Groveway Pet Hospital is an AAHA accredited, full-service veterinary hospital, located in Cas We are able to care for pets of all shapes and sizes!
Groveway Veterinary Hospital has been a pillar of the Castro Valley community over the last half-century. Our hospital was established by the late Dr. Russ Hackler in the 1970s on the foundation of compassionate care, community involvement, and the desire to help both pets and their owners. From dogs and cats to birds and snakes, even pigs and goats! We are equipped to assist you with routine prev
entive care for young, healthy pets; early detection and treatment of disease as your pet ages; and complete medical and surgical care as necessary during his or her lifetime. We have the ability to manage your pet’s care here at our facility and can solve most ailments in-house which saves time, and most importantly, it can save your pet’s life. If your pet gets nervous when coming to visit us, let us know! We strive to make every visit as gentle, pain-free, and stress-free as possible for your pets and are proud that many of our hospital team members are Fear Free certified! To learn more about what being Fear Free certified means for you and your pet, please visit our website: vetncare.com/fear-free/
Our team immerses ourselves in the wider Castro Valley community and are proud supporters of Muttville Senior Dog Rescue. The people and the pets of the Bay Area are our passion. Our tight-knit team comes to work every day to provide the best care possible for your furry companions and family members!
06/16/2025
July 4th is a blast for humans, but all those booms can be scary for pets!
If your pet needs medication to stay calm during fireworks and parties, now’s the time to request a refill! 🎆
Reminder: If we haven’t seen your pet in the last 12 months, an exam will be needed first.
Let’s make sure your pet has a stress-free holiday!
🚫 Heads up: We’ll be closed on July 4th, so plan ahead and give us a call
05/09/2025
Parasites don’t take a day off—so let’s catch them before they cause trouble!
Bringing a fresh p**p sample (we know gross!) to your pet’s wellness visit helps us check for hidden parasites that could affect their health (and yours too!).
It’s a small scoop for you, a giant leap for your pet’s health. 💩
Tip: Use a clean bag or container and bring it in the same day.
Book your pet's wellness exam today—and don’t forget the sample!
04/28/2025
Does your pet have the springtime sniffles? 🌷🤧
Allergies aren’t just for humans! Look out for these common allergy symptoms:
🐾Itchy, red, or inflamed skin
🐾Excessive scratching or licking
🐾Watery eyes and runny nose
🐾Frequent ear infections
From antihistamines to prescription diets, we can help manage your pet’s allergies and keep them comfortable this season. Reach out today to discuss options! 🐾💚
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04/23/2025
Say hello to Dr. Casille Batten! 🐾
We’re excited to welcome Dr. Batten to the Groveway Pet Hospital family! 💙 Originally from South Africa, Dr. Batten brings a wealth of experience—from caring for thoroughbreds in Kentucky to now treating the beloved pets of the Bay Area.
She’s a proud UC Davis grad, a fencing enthusiast (she met her husband on the Cal Poly fencing team!), and shares her home with a sweet pup named Milo and a delightfully grumpy cat named Coco. 🐶🐱
When she’s not at the clinic, you’ll find her puzzling it out with jigsaws and crosswords.
Come by and say hi—she can’t wait to meet you and your pets! 🐕🐾🐈
04/21/2025
Spring has sprung! 🌼 Unfortunately, so have allergies and pests.
Is your pet protected? Call us to schedule their spring wellness check or book online through our website!! 📞🐾
04/14/2025
Fleas, ticks, mosquitoes—oh my! 🦟
These pesky parasites come out in full force during spring. Protect your pets from:
🐾 Fleas: Cause itchy bites, allergies, and can transmit tapeworms.
🐾 Ticks: Can spread serious diseases like Lyme disease and Ehrlichiosis.
🐾 Mosquitoes: Transmit heartworm disease, which can be fatal.
🐾 Intestinal Parasites: Roundworms and hookworms can affect both pets and people.
Is your pet protected? Let’s make sure with a spring wellness check! 💪
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02/26/2025
🐾 Today is World Spay Day! 🐾
Spaying (and neutering) is one of the most important decisions pet parents can make for their pets' long-term health and well-being. Beyond preventing unwanted litters, spaying has significant medical and behavioral benefits, including:
✅ Healthier Pets – Spaying reduces the risk of certain cancers and infections, helping pets live longer, healthier lives.
✅ Happier Homes – Pets that are spayed often have fewer behavioral challenges, leading to a more peaceful home environment.
✅ Community Impact – By preventing overpopulation, spaying helps reduce the number of homeless pets in shelters.
