San Leandro Veterinary Hosptial

I have been coming to San Leandro Veterinary Hospital for more than 25 years, the staff and Patricia Quigley have always been exceptional to my many fur kids over the years. Dr Bridgeforth is amazing, she is experienced, professional and most of all kind and caring. Currently I have 2 Siamese cats that are 13, I feel confident that they will age the best they possibly can with the excellent care provided. I also appreciate Dr Bridgeforth being very up front with costs and advising all options for care.

I took my shiba here to check on a nail he had accidentally pulled out. I got there an hour early (I was expecting more traffic than there actually was) and was greeted really warmly by the front desk staff. They were awesome! I had emailed my pup’s records from our regular vet in San Diego (when I go on vacation, I always ask for a digital copy of his vet records in case I need to take him into a vet. It saves me time on having to call our regular vet and hope they’re open, then ask for them to fax or email the records over. About a week or so before I leave, I ask them to email me his records, when they have a chance, so I have it ready to email out to whomever needs it. Saves me from stressing out.), but I had sent it to the wrong email address. The lady up front let me use her personal hot spot so I could re-​email the records. Talk about going above and beyond her front desk duties! Both ladies up front were extremely nice and we had chatted for a bit until Dr. Bridgeforth could see my pup. We spoke about rescues and lost pups and you could really tell, they cared deeply for each and every animal that not only walks through the doors, but also the animals that are lost in the neighborhood or have health problems, etc. Any and all animals, they cared about. We were able to be seen early, so we didn’t have to wait for a very long time in the waiting room (which is huge!). I absolutely love Dr. Bridgeforth. She is straightforward and is very thorough in her explanations. She will tell it to you as it is, but in a gentle, respectful way. She knew exactly how to handle my shiba’s shibatude (firm, yet gentle). We also chatted a bit off topic during the visit and Dr. Bridgeforth also showed much concern for animals that not only come into her practice, but for animals she just sees outside and around. Dr. Bridgeforth even told me about some procedures that I didn’t know are possible to do with specialists in the future if my shiba should ever need it (he’s a senior). My shiba had to go home with the cone of shame so he stops licking his paws, but he had two awesome vet techs fit him: Regan and, I think, Patricia? My shiba grunted and snorted his displeasure at them when they were fitting him, but he bounced right back and wanted to go find them for scratches (he kept ramming his cone into the door trying to nudge the door open) when we were waiting for his meds (what an oddball, right?). Oh, and this vet visit did not break my wallet. They are very reasonably priced!
Should I need a vet in the Bay Area, I am, absolutely, bringing my shiba back to see Dr. Bridgeforth and everyone at San Leandro Veterinary Hospital. Everyone that I met when I brought my shiba in, showed that they’re not there for the money, they truly want to see animals get better and actually be healthy. It not only showed in how my shiba was treated (like he was the only one on their schedule, not rushed, spent time with him with scratches, would’ve been treats if I hadn’t opened my big mouth about his allergies-​at least I’m sure that’s what my shiba would’ve said.), but in the way they spoke and acted. Minus the cone of shame and the lack of treats because I told them my shiba had certain allergies, it is safe to say, this place is shiba approved!

Dr Bridgeforth is amazing. Very attentive to our dogs and recently we had to have our 14 year old Lab put down and she and her staff were so compassionate and loving and helped us through it. I won’t go anywhere else

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In the past I had some not so great experiences here with a Dr. who is no longer on staff here but I have to say that for the past few years things have been top notch. I only see Dr. Bridgeforth and she’s THE BEST! She was referred to me by a former co-​worker who I really respected so I was willing to give them another try. Dr. B is informative, likes to take a natural approach before prescribing meds if possible, and always listens to everything you have to say. My dogs over the years have had a few surgeries due to tumors, cancer, knee surgery… you name it and they’ve probably had it done. I’ve been 100% happy with the service that I’ve been receiving over the years and highly recommend this place.
Everyone else on staff here (vet techs and office admins are fantastic too)! They always remember us and are very kind.

I’ve known Dr. Bridgeforth for about 12 years now and although I don’t have a pet right now, I’m pleased to recommend her — and I’ve recently taken a friend’s Husky and German Shepard dogs to see her. She’s always wonderful! The Husky bitch is very shy and hid under my chair. Dr. B got down on the floor and somehow coaxed her out. I was shocked. Pretty good! I remember how Dr. B performed acupuncture on my 11 year old Lab, who couldn’t use her hind legs. I took her in to say good-​bye. After the session, Sadie got up, wagged her tail, went outside and jumped into my car! She lived a happy, pain free life for 3 more years. I’m very grateful to Dr. Bridgeforth for her talent — and many kindnesses.

Avoid bringing your pet here!!! When I adopted my baby Chloe I took her for her first set of vaccines at this location because it was close to my house. The place was filthy and the receptionist argued with me on what breed Chloe is. She is a Rottweiler and the stupid woman insisted she is a lab. How do you confuse the two breeds???
When I brought her back to get her follow up second set of vaccinations the woman gave her the wrong vaccine! Then they still made me pay for it!
Save your pet the suffering and don’t come to this place.

