Sunset Cliffs Animal Hospital

Annual wellness exams ensure pets receive tailored preventive care based on age, breed, and health status. Our veterinarians assess vital signs, administer necessary vaccines, and identify early signs of illness. These visits promote long-term health through proactive monitoring and client education.

We provide core and lifestyle-based vaccinations for dogs and cats, including rabies, distemper, and feline leukemia. Vaccines protect against contagious diseases, comply with California regulations, and are administered following health assessments to ensure safety and efficacy.

Non-anesthetic dental cleanings use ultrasonic scalers to remove plaque and polish teeth, preventing gum disease and systemic infections. Services include fluoride treatments and are performed bi-monthly by certified technicians, ensuring oral health without sedation risks.

We perform spay/neuter procedures, mass removals, and dental extractions, along with specialized brachycephalic airway surgery for bulldogs. Surgeries address structural issues linked to respiratory and digestive health, improving quality of life through advanced techniques.

Kitty Condos offer secure, climate-controlled boarding with wood-fiber cages and plexiglass windows for visibility. Cats enjoy separate compartments with shelves for comfort, while owners benefit from 24/7 monitoring and emergency veterinary access during stays.

Graduated from UC Davis School of Veterinary Medicine in 1996. Specializes in bulldog care and brachycephalic airway surgery. Resides in San Diego with her family and five bulldogs.

Feline-friendly certified graduate of Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine. Completed internships in small animal medicine and radiology. Native San Diegan with expertise in exotic medicine.

We refer emergencies to local 24/7 hospitals but provide urgent care during business hours for established patients.

Cats must have current rabies, distemper, and feline leukemia vaccines to board in our Kitty Condos.

Prescription refills require 24-hour notice and are available for medications on file after a recent exam.

Yes, our ultrasonic cleanings performed by certified technicians minimize risks while maintaining oral health.

All wellness exams, surgeries, and dental services require scheduled appointments booked in advance.

I was referred to Sunset Cliffs Animal Hospital (specifically Dr. Silvaberg) to care for my one year old Boston Terrier, who needed the NARs surgery. We began establishing a relationship in December 2023 where Dr. Silvaberg without a full consultation, let us know that our dog will need the full works, nose, soft palette, tonsillectomy and a laryngeal sacculectomy. We were issued an estimate for surgery right before Christmas for a high of $3,275.

After needing to think through this major operation, my family and I came back for an updated estimate, which was raised to a high of $4,338, a $1,063 increase from December to May. We made an appointment to discuss the raise in price and see if there was any opportunity to work with us, with a raise in hospitalization, including a $1,000 hospital fee, for my dog to stay overnight in the doctors house. Dr. Silvaberg laughed in our face and let us know "if we couldn't afford it, go play lotto" or to "start a gofundme, because everyone is struggling right now." As if those comments were not enough, we ended the visit with Dr. Silvaberg letting us know that, "this is not about the money, it's about giving our dog a better chance at life." I left the office sick to my stomach, because if it was truly not about the money, why the harsh increase.

I trusted my gut and took my dog for a second opinion and met a phenomenal vet who let me know after completeing her nose surgery that the soft palette, tonsillectomy and a laryngeal sacculectomy were perfect and totally not needed. That being said, for $4,338, Dr. Silvaberg was going to completely mutilate my puppy for a paycheck. The lack of empathy that Dr. Silvaberg has for her clients is astounding and to say I am disgusted is an understatement, please beware of this practice and trust your instinct.

This is the best bet Iv been too in the 5 year owner ship of my dog. I have a very reactive collie mix and they handled him perfectly and all went very smoothly

We had the best experience bringing our Frenchie here for a spay and airway surgery! Dr Berg is so knowledgeable about the bulldog breed and we felt so comfortable having the procedure here. Our Frenchie did perfectly and is now breathing better and no more snoring! Its amazing. Thank you again. Also the entire staff is warm and so helpful!

This is the best vet! Every person that works there is so kind and loves animals. Every vet is great. Dr. Berg (I think she's the owner?) is our vet and she is wonderful. If we need to see someone else I've never been disappointed. They go above and beyond. They remember me and my dog which I appreciate. She is very nervous at the vet and they will literally sit on the ground with her. We've lived in a couple different cities and I've never loved a vet more. I would give 10 stars if I could.