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    Alendre L.

    Let me start by saying this place was absolutely worth the drive from Hayward. I found it through some online forums and decided to give it a try - and I'm so glad I did. We arrived around 8:30 AM for our dog's drop-off, and even though there were a lot of people already waiting, the process was surprisingly smooth. They clearly have an efficient system in place. After check-in, we were brought inside to speak with the vet, who walked us through everything and answered our questions. Thankfully, our pup was healthy and cleared for the procedure with no concerns. We got a call around 11 AM letting us know everything went well, with a pickup time at 1 PM, which gave our dog time to rest and recover from anesthesia. The procedure went well and he's recovering nicely. Overall, the experience was a 5/5 - friendly staff, efficient service, and incredibly affordable pricing. In addition to spay/neuter services, they also offer vaccinations and microchipping. For our 1-year-old, ~25 lb cockapoo, the total for neutering and microchipping was about $250, which is honestly unbeatable. If you're looking for high-quality, affordable care for your pet, I highly recommend checking this place out and booking an appt online or by phone.

    Enjoying the wind. 1 week after surgery
    Felipe S.

    LLOOONNNG REVIEW SORRY I want to give this place a 5 star review Ladies and homies, because of what they do. So I have a few husky mixes at home and I need to spay 3 of my female dogs(1 is 7 years old and 2 are 3 years old) I've been looking for a spot that doesn't charge a crazy amount, I understand it might make me sound like I don't want to spend on my pupz. It's just I don't want to spend thousands, most places charge up from 500-700 for big sized dogs. *and special clinics have some requirements that don't line up with my schedule My veterinarian recommended this place to me so I checked them out(I reside in Fairfield). The process works by you calling or going online and requesting a procedure. You will have to check their dates, but they aren't crazy booked. They send you the paper work online and basically just fill it out and payment will be due upon arrival. The forms tell you of what you need to do before bringing your dog or cat. Get there by 8 the day of the procedure (it's in a quiet shopping center with parking). You step into the facility,without your pet, and check in take care of the paperwork and payment. It gets busy. Then stay at your car till they come and get you and you fur baby. You will speak with the nurse and surgeon , any concerns and questions answered. They aren't super helpful and polite being swamped with the intakes. After that you surrender your pet. Wait a few hours usually by 3 ish your pet will be back in your care with their medicine and aftercare info. They have cones, and other medicine available. I have spayed already two of my dogs Zoey(7years) recovering currently a week after surgery Rosie(3year) two months healthy and active SO check them out support them. They are here for your pets, so show them some love. They are here to help you with your lil babies. Ps..(((for certain size dogs 65 lbs. is an ideal weight for the surgery)) at least for my dogs. Again they are helpful so ask them.

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    Arcelia H.

    I had a good experience with the pet advocate and so did my cat. The process of getting her spayed was straight forward and organized. I have and will continue to recommend this place to pet owners. It's definitely one of the more affordable options and worth the visit due to the good service.

    We drove from Sacramento for a dental cleaning and the experience was great and the team and was friendly and nice. Great service I'm so grateful I came across this place! Bernie is also 10 years old so I was a little nervous about his age but he did great and the team was very informative and caring with everything from start to finish!

    Pre dental

    Great experience 10/10 would recommend, way more affordable then pretty much anywhere else my little dog got a dental I was able to pick up sooner then eta before. So hat was nice .

    SOAKED IN URINE
    Trinity M.

