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Sunset Cliffs Animal Hospital

4862 Santa Monica Ave, San Diego, CA 92107

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About

Sunset Cliffs Animal Hospital provides veterinary medical services for companion pets in San Diego. The hospital offers preventive wellness exams, core vaccinations, non-anesthetic dental care, soft tissue surgery, digital radiography, ultrasound, and in-house laboratory testing.

Emergency: Refers emergency cases to nearest emergency hospital

Specialties

SurgeryDentistryUltrasoundX-rayLaboratory

Opening hours

Monday
7:00 AM⁠–⁠5:30 PM
Tuesday
7:00 AM⁠–⁠5:30 PM
Wednesday
7:00 AM⁠–⁠5:30 PM
Thursday
7:00 AM⁠–⁠5:30 PM
Friday
7:00 AM⁠–⁠5:30 PM
Saturday
8:00 AM⁠–⁠1:30 PM
Sunday
Closed

Hours checked 16 Oct 2026 · source

What customers say

pawenn summary of 6 Google reviews from April – October 2026

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Mixed6 of 6 reviews

Skilled veterinary surgeons alongside complaints

Several clients praise veterinarians including Dr Whitted and Dr Silvaberg for their patient diagnostic guidance and reassuring manner during medical consultations. Conversely, other visitors express strong dissatisfaction, reporting unhelpful front desk communications, perceived pressure regarding preventative testing, and rude interactions during appointments.

Mixed4 of 6 reviews

Mixed reports on pet handling

Some pet owners report that their dogs thrive in the practice's care and feel completely at ease during wellness check-ups and routine dental cleanings. In contrast, other clients express serious distress, noting that dogs were taken into treatment rooms without owner accompaniment and appeared visibly frightened when returned to the reception area.

Mostly positive3 of 6 reviews

Effective surgeries and dental treatments

Reviewers report positive medical outcomes following complex emergency surgical procedures, routine immunisations, and canine teeth cleaning. Clients dealing with chronic conditions appreciate the doctors' expertise in managing challenging cases, noting that their dogs recovered smoothly following major clinical interventions.

Questions owners ask

Can owners accompany their pets into the treatment rooms?

Clients report mixed experiences, with some visitors noting that veterinary staff took pets into back rooms for injections without owners.

Does the practice perform routine dental cleanings?

Yes, clients mention successful canine dental cleanings and physical wellness check-ups.

Are emergency surgeries undertaken at the hospital?

Yes, reviewers report that veterinarians handled urgent surgical procedures successfully.

Is dedicated parking readily available near the surgery?

Reviewers note that vehicle parking in the immediate vicinity can be challenging, advising visitors to allow extra arrival time.

Summary of public Google reviews; pawenn does not verify them.

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