Harbor Veterinary Hospital
Santa Cruz, California
General Info
The veterinary appointments at Harbor Veterinary Hospital in Santa Cruz demonstrate more than medical precision—they embody organizational stability along with tranquility and assurance developed through consistent, transparent communication. Each appointment starts with a conversation about any alterations in energy levels daily routines or observable behaviors. The clinical exam involves a comprehensive head-to-tail assessment that includes heart and lung function evaluation alongside joint flexibility tests and dental status checks as well as skin and coat condition inspections. Staff members verbalize their observations to build transparency while helping pet owners understand subtle health changes. Harbor Veterinary Hospital delivers comprehensive veterinary services that encompass wellness examinations diagnostic procedures surgical planning and chronic disease management. Healthcare approaches often involve allergy support combined with gastrointestinal management alongside parasite prevention while addressing arthritic pain and recovery needs. Every issue receives tiered solutions which enable clients to make decisions based on their available resources and schedules. Pet owners obtain handwritten directions alongside scheduled follow-up appointments and digital summaries after every visit. These tools enable effortless coordination among caregivers while monitoring symptoms and preparing for upcoming milestones. The clinic's record management and appointment scheduling systems deliver streamlined service for families with numerous pets. Harbor Veterinary Hospital delivers a consistent veterinary experience to clients in Santa Cruz and across California. Patients experience enhanced health outcomes while their bonds with healthcare providers strengthen through each appointment.
Team
Kerrin Hoban
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Reviews
augie alfaro
27 Jun 2018
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Very nice people with the best animal care. Dr. Abraham is always thorough and informative. Not only that but my little Hannah loves going there.
Noe Huante
22 Jun 2018
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Really great service. All staffing has been great and extremely nice and well mannered. You can see the true passion, love and care for the animals. Highly recommend.
Mara Cullen
15 May 2018
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Our new vet! Very smart lady! She certainly has a fantastic way with unruly pups! Wow!
Diane K
4 May 2018
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These guys are great. They really care about their patients and family. Top notch vets!
pete kinkead
24 Apr 2018
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Very friendly, good vets that obviously love what they do and don't treat their work like a burden. They're happy to see you and your pet
Julie Byrd
14 Mar 2018
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They treat my babies like the precious kids that they are! Thanks Harbor for loving my fur-babies!
Shera Stimmer
3 Mar 2018
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We love this place. Efficient and friendly
Courtney Wilson
2 Mar 2018
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Dr. Abraham is the best! Been going to her for nearly 13 years!
Normand Brunelle
28 Feb 2018
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Great location and even better people, very caring.
Richard Mark
8 Dec 2017
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Three knowledgeable vets who are very caring and spend all the time necessary to deal with your pet's needs. You can depend on what they say. Parking lot can be full at times but I usually am able to...
Three knowledgeable vets who are very caring and spend all the time necessary to deal with your pet's needs. You can depend on what they say. Parking lot can be full at times but I usually am able to find a space fairly quickly.
Dave Maurice
16 Sep 2017
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I would and do recommend harbor vet and Dr. Kawano
To anyone seeking excellent pet care. The staff is friendly and helpful.
Connie Troupe
29 Aug 2017
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The healing Goddesses; Kerrin Hoban DVM, Inez Kawano DVM and Tammy Abraham DVM, have been taking care of our fur kids for over 20 years now. Dale Ockerman, my life partner and I, love you guys and...
The healing Goddesses; Kerrin Hoban DVM, Inez Kawano DVM and Tammy Abraham DVM, have been taking care of our fur kids for over 20 years now. Dale Ockerman, my life partner and I, love you guys and all your staff, with both our hearts. Thankyou for saving our Dude today, Dr. Hoban, he loves his new styling ride too. XOXO
Roger Brown
12 May 2017
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Caring , efficient , and friendly to both pets and their families.
Phillip Frandler
3 May 2017
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The very best! Never had an issue. Treat the boys very well. Priced very reasonable.
Keelin McCormick
12 Mar 2017
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Best veterinary in town! My dog has been seeing Dr. Kawano since 2000, won't go anywhere else, all the staff are extremely caring and attentive.
Mark Bedford
18 Dec 2016
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Dr. Tammy Abraham is very thorough, caring and friendly. Great rapport with my pooch. All the staff are consistently helpful and friendly too.
Keith Harmon
13 Dec 2016
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Professional experience and excellent care for my pets
Laura M.
17 Nov 2016
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I love this place! Great Vet's here and nice workers. I have been taking my pets here for the last 10 years and love it! They have such a great vast amount of information to help with all the proble...
I love this place! Great Vet's here and nice workers. I have been taking my pets here for the last 10 years and love it! They have such a great vast amount of information to help with all the problems my kitties have run into.
Wendy C.
17 Oct 2016
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I'm so happy to have found Dr. Abraham and Harbor veterinary clinic! I have three rescue pugs that have a few problems and my old vet was taking me straight to the poorhouse. Not only is Dr. Abraham k...
I'm so happy to have found Dr. Abraham and Harbor veterinary clinic! I have three rescue pugs that have a few problems and my old vet was taking me straight to the poorhouse. Not only is Dr. Abraham kind, considerate, and the best vet ever, the rates are very affordable and fair.
Amy Chambers
24 Sep 2016
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I had a wonderful experience with the staff from making the appointment to walking out the door. Reception was friendly, veterinarian was very informative but not opinionated about how I should raise...
I had a wonderful experience with the staff from making the appointment to walking out the door. Reception was friendly, veterinarian was very informative but not opinionated about how I should raise my cat. They are truly there for the well being of your pet, not for profit.
John Gerhardt
8 Sep 2016
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Dr. Kerrin Hoban is knowledgeable, thoughtful, and thorough. She really cares about her patients.
Ingrid Glomboske Stevison
14 Aug 2016
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I have been bringing my pets to Dr. Hoban, Dr Bowerman, Dr Kowano, since 1995. They are very helpful, knowledge, and reasonably priced. I wouldn't want to just take my pets to any vet, this place ...
I have been bringing my pets to Dr. Hoban, Dr Bowerman, Dr Kowano, since 1995. They are very helpful, knowledge, and reasonably priced. I wouldn't want to just take my pets to any vet, this place is the best!!!!
Anna R.
11 Aug 2016
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Dr. Abraham is the best!!!! My fiancé I have been taking my two cats to her, and she is amazing! She takes the time to examine them from head to toe. She checks their ears, eyes, skin, teeth, tummy...
