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About Veterinary Care in Rochester

Rochester has 33 veterinary clinics, giving pet owners a broad set of options backed by a strong 4.5/5 average across nearly ten thousand Google reviews. What stands out is the mix of everyday pet care and exotics support, alongside some emergency coverage, even though weekend availability is notably scarce.

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Top 3 clinics (current town ranking table)

ClinicOur ScoreVerifiedPublished prices
Doorbell Vet42/100
South Towne Veterinary Hospital42/100
Brighton Animal Hospital Pc40/100

For pet owners, Rochester looks like a genuinely strong place to search for a vet rather than a city with only a few obvious choices. The combination of many clinics and a deep pool of reviews points to an established market where practices have had time to build real public reputations. That is especially useful if your household includes more than just dogs and cats, because Rochester appears to support both standard companion-animal care and at least some exotics-oriented demand.

The main caveat is convenience and trust signals. None of the listings are verified, so it is sensible to confirm the basics yourself before you rely on any profile, including current hours, whether the clinic is accepting new patients, and whether it still treats your pet's species. Weekend access is the clearest weak point in Rochester, which puts more pressure on weekday scheduling for routine visits. At the same time, five clinics offer emergency or out-of-hours care, so urgent problems are not funneled into a single option.

In practical terms, choosing among vets in Rochester should start with your pet's needs, not just overall popularity. For a dog or cat needing routine care, compare how soon you can get an appointment, how the staff handles follow-up questions, and whether the clinic can also manage same-day illness or minor procedures. If you have a bird, reptile, rabbit, or other small exotic, ask directly about species experience and what diagnostics are handled in-house. It is also worth asking any clinic you shortlist how after-hours cases are triaged and where they send patients if they cannot see emergencies themselves.

Rochester's strength is that most owners should be able to find a solid fit if they plan ahead. The smartest move is to establish a relationship with a weekday primary vet before something urgent happens, then keep one emergency provider saved separately. In a city with broad choice but almost no weekend flexibility, preparation matters as much as reputation.

Best Rated Veterinary Clinics in Rochester, New York

Top-ranked veterinary practices based on quality, service, and customer reviews

#1 Ranking
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Our Score (42/100)

4.9(403)
Treats:
dog
cat

Doorbell Vet is an independent veterinary clinic in Rochester, New York, treating dogs and cats. The practice offers in-home house calls along with some in-office procedures, covering preventive care, illness care, dentistry, soft tissue...

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Doorbell Vet is an independent veterinary clinic in Rochester, New York, treating dogs and cats. The practice offers in-home house calls along with some in-office procedures, covering preventive care, illness care, dentistry, soft tissue surgery, hospice, and in-home euthanasia. It does not advertise in-house emergency care and refers after-hours emergencies to local emergency and urgent care hospitals.

#2 Ranking
No Prices

Our Score (42/100)

4.7(342)
Treats:
dog
cat
exotic

South Towne Veterinary Hospital is an independent veterinary clinic in Rochester, New York, located on West Henrietta Road. It treats dogs, cats, and a range of small exotic mammals, including rabbits, ferrets, rats, hamsters, gerbils, and...

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South Towne Veterinary Hospital is an independent veterinary clinic in Rochester, New York, located on West Henrietta Road. It treats dogs, cats, and a range of small exotic mammals, including rabbits, ferrets, rats, hamsters, gerbils, and chinchillas. The clinic is open Monday through Saturday, and it lists referral options for after-hours emergency or urgent care rather than in-house emergency service.

#3 Ranking
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Our Score (40/100)

4.8(348)
Treats:
dog
cat

Brighton Animal Hospital Pc is an independent veterinary clinic in Rochester, New York, serving dogs and cats. The hospital offers routine, medical, surgical, dental, diagnostic, and preventive care. It is open Monday through Saturday,...

