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General FAQs

​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 (707)874-2417.
  1. What are the Hospital hours?
    Our hospital is open Monday to Friday from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. On Saturdays we are open from 8:00 am until noon. The hospital 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, Care Credit, Mastercard and Visa
  4. Can I make payments?
    Payment is required at the time of service.
  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 external sutures require them to be removed in 10-14 days following the surgery.  Sometimes, internal sutures are used and do not need to be removed.
  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 do boarding for 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 your pet.
  10. What are your kennels like?
    Our dog kennels are all indoor. The dogs are walked 3 times daily while they are boarding. Cats are housed in a separate area away from the dogs. Blankets and food are provided for our boarders, but you are always welcome to bring your own.  Visit our Boarding page to learn more.

office hours

Monday   8-5:30 pm
Tuesday   8-5:30 pm
Wednesday  8-5:30 pm
Thursday   8-5:30 pm
Friday   8-5:30 pm
First and Third  Saturdays 8-12pm
Sunday  Closed

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In Case of Emergency

Phone: (707) 874-2417
​Fax: (707) 874-2435
Email: office@occidentalvet.com

Physical Address:
3996 Bohemian Hwy
Occidental, CA 95465

Mailing Address:
P.O. Box 448
​Occidental CA, 95465
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  • Home
  • About
    • Our Doctors
    • Our Staff
    • Cat Friendly Practice
  • Services
    • Dental Care
    • Anesthesia
    • Surgery
    • Pharmacy
    • House Calls
    • Boarding & Grooming
    • Other Services
  • Patient Center
    • New Patient Form
    • Refill a Prescription
    • Petly
    • Links to Share
    • FAQs
  • Contact
  • Online Pharmacy
  • OVH Blog