Dr. Abraham is the best!!!! My fiancé I have been taking my two cats to her, and she is amazing! She takes the time to examine them from head to toe. She checks their ears, eyes, skin, teeth, tummy, heart, everything. She really listens to your concerns, explains the diagnosis, and gives you her opinion, but then also gives you options. She treats both animals and humans with patience, compassion and respect. She is so good with animals, you can tell that it is a passion. I was very impressed with her bed-side manner with my kitties. She is gentle and warm with them, treating them like family, instead of science experiments. Dr. Abraham is a vet that we could really trust. It was obvious that our kitties' health and well-being was more important to Dr. Abraham than recommending unnecessary invasive and expensive treatments. I cannot recommend Dr. Abraham, and the nice staff at Harbor Veterinary Hospital enough!
Francisco Chavez
6 Aug 2016
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Andy Lucas
23 Jun 2016
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Hands down the best Veterinarian in Santa Cruz county.
Dorie Melville
15 Jun 2016
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Dr. Abraham and Dr. Kawano and their staff ROCK!!! They help our pups (young and old) stay healthy and happy year after year. Thanks Harbor Veterinary for all you do!
Annette Allen
14 Jun 2016
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Dr. Hoban has been our family vet since 2007. She is truly a great vet and has an unparalleled love for animals!She has a wonderful, warm and friendly staff. We will never go anywhere else!
Holly Angell
13 Mar 2016
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Shannon A.
13 Feb 2016
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I went to Harbor Veterinary Hospital (with a lot of stress/anxiety) for a second opinion after visiting another local vet twice. I am grateful for Dr. Hoban's conservative approach to diagnosing my ca...
I went to Harbor Veterinary Hospital (with a lot of stress/anxiety) for a second opinion after visiting another local vet twice. I am grateful for Dr. Hoban's conservative approach to diagnosing my cat's condition; many other vets in town offer lots of dubious "alternative" treatments that I don't trust at all. The exam and treatment costs were very reasonable and Dr. Hoban and her staff were friendly and gentle with my cat. I walked out of Harbor Veterinary Hospital feeling a lot less stressed and hopeful that my cat's condition would improve after Dr. Hoban's treatment.
Donna Jean Brown
30 Dec 2015
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We have followed Dr. Hoban for many years. We had a most excellent consultation today. My daughter Roxie Brown is traveling to Washington DC with her cat. I appreciate the time Dr. Hoban took with my...
We have followed Dr. Hoban for many years. We had a most excellent consultation today. My daughter Roxie Brown is traveling to Washington DC with her cat. I appreciate the time Dr. Hoban took with my daughter and her cat. Expert advice and several clever tips for the trip. Thanks Dr. Hoban.
Courtney W.
30 Nov 2015
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Dr. Abraham saved my 11 year old pup, Lucky. From the moment we adopted him, she alerted us of his heart murmur and how it could potentially shorten his life span. A few months ago, he went into conge...
Dr. Abraham saved my 11 year old pup, Lucky. From the moment we adopted him, she alerted us of his heart murmur and how it could potentially shorten his life span. A few months ago, he went into congenital heart failure. Devastated, we went to her for advice. She was excellent at providing a plan fit for my whole family and was super kind, considerate, and practical. Along with this, she is soooo patient with crazy, concerned pet parents (hehe, like me!) and will go out of her way to calm our worries (no matter how little/silly). Dr. Abraham really, truly cares for her patients and their families. I highly, HIGHLY recommend Dr. Abraham to any pet parent wanting the BEST care for their animals. Despite what skeptics may think of doctors, not all of them are out for your wallet, and with Dr. Abraham it shows. She genuinely cares, and her patients and their families thrive from it. Hell, I made a darn yelp account solely so I could give her praise for all she has done for our family.
Heidi S.
28 Aug 2015
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I wish I could give this place more stars!!! I got recommended to Dr. Abraham several months back from several different ppl/neighbors, when we first got my new pup (Labrador Retriever). We've been tw...
I wish I could give this place more stars!!! I got recommended to Dr. Abraham several months back from several different ppl/neighbors, when we first got my new pup (Labrador Retriever). We've been twice so far, once with an initial check up appointment that lasts a full hr and another time they got me in last minute same day appt for a limp. Both times I was SUPER IMPRESSED with service, care, the time they take!!!, explanation, etc. I couldn't be more happy, I feel very lucky I found this place & Dr. Abraham! Prices are reasonable, you won't ever be sold on anything, & will be given all your options for you to make the decision that best fits your family. THANK YOU HARBOR VET, now I pray that Dr. Abraham never retires so we can use her for yrs to come. Ps. my dog also loves & feels very comfortable around Dr. Abraham!
Brandon H.
2 Aug 2015
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After calling around to most of the animal clinics in Santa Cruz to get my cat's tape worms treated I called Harbor. While they couldn't see him that day they recommended that I get the over the count...
After calling around to most of the animal clinics in Santa Cruz to get my cat's tape worms treated I called Harbor. While they couldn't see him that day they recommended that I get the over the counter worm treatment from the pet supply store. This bit of advice saved me a lot of time and money. Thank you!
Victoria L. Nobles
1 Aug 2015
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We absolutely LOVE this veterinary hospital. They provide thoughtful, attentive, and loving care to our cat and two dogs. The staff are approachable, knowledgeable, and eager to help animals feel heal...
We absolutely LOVE this veterinary hospital. They provide thoughtful, attentive, and loving care to our cat and two dogs. The staff are approachable, knowledgeable, and eager to help animals feel healthy and happy. We are beyond pleased with the service we've received at Harbor!
Meredith Watterson
1 Jul 2015
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Dr. Kawano has been our vet for the past 13 years. She takes care of all of our pets like they are her own. She even provides advice for our other farm animals. We wouldn't go anywhere else.
Meredith Schmitz
1 Jul 2015
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Dr. Kawano has been our vet for the past 13 years. She takes care of all of our pets like they are her own. She even provides advice for our other farm animals. We wouldn't go anywhere else.
Josefa Molina
30 Jun 2015
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Dr. Hoban has taken such thorough care of our dogs. The staff is friendly and my pup lives all the attention she gets when she comes in.
Lisa L.
6 Feb 2015
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Dr. Abraham is a fantastic vet that truly cares for the animals she is caring for. I am VERY picky about the vet I take my little pup too. Dr. Abraham never seemed rushed and really took the time to...
Dr. Abraham is a fantastic vet that truly cares for the animals she is caring for. I am VERY picky about the vet I take my little pup too. Dr. Abraham never seemed rushed and really took the time to get to know both me and my dog. She didn't push certain procedures or recommendations on me but rather laid out my options, told me what she would recommend, and then let me make my decision. I also felt that Harbor Veterinary Hosp had reasonable prices for both office visits and procedures. Thank you Harbor vet for treating my dog like a family member - not a means to make money. 5 stars for sure!
Shirley Treanor
13 Jun 2014
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Dr. Hoban was the most wonderful vet for my little Rocko. She helped him through so many challenges. She's one of the best Vets I've ever met. She saved Rocko's life, more than once. I absolutely can'...
