Community Resources
Metropolitan Veterinary Hospital provides this list as a point of reference only. We have not toured each facility, and we encourage you to visit them yourself. We suggest that you speak directly to the owner or staff so that your questions and concerns may be addressed. Share your experiences so we can help others choose wisely.
Surrounding Emergency Hospitals:
Summit Veterinary Referral Center
2505 S. 80th St, Tacoma, WA
253-983-1114
Blue Pearl Specialty & Emergency Hospital
2510 84th St. S., Ste 30-D, Lakewood, WA
253-474-0791
Blue Pearl Emergency Hospital – Renton
4208 Lind Ave. SW, Renton, WA
425-496-1000
Uptown Animal Hospital & 24-Hr. ER
3316 56th St, Ste 104, Gig Harbor, WA
253-851-7387
VCA Pacific Avenue Animal Hospital
10234 Pacific Ave S., Tacoma, WA
253-537-0241
Sumner Veterinary Hospital
16024 60th St E., Sumner, WA
253-863-2258
Olympia Veterinary Specialists
902 Union Ave SE, Olympia, WA
360-339-3596
Affordable Animal Emergency Clinic
602 Auburn Way N., Auburn, WA
253-939-6272
VCA Central Kitsap Animal Hospital
2238 NW Bucklin Hill Rd, Silverdale, WA
360-692-6162
Animal Emergency and Trauma Center
320 NW Linduig Way, Poulsbo, WA
360-697-7771
Need to Know:
Another Approach Animal Health & Behavior | In-Home Medical Administration
5608 S Durango St, Tacoma, WA 98409
253-274-0791
Bright Spot Dog Training | Kathy Sdao
253-307-7987
The Humane Society for Tacoma and Pierce County
2608 Center St, Tacoma, WA 98409
253-383-2733
Dog Breed Info
Visit the Dog Breed Info Center to find out which breed would best suit your family, info about raising a puppy, learn about dog behavior, breed temperaments and genetic health issues specific to certain breeds.Local Pet-Related Businesses We Love
Daycare & Boarding
Brown Dog University
Boarding, Training, and Diving Dock Dogs
253-273-2527
Canyon Pet Lodge
Dog and cat resort on a 5 acre ranch
14720 58th Ave E, Puyallup, WA
253-531-2422
Fort Fido
Family owned and operated Doggie Daycare, Overnight Boarding & Pet Supply Store
6908 27th Street West, University Place, WA
253-460-0299
Good Karma Pet Care
Doggy Day Care
414 St. Helens Ave., Tacoma, WA
253-573-0924
Lucky Dog Daycare
1610 6th Ave, Tacoma, WA
253-274-9663
The Pet Brigade
Full pet service facility located on Joint Base Lewis-McChord, WA that offers dog and cat boarding, doggie daycare, grooming and training
Joint Base Lewis-McChord, WA 98433
253-912-4898
Walk this Way Dogs
"You need a dog walker. Walk this Way Dogs!" This couple began walking dogs to pay college tuition after leaving the corporate world, and they decided to go all in and work for the dog. Rated #1 on Yelp, Walk This Way Dogs is the premiere dog walking and pet sitting service of Tacoma. Locally owned and operated, Walk This Way Dogs is here for you and your pet 365 days a year.
253-468-4040
Wet Noses Dry Paws
Indoor Dog Park and Doggy Day Care
411 Fawcett Ave, Tacoma, WA
253-212-0120
Cat Boarding
Tacoma Cat Hospital
1035 Regents Blvd
Fircrest, WA 98466
253-473-2287
Gillshire Kennels
2519 128th Street East
Tacoma, WA 98445
253-531-5589
City Pet Care
253-431-3915
Sitters & Dog Walkers
City Pet Care
Professional home pet care for your workdays, extended outings & vacations.
253-431-3915
Walk this Way Dogs
"You need a dog walker. Walk this Way Dogs!" This couple began walking dogs to pay college tuition after leaving the corporate world, and they decided to go all in and work for the dog. Rated #1 on Yelp, Walk This Way Dogs is the premiere dog walking and pet sitting service of Tacoma. Locally owned and operated, Walk This Way Dogs is here for you and your pet 365 days a year.
