By VetsCompared
About Veterinary Care in Myrtle Beach
Myrtle Beach has 18 veterinary clinics with an average Google rating of 4.6/5 across 9,095 reviews, giving pet owners a broad, generally well-regarded set of options. One standout feature is the local mix of companion-animal and exotics care, although weekend veterinary access is notably absent.
Top 3 clinics (current town ranking table)
| Clinic | Our Score | Verified | Published prices |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carolina Forest Veterinary Hospital | 41/100 | — | — |
| Veterinary Clinic of Myrtle Beach | 41/100 | — | 1 |
| Grand Strand Animal Hospital | 41/100 | — | — |
For pet owners, Myrtle Beach looks like a relatively strong place to start. There are enough vets in Myrtle Beach that the challenge is usually not finding a well-liked clinic at all, but figuring out which one best matches your pet, your schedule, and the kind of care you expect. The overall review picture points to a town where many residents have had positive experiences, and the companion-plus-exotics mix is a real advantage for households with birds, reptiles, rabbits, or other small pets in addition to cats and dogs.
The bigger issue is access and certainty. None of the current Myrtle Beach listings are verified here, so it makes sense to confirm the basics directly before you book, especially office hours, whether the clinic is accepting new patients, and which species it actually treats. Weekend availability appears absent, late-day options also look thin, and there is no local emergency veterinary care in this set. For pet owners, that means planning matters more than usual: routine appointments may need to fit standard weekday hours, and true emergencies may require a trip outside Myrtle Beach.
In practical terms, your first round of calls should focus on fit rather than reputation alone. Ask how quickly the clinic can schedule wellness visits, whether it offers same-day sick appointments, and how the team handles diagnostics, follow-up questions, and referrals. If you own an exotic pet, confirm exactly which species the veterinarian is comfortable treating and what kinds of problems they manage in-house. For dogs and cats, pay attention to responsiveness and communication style, because those details often matter just as much as a strong public reputation once you become a regular client.
Because Myrtle Beach offers broad choice but weak after-hours access, the smartest move is to establish care before you are under pressure. A clinic that already knows your pet's history can make flare-ups, medication questions, and sudden illnesses much easier to handle, and every owner should ask in advance where that clinic sends emergencies after hours so there is no scrambling during a crisis.
Best Rated Veterinary Clinics in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina
Top-ranked veterinary practices based on quality, service, and customer reviews
Our Score (41/100)
Carolina Forest Veterinary Hospital is a small-animal clinic in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina that treats dogs and cats. It has a 4.8/5 Google rating from 1,628 reviews. Recent comments highlight friendly, caring interactions and clear...
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Our Score (41/100)
Veterinary Clinic of Myrtle Beach is a small-animal veterinary clinic in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, located at 708 21st Ave N. The clinic treats dogs and cats. On Google, it is rated 4.8/5 from 683 reviews.
Our Score (41/100)
Grand Strand Animal Hospital is a veterinary clinic in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, located at 3007 Church St B. It treats dogs and cats. On Google, it is rated 4.8/5 with 497 reviews.
River Oaks Animal Hospital is a small-animal veterinary clinic in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, located at 974 International Dr. It treats dogs and cats. Reviews frequently describe attentive, compassionate care and positive interactions...
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Myrtle Beach Animal Hospital is a veterinary clinic in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, located at 1700 Mr. Joe White Ave. It treats dogs, cats, and exotics. Recent reviews describe experiences involving urgent care needs, including...
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More Veterinary Practices in Myrtle Beach
Additional veterinary clinics serving the area
Our Score (41/100)
Carolina Forest Veterinary Hospital is a small-animal clinic in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina that treats dogs and cats. It has a 4.8/5 Google rating from 1,628 reviews. Recent comments highlight friendly, caring interactions and clear...
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Our Score (41/100)
Veterinary Clinic of Myrtle Beach is a small-animal veterinary clinic in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, located at 708 21st Ave N. The clinic treats dogs and cats. On Google, it is rated 4.8/5 from 683 reviews.
Our Score (41/100)
Grand Strand Animal Hospital is a veterinary clinic in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, located at 3007 Church St B. It treats dogs and cats. On Google, it is rated 4.8/5 with 497 reviews.
River Oaks Animal Hospital is a small-animal veterinary clinic in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, located at 974 International Dr. It treats dogs and cats. Reviews frequently describe attentive, compassionate care and positive interactions...
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Myrtle Beach Animal Hospital is a veterinary clinic in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, located at 1700 Mr. Joe White Ave. It treats dogs, cats, and exotics. Recent reviews describe experiences involving urgent care needs, including...
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Our Score (39/100)
Meadowlawn Animal Services at Myrtle Beach is a small-animal veterinary clinic in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, located at 1206 Moser Dr. The clinic treats dogs and cats. Recent reviews describe attentive staff, thorough examinations, and...
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Coastal Veterinary Care is a small-animal veterinary clinic in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, located at 185 Fresh Dr Ste B, Myrtle Beach, SC 29579. The clinic treats dogs and cats. On Google, it has a 4.6/5 rating from 273 reviews, with...
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PetVet Vaccination Clinic is a small-animal clinic in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, located at 7100 SC-707. It focuses on vaccination services for dogs and cats. Emergency or out-of-hours availability and opening hours are not stated.
Waterside Veterinary Services is a veterinary clinic in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, located at 207 George Bishop Pkwy. The clinic treats dogs, cats, and exotics. Google reviews show a 4.5/5 rating from 87 reviews, with recent feedback...
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Cat's Meow Veterinary is a cat-only veterinary clinic in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. It has a 4.8/5 Google rating from 1,093 reviews. Recent feedback includes long-term clients describing compassionate, knowledgeable care, alongside a...
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Dunes Veterinary Clinic is a small-animal veterinary practice in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, located at 7717 N Kings Hwy. Recent reviews describe a team that fits patients in quickly for urgent concerns and communicates clearly during...
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Bayside Veterinary Clinic is a small-animal veterinary clinic in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, located at 4016 River Oaks Dr #2. The clinic treats dogs and cats. Google reviews show a 5.0/5 rating from 36 reviews.
Banfield Pet Hospital is a veterinary clinic in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, located at 3635 Walton Dr Ste B. The clinic treats dogs and cats. On Google, it has a 4.2/5 rating from 454 reviews.
Our Score (35/100)
Hometown Veterinary Partners Myrtle Beach is a small-animal clinic in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, located at 970 Wood Duck Dr. The clinic treats dogs and cats. Recent reviews describe a generally compassionate care experience, with one...
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Our Score (34/100)
Animal Emergency Hospital of the Strand is a veterinary clinic in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, located at 2669 Beaver Run Blvd. It treats dogs and cats. On Google, it is rated 4.0/5 from 1,294 reviews.
VCA Palmetto Animal Hospital is a veterinary clinic in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, located at 4808 US-501. Its Google rating is 4.2/5 from 591 reviews. Recent written reviews frequently mention dogs and highlight surgery experiences and...
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Vetco Vaccination Clinic is located at 160 Sayebrook Pkwy, Myrtle Beach, SC 29588. It is a vaccination-focused clinic with a Google rating of 4.4/5 from 38 reviews. Recent comments commonly describe fast visits and friendly service.
Doc At Your Door is a veterinary practice in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. Public listing information is limited, and we could not verify detailed services or pricing from the clinic website or Google reviews at the time of publication.
