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Carson Valley Veterinary Hospital
Caring for the Pets of Carson Valley for Over 50 Years.

The bond between you and your pet is as powerful as any relationship you experience. Whether they are your stress reliever, kid's playmate, home protector, exercise buddy or cuddly companion, your pet makes life richer in many ways. Their unconditional love is a true source of joy. For all that they give; your pets depend on you to keep them healthy and able to enjoy life. Dedicated pet owners in the Carson Valley Area turn to Carson Valley Veterinary Hospital for help with these important responsibilities.

We know just how you feel about your pets. For routine wellness care, or in times of illness or injury, no one is more dedicated to giving your pet a long and healthy life than our experienced and compassionate staff.

Featured Articles

Keep Cats Moving and Grooving

Keeping your cat active can help it burn calories and use muscles, tendons and ligaments that may often be seen catnapping. Burning calories is important for your cat. The more your cat moves and ...

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Captive Reptiles May Have Nutritional Deficiency

Pet owners keeping reptiles in captivity as household pets sometimes find that their pet may have a nutritional deficiency. Metabolic bone disease is "the most common nutritional deficiency affec ...

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Nutrition Terms

As pets have become more important to their owners, what the pets are fed has become more important as well. Most pet owners are concerned about the quality and nutrition level of the food they a ...

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Fatal Rabies Disease is Preventable

Pets need to be vaccinated to prevent against rabies. Rabies is a fatal viral zoonosis and Hemerson believe that all mammals are susceptible to it. This disease puts the public at risk and preve ...

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Fitting Fiber into Fido's Food Bowl

Fiber is important because it helps dogs feel full, supports natural, healthy digestion and aids in moving material through their digestive tract. Is there fiber in your pet's food bowl with each ...

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Does Your Family Have a Dog Theft Prevention Strategy?

Officials at the American Kennel Club have been paying particular attention to stolen dog reports made by owners about dogs stolen from cars, yard and homes. Carson Valley Veterinary Hospital kno ...

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Veterinary Topics

• We Help Your Pet With
  • Arthritis
  • Bloat & Gastric Torsion
  • Canine Distemper
  • Cancer
  • Canine Parvovirus (CPV)
  • Dentistry
  • Diabetes Mellitus
  • Epilepsy
  • Feline Distemper
  • Fleas
  • Gastric Dilation Volvulus (GDV)
  • Heartworm
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • Hookworm
  • Hypothyroidism
  • Leptospirosis
  • Liver Shunt
  • Luxating Patella
  • Mites
  • Obesity
  • Parasites
  • Rabies
  • Roundworms
  • Ruptured Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL)
  • Salmonella
  • Seizures
  • Tapeworms
  • Ticks
  • Vertigo or Old Dog Vestibular Syndrome
• Video Newsroom
  • Health Topics
    • Itching Pets
    • Veterinary Ophthalmology
    • Generic Flea Products
    • Down & Dirty on Fleas
    • Dental Care For Pets
    • Senior Pets
    • Overweight Pets
    • Pain Management in Pets
    • Controlling Ticks
    • High Blood Pressure in Dogs
    • Battling Canine Cancer
    • Feline Retro Viruses
  • Technology and Science
    • Cloning Pets
    • Stem Cell Relief
    • Hi Tech Veterinary Medicine
    • Laparoscopic Surgery
    • Pet Microchips
    • Veterinary Acupuncture
    • The Cutting Edge... Laser Surgery for Pets!
    • Fresh Breath and Straight Teeth
  • Other Interests
    • Online Pet Pharmacies - Saving Money or Risk to Your Pets?
    • LabraDoodle
    • Pet Proofing Your Home
    • Avoiding Dog Bites
    • People Food for Pets
    • Puppies and Kittens as Holiday Gifts?
    • Strange Things in Pets Stomachs
    • How Pet Food Is Made
    • Traveling with Pets
    • Winter Dangers for Pets
    • Helping Your Pet Keep His Cool This Summer
    • Purebred Rescue Groups
    • Pet Internet Sources
• Choosing Your Pet
  • Dogs
  • Cats
  • Birds
    • African Grey Parrots
    • Budgies
    • Canaries
    • Cockatiels
    • Lovebirds
    • Zebra Finches
  • Horses
    • Examining Your Horse
    • Horse Health
    • Food & Nutrition
    • Barns to Pastureland
  • Rabbits
    • Food & Housing
    • Handling & Restraint
  • Reptiles
    • Turtles
      • Box Turtles
      • Red Eared Sliders
      • Tortoises
    • Lizards
      • Bearded Dragons
      • Blue Tongued Skinks
      • Green Anoles
      • Leopard Geckos
    • Snakes
  • Ferrets
    • Ferret Health
    • Food & Housing
    • Behavior & Training
• Finding Your Pet
  • Animal Shelter
  • Breeder
  • Pet Shop
  • Rescue Agency
• Bringing Your Pet Home
  • Bringing Your Pet Home
  • Exams, Vaccinations, Etc.
  • Obedience & Training
• Living With Your Pet
  • Grooming
  • Mealtime
  • Seasonal Care
  • Recognizing Illnesses
  • First Aid
  • Travel
    • Planning and Preparation
    • Travel by Airplane
    • Travel by Car
    • Travel by Bus or Train
    • Camping with Pets
  • Saying Goodbye
    • The Decision
    • The Next Step
    • Help & Support
• Today's Veterinarian
  • What We Do
  • What We Learn
  • You & Your Vet
  • The Veterinary Approach
• Vetopedia

• Newsletter Library

• Pet Wellness Program
• Client Survey
• Pets4Kids
  • Online Games & Quizzes
  • Printable Games & Puzzles
  • Wellness Coloring Book
• PetTV
  • The Bird Dance
  • Star Wars Pets