Medical Services for Dogs and Cats in San Francisco
When something is off with your dog or cat, the goal is to find the cause quickly and put together a clear plan. Itching that will not stop, an ear that smells, vomiting that has gone on too long, weight changes you cannot explain: these are the everyday medical concerns Urban Pet Hospital handles for dogs and cats in San Francisco. The clinic is open seven days a week from 8am to 8pm, with same-day urgent care during clinic hours and a visiting board-certified cardiologist for heart-related concerns.
What are veterinary medical services?
Veterinary medical services cover the workup and ongoing management of dog and cat health concerns that go beyond routine care. These include allergies and dermatology, ear and eye infections, gastrointestinal issues, endocrine disorders such as diabetes or thyroid imbalance, and cardiology evaluations including in-clinic ultrasound and echocardiography.
Allergies and Dermatology in San Francisco
Itchy skin, recurring ear flare-ups, paw chewing, and hot spots are some of the most common medical concerns we see. Allergies in dogs and cats can be environmental, food-related, or flea-driven, and the right plan depends on identifying the trigger.
Allergy Workup
The veterinarian works through a structured plan that may include skin and ear sampling, in-house lab work, a strict food trial, and trial flea prevention. Each step narrows the trigger so the long-term care plan addresses the cause, not just the flare-up.
Ear and Eye Care in San Francisco
Ear infections (otitis) rarely clear on their own. Persistent head shaking, dark wax, or a strong odor warrant a same-week visit. The veterinarian examines the ear with an otoscope, takes a sample if needed, and outlines a care plan that targets the underlying cause. Eye concerns including redness, squinting, discharge, or sudden cloudiness are handled with the same urgency and may include fluorescein staining to check for corneal ulcers.
Gastrointestinal Care in San Francisco
Vomiting and diarrhea are usually short-lived, but persistent or severe digestive symptoms need attention. The clinic uses physical exam findings together with in-house lab work and imaging to evaluate whether the cause is dietary, infectious, parasitic, or something more involved. Care plans range from short-term supportive care to longer-term management of chronic conditions.
Endocrine and Internal Medicine in San Francisco
Endocrine concerns such as diabetes, hyperthyroidism, hypothyroidism, and Cushing's are managed with a combination of lab work, follow-up monitoring, and tailored care plans. Pets that drink and urinate excessively, gain or lose weight without an obvious reason, or seem to age suddenly often have an underlying endocrine cause that benefits from a focused workup.
Visiting Cardiology and In-Clinic Ultrasound in San Francisco
Heart-related concerns including murmurs, irregular rhythms, fainting episodes, and breathing changes are seen by a board-certified veterinary cardiologist who visits the clinic on a scheduled basis. Owner Dr. Fady Baskharon coordinates patient handoff to the visiting cardiologist, who performs in-clinic echocardiography and ultrasound studies. This means most cardiology workups stay in-house instead of being referred across the Bay to a specialty hospital.
FAQs
Schedule a medical workup for your dog or cat at Urban Pet Hospital, open every day in San Francisco. Call (415) 400-5754 to bring your pet in for an allergy plan, GI workup, or cardiology consult.