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Cabrillo Pet Hospital is the only Pet Hospital in Point Loma and Ocean Beach that is certified by the respected American Animal Hospital Association. We offer affordable state of the art care for your pets and is the only place in Point Loma and Ocean Beach that has a combined pet store, pet boarding Facility, and doggie daycare center all in one.

And combined, Cabrillo has an experienced medical team that has worked together longer than any other in the neighborhood.

At Kensington Veterinary Hospital we promise to offer your pet the highest quality of integrative, individualized, progressive health care. We blend holistic care with the best of conventional care, customized to the individual patient's needs. We promise to always listen to your concerns thoroughly and compassionately so that we may work in partnership with you to address your pet's health care needs. Our goal is to educate you so that together we can make the best decisions regarding your pet's health and well-being. We hope that your experience with us will make you and your pet feel like part of our extended Kensington Veterinary Hospital family.

Our Commitment to You

Our veterinarians promise to listen to your concerns, to explain your pet's treatment options in a language you can understand, and to respect your time, your budget, and your love for your pet. We are committed to caring for your pet as an important member of your family.

Our Location
We are conveniently located in the Clairemont Town Square Shopping Center - across from Pick Up Stix and in the same building as Mission Federal Credit Union, right next to Denny's. Although our zip code is 92117, our vets have been caring for dogs and cats in the greater Clairemont area (University City, Bay Park, Kearny Mesa, Linda Vista, and La Jolla zip codes) for many years. We have clients that travel from Escondido, Chula Vista, and even Orange County to bring their precious pets to us for care.


AAHA stands for the American Animal Hospital Association. Founded in 1933, this is the only organization that provides accreditation for veterinary practices throughout North America. Our hospital is continually evaluated on over 900 standards covering areas such as patient care, anesthesiology, surgery, dentistry, laboratory, pain management, customer service and pharmacy. By following the strict standards required by AAHA, you can rest assured that your pet will receive the very best in veterinary medicine. Only 14% of small animal hospitals in North America are accredited. We have been accredited since 1995. You, as the consumer, have the right to ask questions about AAHA accreditation before you choose the hospitals to care for your pets. For more information about AAHA, please click on the AAHA logo.


Our Staff

We've been serving our community from this location since 1973. Dr. Hardy purchased the practice in 1986. He is still practicing, along with colleagues Dr. Vickie Swarowski & Dr. Corey Cole. The nursing staff is a group of dedicated, compassionate veterinary professionals, led by our RVT Nicole.

We are delighted to be your neighbor and will continue to care for your pets and support the Clairemont community in many ways.


Our Services

We are an AAHA accredited, multi-veterinarian hospital with a well trained staff ready to care for your pets. We will provide your pet with the quality care you expect, and the gentle touch that your pet deserves.

VCA Peninsula Animal Hospital is nestled between the beautiful community of Point Loma and the eclectic beach town of Ocean Beach. Conveniently located on the corner of Voltaire and Worden streets, we are minutes from both Interstates 8 and 5. Our doors have been open and welcoming patients and their owners in for over 40 years.

We have highly skilled veterinarians that offer well and sick pet care for your pet at any stage in their life. In addition to our primary, preventive & advanced care services, we also offer physical exams, vaccines, diagnostic laboratory testing, digital radiology, hospitalization, surgery and dentistry; including digital dental x-rays. At VCA Peninsula Animal Hospital our caring and knowledgeable staff will provide you and your pet with exceptional service and medical care because your pet's health is our top priority and excellent service is our goal.

Please call us today for more information about how we can help your pet & to schedule your appointment!

We provide 24 hour emergency services and specialty veterinary services such as cardiology, internal medicine, neurology, radiology, diagnostic ultrasound, and surgery (soft tissue, orthopedic, neurosurgery). We do not provide primary care services.

Welcome! Located in the heart of Hillcrest, on the corner of West Washington Street and Albatross, about 2.5 miles from Interstate 5 (I-5), VCA Hillcrest Animal Hospital is a friendly, comfortable, full service AAHA accredited veterinary hospital. With skilled and caring veterinarians, we provide well-pet and sick-pet services for puppies & kittens, adult dogs & cats, and senior pets.

Our services include physical exams, vaccines, including weekly Preventative Care vaccine clinics; spay, neuter, pet dental care, including dental digital radiographs; surgeries, digital x-ray & laboratory testing. We carry Hill's Prescription Diets, Royal Canin therapeutic pet food, and a variety of treats. We work closely with several local rescue groups and animal shelters including the San Diego Humane Society and P.A.W.S.

Here at VCA Hillcrest Animal Hospital we care about you and your pet, and will help you take the best possible care of your loveable companion. Our veterinarians are knowledgeable and skilled, kind and compassionate individuals. Along with our friendly front office staff and well trained patient care team, we will provide exceptional service to you and your pet. In the community since 1990, we are here to serve you.

Additional Services/Information:
- Cats and Dogs welcome
- Early Drop-offs at 7:30am and Pick-ups as late as 6PM
- Animal shelter discount
- Internal Medicine
- Major credit cards accepted
- New clients always welcome - Prescription/premium diet pet foods
- Vaccinations