Art City Vets & Urgent Care

Philadelphia, PA

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At a glance

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

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 Hospitalization Emergency Urgent Care End Of Life House Call

Accreditations

Cat Friendly

Amenities & accessibility

Appointments
Appointments recommended
Service options
Onsite services
Amenities
Restroom
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible restroomWheelchair accessible seatingWheelchair accessible entrance

Overview

Art City Vets is a privately owned veterinary practice providing personalized urgent care, wellness, and medical services for dogs and cats in Philadelphia. Located directly across the street from one another in Philadelphia's Fairmount neighborhood, our two veterinary hospitals provide convenient, connected care for dogs and cats. Visit our Hamilton Street Urgent Care Hospital for walk-in veterinary care seven days a week, or schedule routine wellness exams and preventive care at our Wellness Center. As one of Philadelphia's only remaining privately owned veterinary practices, Art City Vets provides informed, comprehensive, and personalized veterinary care

Art City Vets & Urgent Care was the first pet Urgent Care in the city of Philadelphia. We are a forward-thinking animal hospital, committed to the development and practice of innovative veterinary medicine. Situated in the heart of Philadelphia, our veterinarians pledge to treat your pet with compassion and professionalism putting his/her health and comfort first. Each of our patients is treated on an individual basis with their unique needs in mind. We will proudly see canines and felines. Our goal is to address all of your questions and concerns about your animal's health while offering solutions and advice in a considerate, friendly manner. Locally owned and operated by Philadelphia native, Dr. Edward Aller, the vision to start Art City Vets began from his desire to combine the level of medicine expected from a specialty/referral center with the warm, friendly feeling of a small, convenient neighborhood veterinarian

Mission — We promise to do everything we can to provide the highest level of care to keep your pet well and thriving, while also nurturing the human-animal bond. We understand the benefits of positive interactions with animals in our lives and their profound impact on community health. Effective communication, mutual respect, and trust are core foundations for achieving this shared goal

Care capabilities

Emergency
Urgent Care Only
End-of-life care
In Clinic

Team at a glance

7
Veterinarians (DVM)
35
Support staff
42
Total team

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

Technology & equipment

Digital RadiographyDigital X-raysIn-House BloodworkLaser Therapy

Services in detail

Emergency & Urgent CareWellnessSick VisitDentistryLabsPharmacyDigital RadiographySurgeryLaser TherapyIntegrative MedicinePet TravelCat DaysEnd of Life CarePalliative CareCat-Friendly CareVaccinationsVeterinary health certificates and travel documentationDental Exams, cleanings, dental x-raysDigital X-raysIn-House Bloodwork

Appointments & hours

Urgent Care: Mon-Fri 8AM-7PM, Sat 8AM-5PM, Sun 8AM-3PM; Wellness: Mon-Fri 8AM-7PM, Sat-Sun Closed

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Frequently asked

Is Art City Vets & Urgent Care accepting new patients?+

Yes — Art City Vets & Urgent Care is currently accepting new patients.

Does Art City Vets & Urgent Care offer emergency or urgent care?+

Art City Vets & Urgent Care offers urgent care appointments most days of the week (not a 24/7 ER).

What services does Art City Vets & Urgent Care offer?+

Art City Vets & Urgent Care offers General Practice, Wellness, Vaccination, Spay Neuter, Surgery, Dentistry, Imaging, In House Lab, and more.

When was Art City Vets & Urgent Care established?+

Art City Vets & Urgent Care has served the Philadelphia, PA community since 2018.

What reviewers say

91% Positive sentiment
based on 620 reviews

Art City Vets & Urgent Care operates as an independent emergency and specialty hospital in Philadelphia, offering both scheduled wellness care and walk-in urgent veterinary services. The practice features a modern, clean facility equipped with amenities like complimentary snacks and coffee, alongside a calming environment designed to reduce pet anxiety. The veterinary teams and support staff are widely regarded as compassionate, thorough, and communicative, providing detailed treatment options and attentive follow-up care. While many clients experience short wait times and praise the efficient handling of urgent medical cases, some visits involve extended wait times or higher costs, and occasional concerns regarding communication and diagnostic thoroughness are noted.

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.