    Absolutely unacceptable care and shady billing. Avoid this place. I dropped my cat off today for a neuter procedure and this experience was a nightmare from start to finish. When I booked online, I paid a $20 deposit, and the website clearly showed my remaining balance would be $150. When I dropped him off this morning, the technician suddenly told me the remaining balance was $170. No explanation. No breakdown. Just an extra $20 magically added on top of the deposit I had already paid. At that point my cat needed the surgery, so I had no choice but to pay. When I picked him up around 3:00-3:30 PM, the technician casually mentioned that he "had an accident" after surgery but that they "cleaned it up." That turned out to be a blatant lie. When we got home and took him out of the carrier, my boyfriend and I discovered that my cat was completely soaked in urine. Not damp. Not a little messy. SOAKED. They did not clean him. They simply put a puppy pad over the accident and left him sitting in his own urine from around 1:30PM until pickup hours later. This is beyond dangerous because post-surgery stitches are not supposed to get wet. We immediately called the clinic, and instead of being concerned or offering a solution, they were dismissive and told us this was "normal." Apparently, in their world, it's totally fine to send pets home covered in urine. They offered no help, no apology, and no guidance. I had to call another clinic in Lathrop just to ask what to do, because obviously we cannot leave our cat soaked in urine. That clinic immediately told me he should not get wet and that wiping him down was necessary. Without me even mentioning the name of where we went, the person on the phone asked, "Was it Pet Advocate?" That says everything. Clearly this place has a reputation for neglect like this. The lack of care, accountability, and basic compassion is shocking. Between the surprise charges and the way they treated my cat after surgery, it is very clear that they do not give a shit about your animals. Do yourself and your pets a favor and go literally anywhere else.

    Mia S.

    I am so pleased with my experience at The Pet Advocate! I booked a dental cleaning for my dog, Zero, and needed to reschedule it a couple of times, but the office staff was very understanding and flexible. Once I finally was able to commit to a date, the correspondence I received from TPA was clear and helpful. I was told when to begin restricting food/water, what time to arrive, and the details of the check-in process. As directed, I arrived by 8am and notified office staff. I was quickly greeted by the vet tech, Jill, who was absolutely the best. Jill was warm, patient, and knowledgeable. She let me see where the procedure would be preformed and where Zero would be held, and explained when/why she would call (if blood work was concerning, if it wasn't safe to sedate, if they had suggested extractions). Despite being nervous, Jill definitely helped me feel better about leaving my boy in her care. Since his bloodwork was fine, the next time I heard from Jill was when she called to share suggested extractions. She briefly reviewed the dentition of a dog, explained where there were areas of concern in Zero's mouth, and was able to give me monetary figures when asked. She took time to consider my follow-up questions and I felt the interaction was professional while being empathetic and frank. At no time did I feel that she was trying to upsell me or otherwise get more money out of me. When I picked Zero up, Jill came out holding him. She sat with me and reviewed his bloodwork line by line, his X-rays, and showed me before and after pictures of his teeth. She also provided me with clearly labeled medications. We talked about food and general aftercare, including what I might observe, and I felt comfortable about heading home. We are now at the tail end of recovery and Zero has done fantastic, and I truly attribute a lot of that to Jill & her efforts. Thank you!

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    Gabriela C.

    Absolute gratitude for the existence of this community & company! Money saver! Great service, easy online & phone support. Rarely it's Not too good to be TRUE! Thanks from Zen & family.

    Sheree R.

    I brought my female husky, Cali, here to get spayed and had a great experience! Check-in was fast and efficient, and although there was a long wait, they mention that in the email beforehand, so I knew what to expect. The staff was super nice, and I appreciated that the vet talked with me before taking my dog back for the procedure. The only thing I'd suggest is having two separate lines -- one for drop-offs and another for payments -- since it was a little confusing at first. Tip for pet parents: if your dog has a cone, they may have trouble eating on their own, so be ready to hand-feed. Also, hide their meds in food (I used meatballs!) and make sure to finish all the doses. My husky healed really well and was back to her normal self soon after the procedure, which shows how great their care is! Overall, I highly recommend The Pet Advocate -- they truly care about your pets and make the process smooth and reassuring!

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    They are very professional and have the lowest prices for animal care. I have taken our cat to them.

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    Ask the Community - The Pet Advocate

    My dog is experiencing pain somewhere. He doesn't let me touch his back end anymore and gets nippy. Does this vet do X-rays?

    I have not needed x-rays at this vet. I looked at their services they offer, x-rays are not listed. I hope that helps. \ . -… 

    For spays on small miniature dachshunds, is it a large incision or slit?

    How much on average are teeth extractions?

