Best Veterinarians in State College, PA
Looking for veterinarians in State College? Below you'll find 8 local options with their address, phone number, website and opening hours, plus practical advice on choosing the right one.
What they do: Veterinary clinics for wellness exams, vaccines, dental care, surgery and emergencies. Ask which emergency hospital they refer to after hours.
This guide lists 8 veterinarians in and around State College, spread across 3 ZIP codes. 8 have a phone number you can call directly from this page, 8 link to their own website, 3 are open on weekends. Listings are organized so you can compare them at a glance and contact them directly.
Top 8 Veterinarians in State College
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1 Centre Animal Hospital
- Address 1518 West College Avenue, State College, PA 16801
- Phone (814) 503-0200
- Website centreanimalhospital.com
Opening hours
| Mon | 7:30 AM-7 PM |
|---|---|
| Tue | 7:30 AM-7 PM |
| Wed | 7:30 AM-7 PM |
| Thu | 7:30 AM-7 PM |
| Fri | 7:30 AM-5:30 PM |
| Sat | Closed |
| Sun | Closed |
2 Central Pennsylvania Veterinary Emergency Treatment Services
- Address 1522 Martin Street, State College, PA 16803
- Phone (814) 237-4670
- Website cpvets.net
Opening hours
| Mon | Open 24 hours |
|---|---|
| Tue | Open 24 hours |
| Wed | Open 24 hours |
| Thu | Open 24 hours |
| Fri | Open 24 hours |
| Sat | Open 24 hours |
| Sun | Open 24 hours |
3 Ritchie Veterinary Hospital
- Address 1335 North Atherton Street, State College, PA 16803
- Phone (814) 231-2666
- Website ritchievethosp.com
Opening hours
| Mon | 8:30 AM-5:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tue | 8:30 AM-5:30 PM |
| Wed | 8:30 AM-5:30 PM |
| Thu | 8:30 AM-5:30 PM |
| Fri | 8:30 AM-5:30 PM |
| Sat | 8:30 AM-12:30 PM |
| Sun | Closed |
4 Centre County Cat Hospital
- Address 620, 622 West Cherry Lane, State College, PA 16803
- Phone (814) 238-2286
- Website centrecountycathospital.com
Opening hours
| Mon | 8 AM-5 PM |
|---|---|
| Tue | 8 AM-5 PM |
| Wed | 8 AM-5 PM |
| Thu | 8 AM-5 PM |
| Fri | 8 AM-5 PM |
5 Keystone Veterinary Care
- Address 1500 North Atherton Street, State College, PA 16803
- Phone (814) 234-0201
- Website keystonevetcare.com
Opening hours
| Mon | 8 AM-5:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tue | 8 AM-5:30 PM |
| Wed | 8 AM-5:30 PM |
| Thu | 8 AM-5:30 PM |
| Fri | 8 AM-5:30 PM |
6 VCA Animal Hospital
- Address 1044 Benner Pike, State College, PA 16801
- Phone (814) 237-5333
- Website vcahospitals.com
Opening hours
| Mon | Open 24 hours |
|---|---|
| Tue | Open 24 hours |
| Wed | Open 24 hours |
| Thu | Open 24 hours |
| Fri | Open 24 hours |
| Sat | Open 24 hours |
| Sun | Open 24 hours |
7 Happy Valley Veterinary Hospital
- Address 128 Boal Avenue, Boalsburg, PA 16827
- Phone (814) 808-2929
- Website happyvalleyvet.com
Opening hours
| Mon | 8 AM-6 PM |
|---|---|
| Tue | 8 AM-6 PM |
| Wed | 8 AM-6 PM |
| Thu | 8 AM-6 PM |
| Fri | 9 AM-6 PM |
| Sat | Closed |
| Sun | Closed |
8 University Drive Veterinary Hospital
- Address 1602 University Drive, State College, PA 16801
- Phone (814) 231-8387
- Website udvh.net
How to choose veterinarians in State College
- Visit first and check that the space is clean and the animals look healthy.
- Ask about staff experience and training.
- For vets, find out which emergency hospital they use after hours.
- Remember that Pennsylvania requires dogs 3 months and older to have a county dog license and a rabies vaccination.
- Compare prices for routine services and ask about wellness plans.
Local tips for State College
Demand for many services, from movers to cleaners to restaurants, rises and falls with the Penn State academic calendar, especially at move-in and move-out.
Book movers, hotels and restaurants well in advance around home football games, graduation and Arts Fest in July.
State College is in Centre County, and local phone numbers use the 814 area code. Popular areas include Downtown, College Heights, Highlands, Holmes-Foster, Penn State campus, Nittany Crossing, Park Forest.
Frequently asked questions
Which veterinarians in State College are open on weekends?
According to their listed hours, these are open on Saturday or Sunday: Central Pennsylvania Veterinary Emergency Treatment Services, Ritchie Veterinary Hospital, VCA Animal Hospital. Hours can change on holidays, so call before you go.
Which areas of State College do these veterinarians cover?
The veterinarians on this list are located in ZIP codes 16801, 16803, 16827. Many businesses also serve nearby neighborhoods and suburbs, so ask when you call.
Do dogs need a license in Pennsylvania?
Yes. All dogs 3 months and older must have a current license, which you can buy from your county treasurer, and must be vaccinated against rabies.
Where can I find an emergency vet in State College?
Ask your regular vet which emergency hospital they refer to, and save the number before you need it. Several 24-hour animal hospitals serve the State College area.
Is it better to adopt or buy a pet?
Adopting from a shelter or rescue gives a home to an animal in need and usually includes vaccines and spay/neuter. If you buy, use a reputable breeder and ask to meet the parents.
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