I want to applaud Miguel Espinosa and the entire staff at the Pet Hospital of LA Mesa. There is so much uncertainty when you look online for a veterinary. You hear horror stories and places that charge exuberant prices. I have been going to Espinosa now for 12+ years. I drive to La Mesa from the coast because I know I'm going to get honest service at a reasonable price. I can't say enough good things about the entire staff. Read Less

I have a dog that just had puppies and one of them was born with all sorts of issues, the worst of which was being born with no diaphram..poor little thing was born at 3am and I was already waiting outside the door for about 10 minutes before they opened. I went in bawling my eyes out holding this tiny puppy that just never had a chance. The vet took me back right away and told me my options, but informed me that putting her down would be the most humane thing to do. He informed me of all the problems that she would face if I opted for surgery and ultimately she would have had a severely shortened lifespan as well as not having the quality of life that most dogs have. I was heart broken but ultimately I made the right choice and they helped me to understand and make the choice that saved her from a (short) lifetime of suffering. Dealing with crying clients I'm sure is never easy but they handled it with ease. I've taken other pets there for general care, spaying and neutering and I will continue to go there for the quality care that they provide. Read Less

My cat has recovered well from being spayed and they do it a very low cost. I live in Ramona and normally it would cost $400 @ the minimum :\ I guess the only issue I had was my cat had already pulled her stitches off because I need to get her a cone but over all $200 for her to be spayed was well worth the money and drive. Thank you Dr. Espinoza. Read Less

love this place had my two dogs neutered here, reasonable prices. Dr called himself the next day to check on them. Great staff friendly seemed to really care and love animals. Will definitely be back with my boys Jax and Blue. Read Less

Very professional staff and Veterinarians at Pet Hospital of La mesa. The low cost vaccinations and other fees were much less than Vet Co We are so please to have found such a wonderful Vet to care for our 5 dogs. Read Less

Brought my foster kittens here for spay and neuter. What I found was a small hospital, whet the vet is very hands on with every thing from surgical intake to explaining fees. The front staff was friendly, especially the yellow lab posing as greeter from behind the desk. I waited 45 minutes to be seen, but once I was the process was quick. I really appreciate that Pet Hospital of La Mesa offers low cost spays and neuters. Extras were offered but I felt no pressure to accept them or not. Read Less

Really low prices, a staff who truly cares and loves animals. I don't go to any other hospitals . My only complaint would be that they don't have more locations or a bigger Hospital. They definitely could do so much more if they had all that Read Less

I can not thank the staff and Dr. Espinosa enough for their kind words and for calling me back that night after my beloved Jack was put down due to cancer. I highly recommend Dr. Espinosa for any animal care/needs you have for your fur baby. I also appreciate the staff making the paw prints of Jack. Thank you again. Read Less

One of the best in san diego. They assist in the spaying and neutering of feral cats in san diego thru the trap and release program thru feral cat coalition. Plus the vets truly care about the welfare of the animals and provide fast friendly service. Thanks for all the lives that you make better Pet Hospital of La Mesa! Read Less

It was a sat, I was happy I made 150.00, and my sweet Little black pug was having a hard time breathing, Thought I would take her to get a antiinflamatory shot, she was always sensitive and prone to things, but she ate, pooped, peed, Yhey took her out of my arms for oxygen, when they called me the room they had 300.00 worth of tests they wanted to do. I said she went to banfield and she was on a wellness plan and had all shots blood tests, so they said they would also hospitalize her right away and that was a thousand a day , U said please give her a shot of anti inflammatory. Nope, that would have been to easy,They said if u can't do this you should put her down, so I took her home after their 72.00 fee for nothing, she was getting worse, I toile her home one more nite,She was failing( instead of being angry And taking control of things, my husband and I brought her back the next day feeling doomed( u think if my dog is Dieing they could have tried what I asked WHaT EVER YOU DO DO NOt GO HERE, THE WOULD MUCH RATHER EUTHANIZE YOU DOG THAN DO anything to make them better, EL Cajon valley vet is the place I should have went, now I HATE MYSELF, IWOULD DO ANYTINg bYObGET HER back. Read Less

AVOID! having Dr.Diana Deckert, I believe in second chances and someone having a bad day but I wish I had listened to my gut after my first appointment with her. Her bedside manner is nonexistent, I felt put down as a pet owner which was a perfect transition into me purchasing everything she recommended (I did, I love my pet I trust a doctor). When I came in again two months later she asked me about concerns I had the pervious visit, only none of the things she asked me about were concerns I had, she tried suggesting more of the medication hinting at the age of my dog as a selling point, insinuating twice, that his life span was almost up so some things wouldn't be necessary anyway (I have an older dog, but healthy and mobile). No pet owner should have to listen to that, after my second visit, mid-visit, I knew I would not be returning; telling her I would think about her (600 dollar) suggestions she gave me a look like I had wasted her time and walked out of the room without a goodbye or thank you or direction if I should leave or stay. Not that I should defend myself, but I am aware that doctors deliver news you might not want to hear, but the second visit with her was filled with blatant disdain and eyerolls at my concerns, not to mention the reason why I came, wasn't addressed. When I got to the car I was so frustrated I cried, not okay. I hate to give a star rating because my dog has gone here for over ten years and vets previous to this were great, and we have had great experiences but unfortunately after today we will most likely not be returning to this pet hospital.Read Less

Everybody here is great. They treat my animals as if they are their own, they are knowledgeable, and they are quick to respond to any inquiries you have. Been taking my cats and dog here for a couple years. Very happy. Read Less

When our feline friend of 19 years (Brown Cow) came to the end of his journey, we were so comforted by the reverence and dignity bestowed upon the transition by the staff at The Pet Hospital of La Mesa and particularly Dr. Espinosa. Brown Cow is now gone but the memories and the kind letter from Dr. Espinosa remain. Thank you all. Read Less

Our dog broke his toe. They didn't have the right size splint to they used an aluminum bar. A week later our dog had a massive infection in his leg under the bandage, it was down to the bone. Dr Rodriguez had obviously bandaged it incorrectly. She apologized. As a result he has a huge scar which is still very painful and the toe is still broken. When I approached Dr Espinoza about it he was rude and patronizing. Dr Espinoza misdiagnosed the cause of our other dogs lameness. He said it was hip dysplasia even though she was limping on the other leg!! I took her to an Orthopedic Vet and she was diagnosed as having severe arthritis in her elbows and hock. Read Less