Berkeley
- Berkeley Dog and Cat Hospital
http://www.berkeleydogandcat.com
Dr. Linda J. Siperstein ("Dr. Sip")
2126 Haste St
Berkeley, CA 94704
Phone: (510) 848.5041
Dr. Sip writes: "I have been seeing guinea pigs since 2002, advising owners on husbandry, treating medical cases, and performing dental work and abdominal surgery including cystotomies (removing bladder stones) and spays/neuters when medically indicated or to prevent unwanted breeding." She writes that Berkeley Dog and Cat Hospital has been seeing guinea pigs and other exotics since the late 1960's.
Contributed by email: Dr. Sip - 3/3/2015
Website verified: March 5, 2016
- PetVet PetFood
http://petvetpetfood.com/veterinary
6000 Potrero Avenue
El Cerrito, CA 94530
Phone: (510) 215-5101
Supply Store. One Saturday a month for guinea pigs examinations (first come, first serve, come early to avoid long wait. Fill out paperwork to be in line. Mostly will be cats and dogs so bring carrier.). Call to find out when guinea pig vet will be in. Low cost source for medication, supplies and general exam. Can not do in depth examinations here. If needed they will be more than happy to recommend a vet who can. Oxbow grass & pellets carried here.
Contributed by: Cece20 -1/14/08, 11:10 AM
Website verified: March 5, 2016
- Adobe Animal Hospital South Bay
www.adobe-animal.com/southbay
Dr. Curt Nakamura
Dr. Jennifer Koga
15965 Los Gatos Blvd
Los Gatos, CA 95032
Phone: (408) 357-8000
Dr. Nakamura and Dr. Koga have both been recommended as cavy savvy vets by many Guinea Lynx members.
Website verifed: March 6, 2016
- Montclair Veterinary Hospital
www.montclairvethospital.com
Cynthia Lynn, DVM
1961 Mountain Blvd.
Oakland, CA 94611
Phone: (510) 339-8600
Dr. Lynn writes: "I ... would like to be included on your list of veterinarians who treat guinea pigs. I graduated from UC Davis in 1997, did the zoo track while in school, did externships at 2 practices that treat avian and exotic patients, and have been taking care of guinea pigs and other "exotics" continuously since then. I would be happy to provide referrals from satisfied pig owners if you would like. Please feel free to contact me if you have any questions."
Cynthia Lynn, DVM - 3/25/2009 by email
Website verified: March 5, 2016
- Pinole Pet Hospital
http://vetncare.com/pinolepet
1400 San Pablo Ave
Pinole, CA 94564
Phone: (510) 724-8766
Have gone to them for 2+ years for multiple pet piggies and problems. Drop-ins on weekdays and appointments on Saturday.
Contributed by: Cece20 -1/14/08, 11:10 AM
Website verified: March 5, 2016
- Bay Area Bird Hospital
www.bayareabirdhospital.com
Dr. Lynn Dustin (female)
2145 Taraval Street (at 32nd Ave.)
San Francisco, CA 94116
Phone: (415) 566-4359
For cavy dental work in San Francisco I strongly recommend going ONLY to Dr. Dustin.
For DENTALS, do NOT go to the other 2 cavy-knowledgeable hospitals in San Francisco (All Pets and Irving Street).
I speak from having had a terrible ordeal with Tolik's teeth where I had to take him to all 3 cavy-knowledgeable hospitals. Finally, Dr. Dustin's tooth trimming did the trick.
She also commented that his teeth were in "TERRIBLE" condition and that his teeth furthest in the back had not been properly trimmed - this despite him having had 2 prior trimmings in 3 weeks. I had virtually given up hope that he would eat again.
Fortunately he was able to eat right after Dr. Dustin's trimming (but unfortunately, Dr. Dustin also correctly diagnosed a lump that had just been misdiagnosed as benign to in fact be lymphoma, from which Tolik passed away 3 months later).
Dr. Dustin (and her assisting vet, Dr. Marcucci) has since become our regular cavy vet and also performed bladder stone removal, treated UTI's, an eye infection, and ovarian cysts.
Contributed by: tatandsam - 8/9/2007, 11:43 pm
Website verified: March 5, 2016
- Wildwood Veterinary Hospital
www.wildwoodvet.com
Dr. Diana Welsh
1115 Luchessi Dr.
San Jose, CA 95118
Phone: (408) 265-8811
I have taken my two girls here on several occasions. She successfully treated their URIs and ear infections. Her exams are thorough, eyes, nose, ears, fur, listening to lungs and bowels, checking mammary glands and sex and weighing. She helped out during the Monterey and Hollister rescues and has worked with Cavyspirit in the past. She sees many guinea pigs on a regular basis.
