Veterinarians in Palm Springs, CA

“Everyone I have encountered so far has been friendly and very helpful. It was Bowie’s first time at the vets and the vet assistant and doctor were both wonderful with him. I felt very comfortable asking questions and was pleased with the answers I received. We will be bringing him back in for his dental care and bringing our other cat, Oliver, in for a check up as well. Thanks so much, so far, for a positive experience.”

“We took a hamster for Esperanza's sanctuary in for her leg to be looked at and make sure she was healthy and the vet staff was fabulous with her and we were a part of the plan for treatment. The atmosphere was calm compared to other VCA facilities I have been in and the Dr.Horwitz was awesome with our patient and my small human who loves that hamster. She came highly recommended by another vet in the valley as well. Here she is taking her meds happily.”

“I'm baffled by some of the bad reviews because I have had nothing but the best experience and service from VCA Desert Hospital. I'm not friends/family with anyone that works there so my experience and review is purely as a paying client.

My dog was into her senior years when I started coming to VCA and I enrolled her in the Care Club. I realize this may not be an option for some people, but it's such good preventative care and it amortizes costs which takes the sting out of routine pet visits since I paid a reasonable amount monthly. I truly saved money in the long run. It made dental care affordable and all the exams, blood work, x-rays, and vaccines are included.

When I had problems with a prescription I ordered through the mail order service (which is part of VCA corporate but isn't run by the pharmacy at the Desert Hospital) two different employees (sorry I don't remember your names) called me to help troubleshoot the issue and address my issue.

A couple of times when I needed to bring my dog in immediately, I was able to call ahead and they would call me if something opened up and it always did. They would squeeze me in same day. So sometimes when I had an appointment, and they had emergencies, I didn't mind waiting longer since I knew if it was my dog, I would get that priority treatment for an emergency as well.

I recently had to euthanize my dog and the care and compassion I received was wonderful. Also, I didn't know what expect when I chose a private cremation and the company they work with, Above & Beyond Pet Cremations, was beyond amazing (I wrote a review for them too). The whole presentation of my pet's remains was bespoke and lovely and VCA included a sweet handwritten card.

Overall, I find the staff to be warm, personable, attentive, and professional. They really do care about their patient animals. The facility is clean and well-maintained. They even name each of the examination rooms after a U.S. state. And I've never had an issue with not having my pet's needs met. It has been high quality care, through and through.

A huge thank you to Dr. Koodrich and the entire staff that took care of my dog over the last three-and-a-half years. You really did provide her with a better quality of life to the end. Thank you.”

“Hands down the most amazing vet I’ve been to. I took my cat Leo in due to a bladder obstruction. Doctor was very upfront about every part and knowing it could reobstruct. We decided to do treatment. We made it home after treatment and he’s on his new diet. Not only did I get a follow up from staff in the morning the next day. I received a call later from the doctor. Thank you for kindness! I can’t thank you guys enough. My animals are like my babies!”