Dr. Hoban was the most wonderful vet for my little Rocko. She helped him through so many challenges. She's one of the best Vets I've ever met. She saved Rocko's life, more than once. I absolutely can't thank her enough for always being there. I feel she's part of my family. :-)
Ms. X.
9 Apr 2014
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When I took my cats to other local Veterinarians, I always felt like they always trying to sell me something. I always felt like they cared more about the sale than my pet's health. While I am happy ...
When I took my cats to other local Veterinarians, I always felt like they always trying to sell me something. I always felt like they cared more about the sale than my pet's health. While I am happy to do whatever it takes to keep my pets healthy, I don't like to feel that my love of my animals is being taken advantage of. At Harbor Veterinary Hospital, it is completely different! When I brought my kitties to see Dr. Abraham, she was attentive, caring and knowledgeable. I really felt like she was treating my cats like they were her own! She went over and explained all options of care, without pushing unnecessary and costly procedures. She was very trustworthy and considerate, and took the time to talk to me and answer every single one of my questions. I found out that many of the procedures and supplements that were recommended by my old Vet, were unnecessary for my young cats. When I got the bill, it was a fraction of the cost of my old Vet.I would recommend Dr. Abraham to anyone who loves their pets, and wants a trustworthy and reliable Veterinarian!
Carol Stephen
8 Mar 2014
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Dr. Abraham, thank you for your thoughtful comments and for giving us such carefully considered scenarios. I left feeling well armed with information. I am VERY impressed. Thank you again!
Terry M.
6 Oct 2013
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The front office staff is very helpful and all very knowledgeable. Dr Abraham is wonderful, she spends time and listens. I am a minimalist with vaccines after one of my dogs nearly died from a vaccine...
The front office staff is very helpful and all very knowledgeable. Dr Abraham is wonderful, she spends time and listens. I am a minimalist with vaccines after one of my dogs nearly died from a vaccine reaction, and she was very considerate and understanding and is not pushy about it. I have trusted her with 3 surgeries on different dogs and the outcomes have all been excellent. Dr Koban is also excellent. She is extremely competent and when it comes to complex issues I feel she really thinks critically and carefully.
c. c.
22 Sep 2012
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Dr. Hoban and Dr. Bowerman have been our family's vets for 19 years. They cared for our two cats - that lived to be 14 and 18 years old - and were compassionate caregivers. We now have two 2 year ol...
Dr. Hoban and Dr. Bowerman have been our family's vets for 19 years. They cared for our two cats - that lived to be 14 and 18 years old - and were compassionate caregivers. We now have two 2 year old cats and an 8 year old dog, and did not hesitate to take them to Harbor Vet Hospital after their adoptions. When I took in our then 5-month-old puppy from the shelter to meet Dr. Hoban, not only did she examine him, but she demonstrated how to groom his long coat, and told me I had a good dog, a sweetheart. It was nice to be reassured that we'd made a good choice for our family.Over the years, we've dealt with pet cancer, various issues that go along with senior cats, dog surgery, and a broken dog leg. HVH is top notch, as are the members of their office staff. When our dog had surgery to remove a benign lump on his side, one vet tech actually climbed into his crate with him to offer post-op comfort. WE know he's a big, lovable snuggler (90 lb.), but it felt wonderful to know that they recognized that about him, too. Needless to say, he has absolutely no problem going to the vet - treats and affection! It's all good!
Lily L.
21 Sep 2012
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This was my first time coming to this office. I went it in to get my puppy her second round of vaccines with Dr.Hoben. The desk and staff were super friendly and helpful. When we saw Dr. Hoben, I real...
This was my first time coming to this office. I went it in to get my puppy her second round of vaccines with Dr.Hoben. The desk and staff were super friendly and helpful. When we saw Dr. Hoben, I really appreciated her taking the time and energy to really chat and not rush through our appointment. The problem I did have was how pushy she got with the vaccines. I was told over and over by the breeder and other people owning the same breed not to get a certain shot and just get 3 rounds of the booster. This is what worked for us with our first dog. I told this to the desk, the dr's assistant and the doctor and was still pressured. I was happy to listen to her reasons and experience but after saying no again, she seemed defensive and didn't like me asking questions. I was just trying to educate myself and feel comfortable with what she wanted to inject in my puppy. My puppy also doesn't have worms and she brought in the deworming even after saying again that we just wanted the 3 boosters, period. I ended up caving and letting her give my puppy the deworming. I would have rather done a poop sample first to show her the puppy was worm free rather then give her something she didn't need. I just felt like she was up selling every vaccine. I never felt this way going to our other vet.This office seems to have a good reputation so I've scheduled our next appt with a different doctor to give it a second chance. I will update after that appt.
Lexe B.
12 May 2012
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I moved to SC a year ago and since then took my animals (now 2 dogs and a cat) to Dr.Hoban. She and her staff are so nice with our animals (and us too, lol) I completely trust her and she listens and ...
I moved to SC a year ago and since then took my animals (now 2 dogs and a cat) to Dr.Hoban. She and her staff are so nice with our animals (and us too, lol) I completely trust her and she listens and explains with so much passion. She takes excellent care of animals (one of our dogs turns 18 !!!) I can only recommend that clinic.
Tanya B.
18 Dec 2011
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I have been taking my two cats to Harbor Vet since 2006 and have been extremely happy with their care and services. My one cat is a constant trouble-maker and as a result, I have had to take him in to...
I have been taking my two cats to Harbor Vet since 2006 and have been extremely happy with their care and services. My one cat is a constant trouble-maker and as a result, I have had to take him in to Harbor Vet regularly. They are so kind and compassionate with him and have provided fantastic advice on how to curb his ramblings.I have since moved further away from Harbor Vet but am still taking my kitty there. I love Dr. Abraham who only works part-time. She has gotten to know my pets intimately and as such, continues to give them (what I feel is) special care. I also have seen Dr. Kuwano. I trust Harbor Vet and will continue to have them as my primary pet provider.
Jack B.
15 Dec 2011
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New to the area, we depended on the kindness of Yelp. We liked that there were no late night horror stories and the one bad review wasn't really that bad. Our dog was acting a listless and shaking. I ...
New to the area, we depended on the kindness of Yelp. We liked that there were no late night horror stories and the one bad review wasn't really that bad. Our dog was acting a listless and shaking. I called and although they didn't take walk in, the agreed to take him at a certain time if I paid the emergency rate. The emergency rate was lower than most other vets standard office visit minimum, so I didn't have an issue, and it wasn't that much more than a standard visit. I appreciated when they saw my dog, Dr. Abraham took her time to diagnose the issue. She really worked well to gain a relationship withour dog and to check for symptoms. The doctor gave her diagnosis and gave me multiple options from the least expensive to X-Ray and MRI, but felt it was probably sufficient to start with the lower end and gave me alternatives there as well. We decided to treat with medicine first and that seems to be doing the trick. They also checked records with our prior vet and offerred vaccinations with a call ahead where we would not be charged with an office visit. They also called the next day to follow up.I found it very comforting that they put that much effort into the issue with low pressure to do expensive tests and procedures. It looks like Lucky is doing much better.
