I'm am a professional dog trainer with a BS in animal science and a background in pre veterinary…read moremedicine for both large and small animals. Finding a good vet that is at a privately owned hospital has been a challenge and after reading their website and hearing good things from a couple of colleagues, I drove over an hour each way for appointments with each of my dogs. I saw Dr. Cauvel and was very impressed with his knowledge, he recognized it was better for me to handle my super excitable malinois vs have her go into the back for her vaccination, and most importantly, when I presented him with a more complex issue on one of my dogs and I presented my thoughts, he didn't treat me like my background was somehow a threat like I have experienced before. He went out of his way to review some information and photos I emailed after the appointment and we decided on what to try. I was really thrilled with my experience with this vet at this practice with both of my dogs, and despite the drive will definitely be coming back for future needs.

I strongly advise against trusting this clinic with any major surgery. I brought my rescue cat here…read morefor treatment of nose cancer, which they had already diagnosed as being present throughout his entire nose. Despite this, they completely ignored one side of his nose during treatment and committed multiple acts of severe professional negligence. 1. Failure to Follow Agreed Treatment Plan: I paid for and consulted on an aggressive, complete nose removal. The consulting veterinarian explicitly stated that the surgery "would be a waste" unless the entire nose was removed because leaving any cancer behind would cause it to return aggressively. Instead, a general practice surgeon--whom I was never permitted to speak with--made a unilateral mid-surgery decision to perform a minimal "scrape," leaving 2/3 of the tumor and visible cancerous bulbs intact. 2. Complete Violation of Informed Consent: If the surgeon did not feel capable or comfortable performing the agreed-upon nose removal once my cat was sedated, they had a strict medical and ethical obligation to call me from the operating room. By failing to contact me, they denied me my legal right to decline a substandard procedure, wake my cat up, and immediately transfer him to a qualified veterinary oncologist or specialist who could perform the surgery correctly. 3. Total Lack of Post-Operative Communication: When I picked up my cat after major surgery, the clinic provided absolutely zero communication or discharge instructions. I had to discover via text message that they failed to complete the agreed-upon service. They then falsely claimed the cancer was only on one side, directly contradicting their own previous diagnosis and what was clearly visible. Because of their failure to remove the tumor as promised, the cancer returned with extreme aggression. I had to euthanize my cat because this clinic robbed him of his only opportunity to receive a proper, complete surgery from a qualified professional. I have the full text message logs, emails, and images confirming this timeline. A formal complaint regarding this professional negligence and failure to obtain informed consent is being filed directly with the State Veterinary Board. Do not trust them with your animal's life. Response to owner : There is a fundamental difference between a "medically complex" adjustment and a complete change in surgical scope without owner consent. The explicit, documented purpose of Tom Tom's consultation was a complete nose removal. I was explicitly told by your staff that a partial removal or "minimal scrape" would not be effective given the aggressive nature of his cancer. Yet, while he was sedated, Dr. Eileen made the unilateral decision to pivot to a minimal scrape, leaving active cancerous bulbs behind, without ever calling me to get my informed consent. By failing to call me from the operating room, you denied me my legal right as a client to decline a sub-standard procedure. Had I been contacted, I would have immediately instructed the clinic to wake him up so I could transfer him to a qualified veterinary oncologist or specialist who was capable of performing the agreed-upon surgery. Furthermore, your clinic attempted to retain 100% of the funds for a complete nose removal until I forced accountability through a series of extensive emails. Your own text message records confirm that the surgeon only focused on one side of the nose, directly contradicting the agreed-upon treatment plan. This is a clear issue of professional negligence and a failure to obtain informed consent, not a misunderstanding of "expectations." I will not be having further private discussions with management to help cover up this clinic's lack of informed consent. The time for discussion was when Tom Tom was on the operating table. All further correspondence from me will be handled directly through the formal complaint I am filing with the State Veterinary Board.

Rica was due for her annual checkup with Dr.Bruno. I updated Dr.Bruno on Rica's anxiety issues…read morevisiting the Groomer and Vet. appointments. The medication prescribed has made a wonderful difference and improvement in Rica's fears. Dr.Bruno updated her prescription based on Rica's increased weight from our last appt. It's always a pleasure to see Dr.Bruno, she's a very caring person and excellent Vet. I can't say enough about how grateful I am to have Dr.Bruno and the entire staff caring for my precious Rica. I highly recommend Central Veterinary Hospital.

