18 Reviews

Tail Wag Inn Veterinary Hospital

Oakley, California
General Info
Dr. Lorie is a licensed Doctor of Veterinary Medicine by the University of California, Davis, and is fluent in both English and Spanish.
We treat dogs, cats, birds, rabbits, cows, miniature horses, goats, sheep, pigs, snakes, reptiles and other exotic animals.
This is a family hospital, we know every pet is unique and special. Dr. Lorie and staff look forward to getting to know you and your companion.
Tail Wag Inn is a country resort for the vacationing pet.
Gentle, caring, carefully screened and trained staff will pamper your pet. Kennels are overseen by Tail Wag Inn Veterinary Hospital for added safety and health of your pets.
Contact us for more information on boarding your pet.
Reviews
Ron Balajadia
19 May 2018
REPORT
Tail Wag Inn is a great place. I had reserved for my dog to stay at another kennel however my dog developed a skin allergy right before we were going on our trip and the kennel said they could not tak... Read More
Tail Wag Inn is a great place. I had reserved for my dog to stay at another kennel however my dog developed a skin allergy right before we were going on our trip and the kennel said they could not take a chance on my dog staying there because he may be contagious even when my dogs vet said he wasnt. So last minute I called Tail Wag Inn they called my dogs vet had the vet fax over his records and they accomadated my dog. Turns out my dog wasnt contagious. From now on I will be using Tail Wag whenever I and the family go out of town and my dog Domo needs a kennel. Staff is very friendly and it helps that it is a pet hospital too just in case something happens. The place is nice and clean and from what I saw the Kennel has AC just in case your pets stay during the summer months. As far as price Ive only used one other kennel for Domo to stay in it was a little cheaper or comparable to the other inn but not by much. But for the service that Tail Wag Inn gave me its was/is worth it. Read Less
Jan St. Onge
12 May 2018
REPORT
Dr. Lorie is the best! She called us one day 13 1/2 years ago to tell us about a very special puppy who was found in the street and dropped off in her care. We were rescued by this precious Aussie-She... Read More
Dr. Lorie is the best! She called us one day 13 1/2 years ago to tell us about a very special puppy who was found in the street and dropped off in her care. We were rescued by this precious Aussie-Sherpherd/Duck toller mix puppy, Sienna, who has cared for us and stolen our hearts. An amazing matchmaker, Bless you and Thank You, Dr. Jane. With love, Jan & Gene & Sienna Read Less
Fabulash Fuentes
15 Mar 2018
REPORT
Best vet around! A little far out but love the family atmosphere.
Gilbert Fuentes
22 Feb 2018
REPORT
This hospital takes care of your pet like their own. The Dr even came in on a Sunday to give my dog a pain shot.
Kathryn Terry
20 Feb 2018
REPORT
Gentle caring knowledgeable people working there.
linda alves
13 Feb 2018
REPORT
Great Dr very nice staff
Tom Rogers
1 Dec 2017
REPORT
I have a 16 year old dog named Happy who was attacked by a wolf he fought bravely but the wolf overpowered him and he suffered much injury the tail wag in has saved Happy's life several times they are... Read More
I have a 16 year old dog named Happy who was attacked by a wolf he fought bravely but the wolf overpowered him and he suffered much injury the tail wag in has saved Happy's life several times they are extremely caring individual's and highly competent and professional. Read Less
Cody H.
