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The Drake Center for Veterinary Care

4.3 99 reviews
Overall rating
4.3
out of 5
99 reviews
5 star 81%
4 star 4%
3 star 2%
2 star 2%
1 star 11%

About The Drake Center for Veterinary Care

The Drake Center for Veterinary Care, an AAHA-accredited hospital located in Encinitas, California, is dedicated to providing high-quality and compassionate care for family pets. The experienced team, led by Dr. Kovacevich, takes a thorough and conservative approach to diagnosing and treating various health concerns. The hospital is well-respected in the community, with veterinarians known for their expertise. The staff is friendly, professional, and committed to excellent care. The hospital offers a wide range of services, including digital x-rays, bloodwork, medications, and surgery, all performed on-site. The Annex, a new addition, serves as a modern facility for appointments, making the experience even more convenient for pet owners. With reasonable prices and flexible non-emergency hours, The Drake Center for Veterinary Care is a trusted choice for pet owners seeking top-notch care for their furry friends. Customers appreciate the promptness and efficiency of the staff, noting the fair charges and the absence of unnecessary tests, ensuring that pets receive the care they truly need.

Aug 2026
5.0
The Drake Center is amazing! We have seen several different doctors and they’re all equally Capable and caring. As far as we’re concerned, they’re the best in north San Diego.
Aug 2026
5.0
The Drake Center team is always very sweet to our old guy Tex (14) and listens to our concerns with compassion. We inherited our sweet boy from my mom and want to make sure we take care of him as she would. This wonderful team helps us do this and they always seem to be able to fit us in when needed. Thank you Drake team!!
Jul 2026
5.0
Dr Shotwell is a God Send! She was able to get me in for emergency visit for my cat Sassy!
I went to other veterinarians for Sassy’s health condition and I was not getting the answers I wanted/needed.
Dr Shotwell is amazing and will always recommend her and the Drake Center! Everyone here truly loves their profession and the care we received truly shows their love and dedication for our pets!
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Hours

Monday 7AM - 7PM
Tuesday 7AM - 7PM
Wednesday 7AM - 7PM
Thursday 7AM - 7PM
Friday 7AM - 7PM
Saturday 7AM - 5PM
Sunday 8AM - 5PM

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  • parking: lot

Location

195 North El Camino Real, Encinitas, CA 92024

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