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Brighton Animal Hospital Pc is an independent veterinary clinic in Rochester, New York, serving dogs and cats. The hospital offers routine, medical, surgical, dental, diagnostic, and preventive care. It is open Monday through Saturday, with evening hours on Monday and Wednesday. No in-house emergency service is advertised; when closed, the hospital directs clients to an emergency clinic.

Our Score (40/100)

4.8(259)
Treats:
dog
cat

Jefferson Veterinary Hospital is an independent veterinary clinic in Rochester, New York, serving dogs and cats. The hospital offers routine and medical care including exams, vaccinations, surgery, and dental services. Dr. Bryce Hauschildt...

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Jefferson Veterinary Hospital is an independent veterinary clinic in Rochester, New York, serving dogs and cats. The hospital offers routine and medical care including exams, vaccinations, surgery, and dental services. Dr. Bryce Hauschildt is the named veterinarian and is noted as having started the hospital in 2003. The clinic does not advertise in-house emergency care and refers out-of-hours cases to Rochester Emergency Veterinary Services.

Our Score (39/100)

4.6(732)
Treats:
dog
cat

Coldwater Animal Hospital is an independent veterinary clinic in Rochester, New York, serving dogs and cats. Its listed care includes preventive medicine, diagnostic testing, and imaging, and online appointment booking is available. The...

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Coldwater Animal Hospital is an independent veterinary clinic in Rochester, New York, serving dogs and cats. Its listed care includes preventive medicine, diagnostic testing, and imaging, and online appointment booking is available. The clinic also offers emergency services, but it does not provide continuous after-hours care and refers clients to local emergency veterinary facilities outside regular hours.

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More Veterinary Practices in Rochester

Additional veterinary clinics serving the area

#1 Ranking
No Prices

Our Score (42/100)

4.9(403)
Treats:
dog
cat

Doorbell Vet is an independent veterinary clinic in Rochester, New York, treating dogs and cats. The practice offers in-home house calls along with some in-office procedures, covering preventive care, illness care, dentistry, soft tissue...

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Doorbell Vet is an independent veterinary clinic in Rochester, New York, treating dogs and cats. The practice offers in-home house calls along with some in-office procedures, covering preventive care, illness care, dentistry, soft tissue surgery, hospice, and in-home euthanasia. It does not advertise in-house emergency care and refers after-hours emergencies to local emergency and urgent care hospitals.

#2 Ranking
No Prices

Our Score (42/100)

4.7(342)
Treats:
dog
cat
exotic

South Towne Veterinary Hospital is an independent veterinary clinic in Rochester, New York, located on West Henrietta Road. It treats dogs, cats, and a range of small exotic mammals, including rabbits, ferrets, rats, hamsters, gerbils, and...

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South Towne Veterinary Hospital is an independent veterinary clinic in Rochester, New York, located on West Henrietta Road. It treats dogs, cats, and a range of small exotic mammals, including rabbits, ferrets, rats, hamsters, gerbils, and chinchillas. The clinic is open Monday through Saturday, and it lists referral options for after-hours emergency or urgent care rather than in-house emergency service.

#3 Ranking
No Prices

Our Score (40/100)

4.8(348)
Treats:
dog
cat

Brighton Animal Hospital Pc is an independent veterinary clinic in Rochester, New York, serving dogs and cats. The hospital offers routine, medical, surgical, dental, diagnostic, and preventive care. It is open Monday through Saturday,...

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Brighton Animal Hospital Pc is an independent veterinary clinic in Rochester, New York, serving dogs and cats. The hospital offers routine, medical, surgical, dental, diagnostic, and preventive care. It is open Monday through Saturday, with evening hours on Monday and Wednesday. No in-house emergency service is advertised; when closed, the hospital directs clients to an emergency clinic.

Our Score (40/100)

4.8(259)
Treats:
dog
cat

Jefferson Veterinary Hospital is an independent veterinary clinic in Rochester, New York, serving dogs and cats. The hospital offers routine and medical care including exams, vaccinations, surgery, and dental services. Dr. Bryce Hauschildt...

