South County Animal Hospital
Morgan Hill, CA
At a glance
- Facility type
- Veterinary Practice
- Practice tier
- General
- Clinic type
- Standalone
- Operating status
- Operational
- Appointment model
- Both
- 24/7 care
- Unknown
- Accepting new patients
- Yes
Species treated
Services
Accreditations
Amenities & accessibility
Overview
Located in Morgan Hill, CA, South County Animal Hospital is a full-service animal hospital providing an array of services for your furry best friend, including wellness, dental, surgical, and preventive care. We know your pets are your family, and at South County Animal Hospital, you and your pet are treated as such. Our team views you as an important partner in your canine or feline companion's care to ensure your pet receives high quality veterinary medicine
South County Animal Hospital was founded by Dr. Rick Leininger, who has been practicing veterinary medicine since 1989. Since our founding, our team has grown to include highly trained, friendly, and compassionate veterinarians and licensed veterinary technicians who are committed to providing the very best care for your pets
Mission — South County Animal Hospital provides complete medical, surgical and dental services for dogs and cats in Morgan Hill and the surrounding area. Our singular goal is to provide compassionate medicine of the highest quality. We believe every patient is special and unique, deserving of individualized medical care. Communication, honesty, and respect are the cornerstone of supporting the human-pet bond
Care capabilities
- Emergency
- Er Daytime
- End-of-life care
- In Clinic
Team at a glance
Individual names, titles & bios are in the practice intelligence layer below.
Technology & equipment
Services in detail
Memberships
Appointments & hours
Mon - Fri: 8:00am - 5:30pm; Sat & Sun: Closed
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Frequently asked
Is South County Animal Hospital accepting new patients?+
Yes — South County Animal Hospital is currently accepting new patients.
Does South County Animal Hospital offer emergency or urgent care?+
South County Animal Hospital provides daytime emergency care.
Is South County Animal Hospital AAHA-accredited?+
Yes — South County Animal Hospital is an AAHA-accredited hospital.
What services does South County Animal Hospital offer?+
South County Animal Hospital offers General Practice, Wellness, Vaccination, Spay Neuter, Surgery, Dentistry, Imaging, In House Lab, and more.
What reviewers say
South County Animal Hospital is widely recognized for its compassionate, knowledgeable veterinary team and exceptionally friendly front desk staff. The clinic is described as clean and up to date, offering prompt appointment scheduling, online booking options, and minimal wait times. Veterinarians take time to explain diagnoses thoroughly, handle anxious animals with great care, and provide attentive follow-up and end-of-life support. While the vast majority of clients report a wonderful experience, some note higher pricing for certain procedures and occasional capacity limits for emergency walk-ins.
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Data as of July 2026. VetPulse aggregates public-record and licensing data; it does not represent the practice directly.