VCA Animal Care Clinic
4.3 (252) 3340 San Pablo Dam Rd, San Pablo, CA 94803, USAHours:
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 Money at VCA Animal Care Clinic
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:
| Rating | Provider | Total Review |
|---|---|---|
| 4.4 | AKC | 889 |
| 4.7 | ASPCA | 11,392 |
| 4.9 | Embrace | 14,179 |
| 4.9 | Fetch | 1,995 |
| 4.4 | Figo | 2,561 |
| 4.7 | Hartville | 164 |
| 4.9 | Healthy Paws | 7,475 |
| 4.9 | Lemonade | 781 |
| 3.2 | ManyPets | 2,145 |
| 4.6 | MetLife | 487 |
| 4.8 | Nationwide | 21,391 |
| 4.3 | Pet Assure | 12 |
| 4.7 | PetPartners | 110 |
| 4.5 | Pets Best | 7,194 |
| 4.3 | Pumpkin | 1,131 |
| 4.7 | Spot | 5,194 |
| 4.9 | Trupanion | 60,280 |
| 4.8 | Prudent Pet | 124 |
Or, you can simply get a fast quote from multiple providers and go from there.
Thinking of insuring your pet?
Get Quotes & CompareGetting 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
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.
posted: 09/08/2023
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.
posted: 07/18/2023
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!!!!
posted: 05/24/2023
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.
posted: 07/11/2022
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!
posted: 01/10/2022