    I think that it was $50 a tooth after the initial visit, x-rays and anesthesia. My dog needed extensive work so it was over $1000.00. My vet recommended them. They were very nice. I'm sure that if you call them you can find out all the… 

    Is this a regular per clinic that provide medical and health services such as pet check up etc?…

    I was there a couple of months ago to have my pet spayed. They only offer certain services: Spay/neuter, vaccinations and dental cleaning. Their website also mentions the specifics on type of vaccines, etc. Services are for cats and dogs.

    How much to neuter a 4 mo male kitten?

    https://www.thepetadvocatevet.com/prices-and-rates

    Does this place do ear cropping?

    No. We are only a spay/neuter and vaccination veterinary. We do not do any full-service veterinary services.

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    DR Thomas R Ross Veterinary Services

    DR Thomas R Ross Veterinary Services

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    I cannot thank Dr. Ross enough for truly helping my kitten when we needed it most…read more Last year, I adopted a kitten who recently developed a severe allergic reaction to something in our environment (either food or a household cleaner). I initially took her to another vet in town, and it was a complete nightmare. They charged me a fortune ($$$) and put her on heavy, unnecessary medications. When I called them a few days later to report that she wasn't getting any better, their actual response was, "Don't know what to tell you." Frustrated and looking for answers, I made an appointment with Dr. Ross. The difference was night and day. He thoroughly checked her out, got right to the root of the problem, and confirmed it was simply allergies. Instead of masking the issue with a cocktail of pills, he gave her a single steroid shot and clearly explained exactly what elements to avoid at home. Thanks to him, my kitten is doing fantastic and we are finally all good! Dr. Ross is incredibly straightforward, takes the actual time to investigate the cause of an illness, and focuses on the right solution rather than just racking up a bill. If you want a vet who genuinely cares and gives honest, effective care, see Dr. Ross

    Dr Ross took care of us when our puggle was sick and then later helped put him to sleep. He's very…read morehonest and caring with pets. The staff is friendly and can tell they enjoy their job. Parking lot is small since it is shared with other businesses.

    VCA Old River Animal Hospital

    VCA Old River Animal Hospital

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    I love VCA pet hospital. I've been taking my 4 year old Dachshund, Hazel, there since she was 3 mos…read moreold. Despite my dog acting completely out of control due to severe anxiety, everyone there is extremely nice and accommodating to her. Linda at the front desk is so sweet. Dr. Machicao is the absolute best! She's been very good with my weenie, never pushy, and explains things thoroughly for me to understand. Every procedure we've had done has gone well. I'm happy with VCA

    Absolutely do NOT recommend VCA Old River Animal Hospital. They have changed for the worse…read more Their system "glitched" and somehow deleted my dog's long-standing auto-ship medication that had been on file with Dr. Jackson, who was AMAZING. Of course, Dr. Jackson has now left, and everything has gone downhill since. Now the "general manager" -- who is not a veterinarian -- decided to play doctor and tell me that my dog's condition, pannus (chronic superficial keratitis, scar tissue/cloudiness in BOTH eyes), isn't a chronic condition. That is flat-out wrong. Pannus IS chronic and requires lifelong management. I'm sorry, but where did you get your veterinary license to make medical decisions? Instead of simply continuing an established treatment plan that has already been diagnosed, documented, and treated for, they now want me to: Cancel all my existing plans Schedule a visit with another doctor Pay AGAIN Just to be told the exact same thing: Yes, he has pannus. Yes, it's chronic. Yes, he needs ongoing medication. This is a complete waste of time, completely unnecessary stress for my dog, and feels like nothing more than a money-making scheme. This hospital used to be great. Now it's disorganized, dismissive, and more interested in billing than patient care. Losing Dr. Jackson clearly took the quality of care with him. Highly disappointed. Highly frustrated. Highly do NOT recommend.

    Grantline Veterinary Hospital - New name.

