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Location
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Mon- Fri: 8:00am – 6:00pm
Sat & Sun: Closed
434 North Coast Highway 101
Encinitas, California 92024
Where Tails Meet the Tide
Our mission is to care deeply for every pet as if they were our own.
At Tide & Tail Veterinary Hospital, compassion comes first in every conversation, every exam, and every decision we make. We believe veterinary medicine should be guided by empathy, honesty, and trust.
We honor the bond between people and their pets by creating a calm, supportive space where families feel heard, respected, and genuinely cared for. Our goal is not only to treat illness, but to build relationships that support pets and their families through every stage of life.
At Tide & Tail Animal Hospital, we’re committed to providing compassionate, comprehensive care for every stage of your pet’s life. From routine wellness exams and preventive care to surgery, dentistry, diagnostics, and more, our experienced team is here to support your pet’s health and well-being. We treat every pet like a member of our own family and work closely with you to help them live a long, happy, and healthy life.
Wellness and Prevention
Dentistry
Urgent Care
Surgery
Senior Care
Euthanasia
We are currently welcoming new clients to our veterinary clinic. By joining Tide & Tail Animal Hospital Service we guarantee that you will not be disappointed with the level of service you will receive. To get started simply get in touch with us!
Originally from São Paulo, Brazil, Dr. Nicole Colloca has dedicated her career to providing compassionate, high-quality veterinary care. After earning her veterinary degree in 2008 and completing the U.S. licensing process, she has spent the past 15 years caring for pets and building lasting relationships with families throughout North County San Diego.
Dr. Colloca founded Tide & Tail Animal Hospital with a simple vision: to create a modern veterinary practice where exceptional medicine is paired with genuine compassion, personalized care, and a welcoming environment for every pet and their family.
She believes the best veterinary care is built on trust, kindness, and strong relationships, and she looks forward to caring for your pets for years to come.
"Dr. Colloca, has been caring for our 3 fur babies for years. She is dedicated, honest and deeply cares for each and every patient that is under her care. She always takes the time to check on the wellbeing of her extended family every step of the way. If you are looking for a veterinarian to love and care for your babies as much as you do I highly recommend Dr. Colloca.I am truly thankful for everything she has done for our Sammi, Bella and Nola
We are looking forward to the opening of Tide and Tail Animal Hospital!"
- Paula S.
"You can tell how much someone cares about their job by how much effort they put in to prepare b4 even showing up at the office. Dr. Nicole has put in maximum effort to make sure that she will be the vet you want and need, not just the one you get when you show up. Ask your pet who they prefer, they'll tell you that Dr. Nicole is the only one they trust!"
- Keith R.
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Location
Hours
P: (760) 933-6961
E: care@tideandtailvet.com
434 North Coast Highway 101
Encinitas, California 92024
Mon- Fri: 8:00am – 6:00pm
Sat & Sun: Closed
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