Business Details
48 Years
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Emergency
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Your Trusted Veterinarian in Albany, CA
Codornices Veterinary Clinic has served the East Bay community for over 40 years, providing dedicated veterinary care rooted in compassion and expertise. Our locally grown team of veterinarians prioritizes the bond between pets and owners, offering comprehensive services including wellness exams, diagnostics, surgery, and emergency care. With an on-site laboratory and pharmacy, we ensure prompt diagnosis and treatment while maintaining a commitment to personalized, ethical care.Our experienced professionals deliver tailored solutions for pets at every life stage, emphasizing preventive care and advanced medical interventions. Recognized for exceptional client service, we combine cutting-edge technology with a deep understanding of animal health to foster long-term wellness. As a trusted community partner, we extend our expertise through educational resources and urgent care referrals, ensuring pets receive timely attention when needed.
Services
Pet Dentistry
Pet Surgery
Pet Wellness
Pet Diagnostics
Urgent Care
Pet Nutrition
Vaccinations
Senior Pet Care
Parasite Prevention
Behavioral Consultations
Details
- Year established: 1978
Highlights and features
- Over 40 years of veterinary experience in the East Bay community
- Locally grown veterinarians with deep regional expertise
- Compassionate care prioritizing pet-owner relationships
- On-site laboratory and pharmacy for rapid diagnostics and treatment
- Urgent care referrals to 24/7 emergency facilities
What people say
Expert and caring staff
Gentle and caring
Great feedback
Prompt service
Compassionate care
Services
Pet Dentistry
Our dental services prevent and treat oral health issues using advanced Sopix X-ray technology for sub-gumline diagnostics. We address periodontal disease, tooth resorption, and gingivitis while emphasizing preventive care through professional cleanings and home hygiene guidance. Early intervention alleviates pain and prevents systemic health complications from dental disease.
Pet Surgery
We perform routine and complex surgical procedures with modern anesthesia and monitoring equipment. Our protocols include pre-operative assessments, individualized pain management, and detailed post-operative care instructions. Services range from spaying/neutering to soft tissue and dental surgeries requiring specialized techniques.
Pet Wellness
Customized wellness programs address age-specific needs through annual exams, vaccinations, and early disease detection. We offer senior pet monitoring, parasite prevention, and nutritional counseling to maintain optimal health. Regular checkups identify hidden conditions affecting organ function, mobility, and longevity.
Pet Diagnostics
Advanced diagnostic capabilities include in-house lab work, digital X-rays, ultrasound, and echocardiograms for accurate health assessments. We identify internal parasites, organ dysfunction, and structural abnormalities through systematic testing. Rapid diagnostics enable timely treatment decisions for acute and chronic conditions.
Urgent Care
Urgent care addresses sudden illness or injury with rapid diagnostics and pain management. We stabilize critical patients before referring to 24/7 emergency facilities when needed. Our team handles wound care, poisoning incidents, and acute symptoms requiring immediate veterinary intervention.
People
Dr. Regina Yoo
Veterinarian, Medical Director
Dr. Yoo leads our medical team with expertise in comprehensive pet care, emphasizing preventive medicine and chronic disease management for feline and canine patients.
Dr. Adrienne Bentley
Veterinarian
Dr. Bentley specializes in surgical procedures and pain management, bringing advanced technical skills to our diagnostic and treatment protocols for optimal patient outcomes.
Dr. Erica Gurley
Veterinarian
Dr. Gurley focuses on wellness care and nutrition counseling, developing customized health plans that address breed-specific and age-related pet requirements.
Dr. David Grant
Veterinarian
Dr. Grant provides compassionate care with particular interest in geriatric pet medicine, managing chronic conditions to maintain quality of life for senior animals.
Dr. Andrew Lie
Veterinarian
Dr. Lie specializes in feline medicine, offering expert diagnostics and treatment plans tailored to cats' unique physiological and behavioral needs.
Questions
What pet services do you offer?
We provide comprehensive care including dentistry, surgery, diagnostics, wellness exams, vaccinations, nutrition counseling, and urgent care referrals for cats and dogs.
Do you accept emergency veterinary cases?
Yes, we handle urgent care cases during business hours and provide referrals to 24/7 emergency hospitals for after-hours critical care needs.
Are there payment options available?
We accept major credit cards, cash, and pet insurance. Payment is due at the time of service, with financing options available through third-party providers.
How can I schedule an appointment?
Book online through our website, call us at 510-330-0802, or use our appointment request form for non-urgent scheduling needs.
What makes your clinic different?
Our locally grown team combines 40+ years of experience with personalized care, on-site diagnostics, and a strong commitment to client education and pet wellness.
Reviews (6)
Susan A.
Oct 04, 2021
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We just adopted a new kitten. A dear friend recommend this vet clinic to us. When I called to book our first appointment, the person on the phone was so incredibly rude. He started mansplaining to me on how due to all the people adopting pets during the pandemic has caused them to have a severe backlog. He also walked me through how to do a google search to find a vet near me. Seriously?!?! How about, the soonest we can see you is xxxx and if you encounter any issues or need vaccines try this. Terrible first impression. Happily booked an appointment elsewhere and they advised what to
Minda B.
Aug 21, 2021
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I've been bringing my cat to Codornices for 10 years and she made it to a ripe old age of 20! I attribute it in part to the thoughtful care of the clinic. They were always willing to make suggestions for care, but were very respectful of our wishes for a low-intervention approach. Previous to this clinic, my cat had been terrified (to the point of attack) of the vet, but she was more comfortable at Codornices and they never had trouble administering care there. When it was finally her time to go, a very thoughtful and kind vet came to our house to give her a respectful and comfortable end
Cricket H.
Jul 11, 2021
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Because of the pandemic, my puppy & I waited 7 months for a "new client" appointment at Codornices. Long before our first app't, Eric, their practice manager, went out of his way to be helpful via email, guiding me to a terrific trainer, a groomer, & eventually daycare -- providing thoughtful and compassionate customer service when I wasn't even yet a customer. When our interim vet facility forwarded my pup's vaccination records, Eric promptly caught and contacted them about a mistake they'd made and not noticed (in not giving a 2nd necessary f/u vac). This
S. P.
Apr 05, 2021
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I brought my rescue dog to Codornices Vet 12 years ago, because he was extremely frightened of all other vets he had seen. At first he was very shy, but the kindness and gentleness and patience he was shown here changed all of that. He relaxed and eventually, because of Dr. Gurley, grew to like the vet. Over the years he was kept healthy and happy. When he started having age related problems he continued to thrive because of Dr. Gurley. Finally he started to deteriorate, and he was treated with dignity and respect. The entire staff treated him like family. They were very caring and sympathetic
Sabrina D.
Feb 09, 2021
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I've been taking my dog(s) here for the last 4 years. The office staff are always pleasant and helpful, especially the gentleman with the arm tattoos. As for the vets it epends who you get. At first I had an older lady vet and wasn't very impressed with her. To sum things up she was into inductive reasoning. So I took a chance on another Vet, Dr. Grant. Dr. Grant has been great! I'd say he employs deductive reasoning and is highly accurate. My pups have been seeing him for the last 3 years and only him.
Kristin N.
Oct 09, 2020
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So extremely disappointed with this vet! My dog was dying and I called right when they opened at 8am to schedule an appointment and couldn't get through then not even 5 minutes later got a person and waited on the phone for 12min only to find out they couldn't fit me in. Asked about the next day and they said you'll have to call again at 8am. No compassion or sympathy for my dog's status and referred me to a place in Lafayette. Thanks for making this difficult day even more stressful and traumatic!
