The team at Cheshire Cat has been taking care of Pinto for several years. Lots of TLC and expertise have been extended over this time, to say the least. I love how they specialize in just cat care. It took me six months to come to terms with having to remove Pinto's teeth. After a second opinion and a lot of research, Cheshire Car Clinic was a clear standout. The pre/post op care they extended was amazing (for both the cat and parent). read more

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I wish that I could write a better review for my experiences here, because I think that there need to be more cat-only clinics in the area. However, it doesn't feel like they are actually able to handle cats that aren't perfectly calm at the vet. There are a few other reviews here that corroborate my experiences as well. I took my cat in because she was struggling with intense anxiety, and I wanted to have her put on an anti-anxiety medication. My first visit was fine, albeit a little weird, but my second visit was awful. My cat has never had any behavioral issues at the vet -- through multiple blood draws, urinalysis, etc, she has been relatively calm. She /hated/ this vet and the way that she was handled, even from the first visit. They are a no scruff clinic, which is fine in theory, but the way that they get around cats that are on the spicier side is by burrito'ing the cat. My cat despised this more than anything I've ever seen. I have honestly never seen her so aggressive and angry before, and I've owned her since she was 2 months old. The worst part is that the nurses and Dr did not seem to believe me that she had not had behavioral issues at the vet before. I felt so dismissed and belittled. Not only were they completely unable to handle her, they seemed disgruntled and shocked that they were not able to. They also refused my help multiple times, even after I mentioned that at previous vets she was able to be examined perfectly fine when I was a) in the room or b) holding her still (only so she couldn't wiggle away - not because she was about to attack). The Dr also refused to listen to us and prescribe the medication that we came in and asked for, and we ended up having to go to the emergency room with a $1300 bill a week later. This vet alone is not responsible for my cat having to go to the ER, but I truly feel that it could have been avoided all together if they had listened to me and we were able to properly examine my cat. read more

I had a wonderful experience taking my cat here! The staff is so friendly and the space is set up really well to make cats feel comfortable. They were very transparent about the cost of treatment and provided me with different treatment options. read more

Best vet in the east bay if you have cats, hands down. Cheshire Cat Clinic is cat-only and it shows! Dr. Atid and her team are so thoughtful, caring, and most importantly knowledgeable about cats and the things that affect them. We've taken all three of our cats to see Dr. Atid and she's treated them all with gentleness and care. Two of our kitties are seniors now - we take them in yearly for a checkup and blood work to make sure they continue to age gracefully. One of those cats is a sweetheart (Salem) but can be a little vocal at the vet. The techs just burritoed her as she sang the song of her people - it didn't even phase them. Our other senior guy (Earl) is a 17 pound menace to all veterinary personnel. We have to drug him ahead of time with gabapentin, which Dr. Atid thankfully prescribes us. Even after the drugs he growls and tries to scratch and bite them, but they burritoed him with skill and avoided serious injury. I promise he's not like that anywhere but the vet! Our third cat (Khajiit) is a former feral and super skittish. When we failed to get her into the carrier for her appointment they were very understanding and let us reschedule. They also gave us an oral syringe so we could squirt some gabapentin into her mouth and get her into the carrier. Once we were at the office Dr. Atid and her staff were so quiet and gentle with her. Unlike our other cats, they did not need to burrito her and her appointment went smoothly. Dr. Atid always follows up our appointments with a call the next day to explain test results, answer questions, and tell us what we should keep an eye on. We are so pleased that we found this office and will never change vets. Whether or not the cats act like it, they definitely hate this vet the least! read more

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Excellent, caring , veterinary service. Dr. Atid has provided high level care for my five cats for 10 years. Vet techs are friendly, experienced and accommodating. Excellent groomer on staff. Virginia V. read more