    Grantline Veterinary Hospital

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    These guys saved my girls life with hours to spare! My female Muppet contracted a uterus infection…read moreafter giving birth to puppies and stopped eating. She was excreting puss from her uterus and was clinging to life. When no other clinic in Sacramento would make time to see her, I reached out to Grantline Veterinary Hospital and despite being over an hour away and fully booked, they showed me compassion and agreed to see my dog. They did a round of X-rays on her, gave her subcutaneous fluids, antibiotics, and sound advice to de-stress her that you don't find online. That was Tuesday evening. I didn't really notice the difference until Wednesday night when she had a full 24 hours of antibiotics and I was able to relocate her pups to a certified whelper. She started eating again, vigorously at that. Her internal puss discharge decreased by 95%, and her energy levels went back to normal. Now not even 66 hours later, I have my old dog back! She's jumping around like the puppy she once was! Thank you Doc! Please listen to these guys. They will save your dogs life!

    Really mixed reviews…read more 1st interaction was for a quote to bring my dog in because she chewed her butt raw. They were not the lowest priced but Sam showed genuine compassion for my pup. I brought her in They performed services and prescribed medication. When I paid, I felt very cared for by Sam and Dr. Aman. I had no issues. Easily perfect service, from them and the vet tech who did the work. 5/5* 1 month and 3 days later, I call this business back because I'd like to give them more business- that's what you do when you feel cared for. I'm not gonna bad mouth nobody, but whoever answered today completely turned me off from this place. Sam come train the weekend warrior. You don't tell the customer who states exactly what they want- which is a service you provide, that they have to jump through hoops to get it. (pay for an exam, speak to a doctor and assess if that's what she needs.). I know what my babygirl needs and wanted to go somewhere I thought I could trust. You made me feel like I was talking to a scam artist today. 0/5* My general consensus is that your experience will depend upon the employee you get when you call in. 50/50 for me right now but I'm unsure if I'll bring Kiona back after this call for a routine ear cleaning felt more predatory than caring.

    Banfield Pet Hospital

    Banfield Pet Hospital

    (70 reviews)

    Dr. Madrazo at Banfield is the most compassionate, skilled, and caring veterinarian. She has been…read morecaring for my cat (now a senior kitty) since Dr. Madrazo was in Fremont. While it is never easy to see a beloved pet get older, the care they need by such an amazing doctor makes the experience worthwhile. I can tell my kitty loves Dr M. The banfield pet plan is a wonderful insurance plan. It covers a lot of treatments and diagnostics. Anything not covered is given at a 20% discount. Your pet is like your child, money isn't really a consideration. Doing right by the pet is the important part. The staff here are also quite helpful such as Raoul and Rebecca. Thank you Banfield for having one of the best doctors as your staff!

    If only there was a zero star rating…read more In a nutshell, the overall ratings of this location as 2 stars says it all. But here's our story: We took our cat to them for serious issues. Their temp doctor said tests needed to be done, but we should take him to VEG in San Ramon. So we did. VEG took care of him. Then I looked at the paperwork from Banfield before sending it to our insurance. The date of birth was made up because we were never asked. Then a bunch of items were marked as "client declined", which never happened. It's been 3 weeks we've been trying and each time we were told they don't have a way to get a hold of the doctor and he's the only one that can change things. When asked for the manager, we were told she was out sick. Each time it was, "she should be back in a couple of days". After getting tired of this, I called the corporate office. Got a run around and then transferred to a "care team member". I was told that someone should get back to me within 3-5 business days. 6 business days later, yesterday I went there and the receptionist said she was out sick. When I said I wasn't leaving without speaking with someone, she appeared out of the back office. Needless to say, she wasn't helpful, but was rude and said she was going to call the cops. And gave me a number to the corporate office (wrong number). I said she should and I called their corporate office at the correct number I had. The person told me she would escalate the complaint and I should hear back before the end of the day. Didn't happen. I called again right now and got the same 3-5 days story. Apparently the so called "care team" is a buffer to keep customers from voicing their concerns to the stakeholders. I asked the "care team member" what happens if I don't get a call back? She said without hesitation that I'd have to wait another 3 days and call again. If you don't think this is ridiculous, I don't know what is. When you read the above, a lot of questions about discrepancies will arise. The question to each discrepancy is "Why?" Why the refusal to correct? Why the lies? Why no return calls? Why they said they don't have the number to call the doctor they call all the time? Why? Why? Why? Finally, what is it they are trying to hide or avoid? If you care about your pet's health, avoid this place and any Banfield hospital.

    The Pet Advocate - vet - Updated August 2026

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