The doctor explained to me what was going on with Chase. He was very professional. And he cares.read more

The staff was friendly, attentive, and they took great care of my pet. A huge plus was that the…read morefacility was clean and inviting.

This is a difficult review to write because we ultimately lost our dog, but the staff at VEG did…read moreeverything they could to make it a compassionate experience. We brought in our Pomeranian because he was experiencing significant pain. I was expecting the visit to go like other visits I had before at other vet emergency hospitals, where they whisk your pet away and you spend all of your time waiting and wondering what is happening. Instead, we were escorted to a nice padded bench (that he promptly shed all over, sorry if you are still finding fur there) and most of the examinations and work was done there. The staff was so kind and friendly, coming over to check on us and give him pats and so much love. There was another emergency surgery happening when we arrived, so they were giving us constant updates to make sure we knew what was going on. When I spoke to the vet, she was kind and gave specific recommendations (rather than a past emergency vet experience where they just gave us options and expected us to know what to do). Unfortunately, it became clear that our Pomeranian was not doing well, as he started displaying severe neurological symptoms and declined rapidly despite the treatment for his pain and a UTI. The vet ultimately suspected a brain tumor based on his behavior, and was very upfront and clear with us about his chances. Although it was devastating, we really appreciated how honest they were. We made the difficult decision to put him down (he had declined so quickly he probably would not have lasted the night), and everyone was so kind during the process. They gave us time to be with him and were so kind and sympathetic during the process. Although I am still heartbroken at losing our dog, the fact that we were able to spend so much of his last day actually being with him was something we really treasured, especially since the loss was so unexpected.

Today I brought in a small wild bird that had been attacked by my neighborhood cat . It was very…read moreseriously injured, and I was heartbroken. When I arrived and called from the parking lot, someone came out immediately to help. The veterinarian carefully examined the bird, patiently explained its condition, and told me the kindest thing was to let it go peacefully. I was devastated, but the doctor reassured me that the little bird would not suffer anymore and that euthanasia would relieve its pain. The veterinarian was incredibly patient and compassionate. RIP, little bird. I hope you have a peaceful and happy next life.

My dog was referred here due to their ophthalmology department. I drove from the east bay and am…read moreglad I did. 100% better run than pets referral in Berkeley. This will be my go to ER and ophthalmology. --I brought in my dog to the ER. My dog was seen by Dr. Pompeani in the ER. Unsure which eye specialist also treated him. In the ER, Experiences will vary. It's normal. Mine was great.

IF YOU HAVE AN EMERGENCY, GO HERE!!!!…read more I hardly write reviews, let alone one this long, but after everything that happened, I feel like I owe it to this team. My cat, Theodore, suffered a rectal prolapse on a Sunday. It was one of the most terrifying experiences I've ever been through. He was in excruciating pain, vomiting, having diarrhea, yelping, and literally had tissue protruding from his body. I genuinely thought I was going to lose him. Before finding Pet Emergency & Specialty Center of Marin, I called well over ten emergency veterinary hospitals throughout Marin and San Francisco. Every single one either had wait times ranging from hours to over ten hours, couldn't perform surgery for days, or simply didn't have the staff to take another emergency. I was driving from place to place and calling anyone I could think of while watching Theodore continue to suffer. By that point, I felt completely helpless. Pet Emergency & Specialty Center of Marin was the only hospital that could take him almost immediately. Within minutes of arriving, he was being evaluated and prepared for surgery. After spending hours hearing "no," finally hearing someone say they could help was something I'll never forget. What impressed me even more was the quality of care. Every single person I interacted with -- from the reception staff, to the nurses, to the discharge team, to the veterinarian -- was compassionate, patient, knowledgeable, and incredibly communicative. They never made me feel like I was asking too many questions, and they took the time to explain every step of Theodore's care. Theodore had been dealing with a complicated medical situation for months that involved a lot of uncertainty. Their team quickly helped me understand what was happening and what needed to happen next. For the first time in months, I finally felt like I had answers and that Theodore was in the right hands. One thing that really stood out to me was that the care didn't stop when we walked out the door. The follow-up from the doctor and staff has been incredible. Recovering from an emergency like this is overwhelming, but they continued to answer my questions, check in, and make sure Theodore was doing well. I'm happy to say that he's recovering very well, and I'm beyond grateful for everything they've done for both of us. I genuinely cannot thank this team enough. They were there when no one else could be, and I'll never forget that. If your pet is having an emergency, I cannot recommend Pet Emergency & Specialty Center of Marin highly enough. I truly don't know what would have happened if they hadn't been there. The only thing I wish is that they offered primary veterinary care, because after this experience I would enroll Theodore there in a heartbeat. Thank you to everyone at Pet Emergency & Specialty Center of Marin for taking such incredible care of my little boy. I'll always be grateful.