Contributed by: rachelllll - 4/9/2006, 2:52 pm
Website verified: March 5, 2016
- VCA Cottage Animal Hospital
http://www.vcahospitals.com/cottage
Dr. Leslie Garrow
Dr. Karen Kaplan
1590 Boulevard Way
Walnut Creek, CA 94595
Phone: (925) 935-9080
Both doctors are graduates of UC Davis Vet Med School and see cavies, ferrets, rabbits, rodents, other critters, as well as cats and dogs. We carry Oxbow hay and pellets. Our hours are M-F 7:30a-6p and Sat 8a-3p
Contributor unknown
Website verified: March 5, 2016; Currently, Dr. Karen Kaplan does not seem to be listed as a veterinarian on their website.
Fresno
- The Animal Hospital and Bird Clinic
www.theanimalhosp.com
5169 N. Blackstone Ave.
Fresno, CA 93720
Phone: (559) 227-5575
She's been around a long time and she treated my guys very, very well. For first time pig owners I suggest you go here. She'll show you how to clean ears, clip nails, check teeth. She's expensive but worth it. She does through checks and offers drop off/pick up service.
Contributed by: ashiefunk - 11/7/2006, 6:45 pm
Website verified: March 5, 2016
Anaheim
- Brookhurst Animal Medical Center
www.brookhurstanimal.com
1301 S Brookhurst St. Anaheim, CA 92804
(714) 776-7387
Guinea Pig Page: http://brookhurstanimal.com/guinea-pig-veterinarian
Contributed by email: Jorge Delgado, employee 7/26/2016
Note: guinea pig page not accessible from front page.
- Pet Vet Animal Hospital
http://www.petvetanimalhospital.com
Dr. Kerry Beeder
19748 Sherman Way
Canoga Park, CA 91306
Phone: 818-346-2455 Mondays/Tuesdays only
Kerry Beeder is an amazing surgeon, and is well known for his surgical skills. He performed the surgery on Spot, removing his tumor and neutering him at the same time. In spite of the fact that Spot developed pneumonia and was later found to have serious heart problems, Spot came through the surgery with flying colors.
He is extraordinarily open to new information, and very willing to listen to new ideas or discuss alternatives. While he doesn't advertise himself as an 'exotics' vet, he has worked hard to learn more about cavy medicine and treat all the animals in my rescue. He will tell you if he is unfamiliar with a protocol or procedure. He was also extremely helpful when I suggested I needed to visit a dental specialist and offered to send xrays with me.
He has recently retired and sold his practice, but he still practises on Mondays, Tuesdays, and sometimes other days. His staff are very helpful, his prices extremely reasonable, and he has a following of people with other exotic animals.
Contributed by: Mum - 3/27/2006, 9:33 pm
Website verified: March 5, 2016
- Canyon Country Animal Hospital
http://www.canyoncountryvet.com/
Dr. J. J. Bonavera
18840 Soledad Canyon Rd.
Canyon Country, CA 91351
Phone: (661) 424–9900
Email: info@canyoncountryvet.com
Excellent with exotics. He's one of the few vets in the area that will even touch them. Dr. Bonavera saved the life of my senior pig by performing what is known to be a very risky surgery. This is one skilled exotics vet. And very affordable!
Contributed by: Laurie5pigs, 4/4/2005, 8:51 am
Website verified: March 5, 2016; Dr. J. J. Bonavera seems to have died of a heart attack in November, 2008.
- Long Beach Animal Hospital
www.lbah.com
Dr. William Ridgeway
3816 E. Anaheim St.
Long Beach, CA 90804
(562) 434-9966
He is OCCH's primary vet. He has helped us thru a lot and he really is one of the most competent cavy vets in SoCal.
Contributed by: ChunkyPiggies - 2/1/2004, 12:07 am
Website verified: March 5, 2016
- Animal Medical Group
http://www.amgvets.com/
1401 Sepulveda Blvd
Manhattan Beach, CA 90266
Phone: (310) 546-5731
Email: amgvets@gmail.com
This clinic was just mentioned by CP as just getting an exotics vet.
Dr. Ken Lyon is the dental vet there. He is excellent! He comes into the clinic from his practice in Arizona two weekends a month (Fridays and Saturdays). He has treated my piggie for malocclusion for two months now. He was a mentor to my previous dental vet, Dr. Legendre in Vancouver, Canada. I recommend him highly.