We have been taking our cat to this clinic for years. Recently they have been helping us to treat our cat's eye infection that the clinic diagnosed. We tried eye drops, but he bites, scratches, thrashes and hides. We tried to give him sedatives, but he can tell when sedatives are in his food and he goes on a hunger strike. Pill pockets? Nope. Anyway, I love the vet techs, Rachel and Greg. They have magical abilities that somehow work on our cat. The dr. Is very concerned and thorough. We are very happy. read more

Sent two requests, two weeks apart, via their form on their website Cheshirecatoakland, for an appointment and still haven't had a response. Maybe their website is not working or maybe they're not in business? Not sure. Went with another veterinarian's office. read more

Fantastic!!! The vet & staff are SO KIND, gentle & genuinely caring. The vet gets down on the floor with my cat to ensure he is calm & comfortable while getting vitals checked. She also called multiple times after our first visit to follow up & discuss treatment options. I've been SO IMPRESSED w Cheshire's ability to diagnose & treat my cat's asthma when other vets have completely let us down. Thank you!!!!!!!!!! ***** I HIGHLY HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!! ***** read more

I took my kitty for her first appointment at this clinic today. Kitty was very upset and the doctor and the staff were all helpful, compassionate and patient. read more

Thanks for referring, Heather! Sable, Handsome, and Ratchet have so much love and care here. read more

The absolute best vet for cats! The staff is so friendly and helpful. The vet is knowledgeable and gentle, she has sat on the ground with my cats (who have to come together) and gave them pets while seamlessly fitting the exam in at the same time. We had to move from Oakland, but leaving this vet's office to find a new one in the city was one of the hardest parts. I get anxious about who takes care of my girls, and the staff at Chesire Cat Clinic made me feel so reassured every time read more

Beyond happy to finally find a comprehensive, compassionate cat vet. Dr. Nima, did a wonderful job. She asked great questions and throughly examined my cat. She was so gentle with my cat. Never seen my cat so calm at the Vet. My cat is on the heavier side and for once I was not shamed at the vet. Dr. Nima truly understands cat behavior. Parking was very easy, they have a small lot next to the deli. Also shout out to the vet techs that were also so gentle. They administered a vax and my cat hardly finched. Great reception, over all such a great experience. Exam cost was $96 collected at time of booking. I can't stop raving about our experience. read more

Beware! If one calls the office to say unable to get sick cat in carrier after several attempts with 2 people and 4 hands for appointment, company charges $96 for the missed appointment, then will charge another $96 for the rescheduled appointment. I explained he is now under a bed where we cannot reach him. I've been to at least 5 vets in the past 50 years and this is the first time I have been charged for needing to reschedule for this reason. Cat-only vet does not seem to understand we can't put the cat on a leash like a dog. I would give zero stars if I could for prioritizing profit over care and decency. They could have kept my $96 and let me reschedule without charging another $96, but they will not. It must be easy to let clients go when you are the sole cat-only vet in town. This is the 1st negative review I have placed in yelp. When dissatisfied with a business, I have always kept the negativity to myself because any business or staff can have a bad day. I'm not a hater. This situation warrants this honest review because they are not having a bad day, the business owner chooses to enforce an inflexible policy as if they have never heard the expression about herding cats. What the heck! Shame, shame, shame on the Cheshire Cat Clinic. Haven't been this disgusted in ages. read more

Our one and only vet since we lived in Oakland. We have three cats so we're fairly regular visitors. Staff are great, very considerate and caring for the kitties, and we get to see Dr. Atid almost every time we come here, so I appreciate the continuation of care. She's always been very understanding and offers solutions to issues without necessarily jumping to procedures. The only gripe (and it's not worth removing a star) is that in the Park Blvd location (pre-Covid), parking was tough to get. My solution was always to arrive just as they were opening and set my appointment then. But if you come in the middle of the day, you'll be hard pressed to get parking nearby. Come with someone else if possible, stop briefly so you can go in with your kitty while they find parking elsewhere. read more

