Balboa Pet Hospital
3329 Balboa St, San Francisco, CA 94121 · Outer Richmond
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About Balboa Pet Hospital
Balboa Pet Hospital is a veterinary hospital in San Francisco, CA that lists acupuncture, Chinese herbal medicine and pain management for dogs, cats and small exotics.
According to the practice, Balboa Pet Hospital is a long-established full-service veterinary hospital in San Francisco's Outer Richmond neighborhood. The practice also states that the clinic has served San Francisco pet owners since 1948, making it one of the oldest continuous veterinary practices in the city. The practice also states that it has been family-run for decades by Dr. Paul D. Clary.
The hospital offers an Integrative Medicine program that combines conventional Western veterinary care with Traditional Chinese Veterinary Medicine (TCVM), in association with Dr. Starfinder Stanley. Acupuncture is positioned as a complementary treatment — not a replacement — for conventional care, and is particularly relevant for pets dealing with chronic pain, mobility problems, geriatric weakness, and chronic disease.
Services listed by the practice
- Veterinary AcupunctureTCVM needling for pain and chronic conditions.
- Dry-Needle AcupunctureTraditional needle therapy.
- Aqua-AcupunctureInjection of solutions into acupuncture points.
- Electro-AcupunctureElectrical stimulation of acupuncture points.
- Chinese Herbal MedicineCustom TCVM herbal formulas.
- Pain ManagementIntegrative chronic and geriatric pain control.
- Wellness & DiagnosticsFull-service medical care.
- Surgery & EmergencyIn-house surgical and urgent care capabilities.
Before you book
- Fees: Fees are set by the practice. Ask what the first visit costs and how many sessions are usually suggested.
- Referral and records: Ask whether the practice needs your regular veterinarian to refer you or send your pet’s records.
- Insurance: Ask your pet insurance provider whether acupuncture is covered. See our pet insurance guide.
- What to bring: your pet’s records, current medications and a list of questions.
Animals treated
- Dogs
- Cats
- Small Exotics
Areas of care
Areas the practice lists on its website:
- Arthritis
- IVDD
- Chronic Pain
- Geriatric Weakness
- Mobility Problems
- Seizures
- Cancer Support
- Allergies
Conditions such as seizures, cancer support need a veterinary diagnosis and monitoring. Acupuncture does not replace them.
Read our condition guides to learn more. Acupuncture is used alongside, not instead of, veterinary diagnosis and care. See the Medical Disclaimer.
Practitioner
Dr. Starfinder Stanley, VMD
Trained in Veterinary Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania · Veterinary Acupuncture and Chinese Herbal Medicine training at the Chi Institute of Chinese Medicine · Associated with Balboa Pet Hospital's integrative medicine and TCVM services.
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Questions about this practice
Where is Balboa Pet Hospital located?
The hospital is located at 3329 Balboa St, San Francisco, CA 94121, in the Outer Richmond neighborhood.
Does Balboa Pet Hospital offer acupuncture?
Yes. The hospital offers acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Veterinary Medicine (TCVM), including dry-needle acupuncture, aqua-acupuncture, and electro-acupuncture.
Who provides the acupuncture services?
Dr. Starfinder Stanley, VMD is associated with the hospital's acupuncture and TCVM services. He trained in veterinary acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine at the Chi Institute of Chinese Medicine.
What are the hours?
Monday through Friday, 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM (Wednesday closes for lunch 12:00–2:00 PM). Closed Saturday and Sunday.
Does Balboa Pet Hospital offer acupuncture for dogs, cats and small exotics?
Balboa Pet Hospital lists acupuncture among its services for dogs, cats and small exotics. Ask the practice who performs the acupuncture, what training they have and whether your animal and its condition are a good fit.
Where is Balboa Pet Hospital?
3329 Balboa St, San Francisco, CA 94121.
How do I contact the practice?
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