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Berkeley Animal Hospital

Updated 2026-07-07 · 1,215 reviewed · 182 listed · Scored from 169 Google reviews · How we rank ›

5.0(169) 93 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Verified
General Veterinary CareVeterinary SurgeryVeterinary DentistryLow-Cost / Affordable Vet CareEmergency & Urgent CareExotic & Avian VetLarge Animal / Equine Vet
Berkeley Animal Hospital
Services
General Veterinary Care, Veterinary Surgery, Veterinary Dentistry
Reviews
169

What recent reviews say

Every recent review is five stars. Visitors consistently report thorough exams, staff who calm nervous pets, and transparent pricing without pressure. The clinic feels personal rather than corporate, with quick appointment access and follow-up care that extends to managing serious illness.

Praised for
  • skilled and thorough exams
  • compassionate animal handling
  • transparent pricing and no pressure
  • responsive scheduling
  • personalized care and attention
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Best for: Owners seeking attentive care for anxious or special-needs pets in the Highlands area.

Strengths

  • thorough, unhurried exams
  • staff skilled at calming anxious pets
  • upfront pricing with clear options
  • quick appointment availability

Worth knowing

  • Latasha noted for calm cat handling
  • Dr. Melburg and Dr. Melberg manage routine and end-of-life care
  • Private exam rooms to reduce pet stress
  • Exams and checkout in private rooms
  • Follow-up photos and detailed health explanations provided
  • Techs offer post-visit help (e.g., bandage removal assistance)
  • Pricing aligned with Highlands area norms

What reviews say by service

General Veterinary Care
Wellness exams and routine care praised as thorough, unhurried, and personalized.
Veterinary Surgery
Surgery and spay/neuter care handled with attention and clear pre-visit explanation.
Veterinary Dentistry
Dental care offered; no specific praise or complaint in reviews.
Emergency & Urgent Care
Saturday acute care visit and recognition of emergency situations prompt and handled with kindness.
Low-Cost / Affordable Vet Care
Pricing described as honest and on par with neighborhood; transparent options offered without pressure.

How it compares

  • Rated 5 against a 4.6 average across the 126 veterinary surgery businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 44% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

Scoring Method
Star rating 97
Review volume 97
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 81
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

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Common questions

Can I get an appointment on a weekend if my pet is sick?
Yes. One reviewer brought their dog in on a Saturday for acute care and was fit in with thorough, kind service.
How does the clinic help nervous cats?
Staff use calm handling techniques and private exam rooms. Latasha is specifically noted for her skill with scared or upset cats.
Does the clinic explain pricing upfront?
Yes. Reviewers report clear pricing options presented without pressure, allowing them to decide what they want.

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Last updated 2026-07-07