Low-Cost Vet Clinic Opened in Northridge
The Community Animal Medicine Project now offers affordable pet care inside a local PetSmart.
Updated on Oct. 8, 2026 in Pet Health
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The Community Animal Medicine Project has opened a new nonprofit veterinary clinic in Northridge, replacing its previous facility in Mission Hills. This site is the only one currently serving the San Fernando Valley with accessible wellness and surgical care.
Why it matters
The clinic helps local pet owners manage rising veterinary costs while addressing transportation barriers in the region. By providing affordable spay and neuter services, the organization aims to reduce overcrowding in local animal shelters.
The clinic provides wellness exams, vaccinations, and surgeries, with spay and neuter costs starting at $140 for cats and $225 for dogs under 40 lbs. Families may also use city-distributed vouchers to further subsidize these expenses.
The players
The Community Animal Medicine Project
A nonprofit organization focused on expanding veterinary care access through low-cost clinics and specialized training programs.
PetSmart
A national pet supply retailer that partners with veterinary organizations to provide space for in-store health services.
The details
The facility operates by hosting the Veterinarian Training Project, which has trained 50 veterinarians annually since 2022. Services are provided at a significant discount compared to the typical $400 to $1,000 range seen at private practices. The clinic remains in its current Northridge footprint until the organization's new headquarters in Arlington Heights opens in 2027.
Timeline
The organization launched the Veterinarian Training Project in 2022.
The Northridge clinic soft-launched operations in early July 2026.
The official ribbon-cutting ceremony occurred on September 26, 2026.
New headquarters are scheduled to open in Arlington Heights in 2027.
The Home Front
This clinic opening marks the latest expansion of the 2022 Veterinarian Training Project initiative as the organization scales its provider training model. It aligns with broader efforts to lower pet ownership costs and decrease the burden on municipal animal control systems.
Pet owners in the San Fernando Valley can verify their eligibility for city-distributed vouchers through local government resources before scheduling a visit. You should check your pet's vaccination records and surgical needs through the official clinic booking portal to confirm current availability.
The takeaway
Nonprofit clinics like this one offer a vital alternative for budget-conscious families while providing practical training for new veterinarians. Visit the website to confirm if your specific pet weight and procedure needs are eligible for the $140 to $275 fee schedule.
Further reading
For tips on finding affordable care, visit the Pet Health section.
More information
To view the price list or request a procedure, visit the CAMP clinic appointment booking portal.
Source note: This article includes information reported by The San Fernando Valley Sun.
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