Veterinary Clinic near Spanish Springs, NV

Spanish Springs keeps growing, with new neighborhoods filling in along the Pyramid Highway corridor and out toward the surrounding hills. Many of those households share their homes with dogs, cats, and a growing number of rabbits, birds, and reptiles. Having one hospital that can handle routine vaccines, a sudden limp, a dental problem, and a question about acupuncture saves you from juggling several clinics. Our general veterinary services are built to cover all of that under one roof for Spanish Springs families.

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

Visiting Our Reno Hospital From Spanish Springs

Our hospital is located at 6474 Bonde Lane in Reno, and most Spanish Springs clients reach us by way of Pyramid Highway and I-580. We are open Monday through Saturday from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., which gives working families a Saturday option for exams, vaccines, and follow-up visits. Surgical patients are admitted between 7:00 and 8:00 a.m., so you can drop your pet off before work.

When your pet is sick, same-day appointments are often available. Calling ahead lets our team prepare for your arrival and tell you what to bring, such as prior records, a stool sample, or a list of current medications. You can also review our appointment preparation instructions before your visit.

Preventive Care for Every Life Stage

Puppies and kittens need a series of exams in their first months to check growth, screen for congenital problems, start parasite prevention, and set a vaccine schedule. If you just brought a new pet home, our guide to your pet’s first veterinary visit explains what to expect. Rabies vaccination matters for more than health, since Washoe County Regional Animal Services requires dogs over four months old in congested areas of the county to be vaccinated for rabies and licensed.

Adult pets benefit from yearly exams that track weight, dental tartar, skin and coat condition, and bloodwork trends. Small changes caught early are usually simpler and less costly to manage. Senior pets often do best with visits every six months, because kidney disease, thyroid problems, arthritis, and cognitive changes can progress quietly between annual checkups. Our preventive pet health program adjusts the schedule to your pet’s age, lifestyle, and history.

Health Concerns Common Around Spanish Springs

The high desert terrain around Spanish Springs brings a specific set of risks for pets who hike, run in open lots, or spend time in larger yards. Foxtails and cheatgrass seeds work their way into paws, ears, and noses, causing sudden head shaking, sneezing, or limping. Rattlesnakes are active in the warm months on trails and in undeveloped land at the edges of neighborhoods, and any bite needs immediate veterinary care.

Summer heat and dry air can lead to heat stress and dehydration, especially in flat-faced breeds and older dogs. Seasonal allergies to desert plants often show up as itchy skin, paw licking, and ear infections. Coyotes are also common in the foothills, so small dogs and cats left outside at dusk or overnight may be at risk. If your pet comes home with a wound of unknown cause, an exam can check for punctures, infection, and the need for pain control.

Veterinary Services for Spanish Springs Pets

Our hospital handles most of the care a pet may need over a lifetime, so records, history, and treatment plans stay in one place.

• Wellness exams, vaccines, and parasite prevention for dogs and cats
• Dental cleanings and oral surgery with dental radiographs
• Spay and neuter surgery and other soft tissue procedures
• Orthopedic surgery, including TPLO for cruciate ligament tears
• Acupuncture, laser therapy, and Chinese herbal therapies
• Exotic pet care for rabbits, birds, reptiles, ferrets, and guinea pigs
• Urgent care for illnesses and injuries that cannot wait
• End of life care focused on comfort and dignity

If you are not sure which service your pet needs, our team can help you sort it out over the phone before you schedule.

How Our Integrative Approach Works

Every visit starts with a full physical exam and a conversation about what you have noticed at home. When tests are needed, our in-house diagnostics can often return bloodwork and other results during the appointment, so treatment can begin before you leave. We explain what each finding means and why we recommend the next step.

From there, we lay out your options. A dog with arthritis, for example, may do well with pain medication alone, or may benefit from combining medication with weight management, joint supplements, acupuncture, laser therapy, or chiropractic care. We share what each option can realistically offer, its downsides, and its cost, and you decide what fits your pet and your household.

What to Do if Your Pet Needs Care Today

If your pet is having trouble breathing, has collapsed, is bleeding heavily, may have eaten something toxic, or has been bitten by a snake, treat it as an emergency and call us right away at (775) 853-6900. For vomiting, diarrhea, limping, ear pain, or a pet who is simply not acting normally, call during business hours and ask about same-day availability. Outside our hours, contact a 24-hour emergency hospital, and bring any packaging if your pet swallowed a product or medication.

Before you head out, keep your dog on a leash or in a crate and your cat in a carrier, and bring a list of current medications. These steps help our team assess your pet quickly once you arrive.

Low-Stress Visits and AAHA Accreditation

Many pets feel anxious at the vet, and fear can make an exam harder and less accurate. Our team uses Fear Free handling methods, gentle restraint, and a calmer pace, and we keep dedicated cat-only areas so cats can wait away from dogs. Mountain View Animal Hospital & Holistic Pet Care is also accredited by the American Animal Hospital Association, a voluntary evaluation that only a small share of veterinary practices complete and that covers standards for surgery, anesthesia, pain management, dentistry, and more.

Frequently Asked Questions About Veterinary Care in Spanish Springs

These are some of the questions we hear most often from Spanish Springs pet owners.

Schedule a Visit for Your Spanish Springs Pet

Mountain View Animal Hospital & Holistic Pet Care brings AAHA-accredited medicine, Fear Free handling, and a full range of conventional and holistic treatments to Spanish Springs families. Our veterinarians care for dogs, cats, and exotic pets at every stage of life, and we take the time to explain your options clearly.

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