VCA Bay Area Veterinary Specialists & Emergency Hospital

Reviews

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  P Sloan

  Feb 26, 2026
  5.0
  When my dog was diagnosed with cancer, I was devastated and felt like I had run out of options. After a very difficult experience elsewhere, I made the decision myself to call VCA Bay Area Veterinary Specialists and schedule with Dr. Julia Colosi. It was one of the most important decisions I have ever made for my dog. From the very first appointment, Dr. Colosi was everything you hope a specialist will be - knowledgeable, thoughtful, calm, and deeply compassionate. She did not rush us. She explained every option clearly and honestly. She was realistic without being cold, and hopeful without being misleading. What sets Dr. Colosi apart is not just her expertise - although that is exceptional - but her heart. She treats her patients as if they are her own. She searches for every possible avenue that could give them a chance. You can feel that she is not simply following a protocol; she is invested. Because of her treatment plan and oversight, my dog is now in full remission. Those words still feel surreal to say. I am 44 years old and have owned pets my entire life. I have never met a veterinarian who combines intelligence, research-driven medicine, empathy, and dedication the way Dr. Colosi does. If you are facing a cancer diagnosis with your pet, I cannot recommend her highly enough. She is not just an oncologist - she is the kind of doctor who changes outcomes and restores hope when you feel like you have none left. I also want to recognize Laura, the head nurse. She is just as compassionate and exceptional in her care. My dog absolutely adores her - every time we pull into the parking lot, he gets excited because he knows he gets to see Laura and Dr. Colosi. her calm, loving presence has meant more to us than I can put into words.
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  Of The Night

  Feb 25, 2026
  1.0
  Terrible experience as we tried to go for a free first exam they canceled on us twice and now won’t honor the coupon as we are a “returning client” but have not even got to see a vet wouldn’t recommend this hospital
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  yvette yang

  Jan 30, 2026
  1.0
  I do not recommend this clinic. After my cat came in for an examination, I noticed new symptoms at home that were not mentioned at all in the exam report. This made me question whether the examination was conducted thoroughly. When I followed up by email to ask about these symptoms and requested further evaluation, the veterinarian who performed the exam did not provide any medical guidance or explanation regarding my cat’s condition. Instead, the response was emotional and unprofessional, and I was directly told to transfer my cat to another hospital. As a pet owner seeking clarity and responsible medical advice, this experience was disappointing and concerning.
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  Vivian L (Oak tree)

  Jan 28, 2026
  3.0
  喂食骨头，无法排便经过两家诊所来到这里，之前做过X片，首先要求付款做一个超生检查（之後沒有看到超生影像和報告），因為沒有保險，付了幾千刀，留院觀察，其中電話跟進講明大的骨頭已排除，第二天有不同醫護人員講解留院必要性。 沒有保險，貴，很貴，收費項目重複不清晰。提醒一下。 因為結果是狗狗痊癒，給與3星。
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  Ryan & Lucy Suen

  Jan 7, 2026
  5.0
  We wish there were a way to differentiate emergency department reviews from those of the specialists’ offices, as ER reviews may deter people from seeking specialty care here. We’ve had the pleasure of being cared for by four departments at VCA BAVS, but would like to give special shout-outs to the oncology and internal medicine departments. INTERNAL MEDICINE We met with Dr. Jade Peralta after our recently adopted dog began experiencing regurgitation issues. Dr. Peralta has been nothing short of helpful, kind, and deeply caring. Beyond her thoroughness, she consistently checked in to make sure our baby girl was doing well and truly felt cared for. We’d also like to thank Tiffany and Angela for being so gentle and patient with our anxious girl; they earned her trust, and we are incredibly grateful. ONCOLOGY The reason we were introduced to this place in the first place (and one we are so grateful for). While no one ever wants to bring their pet in for oncology care, if you ever have to, we truly wouldn’t recommend anyone other than Dr. Colosi and her incredible team (Laura, Nancy, Nadia, Natasha, Natalie, Morgan, and Dr. Kuzmik, Koa’s “back-up” doctor). Our boy was a very wary dog, but with time, patience, lots of love, and soooooo many treats, they completely won him over. After his lymphoma diagnosis, Dr. Colosi (special shoutout to Laura and Nancy) did everything possible to ensure he was comfortable and that we fully understood every care option available to us. We truly cannot put into words how appreciative we are for their compassion, kindness, guidance, and honesty. It was one of the hardest times of our lives, and yet Dr. Colosi and her team were a bright light during such a dark period. His wins were our wins (and by “our,” we mean both the oncology team and our family). We could not have asked for a better cheerleading team. As much as we love and adore Dr. Colosi and her team, we hoped we would never have to see them again (at least not as patients). Unfortunately, it now looks like our girl may need their care as well. From the very start, Dr. Colosi has reassured us with her experience, calm confidence, and genuine compassion, and we truly believe her when she says everything will be okay (as she has done countless times, including again as we just booked a consultation for our girl). She has been an absolute godsend to our family, and we already feel a sense of ease knowing our pup will be in the right hands. We cannot thank Dr. Colosi enough, and we know our first pup was loved and adored there. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts, and thank you for allowing us another wonderful year with our baby boy. We could not have done it without you and your team. With so much love and gratitude, The Suens

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