By VetsCompared
About Veterinary Care in Roanoke
Roanoke offers pet owners a strong veterinary market, with 19 clinics averaging 4.7 stars across 4,168 Google reviews. The city stands out for having a broad mix of options, including care beyond standard cats-and-dogs practices, and almost half of clinics offer weekend hours for added convenience.
Top 3 clinics (current town ranking table)
| Clinic | Our Score | Verified | Published prices |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pet Vet Roanoke | 49/100 | — | 1 |
| Cave Spring Veterinary Clinic | 49/100 | — | 1 |
| Roanoke Animal Hospital | 48/100 | — | 5 |
Roanoke is a good town to be a pet owner if you want options. With a large field of clinics and a deep bank of public feedback, the local market looks mature enough that owners can be selective about fit instead of settling for the first available appointment. The overall picture is especially encouraging for households that may need more than basic dog-and-cat care, since Roanoke appears to support a companion-plus-exotics mix rather than a one-size-fits-all scene.
The main caution in Roanoke is not quality so much as logistics. None of the clinic listings are verified, so it is worth confirming hours, species seen, and current services directly before you rely on an online profile. Weekend access is decent but not universal, evening coverage is limited, and there is no local emergency veterinary option in this set. For pet owners, that means convenience can vary a lot from one clinic to another, and true emergencies may require going outside Roanoke.
That makes the smartest selection process fairly practical. Start by matching the clinic to your pet and your most likely needs: a healthy adult dog or cat may do well almost anywhere with strong communication and timely appointments, while owners of rabbits, birds, reptiles, or other exotics should confirm species-specific experience before booking. Because Roanoke has a lot of review history, read for patterns rather than isolated praise or complaints, especially how a practice handles anxious pets, follow-up questions, treatment explanations, and urgent same-day requests.
If you live in Roanoke, the best move is to choose a primary vet before you are under pressure. Ask what happens after hours, whether weekend appointments are realistic to get, and where the clinic sends patients when a case is beyond its scope. In a town with many well-regarded choices but no local emergency backstop, planning ahead is one of the clearest ways to turn a good veterinary market into a genuinely reliable one for your household.
Best Rated Veterinary Clinics in Roanoke, Virginia
Top-ranked veterinary practices based on quality, service, and customer reviews
Our Score (49/100)
Pet Vet Roanoke is a veterinary clinic in Roanoke, Virginia, located at 2133 Electric Rd, Roanoke, VA 24018. The clinic treats dogs, cats, and exotic pets. Recent comments highlight friendly staff interactions and clear, informative...
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Our Score (49/100)
Cave Spring Veterinary Clinic is a small-animal practice in Roanoke, Virginia, located at 4538 Old Cave Spring Rd, Roanoke, VA 24018. The clinic treats dogs and cats. On Google, it has a 4.9/5 rating from 323 reviews, with recent comments...
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Our Score (48/100)
Roanoke Animal Hospital is a veterinary clinic in Roanoke, Virginia, located at 2814 Franklin Rd SW. The clinic treats dogs and cats, and a recent review also describes care for a ferret. On Google, it is rated 4.8/5 with 419 reviews.
Big Lick Veterinary Services is a small-animal veterinary clinic in Roanoke, Virginia, located at 7777 Bent Mountain Rd, Roanoke, VA 24018. The clinic treats dogs and cats. Emergency or out-of-hours availability and opening hours are not...
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Brandon Animal Hospital is a small-animal veterinary clinic in Roanoke, Virginia, located at 3403 Brandon Ave SW, Roanoke, VA 24018. The clinic treats dogs and cats. Emergency or out-of-hours availability is not described, and opening...
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More Veterinary Practices in Roanoke
Additional veterinary clinics serving the area
Hanging Rock Animal Hospital is a veterinary clinic in Roanoke, Virginia, located at 1910 Loch Haven Dr. The clinic treats dogs, cats, and exotics. Google reviews reflect a strong overall reputation, with recent feedback highlighting...
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Veterinary Wellness Center of Roanoke is a small-animal veterinary clinic in Roanoke, Virginia at 1108 Brandon Ave SW. It treats dogs and cats. Recent feedback describes a clean, calm environment and a staff that is friendly, professional,...
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VCA Valley Animal Hospital is a veterinary clinic in Roanoke, Virginia, located at 5146 Hildebrand Rd NW, Roanoke, VA 24012. It treats dogs and cats. Google reviews show a 4.7/5 rating across 470 reviews. Opening hours and...
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Bonsack Veterinary Hospital is a small-animal veterinary clinic in Roanoke, Virginia, located at 1620 Blue Ridge Blvd. The clinic treats dogs and cats. Emergency or out-of-hours care and opening hours are not specified.
Brambleton Veterinary Hospital is a small-animal clinic in Roanoke, Virginia, located at 3528 Brambleton Ave SW. It treats dogs and cats. On Google, it has a 4.5/5 rating from 194 reviews.
Veterinarians To Cats is a veterinary clinic in Roanoke, Virginia, located at 2750 Electric Rd. Recent reviewers describe visits for cats, including care for an elderly cat. The clinic has a 4.9/5 Google rating from 534 reviews.
Banfield Pet Hospital is a small-animal veterinary clinic in Roanoke, Virginia, located at 4749 Valley View Blvd NW, Roanoke, VA 24012. The clinic treats dogs and cats. Public information does not specify opening hours or whether...
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Our Score (43/100)
Avian and Exotic Pet Clinic of Roanoke is a veterinary clinic in Roanoke, Virginia, located in the Tanglewood West Building (Lower Front Parking Lot, left side), 3959 Electric Rd #155. The clinic lists care for dogs and cats, and recent...
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Harris Animal Hospital is a veterinary clinic in Roanoke, Virginia, located at 6805 Peters Creek Rd. Recent reviews describe care for dogs and cats, with an emphasis on compassionate, personalized treatment. The clinic has a 4.7/5 Google...
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North Roanoke Veterinary Hospital is a veterinary clinic on Peters Creek Road in Roanoke, Virginia. On Google, it has a 4.5/5 rating from 118 reviews. Recent feedback includes praise for care from the doctor and staff and concerns about...
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Our Score (38/100)
Southern Hills Animal Hospital (Thornton Preston DVM) is a veterinary clinic in Roanoke, Virginia located at 3827 Hite St SW. The clinic is noted in reviews for attentive care and a caring staff. Care is listed for dogs and cats, with one...
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Our Score (6/100)