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Jefferson Veterinary Hospital is an independent veterinary clinic in Rochester, New York, serving dogs and cats. The hospital offers routine and medical care including exams, vaccinations, surgery, and dental services. Dr. Bryce Hauschildt is the named veterinarian and is noted as having started the hospital in 2003. The clinic does not advertise in-house emergency care and refers out-of-hours cases to Rochester Emergency Veterinary Services.

Our Score (39/100)

4.6(732)
Treats:
dog
cat

Coldwater Animal Hospital is an independent veterinary clinic in Rochester, New York, serving dogs and cats. Its listed care includes preventive medicine, diagnostic testing, and imaging, and online appointment booking is available. The...

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Coldwater Animal Hospital is an independent veterinary clinic in Rochester, New York, serving dogs and cats. Its listed care includes preventive medicine, diagnostic testing, and imaging, and online appointment booking is available. The clinic also offers emergency services, but it does not provide continuous after-hours care and refers clients to local emergency veterinary facilities outside regular hours.

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Our Score (39/100)

4.6(384)
Treats:
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cat

Westside Animal Hospital is an independent veterinary clinic in Rochester, New York, located on Chili Avenue, that treats dogs and cats. The hospital is AAHA accredited and has Fear Free certified team members. It is open Monday through...

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Westside Animal Hospital is an independent veterinary clinic in Rochester, New York, located on Chili Avenue, that treats dogs and cats. The hospital is AAHA accredited and has Fear Free certified team members. It is open Monday through Saturday, with emergency care during business hours and after-hours referral to Rochester Emergency Veterinary Services.

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Our Score (39/100)

4.9(103)
Treats:
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Manitou Hill Vet Practice is an independent veterinary clinic in Rochester, New York, serving dogs and cats. The clinic provides preventive care, dentistry, surgery, lab work, diagnostic imaging, and euthanasia. Regular hours are Monday...

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Manitou Hill Vet Practice is an independent veterinary clinic in Rochester, New York, serving dogs and cats. The clinic provides preventive care, dentistry, surgery, lab work, diagnostic imaging, and euthanasia. Regular hours are Monday through Friday, 9am to 5pm, and the clinic is closed on Saturdays and Sundays.

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Our Score (38/100)

4.6(346)
Treats:
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cat

Stoney Pointe Pet Hospital is a veterinary clinic in Rochester that treats dogs and cats and is part of PetVet Care Centers. It offers preventive care, surgery, dental treatment, and appointment-based urgent care for serious but...

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Stoney Pointe Pet Hospital is a veterinary clinic in Rochester that treats dogs and cats and is part of PetVet Care Centers. It offers preventive care, surgery, dental treatment, and appointment-based urgent care for serious but non-life-threatening problems. The clinic mentions a Fear Free approach, and life-threatening emergencies are referred to nearby 24/7 emergency hospitals.

Our Score (37/100)

4.4(405)
Treats:
dog
cat

Banfield Pet Hospital is a veterinary clinic on Jefferson Road in Rochester that treats dogs and cats. The clinic offers preventive care, diagnostic testing, imaging, dental X-rays, and a range of surgical procedures. It does not advertise...

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Banfield Pet Hospital is a veterinary clinic on Jefferson Road in Rochester that treats dogs and cats. The clinic offers preventive care, diagnostic testing, imaging, dental X-rays, and a range of surgical procedures. It does not advertise in-house emergency services and directs urgent cases to an emergency veterinarian.

Our Score (36/100)

4.7(430)
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Penfield Veterinary Hospital is a veterinary clinic in Rochester, New York. Recent feedback refers to care for cats and dogs, including puppies and adult dogs. The clinic does not advertise in-house emergency services.

Our Score (36/100)

4.7(236)
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Companion Animal Hospital is a veterinary clinic on West Henrietta Road in Rochester, New York. Public information does not specify ownership or the full range of animals treated. The clinic does not advertise in-house emergency services....

