F.A.Q.

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 Alvi Veterinary Hospital.

1. What are the Hospital hours?

Our hospital is open:
Monda and Wednesda and Friday 9am-6pm
Tuesday, Thursday, 9am-8pm
Saturdays we are open from 9:00am-1pm.
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 (with valid ID or drivers license), Mastercard, Visa,
American Express and Discover


4. Can I make payments?

Full payment is due at the end of treatment.


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 for pets 7 years or older.


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 10 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 do boarding for our clients. We have boarding space for both dogs and cats.


10. What are your kennels like?

Our dog kennels are all indoor. The dogs are walked 3 times daily while they are boarding. The cat boarders 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.

Location

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Office Hours

Our Regular Schedule

Monday:

8:30 am-6:00 pm

Tuesday:

8:30 am-6:00 pm

Wednesday:

8:30 am-6:00 pm

Thursday:

8:30 am-6:00 pm

Friday:

8:30 am-6:00 pm

Saturday:

9:00 am-1:00 pm

Sunday:

Closed

Testimonial

Read What Our Client Say

  • "Alvi Veterinary Hospital really cares about your pet and your peace of mind. I have been coming to Dr Alvi since 1995 when it was close to my home, I now live almost a half hour away but I wouldn’t take my cats anywhere else! The staff and doctors are very sweet, kind and are very thorough. Furthermore, their practice is fairly priced. The doctors are immediately responsive to emergency situations. Everyone is so compassionate at Dr. Alvi’s Office. Your pets are in good care at Alvi veterinary hospital!"
    Sue W.