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 Orange County Register's full 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.
The recognition matters because it signals how pet owners in one of the nation's most populous counties are choosing their veterinary providers. In a market increasingly dominated by corporate consolidators, an independent practice founded just two years ago has earned a top-three ranking through a readers' poll, suggesting that personalized service and clear communication still carry significant weight with consumers. For pet owners, this validation can serve as a trusted signal when selecting a provider for their animals' health needs.
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. These service offerings reflect a broader trend in veterinary medicine toward comprehensive, fear-free care that addresses both the physical and emotional well-being of pets.
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. More information is available at https://blissanimalhospital.com/.
Bliss Animal Hospital is an independently owned veterinary practice located at 26741 Rancho Parkway, Suite 105-D, Lake Forest, California. Founded in 2024 by Dr. Nayara Pataro and Dr. Sam Amirshahi, the hospital provides preventive, diagnostic, dental, surgical, and urgent veterinary care for cats and dogs. Guided by its motto, "Better care. Better medicine.", Bliss combines personalized care with a commitment to lasting relationships with pets and their families.
For the broader industry, the poll result underscores a competitive dynamic: independent practices can still distinguish themselves in a marketplace where large chains and private-equity-backed groups have expanded rapidly. As pet ownership remains strong and spending on veterinary services continues to rise, awards driven by local reader input may influence where families seek care. For Orange County residents, the recognition offers a reminder that community feedback can help identify providers who prioritize relationships alongside clinical outcomes.