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Companion Animal Hospital is a veterinary clinic on West Henrietta Road in Rochester, New York. Public information does not specify ownership or the full range of animals treated. The clinic does not advertise in-house emergency services. It has a 4.7/5 Google rating from 236 reviews.

Our Score (35/100)

4.7(511)
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Suburban Animal Hospital is a veterinary clinic in Rochester, New York, located on E Henrietta Road. It has a 4.7/5 Google rating from 511 reviews. The clinic does not advertise in-house emergency services. Public details here do not list...

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Suburban Animal Hospital is a veterinary clinic in Rochester, New York, located on E Henrietta Road. It has a 4.7/5 Google rating from 511 reviews. The clinic does not advertise in-house emergency services. Public details here do not list opening hours or a full list of animals treated.

Our Score (35/100)

4.7(297)
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Gates Veterinary Hospital is a veterinary clinic in Rochester, New York, located at 1055 Denise Rd. It has a 4.7/5 Google rating from 297 reviews. Recent written feedback mentions a clean office, easy appointment scheduling, and positive...

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Gates Veterinary Hospital is a veterinary clinic in Rochester, New York, located at 1055 Denise Rd. It has a 4.7/5 Google rating from 297 reviews. Recent written feedback mentions a clean office, easy appointment scheduling, and positive experiences with the doctor and staff. The clinic does not advertise in-house emergency services.

Our Score (35/100)

4.3(287)
Treats:
dog
cat
exotic

Ridgemont Animal Hospital is a veterinary clinic in Rochester, New York, and is listed as part of PetVet Care Centers. It treats dogs and cats, and also sees birds and small mammals in emergency or serious situations. The clinic offers...

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Ridgemont Animal Hospital is a veterinary clinic in Rochester, New York, and is listed as part of PetVet Care Centers. It treats dogs and cats, and also sees birds and small mammals in emergency or serious situations. The clinic offers routine veterinary care as well as urgent and emergency care during regular business hours, with overnight care available for hospitalized emergency patients. Hours are Monday to Wednesday 8:30 am to 6:00 pm, Thursday 8:30 am to 4:00 pm, and Friday 8:30 am to 6:00 pm; it is closed on weekends.

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Our Score (34/100)

4.5(547)
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Irondequoit Animal Hospital is a veterinary clinic in Rochester, New York, located at 2150 Hudson Ave. Ownership is not specified, and opening hours are not available. The clinic does not advertise in-house emergency services. On Google,...

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Irondequoit Animal Hospital is a veterinary clinic in Rochester, New York, located at 2150 Hudson Ave. Ownership is not specified, and opening hours are not available. The clinic does not advertise in-house emergency services. On Google, it has a 4.5/5 rating from 547 reviews.

Our Score (34/100)

4.2(409)
Treats:
dog
cat

Midtown Veterinary Hospital is an independent veterinary clinic in Rochester, New York, that treats dogs and cats. The hospital offers routine care, preventive services, diagnostic testing, imaging, and dental treatment, and it is AAHA...

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Midtown Veterinary Hospital is an independent veterinary clinic in Rochester, New York, that treats dogs and cats. The hospital offers routine care, preventive services, diagnostic testing, imaging, and dental treatment, and it is AAHA accredited. It is open Monday through Friday from 8:00am to 6:00pm and is closed on weekends and major holidays.

#17
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Our Score (34/100)

4.8(53)
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ROC Pet Rehab is a pet rehabilitation clinic in Rochester, New York, located on White Spruce Boulevard. It has a 4.8/5 Google rating from 53 reviews. Recent feedback centers on rehabilitation care for dogs, with examples involving mobility...

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ROC Pet Rehab is a pet rehabilitation clinic in Rochester, New York, located on White Spruce Boulevard. It has a 4.8/5 Google rating from 53 reviews. Recent feedback centers on rehabilitation care for dogs, with examples involving mobility issues, ACL injury recovery, and follow-up treatment after surgery.

