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    Services - Holistic Veterinary Care

    Pet acupuncture

    Chiropractic care

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    Dental cleaning

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    Pet physical or wellness exam

    Rehabilitation therapy

    Pet vaccinations

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    Kua awaits his acupuncture in the restful office of HVC.
    Sarah H.

    Full disclosure: I'm a former employee who years later has returned to this business as a client. My seven year old giant breed Mastador (50/50 EM/Labrador) was diagnosed with arthritis, so I brought him to Dr. Richter for further assessment and care. Dr. Richter is wonderful in many ways, one of my favorites being he believes in COMPLEMENTARY medicine. No, reread that word, he's certainly not doing practice for free, but he believes that holistic and western medicine can work together simultaneously to help achieve the best outcomes for patients. My beloved Kua now receives acupuncture for his arthritis, as well as natural herbs prescribed to help with inflammation. His treatment plan works in conjunction with his prescriptions from his conventional vet, and his mobility and happiness seems to improve every time we come. Though usually reserved around non-family, Kua LOVES coming here and interacts happily with staff and doctors. I'm so glad this practice exists, and that Doctor Richter continues to bring health and well-being to animals in the Bay Area. Kua says thanks, too!

    24 hours after bite and being released from the hospital.
    Jay S.

    My little girl Jennie got bit by a rattlesnake at Sibley the other day. She was in 24 hour care then released with a really bad swollen front leg. We heard about hyperbaric oxygen chamber treatment for snake bites/injuries and found Holistic Veterinary Care. Dr. Richter and his team squeezed us in with a same day appointment for two treatments and it saved Jennie from her suffering! First picture is Jennie after being released from the hospital. She was bed ridden and could not stand on her leg. Second picture is less than 24 hours after the first picture and after being treated in the hyperbaric oxygen chamber. Amazing amazing amazing! She's walking again and starting to feel like herself again. We are so thankful for Dr. Richter and his great team. We will be back with our older pug to see what magic they can do for her!

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    Excellent care--great techs, vets, and the best front desk staff. They are responsive, kind, and helpful.

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    Review Highlights - Holistic Veterinary Care

    Richter made me feel like he had time to listen(crazy, right?!) as well as discuss my dogs issue(s).

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    The Grand Lake Veterinary Hospital

    The Grand Lake Veterinary Hospital

    (205 reviews)

    Grand Lake, Lower Hills

    I want to give a more detailed update on Grand Lake Vet. Dr. Partin was wonderful handling my dog's…read moremast cell tumor--she's so knowledgeable, energetic, and a great problem solver. For the surgery, Dr. Jones did an incredible job. She successfully removed everything--it was a best-case scenario, especially since it was a delicate surgery on my dog's face. Dr. Macdonald provided her opinions to the team and is extremely knowledgeable about mast cell tumors. She makes sure to let you know about ALL possible outcomes but always aims for the best possible scenario. That said, the communication leading up to it was difficult. Dr. Berkley was initially scheduled to do the surgery due to a scheduling mix up. She provided some conflicting and alarming information not specific to the medical evidence present in my dog's particular case. She backed out suddenly on the day of surgery after seeing my dog. That shook me a bit, and I think the bedside manner and case review before phone calls could be improved. But ultimately, the care itself from Dr. Jones, Dr. Macdonald and Dr.Partin was top-notch. I'd still give them five stars, because the surgical outcome and overall skill were outstanding and I'm grateful for their service every day.

    It's taken me some time to write this review, but I wanted to share how wonderful Grand Lake Vet…read morewas to us. They took great care of our sweet Bailey for the last few years of his life, but the shining star was how they showed up during his decline. Dr. Jones was incredibly attentive, patient, and kind as she walked us through her professional opinion and exhausted all options for our beloved cat. She validated my every fear and concern about deciding when it was time to let him go. When it came time for his last appointment, he was seen by Dr. Caraballo. We had not met her before, but the compassion and warmth she showed us made a world of a difference in a very sad day. The entire Grand Lake team went above and beyond to provide support to not only Bailey, but to his heartbroken moms during the last few days of his life. They even sent us a handwritten card signed by all the doctors who had met him, which was especially thoughtful and touched our hearts. Highly recommend Grand Lake for their high quality care and compassionate veterinary team.

    Berkeley Animal Hospital - My kitten

    Berkeley Animal Hospital

    (117 reviews)

    West Berkeley

    Best experience for veterinary services in Berkeley. Calm,…read morecompetent and organized from the moment you enter. You can feel confident with the care, your pet will receive.

    Kind staff, but a frustrating and disorganized urgent care experience…read more Our visit took about 1.5 hours. Even though we completed intake over the phone, we were asked to fill out the same information again on paper, and we weren't seen until ~15 minutes after our scheduled time. We also spent a long time waiting due to a lepto test. We were initially told results could take up to 30 minutes and that the assistant would check with Dr. Holliday to see if we could leave and come back. About 20 minutes later, we were told we only needed to wait 10-15 minutes total--by then, we had already waited most of that time unnecessarily. Follow-up was the most frustrating part. The front desk was responsive through the online portal, but not helpful--they repeatedly said they would "leave a note for the doctor" or were "waiting for the doctor to finalize their notes." We later found out test results were available on Tuesday but weren't released to us until Thursday. For an urgent care visit, this delay felt unacceptable. We requested SOAP notes and lab results on Monday for insurance purposes and had to follow up multiple times to get documentation that should have been readily available. The medical care itself seemed thorough, but the administrative side was lacking. Given the cost (urgent care exam alone was $147), I expected a more efficient and timely process. Overall: kind staff, but poor follow-through and delayed communication. For urgent care, I expected a much greater sense of urgency.

