Keep Cats Moving and Grooving
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Welcome to Irvington Pet Hospital
Your Veterinarian in Fremont, CA
Call us at 510-657-4060
Pet Emergency? Read no further and call us right away! 
If you live in Fremont or the surrounding area in CA, then you have picked the perfect site to find a veterinarian. Deborah Rue, D.V.M. and Carol Mertens, D.V.M. are licensed veterinarians treating dogs and cats in your area. Your pet's health and well being is very important to us and we will take every step to give your pet the best possible care.
Irvington Pet Hospital is a full service animal hospital and will take both emergency cases as well as less urgent medical, surgical, and dental issues. Deborah Rue, D.V.M. and Carol Mertens, D.V.M. are experienced in all types of conditions and treatments. Beyond first rate pet care, we make our clinic comfortable, kid-friendly, and a very calm environment so your pet can relax in the waiting room and look forward to meeting his or her own Fremont veterinarian.
We have a number of resources for you to learn about how to take better care of your pets. Browse around and look at our articles and pet videos. The best veterinary care for animals is ongoing nutrition and problem prevention. If you want to ask a question call 510-657-4060 and we'll promptly get back to you. Our Fremont veterinary office is very easy to get to, and you can find directions on our Find Us page. You can also subscribe to our newsletter which is created especially for Fremont pet owners. In between your veterinary visits, your pet will benefit from you reading these free informative articles.
At Irvington Pet Hospital, we treat your pets like the valued family members they are.
Deborah Rue, D.V.M.
Carol Mertens,D.V.M.
Fremont Veterinarian | Irvington Pet Hospital | 510-657-4060
41180 Fremont Blvd
Fremont, CA 94538
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Pigs as Family Pets
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Why Your Guinea Pig Needs Vitamin C But Your Dog Doesn’t
At Irvington Pet Hospital, we all need to eat a complete and balanced diet. We feed our dogs and cats food developed by companies that study their nutritional needs, but if you study the list of ...
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Does Your Young Dog or Puppy Have Pain or Lameness?
Young puppies are expected to be full of life and energy. They are enthusiastic about playtime, walks and exercise. Puppies will often follow you wherever you go, can disrupt your nap or quiet t ...
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Pet Weight Critical to Wellness of Cats and Dogs
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Fitting Fiber into Fido's Food Bowl
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CAT
BOARDING
We love to board cats!
We strive to make our boarding cats as happy and relaxed as possible. Our cat ward is completely separated from the dogs. Each cat condo features a two-room arrangement separating the living room from the litter box area. Please come see our boarding facility.
DOG BOARDING
We love to board dogs!
Our facility has spacious, clean condos and runs. The dogs are walked three times daily (twice on weekends). You have the peace of mind that should anything arise regarding their health while boarding, we are right here to take care of them. Come see our boarding facility.
We love to give tours.
Office Hours Are By Appointment Only.
Hours of operation:
Monday-Friday:
7:30 am - 6:00 pm
Saturday:
9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Sunday: Closed
For after hours emergency care Please Call Ohlone Veterinary Emergency Clinic At 510-657-6620.
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Mission Statement
To provide high quality pet health and wellness services to assist your pet in living a longer, happier, and healthier life.
To provide our clients with access to leading edge products and services and authoritative educational content focusing on enhancing the human animal bond.
To provide quality care with the personal touch.