Our Score (33/100)

4.4(828)
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Pittsford Animal Hospital Of Pittsford is a veterinary clinic on Monroe Avenue in Rochester, New York. Recent reviews describe care for cats and dogs, including urgent visits and treatment for injuries. The clinic does not advertise...

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Pittsford Animal Hospital Of Pittsford is a veterinary clinic on Monroe Avenue in Rochester, New York. Recent reviews describe care for cats and dogs, including urgent visits and treatment for injuries. The clinic does not advertise in-house emergency services.

Our Score (33/100)

4.4(551)
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Stone Ridge Veterinary Hospital is a veterinary clinic in Rochester, New York. Public details do not specify the full range of animals treated, though recent reviews mention care for dogs. The clinic does not advertise in-house emergency...

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Stone Ridge Veterinary Hospital is a veterinary clinic in Rochester, New York. Public details do not specify the full range of animals treated, though recent reviews mention care for dogs. The clinic does not advertise in-house emergency services.

Our Score (33/100)

4.4(441)
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Greece Animal Hospital is a veterinary clinic in Rochester, New York, located on Latta Road. Its website does not list in-house emergency services. Recent feedback describes caring staff, timely return calls, and a veterinarian who takes...

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Greece Animal Hospital is a veterinary clinic in Rochester, New York, located on Latta Road. Its website does not list in-house emergency services. Recent feedback describes caring staff, timely return calls, and a veterinarian who takes time to answer questions during dog visits.

Our Score (33/100)

4.6(18)
Treats:
dog
cat

Veterinary Surgery Center of Western NY is an independent, referral-only surgical clinic in Rochester. It focuses on advanced surgery for dogs and cats, including orthopedic and soft tissue procedures, and works with referring...

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Veterinary Surgery Center of Western NY is an independent, referral-only surgical clinic in Rochester. It focuses on advanced surgery for dogs and cats, including orthopedic and soft tissue procedures, and works with referring veterinarians on diagnostic, surgical, and rehabilitation plans. Hours listed are Monday through Wednesday 8am-3pm and Thursday 8am-1pm.

Our Score (32/100)

4.4(84)
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Pittsford Animal Hospital and Animal Urgent Care is located on Monroe Avenue in Rochester, New York. Recent reviews describe urgent-care visits for both dogs and cats, with repeated comments about compassionate handling, cleanliness, and...

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Pittsford Animal Hospital and Animal Urgent Care is located on Monroe Avenue in Rochester, New York. Recent reviews describe urgent-care visits for both dogs and cats, with repeated comments about compassionate handling, cleanliness, and quick response times. Google lists the clinic at 4.4/5 from 84 reviews.

#23
No Prices

Our Score (32/100)

4.4(84)
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Animal Urgent Care is located at 2816 Monroe Ave #100 in Rochester, New York. Recent public feedback describes urgent care visits for dogs and cats, with repeated mentions of compassionate handling, clear communication, and a clean clinic....

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Animal Urgent Care is located at 2816 Monroe Ave #100 in Rochester, New York. Recent public feedback describes urgent care visits for dogs and cats, with repeated mentions of compassionate handling, clear communication, and a clean clinic. On Google, the clinic has a 4.4/5 rating from 84 reviews.

Our Score (31/100)

4.3(542)
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Lakeside Animal Hospital is a veterinary clinic in Rochester, New York, located on Dubelbeiss Lane. It has a 4.3/5 Google rating from 542 reviews. Recent comments mention care for a cat and parrots, with Dr. Licata named in multiple...

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Lakeside Animal Hospital is a veterinary clinic in Rochester, New York, located on Dubelbeiss Lane. It has a 4.3/5 Google rating from 542 reviews. Recent comments mention care for a cat and parrots, with Dr. Licata named in multiple reviews.