I have not been back for over a year. This doctor does not know how to handle a cat unless it is easy to do so. So, last time I went in, they insisted I drug my cat just to get a booster injection. I did so, but wasn't happy about it. I took him in, drugged, and then stood outside and waited. And waited. And waited. I watched as the vet and assistant stood over the exam table going over paperwork. But I had an appointment and my cat had been drugged for it. Yet there he was, in the room, in his carrier, for almost 30 minutes while we waited. I finally started to wave my arms to get their attention. Someone came out and I asked why, if I had an appointment for something as simple as a booster shot, was I having to wait? Why was my cat having to wait? I was told that though I had an appointment, they had the right to keep me waiting. I was not happy, but I didn't yell. It was obvious I was unhappy and angry. So shortly after that, I saw them taking my cat out, one person practically laying on top of him, then giving him the shot. When the vet assistant came out to deliver him to me, she told me that I was not allowed to yell at their staff. I told her I did not yell at anyone. And they would not ever again have the chance for me to do so. I had many appointments with this vet when I felt my feelings, opinion, and what I had to say about my own cats was ignored. This was the last straw. I used to work with a cat rescue organization. I asked the director if she knew this vet. She said yes, and the woman has no idea how to even handle a cat. We dealt with cats that had been abused, neglected, etc. We NEVER had to drug a cat to handle it. I started with Cheshire Cat 33 years ago. Sadly, no one has ever been able to replace the original founding vet. I do prefer a vet that only does cats, but not at the price of terrible care for my loved ones! read more

We have been taking our cats here for years. Now, I love dogs, but the vet is stressful enough for cats without dog smells or barking or investigations from nosey dogs in the waiting room, so having a cat only vet is great. The care our kitties receive here is excellent--the prices are good and they are never pushy with products or tests or procedures. They are open on Saturdays. Parking can take a few extra minutes and they don't have a lot, but they do have three cats that live at the office and provide good cat vibes while you wait. Lastly, they do a discount on exams for black kitties in October. read more

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Dr Atid and the entire team at Cheshire Cat Clinic are wonderful. I have been going here for close to six years. Dr Atid is thorough, a great explainer and candid. She's very practical which I really appreciate. I trust the staff when they take my babies to the back for tests. I was very impressed when she admitted she was stumped by an issue my foster kitten was having and asked me to bring him back for a second opinion by her colleague...which solved his issue! I've owned cats for a long and have been to many vets. Dr Atid is the best. read more

Recently adopted two cats from CatTown and Cheshire Cat Clinic was on their list of recommended vets. Bringing the cats in was a great experience, I would recommend Cheshire Cat Clinic to anyone looking for thorough and trustworthy care. Everyone was super friendly in the clinic - front desk, vet techs, and Dr. Atid. This was my first visit and she spent a lot of time getting to know my cats. She asked me questions and then did an examination. She walked me through her findings both verbally and visually with a picture book. She put all options for treatment on the table and also provided a clear recommendation. She even took the time to show me some of her recommended treatments - to ensure I was purchasing the correct items - at the connected pet store. I found comfort in the details that she provided and that she communicated in a way that I understood. 10/10 would recommend this place to anyone with cats read more

Took my rescue cat in, who had been through some very traumatic experiences, for a wellness exam. The staff were super, very kind, but the vet herself was so arrogant. She basically put down everything I said and cast doubt on any facts I provided. At the end I was just waiting to take my cat and leave. Not coming back. Dr., you need some communication skills. read more

This is the place to take you kitty! Visiting Cheshire where everyone is dedicated to cat care has been a TOTALLY different experience that I have ever experienced at other vet clinics. Admin staff is always super friendly when making appts. Techs and Drs are just awesome-never ever has anyone tried to upsell me, they explain everything, prices are super reasonable and they let you stay in the room while your fur baby is being examined. read more

Absolutely love Dr. Atid, the vet techs, and the receptionist. My other cat has been a patient at East Bay Vet, where they don't seem to like the animal or examine it in much detail. Cheshire Cat Clinic is much better. They give free first exams to cats who were adopted from Oakland Animal Services, which is why I took my kitten there! So glad I did- they solved his ringworm issue very fast, and all of his vaccinations have gone well. read more

This is the most comfortable and supported I've felt at any vet. Definitely the place to go, and thank you for all the help!

