Washington Avenue Veterinary Emergency & Specialty Hospital (WAVES)

Locally owned and veterinarian-led, WAVES is defined by medical excellence and integrity, with every clinical decision guided by what is in the patient’s best interests. We provide emergency, internal medicine, oncology, and surgical services

For nearly three decades, Bay Area Veterinary Specialists (BAVS) was a cornerstone of specialty and emergency care in the East Bay. When BAVS unexpectedly closed its doors in March 2026, it left a profound gap in the community of pet families who relied on it. Four long-time BAVS team-members recognized this need and partnered to reopen and establish WAVES. Today, WAVES provides emergency, internal medicine, oncology, and surgical services. We are committed to continuing to care for our beloved community while advancing the quality of our medicine

Mission — Our mission is to combine advanced medicine with genuine human connection to deliver specialty and emergency veterinary care the heartfelt way. As partners in care for our patients and the veterinarians who trust us, we lead with respect, communicate openly, and support every step of the journey