Southpaw Vet

San Diego, CA

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At a glance

Facility type
Veterinary Practice
Practice tier
General
Clinic type
Standalone
Operating status
Operational
Appointment model
Appointment
24/7 care
Unknown
Accepting new patients
Unknown

Species treated

Small Animal Companion Exotic Companion Mammal Reptile Amphibian Avian

Services

General Practice Wellness Vaccination Spay Neuter Surgery Dentistry Imaging In House Lab Pharmacy End Of Life

Amenities & accessibility

Parking
Free parking lot
Appointments
Appointment requiredAppointments recommended
Amenities
Gender-neutral restroomRestroom
Crowd
LGBTQ+ friendlyTransgender safespace
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lotWheelchair accessible restroomWheelchair accessible seating

Overview

We're friendly, knowledgeable, and very passionate about providing you the best veterinary experience. In order to provide the highest quality care, we need to start with our staff. So we strive to not only be the best veterinary practice we can be, but the best employer as well. Southpaw Vet is a family-owned and operated veterinary practice located in the San Diego area. We value the connection we have to our communities and work hard to continuously be a positive force within them. Being locally owned and a San Diego resident allows us to better understand the specifics of our client's and pet's lifestyles and needs. We love animals. And that's why we've dedicated our lives to helping them. Pets are our family members and best friends, so we aim to give them the care they deserve while giving you comfort in doing so. — DAMN GOOD VET CARE

Southpaw Vet is a family-owned and operated veterinary practice located in the San Diego area. We value the connection we have to our communities and work hard to continuously be a positive force within them. Being locally owned and a San Diego resident allows us to better understand the specifics of our client's and pet's lifestyles and needs. As a team, we value honesty, respect, and loyalty, and we expect the same in return from our clients. We are a group of trained medical professionals who are committed to your pet's well-being, and in order for us to provide gold standard care with confidence, we need to earn the trust and support of our clients. A happy staff means better patient care. We understand that we can't provide the best quality care without a positive work environment. Our culture benefits from being collaborative and cohesive, so we strive internally to achieve this. Veterinary medicine is demanding and emotional, yet even during the most difficult of times, our devotion for pets helps bring forth positive energy. Meet Lola Jane, the beautiful bulldog and SPV logo. Jessica Andersen has been with Southpaw since opening in 2022

Mission — We are committed to the work we do, providing the highest quality medical and surgical care to our patients, as well as empowering and educating our clients about the roles they play in keeping their pets happy and healthy. We want to ensure our practice leads the community in both veterinary medicine and customer service

Team at a glance

7
Veterinarians (DVM)
2
Support staff
9
Total team

Individual names, titles & bios are in the practice intelligence layer below.

Technology & equipment

Online pharmacy platform via VetcoveRecover BLS/ALS CPR Certified (staff)

Services in detail

Wellness — Nose-to-tail consultations to make sure your pet is happy and healthy; annual wellness care to prevent and correct problemsDentistry — a simple cleaning or an advanced oral surgerySurgery — from soft-tissue to mass removal, in-house surgeriesTravel paperwork, nutrition, vaccinations & moreOnline Pharmacy — we partner with Vetcove to provide an easy to use online pharmacy; prescriptions, food & more shipped right to your doorCurbside services for appointments, pick-ups, drop-offs, medication, and food refillsPet Insurance InformationEmergency: contact us immediately at (619) 683-4050; if unavailable contact Veterinary Emergency Group

Memberships

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Appointments & hours

Mon – Fri: 8:00 am – 6:00 pm; Saturday: 9:00 am – 2:00 pm; Closed Sundays

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Frequently asked

What services does Southpaw Vet offer?+

Southpaw Vet offers General Practice, Wellness, Vaccination, Spay Neuter, Surgery, Dentistry, Imaging, In House Lab, and more.

When was Southpaw Vet established?+

Southpaw Vet has served the San Diego, CA community since 2022.

What reviewers say

88% Positive sentiment
based on 157 reviews

Southpaw Vet provides exceptional veterinary care in a modern, impeccably clean, and welcoming environment in San Diego. The practice is widely regarded for its highly knowledgeable, gentle, and compassionate veterinary team that excels at putting anxious pets and stressed owners at ease. Services include thorough examinations, clear communication, responsive scheduling, and attentive follow-up care. While pricing leans on the higher side, the exceptional quality of care, inviting facility, and dedication of the staff make it a trusted choice for local pet owners.

Frequently praised for

Compassionate StaffKnowledgeable VetsThorough ExplanationsShort WaitEasy SchedulingFair PricingClean FacilityGood With Anxious Pets

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Data as of July 2026. VetPulse aggregates public-record and licensing data; it does not represent the practice directly.