We've had to come here twice now. The first time, in 2023, our tiny kitten was diagnosed with…read morepanleukapenia. They were so kind, as we said goodbye to our tiny boy that we had bottle fed and raised from birth. The in house diagnostics are great. We didn't have to wait long at all for the test results. The 2nd time, we brought in our elderly girl. She was 16. When her vet turned us away when we came to tell them we were coming in (they told us "maybe tomorrow"), we headed here. She'd been sick a while, we knew it was coming. Of course, that didn't make it any easier. The staff here was absolutely wonderful. As soon as we walked in, they took us out of the lobby so we wouldn't have to sit with all the happy/healthy animals. They didn't question us, they saw her and told us we were making the right choice. They brought her a soft cat bed to lay in. They gave us all the time we needed to hold her and love her, until we were ready. No pressure. Then they allowed my 16 year old daughter to hold her beloved girl until she was gone. We were allowed more time with her. Then they gave us each a vile of her beautiful fur. We weren't rushed. We did everything on our terms/time. And our girl left this world surrounded in love. I would 100% recommend PETS Referral Center. I hope we never have to go back. But, we would of we had too.

Let me start by saying that I've been going to Pets Referral center for over 20 years now and have…read morespent close to $30,000 in that amount of time at their Emergency center because they are 100% worth it and I have Never had a problem with any of the doctors that we've seen there. My issue is with Dr.Kim Shaffer in Oncology at their specialty building. I was referred by my cat's doctor. As soon as she walked in the room I noticed that her demeanor seemed like she was irritated. Right off the bat She would barely let me get a word in trying to explain my Cat's complex situation before continually cutting me off. She even scolded me saying I needed to stop living in the past while I was trying to explain a timeline of how my cat's health had progressed to where we're at now. When I would ask about things to try and help my cat I was met with such hostility. I asked about cancer medication, she said none of them work. She told me there was nothing that could be done even though we don't have a definitive diagnosis that this is Cancer. I asked about palliative care as my cat's vet suggested she should be on reassuring me that Dr Shaffer would surely do that for us even sending over notes to Dr.Shaffer reiterating that. Well Dr Shaffer said she wasn't going to do any of that but would maybe only give her pain meds for me to take home to give by mouth when I told her it was hard to give by mouth since that's where the tumor is she acted like it wasn't her problem. I asked if she could give her an injection for pain instead which she's had in the past and she said No that wouldn't work, and that I should probably then euthanize my cat. I said she's still running around playing and eating and she snapped at me and said she's not eating! She's lost weight so she's not eating, insinuating that I'm lying to her. Everytime I turned around I was met with resistance in such a disrespectful manner and tone so I finally said to her why are you speaking to me so rudely i'm just just trying to help my cat by asking questions and why do you have such a lack of bedside manner towards me right now? I told her I was shocked by her behavior. what had I done to her to make her have this attitude towards me the minute she walked in the room and she said you just don't want to accept what I have to say which was not the case at all, I know that we're in a dire situation. It was her lack of Empathy and unwillingness to even give an inch to help my pet in any capacity while also being combative towards me, that was the problem. As a last effort I asked if we could at least run some bloodwork while we're there so I could get an idea of what my cats numbers looked like so I could make more informed decisions and she again said No! Bloodwork won't show anything. At that point I was so frustrated and I said this has been a complete waste of time and your refusal to help us with anything is unbelievable to me and then she said we're done here and I said yes we are and I said why would you waste our time if you're not even willing to do the bare minimum to help us navigate this. She then said I'm not going to take this verbal abuse and told me to leave the building! I've never been kicked out of anywhere in my 55 years on this earth. I said I'm just trying to be an advocate for my cat and I'm trying to understand why I'm being met with such hostility every step of the way and she then said I'm not giving your cat any pain medication now you'll have to go find it somewhere else. I mean, that is so INHUMANE to take it out on a helpless animal who's been waiting for this appointment for so long and not to mention UNETHICAL!!!! if you knew you weren't going to help us at all with even palliative care, then why would you even have us come in? She had all of our records weeks ahead of time to call us and let us know that. I had to sedate my cat and withhold food for 10 hours for nothing. I am still in shock over all of this as I'm sitting here watching my cat in pain. I've never had a doctor treat me like this and then act as if I'm the problem. I guess expressing discontent about the way someone is treating you constitutes as verbal abuse to her? So now my cat is still suffering and we have to try and find another Oncologist which is going to take so long. I'm just so disheartened. I've seen another oncologist here two years ago for one of our other cats that was given two months to live, and that Doctor was so helpful at making him as comfortable as possible giving us pain meds, anti-inflammatories, appetite stimulants, steroids, breathing treatments you name it and my cat actually lived another six months! That kind of caring made all the difference in the world. Unfortunately that doctor no longer works here. To treat someone the way this Doctor has treated me and to withhold treatment from my cat when we're at our lowest point right now with trying to navigate this difficult time is incomprehensible and completely Unacceptable.

