I cannot thank the team at Redwood Animal Hospital enough for their incredible compassion. It was incredibly difficult to find a vet who would see a bird. As I was frantically calling around, I quickly realized how rare it is to find a vet that treats Birds, Small Mammals like hamsters, Reptiles & Amphibians, Invertebrates & Fish.
IF YOU NEED AN EXOTICS VET, THIS IS THE ONLY PLACE THAT I KNOW OF IN THE EAST BAY.
I called them in a panic when Clyde, my late mother's 5-year-old parakeet, fractured his wing. I didn't know exactly how he hurt it, though I suspected the cat in our home might have had something to do with it. Clyde is a very sweet boy and my last connection… read full review
About Redwood Animal Hospital
Redwood Animal Hospital is a well-established veterinary clinic in Castro Valley, known for providing excellent care to pets for decades. As one of the largest animal hospitals in the area, it offers a range of services, including laboratory diagnostics, ultrasound, digital x-rays, dental procedures, and various surgical services. The facility is equipped with modern surgical equipment, ensuring minimized surgical time and anesthetic exposure for pets.
The hospital prides itself on being 'Fear-Free' certified, focusing on reducing fear, anxiety, and stress during exams and procedures. Many clients have praised the caring and knowledgeable doctors, noting the personable staff and effective treatment, which has helped their anxious pets feel better. However, some reviews mention challenges with the front desk staff, describing instances of rudeness that detracted from the overall experience. Despite this, clients feel reassured by the quality of medical care provided.
The recently added reviews highlight the hospital's strengths, with one client praising Dr. George's thorough examination and another client expressing gratitude for the hospital's expertise in rabbit care, including the successful spaying of their bunny, Cake Pop. Additionally, the reviews mention the hospital's honesty, kindness, and efforts to make appointments smooth for reactive or aggressive dogs, with one client particularly appreciating Dr. Dimov's genuine care for animals. Overall, Redwood Animal Hospital remains a trusted choice for pet owners seeking compassionate and skilled veterinary services.
Reviews
Dr. Rugg is so awesome and thorough. Her follow-up is always so detailed. I can't thank her enough to follow through with an expensive internist (in the Peninsula) who failed noticing serious finding on CT scan of my cat.
I’ve been coming to RAH for about five years now, and I truly can’t say enough good things about the staff. The vet techs and vets are AMAZING—everyone is incredibly kind, patient, and you can tell they genuinely care about the animals that come through their doors.
There’s one vet tech I see almost every time I come in (which is thankfully only once or twice a year!), with blonde hair, and she is genuinely one of the nicest and sweetest people I’ve ever met. She handles my cat so well, and honestly, all of the staff do.
My cat usually does NOT appreciate being touched by anyone who isn’t me, but somehow she has never had an issue with anyone at RAH. In… read full review
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- parking: street, self, on site, free
- open to all
- wheelchair accessible
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3762 Castro Valley Boulevard, Castro Valley, CA 94546
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