Vca La Riviera Animal Medical Center
Sacramento, California
General Info
Vca La Riviera Animal Medical Center in Sacramento implements a policy-based approach to the delivery of veterinary services through prioritization and balance of caregivers’ energies in California. Each visit requires paying attention to pacing, vocalization, posture and eyes, which are the building blocks for staff to monitor their approach. The health tests also include the examination of an animal’s hydration levels, coat condition, oral health, core strength, range of motion in their limbs and balance. Through the structured conversation, owner observations are collected, with recent social behavior, appetite variance, noise sensitivity, and sleep disruption as key factors. Vca La Riviera Animal Medical Center provides various diagnostic tests, preventive screening, dental work and minor procedures, post-operative support, and chronic condition monitoring. The number of pets in the house and caregiver time needed for emotional processing after difficult visits determine staging adjustments. Families can easily execute at-home based follow-ups without confusion through detailed instructions and diagrams. Schedules are flexible. Pet owners need to adjust the strategy in accordance with the progress of the animal. The optional check-ins and asynchronous updates ensure the treatment progresses but lower pressure. Printed summaries, communication tiering data, and the pain behavior maps determine what needs to be done next. Vca La Riviera Animal Medical Center provides veterinary services in Sacramento, California, in line with each household’s capacity by respecting signals of animals and realities of their caregivers at every interaction. The team offers the following services: Allergy Testing, Avian (Bird) Care, Behavioral Counseling, Bloodwork, Boarding. Clients consistently laud the practice because of the care and attention to detail they place on individual pet needs. Whether it is a regular checkup or a complicated surgery, you can rest assured that your pet will get elite care in the clinic’s serene and friendly environment. Advanced diagnostics and treatment options such as cardiology, dental care, dermatology, emergency care, and grooming are available on-site.
Services
Allergy Testing
Avian (Bird) Care
Behavioral Counseling
Bloodwork
Boarding
Cardiology
Dental Care
Dermatology
Emergency Care
Grooming
Homeopathy
In-House Pharmacy
Internal Medicine
Mobile Vet Services
Neurology
Nutritional Counseling
Ophthalmology
Prescription Medications
Puppy and Kitten Care
Telehealth
Vaccinations
Wellness Plans
Reviews
Daniel Diaz
9 Jun 2018
REPORT
Very great place! Super nice to my dog and they were very helpful for information. They have a lot of stuff to offer there as well. Will be my main place for my dogs! Call ahead though they can be ver...
Very great place! Super nice to my dog and they were very helpful for information. They have a lot of stuff to offer there as well. Will be my main place for my dogs! Call ahead though they can be very packed because a lot of people tend to go here.
stacey mcduffie
8 Jun 2018
REPORT
The lady's at the front desk are awesome and need a raise. Just the best place for my kitten.
Chuloferso
11 Apr 2018
REPORT
The technician was very helpful and She was able to handle both my dogs. In which one Is a very Big pitbull. She answered fany questions IVE had.
Cyanne Hansen
12 Mar 2018
REPORT
Really nice people. They take care of what is happening. They understand the way you feel.
Mayra Vega
8 Feb 2018
REPORT
I started going here 4 years ago when we first moved to Sacramento and we really enjoyed having them as our vet. However, their service has declined. Recently, getting a prescription has been difficul...
I started going here 4 years ago when we first moved to Sacramento and we really enjoyed having them as our vet. However, their service has declined. Recently, getting a prescription has been difficult. A couple months ago, I called and left a message to get a written prescription. Whoever listened to the voicemail didn't actually listen and thought I asked for the prescription to get filled. I had to call 4 times to get it straightened out and to finally get an update on my request. Every time I called, it was like I had to start all over. It seems like their staff don't communicate. Recently, I orders some meds online and one person told me they never received the faxed prescription request and when I called an hour later someone else told me the request was approved, signed by the vet and sent back.
Also, it seems like Dr. Rana herself doesn't listen. When I asked her for a quote for a tooth extraction, she came back with a quote over $1,000 for a whole teeth cleaning! We have a 13 year old dog and she has health problems. At this point, we just want to keep her comfortable and don't want to move forward with diagnosis because at this point, there is no point. She has arthritis, three lumps and a bad liver. Every time we get her blood work done, Dr. Rana wants to immediately schedule us for an ultrasound to diagnose her liver problems when we have repeatedly told her we are not moving forward with diagnosis.