This review is for the staffing shortage at CV. I was there and Alex was all alone juggling phone…read morecalls and taking care of clients at the window. Some clients were very disappointed at her, and one even drove to CV to complain about being on hold for so long. It is not fair to have anyone be alone at such a busy office. The management should have someone take the phone lines, as one address the front clients. Taking care of my furry guy was great...

My cat, Tia, required removal of a large piece of her intestine. Dr. Balendran arranged the…read moreprocedure at the Golden Paws Clinic. The surgery was a success and the staff (Mary, vet techs including Rich and attending vets) were quick to give me well thought out advice for Tia's care and convalescence. Since this was not a routine surgery, I listened to everyone's advice including Dr. B, the vet techs, Mary and the attending vets. Acting on everyone's advice, Tia made a remarkable recovery. I am very grateful to the Golden Paws Clinic for their affordable pet/med/care, careful execution of pet health interventions, keeping the pet comfortable and offering options for interventions. I have been impressed with everyone's transparency at the clinic, and I will be returning with my pets for other health visits.

Love taking my dogs, Memphis and Millie to Golden Paw Clinic! From the moment we walk in, the staff…read moreis always friendly, welcoming, and genuinely caring. I feel like I had an amazing experience overall because my dogs are very comfortable being here. The veterinarian and staff truly treat pets like family, and it's clear they are passionate about what they do. They are very clear and ask before doing things. They make coming here very easy. Memphis and Millie always receive excellent care, and I leave feeling confident that they're in good hands.

We started coming here as first-time cat owners back in 2021 when we adopted our older bonded cats…read moreand from day one the team has been nothing short of wonderful. When our cat Basil was diagnosed with chronic kidney disease, they walked us through everything with so much patience and kindness answering every question we had, no matter how small, without ever making us feel judged. This was all very new to use as we were not aware of how common this is in older cats! Additionally, this is a family-owned practice and it really shows. Dr Gil jr has been so wonderful to us! You can feel the genuine care in every interaction. Special shoutout to Alma who has been an excellent tech/assistant to basil since she was first diagnosed and hospitalized earlier this year. If you're looking for a vet that will treat your pet like family and support you as an owner every step of the way, look no further. We're so grateful to have found them!!

We have been taking our dog here for 4 years and won't take him anywhere else. The doctors are very…read morecaring and our dog is very comfortable and at ease when he goes to the vet. They listen to our concerns and they are very thorough in their screenings and the treatments. We are so grateful to them. They are excellent!

Dr Halah has been extremely supportive of our rescue specifically our foster kitten program. We…read morehave been very pleased also with the staff there.

I appreciate the service from Dr. Marian and the kind receptionist, Paulette, but the vet costs are…read moreridiculous. There is no kitten package or new patient discount offered, unlike other veterinary hospitals/clinics. We paid over $1,000 for two cats under one year old for a wellness exam, rabies shot, vaccines, nail trim, ear cleaning, and medications. It's nice that they offered a better flea medication, dietary suggestions, and taught me how to trim their nails as a new cat owner. When the doctor offered an estimated cost of spaying my younger cat, my jaw dropped at how ridiculous it is, $1,516 total to cover an exam, anesthesia, injections, medication, IV & fluid administration, and more. I prefer to go somewhere else for half the estimated cost. Expect them to be on hold with the receptionists since they are busy with phone calls. I even had to wait 15 minutes to check in for my appointment when I arrived right on time. I also have to wait a while to give a stool sample while Paulette finishes her call with clients. They should have a stool sample box to drop in, like in hospitals. Good for a one-time exam with a responsive appointment set up, since they open from 8 am to 8 pm every day.

Noticed my dog having pee accidents, excessive thirst and a few other out of the ordinary symptoms…read more I called on Wednesday and by Friday he's been thoroughly tested and diagnosed with Cushings and I already have a prescription for him. The tech Maya was very communicative and helpful through this process. I have been able to get physical copies of all of his tests as well. Thank you to the staff. Everyone at the front desk was very kind, efficient & considerate as well.