Kayla S.
8 Nov 2011
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I love Harbor Veterinary Hospital. My puppy has been seeing Dr. Kawano and we love her. She is well educated, and answers every question I have. She is very caring to my little pup and makes her feel ...
I love Harbor Veterinary Hospital. My puppy has been seeing Dr. Kawano and we love her. She is well educated, and answers every question I have. She is very caring to my little pup and makes her feel comfortable. The staff up front are also very friendly and easy going. It's never a hassle bringing my puppy to the vet and I love that!
Gabriel L.
17 Oct 2011
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I cannot say enough about the staff (particularly the doctors) at Harbor Veterinary Hospital. We were unlucky enough to have one of our cats diagnosed with feline diabetes and then, about a month late...
I cannot say enough about the staff (particularly the doctors) at Harbor Veterinary Hospital. We were unlucky enough to have one of our cats diagnosed with feline diabetes and then, about a month later, have the other get hit by a car. Through both ordeals the doctors spent so much time with us, helping us through the pain and confusion. Dr. Abraham suggested an aggressive insulin treatment in conjunction with a dramatic dietary shift to attempt to "turn" our diabetic cat's pancreas back on--after less than a month, it worked!!! We no longer have to do insulin shots and Tanner is now doing fine (and looking a lot slimmer on an all meat diet). Dr. Abraham spent considerable time, off the clock, talking us through the procedures we needed to follow and holding our hand through the hard time. One recent morning we found our other cat suffering shock and having trouble moving so we rushed him to Harbor just when they opened. Dr. Kawano was incredibly compassionate to him and to our situation (financial limitations) and took the time to really care for us and for our severely injured cat. We were losing hope and thinking the worst (of putting him down) and she encouraged us to give him constant care and more time. She showed us how to care for him at home and, thankfully, he's nearly perfect again! I can't say that I've had the best past experiences with veterinary care, in general. The doctors at Harbor Vet have shown me that there are some Vets out there that have stayed true to their primary concern--caring for animals--not just making money. We really appreciate Harbor Vet--and so do our cats, Tanner and Indy. They've earned our business through their actions.
Leilani W.
31 Jul 2011
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I'm a fan of Dr. Hoban at Harbor Vet. Dr. Hoban has been my family pet doctor of choice for 19 years. She has been so in-sync with my animals - I appreciate her so much.I had a rottweiler that was a B...
I'm a fan of Dr. Hoban at Harbor Vet. Dr. Hoban has been my family pet doctor of choice for 19 years. She has been so in-sync with my animals - I appreciate her so much.I had a rottweiler that was a BELOVED member of my family. She got very sick and I was so appreciative of Dr. Hoban's attentiveness - I swear, she treated my wonderful dog as if it were her own. It AMAZED me to watch a doctor, with tons of other patients to take care of, show so much care and concern for me and my dog. Dr. Hoban was a caring and knowledgeable professional all the way through that horribly sad time. When the dreaded day came that my dog died, the doctor was compassionate, understanding and gentle. Couldn't have asked for more!I know and trust Dr. Bowerman as well. She is excellent too! - very personable, knowledgeable and wonderful!Thank The Good Lord For Dr. Hoban and Dr. Bowerman!I've had 4 dogs under their care and referrred many many people to them.
J. G.
19 May 2011
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I was very disappointed after years of this clinic being a great place to find horrendous lapses in communication and procedure (and I cannot get into details about here). During those years I saw a l...
I was very disappointed after years of this clinic being a great place to find horrendous lapses in communication and procedure (and I cannot get into details about here). During those years I saw a large amount of turn over in the front office and did not get along with Dr. Hoban because she disliked me asking questions about treatment and having my own input on treatment of MY dogs so I found it hard to continue my relationship since I had to see her when my usual vet was unavailable. I left for another vet when she retired and returned to Harbor. Well turns out returning was not such a great idea since that return ended up with a ton of mistakes and horrible communication. Sad very sad.To top it all off when I wanted to pay for another clients rescue dogs treatment - when my name was mentioned they refused to see the dog all together. It's an old rescue dog for goodness sake. Don't vets take an oath also?
Response from Harbor Veterinary Hospital
23 Jun 2018
It is true that we are sometimes unable to provide care for an individual's animals. The CA Veterinary Medical Practice Act requires all veterinarians to maintain a professional relationship called the VCPR with the client who is the owner of the animal (or with their agent with permission of the owner.) Without that professional relationship a veterinarian is not permitted by law to diagnose or treat the pet. One of the requirements of the VCPR (Veterinarian-Client-Patient Relationship) is that the client agrees to follow the veterinarian's advice. We work with clients every day to provide options for them that they are comfortable with but if the client cannot follow any of the advice we give them then the client has terminated the VCPR and we cannot continue to treat the animal.
Mark B.
5 Oct 2010
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Dr. Abraham was most thoughtful, patient and gentle while caring for our cats. She always took the time to put the cats at ease and never seemed in a rush. She was also especially caring and considera...
Dr. Abraham was most thoughtful, patient and gentle while caring for our cats. She always took the time to put the cats at ease and never seemed in a rush. She was also especially caring and considerate when we recently had to put one of them to sleep. We highly recommend her.
owance
28 Mar 2007
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I am from the east coast. I have relatives in Soquel, Ca. My aunt has a dog. She is so pleased with her. She gives her an excellent services. It makes me want her to care for my cats. I heard she...
I am from the east coast. I have relatives in Soquel, Ca. My aunt has a dog. She is so pleased with her. She gives her an excellent services. It makes me want her to care for my cats. I heard she is an excellent vet. It is good for all pet lovers.
wut
20 Nov 2005
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Dr. Kawano has been my cat's Vet since I moved to CA in 1999. At our first visit, rather than forcing my cat onto the cold stainless table initially, she pet him softly and started the exam on the f...
Dr. Kawano has been my cat's Vet since I moved to CA in 1999. At our first visit, rather than forcing my cat onto the cold stainless table initially, she pet him softly and started the exam on the floor at his level where he felt more comfortable. I immediately felt she would be a great Vet by this simple gesture. She is knowledgeable and I trust that she has my animals' well-beings in mind. She will give you all of the options for treatment, not just the one that is the most expensive, but the ones that may fit into your beliefs or budget. She or a member of her staff ALWAYS call to follow up after an unexpected visit to her. I've referred several of my friends to her. There are so many good things to say about her and Harbor Vet.