Had to get one of my pups checked out on a condition lasting several days. Opted for an emergency…read morein efforts to avoid the issue to worsen. Doctors were patient answering questions and concerns. Welcoming staff at the front desk. Clean facility with comfortable seating at the lobby. Snacks, coffee, tea, are available while you wait. Not a place for the budget minded. However, you are getting service above the norm.

I took my little loyal in because she had been sick. I called ahead so they were ready for me when…read moreI got there. We met with the tech, Veronica, and the doctor. They worked up an estimate that was quite large. The estimate had a low end and high end numbers. Veronica sat with me and explained each charge along with how and when it may apply. We played around with the numbers to help us fit it within an easier budget. Veronica was very thorough, patient and informative. My baby was sick so we had to do something. I left my pet with them to be treated while hospitalized. Unfortunately, I did not know exactly how sick she was. Within a matter of a short period, diagnostics came in with not so good news that left us with two options. Neither of which I was prepared for. After hearing the extent of my babies sickness, it was evident we needed to set her free. As painful as those words and that decision was, it had to be done. We drove back to that hospital to be with our baby. Sage has a special room just for the letting go process. Although we were not ready to say goodbye, we appreciated the quick return on labs and such, that gave us the answers needed to make the right decision for our girl. If you have been trying and struggling to piecemeal answers for your ill pet, I'd suggest going to this one stop shop. They have the doctors, staff, equipment and specialists on hand to get you the answers your pet and your family deserves. We love you Tabitha and miss you greatly. You were a very special, sweet, loving pup that contributed so much to everyone you met.

I was totally upset and worked up when I called VEG ER, but…read morethe gentleman on the phone was incredibly kind and calm. When I walked in, I was impressed by how clean and organized the building was. The open concept floor was not what I was expecting but it was really awesome being with my dog every step of the way. The gentleman that helped us offered a bed for my dog to lay on, which was good because we waited like 5 hours. They offer snacks, drinks, as well as blankets for humans because it gets quite cold in there. Everyone there was kind and friendly. You could really tell they were dedicated to their job and providing the best experience for their patients. My princess loved being able to watch everyone walk around her and was completely content. The doctor even sat with her when we were finally seen so she wouldn't have to be moved. :) All the staff talked to her like a baby whenever they addressed her which made me happy too. Really shows they love animals. Paid about $660 to find out she didn't have a lot of poop in her, but the peace of mind was worth it. Getting to see how they take x-rays was cool too, even if my poor baby had to be manhandled hehe. The bill was much cheaper than I expected, which was nice. It was for the initial exam and the x-rays. Would highly recommend coming here for a transparent, wonderful experience!