Time to look for another vet.
N P
13 Jan 2018
REPORT
Pet was taken to a vca hospital after visiting here. That hospital was perplexed by the tests run and said next time go to 65th street instead.
Joseph Morones
16 Nov 2017
REPORT
A WASTE OF TIME !!! - lousy service, only 1 vet Doctor. Dr say's i will fill prescription it will be here for you to pick up. go back next day, prescription isn't filled and nothing in the file. ask ...
A WASTE OF TIME !!! - lousy service, only 1 vet Doctor. Dr say's i will fill prescription it will be here for you to pick up. go back next day, prescription isn't filled and nothing in the file. ask the same young girl to talk to the Dr. the next day and call me when filled. NOT DONE. i call again next day Dr is not in again, i ask what can be done to fill the script? Do i need to go somewhere else? oh well that's your choice. then calls me ten minutes later saying you have an appt for tomorrow. what the hell!! I WILL GO SOMEWHERE ELSE, WHERE SERVICE IS PROVIDED !!!
Rachell Miller
22 Mar 2017
REPORT
By far the best vet I have taken my 2 dogs to. I have tried others, but these guys take the time and get to know you. If your going through a hardship they will help you some way or another. They sav...
By far the best vet I have taken my 2 dogs to. I have tried others, but these guys take the time and get to know you. If your going through a hardship they will help you some way or another. They saved my dog Cooter who was near death and they saved his life. Great staff, great vets.
J Ngo
22 Nov 2016
REPORT
Friendly honest service and their hours are great. Would come back again.
Lindsay Neider-Cummings
29 Jun 2016
REPORT
A year ago I needed to put my old kitty down because she was really sick and suffering. It was a Sunday too. They were able to get us in right away. When we got there we were put into a room for our p...
A year ago I needed to put my old kitty down because she was really sick and suffering. It was a Sunday too. They were able to get us in right away. When we got there we were put into a room for our privacy. They were Very understanding and respectful to my girl. I really appreciated everything that they did for us. The only thing is that I wish that I would have kept her collar. They were not able to find it either after looking all through the office. I have recommended them to others that live in the area.
Caitlin Boswell
8 Apr 2016
REPORT
The staff here must be magic! We have a rambunctious 10-month-old Australian shepherd, Ralphie. This morning, we took him to our [ex-]regular vet to get his bordetella vaccine, but left without the va...
The staff here must be magic! We have a rambunctious 10-month-old Australian shepherd, Ralphie. This morning, we took him to our [ex-]regular vet to get his bordetella vaccine, but left without the vaccine because apparently their entire staff couldn't handle him. This afternoon, we took him to La Riviera Animal Medical Center to get his bordetella vaccine, and ONE vet tech was able to give him the vaccine by herself! This place will now be our regular vet!
Beth Conklin
7 Aug 2014
REPORT
This clinic sold me an EMPTY bottle of very expensive hormone medication that I give to my dog monthly. When I called to tell them so, they doubted my story, questioned my integrity, and basically di...
This clinic sold me an EMPTY bottle of very expensive hormone medication that I give to my dog monthly. When I called to tell them so, they doubted my story, questioned my integrity, and basically did all but call me a liar. They told me that it was their policy that I would have to pay for another refill. I explained to them that the refill I paid over $190.00 for in early July (and which I hadn't ever opened until last night) was totally empty and had the words "in house" written on the bottle, they still told me that I would have to pay for a new refill, casting doubt on my story. I had to drive to the clinic with the empty bottle and prove it to them before the manager acquiesced and refilled my prescription at no cost. There was never any kind of explanation or apology, and initially they told me that there was no way it could have been a mistake on their parts because of their double-checking of prescriptions that go out. I told them that I would not be doing business with them again, and even at that comment, I got no response from the manager besides a nasty look. It's sad because I've been doing business with this vet for over 30 years. I will not go back there.
Pete Connelly
22 Oct 2013
REPORT
Good Vet care here ...I have two large breed dogs and two cats and have been bringing them to La Riviera Animal Med Cntr, I have no complaints at all. The staff are friendly, and the vet is amazing....
