Business Details
8 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Comprehensive Veterinary Care in Pittsburgh, PA
City Vets has been proudly serving the Pittsburgh community since 2018, providing compassionate veterinary care for pets of all breeds and sizes. Our experienced team of veterinarians and support staff is dedicated to ensuring the well-being of your pets through comprehensive wellness exams, advanced diagnostics, and personalized treatment plans. We specialize in preventative care, dental services, surgical procedures, and urgent care, with a focus on maintaining your pet's health at every life stage. Our state-of-the-art facility features onsite laboratory testing, digital radiography, and ultrasound capabilities to deliver accurate diagnoses and timely interventions.We prioritize client education through detailed consultations, nutritional counseling, and parasite prevention guidance, empowering pet owners to make informed healthcare decisions. With extended weekday hours and same-day urgent care appointments, we strive to accommodate busy schedules while maintaining the highest standards of veterinary medicine. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our 90+ Google reviews, where clients consistently praise our transparent communication, budget-conscious care options, and the empathetic approach of our veterinary team.
Services
Wellness Care
Dental Services
Surgical Procedures
Urgent Care
Diagnostic Imaging
Parasite Prevention
Senior Pet Care
Nutrition Counseling
Microchipping
End of Life Care
Details
- Year established: 2018
Highlights and features
- We offer 12+ years of combined veterinary experience with modern medical techniques
- Our team provides transparent pricing options for budget-conscious pet owners
- We maintain onsite diagnostic capabilities including radiography and lab testing
- Our veterinarians prioritize client education and preventative care strategies
- We offer same-day urgent care appointments during hospital hours
What people say
Exceptional service
Knowledgeable staff
Compassionate treatment
Thorough explanations
Budget-friendly options
Services
Wellness Care
Our comprehensive wellness exams detect health issues early through nose-to-tail physical assessments. We recommend annual checkups for adult pets and bi-annual visits for seniors, including vaccination updates, parasite screening, and nutritional evaluations. Our veterinarians develop customized care plans based on your pet's age, breed, and medical history to maintain optimal health.
Dental Services
We provide complete dental care from routine cleanings to advanced periodontal treatment. Our services include digital dental radiography, ultrasonic scaling, tooth extractions, and oral cancer screenings. Regular dental maintenance prevents systemic infections and addresses painful conditions like gingivitis and tooth resorption in both canine and feline patients.
Surgical Procedures
Our surgical services range from spays/neuters to complex soft tissue operations. Patients receive individualized anesthetic protocols with continuous monitoring during procedures. We perform abdominal surgeries, mass removals, and orthopedic repairs using modern equipment and post-operative pain management techniques to ensure proper recovery.
Diagnostic Imaging
We utilize digital radiography and ultrasound for accurate internal diagnostics. These non-invasive tools help evaluate organ systems, detect fractures, identify foreign bodies, and monitor chronic conditions. Our veterinarians interpret imaging results immediately to expedite treatment decisions and care planning.
Urgent Care
We handle urgent medical cases during regular hours including trauma, poisoning, and acute illness. Our team stabilizes critical patients with IV fluids, oxygen therapy, and pain management while determining appropriate treatment. For after-hours emergencies, we partner with local 24-hour clinics for continued care.
Questions
What services does South Side Flats Animal Hospital offer?
We provide wellness exams, dental care, surgical services, diagnostic imaging, urgent care, parasite prevention, senior pet care, and end-of-life services for dogs and cats.
Do you offer urgent care appointments?
Yes, we accommodate same-day urgent care visits during regular hospital hours. For after-hours emergencies, we recommend contacting our partner clinics listed on our website.
What are your hospital hours?
Monday-Tuesday 10AM-7PM, Thursday-Friday 9AM-6PM, Saturday by schedule. We're closed Wednesday and Sunday. Please check our website for current scheduling details.
How can I schedule an appointment?
Use our online booking system or call us directly at (412) 483-1700. New clients receive $25 off their first wellness exam when mentioning this offer.
Do you provide senior pet care?
Yes, we offer specialized geriatric care including mobility assessments, chronic disease management, and pain control strategies tailored to aging pets' needs.
What payment methods do you accept?
We accept major credit cards, cash, and CareCredit financing. Payment is required at the time of service, with options for customized payment plans available.
Reviews (4)
Ellie Stroh
Aug 30, 2021
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Had one cat I brought here a few times and it was clearly expensive but the location was great. I then found two new kittens and have since given this place hundreds and hundreds of dollars. I was told two new kitten appointments that have now somehow turned into 4 appointments each time costing me $200+. Never any interest in explaining why everything is so expensive and absolutely no other services offered such as nail clipping or anything. Also do they really all need to take lunch at the exact same time? Had to stand in the rain because I had an appointment when their lunch ended and they refuse
Simon Cullen
Aug 21, 2021
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UPDATE: Unfortunately, Dr. Lawson has moved to a new clinic. We've had good experiences with the vet there now.
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Dr Lawson at City Vets is an extraordinary doctor. He clearly adores the patients in his care. He is knowledgeable, attentive, thorough, and goes to extraordinary lengths to help you understand your furry friend's medical problems, no matter what background you come from. We were frankly astonished at the time and care he took to help us understand Nadja's conditions. One time, he returned our call so late we were sure he was staying way overtime at the clinic to care for
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Dr Lawson at City Vets is an extraordinary doctor. He clearly adores the patients in his care. He is knowledgeable, attentive, thorough, and goes to extraordinary lengths to help you understand your furry friend's medical problems, no matter what background you come from. We were frankly astonished at the time and care he took to help us understand Nadja's conditions. One time, he returned our call so late we were sure he was staying way overtime at the clinic to care for
Victoria M.
Jun 29, 2021
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Critical:Professionalism,Quality,Reliability
If you love your pet, go somewhere else - like ANYWHERE else. They are located on the corner of my house and I am never going back there. Money grabbers, couldnt care less about your pet. Really really disapointed in this so called vet clinic, extremely sad to see a place like this treat animals with such neglect.
If you love your pet, go somewhere else - like ANYWHERE else. They are located on the corner of my house and I am never going back there. Money grabbers, couldnt care less about your pet. Really really disapointed in this so called vet clinic, extremely sad to see a place like this treat animals with such neglect.
Heidi Gregori
Jun 15, 2021
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Dr. Lawson no longer works here. He was the only doctor worth seeing. The other doctors have no empathy for you or your pets. I recently took my cat to CityVets and was charged $70 for them to tell me they cant do anything. My cat was there less than 10 minutes.
Also, I was told that since I wrote a review about my negative experience, they will no longer see my cat. So on top of being unprofessional and overpriced; this clinic refuses to try to improve via constructive criticism. I would recommend not wasting your time or money with this vet.
Also, I was told that since I wrote a review about my negative experience, they will no longer see my cat. So on top of being unprofessional and overpriced; this clinic refuses to try to improve via constructive criticism. I would recommend not wasting your time or money with this vet.
