoming, and as comfortable as a vet environment can be. I left feeling confident that my cat was in very good hands
posted: 01/15/2026
VCA Animal Specialty Group has taken care of so many of my pets. I have had a special relationship with them for many years and I know that I can always trust them to care for my pets. Most recently my Great Dane puppy Charlie ate something she shouldn’t have and needed surgery. I’m so thankful for the surgical team and all those that cared for her. I’m forever grateful for how they helped Charlie and my family.
posted: 10/21/2025
Huge thanks to Dr. Collins for the outstanding care and support she gave our family Rottweiler. We were facing some serious issues and didn’t receive much help from another practice—but Dr. Collins stepped in, worked closely with us and our pup, and followed up with incredible advice and compassion. Her expertise and clear guidance made all the difference, and we truly believe things wouldn’t have turned around without her. We’re so grateful for her dedication. Highly recommend asking for Dr. Collins every time—she’s amazing!
posted: 07/17/2025
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