Good Vet care here ...I have two large breed dogs and two cats and have been bringing them to La Riviera Animal Med Cntr, I have no complaints at all. The staff are friendly, and the vet is amazing. They are always very punctual and I cannot remember EVER waiting for any longer than 10 minutes to be seen. Last year, one of my cats was mauled on the day I was going out of town. The staff was very accommodating as I arranged to have a family member pay for the services and pick up the cat. Two thumbs up in my world for La Riviera Pet Med Ctr !!!!
Natalie Y
8 Apr 2013
REPORT
I got my puppy from a guy who was getting rid of them. I loved her to pieces, then a week after getting her she started to get really sick, wouldn't eat, or drink. I brought her into this place and tu...
I got my puppy from a guy who was getting rid of them. I loved her to pieces, then a week after getting her she started to get really sick, wouldn't eat, or drink. I brought her into this place and turns out she had parvo. They worked with our tight budget and for $200.00 we got a few shots in her and an IV bag that I took home and had to place in her twice a day. She did get better and is now a happy healthy dog. The point is this place is good. Just very VERY expensive. It's over $300 to get my mother in-laws 80 pound dog fixed. I only went here because it was life or death for my little girl, but I won't be going back.
A Google User
8 Jul 2011
REPORT
My girlfriend and I have taken our pets here (1 dog, 3 cats, several of our different pet rats) to be seen for various ailments and finally had enough of the crappy service from the staff. The doctor ...
My girlfriend and I have taken our pets here (1 dog, 3 cats, several of our different pet rats) to be seen for various ailments and finally had enough of the crappy service from the staff. The doctor we usually see, Dr. Pazzi, has always been very nice to us and our pets but she has unfortunately hired a bunch of pricks as assistants. One woman in particular, an older woman who seems like a burned-out R.E.O. Speedwagon groupie, is particularly rude to us and is not the least bit helpful.
Our dog gets a rash on inner thighs occasionally. We took her there and they did a skin culture and gave us antibiotics to help heal her thighs. The antibiotics ran out before the rash had disappeared. We paid for a second dose, which seemed to do the trick. A few weeks later, her rash reappeared. When we called to get a third dose, they told us we would have to pay for another office visit, culture and more antibiotics. After a little debate, they gave us more of the antibiotics.
Recently, we hoped to get a prescription through this vet hospital for more heartworm medicine so that we could send it in to an online site that would fill it for us. Our dog was adopted from the SPCA, was given a heartworm test there, and it came back negative. We've had her on Sentinel since then. Long story short, they vet wouldn't fill the Rx, even after showing them proof, and they were incredibly rude about it. This was after different staff members told us that it wouldn't be a problem to give us the Rx.
DO NOT GO TO THIS VET HOSPITAL. THEY ONLY SEEM TO BE CONCERNED ABOUT MONEY!!!
newbootgoofin
22 Apr 2009
REPORT
This place was terrible! The doctor was condescending and didn't take my dog's condition seriously at all and make a bigger deal out of the fact that she's a few pounds overweight than that she could ...
This place was terrible! The doctor was condescending and didn't take my dog's condition seriously at all and make a bigger deal out of the fact that she's a few pounds overweight than that she could hardly breath and her heart beats a mile a minute and could hardly sleep. I took her to another vet a couple weeks later and it turns out that my dog has a serious heart problem and needs a lot of help, medication, and maybe surgery. Waiting this long hasn't helped because the moron doctor's cavalier attitude to my dog's condition put me more at ease. I thought "Well, god, if she's more concerned about my dog's weight than her heart then it can't be as bad as I'm thinking it is." She had no idea what she was talking about! The other vet took one listen to her heart and was quite concerned. The woman at La Riviera was like "Yeah, she's got a bit of a murmur, bit of an arrythmia, you might want an ECG sometime." Avoid this place and go somewhere that actually care more about your pet and don't treat you like you're getting a tune up on your car rather than treating a member of your family. The doctor is a total moron.
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FAQs
Where is Vca La Riviera Animal Medical Center located?
Vca La Riviera Animal Medical Center is located at 8732 La Riviera Dr, Sacramento, California 95826. It's easily accessible to pet owners in the Sacramento area and surrounding communities.
What time does Vca La Riviera Animal Medical Center open and close each day?
Vca La Riviera Animal Medical Center is open Monday 08:00 AM - 18:00 PM, Tuesday 08:00 AM - 18:00 PM, Wednesday 08:00 AM - 18:00 PM, Thursday 08:00 AM - 18:00 PM, Friday 08:00 AM - 18:00 PM. They are closed on Saturdays. They are closed on Sundays.
