📍 Why Cross the Border for Vet Care?

• Save 50–70% on surgeries, diagnostics, and treatments
• U.S.-trained vets with bilingual staff
• Modern facilities just minutes from the border
• No insurance needed — transparent, upfront pricing

VetPlayas welcomes pets from San Diego, Chula Vista, and across Southern California every single week.

🚗 What Documents Do I Need?

For your **pet**:

• Vaccination records (especially rabies, up-to-date)
• Optional: Pet passport or health certificate for return (rarely requested)

For **you**:

• Valid U.S. passport, passport card, or SENTRI pass
• Driver’s license and proof of auto insurance
• Entry documents for Mexico not required for short visits

🚦 Tip: Crossing south is typically fast. Return wait times vary — SENTRI helps.

🐾 What to Expect at VetPlayas

• Clean, modern clinic near the border
• Bilingual team fluent in English & Spanish
• Same-day appointments for most services
• Emergency, surgical, dental & preventive care

See all services here.

📍 Directions from the U.S.

We’re located just 10–15 minutes from the San Ysidro border by car or Uber.

🗺️ GPS-friendly address and maps provided once you book your appointment. Contact us for details.

💬 What Pet Parents Say

“I saved over $2,000 on my dog’s surgery at VetPlayas. They were professional, kind, and spoke fluent English. I’d do it again in a heartbeat.”
– Jenna M., San Diego

“Clean clinic, smooth border crossing, excellent vets. Don’t let fear stop you from getting better care for less.”
– Carlos G., Chula Vista

✅ Conclusion: Quality Care Doesn’t Need a Zip Code

Don’t let sky-high vet bills in the U.S. keep your pet from getting the care they need. At VetPlayas, we combine **U.S.-level quality** with **Mexico-level affordability** — all just a short drive away.

Got questions about crossing the border with your pet? Reach out now — our bilingual team is happy to help guide you.