South Shores Pet Clinic

★ 4.4 · 297 Google reviews·Veterinary clinic·San Pedro, CA
South Shores Pet Clinic, San Pedro
Boarding
Dogs Away score8.8 /10Very good · 297 reviews · top 91% in Los Angeles
Sources
Behind the 8.8
Reviews read
297 on Google
Average stars
4.40 ★
Rank
#282 of 333 in Los Angeles
Ratings as of
July–October 2026
See the reviews on Google ↗
Policies published2 of 27From their website, 2026-09-08

South Shores Pet Clinic is a veterinary clinic in San Pedro, CA, offering boarding. It scores 8.8/10 (very good) from 297 Google reviews averaging 4.4 stars — #282 of 333 in Los Angeles. Of the 27 policies we check, its website states 2.

Veterinary practiceA vet clinic that also offers boarding.
Vaccine rules publishedRequired: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella · Not mentioned: canine influenza, leptospirosis

About this place

South Shores Pet Clinic, established in 1964, provides comprehensive veterinary care for pets in San Pedro, California. Our team of skilled veterinarians offers services including wellness care, dentistry, surgery, orthopedic, cardiology, internal medicine, dermatology, chiropractic care, urgent care, boarding, and grooming. We are passionate about providing quality veterinary care to every pet we see. From a caring team to thorough exams, effective diagnostics, and treatment, we’ll care for you

From the business’s public profile.

Key facts

Services
VeterinaryBoardingGrooming
Type
Veterinary practice
Boarding rate
Not published
Daycare rate
Not published
Open 24 hours
No
Rank in Los Angeles
#282 of 333
Google rating
★4.4 (297)
From downtown
23.0 mi
Neighborhood
San Pedro
Profile claimed on Google
Yes

Policies & requirements

2/27

2 of the 27 policies owners ask about are published on their website.Checked on their website, 2026-09-08. Open a policy to see their exact words.

Admission requirements2 of 6 published
Vaccinations requiredRequired: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella · Not mentioned: canine influenza, leptospirosis
Their words
“Canine Distemper/Parvo, Bordatella, and Rabies vaccinations for dogs and Feline Distemper and Rabies for cats are the required vaccinations for all pets to board with us.”sspet.com/boarding/
Vaccination recordsProof checked, not taken on word
Their words
“If your pet is not a current patient of ours, we require proof of current vaccinations.”sspet.com/boarding/
Show 25 policies not published on their website
Bordetella lead timeNot published on their website
Fecal / parasite testNot published on their website
Spay / neuterNot published on their website
Temperament evaluationNot published on their website
Staff on site overnightNot published on their website
Staff-to-dog ratioNot published on their website
Maximum playgroup sizeNot published on their website
Staff certificationNot published on their website
Play modelNot published on their website
Groups separated byNot published on their website
Time out of their roomNot published on their website
Solo care for dogs who skip group playNot published on their website
HousingNot published on their website
Outdoor accessNot published on their website
CapacityNot published on their website
Climate controlNot published on their website
Live cameras for ownersNot published on their website
Photo / report-card updatesNot published on their website
ToursNot published on their website
Injury / fight policyNot published on their website
Veterinary accessNot published on their website
Administers medicationNot published on their website
FeedingNot published on their website
AvailabilityNot published on their website
Online bookingNot published on their website

Policies change, so confirm anything that matters when you book. Items marked “described by reviewers” come from customers, not from the facility.

Score & reviews

8.8Very goodDogs Away score
5 ★245
4 ★11
3 ★3
2 ★4
1 ★34
★ 4.40Google average
297reviews behind the score
★ 4.61Los Angeles average

Higher is better. A score backed by more reviews is more reliable. Read the reviews on Google Maps. Data as of July–October 2026.

What reviewers mention most

dental cleaning 8father and son vet team 3ear infection treatment 3informative doctor 3blood test 3extractions 3accurate diagnosis 3quick appointment 3

Topics extracted from public review text, with the number of reviews that mention each.

Hours

Mon
8 AM–5 PM
Tue
8 AM–5 PM
Wed
8 AM–6 PM
Thu
8 AM–5 PM
Fri
8 AM–5 PM
Sat
8 AM–3 PM
Sun
Closed

From the public profile, July–October 2026. Drop-off and pick-up windows can be narrower; holiday hours vary.

For travelers

LGB · Long Beach
11.3 mi
LAX · Los Angeles International
16.1 mi
BUR · Hollywood Burbank
33.1 mi
Weekday hours span
8 AM – 6 PM
Open Sunday
No

Straight-line miles, not driving distance. Hours span from the public profile; confirm drop-off and pick-up windows before a flight.

Location

2318 S Western Ave, San Pedro, CA 90732

23.0 miles from downtown Los Angeles · San Pedro · Get directions

Amenities & details

Onsite servicesWheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lotGender-neutral restroomLGBTQ+ friendlyAppointment requiredAppointments recommended

Self-reported on the business’s public profile.

Questions about South Shores Pet Clinic

What services does South Shores Pet Clinic offer?
South Shores Pet Clinic is listed as a veterinarian in San Pedro, CA, offering boarding.
How much does South Shores Pet Clinic charge?
We did not find a published rate on South Shores Pet Clinic's website when we checked it (2026-09-08); call the facility for pricing. For reference, the Los Angeles median published boarding rate is $74/night across 106 facilities.
What vaccines does South Shores Pet Clinic require?
According to its website: Required: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella · Not mentioned: canine influenza, leptospirosis.
Is someone on site overnight at South Shores Pet Clinic?
South Shores Pet Clinic's website does not say whether a person is on site overnight (checked 2026-09-08). That is common — ask the facility directly before booking an overnight stay.
How does South Shores Pet Clinic compare with other Los Angeles facilities?
It ranks #282 of 333 in the Los Angeles index by Dogs Away score (8.8/10, very good), based on 297 Google reviews averaging 4.4 stars.

Cite this record

Facts on this page are sourced line by line. To reference it:

South Shores Pet Clinic, San Pedro, CA. Dogs Away facility record, 2026-09-08. https://dogsaway.co/los-angeles-ca/south-shores-pet-clinic/

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