23 May 2017
REPORT
Never have I ever wanted to smack a veterinarian across the face in my life. But the vet here has pushed me to the edge of it. When we first came for the convenience of it being near our house we were... Read More
Never have I ever wanted to smack a veterinarian across the face in my life. But the vet here has pushed me to the edge of it. When we first came for the convenience of it being near our house we were quite happy, our puppy had gotten all of his shots here and then once he got to maybe 2 years old ( had not needed any shots until this point ) we brought him back and what did we get? Attitude about how he was still in tact ( had testicles ) and for each and every one of the following visits we got attitude from lorie. From majority of the staff there is one severely nice nurse there but other than that I am highly disappointed with this vet. They are there for the money, not for the health of your pet. And it was readily apparent when hey wanted to do 7 x-rays week after week, test after test ( 2 of which they lost and charged us to do them again )And when we asked about oxygen to help our chihuahua( our second dog we brought there)  breathe easier we were treated by her yelling, and I mean yelling at my mother about how we would be better off putting him down and after that appointment my mom was in tears because she was being yelled at while our dog was dying and we were asking for a way to help him. So all in all if you enjoy horrible service, an attitude filled veterinarian, being charged for countless unneeded tests and procedures then this is the place for you. I only hope that you look at these reviews before you go to tail wag inn  just because it's close. Read Less
fatima perez
7 May 2017
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J.F. Scott MacLeod
11 Feb 2017
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BzyMoM Far East Bay CA
2 Feb 2017
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Dr.J. Lorie was able to see my sick young cat within the hour i called. The staff, janie, arlene & rosanna did 3 follow up calls in the next week to check how my cat was recovering. She offers exams, ... Read More
Dr.J. Lorie was able to see my sick young cat within the hour i called. The staff, janie, arlene & rosanna did 3 follow up calls in the next week to check how my cat was recovering. She offers exams, xrays, medinces, emergency surgery. Vacation borading for dogs & cats. They are a little bit more in cost i think than other vets, but, if you didn't have health insurance- how much would your dr visit be? Read Less
Kari W.
17 Jan 2017
REPORT
Meh. Not the worst care but not the best. The staff is very nice however the vet has horrible patient care. She spends most of her time looking at the computer, barely touches the patient (a doggie in... Read More
Meh. Not the worst care but not the best. The staff is very nice however the vet has horrible patient care. She spends most of her time looking at the computer, barely touches the patient (a doggie in our case) and cannot answer a single question - she ponds them off on her staff. When I arrived it looked like we were the only ones there but she was 20 minutes late for our appointment. When she asked questions it seems like she is judging your answers. My dog did get decent treatment from what I can tell, but I am not sure I'll go back just because of the vet's poor attitude. PS. They can be very pushy with unnecessary tests. Read Less
Laura Z.
9 Dec 2016
REPORT
What a wonderful place.  I almost hate to share it because I don't want anyone else to discover this off-the-beaten path gem of a vet clinic...
Laura Fenton
27 Sep 2016
REPORT
I would just like to say that the staff of Tail Wag Inn and Dr. Lorie make my Frisky's visit to the vet so wonderful. They took excellent care of my boy when he had surgery to remove a mass from his ... Read More
I would just like to say that the staff of Tail Wag Inn and Dr. Lorie make my Frisky's visit to the vet so wonderful. They took excellent care of my boy when he had surgery to remove a mass from his head. My little boy received so much love and attention. I would recommend Tail Wag to anyone that needed a referral to a terrific vet. Beyond 5 stars in my book. Read Less
Shannon F.
19 Jul 2016
REPORT
We love Tail Wag Inn/VET clinic. We board our dog their when we go in vacation and they are also our dogs vetinarian. The staff is always friendly, the office is very nice and clean inside and our dog... Read More
We love Tail Wag Inn/VET clinic. We board our dog their when we go in vacation and they are also our dogs vetinarian. The staff is always friendly, the office is very nice and clean inside and our dog is happy there. We are happy to have a nice place so close to our house. Read Less
Monique C.
