VCA Lewelling Animal Hospital

4.3 (151 reviews)
525 Lewelling Blvd, San Leandro, CA 94579, USA

Hours

Monday 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM Tuesday 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM Wednesday 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM Thursday 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM Friday 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM Saturday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM Sunday Closed

How to Save on Veterinary Costs at VCA Lewelling Animal Hospital

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 VCA Lewelling Animal Hospital? 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

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How rankings are determined

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4.4 ASPCA 12,226
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4.4 Hartville 183
4.9 Healthy Paws 11,365
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3.9 Pet Assure 15
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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

4.3

151 reviews

Set an appointment here for my two cats. A very knowledgeable staff. It was my cats first time going to the vet. We got accomodations for our cats at at fee. Very reasonable prices. Would definitely recommend for anybody that seeks a safe hands for your pets.

Jun 30, 2023

As with any place that provides a service, VCA Lewelling is bottom line about money. I hate to say that animals and their human families come after it but, it’s true. My mother is still reeling about how she and a beloved pet were treated back in the spring and I felt it’s time to share it. My mother was denied a humane euthanizing of her pet because the doctors felt that X-rays and scans and medications were due instead, costing thousands of dollars, to try to treat her pets severely worsening neurological problems, including increased seizures and loss of bladder control. She was told that she was “taking the easy way out” by putting her pet down and was VERY CALLOUS in the manner of tone and speech about this. What pet owner WANTS to put a pet down, a member of their family? Would you tell a person who wants assisted suicide that they are taking the easy way out and should instead keep paying for treatments that aren’t helping? She already went through VCA Lewelling with a different pet and let them convince her to keep running tests and scans and medications to prolong that pets life when all it did was delay the inevitable and made that different pets life not any better and it provided no comfort to the pet nor the family. The doctor and staff should be ashamed of how they speak to grieving pet owners. This is addition to years of terrible bookkeeping and records and time management skills, both prior to and during Covid times.

Jul 27, 2023

Amazing groomer. Groomed baby polar bear (my dog) for 100 :) Amazing and friendly staff, I just got one year plan with VCA Lewelling, wish the building could be redesigned or renewed and make doggie and human more comfortable feel like home :”)

Dec 10, 2022

These guys can't get their stories straight. It really should not be this difficult to find vet care (Editing my review from one star to two stars. Normally these "response from owner" messages never end well. This one, regardless of ending, made me feel like someone actually cared about why I didn't make an appointment with a vet that has far more 5 stars than not)

Mar 7, 2023

Big scam and big waste of time and money, they aren’t transparent about their prices or procedures and would continue to add charges for unclear procedures/exams despite constant disapproval or request for clarification. It’s clear they answer simple questions with complex answers to trick owners into spending their money before even considering your pet. Wasted an entire day and a good amount of money just trying to get a clear price estimate for a very simple procedure (which couldn’t even happen). Receptionist was also very cold and unfriendly but I appreciate the doctors’ helpful attitude. Entire process, including picking up my pet, was very slow moving and inconvenient

Jan 30, 2023