How can I book an appointment at Vca La Riviera Animal Medical Center?
You can book an appointment online with Vca La Riviera Animal Medical Center via our website. Simply click the 'Book an Appointment' button on their profile or use TopVet’s online scheduling. Alternatively, you can call the clinic at to schedule a visit.
What services does Vca La Riviera Animal Medical Center offer?
Vca La Riviera Animal Medical Center in Sacramento offers a range of veterinary services, including Allergy Testing, Avian (Bird) Care, Behavioral Counseling, Bloodwork, Boarding. From routine wellness exams and vaccinations to surgeries and diagnostics, they provide comprehensive care for your pets.
Does Vca La Riviera Animal Medical Center offer vaccinations for pets?
Yes, Vca La Riviera Animal Medical Center provides pet vaccination services. They offer core vaccinations for dogs and cats (like rabies, distemper, parvovirus, etc.) as well as any recommended booster shots. You can schedule your pet's vaccines during normal appointment hours at their Sacramento clinic.
Does Vca La Riviera Animal Medical Center offer pet dental care?
Absolutely. Vca La Riviera Animal Medical Center offers pet dental care services, including teeth cleanings, dental exams, and treatment of dental issues for cats and dogs. Regular dental care is part of their preventive services to keep your pet healthy.
Can I get my pet groomed at Vca La Riviera Animal Medical Center?
Vca La Riviera Animal Medical Center does offer pet grooming services in addition to medical care. You can have your dog or cat groomed (bathing, nail trims, etc.) by their professional grooming team. It’s convenient to get veterinary care and grooming in one place in Sacramento.
Does Vca La Riviera Animal Medical Center provide boarding or kennel services?
Yes, Vca La Riviera Animal Medical Center has boarding facilities for pets. They can board your cat or dog in a safe, comfortable environment when you’re away. It’s advisable to book in advance, especially during holidays, as space can be limited.
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Monday
Mon
8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Tuesday
Tue
8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Wednesday
Wed
8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Thursday
Thu
8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Friday
Fri
8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
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Vca La Riviera Animal Medical Center
Sacramento, California
8732 La Riviera Dr
Sacramento California 95826
General Info
Vca La Riviera Animal Medical Center in Sacramento implements a policy-based approach to the delivery of veterinary services through prioritization and balance of caregivers’ energies in California. Each visit requires paying attention to pacing, vocalization, posture and eyes, which are the building blocks for staff to monitor their approach. The health tests also include the examination of an animal’s hydration levels, coat condition, oral health, core strength, range of motion in their limbs and balance. Through the structured conversation, owner observations are collected, with recent social behavior, appetite variance, noise sensitivity, and sleep disruption as key factors. Vca La Riviera Animal Medical Center provides various diagnostic tests, preventive screening, dental work and minor procedures, post-operative support, and chronic condition monitoring. The number of pets in the house and caregiver time needed for emotional processing after difficult visits determine staging adjustments. Families can easily execute at-home based follow-ups without confusion through detailed instructions and diagrams. Schedules are flexible. Pet owners need to adjust the strategy in accordance with the progress of the animal. The optional check-ins and asynchronous updates ensure the treatment progresses but lower pressure. Printed summaries, communication tiering data, and the pain behavior maps determine what needs to be done next. Vca La Riviera Animal Medical Center provides veterinary services in Sacramento, California, in line with each household’s capacity by respecting signals of animals and realities of their caregivers at every interaction. The team offers the following services: Allergy Testing, Avian (Bird) Care, Behavioral Counseling, Bloodwork, Boarding. Clients consistently laud the practice because of the care and attention to detail they place on individual pet needs. Whether it is a regular checkup or a complicated surgery, you can rest assured that your pet will get elite care in the clinic’s serene and friendly environment. Advanced diagnostics and treatment options such as cardiology, dental care, dermatology, emergency care, and grooming are available on-site.
