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Your Trusted Gardena Veterinarian
South Bay Veterinary Care has been serving the Gardena, California community with comprehensive veterinary services for over two decades. Founded by Dr. Linda Miyashiro, a licensed veterinarian with extensive experience in companion animal care, we specialize in preventative medicine, dental procedures, surgical interventions, and emergency treatments. Our multilingual team (English, Japanese, Spanish) prioritizes patient education and advanced diagnostics, utilizing modern equipment for in-house bloodwork, digital radiology, and state-of-the-art surgical facilities.With seven-day-a-week operations and a commitment to treating pets as cherished family members, we combine clinical expertise with compassionate care to ensure optimal animal health outcomes. Our practice maintains rigorous professional standards through continuous staff training and partnerships with specialist referral centers when complex cases require additional expertise.
Services
Dental Cleanings
Health Certificates
In-House Diagnostics
Radiology
Veterinary Surgery
Urgent Care
Vaccines
Wellness Exams
Bloodwork
Pet Health Education
Highlights and features
- We offer preventative care, dental, surgical and emergency services under one roof
- Our owner is an experienced licensed veterinarian with specialized surgical expertise
- We maintain seven-day-a-week availability for urgent pet care needs
- Multilingual staff fluent in English, Japanese, and Spanish
- We utilize advanced diagnostics with in-house laboratory capabilities
What people say
Best veterinary care
Genuinely caring staff
Extremely knowledgeable
Very professional team
Compassionate care
Services
Dental Cleanings
Professional dental cleanings for pets prevent periodontal disease and maintain oral health. Our complete dental services include scaling, polishing, full mouth radiographs, and extractions when necessary. We recommend annual cleanings to ensure your pet's dental health and prevent systemic health issues.
In-House Diagnostics
Our in-house diagnostic laboratory provides rapid bloodwork results for timely treatment decisions. We perform complete blood counts, chemistry panels, and specialized tests to identify health conditions. This capability enables immediate diagnosis and treatment for critically ill animals requiring urgent care.
Veterinary Surgery
Comprehensive surgical services include routine spays/neuters and complex soft tissue procedures. Our surgical suite features modern monitoring equipment with dedicated veterinary technicians managing anesthesia and post-operative care. Each patient receives individualized pain management and follow-up evaluations to ensure proper healing.
Radiology
Digital radiology services enable accurate diagnosis of musculoskeletal and internal organ conditions. Board-certified radiologists review complex cases to provide specialized interpretations. We utilize advanced imaging technology to examine bone structures, joint integrity, and internal organ systems for comprehensive diagnostic capabilities.
Emergency Care
Emergency veterinary services are available during regular business hours for accident, injury, or sudden illness situations. Our trained staff provides immediate stabilization and triage assessment for critical cases. Emergency care includes diagnostic testing, pain management, and hospitalization when required for patient treatment and recovery.
People
Dr. Linda Miyashiro
Owner/Veterinarian
Dr. Linda Miyashiro founded South Bay Veterinary Care with a commitment to compassionate animal care. With over 20 years of clinical experience, she specializes in companion animal medicine and surgery. Her career progression from kennel assistant to licensed veterinarian ensures deep understanding of pet care operations.
Questions
What services does South Bay Veterinary Care offer?
We provide wellness exams, dental cleanings, vaccinations, surgical procedures, in-house diagnostics, digital radiology, and emergency care for dogs and cats during regular business hours.
Do you offer weekend appointments?
Yes, our clinic operates seven days a week with Saturday and Sunday hours from 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM for both routine and urgent care needs.
How do I schedule a veterinary appointment?
Call us at 310-323-9555 during business hours or use our online appointment request system to schedule wellness visits, dental cleanings, or surgical consultations.
Are emergency services available after hours?
Emergency care is provided during regular business hours. For after-hour emergencies, we recommend contacting 24-hour referral hospitals in the South Bay area.
Do you provide care for exotic pets?
Our clinic specializes in canine and feline care only. For exotic animal care, we can provide referrals to specialized veterinary practices in the Los Angeles region.
