Golden Gate Veterinary Specialists - Veterinary Dermatology, Surgery, Oncology and Internal Medicine

We were already a patient at GGVS for a skin issue having been referred to Dr Eckholm after we’d received two wrong diagnosis at our local vet. Dr Eckholm quickly diagnosed our dog and we were able to put her on a treatment plan that has worked well for her over the past two years. Unrelated, we had a medical emergency and we asked to be referred back to GGVC. Firstly they got us in quickly which was important as our dog was in a lot of pain. This time with Dr Farese for emergency surgery (amputation ). He was extremely patient and took the time to explain everything thoroughly and answer our questions. We were having a hard time making such a big decision and whether it was for us or her - and he was great at outlining the options that we had. We scheduled the surgery after further tests

My dog Joaquin has had a severe case of the K9 pappiloma virus.It started in Sept 2022, and despite many attempts to remove them, they have unfortunately persisted. His care began with Dermatology 4 Animals in Oakland. Once I was able to transfer his care over to Golden Gate it was like night and day when it comes to how professional/experienced the doctors/techs and receptionists are here. My dogs has a very complicated case, but I finally feel like he has a great team behind him, and a chance at a normal life now. Dr Farese, did a recent surgery where he was able to remove 95% of the papilloma's. They were severely infected, dead and enormous in size(See the before and after pics). He would have gotten them all, but the lip area did not have enough skin to allow a full removal. Even so

Dr. Hersch-Boyle is top notch, as well as her staff. I won’t be taking my dog anywhere else if we have another injury. Caring, patient, super knowledgeable and accommodating.

My beautiful Lab has been so well taken care of after numerous vets told me “she’s 10, they lose their hair as they get old”. They diagnosed her with extreme allergies and put her on a strict medicine routine with both oral and. topical. As a result my sweet lab now has a beautiful coat of hair again and is acting like a puppy because she feels so good. I’m very grateful for the care we have received at this veterinarian hospital and also the way they have followed up and continued to check in on Belle. I highly recommend them for any dermatological issues.

The Vets and staff (shout out to Lupe) have been amazing with our Bulldog who had cushings disease and they healed him and helped us with our own emotions. They have also helped get him back on track with some small intestine issues and diarrhea issues.. TMI.. but the long and the short of it.. if your pet is having special issues you couldn't be in better hands than right here.