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General Info
The veterinary appointments at Harbor Veterinary Hospital in Santa Cruz demonstrate more than medical precision—they embody organizational stability along with tranquility and assurance developed through consistent, transparent communication. Each appointment starts with a conversation about any alterations in energy levels daily routines or observable behaviors. The clinical exam involves a comprehensive head-to-tail assessment that includes heart and lung function evaluation alongside joint flexibility tests and dental status checks as well as skin and coat condition inspections. Staff members verbalize their observations to build transparency while helping pet owners understand subtle health changes. Harbor Veterinary Hospital delivers comprehensive veterinary services that encompass wellness examinations diagnostic procedures surgical planning and chronic disease management. Healthcare approaches often involve allergy support combined with gastrointestinal management alongside parasite prevention while addressing arthritic pain and recovery needs. Every issue receives tiered solutions which enable clients to make decisions based on their available resources and schedules. Pet owners obtain handwritten directions alongside scheduled follow-up appointments and digital summaries after every visit. These tools enable effortless coordination among caregivers while monitoring symptoms and preparing for upcoming milestones. The clinic's record management and appointment scheduling systems deliver streamlined service for families with numerous pets. Harbor Veterinary Hospital delivers a consistent veterinary experience to clients in Santa Cruz and across California. Patients experience enhanced health outcomes while their bonds with healthcare providers strengthen through each appointment.
Business Hours
Monday
07:30AM-18:00PM
Tuesday
07:30AM-18:00PM
Wednesday
07:30AM-18:00PM
Thursday
07:30AM-18:00PM
Friday
07:30AM-18:00PM
Saturday
08:00AM-14:00PM
Popular Hours
6a
12p
6p
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Services
Allergies
Anaesthesiology
Dental
Dermatology
Deworming
Euthanasia
Genetic Disease Testing
Laboratory
Microchipping
Neurology
Radiology (X-Rays)
Surgery
Titer Testing
Vaccinations
Team
Kerrin Hoban
Veterinarian
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Reviews
augie alfaro
27 Jun 2018
Very nice people with the best animal care. Dr. Abraham is always thorough and informative. Not only that but my little Hannah loves going there.
Noe Huante
22 Jun 2018
Really great service. All staffing has been great and extremely nice and well mannered. You can see the true passion, love and care for the animals. Highly recommend.
Mara Cullen
15 May 2018
Our new vet! Very smart lady! She certainly has a fantastic way with unruly pups! Wow!
Diane K
4 May 2018
These guys are great. They really care about their patients and family. Top notch vets!
pete kinkead
24 Apr 2018
Very friendly, good vets that obviously love what they do and don't treat their work like a burden. They're happy to see you and your pet
Julie Byrd
14 Mar 2018
They treat my babies like the precious kids that they are! Thanks Harbor for loving my fur-babies!
Shera Stimmer
3 Mar 2018
We love this place. Efficient and friendly
Courtney Wilson
2 Mar 2018
Dr. Abraham is the best! Been going to her for nearly 13 years!
Normand Brunelle
28 Feb 2018
Great location and even better people, very caring.
Richard Mark
8 Dec 2017
Three knowledgeable vets who are very caring and spend all the time necessary to deal with your pet's needs. You can depend on what they say. Parking lot can be full at times but I usually am able to...
Three knowledgeable vets who are very caring and spend all the time necessary to deal with your pet's needs. You can depend on what they say. Parking lot can be full at times but I usually am able to find a space fairly quickly.
Dave Maurice
16 Sep 2017
I would and do recommend harbor vet and Dr. Kawano
To anyone seeking excellent pet care. The staff is friendly and helpful.
Connie Troupe
29 Aug 2017
The healing Goddesses; Kerrin Hoban DVM, Inez Kawano DVM and Tammy Abraham DVM, have been taking care of our fur kids for over 20 years now. Dale Ockerman, my life partner and I, love you guys and...
The healing Goddesses; Kerrin Hoban DVM, Inez Kawano DVM and Tammy Abraham DVM, have been taking care of our fur kids for over 20 years now. Dale Ockerman, my life partner and I, love you guys and all your staff, with both our hearts. Thankyou for saving our Dude today, Dr. Hoban, he loves his new styling ride too. XOXO
Roger Brown
12 May 2017
Caring , efficient , and friendly to both pets and their families.
Phillip Frandler
3 May 2017
The very best! Never had an issue. Treat the boys very well. Priced very reasonable.
Keelin McCormick
12 Mar 2017
Best veterinary in town! My dog has been seeing Dr. Kawano since 2000, won't go anywhere else, all the staff are extremely caring and attentive.
Mark Bedford
18 Dec 2016
Dr. Tammy Abraham is very thorough, caring and friendly. Great rapport with my pooch. All the staff are consistently helpful and friendly too.
Keith Harmon
13 Dec 2016
Professional experience and excellent care for my pets
Laura M.
17 Nov 2016
I love this place! Great Vet's here and nice workers. I have been taking my pets here for the last 10 years and love it! They have such a great vast amount of information to help with all the proble...
I love this place! Great Vet's here and nice workers. I have been taking my pets here for the last 10 years and love it! They have such a great vast amount of information to help with all the problems my kitties have run into.
Wendy C.
17 Oct 2016
I'm so happy to have found Dr. Abraham and Harbor veterinary clinic! I have three rescue pugs that have a few problems and my old vet was taking me straight to the poorhouse. Not only is Dr. Abraham k...
I'm so happy to have found Dr. Abraham and Harbor veterinary clinic! I have three rescue pugs that have a few problems and my old vet was taking me straight to the poorhouse. Not only is Dr. Abraham kind, considerate, and the best vet ever, the rates are very affordable and fair.
Amy Chambers
24 Sep 2016
I had a wonderful experience with the staff from making the appointment to walking out the door. Reception was friendly, veterinarian was very informative but not opinionated about how I should raise...
I had a wonderful experience with the staff from making the appointment to walking out the door. Reception was friendly, veterinarian was very informative but not opinionated about how I should raise my cat. They are truly there for the well being of your pet, not for profit.
John Gerhardt
8 Sep 2016
Dr. Kerrin Hoban is knowledgeable, thoughtful, and thorough. She really cares about her patients.
Ingrid Glomboske Stevison
14 Aug 2016
I have been bringing my pets to Dr. Hoban, Dr Bowerman, Dr Kowano, since 1995. They are very helpful, knowledge, and reasonably priced. I wouldn't want to just take my pets to any vet, this place ...
I have been bringing my pets to Dr. Hoban, Dr Bowerman, Dr Kowano, since 1995. They are very helpful, knowledge, and reasonably priced. I wouldn't want to just take my pets to any vet, this place is the best!!!!
Anna R.
11 Aug 2016
Dr. Abraham is the best!!!! My fiancé I have been taking my two cats to her, and she is amazing! She takes the time to examine them from head to toe. She checks their ears, eyes, skin, teeth, tummy...
