Gopher snakes are commonly found in a large variety of habitats, and our most recent visitor was picked up from the Oakland Chinatown Library! These snakes are slow-movers that gravitate towards crevices and burrows, which probably made the library an attractive location for this city-dwelling snake.  Oakland Animal Services brought him into the hospital, and [...]

Alameda County Animal Control brought in a one month old baby duckling.  It had been found at 1712  Palmera Court Alameda.  The young duck was brought in weak and lethargic.  The duck was administered fluids and Oral Glucose.  After radiographs Courtney and Dr Lynn determine the small bird also had an injured leg.  Let’s wish [...]

On April 1st a Good Samaritan brought three baby squirrels in to the Pet and Wildlife Fund. The squirrels, estimated to be six weeks old, were found by Lake Merrit cold and without a mother. The trio was so young that their eyes weren’t even open yet. Shemira and Dr Lynn began warming the three [...]

It is always great to get to know the pets and animals that benefit from holistic care. Maggie is an eight year old Yorkie who attends Montclair Holistic Vet Care. Being born with a weak liver, many health issues arose over the years including her share of stomach and knee problems. Finally, at age seven [...]

On April 16, 2010 a concerned citizen brought a juvenile opossum into Pet and Wildlife Fund. He had been found on the front porch with no mother to in the surrounding area. Dr Isaacson was able to examine the opossum and administer food. Once he had determined that the abandoned opossum was healthy, Dr Isaacson turned [...]

April 9th, 2010 a fledgling hummingbird was brought in to Pet and Wildlife Fund by Animal Control. An individual had found the poor baby lethargic and dehydrated. Courtney and Dr Cynthia Lynn were able to provide it with sufficient warmth and administer fluids, including glucose. Once the fledgling was strong enough it was transferred to  [...]

Pet & Wildlife Fund Rescued Comorant

The Race is on for the Next “Pet” Mayor of Montclair April is the month to nominate your pet for the Pet Mayor of Montclair Race. The Montclair Veterinary Hospital is pleased to invite the community to the 7th annual Vote for “Pet” Mayor of Montclair contest beginning April 1, 2010. Nominations for the next [...]

Pet Mayor finalists enjoy meeting the community during the Montclair Halloween Parade.

We are thrilled and grateful for all the local and national coverage this year’s Pet Mayor Contest received—especially the Election Day winner’s announcement. Discovery News’ Jennifer Viegas covered the final exciting moments and featured all the Pet Mayor candidates in a wonderful video and blog post.