They took in our cat in an emergency, yes. They were comforting and caring, yes…read more But I do get the feeling this vet is looking for money however they can get it. My cat had a urinary block, which they were able to identify with an ultrasound immediately. I'm very thankful for that. BUT they priced us VERY expensively for a procedure I was able to get done at another vet clinic for half the price. $7-8000 was what we were quoted from them for a urinary blockage clearing and surgery to remove the stones I was able to go to VCA Bradshaw the same evening and get the same surgery for $4k. I love my cat and considered the option of putting him down due to me not being able to afford the surgery. I'm so thankful that I was able to save my cat for a price I was able to afford with VCA Bradshaw.

This place helped my dog when he really needed it the most I will be forever grateful for that…read more The initial fee to go is about $250 and then if your pet needs anything, they will add things accordingly to stabilize or a help aid but before anything major is done, they will consult you and add it to the tab. They are open 24 hours and next to a Trader Joe's. They follow up with me after I left. I hope everyone's pet stay safe and healthy.

We went in tonight after a really scary situation with our dog. We initially spoke with Dr. Valerie…read moreSavino over the phone, and she was so kind and reassuring. She recommended that we come in, and she was wonderful in person as well. She was incredibly thorough, patient, and took the time to explain everything clearly. She answered all of our questions and made us feel so much more at ease during a very stressful situation. You can tell she genuinely cares about her patients and their owners. We're very grateful for her care tonight and would highly recommend her! They also have cookies for humans that are soooo good. Best free cookies in town!

Sunday morning that should have been a relaxing day turned into my worse nightmare. I want to…read morepreface this post with all my respect and gratitude to VCA. They throughly explained every single part of policies and procedures. Including the aftermath of Sadie passing away and dealing with their third party company. In the morning, we knew something was wrong with our dog Sadie. I called VCA and Collin was absolutely helpful and so sweet and talked us through. In a few hours she got worse, I called them back and they told me to bring her in and gave me warning that they did have many patients and there could be a long wait for me not for Sadie to be looked at. They would assess her and proceed. Sadie's paws and leg were already swelling by the time we got there. They took her back and asked all the questions before examining her. The Vet Dr. so and so, came in after a bit of wait to explain more what could be happening and what they needed to do. They came in and explained the costs and why the tests were necessary.

This review is for the Internal Medicine Department, which is separate from the emergency room…read more(this department is in the building in the back of the parking lot). I previously thought this was only an ER and did not know this existed. If your pet has a special condition, like Cushing's or Addison's, I highly recommend that you see Dr.Wang, in addition to your regular vet. My dog was diagnosed with Cushing's and nearly died from being overdosed on medication from our previous vet, who was not a specialist. Although our vet spoke as if he was knowledgeable and performed regular testing, we discovered he did not know how to treat this condition. Because of the overdose, my dog now has Addison's, but Dr. Wang brought my dog back from the brink of death, and her condition is now managed with a simple monthly shot from this office. When we first brought her in, we had no idea why she had gotten so ill. Dr. Wang reviewed her medical history in detail and was correct in her diagnosis, but ran some tests to confirm. The cost for a consultation was very reasonable. Along the way additional costs were reasonable and much less than expected. Dr. Wang was cost-conscious, which we appreciated because we had already spent so much when our dog became unexpectedly ill. Only necessary tests were performed, and we were able to purchase medications online to save costs and have shots administered by a vet tech to save exam fees. In addition, appointments are convenient, wait times have always been minimal and parking is easy and plentiful. Dr. Wang is extremely knowledgeable, communicative and personable. She is also very responsive via email. I have nothing but great things to say about her and this office and am so thankful she saved our dog's life. If your dog has a special medical condition I highly recommend that you see a specialist here, in addition to your regular vet. If we had known about this specialist when our dog was first diagnosed, it would have saved our dog months of being ill as well as saving us thousands of dollars.

