Lomita Pet

What Lomita Pet does

Lomita Pet Hospital is a single-location, full-service veterinary hospital serving pet owners in Lomita, California and the surrounding South Bay area of Los Angeles. The practice provides comprehensive veterinary care including wellness examinations, vaccinations, surgical procedures (spays/neuters, soft tissue, orthopedic), dentistry with dental radiography, diagnostic imaging (digital radiology and ultrasound), in-house laboratory testing, hospitalization, and K-Laser USA Class IV therapeutic laser treatments. The hospital operates seven days a week with extended evening hours Monday through Friday, accepts both scheduled appointments and walk-ins, and runs a dedicated weekend vaccination clinic. It also operates an online pharmacy for prescription refills and pet products with direct-to-consumer home delivery. The practice is staffed by three confirmed veterinarians (Dr. Sandra Kim as Medical Director, Dr. Luke Chanwoo Jung, and Dr. Piyalak Intongkum) alongside veterinary technicians, assistants, receptionists, and pet techs, with a stated headcount of 1-10 employees.

The practice differentiates itself through an integrative medicine approach that combines conventional Western veterinary medicine with Traditional Chinese Veterinary Medicine — Dr. Kim is a certified veterinary acupuncturist and food therapist from the Chi Institute, and Dr. Intongkum holds a CVA certification and is pursuing CVCH credentials. Three veterinarians each contribute sub-specialty expertise (internal medicine, ophthalmology, dermatology), and the clinic is equipped with modern diagnostic and treatment equipment. Revenue is generated through fee-for-service professional veterinary care and a transaction-based online pharmacy channel. Payment options include cash, all major credit cards, Care Credit, and Scratch Pay financing to extend affordability for higher-ticket procedures.

Lomita Pet Hospital appears to be independently owned and operated with no indication of external investment, parent company ownership, or venture capital backing. The practice is rooted in a single physical site at 25445 Narbonne Ave., Lomita, CA, with over 30 years of community presence cited on its website. It emphasizes community engagement through an annual Halloween Pet Costume Contest (in its 8th year) and maintains an educational content presence covering pet health topics. Emergency and after-hours cases are referred to specialty partners including ACCESS-South Bay and VCA Advanced Veterinary Care Center.

Name

Lomita Pet

Legal name

Lomita Pet Hospital

Website

https://lomitapethospital.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2011

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Lomita Pet Hospital is a single-location, full-service veterinary clinic in Lomita, California, serving South Bay pet owners with preventive care, surgery, diagnostics, integrative Western and Traditional Chinese Veterinary Medicine, and an online pharmacy.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Veterinary Services

NAICS

Veterinary Services (54194), Veterinary Services (541940)

SIC

Services-General Medical & Surgical Hospitals, Nec (8062), Services-Health Services (8000)

akta.pro primary industry

General Practice Veterinary Clinics (Wellness & Primary Care) (HLAMAAAA)

Keywords

• Veterinary care services
• Small animal medicine
• Veterinary diagnostics
• Veterinary surgery
• Pet health care

Headquarters

HQ city

Lomita

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Supply Chain, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Veterinary Professional Services: Fee-for-service veterinary care including wellness examinations, vaccinations, surgery, dentistry, laboratory diagnostics, imaging (x-rays, ultrasound), hospitalization, and therapeutic treatments. Services range from routine preventive care to emergency services and major surgical procedures.
2. Online Pharmacy and Products: Online store for prescription medications and pet products with home delivery. Prescription requests are reviewed by doctors and approved based on patient history and recent examination.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Lomita Pet Hospital is a full-service veterinary hospital providing preventive, diagnostic, surgical, and therapeutic care for dogs, cats, and rabbits. The practice integrates Western veterinary medicine with Traditional Chinese Veterinary Medicine (acupuncture, food therapy, herbal medicine) and supports its services with in-house diagnostics, digital radiology, ultrasound, and K-Laser Class IV therapeutic laser. The hospital also operates an online pharmacy for prescription medications and pet products delivered to customers' homes.

