Mother Lode Veterinary Hospital

01/02/2024

January 2 is ! 🧳 🐾 Is your pet your travel companion? Show us a photo of your pet-friendly travels in the comments below and share your favorite travel tip!

12/31/2023

🎉🐾 Wishing you a PAW-sitively amazing New Year! Thanks to all our clients and their furry companions for a fantastic year. Here's to more tail-wagging moments in 2024! #2024

12/28/2023

We are absolutely stunned by your kindness this holiday season! Mother Lode Veterinary Hospital would like to thank all of its wonderful clients for their generous donations to the Giving Tree this year. The donations helped our local rescues make sure that these pets were not forgotten this season. We are grateful to give back to this community of ours!

A big shout out to Tina at Mother Lode for organizing this event every year and to Shea for helping put up the trees, ornaments, and holiday decorations!

Also, thank you to the students in the after school programs at the Auburn Recreation District who handmade blankets for these pets!

We look forward to seeing you all in 2024!

12/28/2023

12/25/2023

Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays from all of us at Mother Lode Veterinary Hospital! Wishing you a season full of joy. ❄️🎁 🎄

12/20/2023

The holidays are full of delicious treats, beautiful decorations, laughter, and music, but it’s important to be mindful of what is safe for your pet. Here are some tips to help keep your pet happy and healthy throughout the holidays. ⛄

https://motherlodevet.com/news/holiday-pet-safety

12/18/2023

In celebration of the upcoming holidays, we will be closed on December 25th and January 1. If your pet has an emergency, please call Marqueen Emergency Animal Hospital at (916) 757-6600. On Tuesday, December 26th we will open at 9AM. On Tuesday, January 2nd we will resume regular business hours and will be open at 8AM. Happy Paw-lidays! 🐾❤️

12/13/2023

On , let's tip our hats to the unsung heroes of history - our four-legged friends who've plowed fields, carried us into battle, and galloped to victory in races. Share a photo of your horse, and let's celebrate their grace and strength today. 🐎

As many of you know, most of our veterinarians practiced equine medicine before coming to Mother Lode, so these gentle giants hold a special place in our hearts!

12/10/2023

This week we are celebrating YOU! On , we want to thank you for being such great paw-rents and for entrusting us with your pet’s care. 🐾

12/09/2023

Today is ! Thank you to our veterinarians and veterinary staff who work hard to keep pets happy and healthy. 🙏🐾

12/05/2023

Happy ! Today, we salute the amazing shelter pets who have found their forever homes. Share a photo of your shelter pet and their inspiring adoption story. 🐾

12/02/2023

Happy ! Let's celebrate the unique charm and endless love that mixed-breed dogs bring into our lives. Share a photo of your pup in the comments below.🐶❤️

12/01/2023

🐾❤️ Happy ! Share a photo of your feline friend and tell us one thing you love most about them.

11/30/2023

Happy ! Today, we celebrate the furry, feathered, and scaly friends who light up our lives with love and laughter. Share a photo of your pet and let's spread some joy! 🐶🐱🦜

11/26/2023

We are happy to bring back "The Giving Tree" this holiday season to support our local Nevada County animal rescue groups. Ornaments on the tree represent various items needed by a particular rescue pet (one item per ornament). Please select an ornament (or two) off the tree. Once the item has been purchased, attach the donation item to the ornament and drop it off with one of our staff members. Donations will be accepted until December 21st. Due to the overwhelming number of animals in shelters/rescues this year, we have put up two giving trees. We look forward to lending a hand to as many pets as we can! Happy Holidays!

11/23/2023

We’re thankful for the tail wags and purrfect smiles from our wonderful patients! From all of us here at Mother Lode Veterinary Hospital, have a safe and happy ! 🦃

11/21/2023

EMERGING CANINE RESPIRATORY DISEASE

An unknown, possibly severe form of canine cough is on the rise; owners can help ensure their pet’s health by recognizing symptoms early.

READ MORE HERE: https://motherlodevet.com/news/emergingcaninerespiratorydisease

11/21/2023

In celebration of Thanksgiving, we’ll be closed on Thursday, November 23. If your pet has an emergency, please call Marqueen Pet Emergency at (916) 757-6600. We will re-open on Friday the 24th at 10AM. Enjoy your ! 🥧

11/20/2023

Happy Thanksgiving! Remember, most of the food at your feast is not safe for your furry friends. Here are some tips for a pet friendly Thanksgiving!

https://motherlodevet.com/news/thanksgiving-23

11/17/2023

It's and we're pawsitively excited! Whether you're hitting the trails or just strolling through a local park, it’s a great day to get outside. Share a photo of your hike with us in the comments below! 🐶🏞️

11/13/2023

We are pleased to welcome Dr. Katie Johnson to the Mother Lode Team! Help us in giving her a warm welcome!