Five enthusiastic, tail-wagging, floppy-ear-saving stars for VEG San Ramon!…read more When things get hairy with your pets, and I'm not talking about the fur, I'm talking about those unexpected panic moments that send you racing to an emergency vet, you want expertise, compassion, and honesty. After our recent experience with VEG San Ramon, I can confidently say they exceeded every expectation. A few nights ago, my dog developed an aural hematoma on his ear. While a floppy ear might not be a big deal for some dogs, mine is a working dog, and preserving his physical condition is important for the job he does. Knowing we needed emergency care, I immediately tracked down Dr. Brittany, a veterinarian I had worked with before and trusted completely. There is a reason I sought her out. Dr. Brittany combines the bedside manner of an angel with the skill and confidence of an exceptional emergency veterinarian. She listens, truly listens, not just to the symptoms but to the owner and the individual needs of the dog. For those of us in the working dog world, finding a veterinarian who understands the unique challenges and safety considerations of these dogs is incredibly rare. One of the things I love about VEG is their open-concept hospital. We were able to stay with our dog, watch the procedure, monitor his condition, and actively participate in decisions. As a teaching hospital, Dr. Brittany asked if a student could perform the procedure under her supervision. Normally, I would have hesitated, but her confidence and willingness to remain involved every step of the way gave me complete peace of mind. The results were outstanding. At one point, I had concerns about making an additional adjustment during the procedure. Instead of dismissing them, the team had a collaborative discussion with me, and together we agreed on the best path forward. That level of partnership and respect is priceless. I also want to recognize the nursing staff. Every technician and team member was kind, professional, and welcoming. They treated both us and our dog with incredible care and compassion. The hospital was spotless, organized, and genuinely felt like a place where everyone worked together for the best outcome. And now, let's talk about everyone's favorite emergency-room topic: the bill. Emergency veterinary care is never cheap. If your dog hasn't figured out how to file insurance claims or start contributing to the household budget, you're paying for it yourself. That said, VEG was transparent, fair, and upfront about costs. They offered options, discussed treatment plans thoroughly, and made sure there were no surprises. As a working dog handler, Dr. Brittany will always be our first call in an emergency. But more importantly, this experience reinforced our trust in VEG as a whole. The care is collaborative, the communication is exceptional, and the focus is always on what's best for the patient. To Dr. Brittany, the students, the nurses, and the entire VEG San Ramon team: thank you. You didn't just treat a hematoma. You cared for a dog who means the world to his family, and that kindness, skill, and compassion will never be forgotten. 100% recommended for any emergency veterinary need.

VEG was quite possibly the best pet ER experience you could ask for. The entire staff was kind and…read moresupportive. We have an EXTREMELY anxious 9yr old shepherd. Despite him being in pain and extra on edge, the team took their time to treat him and make him comfortable. He had a swollen paw and a lot of pain, but we didn't see anything happen to him. The vet was perplexed by his symptoms, because it looked like it could have been a rattlesnake bite, but there wasn't any visible bite mark and we live in West Oakland (literally just surrounded by concrete). But she was absolutely right. He was treated for a bite and is now recovering smoothly. I highly recommend VEG. They are all top notch.

Amazing care for our Boomer! We brought him in when he suddenly started squinting, and the team…read morequickly discovered an ulcer in his left eye and glaucoma in his right. They were incredibly thorough, compassionate, and gentle with him, and got him started on treatment right away. We're so grateful for how well they cared for our little guy and made a stressful situation much less scary. Thank you, Tru Vet! And special thanks to Dr. Marcus

Here is the updated review with your closing statement added:…read more 1/5 Stars -- Charged $880 for zero care and predatory pricing tactics We brought our cat in for one specific, urgent reason: a benign tumor mass had ruptured, and we wanted to make sure the area was properly cleaned and cared for. We brought full diagnostics and reports from a recent veterinary analysis of the lump. Instead of addressing our primary concern, the clinic immediately hit us with an astronomical, predatory estimate of $6,000 to $7,000 for surgery. When we declined their inflated quote, they ultimately did nothing for our cat, stating he was unmanageable and too upset for them to handle. Yet, despite providing absolutely zero care and failing to clean the ruptured mass, they still had the audacity to charge us $880. Charging nearly $900 for nothing while trying to pressure owners into thousands of dollars in unnecessary surgery is completely unacceptable. Pet owners deserve honest, competent help when their animals are in pain, not financial gouging. Look elsewhere. I am fully intent on reporting this clinic and reviewing elsewhere so people know.