Contributed by: christina - 10/21/2003, 8:27 pm
Website verified: March 5, 2016; no record of Dr. Ken Lyons currently working there, however.
- VCA Adler Vet Group
http://www.vcahospitals.com/adler
Dr. Dan Reimer
16911 Roscoe Blvd.
North Hills, CA 91343
Phone: (818) 893-6366
Phone: (818) 891-4472
His availability: usually Mon-Tues, Thurs and Sat.
Dr. Reimer is an exotics specialist and is very capable diagnostician with guinea pigs and other exotics. He is friendly and will spend time with you to answer any questions you have and is an experienced surgeon for guinea pigs. The office does stock Oxbow's Cavy Cuisine and Critical Care! The people in the front office are fairly good, but they aren't always knowledgeable on the specific issues for guinea pigs, so ask to speak with Dr. Reimer if you have any cavy-specific concerns.
We have been taking our guinea pigs Jackson and Splash to Dr. Reimer ever since our old vet, Dr. Linda Knox, went on sabbatical and would recommend him in a heartbeat. She was the "go to" vet in our area for exotics and referred us to him since he was her classmate.
Contributer unknown
Website verified: March 5, 2016
- Crossroads Animal Emergency
http://www.crossroadsanimal911.com/norwalk-ca/
Dr. Richard Rotmistrovsky
11057 E. Rosecrans Ave
Norwalk, CA 90650
Phone: (562) 863-2522
This is an emergency hospital so their hours differ from a regular vet clinic. There is also no guarantee this particular vet will be on duty. This emergency hospital was also very reasonable. I paid only $25.00 for xrays, $55.00 for exam, and received a discount because Violet was rescued.
My regular cavy vet was familiar with Dr. Rotmistrovsky and agreed with his protocols. She went in for abdominal distension.
Contributed by: HollyT - 2/20/2005, 2:43 pm
Website verified: March 5, 2016
- Exotic Animal Care Center
http://www.exoticanimalcarecenter.com/
Dr. Sari Kanfer
2121 E. Foothill Blvd.
Pasadena, CA 91107
Phone: 626-405-1777
After Hour Emergencies Answering Service: 626-827-2936
Fax: 800-255-4086
Email: info@eaccpasadena.com
This is an update about Dr. Sari Kanfer. She has recently opened her own practice in Pasadena.
Since my last posting regarding Dr. Kanfer, I have worked with her with all of my heart pigs. She has learned a tremendous amount and consistently checks for heart problems in cavies. She also has attended seminars specifically for cavies, increasing her knowledge and abilities. She is constantly researching new treatments, surgical procedures and care protocols. Unlike many vets, she listens to her clients and takes their suggestions. She has even referred clients to me for treatment help. I feel Dr. Kanfer is the most qualified vet in the area for heart pig diagnosis and treatment.
Dr. Kanfer trained under the same dental vet as Dr. Lyon and is able to take good dental x-rays without anesthetic. She is an excellent dentist and surgeon and really cares about the animals. She is also one of the first vets in the area to give pain meds to exotics. She is also willing to suggest optional care plans for compromised animals that can not tolerate anesthesia.
Dr. Kanfer gives a free first exam to any rescued animal, whether it comes from a shelter or not, as well as spays and neuters at half price for rescues. She gives all rescues a 15% discount on other services.
Her passion is working with rescues and treating exotics.
I have personally used Dr. Kanfer for the 10 years she has been in the area and have found her very competent, compassionate and caring. .
She is very accessible and will give out her cell number in certain situations. She will call you back and sometimes do emergency visits. I have actually taken a rabbit to her home for treatment.
I do not give recommendations lightly, but I do highly recommend Dr. Kanfer.
Contributed by: LAWomans -
Website verified: March 5, 2016
- Point Vicente Animal Hospital
www.pointvicentevet.com
Dr. Ann Murata
31270 Palos Verdes Drive West
Rancho Palos Verdes, CA 90275
Phone: (310) 265-9500
Ann Murata is a kind and competent exotics vet. I have used her over the past 3 years with success. She treats guinea pigs and many other small animals as well as turtles. She is available everyday except Thursday, where she works at the Animal Emergency in Torrance from 10-2pm. Animal Emergency: (310) 325-3000.
Contributed by: figrgrl - 4/28/2008 by email
Website verified: March 5, 2016; Dr. Ann Murata seems to be working for Animal Emergency Medical Center now.
