4th of July is right around the corner, and many people love bringing their pets along with them for the celebrations. Between the fireworks, parades, kids, and crowds, there is a lot that can startle our animals and cause them to run off. It’s important to be mindful of these things, and consider looking into […]

VetnCare is excited to be partnering with Petco to launch brand new, state-of-the-art hospitals within Petco stores in Northern California. We are delighted to be joining forces with this trusted brand! We believe in Veterinarians (not corporations) owning our hospitals and providing the highest standard of care. These hospitals will bear the VetnCare name and […]

Welcome to the Pinole Pet Family, Dr. Liang! I spent my childhood and teenage years growing up in the Bay Area. My undergraduate years were spent in Santa Cruz and Davis. After graduating from Western University of Health Sciences, I continued my training by completing a rotating Small Animal Surgery/Medicine/Emergency internship in Irvine, CA. I […]

I grew up in the Bay Area and received a Bachelor's Degree in Animal Science/Pre-Veterinary Science at Cal Poly Pomona. I graduated from the University of California Davis, School of Veterinary Medicine and upon graduation, received the American Animal Hospital Association's Proficiency in Primary Care Award. I enjoy every aspect of general practice. In addition […]

So, you just got yourself a cute, cuddly, new kitten (or maybe you'll find one under the Christmas tree?) Congratulations! … now what? Taking your new pet to the vet can be overwhelming for you and your new kitty. As technicians and doctors, we have the job of taking their temperature and looking in their […]

We are so excited to announce Dr. Emily Lin, of Pinole Pet Hospital and Hercules Pet Clinic, came 3rd in the annual  Pets Best "My Vets the Best" Contest! (3rd IN THE ENTIRE COUNTRY!!!) Thank you for all your votes! The “My Vet’s the Best” contest recognizes outstanding veterinarians across the country, that have made a positive impact on their […]

Submit your photos by posting them directly to your hospitals Facebook page. Click on the links below: Alley Cat | California Pet | Disney Pet | Groveway | Hill's | Hercules Pet | Pinole Pet The contest starts today Monday, December 10th ,2018 and ends Monday, December 24th ,2018 at 12 noon. The winner will be […]

Dr. Emily Lin, of Pinole Pet Hospital and Hercules Pet Clinic, was just named a finalist for the Pets Best national “My Vet’s the Best” contest! The top-voted veterinarian wins $1,000 for animals who desperately need medical treatment. The “My Vet’s the Best” contest recognizes outstanding veterinarians across the country, that have made a positive impact […]

What are Senior Blood Screens? Just as we are recommended to have annual blood testing once we reach a certain age, so should our pets. Like in humans, as our pets age, they become increasingly at risk of various illnesses. It is especially important for our pets as they cannot tell us when they are […]

We all love our furry friends, the memories we’ve made with them, the time we’ve already shared. We look back fondly on the early days, the excitement of bringing a brand new pet home, naming it, and giving it all the love. Sadly, just like us, our furry friends get older, and with age comes […]

Helping Our Furry Friends Later In Life Thanks to the miracles of science and modern medicine, our senior pets are living longer than ever before. However, these advanced stages of life can present new issues for our pets. Most of which can be prevented or managed through frequent and thoughtful veterinary care. Today we will […]

Dogs and cats can have seizures just like humans. It is a scary occurrence that occasionally pet owners have to witness. In such situations, it is important to be able to recognize the signs of a seizure in order to make it as stress-free as possible for your furry friend. So what exactly causes seizures, […]

You can never be TOO prepared for an emergency of any kind. Whether it's an earthquake, rainstorm, fire... unfortunately, we see them all here in the Bay Area. We usually have an emergency kit put together for our human family but sometimes our furry family members get overlooked. Lately, there have been many national disasters occurring, […]

Summertime is a fun time for all families, including our pets! But it can also be a dangerous time if the heat is not taken into consideration. Heatstroke or Hyperthermia in pets is very common this time of year and should not be taken lightly. If a pets body temperature goes above 102.5 F degrees […]

Over the next 6 weeks, we will be bringing you a series of blogs on pet first aid. What you can do at home or in a park to potentially save your pets life in an emergency. What Is First Aid? Basically put, first aid is the initial help given to the sick until full […]

We believe that work experience is a very important part of a student’s learning. We also believe that working in summer can help reduce veterinary students mounting debt load! In providing students with real-life, in-hospital, hands-on experience they will gain invaluable skills and exposure to their chosen industry! Meet our Student! Name: Emily Castellanos Age: […]

We believe that work experience is a very important part of a student’s learning. We also believe that working in summer can help reduce veterinary students mounting debt load! In providing students with real-life, in-hospital, hands-on experience they will gain invaluable skills and exposure to their chosen industry! Meet our Student! Name: Maggie Prittie Age: […]

We believe that work experience is a very important part of a student’s learning. We also believe that working in summer can help reduce veterinary students mounting debt load! In providing students with real-life, in-hospital, hands-on experience they will gain invaluable skills and exposure to their chosen industry! Meet our Student! Name: Brenna Eikenbary Age: 19 Hometown: […]

Did you ever wonder, why does my dog keep scratching so much? Especially if your pet is on a good flea medication? Did you know your dog can suffer from allergies? If these allergies go untreated for long they can lead to more serious problems such as skin infections, ear infections, and decreased quality of […]

It is spring! Time for flowers, bees, butterflies, and, if you are unlucky, hay fever! Dogs don’t get hay fever like you or me, instead, they get a skin condition referred to as Atopic Dermatitis. What is Atopic Dermatitis? Atopic dermatitis (AD) is a chronic inflammation of the skin caused by environmental allergens. In dogs suffering […]