This place has such wacky business hours -- they're closed some days, some afternoons, open in the mornings other days and in the evenings other days ... and they don't have a website, so if you want to know what these hours are you have to phone their overworked staff to ask. Oh, but don't phone during the hours they're closed! You'll just get a voicemail saying, "we're in surgery, leave a message." So when is a good time to call? You have to call and find out! ARRGGGGHHH p.s. Once I asked if they had a website and the clerk directed me to a website for a similarly named clinic ... in San Diego!! read more

We wanted to like this clinic- super cute storefront, resident cats, nice front desk staff. The trouble is Dr. Atid. She lacks warmth, and shows little interest in the cats. She also has a hard time seeing the big picture and gets mired in details. We struggled to communicate with her. It was difficult to discuss risks/benefits/alternatives and she seems uncomfortable directly addressing end of life care. We have probably spent thousands of dollars on two older cats. I am glad we have moved on. read more

Now that I have a NEW vet Dr, I view this place differently. Dr. Fong was so patient, friendly, helpful, and knowledgeable. She figured why my cat had bad breath & prescribed antibiotics for him. Problem resolved! VERY happy with my last visit. read more

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I'm surprised I had such a bad experience here... will fill this in when I'm not as upset as I am right now.

My regular vet couldn't see my cat soon enough so I set an appt. with Cheshire Cat Clinic. I couldn't have asked for better care. Dr. Atid and her staff were excellent, professional and friendly. They go out of their way and above and beyond to do a good job. read more

Just be careful, they don't mention (and are misleading) that you'll be fully charged if you don't make your apt, no matter what the circumstances. Definitely try to squeeze money out of you. Lost me as a customer, been coming since my last cat. read more

My cat is having asthma and arthritis issues. I felt Dr Young is excellent!! The problem I have with this clinic are their prices. They are very high. My cat needed to be on a low weight diet. The kibbel they gave me was too hard for all my cats to even chew. Plus, I didn't know you could get the same cat food at Petco for a much cheaper price. Other than that, my visit over all was good. read more

Dr. Atid was okay and the staff was nice, but what made me really annoyed were the prices. Everything seems to cost a LOT, and I sort of accepted it as something at all vets, until I complained to a friend about the estimated costs for extracting 1 - 3 of my cat's teeth. The estimate was $710 - $910, depending on whether or not they extracted one, two or three teeth. This was simply out of my budget, but I also felt terrible because I didn't want my cat to be in pain. I called the place my friend takes her cats to in Pacifica and ended up going there. It cost $532 to extract all three teeth, and I was very happy with the service. Yes, it was a bit of a trek for me, but saving almost $400 was definitely worth it. I've paid the higher comparable amounts at other vets in the East Bay and SF related to teeth expenses, and am feeling like they're all in cahoots to rip us off. (Cheshire Cat charged $220 on a previous visit for blood work and the other vet charged $58.) If you have the possibility of going a little further, it might be worth looking into to save some $$$. read more

