Preventive Health
Wellness & Vaccinations
Thorough physical examinations, customized core & lifestyle vaccination schedules, heartworm and flea/tick preventatives, and nutritional guidance.
Explore Wellness Care →Now Welcoming New Patients in Northridge & Porter Ranch
Your pet’s veterinarian.
Right here in Northridge.
A freshly modernized, independent animal hospital dedicated to thoughtful clinical medicine, gentle low-stress handling, and clear conversations for dogs, cats, and the people who love them.
The Porter Standard
Veterinary medicine designed around your pet’s comfort.
We built Porter Veterinary Center to be the opposite of high-volume, sterile corporate chains: calm exam rooms, unhurried appointments, and direct doctor dialogue.
Low-Stress Handling
We take extra time with anxious dogs and shy cats. Gentle touch, pheromone support, and patience replace forceful restraint.
Same-Day Urgent Care
Sudden illness shouldn't require an all-night ER wait. We reserve dedicated urgent slots each day for sick pet diagnostics.
Modern In-House Tech
High-definition digital X-rays, comprehensive in-house blood analyzers, and modern monitoring equipment for quick answers.
Outdoor Play Boarding
Safe, clean overnight boarding featuring our secure, fresh-air outdoor play yard with constant veterinary oversight on premises.
Comprehensive Veterinary Care
From puppyhood and kittenhood to senior comfort.
Everything your pet needs under one roof: preventive wellness, soft tissue surgery, dentistry, diagnostic imaging, and clean boarding.
Same-Day Medical
Same-Day Urgent Care
Prompt relief for ear infections, vomiting, sudden limping, lacerations, urinary discomfort, and acute symptoms that cannot wait days for an appointment.
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Procedures & Anesthesia
Surgery & Anesthesia
A sterile surgical suite equipped with advanced multi-parameter monitoring. Spay, neuter, lump and mass removals, wound repairs, and abdominal procedures.
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Diagnostic Lab
Digital X-Rays & In-House Lab
Immediate on-site diagnostics: digital radiography, blood chemistry, complete blood counts, urinalysis, and microscope cytology for rapid answers.
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Feline Health
Dedicated Feline Medicine
Low-stress feline handling, quiet exam environments, feline kidney disease management, hyperthyroidism screening, and urinary health protocols.
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Boarding & Care
Boarding & Outdoor Play Yard
Safe, comfortable boarding suites with clean bedding, fresh air play time in our secure outdoor yard, and veterinary staff right on site.
Learn About Boarding →Locally Owned & Personally Cared For
Meet your Porter Veterinary team.
We are neighbors caring for Northridge and Porter Ranch pets. You will always see familiar, compassionate faces when you walk through our doors.
Dr. Ryan McNamara, DVM
Veterinarian
Dr. McNamara brings a calm, thoughtful, and low-stress approach to modern clinical care. Focused on thorough diagnostic medicine, routine and advanced soft-tissue surgery, dental health, and partnering closely with pet owners to make medical decisions clear and collaborative.
Stefanie
Veterinary Assistant
A welcoming, compassionate presence for pets and families from check-in through diagnostics, treatment, and discharge. Known for her gentle handling and patient reassurance with nervous animals.
Andrea
Practice Management
Leads practice administration and clinical hospital operations, ensuring smooth scheduling, modern technology integration, and exceptional hospital standards for every visit.
Julie
Hospital Manager
Coordinates patient flow, direct client communications, medical records transfers, and daily hospital management with warmth and dedication to our Northridge community.
Shannon
Accounting & Financial Operations
Manages practice accounting, transparent treatment cost estimates, payment options, and operational finances with integrity and clarity.
Welcoming New Clients
What to expect at your pet’s first visit.
We make transferring veterinary care straightforward, transparent, and completely judgment-free.
1
Call or Book Online
Let us know what your pet needs—routine checkup, booster vaccines, or a sick-pet evaluation. We will find a time that fits your schedule.
2
We Handle Your Records Transfer
Simply tell us the name of your previous clinic or shelter. Our team will request vaccine history and previous medical charts so you don’t have to track them down.
3
Relaxed, Nose-to-Tail Examination
Dr. McNamara conducts a comprehensive assessment while your pet acclimates to the room. We discuss our findings in plain language with zero pressure.
Modern Northridge Hospital
Clean spaces, calm pets, and modern equipment.
Take a look inside our recently remodeled Parthenia Street hospital facility.
Welcoming Reception
Calm, separated check-in areas for dogs and cats.
Digital Radiography
Fast, low-radiation high-resolution digital X-rays.
Fresh-Air Play Yard
Secure outdoor exercise area for boarding guests.
Comfortable Boarding
Clean, climate-controlled kennels with attentive care.
Local Trust & Compassion
Loved by Northridge & Porter Ranch families.
Genuine client experiences from pet parents who trust Porter with their beloved companions.
★★★★★
"Dr. McNamara and his staff are absolute angels. My golden retriever was limping badly and they worked us into their schedule the same afternoon. Dr. McNamara was so calm and gentle, explained the X-rays clearly, and never pushed unnecessary treatments."
Northridge Pet Parent (Verified Review)
★★★★★
"Finding a vet who truly understands nervous cats is rare. The team took their time, gave my cat space to settle, and made the whole exam stress-free. So grateful to have this independent clinic right here in our neighborhood."
Porter Ranch Resident (Verified Review)
★★★★★
"The remodel is beautiful and spotless! Julie at the front desk was so helpful with transferring our puppy’s vaccination records from the shelter. Honest pricing, compassionate doctors, and wonderful care."
Chatsworth Pet Parents (Verified Review)
Dedicated Veterinary Care
Your pet doesn’t need just any vet.
They need their vet.
Experience modern clinical excellence delivered with genuine warmth and independence. Join the Porter Pet family today.