Had my pups ears cropped last week came out amazing he did a very nice job on her earsread more

I arrived early for my dog's appointment to find that the neighborhood was rougher than expected…read more There was road construction in front of the business blocking what appeared to be the one and only spot for street parking. As I headed down the side street of auto shops and junkyards mixed in with rundown late 20th century homes I began to brood. I found a spot to park and waited a few minutes until it was closer to my appointment time. Just as I exited my car, I saw a huge, loose German Shepherd walking near the back of my car. I stood and watched as he sauntered westward down Worth Street causing the myriad of dogs along the way, chained in yards and in cages and running loose in yards, to explode in barking, growling, jumping aggression towards him. Think of the Fresh Fish scene in Shawshank redemption. The shepherd was completely unphased. I waited for him to reach California before taking my 15lb dog out of the car. We walked very quickly down the middle of the street to our own chorus of maniacal barking and rushed inside the California Cat and Dog Hospital. When the door closed behind me, I attempted a deep breath of relief but the smell of ammonia, and other unknown and unpleasant odors, began immediately burning my nostrils. My disillusionment was growing rapidly as I walked up to the front counter and gave my name an appointment time. I looked to my left and saw a bulletin board with a photo of Dr. Kim that had a quote from him saying "Every pet that comes into the clinic is my pet!" and I immediately started to feel better. After a few minutes, his son Dr. John brought us back and I explained why we were there and what we needed. I noticed immediately that he was very kind and attentive. He actually physically examined my dog and listened to her chest and back with his stethoscope. He walked us through our options and was instead of presenting us with an estimate listing every fee, he advised us the approximate cost and was willing to be flexible with blood tests and some exams that weren't absolutely necessary at the moment because he understands they can be costly. We decided to to everything he advised regardless of cost and he was able to take our pup in and take care of her. When she started to come out of anesthesia, the staff called us and we were able to get there right away to pick her up. We were very surprised at the affordable cost, even with all the of things that were done. We also asked for pain medication for her and were given a little to take home at no extra cost. We could not have been happier with the care we received at California Dog & Cat Hospital! This place is so great that it was suggested we keep it to ourselves, but there can be no gatekeeping, especially with care like this so I had to write this review. I realize it is lengthy and possibly overly descriptive, but I think it was important because if you are willing to endure the location and the smells, you will be rewarded with gentle, affordable care for your fur babies. P.S. I logged in to write this on Feb 12 and they have updated/notified yelp that they will be closed (Lunar New Year). Most businesses can't even be bothered to put in their correct regular hours on the site so it's just another reminder of the thoughtfulness of the doctors here. I am so happy we found this place.

We've been taking our pets here for years. They are very professional and knowledgeable…read more My dog recently had a nasty bout of pancreatitis. The vet and his team had a recovery game plan in place that helped him recover quickly. This was my first time dealing with a dog this sick. I had to call/visit multiple times throughout the week to make sure everything was ok, and everytime, they were very helpful and never made us feel like a bother. We look forward to continuing to bring our pets here in the future.

We were traveling and our Ginger was not feeling good. They got her right in, fixed her right up…read more We appreciated it. Would go back again

We adopted a cat from Nine Lives Animal Shelter who did not truthfully disclose our cats…read moreconditions. We took him to many vets and shared that he'll need about a $8000 dollar procedure. We were at a loss of how to proceed as that is a lot of money. At Venetian, they were so kind and transparent about what needed to be done. We felt like we were seen and taken care of like family. The cost was almost half of that here at Venetian! I could not trust them more and highly highly recommend them for your pets!

Worst experience ever!!!! Wasted my time and gas!!! I called and make appt for my female bunny to…read moreget fixed. Make the appt for 2 days later I was told it would be $370-400 and it included the exam, the surgery and the medication. Made my $80 deposit. Not only did I have to drive 1he in traffic for a 8am drop off I own my own business and had to close for most of the day and lose money. Upon arriving at the appt I was then told my balance would be 690!! For a total of $770!!! Are you FREAKING KIDDING ME!!!! I asked them to ask the dr for a discount since they were able to confirm that there staff are the ones that messed up. But nope. So now I w water a whole days of work. 2hr driving time and GAS. And my bunny still isn't fixed. DO NOT COME HERE. THEY WILL BAIT AND SWITCH YOU AND THE STAFF IS VERY INCOMPETENT!!!!! The lady at the front desk didn't like I said the staff should be retained bc They're incompetent and started raising her voice at me saying I can't call her staff incompetent well if the shoe fits.!!!!! Yes I can!!!!

This place is extremely expensive, and I did not feel that the staff truly cared about my pet…read more On Friday, July 3, I brought my very sick kitty in for a scheduled appointment. Because his condition had worsened, I called and asked if I could come in earlier. The staff told me to arrive at 9:30 a.m. and said the doctor would be there shortly. Unfortunately, the veterinarian didn't arrive until around 10:30 a.m. During that time, my kitty was in obvious pain and was extremely cold. Once the doctor saw him, a staff member came in to discuss the treatment plan and estimated costs, which totaled over $2,000. I agreed without hesitation because I wanted to do everything possible to save my kitty. He was hospitalized for the day since the hospital would be closed on July 4. While I was paying the bill, I was told I would receive an update on my kitty within 10-20 minutes. Two hours passed with no call, so I called the hospital. I was placed on hold for 40 minutes. I called again later and was put on hold once more. After another 30 minutes, a staff member told me the veterinary technician caring for my kitty was very busy but would call me back within five minutes. That call never came. Around 8:00 p.m., I finally received a call telling me to come pick him up and that they would go over his test results and treatment plan. When I arrived, my kitty didn't look any better than when I had dropped him off. I was sent home with prescribed medications, which cost an additional $300. Tragically, my kitty passed away the very next day. I called the hospital to let them know he had passed and asked if I could return the unused medication for a refund. The manager I spoke with showed very little compassion. She simply told me that because the medication had been opened, they could not take it back and suggested I donate it to a shelter. I understand that not every pet can be saved, and I know medicine has its limits. What was most upsetting was the lack of communication, the long delays, and the lack of empathy during such a heartbreaking time. Throughout the day, I struggled just to get a simple update on my pet after being promised one. When I picked him up, I also noticed he had multiple needle pokes, and it broke my heart to see him like that. I understand that hospitalized animals often require IVs and blood draws, but seeing so many puncture sites made me wonder how difficult his experience had been. I spent nearly $3,000 because I believed my kitty would receive attentive, compassionate care. Instead, he passed away the following day, and I was left feeling unsupported during one of the most difficult experiences I've ever had. Based on my experience, I cannot recommend this hospital.

