Frequently Asked Questions

Here are some frequently asked questions and answers. If you have additional questions that aren't covered here, please feel free to call (507)254-1067.

1. What are the Vetmobile appointment  hours?
   
   Our mobile appointment hours are Monday to Friday from 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. The mobile service is closed on Saturday and Sunday. We see patients by appointment only.
   
   
2. Do I need to have an appointment?
   
   Yes, patients are seen by appointment. We try very hard to be at your home at the appointed time. If we are running late, we WILL call you. 
   
   
3. What forms of payment do you accept?
   
   Cash, Check, Discover, 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 sutures require them to be removed  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 your 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, removing the possibility of testicular cancer, decreasing the incidence of prostate cancer later in life, helping to prevent spraying and marking, and also decreasing the surplus of unwanted puppies and kittens.
   
   
9. Do you board pets?
   
   No, we are a mobile service; but, we can help you find a boarding establishment or a pet / home sitter  that fits your pet's needs.
   
   10.  Is the Doctor in my area only on certain days?
   
   No, we will come to your location in Rochester, Chatfield, Eyota, Byron, Stewartville, Oronoco, Pine Island and SE MN when you need us.  We will try to schedule routine visits with other patients in your area.

         
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