Product overview

Lomita Pet Hospital is a full-service veterinary practice offering comprehensive animal healthcare. The hospital provides a single integrated care model combining preventive care (wellness examinations, vaccinations, microchipping), diagnostic services (in-house lab, digital radiology, ultrasound, allergy and DNA testing), surgical procedures (major/minor surgery, dentistry), and therapeutic treatments (K-Laser therapy, holistic medicine, medicated baths). The practice also operates an online pharmacy and vaccination clinics, with emergency referrals to specialized centers. Services are designed for dogs, cats, and rabbits, with doctors trained in both Western and Eastern veterinary medicine including acupuncture and Chinese herbal therapy.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Wellness Examinations Comprehensive nose-to-tail physical examinations for pets to assess overall health and detect potential issues early. Provided to pet owners for dogs, cats, and rabbits.
• Vaccinations Preventive vaccine administration for dogs, cats, and rabbits including routine boosters and travel vaccinations. Available through a no-appointment weekend vaccine clinic Saturday and Sunday 9am-12pm.
• K-Laser USA Therapeutic Laser Therapy Class IV laser therapy using specific wavelengths of light to promote healing, reduce pain, increase circulation, and decrease swelling for conditions including osteoarthritis, tendonitis, hip dysplasia, and post-surgical recovery. Provided to pet owners seeking advanced pain management and rehabilitation.
• Major and Minor Surgery Surgical procedures including spays, neuters, laceration repairs, soft tissue surgeries, and orthopedic surgeries for dogs, cats, and rabbits.
• Veterinary Dentistry Full dental care including prophylactic cleaning, extractions, dental X-rays, and periodontal disease treatment for companion animals.
• Holistic Medicine Integrative approach combining traditional Western medicine with alternative veterinary medicine, including acupuncture and food therapy. Provided by doctors certified by the Chi Institute.
• Online Pharmacy Online prescription management and medication fulfillment service allowing prescription refills and direct shipping, with manufacturer-guaranteed products. Prescription requests are reviewed and approved by clinic doctors.
• Emergency Services Referral Coordination with emergency veterinary hospitals including ACCESS - South Bay and VCA Advanced Veterinary Care Center for after-hours emergencies and specialized care beyond the hospital's scope.

Named customers5 records

Segments1 record

Ideal customer profiles1 record

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature1 record

Partnerships

Three partnerships are on record, tiered core and supporting.

• K-Laser USAcoreTechnology or IntegrationK-Laser USA provides Class IV therapeutic laser equipment to Lomita Pet Hospital. This technology uses specific wavelengths of light to stimulate the body's natural healing ability, providing improved healing time, pain reduction, increased circulation, and decreased swelling for various pet conditions.
• ACCESS - South BaysupportingOthersEmergency veterinary hospital referral partner. Located at 2551 W. 190th St., Torrance, CA 90504. Phone: 310-320-8300. Referred for after-hours or severe emergency cases beyond the hospital's scope.
• VCA Advanced Veterinary Care CentersupportingOthersEmergency veterinary hospital referral partner. Located at 15926 Hawthorne Boulevard, Lawndale, CA 90260. Phone: 310-542-8018. Referred for specialized emergency care cases.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Western Veterinary Group: Independent multi-doctor veterinary practice group in the greater Los Angeles / South Bay area offering full-service GP care, diagnostics, and surgery; comparable as a similarly-sized independent competitor targeting the same regional pet-owner market.
• ACCESS Specialty Animal Hospitals – South Bay: 24-hour emergency and specialty veterinary hospital in Torrance, CA, directly comparable as a South Bay veterinary care provider — and specifically Lomita's emergency referral partner — offering overlapping imaging, internal medicine, and surgical capabilities.
• Torrance Animal Hospital: Independently owned full-service veterinary hospital in Torrance, CA — same South Bay geography — offering wellness care, surgery, dentistry, diagnostics, and boarding; the closest local independent peer competing head-to-head for the same pet-owner segment.

Broad incumbents

• Banfield Pet Hospital: Largest veterinary chain in the U.S., co-located inside Petco stores offering wellness plans and routine GP services; comparable as a scaled general practice competitor serving pet owners in the same South Bay / greater LA market with subscription-style preventive care.
• Petco Veterinary Care: Co-located GP veterinary clinics inside Petco retail locations offering vaccinations, wellness exams, and minor procedures; comparable as a direct-to-consumer general practice competitor competing for the same South Bay pet-owner customer base.
• BluePearl Pet Hospital: Mars Petcare-owned network of specialty and emergency veterinary hospitals with advanced imaging and specialty services; comparable as a higher-acuity care provider serving the broader LA market and competing for referrals from general practices.
• VCA Animal Hospitals: National network of general practice and specialty veterinary hospitals owned by Mars Petcare; comparable because it operates full-service GP clinics with diagnostics, surgery, and in-house lab — including VCA Advanced Veterinary Care Center in Lawndale, to which Lomita already refers cases.

Emerging players

• Bond Vet: VC-backed urban veterinary clinic operator offering same-day GP appointments, modern clinic design, and transparent pricing; comparable as an emerging player bringing tech-enabled convenience to urban pet owners — the same segment Lomita serves in the LA basin.
• Modern Animal: Tech-enabled veterinary clinic chain offering membership-based primary care and digital access to records and telemedicine; comparable as a venture-backed emerging GP competitor focused on convenience, digital experience, and subscription pricing.

Regional players

• VetIQ Wellness / PetIQ: Provider of low-cost vaccination clinics and basic veterinary services often hosted inside retail locations; comparable as a weekend vaccine clinic model (directly overlapping with Lomita's Saturday/Sunday vaccine offering) competing on convenience and price.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/lomita-pet-hospital

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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