Regular exams and checkups
Regular checkups are the most valuable tool we have in keeping
your pet healthy. We recommend annual exams and annual bloodwork for
dogs and cats over 7 years old. This way, we can catch any
potential problems earlier and have a better chance of successfully
treating any problems that do arise. Bloodwork when your pet is
healthy also provides a baseline that we can track any changes in
your pets health over time.
Safe surgery
Our doctors and staff know how scary it can be for you to have your
beloved pet undergoing surgery. That's why we perform bloodwork to
identify any at-risk animals, monitor each patient closely while
under anesthesia and after the surgery is complete, and provide
pain medication for most procedures. We will also insert a catheter
and run fluids to at-risk pets during surgery so that we are ready
for any possibility.
Board Certified Veterinary Specialists
We utilize the services of board-certified surgeons and
radiologists in our facility for cases that require a higher level
of expertise. We also maintain a close relationship with the other
numerous specialists in the San Francisco Bay Area.
Radiology Services
Our on-site, modern X-ray equipment provides high-quality
radiographs to aid in the diagnosis of many disorders.
Laboratory
Our in-house laboratory facilities provide for serum
chemistry,hematology, serology, urinalysis, and parasite testing.
We also utilize commercial veterinary laboratories for specialized
diagnostics and consultations.
Spaying and neutering
For health, behavior, and population control in the animal
community we highly recommend spaying and neutering all cats and
dogs. We take the same care for routine spays and neuters as we do
for all our surgeries.
Puppy and Dog Training, Puppy Socials
Because so many dogs are euthanized each year due to behavior problems,
we feel that taking care of your pet's mental health is just as
important as her medical care! We offer puppy classes and puppy
socials to get your puppy off to the right start, and for those
adolescent or adult dogs who need to learn some basic manners, our
reward-based dog training classes are fun and effective.
Please see our Behavior & Training page for more details.
Behavior consulting
Is
your
relationship with your pet less than ideal because of
certain behaviors that just drive you nutty? Some of our more
common requests include help with cats urinating or defecating
outside the litterbox, dogs with separation anxiety, introducing a new
dog or cat to the household, housetraining, and many others. Our
Behavior Consulting services can help you address these and other
problems to put your relationship with your pet back on track.
See our Behavior & Training page for more details.
Gentle teeth cleaning
We provide dental prophylaxis (cleaning) for your pet under
anesthesia. This is the only way to be thorough and the process is
less stressful for your pet.
Older pet care
For senior pets (over 7 for most breeds of dogs and cats) we
recommend bloodwork to monitor any changes the function of the
internal organs, we check for unusual lumps and bumps, listen to
the heart and lungs. We can often help with other changes
associated with aging, such as incontinence, arthritis, and
behavioral changes.
Allergy & skin care
Pets, like people, do have allergies. The difference is pets
usually exhibit signs of allergy in their skin. Sometimes the
problem is a temporary exposure to something that affects them and
they can be treated with a simple medication. Sometimes it's the
pet's food that causes the allergies, and switching to a
hypo-allergenic food can help. Other allergies may only be helped
by performing allergy testing and desensitization shots.
Low-cost vaccinations
Vaccinations are very important for your pet's health. Especially
for young dogs and cats and pets that come into contact with
others. We perform vaccinations for dogs, cats, and ferrets. We
also provide a low-cost vaccination clinic on Sunday mornings from
9:00 a.m to 12:00 p.m. with no appointment necessary. However,
please remember that the annual checkups can be even more important
for your pet as he or she enters into the adult and senior
years. If your pet needs an examination, please call to schedule an appointment as we do not perform exams during vaccine clinic.
Nutrition programs
Different pets can have different nutritional needs. We carry diets
specifically designed for the nutritional needs of puppies,kittens,
adult dogs and cats, and senior pets. In addition, we carry
prescription diets for a variety of health needs.
Flea control
Flea control techniques change rapidly, as new technology allows
usto offer more effective, safer products. We can help you decide
what flea control is most appropriate for your pet and your living
situation.
Bathing
Got Fleas? Got Mats? Got Smell? We can help. Anything from basic
"just got back from the beach" baths to de-skunking and
de-fleaing
Pet care products
We carry a variety of products to help you care for your pet's
dental care, dietary, behavioral, flea control, bathing, and
general health care needs.