By VetsCompared
About Veterinary Care in New Orleans
New Orleans has 31 veterinary clinics, with an average Google rating of 4.7 out of 5 from 6,349 reviews, so pet owners have a strong pool of options. One practical thing to check early is access, weekend opening looks limited in the current listings, so confirm hours before choosing a regular vet.
Top 3 clinics (current town ranking table)
| Clinic | Our Score | Verified | Published prices |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maple Small Animal Clinic | 42/100 | — | 1 |
| Pet Care Center Esplanade | 42/100 | — | — |
| Lakeview Veterinary Hospital | 41/100 | — | — |
New Orleans is a good place to be choosing a vet for a dog or cat. There is a broad field of clinics and the review depth is strong, which usually means you can compare more than one solid option instead of settling for the first name you see. The service mix also looks broader than basic dog and cat care alone, so many pet owners in New Orleans should be able to find help for both routine visits and more involved medical needs.
One thing to handle carefully in New Orleans is checking details for yourself. None of the clinic listings are verified, which means listing information has not been confirmed by a registered user. Weekend access looks limited in the current listings, no clinics are shown open past 7pm, and the listings do not confirm a dedicated emergency or 24-hour option. When you call, ask exactly how the clinic handles evenings, weekends, and urgent cases, and whether they can offer same-day help for a suddenly sick pet.
To choose between vets in New Orleans, start with the basics that will matter every year, not just on day one. Shortlist two or three clinics that are easy for you to reach, then ask about appointment wait times, how quickly they fit in sick visits, who you will usually see, and how follow-up questions are handled after an exam. For cats, it is worth asking how they reduce stress during visits. For dogs, ask about support for preventive care, skin problems, and ongoing medication checks if those are relevant to your pet.
Because several New Orleans clinics appear very well liked by their clients, small differences in communication can be the best tie-breaker. A quick phone call can tell you a lot. Notice whether the team answers clearly, explains next steps simply, and makes it easy to understand what to do if your pet gets worse after hours. If a clinic feels organized and easy to reach before you book, that is often a good sign for the rest of the relationship.
Best Rated Veterinary Clinics in New Orleans, Louisiana
Top-ranked veterinary practices based on quality, service, and customer reviews
Our Score (42/100)
Maple Small Animal Clinic is a veterinary clinic in New Orleans, Louisiana, located at 7608 Maple St. It is described in reviews as a long-running practice for some clients, with comments dating back to pets being seen there since 2008....
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Our Score (42/100)
Pet Care Center Esplanade is a small-animal veterinary clinic in New Orleans, Louisiana, located at 938 Esplanade Ave. It treats dogs and cats. Public feedback frequently mentions considerate handling of pets and responsiveness to urgent...
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Our Score (41/100)
Lakeview Veterinary Hospital is a veterinary clinic in New Orleans, Louisiana, located at 6245 Memphis St. It treats dogs, cats, and exotics. Recent reviewers describe the staff as compassionate, professional, and thorough in explaining...
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Prytania Veterinary Hospital is a small-animal veterinary clinic in New Orleans, Louisiana, located at 201 Nashville Ave. It treats dogs and cats. Recent feedback highlights an organized front office team and veterinary staff described as...
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Crescent City Veterinary Hospital is a small-animal veterinary clinic in New Orleans, Louisiana, located at 524 Jefferson Ave, New Orleans, LA 70115. The clinic treats dogs and cats. On Google, it is rated 4.9/5 from 195 reviews.
More Veterinary Practices in New Orleans
Additional veterinary clinics serving the area
Carrollton Veterinary Hospital is a veterinary clinic in New Orleans, Louisiana, located at 3501 S Carrollton Ave, New Orleans, LA 70125. It treats dogs and cats, and one recent reviewer also mentioned the clinic seeing exotics. On Google,...
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Our Score (40/100)
Metairie Small Animal Hospital - Freret Clinic is a small animal veterinary clinic in New Orleans, Louisiana. It treats dogs and cats. Recent reviews describe attentive care, clear communication, and support for ongoing issues such as...
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Low Cost Animal Medical Center is a small-animal veterinary clinic in New Orleans, Louisiana, located at 4300 Washington Ave. The clinic is reviewed on Google at 4.6/5 from 1,449 reviews. Dogs and cats are listed as the animals treated.
River Ridge Veterinary Clinic is a small-animal veterinary clinic in New Orleans, Louisiana, located at 9019 Jefferson Hwy. It treats dogs and cats. Google reviews describe a caring, professional team and note appointment availability.
Midcity Veterinary Hospital is a small-animal clinic in New Orleans, Louisiana that treats dogs and cats. It is located at 3821 Orleans Ave, New Orleans, LA 70119. Google reviews show a high overall rating, with some recent comments...
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The Cat Practice is a cats-only veterinary clinic in New Orleans, located at 1809 Magazine St. Recent feedback highlights a calm, patient approach for anxious cats and clear communication around exams. The clinic has a 4.8/5 Google rating...
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Our Score (38/100)
Metairie Small Animal Hospital Lakeview Clinic is a small-animal veterinary clinic in New Orleans, Louisiana. It treats dogs and cats and is located at 734 Allen Toussaint Blvd, New Orleans, LA 70124. Recent feedback highlights veterinary...
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Batt Veterinary Services is a veterinary clinic located at 3439 Metairie Rd, Metairie, Louisiana (New Orleans area). It has a 4.7/5 Google rating from 480 reviews. Recent reviewers describe care for dogs including dental cleanings and...
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Vca Algiers Animal Hospital is a small-animal veterinary clinic in New Orleans, Louisiana. It treats dogs and cats and is located at 3807 General De Gaulle Dr, New Orleans, LA 70114. Google reviews commonly describe attentive handling...
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Our Score (37/100)
Metairie Small Animal Hospital - Marigny Clinic is a small animal veterinary clinic serving dogs and cats in New Orleans, Louisiana. It is located at 1009 Elysian Fields Ave Ste C, New Orleans, LA 70117, USA. Public feedback frequently...
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Nola Animal Clinic is a small-animal veterinary clinic in New Orleans, Louisiana, located at 4554 Downman Rd. It treats dogs and cats. On Google, it has a 4.4/5 rating across 284 reviews.
Elysian Fields Animal Clinic is a small-animal veterinary clinic in New Orleans, Louisiana, located at 4237 Elysian Fields Ave. It treats dogs and cats. Public feedback commonly describes thorough appointments and a friendly, patient staff.