We believe in proactive, compassionate care that supports both pets and pet parents. If you have questions about spaying your pet, we’re here to help! 💙
02/14/2025
❤️🐾 Love is in the air... but keep the chocolate out of reach! 🍫🚫
Happy Valentine’s Day, pet parents! While you’re indulging in sweet treats today, remember that chocolate is toxic to pets. Even a small amount can cause serious health issues for dogs and cats.
💡 Pet-safe tip: Keep chocolates, candy, and anything with xylitol far away from curious noses. If your pet eats some, call your vet or an emergency clinic right away!
Show your pets love with belly rubs, extra snuggles, and maybe a special pet-friendly treat instead! 🐶🐱💕
02/11/2025
🚨 Important Pet Microchip Alert! 🚨
A major pet microchip company, “Save this Life”, has abruptly shut down. If your pet is registered with this company, their microchip may no longer be searchable if they get lost.
🔗 Check your pet’s microchip registration today! If you’re unsure where your pet’s microchip is registered, visit AAHA’s Universal Microchip Lookup Tool (https://bit.ly/4e3ZPg1) to verify. You may need to re-register your pet with a reliable database to ensure they can always be found.
Taking care of your pet’s teeth is about more than just fresh breath (though we love that bonus!). 🐾 Did you know that dental disease is one of the most common health conditions in pets, with most dogs and cats over 3 showing signs of it? 😬
If left untreated, dental disease can lead to tooth pain, tooth loss, and even bigger problems like infections that affect your pet's heart, liver, and kidneys. This can seriously impact their overall health and shorten their lifespan.
Let's keep those smiles healthy and our furry friends happy! 🦷💙
11/12/2024
Show some extra love to your older furry friends this Senior Pet Health month! 👴🐶
Let's celebrate their lives and get them ready for many more holiday seasons by taking advantage of our Senior Pet Health Pack offer! 🎅🎄
Featuring comprehensive care including exam, lab work, blood pressure and more, we want to help ensure they're in top health for years to come. 🐾🐱
For a limited time, we are offering a $75 discount*.
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Award winning Groveway Veterinary Hospital has been a pillar of the Castro Valley community over the last 40+ years. It was established by the late Dr. Hackler in the 1970’s on the foundation of compassionate care, community involvement and the desire to help both pets and their owners. To this day we proudly hold these values true to our hearts. If you are looking for an outstanding veterinary hospital in Castro Valley, we are very happy you’ve found us!
In June of 2017 one of our veterinarians, Dr. Moffatt, was awarded the California Veterinary Medical Association’s “Outstanding DVM of the Year”. This award recognizes Dr. Moffatt’s hard work and dedication to his patients, clients and staff alike. All the team at Groveway Veterinary Hospital and the Castro Valley community are incredibly proud of Dr. Moffatt’s achievement!
How do we provide compassionate care?
It starts from developing a quality team of individuals that are caring, respectful, motivated & highly skilled.
Our team is our greatest asset: It starts with our friendly and helpful Client Service Representatives – the advocates for our clients, to our technical team that holds the crucial responsibility of providing nursing care to our patients – the advocates for your pets. Our highly educated veterinarians use their vast medical knowledge and their for pets to help everyone that walks through our doors. High standards of clinical care is something our whole team embraces and your furry friends benefit from.
AAHA Accreditation
We offer all of our clients a very high standard of medical, surgical, and dental veterinary care. Our hospital passed over 900 standards of veterinary excellence and with flying colors! To maintain this accreditation, hospitals undergo a rigorous review by veterinary experts every three years.
Learn more about AAHA accreditation and why our accreditation is important to you and your pet by visiting: aaha.org/petowner.
At Groveway Veterinary Hospital we encourage our team members to further their knowledge through continuing education in all areas of the Veterinary industry. We provide training ranging from dentistry, to anesthesia, to ultrasound and even client service. As a result, we are proud to be able to provide a higher level of general practice medicine here at Groveway. We are able to care for pets of all shapes and sizes! From dogs and cats, to birds and snakes, even pigs and goats! Pets are our passion. And keeping them healthy is our #1 priority.
Community Based
Our team immerses ourselves in the wider Castro Valley community and supports our local animal charities, shelters and societues. As members of the local Chamber of Commerce, we keep our finger on the pulse of the needs of our community. We work with local charities Guide Dogs of America and Canine Companions for Independence to provide assistance for these amazing organizations. We take care of the Alameda County Sheriff’s Department, providing treatment for the K9s and education for the deputies free of charge!
Established in 2013, The Dr. Russell Hackler Memorial Fund was initiated to honor the late Dr. Hackler and to help pets in need. The RHMF has raised over $7000 to date and helped numerous pets and their families.
The people and the pets of the Greater Castro Valley area are our passion. Our team comes to work every day to provide the best care possible for your furry companions and family members!