This is a WARNING to anyone getting their cat put to sleep. Two days ago, I went with my mom to get her cat, who had developed a fatal tumor in her mouth, put to sleep. My mom was really upset about the whole ordeal and I had comforted her by telling her about my last experience where I had accompanied another of my friends to support her while her cat get put down; this first time required one shot only, they let my friend hold her cat, and it was pretty much instant and very peaceful. This was one of the main things that was giving my mom some sense of relief from the stress of the situation. The experience at the Cheshire Cat Clinic, however, was utterly horrible. The doctor (I don't know his name, but I'm assuming it was Dr. Sodikoff as he's the only other doctor there besides the woman vet) told us that he was going to give Sabriel, my mom's cat, two shots (I have no idea why it couldn't just be one): one would be an anesthetic that would basically render her unconscious, and the other he would have to shave her leg and then it would stop her heart. My mom, who was already in tears, made it very clear to the vet that she didn't want to be there to see Sabriel shaved, but that she would stay with Sabriel while she fell unconscious after the first shot. That first shot was, from my experience, not only unnecessary, but it made the ordeal even more stressful and gruesome for both me and my mom. It left Sabriel with little to no control of her body, so that the irritation and pain in her mouth became too much and she started coughing and spewing blood wildly for a good 30 seconds until her head fell to the side and she stopped. She had been lying down and kept trying feebly to readjust herself towards my mom, but the drugs were too strong. My mom was crying and shaking while trying to whisper to Sabriel and tell her that it was ok and she loves her. My mom is a strong woman, but I could tell she was disturbed. After a few minutes, the doctor came back in saying that it was too bad, but that my mom had made the right decision. This may have been comforting, except for the fact that while he was talking, he had haphazardly grabbed Sabriel and plopped her, without much care or respect, down in front of him. At this point, she was still breathing, but completely limp. Here is what else was so outragingly unprofessional: My mom was still looking at Sabriel when the vet plugged in the electric razor and started it up, grabbed Sabriel's leg nearly began shaving her with that jarring buzzing sound before I quickly ushered my mom out the door so that she wouldn't have to see the last unpleasant portion of poor Sabriel's life. It hurt my mom, and it disgusted me to see that the vet would treat not only an animal, but the owner's emotions with such utter disrespect. Again, if you are considering having your cat put down, PLEASE do not go here. I've felt so guilty about telling my mom how peaceful it would be when Cheshire Cat Clinic made the whole ordeal hell, I needed to write this so that other people might be able to avoid going through the same thing. read more

From reading the other reviews, it seems like the place is great if you get Dr. Atid. I, however, did not have the pleasure and got one whose name I shall not mention out of courtesy. I will just say that you should make sure that you get Dr. Atid, the owner of the establishment, since the other vet is horrid. I had the same experience as Kit K. I would have given the place 2 stars, had it not been for the nice receptionist. But the knowledge of the vet and the technician were both underwhelming. The visitor vet that I had complained that my cat hissed at her. Uh, yeah, you were sticking your finger up his butt. Not that I've consulted Dan Savage, but I don't think cats are into that. She also complained about having to check his anal glands "Lucky us," she said. I had a bad feeling about her from the moment we met because she did not even introduce herself. I had to ask for her name! The visits are well-priced at $60 for a general wellness visit. However, the visit was only about 15 minutes long, and the vet obviously did not care about my cat. I do not plan to take my kitty back here. I would rather spend more money at a nicer clinic that treats my cat with the care he deserves. read more

I just had to update my old review from when Dr. Sodikoff was the vet. I have had nothing but great experiences with the new vet, Dr. Atid. Unfortunately, I have had to spend a bit of time there in the past year as both my cats are old and have had deteriorating health. Most recently my oldest guy was diagnosed with Diabetes. Dr. Atid explained everything thoroughly, told me my options, was not pushy about using insulin (which I decided against doing). She gave me printouts, loaned me a video, and even called a few days later to see if I had questions. As his health got worst, and I was back a the vet, we found out he has a tumor that had progressed rapidly. Sadly it was his time, and when I came back the next day with my family to put him to sleep Dr. Atid was compassionate and understanding. I even received a card from her in the mail today. Everyone else in the office is still there from Dr. Sodikoff's days. I have had wonderful experiences with everyone from the vet techs to the woman who works at the front desk-- they are all stellar and I continue to go back because they treat my cats (as well as me) great! As for the price, I don't price shop for my vet just like I don't price shop for my children's pediatrician. I originally picked Cheshire cat because it's a cat only clinic and they know what they are doing. I have been nothing but impressed with the service and will continue to go back as long as I have cats (and I've still got one left!). read more

