Bliss Animal Hospital has been voted among the Top 3 in the Best Pet Clinic/Veterinary Hospital category in the Orange County Register's Best of Orange County 2026 readers' poll. The annual program invites Orange County Register readers to select their favorite local businesses and services. This year's recognition places Bliss among the community's top choices for veterinary care.
Founded in 2024 by veterinarians Dr. Nayara Pataro, known to clients as Dr. Naya, and Dr. Sam Amirshahi, Bliss Animal Hospital is an independently owned practice in Lake Forest serving families throughout Orange County. The hospital's Top 3 finish comes just two years after opening, a notable achievement for a young, independent clinic competing against larger corporate veterinary chains and established practices.
The Orange County Register's feature highlights the hospital's emphasis on relationships, listening to families, and helping pet owners understand their pets' care. These principles guide the team's approach, from routine preventive visits to more complex medical decisions. In a market where pet owners increasingly seek transparency and personalized attention, Bliss's model of clear communication and shared decision-making resonates with consumers who want to be active partners in their pets' health.
Bliss offers wellness exams, vaccinations, in-house laboratory and imaging diagnostics, dentistry, surgery, laser therapy, and urgent-care support. A dedicated cat exam room helps provide a calmer experience for feline patients. The breadth of services means local pet owners can access advanced diagnostics and surgical care without traveling to a specialty hospital, reducing stress for animals and costs for families.
The hospital extends its appreciation to the clients, neighbors, and pet families whose support made this recognition possible. For the Bliss team, the award is an opportunity to thank the community and reaffirm its commitment to compassionate care, clear communication, and personalized medicine.
Bliss serves Lake Forest, Foothill Ranch, Irvine, Mission Viejo, Rancho Santa Margarita, and surrounding Orange County communities. The recognition could signal a shift in how consumers evaluate veterinary care, prioritizing independent practices that emphasize relationships over volume. For the broader industry, it underscores that even in a consolidating market, independent clinics can thrive by differentiating on service and community trust.
The full feature is available in the Orange County Register's Best of Orange County 2026 coverage at https://www.ocregister.com/2026/09/16/best-of-orange-county-2026-services-best-pet-clinic-veterinary-hospital/. More information about the hospital's services and approach can be found at https://blissanimalhospital.com/.