5 Jun 2016
REPORT
NEVER take your pet to Tail Wag Inn in Oakley. I have never had so much trouble with a vet. She charged me for unnecessary things and charged me for something I told her I didn't want her to do to my ... Read More
NEVER take your pet to Tail Wag Inn in Oakley. I have never had so much trouble with a vet. She charged me for unnecessary things and charged me for something I told her I didn't want her to do to my dog. At 2 she said my dogs ear procedure would be done by 3:30 and when my mom went to pick him up, they hadn't even started on him. He wasn't done until 4:30 and I was on my way back to Oakley from Pittsburg fighting traffic. I called and said that I was going to be there 5-10 minutes after 5 when they close. They said I could get my dog back that day but since I was going to be there a few minutes after 5, they were going to charge me with an overnight fee. No way am I going to pay an overnight fee for being 5 minutes late. The vet made me feel like it was my fault that my dog got an ear infection but I'm constantly cleaning his ears because he's been through this before and I hate seeing him in pain. Also she charged me for vaccinations I did not want them to do because he had already had his vaccinations done at another vets office. She said they didn't have the vaccinations on file so they gave him the shots WITHOUT my consent. I had to repeat myself over and over to her like she wasn't listening to me. Please, please, please don't go to this vet if you truly care about the well being of your pet. Read Less
Javissj1 TL
29 Mar 2016
REPORT
Overall a great veterinary, had a friendly environment , was fast and efficient when i took my pup here. Highly recommended for all pets.
D N.
18 Jul 2015
REPORT
After reading all the reviews I totally see what everyone means about the vet having an attitude.If your animals do not have shots she will ask you over and over "so no shots?" "This whole time you've... Read More
After reading all the reviews I totally see what everyone means about the vet having an attitude.If your animals do not have shots she will ask you over and over "so no shots?" "This whole time you've had her/him, no shots?" Yes I 100% agree your animal should have shots but sometimes that doesn't always happen. I think saving a dog from going to a shelter and not getting shots right away is okay. Anyway I think she means well but can be a little bit rude. I haven't had any other problems with this place and for the things I have came for it seems fairly priced compared to other vets in the area. If you have the money to spend and want the absolute best for your animals you might be better going somewhere else. I think this Dr knows what she's doing and if your on a budget I recommend tail wag inn. Read Less
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4901 Bethel Island Road
Oakley California 94561
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Monday
Mon
08:00AM-17:00PM
Tuesday
Tue
08:00AM-17:00PM
Wednesday
Wed
08:00AM-17:00PM
Thursday
Thu
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Friday
Fri
08:00AM-17:00PM
Saturday
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Tail Wag Inn Veterinary Hospital

Oakley, California
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4901 Bethel Island Road
Oakley California 94561
Dr. Lorie is a licensed Doctor of Veterinary Medicine by the University of California, Davis, and is fluent in both English and Spanish.
We treat dogs, cats, birds, rabbits, cows, miniature horses, goats, sheep, pigs, snakes, reptiles and other exotic animals.
This is a family hospital, we know every pet is unique and special. Dr. Lorie and staff look forward to getting to know you and your companion.
Tail Wag Inn is a country resort for the vacationing pet.
Gentle, caring, carefully screened and trained staff will pamper your pet. Kennels are overseen by Tail Wag Inn Veterinary Hospital for added safety and health of your pets.
Contact us for more information on boarding your pet.
Monday
08:00AM-17:00PM
Tuesday
08:00AM-17:00PM
Wednesday
08:00AM-17:00PM
Thursday
08:00AM-17:00PM
Friday
08:00AM-17:00PM
Saturday
09:00AM-12:00PM
Ron Balajadia
19 May 2018
REPORT
Tail Wag Inn is a great place. I had reserved for my dog to stay at another kennel however my dog developed a skin allergy right before we were going on our trip and the kennel said they could not tak... Read More
Tail Wag Inn is a great place. I had reserved for my dog to stay at another kennel however my dog developed a skin allergy right before we were going on our trip and the kennel said they could not take a chance on my dog staying there because he may be contagious even when my dogs vet said he wasnt. So last minute I called Tail Wag Inn they called my dogs vet had the vet fax over his records and they accomadated my dog. Turns out my dog wasnt contagious. From now on I will be using Tail Wag whenever I and the family go out of town and my dog Domo needs a kennel. Staff is very friendly and it helps that it is a pet hospital too just in case something happens. The place is nice and clean and from what I saw the Kennel has AC just in case your pets stay during the summer months. As far as price Ive only used one other kennel for Domo to stay in it was a little cheaper or comparable to the other inn but not by much. But for the service that Tail Wag Inn gave me its was/is worth it. Read Less
Jan St. Onge
12 May 2018
REPORT
Dr. Lorie is the best! She called us one day 13 1/2 years ago to tell us about a very special puppy who was found in the street and dropped off in her care. We were rescued by this precious Aussie-She... Read More
Dr. Lorie is the best! She called us one day 13 1/2 years ago to tell us about a very special puppy who was found in the street and dropped off in her care. We were rescued by this precious Aussie-Sherpherd/Duck toller mix puppy, Sienna, who has cared for us and stolen our hearts. An amazing matchmaker, Bless you and Thank You, Dr. Jane. With love, Jan & Gene & Sienna Read Less
Fabulash Fuentes
15 Mar 2018
REPORT
Best vet around! A little far out but love the family atmosphere.