Hi, I recently had to take my dog Gosher to San Leandro Vet Hosp for Tx of a skin condition that just was not getting any better. I called and the young man was very helpful with getting us an appt the same day and even directed me to a Web site that offered free Exams for first time visiters. (That helped so much I can’nt evev tell you) Upon arrival I informed the Tech that I wasnt sure about Goshers behavior around other dogs and they offered a muzzleh that he could wear during his visit wbich was wonderful since I did not. Want any other animal to be harmed. Dr Bridgeworth came in and immediatly put Gosher and myself ay ease with her wonderful manner. She asked all the right Questions and Diagnosed Goher with Flea Dermatitous whith was treatable with Steroids. With the free exam and knowledgeble Staff, Gosher was feeling better and slept thru the night which means I slept thru the night, Thanks to thr Dr and her staff.
Wanessa Johnson
And Gosher.

I came to this vet hospital when my dog was sick because I could get an appointment more easily here than at Good Samaritan, and I plan to come to this one from now on. It is much cheaper than GS, and I felt that my dog got better and more thorough care here than she did at Good Samaritan.
Dr. Bridgeforth spent almost an entire hour with me and my dog, and explained all her thoughts about the situation. She gave me different options and really included me in the process. I walked out with 4 different medications, my dog got one test and one shot, and the vet spent almost an hour with us, all for less than $ 200. This would have probably been $ 400 or more at another vet.

I am very happy with this veterinarians! They are great. I have taken the dogs i have owned to many vets all over the bay area, Berkeley Emergency on University, Broadway Pet Hospital, etc. I have always been over charger or underserved by all of them. This is a humble little place with good service and attention to detail. Not to mention that their prices are great. I can really appreciate that. I am making this hospital my «go to» from now on. They really know their stuff and I feel I am getting the best health care for my dog on a social workers salary.

My story is kinda long. But I had an 8 year old blue pit. He was an amazing boy. About a month ago he started having seizures and I had to take him in. I called last minute and Dr. Bridgforth said to bring him right away. After we got there and talked to dr bridgforth and she gave me her opinions but wasnt quite sure why he would just out of the blue start having seizures. So she did blood work and an urinalysis test and said they would call me on Mon (this all happened on a weekend). Then she called me and gave the heart breaking news that my poor baby has a brain tumor and his time with me would not be much longer. She was very honest and straight to the point. She gave me options what we could do and said we wouldake him as comfortable as possible. Which they definitely did. I just had to put my boy down yesterday. But Dr Bridgforth gave him and I some last precious moments together. That in itself I am forever greatful to her. The staff was very helpful and let me and my family stay with him as long as we needed. I will keep bringing my other dogs here as long as I am in the bay area. Thanks to all the staff and the vet.

I had taken my dogs faithfully to this vet since they were puppies. I have a 13 year old cocker and a 9 year old chihuahua.
Recently the older dog developed a tumor that literally grew overnight. By the time I saw it it was bloody and oozing. it looked like a bloody sausage coming out of his neck!
Terrified I called SLVH and asked if I could bring him in since they were still open… I was told NO you can take him to the VCA (the emergency hospital). Which I did… you can imagine what that cost me!
Not good. I went to Unilocal found a great vet in Union City that told me they had no openings but to bring him in and they would see him if someone came in late because they knew how worried I was. (UNI is their name) Now I shan’t be returning to SLVH.
Thank Goodness the tumor was benign. and he is doing great. The vet actually called a few days after surgery to check on my dog which was very thoughtful.
Since then the chihuahua has had dental surgery and again. they were great!
Sorry SLVH… you had your chance… I was faithful to you… until you showed how much you cared about my pets. But, thank you. now I have a wonderful vet that cares about my dogs as much as I do.
Too Da Loo!

We are big fans of Dr. Bridgeforth! We found SL Vet on-​line when we first moved to the area and went through a couple of different vets before we found SL Vet. They are just a great group of people who have treated us and our two dogs with kindness and expertise. Dr. Bridgeforth is also a great advocate of holistic recommendations, not just someone there to write an unnecessary RX or order expensive tests. We also scream a big thank you to of the techs who so manage our crazy little dogs and their delicate grooming requirements. I highly recommend SL Vet Hospital.

Wish I could give negative stars…
Ive never brought my dog to this place, and i never will, but I am lucky enough (sense the sarcasm?) to live in the apartment complex next door.
EVERYDAY for the past week, including yesterday when we got almost 3 inches of rain, this poor dog has been in their outside area just barking and howling nonstop for 8 hours straight.
I called and asked if there was something they could do, since obviously this dog wants or needs something that is causing its excessive howling, the girl was extremely rude and told me the animals have to be kept outside.
I have called the police once already and will continue to do so until the neglect of this animal is stopped
DONT TAKE YOUR ANIMALS HERE! THEY WILL BE NEGLECTED!!!

