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The veterinary hospital staff at Animal and Bird Hospital of Del Mar is committed to providing excellent, professional care to our clients and their beloved pets of all shapes and breeds. Please browse our website and take a look at the veterinary services we offer to pets in the Del Mar, Solana Beach, Rancho Santa Fe, Carmel Valley and all surrounding areas.

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Early detection of health problems can allow for prompt treatment. At least once, and perhaps twice per year, your pet should have a complete physical examination. Remember, an animal's lifespan is shorter than ours and their health can change significantly over a 12-month period. We are committed to providing pets and pet owners with the finest veterinary care possible in our area.
Sometimes the hardest part about choosing an avian veterinarian is simply finding one. Finding an avian veterinarian and establishing a good relationship with him or her are perhaps two of the most beneficial things you can do for your pet bird. Birds' instincts are also different from other pets. Birds mask symptoms to avoid showing signs of weakness to predators.
Animal & Bird Hospital of Del Mar offers nutrition counseling as needed during office visits. Why is this important? Pets are living longer, healthier lives than ever before and a big part of that is due to our expanded knowledge of the importance of proper nutrition to overall health. In fact, nutrition is the biggest health variable controlled by a pet's caregiver.
One of the frustrations of dealing with a sick pet is that you cannot simply ask what is wrong. That is why advanced veterinary diagnostics is important. When your pet is not well, we need to find out what is happening on the inside. Advanced diagnostics help us identify the problem so that we can develop an effective treatment plan.
We are trained, skilled and experienced veterinary surgeons. We approach this aspect of our profession with a deep sense of compassion for all animals. The staff at Animal & Bird Hospital of Del Mar understands that the decision to allow your beloved companion to undergo surgery is never an easy one.
Reviews (18)
Glenys Rothwell
Glenys Rothwell
Nov 23, 2021
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The communication of the front desk staff and manager is atrocious. This is only our second visit to this office. Brought my dog in Saturday and vet said they would call with test results within 24 hours. Called the next day, day after, no results… 4 days later, the manager was supposed to call (never did). 5th day find out the sample was lost… and never made it to the lab. Front desk said they would refund the amount for the test that wasn’t successfully performed. Waited another 4 days, only to find out the refund was never issued because the manager has to do it and was allegedly
So-Young Kim
So-Young Kim
Oct 02, 2021
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I’ve had a pleasure of having Dr. Mira as my birds’ doc for a few years while living in SD and he helped them when they were in near death conditions. (They are still going strong and healthy in their elderly years.) When I was told by another local avian vet, “the outcome will be the same (they were presuming death), don’t waste your money on them,” Dr. Mira was there still informing me of all the practical consequences/possibilities, but he was compassionate and open to trying methods I suggested based on peer reviewed scholarly articles. He understood that my birds were my family
NicJ Thomas
NicJ Thomas
Jun 14, 2021
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Positive: Professionalism, Quality, Reliability, Responsiveness, Value
Very quick and helpful with an emergency with my dog. They took him immediately and was able to effectively remedy the issue. They are kind and communicate well. Highly recommend.
Max Pidgeon
Max Pidgeon
Mar 23, 2021
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Critical: Quality, Reliability
I’ve taken my dogs here multiple times now and it’s always a 20+ minute wait. Having dogs that not only don’t like the vet, but car rides as well, is not a fun mix
Lapenski Nyc
Lapenski Nyc
Dec 05, 2020
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I have been getting my cockatiels wings and nails clipped here since April and I love it!
Very responsive and he’s not freaked out when I bring him home.
Plus he gets a chance to enjoy the bird sanctuary next door.
Sarah Kassab
Sarah Kassab
Jun 28, 2020
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Positive: Professionalism, Quality, Reliability, Responsiveness
I am so pleased with the service. I didn’t have appointment and my bird was so sick. They let us in and helped my bird get stable. The dr. is so nice and answered all our questions. All the staff were very kind and helpful.
