When your pet begins losing weight without explanation, it can trigger immediate concern and worry. Weight loss in pets rarely occurs without reason, and recognizing the underlying causes, such as dental disease, metabolic issues, and stress, early can make a significant difference in your pet's health and recovery. At Mountain View Animal Hospital & Holistic [...]

When your cat starts drinking more water than usual or making more trips to the litter box, these changes might seem minor at first. However, these subtle shifts in behavior could be early warning signs of feline diabetes, a condition that affects thousands of cats each year and requires prompt attention to ensure your feline [...]

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 [...]