Can I get an appointment quickly if my pet is sick?

Yes. Reviewers report the clinic is responsive and fits in sick visits the same day, including Saturdays.

Does the clinic explain costs upfront?

Yes. Reviewers note clear pricing and genuine options presented without pressure to choose expensive treatments.

Berkeley Animal Hospital

Updated 2026-07-06 · 1,309 reviewed · 191 listed · Scored from 169 Google reviews · How we rank ›

5.0(169) 93 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Verified

General Veterinary CareSurgery & Specialty CareVeterinary Dental CareEmergency & Urgent CareExotic & Avian Care

Services: General Veterinary Care, Surgery & Specialty Care, Veterinary Dental Care
Reviews: 169

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What recent reviews say

Reviewers consistently report feeling heard and valued, with staff who are calm with nervous pets and vets who take time to explain care options without pressure. The clinic combines medical skill with a personal touch: private exam rooms, follow-up communication, and staff named Latasha and others who earn specific praise for their patience and knowledge.

Praised for

compassionate handling of anxious animals
thorough, unhurried exams
transparent pricing and options
responsive appointment availability
detailed health explanations
genuine care for pet and owner

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Best for: Pet owners seeking unhurried, personalized care who value clear communication and gentle handling of anxious animals.

Strengths

staff known by name and trusted with nervous animals
private exam rooms to reduce stress
upfront pricing with genuine options
fast appointment access and responsive to urgent needs

Worth knowing

Dr. Melberg and tech Latasha regularly named for cat handling skill
staff offers small gestures like removing blood draw bandages before checkout
manages end-of-life care with detailed follow-up communication
provides vaccine guidance (recommending 3-year vaccines over 1-year where appropriate)
private exam rooms used for all visits

What reviews say by service

General Veterinary Care: Wellness exams praised as thorough, unhurried, and personal.
Emergency & Urgent Care: Accommodates same-day sick visits on weekends; responsive to urgent calls.
Veterinary Dental Care: Dental care listed as a service; no specific review detail.
Surgery & Specialty Care: Surgical expertise mentioned in end-of-life management and spay/neuter care.
Exotic & Avian Care: Exotic care listed on website; no specific review evidence.

How it compares

Rated 5 against a 4.58 average across the 174 general veterinary care businesses listed here.
Has more Google reviews than 45% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

Ranking Method

Star rating 96

Review volume 97

Review recency 100

Review sentiment 82

Profile completeness 100

Verification 30

Rating breakdown

167

Common questions

Can I get an appointment quickly if my pet is sick?: Yes. Reviewers report the clinic is responsive and fits in sick visits the same day, including Saturdays.
Does the clinic explain costs upfront?: Yes. Reviewers note clear pricing and genuine options presented without pressure to choose expensive treatments.

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