Bringing home a new puppy is exciting, but many first-time pet owners wonder what to expect during their first veterinary appointment. Your puppy's initial visit typically includes a physical examination, discussion of optional preventive care, and guidance on nutrition and behavior to help them grow into a healthy adult dog. At Mountain View Animal Hospital [...]

Bringing home a new kitten is one of life's most delightful experiences. Their playful energy and gentle purrs bring warmth to any home, but alongside that joy comes the responsibility to provide proper healthcare from the start. Your kitten's first veterinary visit sets the foundation for a lifetime of wellness, giving you the chance to [...]

Arthritis doesn't just affect older humans. This degenerative joint condition can significantly impact your cat's quality of life, but many pet owners miss the subtle signs because cats instinctively hide their discomfort. Recognizing arthritis pain early allows you to explore treatment options and help your feline companion maintain mobility and comfort. At Mountain View Animal [...]

Excess weight creates a cascade of physical stress on your pet's body, with joints bearing the heaviest burden. Every extra pound multiplies the force pressing down on hips, knees, and elbows when your pet walks, runs, or simply stands. This constant strain accelerates cartilage breakdown, triggers inflammation, and sets the stage for arthritis years earlier [...]

Your pet hobbles across the kitchen one morning, favoring their left hind leg, and you brace yourself for a costly vet visit. But by afternoon, they're bounding through the backyard with no apparent discomfort. This pattern repeats over days or weeks: limping appears, disappears, then returns without obvious triggers. You might assume the problem resolved [...]

We are excited to welcome Dr. Darrin Lewellen, DVM to our veterinary team. With more than 20 years of experience and a wide-ranging clinical background, Dr. Lewellen brings both depth of expertise and an engaging personality to patient care. Dr. Lewellen was born and raised in Plainview, Texas, a small farming community that shaped his strong [...]

Pet ownership brings immeasurable joy, but it also comes with responsibilities many of us don't fully grasp until we're faced with them. The statistics surrounding pet health reveal patterns every caring owner should understand; not to worry you, but to help you make informed decisions for your furry companion. At Mountain View Animal Hospital & [...]

When your furry companion isn't feeling well, finding gentle and natural ways to ease their discomfort becomes a top priority. Holistic approaches to pet digestive health combine traditional veterinary care with complementary therapies to address not just the symptoms but the underlying causes of stomach upset. These integrative methods may include dietary adjustments, stress reduction [...]

When your pet starts vomiting repeatedly, the clock begins ticking on a potentially serious complication: dehydration. While the vomiting itself may alarm you, the fluid loss happening with each episode can quickly escalate into a medical emergency. Your pet's body depends on a delicate balance of water and electrolytes to function properly, and vomiting disrupts [...]

Diarrhea happens to nearly every pet at some point, but knowing when loose stool needs veterinary attention can make all the difference in your companion's health and comfort. While many cases resolve on their own within a day or two, certain warning signs indicate your pet needs professional care right away. At Mountain View Animal [...]