West End Animal Center

West End Animal Center is a veterinarian in San Rafael, CA. The practice serves pet owners seeking comprehensive veterinary healthcare, offering a range of services including preventive and wellness care, general medicine, surgery, spay and neuter procedures, soft tissue surgery, and dentistry. The clinic also provides pain management, pharmacy services, and a full line of prescription diets tailored to specific health needs. Alternative therapies such as acupuncture and Chinese herbs are available through its holistic animal clinic.

Dr. Frederick A. Frye Jr., DVM MS MBA, established the center after 20 years of thought and hard work. Dr. Frye grew up in San Diego, earned a Bachelor of Science in Biology from Lewis & Clark College in Portland, Oregon in 1982, and subsequently worked with reptiles and birds at the San Diego Zoo Research Facility. The clinic's vision is to provide a country veterinary feel within an urban environment, creating an atmosphere of comfort, quiet, and relaxation for both clients and pets. The practice blends Western medicine with nutritional alternatives, aiming to offer small-scale, personal care with high-tech medical resources.

Located at 1660 Second St, the office sits on Second Street, just a short distance from San Rafael Creek. It is about a quarter of a mile from the public library and the Marin Academy Aquatic Center, with Third Street and Fourth Street nearby. The site is centrally located in San Rafael, easily accessible from multiple directions, and features ample parking.

West End Animal Center holds a rating of 4.90 based on customer reviews. The practice is known for its positive reputation among clients who have visited the clinic.

In San Rafael, West End Animal Center stands out for its blend of holistic and conventional veterinary care, providing a comfortable and personal environment for pets and their owners.