My first time was the last... I'm sad to say I had a VERY bad experience here. I went in for an initial checkup for my 1 year old cat. Between the celing tiles shaking due to a kickboxing class upstairs, to the vet trying to upsell me some expensive "preventative" medicine to a healthy cat... to the fact that he grabbed my shy, sweet kitty so hard that she peed on herself. It was awful. I guess I can't believe other folks think he's a good vet. read more

If you love your cat you'll take him/her here when they are sick. My cat was sick. He was losing weight. I took him in Friday and they did blood work. They got the results back on Saturday, but everything was normal. The vet was still concerned and told me to bring him back in on Monday for a chest xray. That night he got much worse. He was having trouble breathing. I rushed him to a very good emergency hospital in Berkeley where they did a chest xray. The vet there could not see anything on the xray. The radiology specialist then reviewed it. He also found nothing. I spent hundreds of dollars and at 5am brought my sick cat home with still no answers. Monday, I brought my cat back to Cheshire, along with a copy of the xray from the emergency vet. Dr. Sodikoff reviewed the xray and determined that there appeared to be something in my cat's lungs. He took another xray and--lo and behold--there was a huge amount fluid in his lungs and an enlarged heart. He sent the new xray back to the radiology specialist who confirmed this. Why was Dr. Sodikoff able to see something that a specialist in the field missed? BECAUSE HE IS AN EXCELLENT, EXPERIENCED, AND DEVOTED VET. The fact that he ran his diagnosis past the specialist shows his care and absolute lack of ego. He continued to follow up with me, calling every day to check on my cat's status. He did not get paid for all the time he spent with me on the phone. He did it because he is a caring man. If Dr. Sodikoff hadn't found the problem, my cat's lungs would have continued to flood, his breathing would have become more and more compromised. I doubt he would have made it much longer. But now it is five weeks later and my cat is on heart medication, has gained a significant amount of weight and is back to his happy, affectionate self. What do I make of the poor reviews some have given this place? Here are a couple of thoughts: 1) People are cheap. Does it occur to them that pets can be expensive? That sometimes vets recommend meds/procedures because they know what's best? If you don't want to shell out the bucks, don't get a cat. And for the record, THIS PLACE IS NOT EXPENSIVE as vets go. Look around. You'll see. 2) A trip to a vet is NOT CLUB MED FOR CATS. They don't like to go there--that's a given. Just because your cat didn't seem to like the experience doesn't mean the vet is not good. 3) Some days this place has limited hours, yes. But they are open 6 days a week which is more days than most small businesses. Keep in mind that when they close during mid-day it is so they can perform surgeries without interruptions. They are a small business with one doctor on staff at a time. If you want to take your cat to one of those 7/11ish VCA corporate mills, you might find more convenient hours, but I promise your pet won't get the same type of individualized care. Oh, and the other vet--Dr. Fong--has also treated my cat. She is kind, smart, and also an excellent vet. And the rest of the staff--Monique, Jessica, and Lori--is top-notch as well. THANK YOU, CHESHIRE CAT CLINIC. read more

I can't speak highly enough of my love for Cheshire Cat Clinic and the amazing staff. Dr. Atid, Monique, Jessica, Ashley... the entire crew. What a warm, healing, caring bunch. I've been coming to Cheshire Cat since I moved to Oakland 8 years ago. I am a self-professed crazy cat lady, and there's no better place to take my felines! The few naysayers are interesting - veterinary care IS costly, but Dr. Atid never EVER overcharges or suggests things that aren't necessary. Chances are, I'll have more cats and many more visits to Cheshire Cat. And I'm so glad they are here!! read more

