Veterinary Resources
Twin Oaks Animal Hospital has put together a few helpful resources for pet owners in San Marcos, CA. Below, you’ll find information on local pet services, along with emergency and poison control contacts.
Local Pet Services
Dogs four months and older must have a valid license, which requires proof of rabies vaccination. Licenses can be purchased or renewed online through the San Diego Humane Society’s licensing partner, DocuPet.
If your pet goes missing, contact the San Diego Humane Society at (619) 299-7012. You can also visit in person to search for your pet; bringing a photo can help with identification.
In San Marcos, dogs must be leashed unless in a designated off-leash area or on a confined property.
- Hollandia Park — 12 Mission Hills Road
- Montiel Park — 2290 Montiel Road
- San Elijo Park — 1105 Elfin Forest Road
- Sunset Park — 909 Puesta Del Sol
- Innovation Park — 1151 Armorlite Drive
Poison Control
- ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center — (888) 426-4435 (a consultation fee may apply)
- Pet Poison Helpline — (855) 764-7661 (a consultation fee may apply)
After-Hours Emergency Clinics
- California Veterinary Specialists — Carlsbad, CA — (760) 431-2273
- Veterinary Specialty Hospital — San Marcos, CA — (760) 466-0600
Visit our Pet Urgent & Emergency Care page for a fuller list of symptoms that call for immediate attention.