TrueCare for Pets – serving Los Angeles.

TrueCare for Pets is an emergency and specialty pet hospital located in Studio City, just south of the Los Angeles River between Colfax Ave and Laurel Canyon Blvd. We serve the greater Los Angeles area, including Burbank, Glendale, Hollywood, Beverly Hills, Toluca Lake, Sherman Oaks and more.

Our emergency veterinary clinic is fully accredited by the American Animal Hospital Association as a state-of-the-art animal emergency center.

Our services.

A patient is underneath a surgical screen while being operated on by a veterinary team of three people all wearing surgical scrubs. A veterinary technician looks at a clipboard while another veterinary technician holds a surgical implement for the veterinarian, whose hands we can see holding surgical instruments and performing the procedure.

When you have a pet emergency, seconds count. We want you to know, we’re ready 24/7. If your pet has a condition that requires a specialist’s expertise, we’re ready for that too. Our experienced veterinarians, vet technicians and support staff work closely together to provide the comprehensive, compassionate care your pet needs and deserves.

If your pet is experiencing an emergency, we’re here to help. If possible, please call ahead so we can talk you through your pet’s situation and prepare for your arrival. No appointment is necessary to see our skilled emergency veterinarians.  

We work closely with your pet’s primary care veterinarian to understand your pet's history and create a comprehensive care plan. 

Our veterinary specialists work directly with your primary care vet to understand your pet’s condition and develop the appropriate treatment plan. Visits to our specialists are usually by referral from your primary care vet and by appointment. 

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Our
veterinarians.

Caring for your pets is our passion. Meet our team of veterinarians here to help you and your pet.

About our pet hospital.

Formally known as the Animal Emergency Centre, our hospital was established in 1980. In 2005, we moved to our current location in Studio City.

Our veterinary hospital serves as the primary veterinary blood and anti-venom bank for the San Fernando Valley and the greater Los Angeles area. Because of this, we can handle snake bites and severe trauma-related emergencies.

Our hospital's many amenities include digital radiography, a C-arm fluoroscopy unit, computed tomography (CT/CAT scan), laparoscopic and arthroscopic equipment, a LigaSure device for minimally invasive surgery, surgical stapling equipment and more.

Pet owners.

At TrueCare and BluePearl, providing you with remarkable service is a top priority. We’re committed to making your veterinary visit as smooth as possible.

Have questions prior to your visit? We’re happy to help. Contact our hospital team at 818.760.3882 or [email protected].

Testimonials.

“I have had TrueCare treating an 8-week-old kitten that I rescued from the shelter with a fractured femur. We needed immediate ER care right after I pulled him from the shelter for an enema.

We were treated with great care and then were able to book the surgery to repair his leg. I could not be more pleased with him and his team. The kitten’s leg healed perfectly, questions and aftercare were tended to perfectly, he replied to emails promptly, and our kitten was given an all-clear today.

The surgeon was very diligent in making sure our follow-up visits and wound care were taken care of, and we had no complications.” — Amanda H.

“This hospital is fantastic. It was recommended by our vet when our cat needed to have 24-hour care for a few days. The staff and team of doctors were amazing – everyone was so communicative and constantly expressed that we could call any time with any questions about our kitty. Thank you to everyone there! And bonus, the place is incredibly clean and has a fun decor!

We hope we don’t have to go back so our cat isn’t sick again, but they will definitely be our first choice in care when needed!” — Melissa K.

“I’m so grateful to TrueCare. When my cat was diagnosed with idiopathic chylothorax, we spent quite a bit of time at TrueCare over a 2.5-month period.

Dr. Chaplow was my cat’s specialist and she was great. She was caring and honest, and when it came time to say goodbye to my beautiful girl, she prepared me and supported me throughout the experience.

Over the course of 2.5 months, I came to know a lot of the staff and other doctors. The doctors and staff are professional, caring and compassionate. They took great care of Daisy. Thank you TrueCare!” — N.W.