Business Hours
Monday
08:00AM-18:00PM
Tuesday
08:00AM-18:00PM
Wednesday
08:00AM-18:00PM
Thursday
08:00AM-18:00PM
Friday
08:00AM-18:00PM
Popular Hours
6a
12p
6p
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Services
Allergy Testing
Avian (Bird) Care
Behavioral Counseling
Bloodwork
Boarding
Cardiology
Dental Care
Dermatology
Emergency Care
Grooming
Homeopathy
In-House Pharmacy
Internal Medicine
Mobile Vet Services
Neurology
Nutritional Counseling
Ophthalmology
Prescription Medications
Puppy and Kitten Care
Telehealth
Vaccinations
Wellness Plans
Reviews
Daniel Diaz
9 Jun 2018
Very great place! Super nice to my dog and they were very helpful for information. They have a lot of stuff to offer there as well. Will be my main place for my dogs! Call ahead though they can be ver...
Very great place! Super nice to my dog and they were very helpful for information. They have a lot of stuff to offer there as well. Will be my main place for my dogs! Call ahead though they can be very packed because a lot of people tend to go here.
stacey mcduffie
8 Jun 2018
The lady's at the front desk are awesome and need a raise. Just the best place for my kitten.
Chuloferso
11 Apr 2018
The technician was very helpful and She was able to handle both my dogs. In which one Is a very Big pitbull. She answered fany questions IVE had.
Cyanne Hansen
12 Mar 2018
Really nice people. They take care of what is happening. They understand the way you feel.
Mayra Vega
8 Feb 2018
I started going here 4 years ago when we first moved to Sacramento and we really enjoyed having them as our vet. However, their service has declined. Recently, getting a prescription has been difficul...
I started going here 4 years ago when we first moved to Sacramento and we really enjoyed having them as our vet. However, their service has declined. Recently, getting a prescription has been difficult. A couple months ago, I called and left a message to get a written prescription. Whoever listened to the voicemail didn't actually listen and thought I asked for the prescription to get filled. I had to call 4 times to get it straightened out and to finally get an update on my request. Every time I called, it was like I had to start all over. It seems like their staff don't communicate. Recently, I orders some meds online and one person told me they never received the faxed prescription request and when I called an hour later someone else told me the request was approved, signed by the vet and sent back.
Also, it seems like Dr. Rana herself doesn't listen. When I asked her for a quote for a tooth extraction, she came back with a quote over $1,000 for a whole teeth cleaning! We have a 13 year old dog and she has health problems. At this point, we just want to keep her comfortable and don't want to move forward with diagnosis because at this point, there is no point. She has arthritis, three lumps and a bad liver. Every time we get her blood work done, Dr. Rana wants to immediately schedule us for an ultrasound to diagnose her liver problems when we have repeatedly told her we are not moving forward with diagnosis.
Time to look for another vet.
N P
13 Jan 2018
Pet was taken to a vca hospital after visiting here. That hospital was perplexed by the tests run and said next time go to 65th street instead.
Joseph Morones
16 Nov 2017
A WASTE OF TIME !!! - lousy service, only 1 vet Doctor. Dr say's i will fill prescription it will be here for you to pick up. go back next day, prescription isn't filled and nothing in the file. ask ...
A WASTE OF TIME !!! - lousy service, only 1 vet Doctor. Dr say's i will fill prescription it will be here for you to pick up. go back next day, prescription isn't filled and nothing in the file. ask the same young girl to talk to the Dr. the next day and call me when filled. NOT DONE. i call again next day Dr is not in again, i ask what can be done to fill the script? Do i need to go somewhere else? oh well that's your choice. then calls me ten minutes later saying you have an appt for tomorrow. what the hell!! I WILL GO SOMEWHERE ELSE, WHERE SERVICE IS PROVIDED !!!
Rachell Miller
22 Mar 2017
By far the best vet I have taken my 2 dogs to. I have tried others, but these guys take the time and get to know you. If your going through a hardship they will help you some way or another. They sav...
By far the best vet I have taken my 2 dogs to. I have tried others, but these guys take the time and get to know you. If your going through a hardship they will help you some way or another. They saved my dog Cooter who was near death and they saved his life. Great staff, great vets.
J Ngo
22 Nov 2016
Friendly honest service and their hours are great. Would come back again.
Lindsay Neider-Cummings
29 Jun 2016
A year ago I needed to put my old kitty down because she was really sick and suffering. It was a Sunday too. They were able to get us in right away. When we got there we were put into a room for our p...
