Alameda Pet Hospital

4.6 (210)
2275 Buena Vista Ave, Alameda, CA 94501, USA

Hours:

Monday: 8:00 AM – 12:30 PM, 2:00 – 6:00 PM

Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 12:30 PM, 2:00 – 8:00 PM

Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 12:30 PM, 2:00 – 6:00 PM

Thursday: 8:00 AM – 12:30 PM, 2:00 – 8:00 PM

Friday: 8:00 AM – 12:30 PM, 2:00 – 6:00 PM

Saturday: Closed

Sunday: Closed

How to Save Money at Alameda Pet Hospital

Schedule Regular Vet Visits

One of the best ways to save on vet bills is to prevent expensive health issues before they develop. By scheduling regular wellness checkups, your vet can detect health issues early, helping you to avoid costly treatments and surgeries down the road.

Price Shop for Pet Prescriptions

Oftentimes our fur babies are prescribed human drugs off-label. Your vet is apt to charge more for these medications than you would pay at your local pharmacy. In fact, big-box or chain pharmacies can offer steep discounts. So it’s best to price shop.

Pet Insurance

Most pet insurance providers will pay between 80% and 90% of the vet bill. You can even get coverage for routine care and things like vaccinations and dental cleanings. If you do the math, you’ll most likely find that pet insurance makes financial sense in the long run as well as gives you peace of mind.

How Do You Choose the Right Pet Insurance Provider?

Pet Insurance Review makes it incredibly easy for pet parents to select an insurance provider they feel good about. You can use our handy comparison tool to get the gist of what a company offers. We’ve also collected over 150,000 reviews of insurance companies from real pet parents like you to rank the top providers in the market. Here is the current ranking of each:

Top Pet Insurance Providers of 2024
Rating Provider Total Review
4.4 AKC 889
4.7 ASPCA 11,414
4.9 Embrace 14,242
4.9 Fetch 2,055
4.4 Figo 2,580
4.7 Hartville 164
4.9 Healthy Paws 7,477
4.9 Lemonade 783
3.2 ManyPets 2,156
4.6 MetLife 493
4.8 Nationwide 21,393
4.3 Pet Assure 12
4.7 PetPartners 110
4.5 Pets Best 7,196
4.3 Pumpkin 1,163
4.7 Spot 5,275
4.9 Trupanion 60,301
4.8 Prudent Pet 125

Or, you can simply get a fast quote from multiple providers and go from there.

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Getting to Know Your New Vet: Essential Questions to Ask

Choosing a new veterinarian is an important decision for any pet owner. You want to find someone who is competent, compassionate, and a good fit for you and your fur baby. To help you get the most out of your first appointment, here's a list of essential questions to ask your new vet:

Tell me about your experience with [pet type].

Different vets have different areas of specialization. Some are experts with cats, some dogs, some pocket pets, and some horses. Knowing that your vet has vast experience treating your specific type of pet can bring you peace of mind.

How do you handle emergencies?

You must know what to do in case of a pet medical emergency. Inquire what after-hours policy the clinic has, whether they have on-site emergency care available, and if they have a relationship with any nearby emergency animal hospitals.

How do you communicate with pet owners?

Good communication is key to building a trusting relationship with your vet. Ask how they prefer to communicate (phone calls, emails, online portal) and how often you can expect to hear from them.

Are there any breed-specific health concerns I should be aware of?

Some breeds are predisposed to certain health conditions. Knowing what to watch out for can help you catch problems early and get your pet the treatment they need.

Do you have any questions for me about my pet?

This is a great question to ask because the answer will show that the vet is interested in getting to know your pet as an individual and is willing to listen to your concerns.

Bonus question: Can I take a tour of your facility?

Getting a feel for the clinic's environment can help you and your pet feel more comfortable during your visits. Remember, you’re not just looking for a veterinarian, you’re looking for a partnership. Do not be afraid to ask these questions and any others you can think of. Any vet worth their salt will be happy to answer them. Because the more informed you are, the better equipped you'll be to make decisions about your pet's care! And that should be every vet’s top priority.

Reviews from Google

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Dona Quixote

this was years ago, when i lived in alameda, but my first two cats were patients there, and i always appreciated the staff, their compassion for the critters AND people, and i even liked the space itself! easy to get to, modern, clean, with fun stuff around to check out. then i adopted a kitten that ended up very sick, and had to get to the vet on the same day as i was to attend a funeral. the hospital did their best, but he didnt make it. they kindly took care of him safely until i was able to return, i think the next day. i dont know if its standard practice, but my previous and current vet would never have done that, and i will always be appreciative of their services. if i still lived there, they would certainly be my vet hospital of choice. [pics are of my girls, thisbe and cassie, theyve gone a long time, but i cant pass up an appropriate opportunity to show them off, still.]

posted: 05/16/2023

Kaeleigh Thorp

Highly recommend. My vet retired, and I needed to find a new one fast since my cat needs an approved prescription. My first visit was friendly and welcoming. Everyone was kind, and the vet was informative without pressuring me into unnecessary expenses. My cat becomes really upset when he goes to the vet, and they worked with me to give him liquid medication to help him relax, which was way easier and cheaper than previous vets that required putting him totally under. They also sent me an estimate for some dental work for my cat. Refilling my cat's prescription is very simple and can be done through text. The vet and staff are all knowledgeable, patient, and welcoming. If you need a vet, this is the best place in the Bay.

posted: 02/15/2023

Wen Pan

First time visit for my newly adopted feral kitten, overall good experience. Got two shots(doesn't include rabies one, because baby boy is too young), two types of blood test and an exam/check-up, skipped de-worm thing since I have the medicine at home. Total paid $150 for this visit, not bad. All the staff menbers were friendly & this vet office is not so difficult to get an appointment. My baby needs to do another two maybe three visits for completing the whole vaccination.

posted: 06/25/2022

Meagan Nekimken

Great staff if you can actually get an appointment when you need one. I love the people who work here but I’ve continually had issues getting semi-urgent appointments. My dog has an eye infection and they can’t see us until next week! He’s had the same thing in the past and the vet will not approve the medication until she sees him which makes sense…however, what do I do in the meantime. Spending $1000 at an emergency vet for an eye infection is not what I want to do but that is Alameda Pet Hospital is recommending. Craziness!!

posted: 04/21/2023

Michelle Robbins

Had to schedule dental procedures for my 7 year old fur baby after dreading it for the last year but seeing a big decrease in eating and a change in Behavior it was definitely needed. Alameda Pet Hospital was great, they were very upfront about procedure and cost and kept the total price with in the original estimate. They even called the next day to check on Tucker post-op. I would highly recommend them for any Veterinary needs, we have been going with them for years and have never been disappointed. There covid-19 compliance is great and I never once felt sad for leaving my pet even though I couldn't take him in to the building and I had to wait in the car when it came time to pick him up

posted: 04/14/2021