Mission Valley Pet Clinic
Mission Valley Pet Clinic is a general practice practice in San Diego, CA. Procedures include Bloodwork, Nutrition & Diet Counseling, Vaccination review and updates, and Thyroid and hormone testing.
About
Mission Valley Pet Clinic in San Diego, CA, provides comprehensive medical, surgical, and dental care for dogs and cats. The clinic focuses on preventive veterinary medicine, offering services such as wellness exams, vaccinations, spay and neuter procedures, parasite prevention, and routine surgery. They utilize in-house lab and diagnostic tools to deliver accurate and timely results.
The clinic is dedicated to offering personalized care for community pets, with a team committed to professional service and client education. To accommodate pet owners, Mission Valley Pet Clinic is open on Saturdays, ensuring access to care beyond standard weekday hours.
Surgical team
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Dr. Kristen Frank
Dr. Frank is a New Jersey native and Mississippi State veterin...
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Dr. Erica Johnson
Dr. Erica Johnson is a San Diego native and Western University...
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Dr. Karen Klinger
Dr. Klinger is a 1994 Ohio State veterinary graduate who moved...
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Dr. Anne Herrera
Dr. Herrera is a veterinarian and UCLA graduate who completed ...
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Melissa
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Procedures
- Bloodwork
- Nutrition & Diet Counseling
- Vaccination review and updates
- Thyroid and hormone testing
- Spay & Neuter
- Preventive care
- At-home dental hygiene guidance
- Wellness Care and Exams
- Diagnostics & Imaging
- Professional cleanings under anesthesia
- Feline leukemia/FIV testing
- Pet Surgery
- Dental care
- Urinalysis
- Treatment of periodontal disease
- Deworming
- Blood chemistry panels
- Fecal Testing
- Parasite Prevention
- Parasite and heartworm screening
- Weight and body condition evaluation
- Routine wellness exams
- Full physical exam
- Heartworm testing
- Vaccinations
- Complete Blood Count (CBC)
- Dental health assessment
- Extractions
- Tick-borne disease screening
Equipment
- In-house lab
- Ultrasound
- X-rays
- Dental X-rays
- Diagnostic tools
Photos
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Frequently asked questions
- What types of diagnostic services are available at Mission Valley Pet Clinic?
- Mission Valley Pet Clinic offers a range of diagnostic and imaging tools to help identify and monitor pet health issues. These include bloodwork and lab testing, urinalysis, and fecal testing. Specific blood tests available are Complete Blood Count (CBC), blood chemistry panels, thyroid and hormone testing, tick-borne disease screening, feline leukemia/FIV testing, and heartworm testing.
- What is included in a routine wellness visit for pets at Mission Valley Pet Clinic?
- A wellness visit at Mission Valley Pet Clinic typically includes a full physical exam covering eyes, ears, teeth, skin, heart, lungs, and joints. It also involves a weight and body condition evaluation, vaccination review and updates, parasite and heartworm screening as needed, and a dental health assessment. Discussions on diet, activity, and behavior are also part of the visit.
- What core vaccinations does Mission Valley Pet Clinic recommend for dogs and cats?
- For dogs, core vaccines include Rabies, Distemper, Parvovirus, Adenovirus, and Leptospirosis. For cats, core vaccines are Rabies and FVRCP (Feline Viral Rhinotracheitis, Calicivirus, Panleukopenia). The clinic tailors vaccine schedules based on the pet's species, age, lifestyle, and local disease risks.
- What does pet dental care at Mission Valley Pet Clinic involve?
- Pet dental care at Mission Valley Pet Clinic includes routine dental exams, professional cleanings performed under anesthesia, and dental X-rays to assess below the gumline. They also provide treatment for periodontal disease, extractions if necessary, and guidance on at-home dental hygiene. Pre-anesthetic bloodwork is conducted to ensure the pet's health for anesthesia.
- What payment options are accepted at Mission Valley Pet Clinic?
- Mission Valley Pet Clinic accepts various payment options, including cash, major credit cards, and debit cards. They also offer financing options such as Care Credit and Scratchpay to assist clients with veterinary expenses.