Frequently Asked Questions

Here are some questions/answers that we are frequently asked. If you have additional questions that aren't covered here, please feel free to give us a call at Bear Valley Animal Clinic.

1. What are the Hospital hours?

   Our hospital is open Monday thru Friday from 8:30am to 5:30pm. On Saturdays we are open from 9:00am to 2:00pm. The clinic is closed on Sunday.

2. Do I need to have an appointment?

   Yes, patients are seen by appointment.

3. What forms of payment do you accept?

    Cash, Check, Visa, Mastercard, Discover and CareCredit.

4. Can I make payments?

   Payment is required at the time of service.  Feel free to ask our staff about the payment options available to you through CareCredit.

5. At what age can I have my pet spayed or neutered?

   Spaying or neutering can be done at approximately 6 months of age. Your pet is given an exam prior to surgery to help determine whether your pet is healthy enough to undergo the surgical procedure. Current vaccinations are required at the time of surgery. Also a pre-anesthetic blood screen is recommended prior to undergoing anesthesia and surgery.

6.  What is the pre-anesthetic blood screening?

   This is a blood test that is run here in the clinic prior to surgery. It tests the organ functions, blood counts and clotting function of your pet. The pre-anesthetic blood screening is done to assure safety during surgery and the ability to heal following surgery.

7. How long do the sutures stay in after my pet's surgery?

   Procedures involving sutures require them to be removed in 14 days following the surgery.

8.  Is it a good idea to let my pet have at least one litter?

    No, there is no advantage to letting your pet have one litter. However there are plenty of advantages to having you pet spayed or neutered. These advantages include decreasing the chances of breast tumors later in life, decreasing the chance of cystic ovaries and uterine infections later in life, decreasing the desire to roam the neighborhood, decreasing the incidence of prostate cancer later in life, helping prevent spraying and marking, and also decreases the surplus of unwanted puppies and kittens.

9.  Do you board pets?

   Yes, we offer boarding services to our clients. We have boarding space for both dogs and cats. We also can board birds and other small animals, but you will be required to bring your own cage and food for these pets.  We specialize in providing boarding for those pets who have medical needs which require personalized attention on a daily basis.

10.  What are your kennels like?

   Our dog kennels are all indoor runs. The dogs are walked 3 times daily while they are boarding. The cat boarders are housed in private enclosures. Blankets and food are provided for our boarders, but you are always welcome to bring your pets favorite from home.