A year ago I needed to put my old kitty down because she was really sick and suffering. It was a Sunday too. They were able to get us in right away. When we got there we were put into a room for our privacy. They were Very understanding and respectful to my girl. I really appreciated everything that they did for us. The only thing is that I wish that I would have kept her collar. They were not able to find it either after looking all through the office. I have recommended them to others that live in the area.
Caitlin Boswell
8 Apr 2016
The staff here must be magic! We have a rambunctious 10-month-old Australian shepherd, Ralphie. This morning, we took him to our [ex-]regular vet to get his bordetella vaccine, but left without the va...
The staff here must be magic! We have a rambunctious 10-month-old Australian shepherd, Ralphie. This morning, we took him to our [ex-]regular vet to get his bordetella vaccine, but left without the vaccine because apparently their entire staff couldn't handle him. This afternoon, we took him to La Riviera Animal Medical Center to get his bordetella vaccine, and ONE vet tech was able to give him the vaccine by herself! This place will now be our regular vet!
Beth Conklin
7 Aug 2014
This clinic sold me an EMPTY bottle of very expensive hormone medication that I give to my dog monthly. When I called to tell them so, they doubted my story, questioned my integrity, and basically di...
This clinic sold me an EMPTY bottle of very expensive hormone medication that I give to my dog monthly. When I called to tell them so, they doubted my story, questioned my integrity, and basically did all but call me a liar. They told me that it was their policy that I would have to pay for another refill. I explained to them that the refill I paid over $190.00 for in early July (and which I hadn't ever opened until last night) was totally empty and had the words "in house" written on the bottle, they still told me that I would have to pay for a new refill, casting doubt on my story. I had to drive to the clinic with the empty bottle and prove it to them before the manager acquiesced and refilled my prescription at no cost. There was never any kind of explanation or apology, and initially they told me that there was no way it could have been a mistake on their parts because of their double-checking of prescriptions that go out. I told them that I would not be doing business with them again, and even at that comment, I got no response from the manager besides a nasty look. It's sad because I've been doing business with this vet for over 30 years. I will not go back there.
Pete Connelly
22 Oct 2013
Good Vet care here ...I have two large breed dogs and two cats and have been bringing them to La Riviera Animal Med Cntr, I have no complaints at all. The staff are friendly, and the vet is amazing....
Good Vet care here ...I have two large breed dogs and two cats and have been bringing them to La Riviera Animal Med Cntr, I have no complaints at all. The staff are friendly, and the vet is amazing. They are always very punctual and I cannot remember EVER waiting for any longer than 10 minutes to be seen. Last year, one of my cats was mauled on the day I was going out of town. The staff was very accommodating as I arranged to have a family member pay for the services and pick up the cat. Two thumbs up in my world for La Riviera Pet Med Ctr !!!!
Natalie Y
8 Apr 2013
I got my puppy from a guy who was getting rid of them. I loved her to pieces, then a week after getting her she started to get really sick, wouldn't eat, or drink. I brought her into this place and tu...
I got my puppy from a guy who was getting rid of them. I loved her to pieces, then a week after getting her she started to get really sick, wouldn't eat, or drink. I brought her into this place and turns out she had parvo. They worked with our tight budget and for $200.00 we got a few shots in her and an IV bag that I took home and had to place in her twice a day. She did get better and is now a happy healthy dog. The point is this place is good. Just very VERY expensive. It's over $300 to get my mother in-laws 80 pound dog fixed. I only went here because it was life or death for my little girl, but I won't be going back.
A Google User
8 Jul 2011
My girlfriend and I have taken our pets here (1 dog, 3 cats, several of our different pet rats) to be seen for various ailments and finally had enough of the crappy service from the staff. The doctor ...
My girlfriend and I have taken our pets here (1 dog, 3 cats, several of our different pet rats) to be seen for various ailments and finally had enough of the crappy service from the staff. The doctor we usually see, Dr. Pazzi, has always been very nice to us and our pets but she has unfortunately hired a bunch of pricks as assistants. One woman in particular, an older woman who seems like a burned-out R.E.O. Speedwagon groupie, is particularly rude to us and is not the least bit helpful.
Our dog gets a rash on inner thighs occasionally. We took her there and they did a skin culture and gave us antibiotics to help heal her thighs. The antibiotics ran out before the rash had disappeared. We paid for a second dose, which seemed to do the trick. A few weeks later, her rash reappeared. When we called to get a third dose, they told us we would have to pay for another office visit, culture and more antibiotics. After a little debate, they gave us more of the antibiotics.