Dr. Katie Johnson is a Northern California native who grew up with dogs, cats, horses, and sheep. Dr. Katie received her Bachelors of Science degree in Animal Sciences from the University of Florida (go gators!). After completing her veterinary education at UF, she moved back to California to be near her family.

Dr. Katie completed an internship at Loomis Basin Equine, where she stayed on as an associate for 4 years.

Dr. Katie is looking forward to returning to small animal practice, where her interests include palliative and end of life care, preventative medicine, and rehabilitation.
In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her husband and two dogs, Gizmo and Ellie. She also enjoys hiking, crossfit, and baking.

11/13/2023

Today is and we want you to help us spread the love! In the comments below, give a shout-out to someone in our community who makes a difference or leave some kind words for someone at our practice.

11/12/2023

Did you know that mental stimulation is just as important as physical exercise for pets? On , let's challenge our pets with puzzle toys and interactive games to keep their minds sharp and their tails wagging. Find more enrichment tips: https://motherlodevet.com/news/world-enrichment-day

11/11/2023

This , we thank all the brave members of the armed forces who serve our country! We are so grateful for the sacrifices you have made for our freedom.

11/07/2023

Today is . 🐕🩺 Did you know that there are more than 30 types of canine lymphoma? Pet owners should be aware of symptoms such as enlarged lymph nodes, lethargy, loss of appetite, weakness, or weight loss.

11/06/2023

It's National Animal Shelter Week! Let's give a shoutout to all the dedicated shelters and rescue organizations working tirelessly to give animals a second chance at love and happiness. 💕 Consider adopting, volunteering, or donating to support their noble cause. 🐶🐱

11/02/2023

November is ! As our pets age, it’s important to understand how their needs may change. 💕 Learn more about caring for your senior pet: https://motherlodevet.com/news/national-senior-pet-month

11/01/2023

We hope everyone had a wonderful Halloween yesterday! Here are a few photos from some of our clinic trick-or-treaters! 🎃👻

11/01/2023

November 1 is ! A big thank you to all the groomers who keep our pets looking their best. Help us celebrate by posting your pet’s favorite haircut in the comments below! 🐩📸

10/31/2023

Happy Halloween (Howl-o-ween or Meow-loween)! We hope your day is filled with pet friendly treats and costumes, and lots of spooky fun. 🎃👻

10/30/2023

October 30 is ! Be sure to show your pets some extra TLC today and maybe even spoil them with a few of their favorite treats. 🐶🐱

10/29/2023

Happy ! 🐱 Today, let's celebrate the love, comfort, and endless joy our feline friends bring into our lives. Share a photo of your fur baby and tell us what makes them extra special.

10/28/2023

Today is ! Share a photo of your pitties and pit mixes in the comments below and tell us why you love the breed. 📸

10/25/2023

We are excited to announce that we finally have our hands on Librela - the only monoclonal antibody injection used in dogs with osteoarthritis pain! Visit the link below to learn more about this product! If you feel like your dog could benefit from this, call our office at (530) 272-6651 to schedule an appointment with one of our veterinarians.

https://motherlodevet.com/news/Librela-23

10/23/2023

🐾🎃👻 Keep Your Furry Friends Safe this Halloween! 🐶🐱"🦴
Halloween can be a spooky time for our pets too! Learn how to ensure your four-legged companions have a safe and fun Halloween.

https://motherlodevet.com/news/halloween-pet-safety-tips-23

10/22/2023

Hope you are feeling that spooky holiday spirit - we certainly are!

To make sure our team can spend some quality time with their families (both human and pet), we will have altered hours below:

10/31/2023: 8:00 AM - 3:30 PM

Please be sure to order ahead and pick up any food and/or medications before our early closing.

To help put a smile on faces and get into the Halloween spirit we are calling all those who have an appointment on 10/31/2023 to dress your pet up in a costume. All who's pets come dressed in a costume will be rewarded $5.00 of your exam fee!! All who's pets refuse to dress up can still trick-or-treat for a doggie biscuit.

Thank you for trusting us with the care of your pet. We are so appreciative of each and every one of you. Happy Halloween!

10/21/2023

Ready, set, FETCH! It's , and we're all about celebrating the joy of playtime with our canine companions. Share your fetch photos in the comments below! 📸🎉

10/20/2023

This week, October 15-21, is RVT (Registered Veterinary Technician) week. Each day we will be posting about one of our 7 wonderful RVTs.

Robyn has been at Mother Lode for 1 year. She graduated from Yuba College. Her favorite part of the job is being a part of a pet feeling better and seeing the owners happy. When she’s not working, she enjoys being with and riding her horses.

10/19/2023

This week, October 15-21, is RVT (Registered Veterinary Technician) week. Each day we will be posting about one of our 7 wonderful RVTs.

Kaitlyn E. has been at Mother Lode for 4 years. She graduated from Yuba College. Her favorite part of the job is the technical skills of the diagnosis of a pet or getting to monitor anesthesia. When she’s not working she enjoys gardening.