Our Score (31/100)

4.2(268)
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Animal Hospital Of Rochester is a veterinary clinic at 1150 University Ave in Rochester, New York. Its website lists routine preventive care, diagnostics, dental services, and cold laser therapy. The clinic is open today from 9:00 am to...

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Animal Hospital Of Rochester is a veterinary clinic at 1150 University Ave in Rochester, New York. Its website lists routine preventive care, diagnostics, dental services, and cold laser therapy. The clinic is open today from 9:00 am to 6:00 pm and does not advertise in-house emergency care, instead listing outside emergency partners for after-hours needs.

#27
No Prices

Our Score (30/100)

5.0(1)
Treats:
dog
cat

Allen Terry J Dvm is a veterinary clinic in Rochester, New York, located at 1874 E Main St. It treats dogs and cats and lists general wellness, preventive care, diagnostics, dentistry, and internal medicine among its services. The clinic...

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Allen Terry J Dvm is a veterinary clinic in Rochester, New York, located at 1874 E Main St. It treats dogs and cats and lists general wellness, preventive care, diagnostics, dentistry, and internal medicine among its services. The clinic is noted as an AAHA-accredited hospital and an AVMA member. In-house emergency services are not advertised.

#28
No Prices

Our Score (28/100)

4.7(23)
Treats:
cat

Cat Doctors is a cat-only veterinary clinic in Rochester, New York, listed at 32 Somerton St. The practice treats cats, and it does not advertise in-house emergency services. A phone number and website are listed, but opening hours are not...

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Cat Doctors is a cat-only veterinary clinic in Rochester, New York, listed at 32 Somerton St. The practice treats cats, and it does not advertise in-house emergency services. A phone number and website are listed, but opening hours are not available.

#30
No Prices

Our Score (24/100)

4.2(198)
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Chili Animal Care is a veterinary clinic in Rochester, New York, located on Chili Avenue. It has a 4.2/5 Google rating from 198 reviews. The clinic does not advertise in-house emergency services, and recent written reviews describe both...

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Chili Animal Care is a veterinary clinic in Rochester, New York, located on Chili Avenue. It has a 4.2/5 Google rating from 198 reviews. The clinic does not advertise in-house emergency services, and recent written reviews describe both long-term satisfaction with care and concerns about reduced service availability.

Our Score (23/100)

3.5(62)
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University of Rochester Medical Center is located at 601 Elmwood Ave in Rochester, New York. Its listed services include emergency care, urgent care, virtual urgent care, primary care, and specialty care. Animals treated are not specified....

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University of Rochester Medical Center is located at 601 Elmwood Ave in Rochester, New York. Its listed services include emergency care, urgent care, virtual urgent care, primary care, and specialty care. Animals treated are not specified. The center also lists patient portal access, billing support, and medical records services.

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#32
No Prices

Our Score (20/100)

4.3(3)
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ALL4PetsWNY is located on Jefferson Road in Rochester, New York. Public information is limited, and no clinic website details were available beyond the basic listing. Recent reviews mention support during a dog wound-related situation and...

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ALL4PetsWNY is located on Jefferson Road in Rochester, New York. Public information is limited, and no clinic website details were available beyond the basic listing. Recent reviews mention support during a dog wound-related situation and describe staff interactions as kind and helpful.

4.7(3)
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Hach Joanne C DVM is a veterinary clinic in Rochester, New York, located at 23 Somerton St. Public details on its service range, opening hours, and emergency care are limited. Google lists the clinic at 4.7/5 from 3 reviews.

4.1(89)
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Ardda Animal Hospital is a veterinary clinic in Rochester, New York, located at 91 Erie Canal Drive, Suite E. Public details about its hours, animal types, and full service list are limited. It has a 4.1/5 rating on Google from 89 reviews.

3.5(683)
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Veterinary Laboratory is listed at 825 White Spruce Blvd in Rochester, New York, and is associated with Thrive Pet Care. The website does not advertise in-house emergency services. Animals treated and opening hours are not specified.

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