Recently, we hoped to get a prescription through this vet hospital for more heartworm medicine so that we could send it in to an online site that would fill it for us. Our dog was adopted from the SPCA, was given a heartworm test there, and it came back negative. We've had her on Sentinel since then. Long story short, they vet wouldn't fill the Rx, even after showing them proof, and they were incredibly rude about it. This was after different staff members told us that it wouldn't be a problem to give us the Rx.
DO NOT GO TO THIS VET HOSPITAL. THEY ONLY SEEM TO BE CONCERNED ABOUT MONEY!!!
newbootgoofin
22 Apr 2009
This place was terrible! The doctor was condescending and didn't take my dog's condition seriously at all and make a bigger deal out of the fact that she's a few pounds overweight than that she could ...
This place was terrible! The doctor was condescending and didn't take my dog's condition seriously at all and make a bigger deal out of the fact that she's a few pounds overweight than that she could hardly breath and her heart beats a mile a minute and could hardly sleep. I took her to another vet a couple weeks later and it turns out that my dog has a serious heart problem and needs a lot of help, medication, and maybe surgery. Waiting this long hasn't helped because the moron doctor's cavalier attitude to my dog's condition put me more at ease. I thought "Well, god, if she's more concerned about my dog's weight than her heart then it can't be as bad as I'm thinking it is." She had no idea what she was talking about! The other vet took one listen to her heart and was quite concerned. The woman at La Riviera was like "Yeah, she's got a bit of a murmur, bit of an arrythmia, you might want an ECG sometime." Avoid this place and go somewhere that actually care more about your pet and don't treat you like you're getting a tune up on your car rather than treating a member of your family. The doctor is a total moron.
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FAQs
Where is Vca La Riviera Animal Medical Center located?
Vca La Riviera Animal Medical Center is located at 8732 La Riviera Dr, Sacramento, California 95826. It's easily accessible to pet owners in the Sacramento area and surrounding communities.
What time does Vca La Riviera Animal Medical Center open and close each day?
Vca La Riviera Animal Medical Center is open Monday 08:00 AM - 18:00 PM, Tuesday 08:00 AM - 18:00 PM, Wednesday 08:00 AM - 18:00 PM, Thursday 08:00 AM - 18:00 PM, Friday 08:00 AM - 18:00 PM. They are closed on Saturdays. They are closed on Sundays.
How can I book an appointment at Vca La Riviera Animal Medical Center?
You can book an appointment online with Vca La Riviera Animal Medical Center via our website. Simply click the 'Book an Appointment' button on their profile or use TopVet’s online scheduling. Alternatively, you can call the clinic at to schedule a visit.
What services does Vca La Riviera Animal Medical Center offer?
Vca La Riviera Animal Medical Center in Sacramento offers a range of veterinary services, including Allergy Testing, Avian (Bird) Care, Behavioral Counseling, Bloodwork, Boarding. From routine wellness exams and vaccinations to surgeries and diagnostics, they provide comprehensive care for your pets.
Does Vca La Riviera Animal Medical Center offer vaccinations for pets?
Yes, Vca La Riviera Animal Medical Center provides pet vaccination services. They offer core vaccinations for dogs and cats (like rabies, distemper, parvovirus, etc.) as well as any recommended booster shots. You can schedule your pet's vaccines during normal appointment hours at their Sacramento clinic.
Does Vca La Riviera Animal Medical Center offer pet dental care?
Absolutely. Vca La Riviera Animal Medical Center offers pet dental care services, including teeth cleanings, dental exams, and treatment of dental issues for cats and dogs. Regular dental care is part of their preventive services to keep your pet healthy.
Can I get my pet groomed at Vca La Riviera Animal Medical Center?
Vca La Riviera Animal Medical Center does offer pet grooming services in addition to medical care. You can have your dog or cat groomed (bathing, nail trims, etc.) by their professional grooming team. It’s convenient to get veterinary care and grooming in one place in Sacramento.
Does Vca La Riviera Animal Medical Center provide boarding or kennel services?
Yes, Vca La Riviera Animal Medical Center has boarding facilities for pets. They can board your cat or dog in a safe, comfortable environment when you’re away. It’s advisable to book in advance, especially during holidays, as space can be limited.
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