The VCA Bay Area Veterinary Specialist and Emergency Hospital in San Leandro has closed as of March 22, 2026, after many years of service to Hayward’s stray animals. Residents are asked to follow new after-hours guidance for sick or injured animals.
For emergency or critical injuries, take animals to Veterinary Emergency Group (VEG) at 2431 San Ramon Valley Blvd., San Ramon, CA 94583, open 24/7. For minor illnesses or young animals, visit www.haywardanimals.org for kitten care instructions or keep the animal safe overnight. During business hours, animals can be brought to the Hayward Animal Services Bureau at 16 Barnes Ct., open Tuesday–Saturday from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. An Animal Control Officer is available Tuesday–Saturday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.…