VCA Bayshore Animal Hospital

Our Story

At VCA Bayshore Animal Hospital we help pets live long, healthy and happy lives. We deliver the best medical care for pets and the best experience for pet owners.

Located in San Mateo, our veterinarians, technicians and pet-friendly support staff are trained to the highest standards. Their thorough knowledge of the latest procedures and medicines ensures that our patients receive the best in preventive and healing care.

Hometown Care at VCA Bayshore Animal Hospital
Welcome to VCA Bayshore Animal Hospital. We look forward to seeing you and your dog, cat, rabbit, and other furry family members!

Our professional and skilled team is eager to provide the best veterinary experience for you and your pets. We believe in partnering with you to provide the best possible care for our patients. Our compassionate, knowledgeable veterinarians offer detailed explanations, advice, and recommendations, all of which will help you make the best possible choices for your pet's care. To further assist you, our staff can communicate in Spanish and French.

At VCA Bayshore Animal Hospital, we realize that your pets are a part of your family. Our team takes pride in providing you with peace of mind every time you entrust a member of your family to a member of ours.
Accreditations & Affiliations
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Affiliations Partner AAHA
American Animal Hospital Association

The American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA) sets the standard for quality veterinary care for companion animals. As an accredited hospital, we voluntarily uphold the Association's high standards in 18 different areas and are routinely evaluated on over 900 different standards of veterinary care. Not all animal hospitals are accredited, and we are proud to be amongst only 12-15% of veterinary hospitals that hold this honor.

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American Association of Feline Practitioners

The American Association of Feline Practitioners (AAFP) represents practitioners in the veterinary community who are passionate about the care of cats and supports its members in improving the health and welfare of feline patients. With a reputation as a leader in the field of feline medicine, the AAFP helps veterinary practices establish a feline-friendly environment that reduces stress for cats during veterinary visits.

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Cat Friendly Practice

The Cat Friendly Practice® program is a leading movement to make veterinary care less stressful for cats and their caregivers. This global initiative is designed to elevate care for cats by assisting practices in developing calming, cat-friendly environments and reducing stress for felines before, during, and after their veterinary visit.

Helpful Resources

Lionbridge provides over-the-phone and video interpretation services for non-English-speaking and American Sign Language (ASL) clients. In real time, veterinary providers can enlist an expert Lionbridge interpreter to facilitate a clear exchange of information between themselves and clients. Lionbridge’s on-demand, remote interpretation services enable effective and accurate communication with clients. This service empowers clients to be heard and spoken to in their own language, which in turn facilitates a deeper understanding of the care your pet needs.  

Learn more about Lionbridge’s interpretation services: https://www.lionbridge.com/content-transformation-services/interpretation-services/.

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