Veterinary Clinic near Cold Springs, NV

Cold Springs has grown into a community of more than 10,000 residents, according to the 2020 census, spread around the White Lake flats just off US-395 near the California line. Many families moved here for the space, the mountain views, and trails close to home, and dogs and cats are part of nearly every household. Growing families need a veterinary team that can care for new puppies, busy adult dogs, and aging cats with the same attention. Our general veterinary services are built to do that for Cold Springs pets.

Mountain View Animal Hospital & Holistic Pet Care is owned by Dr. Sarah Kalivoda, an integrative veterinarian and certified animal acupuncturist who also holds certifications in ozone therapy, prolozone therapy, herbal medicine, and Veterinary Orthopedic Manipulation. Our veterinarians combine conventional medicine with holistic services, so you can choose the approach that fits your pet and your family.

Reaching Our Reno Hospital From Cold Springs

Our hospital is at 6474 Bonde Lane in Reno, and Cold Springs clients usually head south on US-395 and continue on I-580. We are open Monday through Saturday from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., which leaves room for a Saturday visit when school and work fill the week. Surgical patients are admitted between 7:00 and 8:00 a.m.

Same-day appointments are often available for pets who are sick or injured. Calling ahead lets our team prepare for your pet and tell you what to bring, and our appointment preparation instructions cover the details.

Care for Puppies, Kittens, and Growing Families

A new puppy or kitten needs several visits in the first months for exams, vaccines, deworming, and a plan for spaying or neutering. Our guide to your pet’s first veterinary visit walks you through what to expect. These early appointments are also a good time to talk about house training, safe chew toys, and how to introduce a new pet to young children.

As pets reach adulthood, yearly wellness exams track weight, teeth, skin, and bloodwork so small changes are caught early. Our preventive pet health visits adjust vaccines and parasite prevention to your pet’s lifestyle, whether they hike the nearby hills every weekend or rarely leave the backyard.

Wildfire Readiness for Cold Springs Pets

Cold Springs sits in wildfire country, and fires on Peavine Peak have led to evacuation orders near the community in past seasons. Smoke can irritate the lungs of any pet, and it is especially hard on older dogs, flat-faced breeds, and cats with asthma or heart disease. On smoky days, keep pets indoors as much as possible and watch for coughing, labored breathing, or unusual tiredness.

It also helps to plan before an evacuation order comes. Ready.gov recommends taking your pets with you if you evacuate, keeping a pet emergency kit with food, water, and medications, and making sure your pets can be identified if you are separated. Before fire season, ask us about refilling ongoing medications and getting copies of your pet’s vaccine records for your kit.

Common Health Problems in Cold Springs Pets

Many of the problems we see in Cold Springs pets follow the seasons. Respiratory infections and kennel cough spread where dogs gather, while foxtails, cheatgrass seeds, and rattlesnakes are a concern on the trails in spring and summer. Allergies to desert plants often lead to itchy skin, paw licking, and ear infections that come back year after year.

We also regularly treat vomiting and diarrhea after dietary mistakes, limping from sprains or ligament injuries, and chronic conditions such as arthritis, kidney disease, diabetes, and thyroid disorders. These long-term problems need regular rechecks so treatment can change as your pet’s needs change.

Services Available to Cold Springs Families

These services cover most of what a family pet may need over a lifetime.

• Wellness exams, vaccines, and parasite prevention
• Spay and neuter surgery for puppies and kittens
• Dental cleanings and oral surgery with radiographs
• TPLO and other orthopedic surgery for active dogs
• Acupuncture, laser therapy, and chiropractic care
• Exotic pet care for rabbits, lizards, turtles, and other small pets
• Urgent care for sudden illness and injuries
• End of life care focused on comfort and dignity

If you are not sure where to start, our team can help you choose the right appointment over the phone.

Conventional and Holistic Care Working Together

Each visit begins with a full exam and a conversation about what you have noticed at home. When tests are needed, in-house bloodwork, urinalysis, radiographs, and ultrasound can often give us answers during the appointment. We explain the findings clearly and tell you why we recommend each next step.

From there, you choose the plan. An active dog recovering from a knee injury, for example, might need surgery, pain control, and rest, and may also benefit from laser therapy or acupuncture during recovery. We explain what each option may offer, its limits, and its cost, so you can decide what fits your pet and your budget.

What to Do if Your Pet Needs Help Now

Call us right away at (775) 853-6900 if your pet has trouble breathing, collapses, is bleeding heavily, was bitten by a snake, or may have swallowed something toxic, such as medication, chocolate, or rodent bait. Outside our hours, go to the nearest 24-hour emergency hospital.

For vomiting or diarrhea that lasts more than a day, limping, ear pain, or a pet who stops eating, call during business hours and ask about a same-day visit. Keep children and other pets away from an injured animal, since pain can make even a gentle pet bite.

Fear Free Visits and AAHA Standards

Many pets, and many kids, feel nervous at the vet. Our team uses Fear Free handling methods, gentle restraint, and a patient pace, and dedicated cat-only areas keep cats away from dogs. Mountain View Animal Hospital & Holistic Pet Care is also accredited by the American Animal Hospital Association, a voluntary evaluation of standards for surgery, anesthesia, pain management, dentistry, and more that only a small share of practices complete.

Frequently Asked Questions From Cold Springs Pet Owners

Here are answers to questions Cold Springs families ask us often.

Schedule a Visit for Your Cold Springs Pet

Mountain View Animal Hospital & Holistic Pet Care brings AAHA-accredited medicine, Fear Free handling, and conventional and holistic treatments to Cold Springs families. Our veterinarians care for dogs, cats, and exotic pets from their first visit through their senior years.

Request an appointment online, contact our team with questions, or call (775) 853-6900 to schedule care for your Cold Springs pet.