Worst experience for my dog and I. I went a couple months back and was told to get a blood test for…read moredog... worst experience ever. both me and my dog were terrified as they get blood from the jugular. Next the vet made a whole plan for my dog... never gave us the prescriptions, never commented or called us about the results and never followed up. Next the receptionists, worst calling experience ever. Customer service skills are by far worse than if you called a prison. When asking questions, consistently met with disregard, disrespect and no manners at all. It's a horrifying experience, they do not treat your pet or their owners with respect or proper attention to detail with their care. Do not recommend going, because you'll be left with unanswered questions and so much disrespect.

My dog was in pain and its primary vet wasn't available, so I took him to Beacon Vet Emergency…read morewithout an appointment. Like any emergency room on a holiday, it took 2-3 hours before the veterinarian was able to see him. After arrival he was triaged by a nurse. The veterinary performed a very thorough exam and administered pain medication. Beacon Veterinary also provided us with complete visit reports, which we'll take to our primary vet for follow-up treatment. Because of another health condition, we've been taking our dog to a specialist at Beacon for the past several years. With both services, our experience has been excellent.

Our one year old cat suddenly became lethargic and stopped eating; we knew something was wrong, but…read morecould not figure out what it was, even after seeing our regular vet. Dr. Julie Damron was a lifesaver. She quickly diagnosed him with FIP, a virus that was a death sentence for cats until very recently. She didn't just give us a diagnosis; she gave us a plan, referring us to a specialist with the right treatment to save him. Our boy is now home and stronger than ever. The team at Beacon is professional, calm, and truly knows their stuff. If you're facing a tough situation with your pet, I cannot recommend them enough.

I had a very positive experience getting my rabbit neutered at For Paws. The staff was always quick…read moreto respond to inquiries and very friendly at drop off and pick up. It seems like they really care about the animals that they work on. I paid $240 for the neuter and an additional $20 for a microchip, though prices do vary. Most vet offices charge at least $600 for rabbit neutering, so I'm really happy that there is an organization like For Paws in the Bay Area to help make spaying and neutering more accessible to those who can't afford that. They only accept cash and don't provide change. I highly recommend For Paws for rabbit parents!

Had my seventh cat neutered here, and each time the service is great. Small parking lot but it's…read morejust a drop off and pick up concept. They do offer vaccines, deworming, microchipping etc. at a low cost while your pet is being neutered/spayed. Your pets are in good care here.

We are so happy to have found The Woof Gang! Coree set up our first Meet-and-Greet with Wolfgang…read more After his visit, we were 100% convinced that our pup would be in excellent hands. He brought Mark for a follow-up visit, as Mark covers our area and was the primary provider. Mark is so gentle and kind, and you can tell he truly loves animals. During our 3 weeks away, our son was here after work and overnight, but Mark came during the daytime to do feedings and walks. He worked around our schedule, sometimes coming twice during the day. We often have visitors, and our pup is very friendly with everyone, but he has a special love for Mark, as he is always SUPER excited to see him! The Woof Gang is an extremely organized, caring, reasonably priced and trustworthy company. Look no further for pet care in your own home with this top-notch provider. Five stars!

We have been using their service for two cats, past couple years, especially when we are leaving…read morehome for longer trips. They are very thorough in getting to know your pets and your home. When you are away, they not only take care of your home, but do cleanups, house checks, etc. They have even fixed couple things at home.

This team was absolutely fantastic! MVVC is clean, friendly,…read moreand gentle rabbit experts. - My bunny seemed thin, so I took him to MVVC after being sent home from Aborn clinic (Fremont). Aborn barely checked him over & said he was healthy. - MVVC took his weight loss very seriously and offered blood tests - turned out he was in dire straits. They gave appreciated my concern about costs and recommended the most effective testing & medications right away. Your pets will be cared for well here.

This team was absolutely fantastic! MVVC is clean,…read morefriendly, and gentle rabbit experts. - My bunny seemed thin, so I took him to MVVC after being sent home from Aborn clinic (Fremont). Aborn barely checked him over & said he was healthy. - MVVC took his weight loss very seriously and offered blood tests - turned out he was in dire straits. They gave appreciated my concern about costs and recommended the most effective testing & medications right away. Your pets will be cared for well here.