Altadena pet owners are about 15 minutes south from South Pasadena Animal Hospital. Head down Fair Oaks Avenue through Pasadena and San Marino, and you'll arrive at our Main Street clinic in Alhambra before you know it. As a privately owned practice since 2023, we treat every pet — from Australian Shepherds to ball pythons — with the genuine, personal care your family deserves.
Located at 3116 W Main St in Alhambra, we're a straight shot south from Altadena via Fair Oaks Avenue through Pasadena. Street parking is right out front — no garages, no meters.
Altadena is home to nature lovers, hikers, and families with all kinds of animals. We treat reptiles, birds, rabbits, and small mammals right alongside dogs and cats — one of the only clinics in the area equipped to do so 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 in Alhambra, about 15 minutes south of Altadena. The most direct route is Fair Oaks Avenue south — it takes you straight through Pasadena and San Marino into Alhambra. You can also take Lake Avenue south and pick up Mission Road. Either way, it's a pleasant drive with street parking right out front.
Monday – Friday: 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM & 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Saturday – Sunday: Closed
We also proudly serve pet families in Alhambra, South Pasadena, Pasadena, and San Marino.
Altadena families tend to be outdoorsy, community-oriented, and thorough — and that's exactly the kind of client we love. When you walk in, our team will greet you and your pet by name and make sure you're comfortable before anything else happens.
Your veterinarian will do a complete nose-to-tail exam, go over your pet's history, diet, and lifestyle, and build a care plan that fits your situation. We don't rush visits. We explain what we find, walk through the options, and make sure you leave feeling confident about next steps — whether that's a vaccine update, a follow-up, or a prescription.
Whether you're bringing in a rescue dog from the Altadena foothills, a leopard gecko, or a senior cat, we treat every patient with the same careful attention. That's why Altadena pet owners keep making the drive down to our Main Street clinic.
South Pasadena Animal Hospital is located at 3116 W Main St in Alhambra, about 15 minutes south of Altadena via Fair Oaks Avenue. We treat dogs, cats, and a wide range of exotic pets and offer in-house diagnostics, surgery, and dental care all under one roof.
Yes. Our veterinarians see reptiles (bearded dragons, geckos, turtles, ball pythons), birds (cockatiels, parrots, finches), rabbits, guinea pigs, hamsters, and other small mammals. Finding exotic vet care near Altadena can be tough, and we're glad to be a resource for the community.
Take Fair Oaks Avenue south through Pasadena and San Marino — it runs directly into Alhambra. You can also take Lake Avenue south and connect to Mission Road heading west. Street parking is available right in front of our clinic at 3116 W Main St.
We're open Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM, with a lunch break from 1:00 to 2:00 PM. We're closed on weekends. For after-hours emergencies, we recommend contacting a local emergency animal hospital.
Our fees are published openly on our pricing page. We believe in transparent pricing with no surprise charges at checkout. We'll always walk you through costs before recommending any treatment.
No. We're independently owned and operated, led by Dr. Sylvia Chiang and Dr. Gina Navia. We're not affiliated with any corporate veterinary group, which means our decisions are always made with your pet's best interest in mind — not a corporate quota.
Our clinic is easy to reach from all parts of Altadena, including the areas around Altadena Town & Country Club, Christmas Tree Lane, Loma Alta Park, and the foothills near Millard Canyon. We also welcome pet families from Pasadena, South Pasadena, San Marino, and Alhambra. No matter where you are in the foothills, SPAH is 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're looking for a trusted veterinarian near Altadena, South Pasadena Animal Hospital is about 15 minutes south via Fair Oaks Avenue. Located at 3116 West Main Street in Alhambra, our clinic offers full-service veterinary care for dogs, cats, and exotic pets in a privately owned, non-corporate setting. Whether you live near Christmas Tree Lane, the Altadena foothills, or Loma Alta Park, getting to our clinic is a straightforward drive south.
Altadena is a community that values authenticity and independent businesses, and our practice reflects those same values. Led by Dr. Sylvia Chiang and Dr. Gina Navia, we treat every pet the way we'd want our own animals treated — thoroughly, honestly, and without rushing. We publish our pricing openly so there are no surprises, and we take time during every visit to answer questions and explain what we find.
One thing that makes us stand out for Altadena residents is our ability to care for exotic pets alongside traditional companions. We see reptiles, birds, rabbits, guinea pigs, and a range of small mammals that most clinics in the area aren't set up to handle. If you've ever struggled to find a qualified vet for an unusual pet in the Pasadena foothills area, we're here for exactly that.
From routine wellness exams and vaccinations to in-house diagnostics, dental cleanings, and soft tissue surgery, our full range of services means your pet rarely needs to be referred elsewhere. Altadena pet families who want quality care, honest communication, and a clinic that genuinely knows their animals have been choosing SPAH — and we'd love to welcome you too.