South Pasadena Animal Hospital sits right on Main Street in the heart of Alhambra, making quality veterinary care as convenient as a trip to your favorite local restaurant. As a trusted Alhambra animal hospital since 2023, we've been proud to care for the community's dogs, cats, and exotic pets — from bearded dragons to cockatiels — with the personal attention that only a privately owned practice can offer.
Located at 3116 W Main St, we're in the heart of Alhambra — no long drives across town, no fighting freeway traffic. Just walk in or find easy street parking right outside our door.
Finding a vet in Alhambra who treats reptiles, birds, rabbits, and small mammals alongside dogs and cats isn't easy. At SPAH, we're one of the few local clinics equipped to care for all of them under one roof.
No surprises at checkout. We publish our prices upfront so you can plan ahead and focus on what matters — your pet's health. View our prices.
We're not a corporate chain and never will be. Led by Dr. Sylvia Chiang and Dr. Gina Navia, our team knows your pet by name and treats every visit like it matters — because it does.
Comprehensive annual checkups for every species
Core and lifestyle vaccines for dogs and cats
Reptiles, birds, rabbits, and small mammals
Soft tissue procedures with careful monitoring
Cleanings, extractions, and oral health exams
In-house bloodwork, X-rays, and lab testing
You'll find us at 3116 W Main St, just west of the Fremont Avenue intersection in Alhambra. Whether you're coming from the shops along Main Street, grabbing boba on Valley Boulevard, or heading over from Almansor Park, our clinic is an easy, central stop. Street parking is available right out front.
Monday – Friday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM & 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Saturday – Sunday: Closed
We also proudly serve pet families in South Pasadena, Highland Park, and San Gabriel.
Walking into a new veterinary clinic can feel overwhelming, but at our Alhambra animal hospital, we make sure every first visit starts with a warm, stress-free welcome. Our front desk team will greet you and your pet by name and help you get settled while we review any medical records you've brought along.
Your veterinarian will then conduct a thorough nose-to-tail physical examination, taking the time to check your pet's weight, heart, lungs, teeth, skin, and overall condition. We'll sit down with you to discuss your pet's medical history, diet, behavior, and lifestyle so we can build a personalized care plan that fits both your pet's needs and your budget. Whether you're bringing in a new puppy, an aging cat, or a bearded dragon you just adopted from a rescue in Alhambra, our team treats every animal with patience and genuine compassion.
Before you leave, we'll walk you through our recommendations, answer every question, and make sure you feel confident about the next steps. That personal approach is exactly why pet owners across Alhambra keep coming back to SPAH.
South Pasadena Animal Hospital is located at 3116 W Main St in Alhambra, just west of Fremont Avenue. We're rated 4.5 stars by over 235 pet owners and are one of the only clinics in the area that treats both traditional and exotic pets under one roof.
We recommend scheduling an appointment online or by calling (626) 441-1314 to ensure your pet is seen promptly. However, we do our best to accommodate same-day requests when availability allows, so don't hesitate to call us.
Our veterinarians care for a wide range of exotic animals including reptiles (bearded dragons, geckos, turtles), birds (cockatiels, parrots, finches), rabbits, guinea pigs, hamsters, and other small mammals. Finding an exotic vet near Alhambra can be difficult, and we're proud to be a go-to resource for the community.
Our wellness exam fees and service prices are published on our pricing page so you can plan ahead. We believe in transparent pricing with no surprise charges, and we'll always discuss costs before recommending any treatment.
Currently, we are open Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM and 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM (closed for lunch 1–2 PM). We are closed on Saturdays and Sundays. For after-hours emergencies, we recommend contacting an emergency animal hospital in the area.
SPAH is not a 24-hour emergency facility. During business hours, we can assess and stabilize urgent cases and will refer to a nearby emergency hospital if overnight or critical care is needed. If your pet has an emergency outside our hours, please go to the nearest emergency veterinary clinic right away.
Our clinic on Main Street is centrally located and easy to reach from neighborhoods throughout Alhambra, including Emery Park, Ramona Park, Midwick Tract, the Granada Park area, downtown Alhambra, and the Main Street corridor. We also welcome pet families from nearby cities such as San Gabriel, Monterey Park, Rosemead, and South Pasadena. No matter which part of the San Gabriel Valley you call home, SPAH is just a short drive away.
Schedule your pet's appointment online in under a minute, or give us a call and our team will find a time that works for you.
If you have been searching for a trusted veterinarian in Alhambra, South Pasadena Animal Hospital is right here on Main Street in the heart of the community. Located at 3116 West Main Street, our Alhambra animal hospital sits just blocks from the Alhambra Civic Center and the bustling shops and restaurants along Main Street and Valley Boulevard. Whether you live near Almansor Park, the Granada Park neighborhood, or along the Garfield Avenue corridor, getting quality veterinary care for your pet has never been more convenient.
Pet owners throughout Alhambra choose SPAH because we combine the personal attention of a privately-owned vet clinic with a full range of modern veterinary services. From puppy and kitten wellness visits to senior pet care, dental cleanings, and even exotic animal medicine, our team treats every patient like family. We believe in transparent, upfront communication, which is why our pricing is published online so you always know what to expect before you walk through the door.
Our clinic is easy to reach from anywhere in Alhambra and the surrounding San Gabriel Valley. If you are coming from downtown Alhambra near The Granada or the Regal Edwards Alhambra Renaissance, we are just a few minutes west on Main Street. Drivers from neighborhoods closer to the 10 freeway or the 710 can hop off and reach us in under five minutes. We are also a popular choice as an Alhambra pet hospital for families in neighboring Monterey Park, Rosemead, San Gabriel, and Temple City who appreciate our central location and easy parking.
What sets our vet clinic in Alhambra apart is our genuine commitment to building long-term relationships with our patients and their people. Our veterinarians take the time to explain diagnoses, walk through treatment options, and answer every question. We know that choosing an animal hospital in Alhambra is a big decision, and we want you to feel confident and comfortable every step of the way. You can learn more about our veterinarians and support staff on our about page.
Ready to see why so many Alhambra pet owners trust SPAH with their cats, dogs, rabbits, and reptiles? Get in touch to schedule your first visit or book an appointment online. We look forward to welcoming you and your pet to our Main Street clinic.
As a full-service animal hospital in Alhambra, we see pets for a wide variety of needs throughout the year. Annual wellness exams are the foundation of preventive care, and we recommend them for pets of all ages. During these visits, our Alhambra vet team performs a thorough nose-to-tail physical, updates vaccinations, and screens for common health concerns before they become serious.
Vaccinations are another top reason pet owners visit our clinic. We offer core vaccines for dogs and cats as well as lifestyle-based vaccines tailored to your pet's risk factors. Dental cleanings are one of the most requested services at our practice. Many pet owners are surprised to learn that dental disease affects the majority of dogs and cats over age three, and a professional cleaning under anesthesia can prevent painful infections and tooth loss down the road.
Skin allergies are extremely common in Southern California pets, and our team frequently helps Alhambra dogs and cats who are dealing with itching, hot spots, and ear infections related to environmental or food allergies. We work with each family to identify triggers and build a management plan that keeps their pet comfortable year-round. We also welcome exotic pets including rabbits, guinea pigs, reptiles, and birds for wellness checkups and sick visits, making us one of the few veterinary clinics in the Alhambra area equipped to care for non-traditional companions.