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Your Trusted Mobile Veterinarian in San Francisco
Wandering Vet provides personalized mobile veterinary care for cats, dogs, and small mammals in the comfort of their owners' homes. With 19 years of experience in veterinary family practice, our services emphasize reducing stress for pets and families while delivering comprehensive medical care. Our approach includes detailed physical exams, preventative care, and advanced diagnostics conducted in familiar environments. We specialize in serving multi-pet households and animals with special needs, offering tailored solutions that traditional clinics often cannot accommodate. Our electronic record system provides 24-hour secure access to medical histories and vaccination records. The practice prioritizes compassionate communication, utilizing modern technology to streamline appointments and documentation.Dr. Behrens' expertise spans internal medicine, behavioral counseling, and end-of-life care, supported by memberships in multiple professional veterinary associations. Our housecall model eliminates exposure to sick animals in waiting rooms while maintaining full diagnostic capabilities through portable equipment. We serve San Francisco and Southern Marin counties, offering urgent care, chronic disease management, and referral services for specialized treatments. The practice maintains rigorous professional standards through continuous education and adherence to industry best practices.
Services
Housecall Consultations
Vaccinations
Diagnostic Testing
Chronic Care Management
Home Euthanasia
Behavioral Counseling
Nutritional Guidance
Urgent Care Visits
Referral Services
Medical Record Access
Highlights and features
- 19 years of veterinary family practice experience in the Bay Area
- Comprehensive diagnostic capabilities through portable equipment
- 24/7 secure access to electronic medical records
- Specialized care for behavioral issues in home environments
- Proven expertise in stress-free handling of difficult pets
Associations and certifications
- American Veterinary Medical Association
- California Veterinary Medical Association
- Feline Veterinary Medical Association
- American Association of Housecall Veterinarians
What people say
Thorough and responsive
Gentle with animals
Stress-free experience
Knowledgeable and patient
Compassionate end-of-life care
Services
Housecall Consultations
Our mobile veterinary consultations bring comprehensive medical evaluations directly to your home environment. This service includes thorough physical exams, medical history reviews, and customized treatment plans tailored to your pet's specific needs. The home setting allows for more accurate behavioral assessments and reduces stress for both pets and owners.
Home Euthanasia
We provide compassionate euthanasia services in the comfort of your pet's familiar surroundings. Our process includes pre-procedure consultation, painless administration of euthanasia solution, and aftercare options like individual or communal cremation. This service prioritizes dignity and emotional support for both pets and their families during difficult transitions.
Diagnostic Testing
Our mobile diagnostic capabilities include blood, urine, and fecal analysis performed with portable equipment. We offer blood pressure monitoring, ECGs, and point-of-care ultrasound imaging. These services enable accurate health assessments during home visits, supporting timely treatment decisions without requiring clinic visits.
Vaccinations
We administer core and non-core vaccinations following AAHA guidelines in home environments. This service includes rabies, distemper, and feline leukemia vaccines, with proper documentation provided electronically. The home setting reduces disease exposure risks while maintaining vaccine efficacy through proper storage and handling.
Behavioral Counseling
Our behavioral consultations address anxiety, aggression, and other behavioral issues in home environments. We develop customized modification plans considering household dynamics and pet personalities. This service leverages the home setting to observe natural behaviors and implement practical solutions for long-term improvement.
People
Adam Behrens, VMD
Owner/Veterinarian
Dr. Behrens graduated from University of Pennsylvania School of Veterinary Medicine and has practiced in the Bay Area for 19 years. He specializes in housecall veterinary medicine, focusing on internal medicine, behavioral counseling, and the human-animal bond. His experience includes emergency care and volunteer work with Veterinary Street Outreach Services.
Questions
What services do you offer for senior pets?
We provide comprehensive geriatric care including chronic disease management, mobility assessments, and tailored nutrition plans during home visits.
How do you handle emergency situations?
We offer urgent care housecalls for non-life-threatening emergencies with same-day availability when possible.
Can you perform lab work at home?
Yes, we conduct blood, urine, and fecal analysis with portable equipment during home visits.
What after-hours support do you provide?
While we don't offer 24/7 emergency services, we provide detailed after-visit instructions and follow-up consultations via email and phone.
How do you handle difficult pets?
Our home setting allows us to use specialized techniques to calm anxious animals, with multiple positive reviews highlighting success with aggressive or fearful pets.
What payment options are available?
We accept cash, check, and major credit cards for all services at the time of visit.
