Covina pet owners have a full-service veterinary clinic just 15 minutes away. Take the I-10 westbound, exit at Fremont Avenue, and you'll find South Pasadena Animal Hospital at 3116 W Main St in Alhambra. Dogs, cats, reptiles, birds — we see them all. And unlike the big corporate clinics, we keep our schedule unhurried so every patient gets the time they deserve.
Our clinic at 3116 W Main St in Alhambra is a direct westbound drive from Covina. Exit Fremont Avenue, head north, turn right on Main Street — and street parking is waiting right out front. No parking structures, no meters.
Finding a vet near Covina who can treat reptiles, birds, rabbits, and guinea pigs alongside dogs and cats takes some searching. SPAH is one of the few practices in the region equipped to handle all of them — no referral, no additional drive.
We post our fees online so there's never a sticker shock at checkout. Know what you're paying before you arrive and focus on your pet, not your wallet. See our prices.
Co-founded by Dr. Sylvia Chiang and Dr. Gina Navia, SPAH is an independent practice — not a chain. We remember your pet's name between visits, and we're never in too much of a rush to answer your questions.
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
We're at 3116 W Main St in Alhambra, about 15 minutes west of Covina on the I-10. Whether you're starting from downtown Covina near Citrus Avenue, the Covina Park area, the Charter Oak High School neighborhood, or the Foothill Transit corridor, the I-10 gets you to us in a straight shot. Exit at Fremont Avenue and head north to Main Street. Prefer surface streets? Take Covina Blvd west to Garvey Avenue, then continue west into Alhambra — it's a pleasant drive through the valley. Street parking is available directly in front of the clinic, so you won't need to circle the block.
Monday – Friday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM & 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Saturday – Sunday: Closed
Our Main Street clinic is centrally located — a quick drive from every community below.
Driving 15 minutes to try a new clinic is a commitment, and we want every minute of that drive to be worth it. When you and your pet arrive at SPAH, our front desk team will have your appointment ready, greet your pet by name, and make sure you both feel at ease before the exam begins.
Your veterinarian will perform a complete physical examination — weight, heart, lungs, teeth, skin, eyes, ears, and overall body condition. We take the time to sit down with you and go through your pet's history, diet, and any concerns you've noticed at home. It's a real conversation, not a rushed consultation. From there, we put together a care plan that fits both your pet's health needs and your budget, and we walk you through every recommendation before anything is scheduled or charged.
Whether you're bringing a new puppy from the Charter Oak area, a senior cat from downtown Covina, or a cockatiel who's been acting lethargic, our team treats every animal with curiosity and care. We want you to leave knowing exactly what's going on and confident in the plan. That commitment to clear communication is what keeps Covina pet families coming back to SPAH long after their first visit.
South Pasadena Animal Hospital is located at 3116 W Main St in Alhambra, about 15 minutes west of Covina via the I-10. We offer a full range of services for dogs, cats, and exotic pets, with pricing published upfront and a privately owned, non-corporate approach to care.
No — we work by appointment only and do not accept walk-ins. This allows our team to give every patient proper attention rather than rushing through a stack of unscheduled drop-ins. To book, call (626) 441-1314 or schedule online. Same-day slots may be available if you reach us in the morning.
Our veterinarians treat a wide variety of exotic animals, including reptiles (bearded dragons, leopard geckos, tortoises, ball pythons), birds (parrots, cockatiels, conures), rabbits, guinea pigs, hamsters, and other small mammals. If you've been looking for an exotic vet near Covina without much luck, SPAH is one of the closest qualified options in the region.
All of our exam fees and service prices are posted on our pricing page. We want you to know what to expect before you arrive — and we'll always discuss costs with you before recommending any additional treatment. No hidden fees, no surprises.
We're open Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM and 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM. The clinic is closed on Saturdays and Sundays. If your pet has a weekend or after-hours emergency, we recommend contacting a 24-hour emergency animal hospital in the Los Angeles area.
The fastest route is to take the I-10 westbound from Covina and exit at Fremont Avenue. Head north on Fremont and turn right on Main Street — we're at number 3116. If you prefer surface streets, take Covina Blvd west to Garvey Avenue, then follow Garvey west into Alhambra. Both routes take approximately 15 minutes in normal traffic.
