Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Emergency
services
Your Trusted Veterinarians in Garden Grove Since 1956
Established in 1956, Community Veterinary Hospital has dedicated over six decades to providing compassionate veterinary care for pets and supporting their owners. Our practice, accredited by the American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA) since 1979, adheres to rigorous standards that ensure high-quality medical care, advanced diagnostics, and surgical expertise. As a family-owned institution, we prioritize personalized service, offering wellness exams, vaccinations, diagnostics, surgery, and end-of-life care tailored to each pet's needs.Our team of seven experienced veterinarians and 33 staff members combines specialized knowledge with a commitment to community, treating every animal as part of our extended family. With flexible scheduling, including same-day appointments, and a focus on transparency in care and communication, we strive to make veterinary visits as seamless and stress-free as possible for both pets and their owners.
Services
Wellness Exams
Vaccinations
Surgery
Diagnostics
Dentistry
Boarding
Emergency Care
Microchipping
Health Certificates
End-of-Life Care
Details
- Year established: 1956
Highlights and features
- We have over 65 years of experience serving pets and families in Garden Grove.
- Our AAHA accreditation ensures adherence to the highest veterinary care standards.
- Family-owned practice combines personalized attention with advanced medical expertise.
- We offer comprehensive services from wellness exams to complex surgical procedures.
- Our team includes specialists in internal medicine and board-certified radiologists.
Associations and certifications
- AAHA Accredited
Services
Wellness Exams
Our comprehensive wellness exams ensure your pet's long-term health through physical evaluations, vaccine updates, and preventative care planning. Services include heartworm and flea prevention, diet recommendations, and early detection of potential health issues. Regular checkups help maintain optimal health for pets of all ages.
Diagnostics
We offer in-house blood work, digital radiography, and ultrasound diagnostics to quickly identify health concerns. Board-certified specialists provide echocardiogram and radiology consultations for complex cases. Advanced diagnostic capabilities enable accurate diagnoses and timely treatment plans for your pet's recovery.
Surgery
Our surgical services include spays/neuters, mass removals, dental procedures, and emergency interventions. Equipped with modern surgical facilities, we perform pre-operative diagnostics and post-operative care to ensure patient safety. Veterinarians handle routine and complex procedures with precision and compassion.
Vaccinations
We provide core and elective vaccinations to protect pets from preventable diseases. Services include rabies, distemper, and bordetella vaccines for dogs, and feline-specific immunizations. Vaccination schedules follow AAHA guidelines to maintain community-wide pet health standards.
Pet Boarding
Animal Friends Pet Hotel offers safe, comfortable boarding with 24/7 supervision. Services include playtime, feeding accommodations, and medication administration. Our facility maintains strict vaccination requirements for guest safety and provides photography sessions to capture your pet's stay.
People
William Grant II, DVM
Chief of Staff
Dr. Grant leads our veterinary team with decades of experience in medical and surgical care. He oversees clinical operations and ensures adherence to AAHA standards while maintaining a hands-on approach to patient treatment.
Dayna Wiedenkeller, DVM
Internal Medicine Specialist
Dr. Wiedenkeller specializes in complex internal medicine cases, utilizing advanced diagnostics and treatments. Her expertise in chronic disease management and collaboration with board-certified specialists ensures comprehensive care for challenging medical conditions.
Glenn Ericson, DVM
Veterinarian
Dr. Ericson provides general veterinary care with a focus on preventive medicine and geriatric pet needs. He emphasizes client education to help owners make informed decisions about their pets' health and wellness.
Lily Au, DVM
Veterinarian
Dr. Au offers compassionate care for companion animals, specializing in feline medicine and soft tissue surgery. She prioritizes creating stress-free veterinary experiences for cats and their owners through gentle handling techniques.
Thomas Kim, DVM
Veterinarian
Dr. Kim treats both routine and urgent care cases, focusing on client communication and treatment transparency. He works closely with pet owners to develop personalized care plans that align with their pets' specific health requirements.
Questions
What veterinary services do you offer?
We provide wellness exams, vaccinations, diagnostics, surgery, dentistry, boarding, and emergency care. Our services follow AAHA standards for comprehensive pet healthcare.
How do I schedule an appointment?
Call 714-537-5390 during business hours or request same-day appointments for urgent needs. We recommend arriving 10-15 minutes early for check-in.
What are your boarding requirements?
Dogs need rabies, DHLPP, and bordetella vaccinations. Cats require rabies and RCPP vaccines. All certificates must be current and provided by your veterinarian.
Do you handle after-hours emergencies?
For emergencies outside our hours (Mon-Fri 8am-6pm, Sat 8am-3pm), contact Orange County Emergency Pet Clinic at 714-462-1829 for urgent care.
Are payment plans available?
We require full payment at service time but accept major credit cards. A deposit is needed for procedures or extensive medical workups.
Is your hospital accredited?
Yes, we've been AAHA-accredited since 1979, meeting over 900 rigorous standards for veterinary excellence and patient care quality.
Reviews (5)
D. D.
Jun 16, 2022
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No appointments. Walk ins only. Waiting room is the parking lot because this place still has covid policies in place.bring a mask otherwise the kool-aid haired staff won't let you in.
Lesly Beltran
May 25, 2022
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I've found out about this place back in 2020 when I got my frenchie. The staff here are so supportive and you can see they care about there guest and pets. They show a lot of emotional support and even educated me about great dog insurances available to help me save money. I genuinely love it here thank you guys!
Gerald Stutz
May 15, 2022
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It's insane how long you have to wait at this place. The service itself is good but it takes basically a whole day to see a vet. Currently waited over an hour when I was the second person to check in after their lunch break. Coming here is extremely inconvenient. They treat my dog well it just takes way too dang long to go to this place.
Dinorah Valenzuela
Mar 26, 2022
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So blessed with all the vet doctors and their assistants I've had the greatest care for my babies I definitely recommend this place they're quick accurate and straightforward for my babies care. Any questions I've had they will answer me right away or have the main Dr call me back Thanks Gaby, Kaitlin, patty and all the other behind that desk and back office.
Stephanie Larcome
Mar 17, 2022
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They took amazing care of a dog and a cat I loved over the years and handled end of life care beautifully. I'll always be grateful for the quality care they gave my fur babies.
