By VetsCompared
About Veterinary Care in Hot Springs
Hot Springs, Arkansas has 15 veterinary clinics with an average Google rating of 4.6 out of 5, giving pet owners a broad, generally well-reviewed set of options. One notable feature of the local market is that, despite the strong choice, no clinics are open on weekends and there is no local emergency veterinary service.
Top 3 clinics (current town ranking table)
| Clinic | Our Score | Verified | Published prices |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lake Hamilton Animal Hospital | 43/100 | — | — |
| Temperance Hill Animal Hospital | 42/100 | — | — |
| Hot Springs Animal Hospital | 41/100 | — | — |
For most pet owners, vets in Hot Springs offer the kind of choice that makes comparison worthwhile. The town has a deep enough bench and enough review history to suggest a mature pet-care market, so you are not choosing blindly or settling for a single dominant option. That is especially helpful if you want to compare bedside manner, appointment availability, and whether a clinic feels like a long-term fit for routine care.
The biggest caution is not quality but logistics and listing confidence. None of the clinics are verified, so treat online details as a starting point and confirm hours, doctor availability, and species seen before you go. Access is also the clear weak spot in Hot Springs: there is no weekend coverage, nothing open past 7 p.m., and no local emergency veterinary service. In practice, that means routine and preventive care can be handled locally, but urgent after-hours problems may require driving outside town.
A practical way to choose is to narrow your shortlist by the kind of care you need rather than by ratings alone. Ask about same-day sick visits, surgery scheduling, dental care, diagnostics, and how quickly the clinic can usually see new patients versus established ones. If your work schedule is tight, weekday flexibility matters more in Hot Springs than in places with weekend options, so a clinic that can reliably fit you in during the week may be the best everyday choice.
Hot Springs also appears stronger than average for households that need more than standard dog-and-cat care. The service mix suggests at least some coverage beyond typical companion animals, which is encouraging for owners of rabbits, birds, reptiles, or other small pets. Even so, exotic care can vary widely from clinic to clinic, so it is worth asking exactly which species the veterinarian routinely treats and what can be managed in-house before assuming every option offers the same depth of care.
Best Rated Veterinary Clinics in Hot Springs, Arkansas
Top-ranked veterinary practices based on quality, service, and customer reviews
Our Score (43/100)
Lake Hamilton Animal Hospital is a veterinary clinic in Hot Springs, Arkansas, located at 1525 Airport Rd, Hot Springs, AR 71913. The clinic reports treating dogs, cats, and exotics. On Google, it is rated 4.8/5 from 1,078 reviews, with...
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Our Score (42/100)
Temperance Hill Animal Hospital is a small-animal veterinary clinic in Hot Springs, Arkansas. It treats dogs and cats and is located at 111 Temperance Hill Rd, Hot Springs, AR 71913. Recent feedback mentions clear explanations of...
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Our Score (41/100)
Hot Springs Animal Hospital is a small-animal veterinary clinic in Hot Springs, Arkansas, located at 1533 Malvern Ave. It treats dogs and cats. Public feedback commonly mentions a caring, professional staff, with one recent complaint...
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Countryside Animal Hospital is a small-animal veterinary clinic in Hot Springs, Arkansas, located at 3620 Central Ave Ste G. It reports treating dogs and cats. Recent reviewers describe timely scheduling for urgent concerns and friendly,...
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All Creatures Animal Hospital is a veterinary clinic in Hot Springs, Arkansas, located at 2350 Higdon Ferry Rd. It primarily treats dogs and cats, and recent reviews also mention care for a turkey. Google reviewers commonly describe the...
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More Veterinary Practices in Hot Springs
Additional veterinary clinics serving the area
Our Score (43/100)
Lake Hamilton Animal Hospital is a veterinary clinic in Hot Springs, Arkansas, located at 1525 Airport Rd, Hot Springs, AR 71913. The clinic reports treating dogs, cats, and exotics. On Google, it is rated 4.8/5 from 1,078 reviews, with...
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Our Score (42/100)
Temperance Hill Animal Hospital is a small-animal veterinary clinic in Hot Springs, Arkansas. It treats dogs and cats and is located at 111 Temperance Hill Rd, Hot Springs, AR 71913. Recent feedback mentions clear explanations of...
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Our Score (41/100)
Hot Springs Animal Hospital is a small-animal veterinary clinic in Hot Springs, Arkansas, located at 1533 Malvern Ave. It treats dogs and cats. Public feedback commonly mentions a caring, professional staff, with one recent complaint...
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Countryside Animal Hospital is a small-animal veterinary clinic in Hot Springs, Arkansas, located at 3620 Central Ave Ste G. It reports treating dogs and cats. Recent reviewers describe timely scheduling for urgent concerns and friendly,...
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All Creatures Animal Hospital is a veterinary clinic in Hot Springs, Arkansas, located at 2350 Higdon Ferry Rd. It primarily treats dogs and cats, and recent reviews also mention care for a turkey. Google reviewers commonly describe the...
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Waggin Wheel Veterinary Clinic is a small-animal practice in Hot Springs Village, Arkansas, located at 3647 N Hwy 7. It treats dogs and cats. Recent customer feedback highlights compassionate care, clear communication, and a clean,...
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Fletcher Veterinary Clinic is a veterinary practice in Hot Springs, Arkansas, located at 215 S Moore Rd, Hot Springs, AR 71913. On Google, it holds a 4.7/5 rating from 322 reviews. Recent comments describe Dr. Fletcher and the team as...
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Our Score (34/100)
Airport Road Animal Hospital - Mark A. Bell DVM is a veterinary clinic located at 1449 Airport Rd, Hot Springs, AR 71913. The clinic has a 4.8/5 Google rating from 289 reviews. It maintains a Facebook page at...
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Vetco Vaccination Clinic is a pet vaccination clinic located at 315 Cornerstone Blvd, Hot Springs, AR 71913. It treats dogs and cats. Google reviews show a small number of ratings with a top overall rating.
Blue Poodle Pet Salon is a pet grooming business located at 540 Airport Rd, Hot Springs, Arkansas. It has a 4.4/5 rating on Google from 74 reviews. A phone number is listed as +1 501-525-2112, and the website is http://bluepoodlepet.top/.