Gilbert Fuentes
22 Feb 2018
REPORT
This hospital takes care of your pet like their own. The Dr even came in on a Sunday to give my dog a pain shot.
Kathryn Terry
20 Feb 2018
REPORT
Gentle caring knowledgeable people working there.
linda alves
13 Feb 2018
REPORT
Great Dr very nice staff
Tom Rogers
1 Dec 2017
REPORT
I have a 16 year old dog named Happy who was attacked by a wolf he fought bravely but the wolf overpowered him and he suffered much injury the tail wag in has saved Happy's life several times they are... Read More
I have a 16 year old dog named Happy who was attacked by a wolf he fought bravely but the wolf overpowered him and he suffered much injury the tail wag in has saved Happy's life several times they are extremely caring individual's and highly competent and professional. Read Less
Cody H.
23 May 2017
REPORT
Never have I ever wanted to smack a veterinarian across the face in my life. But the vet here has pushed me to the edge of it. When we first came for the convenience of it being near our house we were... Read More
Never have I ever wanted to smack a veterinarian across the face in my life. But the vet here has pushed me to the edge of it. When we first came for the convenience of it being near our house we were quite happy, our puppy had gotten all of his shots here and then once he got to maybe 2 years old ( had not needed any shots until this point ) we brought him back and what did we get? Attitude about how he was still in tact ( had testicles ) and for each and every one of the following visits we got attitude from lorie. From majority of the staff there is one severely nice nurse there but other than that I am highly disappointed with this vet. They are there for the money, not for the health of your pet. And it was readily apparent when hey wanted to do 7 x-rays week after week, test after test ( 2 of which they lost and charged us to do them again )And when we asked about oxygen to help our chihuahua( our second dog we brought there)  breathe easier we were treated by her yelling, and I mean yelling at my mother about how we would be better off putting him down and after that appointment my mom was in tears because she was being yelled at while our dog was dying and we were asking for a way to help him. So all in all if you enjoy horrible service, an attitude filled veterinarian, being charged for countless unneeded tests and procedures then this is the place for you. I only hope that you look at these reviews before you go to tail wag inn  just because it's close. Read Less
fatima perez
7 May 2017
REPORT
J.F. Scott MacLeod
11 Feb 2017
REPORT
BzyMoM Far East Bay CA
2 Feb 2017
REPORT
Dr.J. Lorie was able to see my sick young cat within the hour i called. The staff, janie, arlene & rosanna did 3 follow up calls in the next week to check how my cat was recovering. She offers exams, ... Read More
Dr.J. Lorie was able to see my sick young cat within the hour i called. The staff, janie, arlene & rosanna did 3 follow up calls in the next week to check how my cat was recovering. She offers exams, xrays, medinces, emergency surgery. Vacation borading for dogs & cats. They are a little bit more in cost i think than other vets, but, if you didn't have health insurance- how much would your dr visit be? Read Less
Kari W.
