St Louis Veterinary Clinic

4.1 (310 reviews)
3545 Fruitvale Ave, Oakland, CA 94602, USA

Hours

Monday 10:00 AM – 2:30 PM Tuesday 10:00 AM – 2:30 PM Wednesday 10:00 AM – 2:30 PM Thursday Closed Friday 10:00 AM – 2:30 PM Saturday 10:00 AM – 2:30 PM Sunday Closed

How to Save on Veterinary Costs at St Louis Veterinary Clinic

Preventive care

Routine wellness exams can help identify health issues early, often before they become more serious or expensive to treat. Regular checkups are one of the most effective ways to manage long term veterinary costs.

Compare prescription pricing

Some pet medications prescribed at veterinary clinics may also be available through local or online pharmacies. It can be helpful to compare pricing when appropriate to reduce ongoing medication costs.

Consider pet insurance

Pet insurance may help cover a portion of eligible veterinary expenses depending on the plan, including accidents, illnesses, and in some cases preventive care. Coverage details, reimbursement levels, and deductibles vary by provider.

Why Pet Insurance Information Appears on This Page

Looking for information about St Louis Veterinary Clinic? This page also includes pet insurance resources to help pet parents understand how to prepare for unexpected veterinary expenses.

Veterinary care costs can vary widely depending on the type of visit, treatment, or emergency. Many pet parents explore pet insurance before they need it so they are better prepared when unexpected situations arise.

How to Choose a Pet Insurance Provider

Pet Insurance Review helps pet parents compare insurance providers using verified customer reviews and real-world experiences. Our tools make it easier to evaluate providers based on claims experience, service quality, and overall satisfaction.

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How rankings are determined

Unexpected veterinary expenses can happen at any clinic. The providers below are ranked using verified reviews submitted by real pet parents through Pet Insurance Review. Results reflect overall satisfaction, claims experience, and value based on real world feedback. Rankings are updated regularly as new reviews are submitted.

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4.5 AKC 1,801
4.4 ASPCA 12,230
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4.4 Hartville 183
4.9 Healthy Paws 11,375
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3.9 Pet Assure 15
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4.6 Spot 11,597
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Compare Pet Insurance Plans

You can compare coverage options from multiple providers to find a plan that fits your budget and your pet’s healthcare needs.


Getting to Know Your Veterinarian

Choosing a veterinarian is an important decision for pet parents. A strong vet relationship is built on trust, communication, and understanding your pet’s individual needs.

Experience

Ask whether the clinic has experience treating your specific type of pet, since care can vary between dogs, cats, and pocket pets.

Emergency Care Procedures

It’s helpful to understand how the clinic handles after-hours emergencies, including whether they provide emergency services or refer to nearby emergency hospitals.

Communication Preferences

Ask how the clinic communicates with pet parents, including updates, test results, and follow up questions.

Breed Specific Health Considerations

Some breeds may be more prone to certain health conditions. Early awareness can help with prevention and early treatment.

Facility Tour

If available, touring the clinic can help you and your pet feel more comfortable before the first visit.


Final Note

Pet care decisions often involve both medical and financial considerations. Having access to trusted veterinary information alongside pet insurance comparisons can help pet parents feel more confident when planning for their pet’s health and wellbeing.

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Reviews from Google

4.1

310 reviews

They did a great job on kano's ears, this is him at 6 months old. Definitely recommend them for all ear cropping! Was my first time doing ear cropping and everything went very smooth from check ups to them healing. The picture prior to the ear cropping is Kano at 3 months and the two after is him at 6 months

Mar 25, 2024

I just recently called this vet for urgent assistance. A woman answered and said "I'm driving" what do you want?" I said is this a professional organization, I'm calling for assistance regarding my cat? She proceeded to tell me how I should just be happy that she answered my call. If this is what the first experience should be like for people when trying to get help, I absolutely want nothing to do with this organization and prevent others from having to deal with this. I followed up again in a call and she hung up again. Why would this org allow people to answer a call while driving? Very unprofessional and a sad reflection for the organization. If you are closed or unable to help, don't answer the phone - but to be driving why representing a company is pure sloppy.

Nov 1, 2024

We’ve taken two dogs here over the years, some with odd diagnoses, and all have been treated accurately. We can even get refills of some medications from reception without bringing the dog in (again) and waiting, which saves the price of a visit (which is a reasonable price for a visit). Dr. Tan is an old school practitioner and he will see any person and animal that walks through the door - first come, first served, hours between 10am-2pm. Definitely recommend Dr. Tan’s practice and dread the day he decides to retire!

Aug 13, 2024

B M

B M

Some treatments are fairly priced, while others are overpriced. I was charged $250 for one shot of antibiotics, and another time I paid $250 for neutering (which is not bad). However, the customer service is really poor. They don't take the time to explain things. For example, when I brought my cat in for neutering, they just took him and told me to come back in about 5 hours without explaining the process or aftercare. When I picked up my cat, he looked nearly dead and had peed all over himself in the basket (which was very upsetting). The cleanliness of this place is dangerously disgusting. There is pee and poop everywhere.

Jul 7, 2024

The front desk lady was extremely rude from the beginning and afraid of my Doberman for barking . She over charged me and I came back the next day after I noticed . They wanted to sedate my dog every other day for $75 each visit when I came for follow ups because she said he was aggressive. The assistant who provided all the care to my puppy informed me he was not aggressive and she wouldn’t sedate him because that’s too much for a puppy and he doesn’t need it . My dogs ears were posted the day after surgery which is not good to do you’re supposed to allow the wounds to heal before posting . They gave me my dog back after cropping with bloody ears and a popped stitch , they clean the dogs ears with scope mouth wash and do not preform proper testing for von willerbrands disease (they cut my dogs gums to make him bleed to test him) . All they care about is getting money from you and don’t provide correct and good care . The assistant who helped my dog was great and my dog loved her so I’m grateful at least she was there . Do not come here for ear cropping it’s not worth the money and I know there’s very few places to get it done but this is not the one .

Mar 16, 2023