VCA Animal Care Clinic

4.3 (252 reviews)
3340 San Pablo Dam Rd, San Pablo, CA 94803, USA

Hours

Monday 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM Tuesday 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM Wednesday 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM Thursday 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM Friday 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM Saturday 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM Sunday Closed

How to Save on Veterinary Costs at VCA Animal Care 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 VCA Animal Care 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.

We have collected more than 220,000 reviews from pet parents, creating one of the largest independent databases of pet insurance feedback available.

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.

Top Pet Insurance Providers of 2026
Rating Provider Total Review
4.8 Adoro 19
4.5 AKC 1,801
4.4 ASPCA 12,227
4.9 Embrace 19,970
4.9 Fetch 5,909
4.1 Figo 2,868
4.4 Hartville 183
4.9 Healthy Paws 11,371
4.8 Lemonade 833
4.6 ManyPets 2,416
4.7 MetLife 11,221
4.8 Nationwide 25,693
3.9 Pet Assure 15
4.3 PetPartners 121
4.9 Pets Best 15,328
4.8 Prudent Pet 2,865
4.7 Pumpkin 3,539
4.6 Spot 11,570
4.9 Trupanion 55,033

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.

Explore Topics

Reviews from Google

4.3

252 reviews

My new dog -Gabby has been seen for puppy care ( health/ vaccinations)and also spaying . We have received excellent care from Dr Beck at Vca. I am so appreciative of the kind and compassionate care-that we have received. I am very thankful for such a thoughtful , and knowledgeable veterinarian. I would recommend this VCA highly to anyone looking for a good vet.

Sep 8, 2023

Having to euthanize our senior cat was really difficult, but the staff at VCA made the process peaceful and caring for both the cat and myself. I really appreciated the special attention that was given to the situation and the tastefully decorated room helped both of us calm down. Thank you.

Jul 18, 2023

After going to multiple other vets around the SF area and recieving mediocre/ subpar service and a lack of care that my puppy really needed! We couldn't be happier that we found the VCA Animal Care Clinic in San Pablo!!! Dr. Beck and her team were all extraordinary and provided unheard of care and communication. Took care of all of our puppies issues and even helped us save some money along the way!!! I couldnt possibly recommend them more than I already do!!! I won't bring my puppy "Duke" anywhere else from now on!!! If I could have voted more than 5 stars I would have, Duke also gives them a solid 5 paws way up!!!!

May 24, 2023

Dr. Beck is amazing if it wasn’t for her loving and caring for my baby Scruffy I don’t think he would still be here. She has been there for me through some rough times and always thinks of both of us. This is why Scruffy and I followed her from Concord to where she is now. She is SO busy but she always makes us feel so important and the way she cares for my fur baby and others it’s truly from her heart. Thank you Dr. Beck for all you do. Scruffy and I just adore you.

Jul 11, 2022

JP

JP

VCA Animal Care Clinic is hands down the best animal clinic I've ever been to. The staff is amazing, knowledgable, compassionate, and have gone above and beyond every time my pet needs to urgently see a doctor. Dr. Evans saved my pet's life by removing the cancer found in my pet's leg that was causing so much pain. Thank god for Dr. LeFevre she found the cancer early and gave me all treatment options to make sure my pet lives the best life possible. It's been 6 months since his surgery and my pet is happier than ever! I owe it all to VCA Animal Care Clinic in San Pablo! Thank you for everything!

Jan 10, 2022