Mountain View Animal Hospital will be closed at noon on Tuesday, December 24th, 2024, closed all day Wednesday, December 25th, and will open again on Thursday, December 26th 2024 with normal business hours. We wish everyone a safe and happy holiday season! – MVAH Staff

Mountain View Animal Hospital

FAQs

Below are some common FAQs that might help answer any questions or concerns. Please feel free to call for any other concerns you might have about your pet.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are your hours?

We are open M-F 7:00 – 5:30.

What forms of payment do you accept?

Cash, Visa, Discover, Mastercard, American Express

Do we offer payment plans?

We offer payment plans through CareCredit – they offer financing to help keep your most cherished family members in top shape.

What kind of pets do you treat?

We treat dogs, cats, rabbits, and other small pocket pets.

Do I need an appointment?

Yes, please call 605-343-8050 to book an appointment or book online.

How do I book an appointment?

You can book an appointment by calling us at 605-343-8050 or book online.

What are the recommended vaccines for a dog?

We administer vaccines based on your dog’s lifestyle. Rabies, DHPP, and Lepto are core vaccines that should be administered to all pets in our area. Bordetella and rattlesnake vaccines are recommended for dogs that will need protection due to exposure potential.

What vaccines are recommended for cats?

Rabies and FVRCP are core vaccines for all cats. FeLV is recommended for outdoor cats or cats who have exposure potential.

Why should I spay or neuter my dog or cat?

There are a number of benefits to spaying/neutering. Some of these include decreasing overpopulation, limiting aggression, avoiding pyometra, decreasing roaming, and cancer prevention.

What age should I spay or neuter my dog or cat?

The age we recommend spaying or neutering your dog is based on focusing on the overall health and development of your dog and varies by breed, size, and sex of your dog. We are happy to provide information specific to each dog during their exam, so that every dog owner is able to make an educated decision as to the appropriate time.

Should I give my dog or cat monthly heartworm preventative?

Yes, we recommend administering heartworm preventative year-round. This medication can also be used to treat some internal parasites as well.

Should I give my dog or cat flea and tick preventative?

We do recommend that clients keep their pets on flea/tick medication.

How can I order food, medications, and preventatives for my pet?

You can order medications by calling us at 605-343-8050.

Click here to visit our online pharmacy store.