If I could, I'd give Cheshire 10/10 stars. This place is honestly, the BEST vet I've ever been to, nothing but kind hearted cat lovers who are there to help you and your feline companion. From the sweet receptionist Lori, MA's John, Jessica & Dominique to Dr.Atid & Dr. Fung, I would just like to thank you guys for your outstanding customer service, veterinarian skills and sincere hearts towards my feelings and especially the safety, health and comfort of Pepper & Oliver. Dr.Atid is Peppers primary care physician and is now going to be Oliver's as well. Never in my life as a cat owner have I come across a veterinarian who cares so much for cats, I guess maybe that's why this is specifically a CAT clinic. :P The facility is small but extremely comforting for the cats since it's nice and quiet. No loud dogs barking up a storm to frighten them and they provide coffee and cookies for their human parents while they wait to be seen. :-) We had Pepper first for 7 months and decided to add an addition to the family so she's not lonely while her parents are away. But little did we know that Oliver would bring a bug home with him from the shelter and got his new sister sick. I was extremely concerned because we got him a day before the Thanksgiving Holidays and Pepper got sick on Thanksgiving day... we did a bunch of research online and we thought that she might of just been going through the jealous stage that ,most cats do when a newcomer comes into the house... but it turned out that she did not eat for two straight days... going on three... especially when we tried giving her her favorite flavor canned food... So as an emergency attempt I tried to take her to see Dr.Atid but she was not available on Black Friday, instead I got Dr.Fung. I was concerned at first because the negative reviews indicated that one doctor was really rude and not caring towards the cats... so I was hesitant to find out that Dr.Atid was not going to see Pepper but wow... Dr.Fung was completely gentle & patient with Pepper, thoroughly examined her to get to the bottom of what was causing her lost of appetite. Even when Pepper hissed at her once, she did not make an inappropriate comment, she completely understood Peppers agitation and proceeded when Pepper had calmed down. Was really impressed and appreciated that greatly. It turned out that Pepper had a bad case of Tonsillitis and was dehydrated, was prescribed antibiotics and given fluids through the skin. We followed protocol as Dominique (sorry if I got your name wrong!) had instructed us to do so when it came to giving our cats the medication and forced fed her and we had our baby again! She's bouncing around, running around the apartment and playing with Oliver. :-) Oliver was seen today by Dr.Atid and once again, completely informative and excellent service from her. This place CAN be a little bit pricey, however, as people say, you get what you pay for and like we do for our children, we pay for them to be seen by THE BEST. So if your furry friends mean the world to you like they do to me, I HIGHLY recommend this place for them to be seen. read more

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Dr. Atid has been a lifesaver for our families cats. Recently we had to navigate a very serious and chronic illness with my son's cat. This was the kitten he found at preschool...loved this cat. We trusted the help that we got, tried to treat and stabilize our Pixie, and appreciated the reality checks we got. Now, we are fostering kittens in need with a local resuce and Dr. Atid is really helping out with the latest ragamuffin of a kitten found in the middle of a busy street. I trust her opinion and am grateful for her willingness to help our rescue efforts. Also, can I say the staff have been very lovely and even though I have two active boys in tow at this appointments, everyone is patient and welcoming of our whole family. read more

I have never been great about getting my cats to the vet, but Cheshire has proven over the past few years to be very trustworthy to me. The rates are always less than I am expecting, and they have diagnosed everything correctly so far. Highly recommend! read more

A few years ago I was in a complete panic because I had to fly home for a family emergency. I knew I would be gone for several weeks and Prince Malcolm Shabazz, Great Feline of Oakland, was going to have to accompany me on this journey. He needed a health certificate in order to get on a plane in 24 hours. I called around and no one could fit us in...except Cheshire Cat clinic. They were kind and amazing. They gave him the 1 shot he would need to be cleared to fly and prescribed some kitty volume to help ease his anxiety. Since then, I have brought His Royal Highness to them for all his vet needs. The hours can sometimes be challenging and once when we were in crises, I strayed and went to another vet - The difference in service was HUGE! The "other" clinic did not have the little special touches that make kitties happy - ie the ear thermometers or a higher concentration of the antibiotic so I did not have to administer as much - they treated all animals - cats and dogs, the same way. I humbly returned to Cheshire Cat clinic and within 1 appointment, we were back on track and given the royal treatment. Dr. Susan Trujillo explained my options and I was very comfortable with the course of treatment. Prince M is back to his old self and I will never again stray from Cheshire Cat Clinic. read more