Veterinary Care for Mesa, Tempe & the East Valley

Thoughtful Veterinary Care for Dogs and Cats

Primary Pet Care provides personalized veterinary care for dogs and cats, with a focus on clear communication, practical guidance, and long-term relationships with the people who know them best.

Passion for Pets and their People

Veterinary Care Led by Dr. Austin Gifford

Primary Pet Care is a locally owned veterinary clinic in Mesa, Arizona, serving pets and their people throughout the surrounding East Valley. Dr. Austin Gifford and his team are committed to thoughtful, practical care for dogs and cats.

From routine wellness exams and vaccinations to same-day medical concerns, dentistry, diagnostics, and ongoing care, the goal is simple: help pet owners understand their options and make confident decisions about their pet’s health.

CORE VETERINARY SERVICES

Care for Every Stage of Their Life

From preventive care to early life visits, Primary Pet Care offers trusted veterinary services
for dogs and cats in Mesa and the East Valley.

Pet Wellness Exams

Routine care to monitor your pet’s health and catch concerns early.

Pet Vaccinations

Preventive protection tailored to your pet’s age, lifestyle, and needs.

Pet Dental Care

Dental care to protect oral health, comfort, and overall well-being.

Comprehensive Veterinary Care

More Than Routine Wellness Care

Primary Pet Care provides full-service veterinary care for routine wellness, preventive medicine, and more complex medical concerns, including diagnostics, internal medicine, dental care, allergy and dermatology support, surgery, imaging, health certificates, and compassionate end-of-life care.

Whether your pet is here for a routine visit or something more involved, the goal is to provide clear guidance, thoughtful recommendations, and care that fits your pet’s individual needs.

Additional Veterinary Services

Puppy & Kitten Care

Early care to support healthy growth and development.

Allergies & Dermatology

Care for itching, skin irritation, and allergy concerns.

Diagnostics & Lab Work

Testing to help evaluate health concerns and guide care.

Internal Medicine

Evaluation and care for ongoing or complex conditions.

Senior Pet Care

Thoughtful care for changing needs as pets grow older.

Urgent & Same-Day Visits

Same-day visits may be available for sick or injured pets.

End-of-Life Care

Compassionate support focused on comfort and quality of life.

Not Sure Where to Start?

Our team can help you choose the right next step for your pet.

READY TO SCHEDULE A VISIT?

Whether your pet is due for routine care or you have a new concern, request an appointment and our team will follow up with you.

A Local Veterinary Practice Built Around Your Pet

WHY PRIMARY PET CARE

Located on Baseline Road just east of the Loop 101 in Mesa, Primary Pet Care combines personalized veterinary medicine with clear communication, practical guidance, and a comfortable experience for pets and their people.

Transparency

We discuss recommended care, treatment options, and expected costs with you before moving forward whenever possible.

Comfortable Visits

Our clinic is designed to provide a welcoming, efficient experience while giving your pet the attention and care they need.

People You Know

Dr. Austin Gifford and our veterinary team take the time to get to know your pet, answer your questions, and help you make informed decisions about their care.

Recent Google Reviews

What Pet Owners Are Saying

See what pet owners have shared about their experiences with Dr. Gifford and the Primary Pet Care team.

    
 
 
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   Heather Miller 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Dr. Gifford and his team exceeded expectations. Everyone was kind and welcoming from the first phone call through the visit. Dr. Gifford was thoughtful and compassionate, and took time to make me feel heard. My anxious senior cat was treated gently and lovingly. And I was shocked at how fair and reasonable the prices are. Exceptional experience; highly recommend.
  
 
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   Piedad Monsalve 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Dr. Gifford and his staff are truly amazing. I’ve brought my dog Pluto to see Dr. G since he was a puppy. He will be 5 in February. The whole team once you enter the doors to the clinic are unbelievably so welcoming. Pluto has started to have hot spots and in December of last year it got really, really bad to the point where I thought he might pass away. Dr. Gifford and his techs are patient, loving, knowledgeable and so very supportive and sympathetic. I am beyond grateful for their love and compassion for my fur baby. I highly recommend this Veterinary clinic 1,000 times. You truly can’t get better care for your fur babies. My husband and our family will be moving to California and I’m really sad to be leaving Dr. Gifford and everyone at Primary Care. Thank you all for everything all these years for Pluto and myself. 🩵
  
 
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   brandy velasquez 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I brought my dog in to be laid to rest, everyone from the receptionist,  techs and vet were genuinely so nice and compassionate. Thank you for your thoughtful service.
  
 
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   RONALD WHITE 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. What a great experience we had in resolving Frisbee's dental problems, a cracked tooth and abscess. We were able to get him in the next day for surgery and his dental cleaning, annual shots & nail trimming. Dr Gifford & staff were extremely caring and gave us all the information for his recovery. I highly recommend this vet team for its professionalism, it's caring  and affordable vet care. Thank you very much.
  
 
  
  
 
 
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PET CARE TIPS & INSIGHTS

Dog owner spending time with his dog outdoors

Practice Guidance & Local Pet Care

What Makes a Great Long-Term Veterinary Partner?

See why trust, preventive care, communication, and familiarity with your pet’s health can strengthen a long-term relationship with your veterinary team.

Dr. Austin Gifford examining a dog at Primary Pet Care in Mesa, Arizona

Wellness & Preventive Care

Preparing for Your First Visit to Primary Pet Care

Get prepared for your first visit with practical guidance on records, medications, appointment expectations, and how Primary Pet Care approaches new patient care.