My Queensland healer had a swollen right jaw it was on a weekend and they were open. They took them…read morethere. Everything seemed fine. The vet looked at them momentarily and said it was probably a truth and you have to come back on another day to be to be put under and have x-rays taken in then they would be able to decide if it needed to be a tooth pulled or what it would be. I said OK they gave me an estimate thought about it for a few days after the medication. They gave me that day. He seemed to be a little bit better, but I still made an appointment to take him back for x-rays.. Finally got an appointment which they canceled because there was no vet available that day for some reason, Made another appointment which the vet was not available that day, Tried one more time they made an appointment said they had a vet coming. I I asked you it was they said it was a lady at within 30 years of experience so I made the appointment. Took Auri in at 9:30 for the procedure they called me around four said he was ready to get picked up Went and picked him up and sat in the waiting room for 15 or 20 minutes and nobody acknowledge me Finally, I got up and said what's going on what did you have to do to Auri? Did you pull his tooth? Their answer was we put him under and took x-rays, but the vet didn't know how to read the x-rays. It wasn't qualified to do the extraction! I said you guys gave me an estimate on putting him under so you could do x-rays and take care of the problem all at one time but you had somebody here that couldn't read x-rays and you still put my dog under and I didn't understand Then they wanted to charge me $500 Needless to say, I was not happy. They said they would call me the next day five days later they call me and said I need to bring them back for more x-rays because those weren't good enough and put them down again Needless to say, I will not be back there again. I'm not sure there was even a vet there when they did the first procedure. New vet ever came out and talk to me.! I just can't imagine why that you were scheduled a procedure without having a vet there they could solve the issue when he was down

After moving to Stockton a year ago, I called a few vet offices and didn't even make an appt. after…read moredealing with their rude staff. Then I took my kitty with lymphoma to see one vet and he never even took my kitty out of his carrier and just said he needed to see a vet for senior cats, since my kitty was a few months shy of 20 years old. How stupid was that?! Then I called Dr. Vicuna's office. I explained what was wrong with my kitty and that we just needed to continue the care his previous vet in the bay area had started. My kitty was terrified of everyone and anxious his entire life except around me. When Dr. Vicuna walked in the exam room he walked right up and gave my kitty a kiss on the head and my kitty loved him right away and wasn't scared at all. Dr. Vicuna is a modern day Dr. Doolittle, he puts his animal patients at ease and is very kind to their humans. Dr. Vicuna's fees are very reasonable especially compared to the bay area. Dr. Vicuna is in business to help animals, not make money off his sick patients and their frantic human parents. Don't waste your time on other vets like I did, call Dr. Vicuna first. Sadly my kitty passed away from his lymphoma. I recently adopted a new middle aged kitty and will be taking him to see Dr. Vicuna for his routine checkups or any problems that arise.

I have be going to Dr. Vicuna's office since he opened. He has treated at least 30 animals or more…read morethat I have rescued, plus all of my personal babies. He has a wonderful and caring personality; is great with all the animals and is very affordable. His place of business is always clean, smells fresh and the staff are friendly and very helpful. I have and will continue to refer Dr. Vicuna to everyone I know. Best regards. Lori Davidson

Dr. Ahedo is the most caring vet I have ever met. His knowledge is vast and comprehensive. I've…read morebeen a client for decades.

I truly wish I had been referred to this wonderful Vet office sooner. My black lab was only seen a…read morefew times in his last months of his life, but these experiences with Dr Ahedo and Dr Olin and staff, that they are the best in the Central Valley. We have been through hell and back trying to get our Lab the best care possible- even if if was just a short time he was in their care it was caring, compassionate, professional and truly centered around the animal and owner, not the convenience of the Vet or staff. They truly accommodated our needs and made his last months comfortable. When the time came to make the hardest decision a pet owner must make they held the space for us to process and grieve. When the time is right and we have another beloved animal in our family they will be out Vet office of choice. *Amazing staff *Clean and sanitary facility *No outrageous fees

I used to go here long time ago actually before Fox... it was Dr Ayres.... Now no more Ayers and no…read moremore Fox....it's remodeled in there, very nice. It's definitely CHANGED... what's super nice, you can get in almost immediately. Few doctors are in there now. It's ok... I'd recommend them. So far it's been an ok experience.

My wife has been coming here for years so you know I am broke after 6 dogs and several cats…read more The wife just lives the place so get over here as fast as you can.

Took both our dog and cat here, our cat was spayed here and both animals have had their shots here…read more Staff and Dr. were very kind and gentle with our pets. Going back this week to have our cats' shots again.