River City Veterinary Hospital

Jacksonville, FL

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At a glance

Facility type
Veterinary Practice
Practice tier
Urgent Care
Clinic type
Hospital
Operating status
Operational
Appointment model
Both
24/7 care
No
Accepting new patients
Yes

Species treated

Small Animal Companion

Services

General Practice Wellness Vaccination Spay Neuter Surgery Dentistry Imaging In House Lab Pharmacy Hospitalization Emergency Urgent Care End Of Life House Call Telehealth

Amenities & accessibility

Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lotWheelchair accessible restroom

Overview

At River City Veterinary Hospital, we provide top-quality veterinary care and urgent care to pets in our community. Our staff treats you like family and each pet like our own. We are honored and proud to be a partner in your pet's healthcare team. As pet owners ourselves, we believe that preventative care with wellness exams are the keys to your pet living a longer, healthier, and happier life. As a full-service veterinary office, we offer state-of-the-art testing and diagnostics, an array of advanced care, routine and advanced surgical procedures, and many other services to provide your pet with the best possible care

Since 1960, River City Veterinary Hospital has provided comprehensive veterinary care and urgent care to pets in the Jacksonville community and beyond. We would be honored to be a partner in your pet's healthcare. River City Veterinary Hospital has served the Jacksonville, FL community with comprehensive care since 1960. We are proud to have been named "Best Animal Hospital" in Avondale/Riverside by Jacksonville Magazine, and one of the "Best Veterinary Clinics" in Jacksonville by ThreeBestRated.com!

Mission — Our mission is to treat every pet like our own, a philosophy reflected in our excellent 4.6-star rating and the recognition we have earned from the community

Care capabilities

Emergency
Urgent Care Only

Team at a glance

3
Veterinarians (DVM)

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

Technology & equipment

state-of-the-art testing and diagnosticsstate-of-the-art equipment

Services in detail

Wellness & PreventionTesting & DiagnosticsAdvanced CareSurgical ProceduresUrgent CareDrop Off Appointments

Appointments & hours

Monday: 8:00 AM - 5:30 PM; Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 5:30 PM; Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 5:30 PM; Thursday: 8:00 AM - 5:30 PM; Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:30 PM; Saturday: Closed; Sunday: Closed. We will operate on a limited schedule from 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM on Dec. 24 and we will be closed on Dec. 25. We will be closed on Jan. 1

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Frequently asked

Is River City Veterinary Hospital accepting new patients?+

Yes — River City Veterinary Hospital is currently accepting new patients.

Does River City Veterinary Hospital offer emergency or urgent care?+

River City Veterinary Hospital offers urgent care appointments most days of the week (not a 24/7 ER).

What services does River City Veterinary Hospital offer?+

River City Veterinary Hospital offers General Practice, Wellness, Vaccination, Spay Neuter, Surgery, Dentistry, Imaging, In House Lab, and more.

When was River City Veterinary Hospital established?+

River City Veterinary Hospital has served the Jacksonville, FL community since 1960.

What reviewers say

90% Positive sentiment
based on 1,267 reviews

River City Veterinary Hospital in Jacksonville delivers compassionate, thorough veterinary care backed by a welcoming and highly knowledgeable team. The practice is known for attentive communication, accommodating scheduling for urgent needs, and reasonable pricing structures. Patients and their families receive personalized attention, gentle handling for anxious animals, and dedicated follow-up care after visits. The facility is maintained in a clean, modern condition, creating a comfortable environment for routine wellness checks and medical treatments alike.

Frequently praised for

Compassionate StaffKnowledgeable VetsThorough ExplanationsFair PricingGood With Anxious PetsStrong Followup

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