What areas does Lotus Veterinary House Calls serve?

Lotus Veterinary House Calls serves San Francisco and Peninsula communities including Millbrae, Burlingame, San Mateo, Redwood City, Menlo Park, Palo Alto, and surrounding areas. Service area radius extends approximately 25 miles from our San Francisco base.

How does in-home physical therapy for pets work?

In-home pet physical therapy involves customized treatment sessions conducted in your pet's familiar environment. Dr. Rachel assesses your pet's mobility, creates a tailored rehabilitation plan, and performs therapeutic exercises, massage, and range-of-motion work. Sessions typically last 45-60 minutes and are scheduled based on your pet's recovery needs.

What should I expect during a veterinary house call?

During a veterinary house call, Dr. Rachel arrives with all necessary medical equipment and supplies. The visit includes a thorough physical examination, discussion of your pet's health history and concerns, any needed diagnostic testing, and a treatment plan. Most appointments last 60-90 minutes, allowing time for comprehensive care without rushing.

Is in-home veterinary care more expensive than clinic visits?

In-home veterinary care typically costs more than traditional clinic visits due to travel time and individualized attention, but many pet owners find the convenience, reduced stress, and quality of care worth the investment. Pricing varies by service type and location within our service area. Contact us for specific pricing information.

Can you provide emergency veterinary care at home?

Lotus Veterinary House Calls handles urgent care situations during business hours but is not equipped for after-hours emergencies requiring immediate surgery or intensive care. For true emergencies outside business hours, we recommend San Francisco's 24-hour emergency veterinary hospitals and can provide referrals.

What conditions benefit most from pet physical therapy?

Pet physical therapy is most beneficial for post-surgical recovery (especially orthopedic surgeries), arthritis management in senior pets, neurological conditions, sports injuries, weight management, and chronic pain conditions. Physical therapy can improve mobility, reduce pain, and enhance quality of life for pets with these conditions.

How do I schedule a house call appointment?

Schedule a house call by filling out our online contact form, calling our office directly, or sending an email. We typically respond within 24 hours to schedule your appointment. First-time clients should allow extra time for initial intake and health history documentation.

Do you offer end-of-life care and euthanasia at home?

Yes, Lotus Veterinary House Calls provides compassionate end-of-life care and in-home euthanasia services. In-home euthanasia allows your pet to pass peacefully in their familiar surroundings with their family present, avoiding the stress of a final clinic visit. We take time to ensure dignity and comfort throughout the process.

Appointments — Lotus Veterinary

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We offer appointments Monday - Friday in San Francisco and on the Peninsula north of SFO Airport.
Rehabilitation appointments are currently being offered on Thursdays in San Francisco and the peninsula, and Fridays in Berkeley, Rockridge area of Oakland, Piedmont, Emeryville and Albany.

To make an appointment, please fill out all of the information below, or call 415-484-5842.

If you submit the form below, we will contact you as soon as possible.

We will need to speak with the client (owner of the patient) via phone for final appointment confirmation.

Appointment date/time requested is NOT guaranteed when you submit an online appointment request or send an email.

Please call or email for pricing. Please note that we provide care in your home, and do not have a brick and mortar facility. We do not offer surgeries, dental cleanings, X-rays, MRI, or CT imaging.

We provide service in the areas: San Francisco, Daly City, South San Francisco, Colma, Brisbane. San Bruno, Pacifica and Millbrae. We offer appointments for Physical Rehabilitation services only in Berkeley, Oakland, Emeryville and Albany.

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Additional information

Dr. Feigenbaum sees patients on Monday, Wednesday and Thursday in San Francisco. Dr. Dasho sees patients on Monday-Friday in San Francisco or the Peninsula.

Our veterinarians are available for telemedicine consults (video, email & phone consults) for existing patients only that have been seen in the last year.

Please note that in order to best serve the needs of all of our patients, we have a 24-hour cancellation policy for general appointments, and a 48-hour cancellation policy for Rehabilitation and Ultrasound appointments. If an appointment is on a Monday, cancellation must occur by the previous Saturday by 12:00 pm, as we are closed on Sundays. We are not able to communicate via text message.

Lotus Veterinary House Calls does not offer dental cleanings, surgeries, x-rays or weekend veterinary appointments. We do offer ultrasound services performed by a board-certified radiologist after an initial exam at a subsequent appointment, if recommended by a Lotus veterinarian.

Emergencies

If you have an emergency, please bring your pet to an emergency veterinary hospital immediately. These facilities are open 24 hours a day:

San Francisco Animal Medical Center (SFAMC)
(415) 872-1872

OakVet Animal Specialty Hospital
(Oakland)
(510) 879-4888

Pet Emergency & Specialty Center of Marin
(San Rafael)
(415) 456-7372

SAGE Veterinary Centers
(Redwood City)
(650) 417-7243

PETS Referral Center
(Berkeley)
(510) 548-6684

Lenity
(San Mateo)
(650) 513-6660

The Lotus office is closed on Sundays. Please expect communication to occur on the following business day. Occasionally, a Lotus representative may check inbound communication on Sunday Early PM. If your pet is experiencing an emergency, please contact or proceed to the nearest Emergency Veterinary Hospital.