Business Details
21 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Your Trusted Solana Beach Veterinary Care Team
Rancho Santa Fe Veterinary Hospital has been dedicated to providing exceptional veterinary care for pets in Solana Beach and surrounding areas since its founding in 2005. Our team of experienced veterinarians and support staff is committed to delivering comprehensive medical, surgical, and dental services using advanced diagnostic tools and state-of-the-art equipment. We prioritize compassionate care, focusing on the human-animal bond while maintaining rigorous professional standards through continuous education and community involvement.Our services include wellness exams, urgent care, in-home euthanasia, and preventive treatments, supported by partnerships with specialty providers for complex cases. We maintain affiliations with local animal shelters and emphasize client education to promote optimal pet health.
Services
Wellness Exams
Veterinary Surgery
Dentistry
Anesthesia Services
Euthanasia
Housecall Visits
Dermatology
Internal Medicine
Flea Prevention
Nutritional Counseling
Details
- Year established: 2005
Highlights and features
- Our veterinarians have decades of combined experience in small animal care
- We maintain state-of-the-art diagnostic equipment including digital radiography and ultrasound
- Housecall services available within 5-mile radius of our hospital
- Comprehensive preventive care programs for all life stages
- Direct partnerships with board-certified specialists for advanced treatments
Services
Wellness Exams
Our comprehensive wellness exams ensure early detection of potential health issues. These preventive care visits include physical assessments, vaccination updates, and personalized health recommendations. We recommend bi-annual exams for senior pets and those with chronic conditions.
Veterinary Surgery
We perform various surgical procedures from routine spays/neuters to complex orthopedic operations. Our surgical services include pre-anesthetic evaluations, advanced monitoring during procedures, and post-operative care management for optimal recovery outcomes.
Dentistry
Our dental care services feature complete oral assessments, ultrasonic scaling, and digital radiography under anesthesia. We emphasize preventive dental care to avoid systemic health issues while maintaining modern standards for patient safety during procedures.
Housecall Services
We offer mobile veterinary care within a 5-mile radius featuring comprehensive exams and select treatments. Our home visits accommodate anxious pets and provide specialized end-of-life care with personalized time for owners during euthanasia procedures.
In-House Diagnostics
Our on-site laboratory enables rapid blood work analysis, urinalysis, and fecal exams for immediate diagnosis. We also maintain digital radiography and ultrasound capabilities for advanced imaging needs, ensuring timely treatment decisions.
People
Dr. Deirdre Brandes
Medical Director
Founder of RSFVets, Dr. Brandes graduated from Cornell Veterinary School. She specializes in dentistry and geriatric pet care, dedicating her practice to comprehensive small animal medicine while supporting local animal welfare organizations.
Dr. Caroline Beninger
Veterinarian
Dr. Beninger brings expertise in evidence-based medicine from her Calgary training. Her clinical interests include dermatology and internal medicine for cats and dogs. She actively participates in continuing education to enhance patient care standards.
Dr. Meghan McIntosh
Veterinarian
A graduate of the University of Pennsylvania School of Veterinary Medicine, Dr. McIntosh combines academic excellence with practical experience in general practice. Her professional approach emphasizes compassionate care and client education.
Dr. Tara Haley
Veterinarian
Dr. Haley's Cornell education and San Diego practice experience inform her expertise in internal medicine and senior pet care. She maintains special interests in behavioral medicine and advanced diagnostic imaging techniques.
Dr. Jeff Pollard
Veterinarian
Board-certified by the American Board of Veterinary Practitioners, Dr. Pollard brings over 30 years of feline and canine medicine experience. His practice focuses on comprehensive primary care and chronic disease management.
Questions
What veterinary services do you offer?
We provide comprehensive care including wellness exams, surgery, dentistry, diagnostics, preventive medicine, and house calls within 5 miles. Emergency services require clinic visits during regular hours.
Do you see exotic pets?
Our primary focus is dogs and cats. We offer limited services for birds and small mammals like guinea pigs, primarily for basic care such as nail trims.
What are your after-hours emergency options?
We recommend contacting local emergency clinics for after-hours care. Our regular hours include urgent care during clinic operation times Monday through Saturday.
Can I get prescription food online?
We partner with Vetsource for home delivery of prescription diets. While we maintain limited in-hospital stock, online ordering provides broader selection with subscription convenience.
Reviews (7)
Jeffrey Brown
Oct 06, 2020
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I have brought my dog to RSF Vet Clinic since he was 12 weeks old and he is now 8. My dog, and family for that matter including my two young children, have been treated professionally, respectfully, fairly, and quite honestly, like family. Our dog has received and continues to receive excellent care, from basic office visits to two significant surgical procedures. I have referred many friends to this clinic and never heard anything other than positive feedback. If looking for wonderful Veterinarians, and we have interacted with all of them at this office, this is a no brainer choice.
Helen Westcott
Dec 25, 2019
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Far above any veterinary experience I have ever had. A loving, caring and knowledgeable staff. So lucky to have them here in Solana Beach!
M. L.
Nov 26, 2019
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Really we are very fussy with our vets and you will not find a better place then Rancho Santa Fe Animal Clinic! Every one of the Vets there is wonderful not to mention all the technicians front desk help never had a problem there with anybody and oddly enough I always have a problem with front desk people at other Veterinary facilities don't know why I'm sure it's me. For some reason there's one particular vet here that my dog has a crush on so what are you going to do? They really do care!!!!!!
N.
Nov 20, 2019
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I recently had to say goodbye to my 20-year-old feline. I called Rancho Santa Fe to arrange for euthanasia and asked them to make a house call instead of me bringing her to their hospital (I knew they offer this service within a certain radius of their practice for an additional fee). They found an appointment that same day for which I was so so thankful. Dr. Brandes and vet tech (sorry I can't remember her name but she was lovely too) came out to my house and respectfully, compassionately put my little girl to sleep. The entire experience for my girl was calm and peaceful, which was so important
Luke Smith
Nov 16, 2019
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What a great vet! So good with my dog. I took her flying and needed shots and ppwk they got me in short notice and helped me through the airline ppwk.
Kevin SnuggiePirate Gunnels
Jun 27, 2019
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Since moving back to San Diego we tried a couple different vets for our 3 year old Border Collie. When we finally went to Rancho Santa Fe Vet it just felt right. Everyone was so friendly and help for and our pup loved everyone there which is the most important part. We've also been taking our new mini-aussie pup their and purchased their puppy package. It is useful and they've helped us figure out the right meds for flea, ticks and heartworms. The other vets we visited weren't bad but we just didn't feel as thrilled as we did when we went to Rancho Santa Fe Vet. We've been so happy with them
Ben Russill
Aug 23, 2016
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Awesome staff! First visit to vet was super easy and chill for my puppy. Vet sat on a chair beside me and expertly checked out my dog in a calm and friendly manner. My pup was very relaxed the whole time, and considering she came from a rescue situation I was a bit worried how she would react to being checked out. Lots of little treats are given to help ease pets while being checked/given shots.
Animals are very much a priority here and they definitely care about each pet.
HIGHLY recommended coming here.
Animals are very much a priority here and they definitely care about each pet.
HIGHLY recommended coming here.