17 Jan 2017
REPORT
Meh. Not the worst care but not the best. The staff is very nice however the vet has horrible patient care. She spends most of her time looking at the computer, barely touches the patient (a doggie in... Read More
Meh. Not the worst care but not the best. The staff is very nice however the vet has horrible patient care. She spends most of her time looking at the computer, barely touches the patient (a doggie in our case) and cannot answer a single question - she ponds them off on her staff. When I arrived it looked like we were the only ones there but she was 20 minutes late for our appointment. When she asked questions it seems like she is judging your answers. My dog did get decent treatment from what I can tell, but I am not sure I'll go back just because of the vet's poor attitude. PS. They can be very pushy with unnecessary tests. Read Less
Laura Z.
9 Dec 2016
REPORT
What a wonderful place.  I almost hate to share it because I don't want anyone else to discover this off-the-beaten path gem of a vet clinic...
Laura Fenton
27 Sep 2016
REPORT
I would just like to say that the staff of Tail Wag Inn and Dr. Lorie make my Frisky's visit to the vet so wonderful. They took excellent care of my boy when he had surgery to remove a mass from his ... Read More
I would just like to say that the staff of Tail Wag Inn and Dr. Lorie make my Frisky's visit to the vet so wonderful. They took excellent care of my boy when he had surgery to remove a mass from his head. My little boy received so much love and attention. I would recommend Tail Wag to anyone that needed a referral to a terrific vet. Beyond 5 stars in my book. Read Less
Shannon F.
19 Jul 2016
REPORT
We love Tail Wag Inn/VET clinic. We board our dog their when we go in vacation and they are also our dogs vetinarian. The staff is always friendly, the office is very nice and clean inside and our dog... Read More
We love Tail Wag Inn/VET clinic. We board our dog their when we go in vacation and they are also our dogs vetinarian. The staff is always friendly, the office is very nice and clean inside and our dog is happy there. We are happy to have a nice place so close to our house. Read Less
Monique C.
5 Jun 2016
REPORT
NEVER take your pet to Tail Wag Inn in Oakley. I have never had so much trouble with a vet. She charged me for unnecessary things and charged me for something I told her I didn't want her to do to my ... Read More
NEVER take your pet to Tail Wag Inn in Oakley. I have never had so much trouble with a vet. She charged me for unnecessary things and charged me for something I told her I didn't want her to do to my dog. At 2 she said my dogs ear procedure would be done by 3:30 and when my mom went to pick him up, they hadn't even started on him. He wasn't done until 4:30 and I was on my way back to Oakley from Pittsburg fighting traffic. I called and said that I was going to be there 5-10 minutes after 5 when they close. They said I could get my dog back that day but since I was going to be there a few minutes after 5, they were going to charge me with an overnight fee. No way am I going to pay an overnight fee for being 5 minutes late. The vet made me feel like it was my fault that my dog got an ear infection but I'm constantly cleaning his ears because he's been through this before and I hate seeing him in pain. Also she charged me for vaccinations I did not want them to do because he had already had his vaccinations done at another vets office. She said they didn't have the vaccinations on file so they gave him the shots WITHOUT my consent. I had to repeat myself over and over to her like she wasn't listening to me. Please, please, please don't go to this vet if you truly care about the well being of your pet. Read Less
Javissj1 TL
29 Mar 2016
REPORT
Overall a great veterinary, had a friendly environment , was fast and efficient when i took my pup here. Highly recommended for all pets.
D N.
18 Jul 2015
REPORT
After reading all the reviews I totally see what everyone means about the vet having an attitude.If your animals do not have shots she will ask you over and over "so no shots?" "This whole time you've... Read More
After reading all the reviews I totally see what everyone means about the vet having an attitude.If your animals do not have shots she will ask you over and over "so no shots?" "This whole time you've had her/him, no shots?" Yes I 100% agree your animal should have shots but sometimes that doesn't always happen. I think saving a dog from going to a shelter and not getting shots right away is okay. Anyway I think she means well but can be a little bit rude. I haven't had any other problems with this place and for the things I have came for it seems fairly priced compared to other vets in the area. If you have the money to spend and want the absolute best for your animals you might be better going somewhere else. I think this Dr knows what she's doing and if your on a budget I recommend tail wag inn. Read Less
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