I came here for the first time using a free check up coupon from Valupak. I had read the Unilocal reviews on here before I went and decided that if I ended up getting Dr. Constance Bridgeforth (who had a lot of bad reviews on here), that I would tell the receptionist to send me with another person. BUT, I got called back with my dog, and ended up getting Constance. I immediately had my guard up and was prepared for bad service. But, the opposite happened. Constance was really nice, gentle with my dog, and gave me a lot of advice. I didn’t see any hint of rudeness or anything with her.

Dr. Doe and his staff was recommended by a friend and we are very happy with them as well.
Our dog, Jack has been with Good Sam for 5 years and our Ernie (aka Tank) for 2 years. They have been treated for everything from neutering, shots and all things dogs need in Medical help.
We always board them when we travel as it is a clean facility with wonderful care and lots of TLC given. It is a good feeling to know they are in good hands while we are away.
We have just posted a newer review. We would never think of taking our «boys» to any other Vet.

I love San Leandro Vet Hospital!
I am a Pug owner and sadly make many trips to this place. The staff is always so wonderful to me, and I just adore Dr. Bridgford. She is the best. From being open to my sometimes unusual holistic treatments, to answering all of my goofy questions that woman is a gem. She is friendly, intelligent, knowledgable, and kind hearted. They really don’t make them like her anymore and where ever she goes I will follow.
Their prices are in line with the area, and I really couldn’t ask for a better place to bring my babies. Great job to everyone and thank you for the great service!

Super depressing place… its grimey looking and practically abandoned. The moment I got there the lady at the front desk made me feel rushed and kept saying «im only one person, i can only do one thing at a time… blah blah blah» there was only me and another lady in the waiting room (NO ONE was complaining). I dont know, maybe she was having a bad day but still, costumers are already stressed because their animal could be sick, and the animal is freaked out because, well… its the vet hospital. She also thought she was like the smartest person in the room. It was very annoying, especially when her information was WRONG.
Also, we went in and my dog had to be put down. It was a very hard day for my family and I and the vet just was not sensitive at all. I truly regret taking him there for his final day.
We tried to just get past the that incident and continued to bring our other dogs. We just kept getting the same crapy treatment. When we finally decided to go somewhere else I then realized how people are really supposed to be treated in vet hospitals. Like vauble, sensitive, and somewhat intelligent beings. Dont treat us like your doing us a favor, ’cause your not… on to the next one!
Cheap. But you definitely get your moneys worth… which is bad.

Sigh. I have been putting off this review for quite some time, hoping that it would end up more positive.
I’ve gone to this vet for over a year. Let me first say that I love the tech staff. Tracy, in particular, is wonderful. They are helpful and nice and if I only had to deal with them, I wouldn’t be seeking a new vet office. Other doctors I’ve seen there as well have been fine.
This two-​star review is primarily for one particular doctor who I’ve unfortunately seen on many occasions, and I believe her name is Constance Bridgeforth.
Every time I see her, she is rude, short with me, impatient, and acts as if I’ve ruined her day by bringing my dog in. I am a VERY devoted dog parent, but she makes me feel as though I am neglectful and ignorant with the way she talks (down) to me. She ALWAYS suggests extra tests and visits and treatments to drive up cost. (Believe me, I have spent a lot of time and money trying to believe the opposite; that she is doing it for the well-​being of my pet.) During our last visit, she even reluctantly admitted that the tests she was suggesting (which were very expensive on top of our already $ 200 visit) weren’t necessary when I confronted her about them.
Our last two visits were the last straw. Here are the highlights of her bedside manner: She yelled at me for not helping to console my dog who was nervous about what she was doing while her and a tech were examining her. Then she yelled (loudly) at my dog who was already freaking out, causing her to tuck her tail and pee herself. Yelling at dogs, especially when they are already afraid, is not effective, helpful, or cool. On our last visit, she became indignant when I questioned her suggestion of a medication we have tried in the past which was ineffective for my dog.
The takeaway is this: This isn’t a terrible vets office if you see anyone but Dr. Bridgeforth. I do think they tend to advise additional testing and treatments that aren’t necessary to drive up cost. I will be taking my business elsewhere in the future.

the place always looks abandoned and the staff are really friendly.
I am concerned for this buisness and the staff My first statement there are hardly people who take their pets there. Second statement the staff are friendly and are helpful to me when my dog and cats get sick.
One time I brought my overweighted cat to this place to get a check up. The vet was nice and told me that he should be on a diet Well i explained thatn it was not possible because my cat begs for food she suggested i’d should cut back his diet a little and i agreed
My third statement is for the morans who give this place a hard time. Come on the poor place gets hardly any buisness and your treating the staff like crap. really you should get a life. If you complain how terrible the place is read my review about the good Samaritan it has great reviews