Featured veterinarians
Claremont Veterinary Hospital
Oakland
The Claremont Veterinary Hospital offers comprehensive veterinary services for dogs, cats and small mammals including the following: Annual physical examinations and vaccinations including a daily low cost vaccination clinic. Reasonably priced spays and neuters.
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Holistic Veterinary Care
Oakland
Holistic Veterinary Care is comprised of a team of doctors and staff whose primary objective is to provide the best alternative holistic care available for pets. Their staff is committed to customizing each client’s experience based on their pet’s specific needs.
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OakVet Animal Specialty
Oakland
OakVet Animal Specialty Hospital, located in Oakland, Alameda County, is a premier destination for dog owners seeking top-notch emergency veterinary care in the East Bay Area.
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PetVet Vet and Petfood
Oakland
PetVet Vet and Petfood is a haven for dog owners seeking top-notch care and quality products for their furry companions in the bustling city of Oakland.
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Montclair Veterinary Hospital
Oakland
Montclair Veterinary Hospital is an AAHA Accredited, full-service veterinary hospital, located in Oakland, CA.
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Oakland
The mission of The Grand Lake Veterinary Hospital is to enhance the human animal bond by providing owners with the tools to make informed decisions throughout all stages of their pets’ lives.
Read moreVCA Bay Area
Oakland
VCA Bay Area Veterinary Specialists (BAVS) in Oakland, Alameda County, is a premier emergency hospital offering cutting-edge dog emergency services, diagnostics, and therapeutics in a compassionate setting.
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Where to adopt a dog in the Bay Area
The Bay Area has dozens of rescue groups across San Francisco, the East Bay, South Bay, Peninsula, North Bay, and Wine Country. We round up the shelters, breed-specific rescues, and senior dog sanctuaries ready to match you with your next…
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Dog-friendly patios in California: Your spring outdoor dining guide
Spring in California means one thing for dog owners: patio season is officially open. California legalized dogs on restaurant patios in 2014, and since then the dining scene for pup parents has only grown. Our statewide guide to dog-friendly outdoor…
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California’s housing crisis is overcrowding animal shelters
California's soaring rents and strict no-pet rental policies are forcing owners to surrender beloved dogs and cats. Shelters from Los Angeles to Oakland are overflowing as housing instability becomes the leading cause of pet relinquishment statewide.
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Hop on, paws up: JSX makes dog travel easy
JSX lets dogs fly in the cabin on 30-seat jets with no security lines and no cargo holds. Pups up to 79 pounds ride beside you on routes connecting Burbank, Oakland, Napa and other California cities, making weekend getaways stress-free.
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Planning a pet getaway? Airlines just changed the rules
Airlines have tightened pet travel rules, limiting cabin spots, ending emotional support animal policies and enforcing stricter crate requirements. California dog owners need to book early, prepare paperwork and plan ahead for smooth flights.
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Capitol Corridor’s pet-friendly rail program marks successful first year
The Capitol Corridor's Pets Onboard program has carried over 1,000 pets between Sacramento, Oakland and San Jose in its first year. Small dogs and cats ride for $29 each way, giving pet owners a practical alternative to highway traffic.
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