- VCA Wilshire Animal Hospital
http://www.vcahospitals.com/wilshire
Dr. Frank Lavac
Dr. Michelle Jack
Wilshire Animal Hospital
2421 Wilshire Boulevard
Santa Monica, CA 90403
Phone: (310) 828-4587
Over 8 years ago, Dr. Lavac did an emergency spay on Brigitte. She had cystic ovaries and a large tumor on her cervix. He also removed fatty lipomas from Stanley a year and a half ago and has done several other surgeries for my critters. Over the years he has also treated my guinea pigs for numerous ailments.
He’s a remarkable diagnostician, skilled surgeon, and I genuinely like and respect him as a person. His vet techs and staff are great too. He has often called me in the evening to see how my animal is doing. I know he genuinely cares about their well being.
I originally saw Dr. Lavac about 15 years ago with my first bunny rabbit. We have a long history and I trust him implicitly.
I’ve only had one experience with Dr. Jack who recently did a difficult surgery on Stanley. She was knowledgeable, compassionate, and did everything possible. I think she’s great and wouldn't hesitate to trust her with my guinea pigs.
Contributed by: Pigginess - 8/18/2006, 4:31 am
Website verified: March 5, 2016; Dr. Michelle Jack seems to be running her own mobile vet service now, Dr. Jack Vet Services.
Aptos
- Aptos-Creekside Pet Hospital
http://www.aptos-creeksidepets.com
Dr. Sarah Hawklyn
10404 Soquel Drive
Aptos, CA 95003
Phone: (831) 688-4242
Fax: (831) 688-4235
Email: aptoscreeksidepethospital@acph.biz
Dr. Hawklyn specializes in exotics and small rodents and has been very good with our guinea pigs. She knows pig behavior and understands their needs and how they react to medication. She also clearly likes them. Their nurses are friendly and knowledgeable. They are also good with rabbits and work with the Cavy House guinea pig rescue.
Contributed by: Solipsistnation - 15:49, 25 June 2009 (EDT)
Website verified: March 5, 2016
- Felton Veterinary Hospital
http://feltonveterinaryhospital.com
5996 Highway 9
Felton, CA 95018
Phone: (831) 335-3466
The Felton Veterinary Hospital is closer to Santa Cruz than Aptos-Creekside, and they have an exotics specialist on staff as well. They have different hours than Aptos-Creekside and may be available on weekends.
Contributed by: Solipsistnation - 15:49, 25 June 2009 (EDT)
Website verified: March 5, 2016
- Avian & Exotic Clinic of the Monterey Peninsula
www.aecvets.com
Dr. Shannon Thomas
Dr. Amy Wells
451 Canyon Del Rey Blvd
Del Rey Oaks, CA 93940
Phone: (831) 647-1147
This is the place to go if you're anywhere near Monterey. When Ianto the tiny pig had a broken leg, they were able to see him on very short notice and gave good care and advice. We were able to save his leg without surgery and now he's getting around fine.
Contribute by: Solipsistnation - 15:49, 25 June 2009 (EDT)
Website verified: March 5, 2016
- Animal Hospital of Soquel
www.soquelvet.com
Dr. Hilary Stern
2651 Soquel Avenue
Santa Cruz, CA 95062
Phone: (831) 475-0432
Dr. Stern is an exotics-only veterinarian with a special interest in small mammals. She loves working with guinea pigs, and provides expert medical and surgical care for them. She works extensively with the local rescue group The Rabbit Haven as well as the guinea pig rescue Cavy House.
Contributed by email: Hilary Stern, DVM - 11/7/2014
Website verified: March 5, 2016
Costa Mesa
- All Creatures Care Cottage
www.allcreaturescarecottage.com
Dr. Dave Chapman
1912 Harbor Boulevard
Costa Mesa, CA 92627
Phone: (949) 642-7151
I would highly recommend Dr. Chapman to anyone in the Orange County area, or even outside the area for that matter. He has over 25 years of experience, has performed many guinea pig surgeries, and is quite well versed in cavy medicine. He is not pushy and presents numerous treatment options, including non surgical. He was also very supportive when I had to put one of my pigs to sleep, and performed the procedure himself and took the time to talk with me after. He has also always returned my phone calls in a rather timely fashion. A truly wonderful man who I will gladly bring my piggies to in the future.