Evan Tc Quintana
Evan Tc Quintana
Dec 15, 2019
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This location created a very kind atmosphere that was quite comfortable. While registration of our appointment was a bit confusing, it ended up to be quick and mostly hassle-free- we got an appointment the same day, within an hour of calling (perhaps just lucky). At the office, we waited only a minimal amount before seeing a quite friendly assistant. Later, our doctor diagnosed our conure in an efficient and honest manner, without harming the bird, keeping us cheery the entire time. He saw our problem as it was, rather than jumping straight to a prescription to fix it, and led us through his thought
Nonoyo Beezewax
Nonoyo Beezewax
Nov 18, 2019
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I can't sing the praises of this place enough! They definitely earned their 5 star rating in every category, every time.
I've owned birds for more than two decades. Keep in mind it is VERY difficult to find an avian specialist and someone who is willing to treat small birds.
Dr Mira, and the staff at Animal & Bird Hospital, however deserve 10 stars for his (and their) genuine compassion on birds and all of our animal family members who come through their door.
I haven't yet found a veterinarian who is more kind, gentle, understanding (to both the animal and the owner) and affordable than him
Sandra Taylor
Sandra Taylor
Nov 10, 2019
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Met Dr Mira last week with one of my big parrots. Super comfortable with the way he and his staff handled my bird. Great care and will be taking my other two in for well bird checks soon. Would highly recommend this facility
Gifford Nowland
Gifford Nowland
Jun 01, 2019
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Dr Greenfield was very patient, kind, knowledgeable, and straightforward in the diagnosis and care of our Conure. I will unreservedly trust him with my pets’ well-being. We also had a beak trim and the veterinary assistants were absolutely wonderful; gentile, professional, and effective. They did a fabulous job of ensuring our parrot was relaxed and comfortable during the trim. I’m sorry that @Jana Andreas had a bad experience but I don’t think that it’s necessarily indicative of their current staff. I will for sure go back.
Kathleen Blair Tierney
Kathleen Blair Tierney
Jan 24, 2018
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We now have 4 furbabies who own us and I can't think of better place to take them for all their needs. Caring, friendly, and knowledgeable. Special thanks to an incredibly compassionate Cory Greenfield DVM for easing our little old man Chester to that big spaghetti heaven in the sky.
Liz Kern
Liz Kern
Jul 15, 2017
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Everyone takes such great care of my four legged fur babies. I won't take them anywhere else.
Stankaitis Kozue
Stankaitis Kozue
Jun 04, 2017
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Dr. Cory Greenfield is very helpful and thoughtful. We are so happy to his work. Thank you!!!
Trish Vaughn
Trish Vaughn
Mar 23, 2017
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Dr.Mira is an amazing vet! 🐾He genuinely cares about his patients, both animal and human! Dr.Mira provided an excellent standard of care for my 15 yr old lab and followed a practical protocol to give her the best life in her senior years. The staff was attentive and very thoughtful. Thank you! 🐾
Wendy Liberko
Wendy Liberko
Dec 12, 2015
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Dr. Ditsche opened our eyes to a higher level of health and comfort we could easily provide our older English Bulldog. Wow, didn't know what we were missing. Thank you. We are glad we made the switch to the Animal and Bird Hospital!
Denelle Smalley Curry
Denelle Smalley Curry
May 27, 2015
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The best there is! I have been seeing three of their vets and referring them for years. They have a wonderful staff and the best technology available. My dogs feel right at home!:)
Jeff Narucki
Jeff Narucki
Jan 08, 2015
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The vets and staff are animal lovers first, as well as being tops in their areas of specialty.
Darren Marshall
Darren Marshall
May 30, 2014
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We have met two of the Doctors here, Layne and Sheila. Both are the warmest, most approachable veterinarians we have ever met. They really care about our pup Jack, and give us great post visit care instructions. The staff up front is really nice too - it's not like a clinic, it's like a friendly place you take your pet, to make them feel better. Jack seems to like it too - he's not as nervous going here as he was at our previous pet hospital. There IS a better atmosphere here!