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Mountain View Veterinary Hospital
Small animal veterinary hospital serving the greater Lacey, WA communities.
Having trouble convincing your cat to come to the vet? We have treats! Let your cat know that Olive and Leo were super excited for our treats. #mountainviewvet #happyvetvisits #FelineCare #cattreats
The Employee of the Month for March is Buffy! Buffy has been nominated for her incredible technical skills and her unwavering dedication to our patients and the team. Recently, we faced a high-risk, last-minute surgery that wasn’t on the schedule. Without hesitation, Buffy agreed to stay well past her shift to provide the specialized anesthesia support needed for such a tricky case. The surgery was a success! Her commitment didn’t stop there-she continued to stay late for the next three days to help the team manage several other late-day surgeries. Her willingness to go above and beyond ensures our patients receive the best care possible, even when the unexpected happens.![]()
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Buffy has been a valued member of the Mountain View Veterinary Hospital team since 2011. She began her career here as a veterinary assistant before advancing into her role as a Licensed Veterinary Technician. Buffy always knew she wanted to work with animals, and with encouragement from a close friend, she pursued formal training at Argosy University in Minnesota, where she graduated from the Veterinary Technology program in 2010. Her favorite parts of the job include drawing blood, placing IV catheters, and providing skilled care for patients who require anesthesia.![]()
Outside of work, Buffy enjoys relaxing with movies, putting together puzzles, and reading. At home, she is happily owned by her cat, Reddington, who keeps her company.![]()
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Is my pet just slowing down… or could it be arthritis?![]()
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Dr. Hamp from Pantano Animal Clinic walks through some of the subtle signs of osteoarthritis that many families miss. Changes in behavior, less interest in play, limping, litterbox issues in cats, or small lifestyle shifts can all be clues.![]()
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The good news? There are options. From maintaining a lean body condition to pain medications, supplements, diet adjustments, and low-impact exercise, we have ways to support your pet’s comfort and mobility.![]()
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If you’ve noticed your pet slowing down, we’re here to help you figure out what’s normal aging — and what might need a little extra support.
Feline Osteoarthritis FAQs with Dr. Goodyear![]()
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The team at Veterinary Medical Center of The Woodlands shared this important discussion on feline osteoarthritis, a condition that is often underdiagnosed.![]()
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Cats are experts at hiding pain. Decreased activity, avoiding stairs, litter box changes, pulling themselves up instead of jumping, or missed jumps can all be subtle signs.![]()
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As cartilage breaks down in the joints, arthritis can become very painful. If your cat seems to be slowing down, it may be worth a conversation about their comfort and mobility.
Ticks aren’t just irritating, they can transmit serious diseases that may lead to severe health complications.![]()
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In advanced cases, pets can develop anemia, bleeding disorders, neurologic weakness from tick paralysis, or heartworm disease if they are not on consistent prevention.![]()
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Our goal is to help prevent these issues before they become emergencies. Keeping your pet on year-round flea, tick, and heartworm prevention significantly reduces the risk of life-threatening complications.![]()
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If your pet develops sudden lethargy, weakness, pale gums, limping, difficulty breathing, or unexplained bruising, please seek emergency veterinary care right away. While we are not an emergency hospital, we are always happy to help guide you to the appropriate care if your pet needs urgent attention.![]()
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Prevention today can help avoid an emergency tomorrow.![]()
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