Got a pocket pet/exotic friend? We see them on select days—give us a call to book an appointment!
(Rabbits, ferrets, rats, guinea pigs and chinchillas!)

First Vet Exam Is 50% off! Click below to access our online portal and to book an appointment!

Low Cost Spay & Neuter

Quality Medicine and Surgery

Anesthetic Dental Care With X-Rays and Extractions as Needed

Trusted Veterinarian in Long Beach, CA

Open 7 Days a Week | Walk-Ins Welcome | New Client Special: 50% Off First Exam

At Top Choice Animal Hospital, our veterinary team, led by Dr. Jennifer Self, provides compassionate, full-service veterinary care in Long Beach, CA for dogs and cats. With over 20 years of experience, we’re committed to supporting your pet’s health at every stage of life. From wellness exams and vaccinations to low-cost spay and neuter services, advanced diagnostics, surgery, and anesthesia-free dental cleanings, we’re here to support your pet’s health at every stage of life.

We proudly serve pet owners throughout Long Beach, Lakewood, Bellflower, and surrounding communities with convenient, affordable care. Our clinic offers same-day appointments, walk-ins welcome, and availability 7 days a week, making it easy to get your pet the care they need when it matters most.

Conveniently located near the intersection of N Bellflower Blvd. and E Spring St., with easy access from the I-405, our Long Beach veterinary clinic is here to help. Call today to schedule your pet’s visit or request an appointment online.

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2820 N. Bellflower Blvd.
Long Beach, CA 90815

Call or Text: 562-855-0385

Fax: (562) 365-6789

Welcoming New Clients

We are a new veterinary hospital with experienced veterinarians and here to serve the dogs and cats of the community. We are a full-service hospital offering extensive services. In addition we will have a low cost spay/neuter clinic and both anesthetic dentals with x-rays, as well as anesthesia-free professional preventative dental cleanings.

Dr. Jennifer Self

Dr. Self is the proud owner of Top Choice Animal Hospital. With over two decades of experience as a veterinarian, she has spent her career gaining extensive expertise in dog and cat medicine and surgery. After graduating from Oklahoma State University’s College of Veterinary Medicine in 2001, Dr. Self developed a special interest in internal medicine, dermatology, and soft tissue surgery. Dr. Self is an active member of the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA), the California Veterinary Medical Association (CVMA), and the Southern California Veterinary Medical Association (SCVMA).

Outside of work, Dr. Self is a dedicated mother of two college-aged daughters, Tessa and Talia. She is a passionate animal lover, sharing her home with her pit-bull mix, Stormy, and three cats: Ash, Matches, and Blazey. With an unwavering commitment to veterinary medicine and caring for animals, she strives to provide the highest standard of care. Known for her kind and compassionate approach, Dr. Self prioritizes each pet’s well-being as if they were her own, building meaningful relationships with clients and ensuring their cherished companions enjoy long, healthy lives.

Dr. Stephanie Gross

Veterinarian

Dr. Stephanie Gross grew up in the beautiful state of Minnesota and received her veterinary degree from the University of Minnesota in the Twin Cities. Her interest in aquatic animals brought her to Long Beach, California where she worked for several years at the Aquarium of the Pacific, prior to transitioning full time to general practice. Her special interests include exotic medicine, ophthalmology, surgery and pet nutrition. She currently resides in Long Beach with her husband, young son and a sassy chihuahua-mix named Sophia. She enjoys spending her free time in the great outdoors while kayaking, camping, swimming and gardening.

Our Quality Veterinary Services in Long Beach, CA

At Top Choice Animal Hospital, we know that no two pets have the same health needs. That’s why our staff takes the time to understand your pet’s condition and create a personalized treatment plan centered around them. No matter what services we recommend, you can rest assured that our Long Beach veterinarian will break down what they entail. Some of the services we offer at our practice include:At Top Choice Animal Hospital, we know that no two pets have the same health needs. That’s why our staff takes the time to understand your pet’s condition and create a personalized treatment plan centered around them. No matter what services we recommend, you can rest assured that our Long Beach veterinarian will break down what they entail. Some of the services we offer at our practice include:

Pet Wellness and Prevention: Our low-cost preventive services help your pet continue to live a healthy and happy life by your side.
Spay and Neuter: We offer spaying and neutering services to help protect your pet’s reproductive health and overall well-being.
Preventive Anesthesia-Free Dental: Our team is here to provide your pet with crucial preventive dental care without anesthesia.
Pet Allergy Services: Our team will work with you to understand your pet’s allergy and give them the treatment they need.
Animal Medical Care: You can rest assured that our talented veterinary team has the experience to improve your pet’s well-being.
Pet Diagnostics: Our office features diagnostic tools that allow us to understand your pet’s condition externally and internally.

A Long Beach Veterinarian for Your Pets

If you’re looking for a veterinary hospital with the skills and experience to help keep your pet feeling their finest, our office is here for you. At Top Choice Animal Hospital, we offer comprehensive, affordable veterinary care for cats and dogs of all ages. Whether your pet is suffering from a sudden illness or dealing with a chronic health condition, you can count on our Long Beach dog and cat vet. If you live in the Long Beach area, Lakewood, Bellflower, Artesia, Seal Beach, Los Alamitos, Cypress, and LaPalma you can contact us today to book your pet’s next appointment!