Mountain View Animal Hospital

07/07/2024

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06/20/2024

Check out our new blog post on cooperative care training!

by Dr. Kelsey Woolsey, DVMWhat is cooperative care? Cooperative care is defined as training an animal to not only tolerate handling and husbandry procedures, but be an active willing participant in those experiences. Many routine husbandry procedures such as nail trimming, grooming, ear cleaning, et...

05/22/2024

04/01/2024

Spring is here! Do you plan on hitting the trails or visiting the lake this spring with your dog? Is your dog protected against Leptospirosis? Check out our blog post for more information on vaccinating for this disease.

by Dr. Kelsey Woolsey What is Leptospirosis? Leptospirosis (Lepto) is a disease caused by infection with the bacterial spirochete Leptospira. Many different species of animals are susceptible to and can carry the bacteria that causes Leptospirosis including cattle, horses, dogs, rodents, and wild an...

03/08/2024

Ear infections are something we treat everyday! Check out our new blog post on the Do's and Don'ts of canine ear infections.

by Dr. Kelsey Woolsey, DVM Otitis externa, more commonly known as an ear infection, is acute or chronic inflammation of the external ear canal. This condition is all too common in our canine companions. Clinical signs of an ear infection can include scratching at ears, pain, head shaking, head tilt,...

02/22/2024

The AVMA has the latest update on the "mysterious canine respiratory disease". Follow the link for more information:

The outbreak of atypical canine infectious respiratory infectious disease complex (aCIRDC) that grabbed the nation’s attention late last year appears to be receding. Experts say a periodic spike in CIRDC cases in various regions is to be expected; however, the most recent wave differed from previo...

02/22/2024

Dental month is almost over. Check out our blog post for tips on keeping your pets teeth healthy!

By Dr. Alissa Stichler, DVM Gold Standard: Brushing teeth It is recommended to use a canine or feline toothbrush as they conform to a pet's mouth and teeth. You can use a human toothbrush but you will probably find it difficult to manipulate in the pet's mouth. Never use a human toothpaste for a pet...

02/01/2024

February is National Pet Dental Health Month! Give us a call to learn about the dental month special we are offering on dental cleanings. And don't forget to brush your pets teeth!

01/23/2024

Check out our new blog post on Senior Pet Care!

by Dr. Alissa Stichler, DVM As our pets get older there are certain things we want to do in order to provide the proper care for our aging friends. While our senior pets are more likely to develop certain diseases, it is important to note that aging is a natural process, not a disease itself. Just l...

01/22/2024

There are so many food options out there it is hard to decide what will be best for your pet. There are some common misconceptions when it comes to alternative diets so we hope this article helps with choosing the best food for your furry friend.

There are about as many diet options for your pet as there are for you, so which one is best? Breed, age, weight, allergies, medical conditions, and finances are some of the contributing factors that need to be considered when choosing an alternative diet.

01/01/2024

Happy New Year! Hoping that you all have a healthy year next year! We will be closed tomorrow and reopen Tuesday January 2 at 8am.

12/25/2023

Everyone at Mountain View would like to wish you and your furry friends a Happy Holiday!

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Dr. Kelsey's dog Bravo
Cassie's dogs Lady and Gunner

12/18/2023

Tabitha is still looking for a home!

*Older Kitty Needs a Home*
Tabitha is a spayed female domestic short hair. She is around 12 years old. She was surrendered by her owners who were moving and unable to take her with them. Tabitha appears to be in good health other than being a little overweight and possibly having some arthritis. She does have a crinkled ear from a previous injury. She loves to be brushed. She would do best in a quiet home with no other cats but she has lived with dogs before. If you or someone you know are interested in giving Tabitha a home for the holidays give us a call 541-460-0828

12/06/2023

We have gotten questions from many concerned dog owners about the mysterious canine respiratory disease. Rest assured we are monitoring the situation and will provide updates as we get new information. At this time, there are no reported cases of the illness in Central Oregon. If dog owners are concerned we recommend avoiding high dog traffic areas such as boarding, daycare, and dog parks.

