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Hill Veterinary Turns 182 (In Dog Years)

Has it really been 26 human years since Hill's Veterinary Hospital opened its doors!

 

lt was 26 years ago this May that Hill’s Veterinary Hospital first opened its doors in Castro Valley, according to founder Dr. Robert A. Hill.

Hill started practicing in Castro Valley in 1980, before opening his own practice on Redwood Road in 1987.  

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In addition to his practice, he has been active in the community:

  • by giving career talks at local elementary and middle schools,
  • presenting at Career Night at Castro Valley High School
  • supporting the Vannoy Elementary Cougarthon fundraiser
  • participating in Fix our Feral Spay/Neuter clinics, and
  • encouraging cat and dog adoptions by offering free wellness exams to pets adopted through humane societies, shelters, and rescue groups. 

His associate, Dr. Sara E. Andre, a Castro Valley native, joined the staff last year and is happy to be practicing veterinary medicine in her home town.

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Dr. Hill said he, Dr. Andre and the staff emphasize preventive medicine to achieve happier, healthier, and longer lives for their patients.

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