Our clinic on Main Street is just a freeway exit away from neighborhoods throughout Covina, including the areas around Covina Park, downtown Covina on Citrus Avenue, the Charter Oak High School corridor, the Covina Valley Unified School District area, and the Foothill Transit stops along the I-10 corridor. Whether you live in a quiet residential street near the Covina Valley Historical Society area or closer to Azusa or Glendora, the drive to SPAH is genuinely manageable. We also welcome families from nearby cities including West Covina, El Monte, San Gabriel, and Alhambra. Wherever you're coming from along the eastern SGV, you'll find a warm welcome and unhurried care at SPAH.
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've been searching for a reliable veterinarian near Covina, South Pasadena Animal Hospital is about 15 minutes west on the I-10. We're located at 3116 W Main Street in Alhambra — easily reachable from anywhere in Covina, whether you're coming from the Citrus Avenue shopping district, the neighborhoods near Covina Park, or the Charter Oak corridor closer to the Azusa border. For Covina pet owners who've grown tired of crowded waiting rooms and rushed appointments at large veterinary networks, SPAH offers something different: a small, privately owned practice where the doctors actually have time for you.
Covina is a diverse community with a wide range of pet owners, and our clinic is built to serve all of them. We see dogs and cats of every breed and life stage, from eight-week-old kittens to geriatric Labrador retrievers. But one of the things that truly sets SPAH apart is our commitment to exotic animal medicine. Our veterinarians regularly see reptiles, birds, rabbits, guinea pigs, hamsters, and other small mammals — animals that most traditional veterinary practices in the I-10 corridor aren't equipped to treat. If you've got a bearded dragon, a cockatiel, or a pair of guinea pigs who need care, we're one of the closest qualified options to Covina. And because we publish our full fee schedule online, you'll always know what to expect before your appointment.
Getting to our clinic from Covina takes about 15 minutes. The most direct route is the I-10 westbound to the Fremont Avenue exit — head north, turn right on Main Street, and we're at 3116. Prefer to stay off the freeway? Take Covina Blvd west to Garvey Avenue and follow Garvey through Baldwin Park and El Monte into Alhambra. There's street parking right in front of the clinic, so arrival is always straightforward.
Dr. Sylvia Chiang and Dr. Gina Navia co-founded SPAH with a clear vision: build a practice where every patient receives genuinely personal care and every client leaves feeling heard. That means we take the time to explain diagnoses in plain language, walk through treatment options without pressure, and answer every question — even the ones you almost didn't ask. You can learn more about our founders and our approach on our about page.
Our full range of services covers annual wellness exams, vaccinations, dental cleanings, in-house bloodwork, X-rays, and soft tissue surgery — everything most pets need throughout their lives, all in one place. Covina families who make the short I-10 drive to SPAH regularly tell us the difference is immediately obvious. We'd love to show you the same. Reach out or book online to schedule your first visit.
As a full-service animal hospital serving the Covina area, we provide care for pets at every stage of life. Annual wellness exams are the foundation — at each visit, our team performs a thorough physical, updates vaccinations, screens for early disease signs, and discusses diet, behavior, and lifestyle changes you've noticed at home. Preventive care almost always costs less and produces better outcomes than waiting for a problem to become serious.
Vaccinations are consistently one of the top reasons Covina families visit our clinic. We carry core vaccines for dogs and cats as well as lifestyle vaccines tailored to your pet's risk factors. Dental care is another major category: most dogs and cats show meaningful signs of periodontal disease before age three, and a professional cleaning can prevent painful tooth loss and systemic infection. Our services page details every procedure we offer.
Skin and allergy issues are extremely common in the San Gabriel Valley's dry climate, and we frequently see dogs and cats from Covina who are dealing with chronic itching, ear infections, and hot spots. Our team works with each family to identify triggers and build practical management plans for the long term. And for Covina residents with exotic pets, we're one of the few practices in the eastern SGV who can provide thorough wellness and sick-visit care for reptiles, birds, and small mammals. Whatever your pet needs, our team is ready.