El Cajon Valley Veterinary Hospital
El Cajon Valley Veterinary Hospital is a general practice practice in San Diego, CA.
About
El Cajon Valley Veterinary Hospital is a non-emergency general practice that offers a variety of medical services, including in-hospital diagnostic procedures, pharmacy, dental care, and spay/neuter services. The clinic performs radiology and maintains a laboratory with state-of-the-art equipment, utilizing Idexx for additional lab work. They also provide core and additional vaccinations for both dogs and cats.
The hospital operates on an appointment-free basis for general services, except for surgeries, and can accommodate clients referred by other veterinarians. While not an emergency hospital, they do provide urgent care services and triage pets with urgent issues. For life-threatening emergencies, clients are advised to go directly to an emergency hospital, with a specific after-hours referral provided.
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Frequently asked questions
- What is the clinic's policy regarding appointments for general veterinary services?
- El Cajon Valley Veterinary Hospital operates on an appointment-free basis for general services, with the exception of surgeries. This approach allows them to serve as a backup for appointment-based clinics, accommodating clients and their pets who have been referred by their regular veterinarians.
- What types of specialized veterinary services are offered at El Cajon Valley Veterinary Hospital?
- The hospital provides a range of services including in-hospital diagnostic procedures, radiology, and laboratory services utilizing Idexx. They also offer monthly "Dental Week" and bi-monthly "Spay and Neuter Week" with discounts on qualifying services, along with a comprehensive pharmacy.
- How does El Cajon Valley Veterinary Hospital handle urgent or emergency pet health concerns?
- For life-threatening issues such as profuse bleeding or inability to breathe, the clinic recommends going directly to an emergency hospital. For urgent issues like bleeding wounds or suspected toxin ingestion, clients should notify a receptionist for a nurse to triage the pet.
- Can pet owners receive estimates for veterinary services at El Cajon Valley Veterinary Hospital?
- Estimates are routinely provided for surgical procedures. For other services, particularly outpatient procedures and workups, pet owners can request an estimate from the veterinarian to ensure they are prepared for the cost of their pet's treatment.
- Who are some of the veterinarians on staff at El Cajon Valley Veterinary Hospital?
- The veterinary team includes Dr. Ixchel Mosley, who is also the owner, Dr. Carlo Mosca, Dr. Janelle Mireles-Chavez, Dr. Richard Marcin, and Dr. Aaron Rhoades. The clinic typically has two to three veterinarians available daily to provide care.