Follow this link for more information:

December 1, 2023 Canine Infectious Respiratory Disease in Oregon Media Inquiries: Please direct interview requests to the Oregon Department of Agriculture spokesperson.Originally published 8.7.23 | Updated 12.1.23 to add additional suggested precautions for dog-related businesses. No changes to medi...

11/28/2023

*Older Kitty Needs a Home*
Tabitha is a spayed female domestic short hair. She is around 12 years old. She was surrendered by her owners who were moving and unable to take her with them. Tabitha appears to be in good health other than being a little overweight and possibly having some arthritis. She does have a crinkled ear from a previous injury. She loves to be brushed. She would do best in a quiet home with no other cats but she has lived with dogs before. If you or someone you know are interested in giving Tabitha a home for the holidays give us a call 541-460-0828

11/28/2023

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11/20/2023

Keep your pets safe and healthy this holiday season!

11/02/2023

Concerned about your pets weight? Check out our new blog post about obesity for some tips.

Obesity in Dogs and Cats Obesity has become an extremely important health problem in the Western world, not just for humans but for dogs and cats as well. Recent studies show approximately 60% of dogs and cats in the U.S. are classified as obese or overweight, making obesity an epidemic. Most pet ow...

08/25/2023

Having a hard time getting your pup our for walks with all the smoke we have had recently? Check our our new blog post on indoor enrichment for dogs!

By Dr. Kelsey Woolsey, DVM What do you do with your dog when going outside for a walk or to play fetch is not an option? Maybe the weather is too cold, too hot, maybe it is smoky and the air quality is unsafe. How do you keep your dog active and mentally stimulated? With enrichment! There are 5 cate...

07/20/2023

Check out our Summer Tip on News Channel 21!

05/19/2023

Check out our new blog post on why enrolling your puppy in a puppy training class is so important.

By Dr. Kelsey Woolsey, DVM I recommend that every puppy be taken to puppy class regardless of its size, behavior, or intended lifestyle. I often get asked “Well, is puppy class really necessary? I have trained puppies before and he is mostly going to be an indoor dog.” The answer is always YES, ...

03/23/2023

It's National Puppy Day! Could there be a better day? Don't forget to bring your puppies in for happy puppy visits. Forming a positive association with the veterinary clinic early in a dogs life can help prevent fearful visits in the future.

03/22/2023

Staff Pet Spotlight! Today we get to meet Cassie's new 6 week old chicks! They are all named after country singers (from left to right): Loretta, Tammy, Dolly, Patsy, and Reba.

03/15/2023

Staff Pet Spotlight! Today we have Siobean's dog Gabriel. He is a 10 year old schnauzer/miniature pincher cross. A few months ago Gabe was diagnosed with diabetes. Since then he has been on a weight loss plan and managed with insulin injections. Gabe has lost 6lbs since his diabetes diagnosis!

03/13/2023

Behavior Monday! Today we are going to discuss some dog body language. Inguinal presentation - when a dog rolls over onto its back.

Inguinal presentation is a sign of submission, deference or an attempt to stop the interaction. Puppies may exhibit this signal to show that they are not a threat to another dog. When this happens, the older dog usually sniffs the puppy and walks away or just walks away. In general, it is best to assume that a dog who offers inguinal presentation doesn’t want to be touched, but instead would like to be left alone. When trying to analyze an animal’s body language, each signal must be taken in context. Some dogs offer this position when they are playing, want to be touched and when they are sleeping.

03/06/2023

For this weeks Behavior Monday check out our new blog post on positive reinforcement training!

By Dr. Kelsey Woolsey, DVM Positive reinforcement is when a desirable stimulus is presented after a behavior is performed such that the behavior is likely to be repeated in the future. For example, a trainer gives a dog a piece of yummy hot dog right as it goes to lay down in its bed. The hot dog is...

03/01/2023

Staff Pet Spotlight! This week we have Stephanie's cat Rodger. He came to Stephanie a few years ago as a stray. He now enjoys sun bathing and eating large quantities of cat nip.

02/27/2023

Behavior Monday! Here are some tips for preventing separation anxiety.

02/20/2023

Today is Natonal Love Your Pet day! Who else loves their pets more than anything?