253-468-4040
Dog Training, Behavioral Consultants & Rehab
Adaptive Animals
Private consultations at home and remotely developing a progam tailored to you and your pet's needs. Use Online Contact Form
Alpha & Omega Dog Training
South Sound's premier natural dog trainer and whisperer, Garrett Stevens, is a phone call away! Call 253-653-4890 and turn dog problems into solutions.
Bright Spot Dog Training | Kathy Sdao
253-307-7987
Brown Dog University
Boarding, Training, and Diving Dock Dogs
253-273-2527
Companion Animal Solutions
Dog training and pet behavior experts serving the Tacoma area.
800-920-2858
Elite K9
Elite K9 offers everything from basic obedience to, agility, sports work and specialized service dog task training and public access training.
5617 South Tacoma Way, Tacoma, Washington 98409
253-209-5893
Four Paws Animal Rehabilitation
Providing professional rehabilitation medicine for animals recovering from orthopedic or neurological problems and surgery and improving mobility and reducing pain for pets with chronic conditions.
360-753-7297
Modern Day Dog Training
Tacoma's Force-Free Dog Training | In-Home Training and Group Bully Breed Classes
253-328-3436
Positive Approach Dog Training
Offering a wide variety of classes and services for puppies and adult dogs.
1501 S Center St, Tacoma, WA 98409 (near the Humane Society).
253-627-4275
Grief Support
The Rainbow Bridge is often referred to when we lose a beloved animal companion. Pet Loss Support can be found here as well. Sometimes we are at a loss and have so many questions about this topic in general. This ASPCA link addresses a variety of questions in this FAQs article while offering additional topics you can explore.Groomers
Bark Bath & Beyond
Full service pet grooming in the Stadium District
8310 S. Park Ave., Tacoma, WA
253-627-1023
Positive Approach
Relax & freshen up your best friend with a spa treatment.
1501 S Center St, Tacoma, WA
253-627-4275
Tacoma's Best Pet Grooming
3411 6th Ave, Tacoma, WA
253-756-7385
Shampooch Self-Serve Dog Wash
Shampooch allows customers to conveniently wash their dogs
2914 6th Ave, Tacoma, WA
253-272-5450
Snoop Dogg Mobile Grooming
We come to YOU. Call Lara at 253-292-8794 for an estimate. Baths include: bath, blow dry, brushing, nail trim, anal expression, & ear cleaning.
Goodies & Accessories
Lucky Dog Outfitters
Terrific selection of treats, toys and outfits for your pets.
3411 6th Ave, Tacoma, WA
253-761-4486
Mud Bay
Natural foods and a wide variety of toys and supplies.
3804 Bridgeport Way, Tacoma, WA
253-565-1955
635 Division Ave, Tacoma, WA
253-448-8440
Next to Nature
Healthy foods, toys and accessories for our urban-dwelling pets.
1624 Tacoma Ave
253-779-8141
Sacred Embers
Jewelry and decorative pieces are created by fusing dichroic glass with the ashes of your beloved pets.
Wag Pet Market
Natural foods, fun toys and accessories. Wag On!
2703 N Proctor St, Tacoma
253-756-0924
Brands We Trust
Advantage Multi
Protects dogs and cats from heartworm disease and flea infestations in one dose with monthly applications
FleaBusters
Flea powder that cannot fail as it kills fleas physically rather than chemically, thus fleas cannot build up an immunity to the product
Frontline
Topical tick and flea control product for use on dogs and cats
Hill's Prescription Diet
Nutritional support when your pet needs it most
Iam's Veterinary Diets
Based on years of research and dedication to the health of pets
Royal Canin Pet Food
Superb nutrition based solely on science which benefits the pet
Pet Friendly Housing in Downtown Tacoma
Conservatory Place Apartments
Park Tower
Kensington-Lauriston Apartments
247 Tacoma Ave S
(253) 272-0911
Special Promotion: After moving in, mention you heard about Kensington-Lauriston through our website and they will buy you a $50 gift card to use at Met Vet for your pet!
The Stillwater Apartments
Local Businesses We Love
By the Numbers
Monthly bookkeeping for small businesses, individual & small business tax preparation
Titus-Will Service & Tire in Stadium District
616 Broadway, Tacoma, WA 98402
253-627-3111