Contributed by: SeizedPropaganda - 11/26/2009, 12:37 am
Website verified: March 5, 2016
- Orange Olive Veterinary Hospital
http://orangeolivevet.com
Dr. Patricia Pannier
2187 N Orange Olive Rd
Orange, CA 92865-3383
(On Olive Street near Shaffer park)
(714) 998-1510
I've been going to Doc Pannier since I was 12 & I had my bunny. I wouldn't go to anyone else. She's the best. There are two vets there, but I highly recommend Doc. Pannier.
Contributed by: mlzbb - 1/3/2007, 1:42 am
Website verified: March 5, 2016
- Greek and Associates Veterinary Hospital
http://gavh.net
Dr. Tom Greek
23687 Via Del Rio
Yorba Linda, CA 92887
Phone: (714) 463-1190
Toll-free: (866) 940-7028
He's a great local exotics vet if people can't go to Long Beach or LA area. He is a great surgeon and cavy knowledgable. He trained under Dr. Ridgeway. He does neuters for $100, which is more than reasonable in these parts. His staff is great.
Contributed by: sus4rabbitsnpigs - 4/6/2007, 2:11 pm, when Dr. Greek was at Yorba Linda Veterinary Hospital
4872 Olinda St.
Yorba Linda, CA 92886
Phone: (714) 777-2314
Website verified and address updated: March 5, 2016
Fair Oaks
- Madison Avenue Veterinary Clinic, Inc.
www.madisonavenuevetclinic.com
Dr. Marianne Brick
Dr. Richard Slevin
8520 Madison Ave.
Fair Oaks, CA 95628
Phone: (916) 961-1541
They specialize in exotics. Very cavy-knowledgeable vets, friendly and easy to talk with. If you have a concern, you can call the office and speak with the vet directly. The office staff is great too. You can always get a same-day appointment if needed. They sell Oxbow products and Carefresh. They treat local Petco exotics.
They also treat ferrets, chinchillas, rats, mice, hamsters, gerbils, prairie dogs, hedgehogs, sugar gliders, birds (exotic and poultry), reptiles, amphibians, rabbits, dogs and cats.
Contributed by: ottosmom - 3/13/2004, 10:14 am
Website verified: March 5, 2016; however, Dr. Slevin doesn't seem to be listed as Staff on the website.
La Jolla
- Côté Animal Hospital
http://www.coteanimalhospital.com
Dr. Irene Côté
8915 Towne Centre Dr.
#110
San Diego, CA 92122
Phone: (858)-452-7100
Dr. Côté is a knowledgeable and experienced veterinarian. Her practice in La Jolla is welcoming and friendly, and she's a very sweet lady who genuinely enjoys caring for all animals. I took my four year old guinea pig to Dr. Côté to get treatment for an eye infection. Dr. Côté prescribed gentocin which quickly cleared up the infection. A basic exam is $49 but she offers discounts to college students, seniors, and newly adopted pets as well. Highly recommended!
Contributed by Cass&Pigs - 11/13/2010, 2:27 pm (edit sent by email, 7/21/2012)
Website verified: March 5, 2016
- East Ventura Animal Hospital
https://www.eastventuraanimalhospital.com/
Dr. Tyler Bloedel
10225 Telephone Road
Ventura, CA 93004
Phone: (805) 647-8430
She [the vet referred to is retired] seems to really know her stuff. She has 7 guinea pigs of her own, and did a wonderful job on Tyrone's neuter.
Contributed by: Corrine - 7/9/2006, 4:39 pm
Listing and website updated by email by Robin S.: November 30, 2022
- Pet Emergency & Specialty Center
www.pescsandiego.com
Dr. Todd Cecil
5232 Jackson Drive
Suite 105
Jackson Square Center
La Mesa, CA 91941
Phone: (619) 462-4800
Dr. Cecil performed bladder stone surgery on my piggy Oreo back in June. He saw Oreo in the early afternoon and by late afternoon that same day Oreo was having surgery as the doctor knew Oreo was in a lot of pain. Currently Dr. Cecil is working with me to figure out Oreo's soft poo problem. We may finally be seeing the light at the end of the tunnel. I really like Dr. Cecil - he knows a lot about piggies.
Contributed by: NancyO - 10/15/2004, 6:31 pm
Update: Todd R. Cecil, DVM, writes that he has re-located to La Mesa after 12 years serving the San Diego avian/exotic animal community (previously at the Avian & Exotic Animal Hospital)
"Any questions feel free to contact me. Questions are free and referrals are appreciated." -- Todd R. Cecil, DVM by e-mail 7/24/2006
Website verified: March 5, 2016