Dr. Abraham is the best!!!! My fiancé I have been taking my two cats to her, and she is amazing! She takes the time to examine them from head to toe. She checks their ears, eyes, skin, teeth, tummy, heart, everything. She really listens to your concerns, explains the diagnosis, and gives you her opinion, but then also gives you options. She treats both animals and humans with patience, compassion and respect. She is so good with animals, you can tell that it is a passion. I was very impressed with her bed-side manner with my kitties. She is gentle and warm with them, treating them like family, instead of science experiments. Dr. Abraham is a vet that we could really trust. It was obvious that our kitties' health and well-being was more important to Dr. Abraham than recommending unnecessary invasive and expensive treatments. I cannot recommend Dr. Abraham, and the nice staff at Harbor Veterinary Hospital enough!
Francisco Chavez
6 Aug 2016
Andy Lucas
23 Jun 2016
Hands down the best Veterinarian in Santa Cruz county.
Dorie Melville
15 Jun 2016
Dr. Abraham and Dr. Kawano and their staff ROCK!!! They help our pups (young and old) stay healthy and happy year after year. Thanks Harbor Veterinary for all you do!
Annette Allen
14 Jun 2016
Dr. Hoban has been our family vet since 2007. She is truly a great vet and has an unparalleled love for animals!She has a wonderful, warm and friendly staff. We will never go anywhere else!
Holly Angell
13 Mar 2016
Shannon A.
13 Feb 2016
I went to Harbor Veterinary Hospital (with a lot of stress/anxiety) for a second opinion after visiting another local vet twice. I am grateful for Dr. Hoban's conservative approach to diagnosing my ca...
I went to Harbor Veterinary Hospital (with a lot of stress/anxiety) for a second opinion after visiting another local vet twice. I am grateful for Dr. Hoban's conservative approach to diagnosing my cat's condition; many other vets in town offer lots of dubious "alternative" treatments that I don't trust at all. The exam and treatment costs were very reasonable and Dr. Hoban and her staff were friendly and gentle with my cat. I walked out of Harbor Veterinary Hospital feeling a lot less stressed and hopeful that my cat's condition would improve after Dr. Hoban's treatment.
Donna Jean Brown
30 Dec 2015
We have followed Dr. Hoban for many years. We had a most excellent consultation today. My daughter Roxie Brown is traveling to Washington DC with her cat. I appreciate the time Dr. Hoban took with my...
We have followed Dr. Hoban for many years. We had a most excellent consultation today. My daughter Roxie Brown is traveling to Washington DC with her cat. I appreciate the time Dr. Hoban took with my daughter and her cat. Expert advice and several clever tips for the trip. Thanks Dr. Hoban.
Courtney W.
30 Nov 2015
Dr. Abraham saved my 11 year old pup, Lucky. From the moment we adopted him, she alerted us of his heart murmur and how it could potentially shorten his life span. A few months ago, he went into conge...
Dr. Abraham saved my 11 year old pup, Lucky. From the moment we adopted him, she alerted us of his heart murmur and how it could potentially shorten his life span. A few months ago, he went into congenital heart failure. Devastated, we went to her for advice. She was excellent at providing a plan fit for my whole family and was super kind, considerate, and practical. Along with this, she is soooo patient with crazy, concerned pet parents (hehe, like me!) and will go out of her way to calm our worries (no matter how little/silly). Dr. Abraham really, truly cares for her patients and their families. I highly, HIGHLY recommend Dr. Abraham to any pet parent wanting the BEST care for their animals. Despite what skeptics may think of doctors, not all of them are out for your wallet, and with Dr. Abraham it shows. She genuinely cares, and her patients and their families thrive from it. Hell, I made a darn yelp account solely so I could give her praise for all she has done for our family.
Heidi S.
28 Aug 2015
I wish I could give this place more stars!!! I got recommended to Dr. Abraham several months back from several different ppl/neighbors, when we first got my new pup (Labrador Retriever). We've been tw...
I wish I could give this place more stars!!! I got recommended to Dr. Abraham several months back from several different ppl/neighbors, when we first got my new pup (Labrador Retriever). We've been twice so far, once with an initial check up appointment that lasts a full hr and another time they got me in last minute same day appt for a limp. Both times I was SUPER IMPRESSED with service, care, the time they take!!!, explanation, etc. I couldn't be more happy, I feel very lucky I found this place & Dr. Abraham! Prices are reasonable, you won't ever be sold on anything, & will be given all your options for you to make the decision that best fits your family. THANK YOU HARBOR VET, now I pray that Dr. Abraham never retires so we can use her for yrs to come. Ps. my dog also loves & feels very comfortable around Dr. Abraham!
Brandon H.
2 Aug 2015
After calling around to most of the animal clinics in Santa Cruz to get my cat's tape worms treated I called Harbor. While they couldn't see him that day they recommended that I get the over the count...
After calling around to most of the animal clinics in Santa Cruz to get my cat's tape worms treated I called Harbor. While they couldn't see him that day they recommended that I get the over the counter worm treatment from the pet supply store. This bit of advice saved me a lot of time and money. Thank you!
Victoria L. Nobles
1 Aug 2015
We absolutely LOVE this veterinary hospital. They provide thoughtful, attentive, and loving care to our cat and two dogs. The staff are approachable, knowledgeable, and eager to help animals feel heal...
We absolutely LOVE this veterinary hospital. They provide thoughtful, attentive, and loving care to our cat and two dogs. The staff are approachable, knowledgeable, and eager to help animals feel healthy and happy. We are beyond pleased with the service we've received at Harbor!
Meredith Watterson
1 Jul 2015
Dr. Kawano has been our vet for the past 13 years. She takes care of all of our pets like they are her own. She even provides advice for our other farm animals. We wouldn't go anywhere else.
Meredith Schmitz
1 Jul 2015
Dr. Kawano has been our vet for the past 13 years. She takes care of all of our pets like they are her own. She even provides advice for our other farm animals. We wouldn't go anywhere else.
Josefa Molina
30 Jun 2015
Dr. Hoban has taken such thorough care of our dogs. The staff is friendly and my pup lives all the attention she gets when she comes in.
Lisa L.
6 Feb 2015
Dr. Abraham is a fantastic vet that truly cares for the animals she is caring for. I am VERY picky about the vet I take my little pup too. Dr. Abraham never seemed rushed and really took the time to...
Dr. Abraham is a fantastic vet that truly cares for the animals she is caring for. I am VERY picky about the vet I take my little pup too. Dr. Abraham never seemed rushed and really took the time to get to know both me and my dog. She didn't push certain procedures or recommendations on me but rather laid out my options, told me what she would recommend, and then let me make my decision. I also felt that Harbor Veterinary Hosp had reasonable prices for both office visits and procedures. Thank you Harbor vet for treating my dog like a family member - not a means to make money. 5 stars for sure!