    East Bay Veterinary Clinic

    East Bay Veterinary Clinic

    (333 reviews)

    Lower Hills

    Awful experience and very disorganized. I wouldn't bring my pet here for important procedures if…read morethey can't even get scheduling or an ear infection diagnosis right. First time patient. They texted me the wrong appointment time and when I got there they told me my appointment was canceled. I was baffled because I confirmed the appointment that morning. They said they made a mistake and were understaffed, so they couldn't see me. I had to reschedule and come back a week later. The only reason why I agreed to even come back was because they offered a discount for new patient exam fee for the both of my dogs AFTER I asked. I came back today to get their ears checked for an infection. They said it would take 30-45mins but called me to pick them up 1 hour and 6mins later. Then they said their microscope BROKE so they couldn't determine if they had a bacterial/yeast infection. I still had to pay for their ear cleanings after this experience ($71 each). They said to come back a week later if their ears still smelled like they had a yeast infection. No, thanks. They also ignored my concerns when I asked about antibiotics for my senior dog's bad breath even though she had a dental procedure a few months ago. They said they would check her mouth in the back, but when I came to pick them up they never followed up. I didn't ask because at this point I was incredibly frustrated with the whole experience. I definitely will not be coming here again and do not care for a response from the clinic. Please check the other low star reviews. They seem to have issues with management, scheduling, admin turnover, and being understaffed. If you are okay with this treatment, then by all means take your pets here. Good luck.

    Brought my dog in for routine wellness exam. Pleasant wait lobby greeted by receptionist. After a…read moreseemingly long wait on a very rainy morning, Assistant took vitals, inquired on the nature of visit, and confirmed information. Following the vet exams my dog, a pleasant doctor with calm bedside manner, patiently answered my questions. Afterward, another assistance came in with treatment elections and cost, then the treatment, lab collection. The results will be communicated when available. Overall, a new experience for me. It was orderly and everyone was pleasant and friendly.

    VCA Broadway Animal Hospital - Henry!

    VCA Broadway Animal Hospital

    (297 reviews)

    North Oakland

    All staff: front desk, vet techs and veterinarians, are really kind and helpful. They've worked…read morewith me on a variety of issues for my cat. I always feel like both of us are treated with a lot of respect!

    I've been with VCA since 2013 and it's had its ups and downs. My pets have always received…read moreexcellent medical care and the staff is always friendly. The cost of vet care has become difficult to afford especially after the pandemic and the care club has become cost prohibitive. The stress related to this is often exacerbated by VCA billing errors, wait times, and administrative errors. I was told I had paid in full for my cat's dental work, that I was overcharged and would receive a partial refund on my deposit. Later, I received a text link at 9:30PM asking for an additional $440 with no itemized bill explaining the charge. Instead of calling me to explain the error, I received a text message stating they forgot to add a charge. I received no follow up to my ask to speak with a manager over the phone. I had to ask that an itemized bill be sent to understand the charges. We're in extremely difficult economic times for most people - surprising your customers at 9:30PM with large bills explained only via text without the accountability of a phone call or an included itemized statement creates unnecessary stress. I just hope VCA can improve in this area to match the quality of their medical services.

    Thornhill Pet Hospital

    Thornhill Pet Hospital

    (177 reviews)

    Oakland Hills

    I have been coming here for years with different dogs. No exaggeration at all when I say that Dr…read more Yang and his wife Alicia are 2 of the best human beings I have ever met. They not only work tirelessly but they are honest and kind. I have learned the hard way in life to not trust people or take them at their word. I have been overcharged and misled too many times. You can trust Dr Yang's advice 100%. He keeps it real but not pushy. Ask his honest opinion and he will give it in a kind way. He has the courage to tell you when it is time to let go and end your best friend's suffering. My only complaint is that the word is out on these lovely people. They are BUSY. Be patient. They are just so incredible. Well worth your patience for your pets care.

    I was impressed with flawless coordination and speed in resolving complicated care. Our cat…read morecollapsed from a bladder condition, and we took him to the Berkeley Emergency Center. After. less than 24 hours they were quick to push for euthenasia. We brought the cat home against medical advice. The next day I called Thornhill. They put in a call to Berkeley Emerency and got the cat's records. Dr.Yang called me at 12 to review them. There was no wait when we got there. Dr. Yang came in with a perfectly-prepared bag of cat food, appetite stimulant, and intravenous equipment. Unlike other vets, he related to our cat, scratching him and petting him. We left with everything we needed and our cat has eaten for the first time in three days.. Sometimes there is grace in this crazy world. This was one of those times.

    Holistic Veterinary Care - vet - Updated May 2026

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