Medical Center For Birds

4.8 (149)
3807 Main St A, Oakley, CA 94561, USA

Hours:

Monday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Thursday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Friday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Saturday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Sunday: Closed

How to Save Money at Medical Center For Birds

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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Mrs. Mango

I can see why people come from all over to this wonderful place. I felt welcomed from start to finish. Major kudos to the front desk for demonstrating great customer service and care. The ladies in the front knew I came from SF and offered me coffee and even called me to come inside a little bit earlier than my appt. My lil Johnny came in for a possible infection and the vet and nurse who did the examination was so kind,gentle and very through.I didn't feel like I was getting cheated or forced to do tests on my bird. I was happy that he got to go home with medicine and we will back a week from now. And yes the price for the visit is a bit of a sticker shock. However i'll determine by the next visit if the price is reasonable but in the meantime I feel that this facility is the best in the bay area and worth the drive.

posted: 02/18/2023

Taylor Eubanks

The absolute best bird vets in California. Cannot say enough about how lovely the entire staff is. I've been coming here for over 10 years for my birds and have always received the most exemplary service. The staff here are kind, knowledgeable, strong communicators and have always provided the best care to my birds

posted: 06/17/2023

Alyssa Merenkov

all i can say is OUTSTANDING! first of all, they got me in for an appointment quickly! second thing, is there is passion. i was blessed to have Vanessa as our vet for our sick rooster Snowflake❄️! she was so gentle and compassionate! they did what they could to make my rooster comfortable and possibly better which wasn’t the odds. Vanessa was so gentle during the process of putting down my rooster. She made me comfortable and feel 100% that i made the right decision. my rooster went peacefully and they did whatever they could. thank you from the bottom of my heart Vanessa for treating my bird and I with so much respect and love. Vanessa was so understanding and not invasive when it comes to care. she really takes into consideration the state of the animal. i highly recommend this Vet hospital for any chicken! thank you again! ❄️❤️

posted: 12/20/2022

Cassandra Broome

My 20-year-old green cheek conure developed cancer (a cloacal carcinoma) and I brought her into this medical center for treatment. She received two months of chemo (2 doses every three weeks) and in the third month, she went in for surgery. Two months later, she has no remergence of cancerous or cystic tissue. It cost me 3000$ to get her full treatment and, despite the stress for me and both of my birds, every dollar was worth it. My green cheek may now happily live to 30 years old, because of Dr Baden and Dr Speer. Dr Baden administered chemo to her and both doctors partook in her surgery. My tiny, snuggly, sassy dragon-bird means so much to me and I'll forever be grateful to the doctors here who saved her. Every day counts. [Update] Over a year later, my green cheek has no signs of relapse. The site of her previous tumor is healthy, no excessive scarring and no abnormal tissue. I still think about how, without Dr. Baden and Speer, my bird would not be with me today. They saved her and gave her the chance to feel years more of love, play, and head-scratches.

posted: 09/25/2022

Davy

the doctors of this medical center are so so so professional ! this is not an expression of emotion,but they have gained a lot of international academic honor,you can google them before make an apointment,it will makes u feel incredible . How about their sevice? a real professional scholar of ornithology always beyonds ur imagination. And those people are all friendly and patient,honest and polite. By the way ,I am a economic scholar ,these view come from my observation ability and experience,not an advertiser. They saved my pet bird's leg,thanks for them . Davy.J.H

posted: 12/02/2022