Shirley Treanor
13 Jun 2014
Dr. Hoban was the most wonderful vet for my little Rocko. She helped him through so many challenges. She's one of the best Vets I've ever met. She saved Rocko's life, more than once. I absolutely can'...
Dr. Hoban was the most wonderful vet for my little Rocko. She helped him through so many challenges. She's one of the best Vets I've ever met. She saved Rocko's life, more than once. I absolutely can't thank her enough for always being there. I feel she's part of my family. :-)
Ms. X.
9 Apr 2014
When I took my cats to other local Veterinarians, I always felt like they always trying to sell me something. I always felt like they cared more about the sale than my pet's health. While I am happy ...
When I took my cats to other local Veterinarians, I always felt like they always trying to sell me something. I always felt like they cared more about the sale than my pet's health. While I am happy to do whatever it takes to keep my pets healthy, I don't like to feel that my love of my animals is being taken advantage of. At Harbor Veterinary Hospital, it is completely different! When I brought my kitties to see Dr. Abraham, she was attentive, caring and knowledgeable. I really felt like she was treating my cats like they were her own! She went over and explained all options of care, without pushing unnecessary and costly procedures. She was very trustworthy and considerate, and took the time to talk to me and answer every single one of my questions. I found out that many of the procedures and supplements that were recommended by my old Vet, were unnecessary for my young cats. When I got the bill, it was a fraction of the cost of my old Vet.I would recommend Dr. Abraham to anyone who loves their pets, and wants a trustworthy and reliable Veterinarian!
Carol Stephen
8 Mar 2014
Dr. Abraham, thank you for your thoughtful comments and for giving us such carefully considered scenarios. I left feeling well armed with information. I am VERY impressed. Thank you again!
Terry M.
6 Oct 2013
The front office staff is very helpful and all very knowledgeable. Dr Abraham is wonderful, she spends time and listens. I am a minimalist with vaccines after one of my dogs nearly died from a vaccine...
The front office staff is very helpful and all very knowledgeable. Dr Abraham is wonderful, she spends time and listens. I am a minimalist with vaccines after one of my dogs nearly died from a vaccine reaction, and she was very considerate and understanding and is not pushy about it. I have trusted her with 3 surgeries on different dogs and the outcomes have all been excellent. Dr Koban is also excellent. She is extremely competent and when it comes to complex issues I feel she really thinks critically and carefully.
c. c.
22 Sep 2012
Dr. Hoban and Dr. Bowerman have been our family's vets for 19 years. They cared for our two cats - that lived to be 14 and 18 years old - and were compassionate caregivers. We now have two 2 year ol...
Dr. Hoban and Dr. Bowerman have been our family's vets for 19 years. They cared for our two cats - that lived to be 14 and 18 years old - and were compassionate caregivers. We now have two 2 year old cats and an 8 year old dog, and did not hesitate to take them to Harbor Vet Hospital after their adoptions. When I took in our then 5-month-old puppy from the shelter to meet Dr. Hoban, not only did she examine him, but she demonstrated how to groom his long coat, and told me I had a good dog, a sweetheart. It was nice to be reassured that we'd made a good choice for our family.Over the years, we've dealt with pet cancer, various issues that go along with senior cats, dog surgery, and a broken dog leg. HVH is top notch, as are the members of their office staff. When our dog had surgery to remove a benign lump on his side, one vet tech actually climbed into his crate with him to offer post-op comfort. WE know he's a big, lovable snuggler (90 lb.), but it felt wonderful to know that they recognized that about him, too. Needless to say, he has absolutely no problem going to the vet - treats and affection! It's all good!
Lily L.
21 Sep 2012
This was my first time coming to this office. I went it in to get my puppy her second round of vaccines with Dr.Hoben. The desk and staff were super friendly and helpful. When we saw Dr. Hoben, I real...
This was my first time coming to this office. I went it in to get my puppy her second round of vaccines with Dr.Hoben. The desk and staff were super friendly and helpful. When we saw Dr. Hoben, I really appreciated her taking the time and energy to really chat and not rush through our appointment. The problem I did have was how pushy she got with the vaccines. I was told over and over by the breeder and other people owning the same breed not to get a certain shot and just get 3 rounds of the booster. This is what worked for us with our first dog. I told this to the desk, the dr's assistant and the doctor and was still pressured. I was happy to listen to her reasons and experience but after saying no again, she seemed defensive and didn't like me asking questions. I was just trying to educate myself and feel comfortable with what she wanted to inject in my puppy. My puppy also doesn't have worms and she brought in the deworming even after saying again that we just wanted the 3 boosters, period. I ended up caving and letting her give my puppy the deworming. I would have rather done a poop sample first to show her the puppy was worm free rather then give her something she didn't need. I just felt like she was up selling every vaccine. I never felt this way going to our other vet.This office seems to have a good reputation so I've scheduled our next appt with a different doctor to give it a second chance. I will update after that appt.
Lexe B.
12 May 2012
I moved to SC a year ago and since then took my animals (now 2 dogs and a cat) to Dr.Hoban. She and her staff are so nice with our animals (and us too, lol) I completely trust her and she listens and ...
I moved to SC a year ago and since then took my animals (now 2 dogs and a cat) to Dr.Hoban. She and her staff are so nice with our animals (and us too, lol) I completely trust her and she listens and explains with so much passion. She takes excellent care of animals (one of our dogs turns 18 !!!) I can only recommend that clinic.
Tanya B.
18 Dec 2011
I have been taking my two cats to Harbor Vet since 2006 and have been extremely happy with their care and services. My one cat is a constant trouble-maker and as a result, I have had to take him in to...
I have been taking my two cats to Harbor Vet since 2006 and have been extremely happy with their care and services. My one cat is a constant trouble-maker and as a result, I have had to take him in to Harbor Vet regularly. They are so kind and compassionate with him and have provided fantastic advice on how to curb his ramblings.I have since moved further away from Harbor Vet but am still taking my kitty there. I love Dr. Abraham who only works part-time. She has gotten to know my pets intimately and as such, continues to give them (what I feel is) special care. I also have seen Dr. Kuwano. I trust Harbor Vet and will continue to have them as my primary pet provider.
Jack B.
15 Dec 2011
New to the area, we depended on the kindness of Yelp. We liked that there were no late night horror stories and the one bad review wasn't really that bad. Our dog was acting a listless and shaking. I ...
New to the area, we depended on the kindness of Yelp. We liked that there were no late night horror stories and the one bad review wasn't really that bad. Our dog was acting a listless and shaking. I called and although they didn't take walk in, the agreed to take him at a certain time if I paid the emergency rate. The emergency rate was lower than most other vets standard office visit minimum, so I didn't have an issue, and it wasn't that much more than a standard visit. I appreciated when they saw my dog, Dr. Abraham took her time to diagnose the issue. She really worked well to gain a relationship withour dog and to check for symptoms. The doctor gave her diagnosis and gave me multiple options from the least expensive to X-Ray and MRI, but felt it was probably sufficient to start with the lower end and gave me alternatives there as well. We decided to treat with medicine first and that seems to be doing the trick. They also checked records with our prior vet and offerred vaccinations with a call ahead where we would not be charged with an office visit. They also called the next day to follow up.I found it very comforting that they put that much effort into the issue with low pressure to do expensive tests and procedures. It looks like Lucky is doing much better.
Kayla S.
8 Nov 2011
I love Harbor Veterinary Hospital. My puppy has been seeing Dr. Kawano and we love her. She is well educated, and answers every question I have. She is very caring to my little pup and makes her feel ...
I love Harbor Veterinary Hospital. My puppy has been seeing Dr. Kawano and we love her. She is well educated, and answers every question I have. She is very caring to my little pup and makes her feel comfortable. The staff up front are also very friendly and easy going. It's never a hassle bringing my puppy to the vet and I love that!
Gabriel L.
17 Oct 2011
I cannot say enough about the staff (particularly the doctors) at Harbor Veterinary Hospital. We were unlucky enough to have one of our cats diagnosed with feline diabetes and then, about a month late...
I cannot say enough about the staff (particularly the doctors) at Harbor Veterinary Hospital. We were unlucky enough to have one of our cats diagnosed with feline diabetes and then, about a month later, have the other get hit by a car. Through both ordeals the doctors spent so much time with us, helping us through the pain and confusion. Dr. Abraham suggested an aggressive insulin treatment in conjunction with a dramatic dietary shift to attempt to "turn" our diabetic cat's pancreas back on--after less than a month, it worked!!! We no longer have to do insulin shots and Tanner is now doing fine (and looking a lot slimmer on an all meat diet). Dr. Abraham spent considerable time, off the clock, talking us through the procedures we needed to follow and holding our hand through the hard time. One recent morning we found our other cat suffering shock and having trouble moving so we rushed him to Harbor just when they opened. Dr. Kawano was incredibly compassionate to him and to our situation (financial limitations) and took the time to really care for us and for our severely injured cat. We were losing hope and thinking the worst (of putting him down) and she encouraged us to give him constant care and more time. She showed us how to care for him at home and, thankfully, he's nearly perfect again! I can't say that I've had the best past experiences with veterinary care, in general. The doctors at Harbor Vet have shown me that there are some Vets out there that have stayed true to their primary concern--caring for animals--not just making money. We really appreciate Harbor Vet--and so do our cats, Tanner and Indy. They've earned our business through their actions.
Leilani W.
31 Jul 2011
I'm a fan of Dr. Hoban at Harbor Vet. Dr. Hoban has been my family pet doctor of choice for 19 years. She has been so in-sync with my animals - I appreciate her so much.I had a rottweiler that was a B...
I'm a fan of Dr. Hoban at Harbor Vet. Dr. Hoban has been my family pet doctor of choice for 19 years. She has been so in-sync with my animals - I appreciate her so much.I had a rottweiler that was a BELOVED member of my family. She got very sick and I was so appreciative of Dr. Hoban's attentiveness - I swear, she treated my wonderful dog as if it were her own. It AMAZED me to watch a doctor, with tons of other patients to take care of, show so much care and concern for me and my dog. Dr. Hoban was a caring and knowledgeable professional all the way through that horribly sad time. When the dreaded day came that my dog died, the doctor was compassionate, understanding and gentle. Couldn't have asked for more!I know and trust Dr. Bowerman as well. She is excellent too! - very personable, knowledgeable and wonderful!Thank The Good Lord For Dr. Hoban and Dr. Bowerman!I've had 4 dogs under their care and referrred many many people to them.
J. G.
19 May 2011
I was very disappointed after years of this clinic being a great place to find horrendous lapses in communication and procedure (and I cannot get into details about here). During those years I saw a l...
I was very disappointed after years of this clinic being a great place to find horrendous lapses in communication and procedure (and I cannot get into details about here). During those years I saw a large amount of turn over in the front office and did not get along with Dr. Hoban because she disliked me asking questions about treatment and having my own input on treatment of MY dogs so I found it hard to continue my relationship since I had to see her when my usual vet was unavailable. I left for another vet when she retired and returned to Harbor. Well turns out returning was not such a great idea since that return ended up with a ton of mistakes and horrible communication. Sad very sad.To top it all off when I wanted to pay for another clients rescue dogs treatment - when my name was mentioned they refused to see the dog all together. It's an old rescue dog for goodness sake. Don't vets take an oath also?
Response from Harbor Veterinary Hospital
23 Jun 2018
It is true that we are sometimes unable to provide care for an individual's animals. The CA Veterinary Medical Practice Act requires all veterinarians to maintain a professional relationship called the VCPR with the client who is the owner of the animal (or with their agent with permission of the owner.) Without that professional relationship a veterinarian is not permitted by law to diagnose or treat the pet. One of the requirements of the VCPR (Veterinarian-Client-Patient Relationship) is that the client agrees to follow the veterinarian's advice. We work with clients every day to provide options for them that they are comfortable with but if the client cannot follow any of the advice we give them then the client has terminated the VCPR and we cannot continue to treat the animal.
Mark B.
5 Oct 2010
Dr. Abraham was most thoughtful, patient and gentle while caring for our cats. She always took the time to put the cats at ease and never seemed in a rush. She was also especially caring and considera...
Dr. Abraham was most thoughtful, patient and gentle while caring for our cats. She always took the time to put the cats at ease and never seemed in a rush. She was also especially caring and considerate when we recently had to put one of them to sleep. We highly recommend her.
owance
28 Mar 2007
I am from the east coast. I have relatives in Soquel, Ca. My aunt has a dog. She is so pleased with her. She gives her an excellent services. It makes me want her to care for my cats. I heard she...
I am from the east coast. I have relatives in Soquel, Ca. My aunt has a dog. She is so pleased with her. She gives her an excellent services. It makes me want her to care for my cats. I heard she is an excellent vet. It is good for all pet lovers.
wut
20 Nov 2005
Dr. Kawano has been my cat's Vet since I moved to CA in 1999. At our first visit, rather than forcing my cat onto the cold stainless table initially, she pet him softly and started the exam on the f...
Dr. Kawano has been my cat's Vet since I moved to CA in 1999. At our first visit, rather than forcing my cat onto the cold stainless table initially, she pet him softly and started the exam on the floor at his level where he felt more comfortable. I immediately felt she would be a great Vet by this simple gesture. She is knowledgeable and I trust that she has my animals' well-beings in mind. She will give you all of the options for treatment, not just the one that is the most expensive, but the ones that may fit into your beliefs or budget. She or a member of her staff ALWAYS call to follow up after an unexpected visit to her. I've referred several of my friends to her. There are so many good things to say about her and Harbor Vet.
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