Stine Veterinary Hospital

NOTICE TO OUR CLIENTS CONCERNING CORONAVIRUS We are committed to keeping our offices healthy and safe for all of our patients, clients, staff, and family members. In light of growing concerns about the spread of COVID-19, also known as coronavirus, we would like to make you aware of actions we are taking. HOW ARE WE TRACKING THE VIRUS?... We are continuously monitoring the local and global situation, and are receiving updates from the Center for Disease Control (CDC) and the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA). STEPS WE'RE TAKING IN OUR OFFICE Placing hand sanitizer around the office for use by both clients and staff. We are routinely disinfecting commonly touched surfaces, such as desks and chairs, door handles, etc., multiple times a day. Constant communication with our entire staff about the best hygiene practices to ensure you feel that our office provides a safe and clean environment. WHAT WE'RE ASKING OF YOU We urge our clients to follow CDC guidelines including self-quarantine when prudent. We are asking all clients who have COVID-19 like symptoms to reschedule any appointments or send another authorized agent to present their pet to our hospital. In the interest of public health, we kindly ask you to only make essential veterinary appointments at this time. Use hand sanitizer immediately upon entering our office. Our hospital is a no handshake zone our staff are practicing social distancing and maintaining a 6 foot distance from other people that means our clients as well. Cough into a tissue. If you are coughing a lot, it is probably best to avoid coming in for your appointment. If you or members of your family have been required or asked to be quarantined for any reason, or test positive for COVID-19, and you have visited our facility within 72 hours, we kindly ask you to please alert our hospital. As always, please plan for your pets. If you or a member of your family becomes ill, we always recommend having a 2 week supply of food, medications, and sanitary supplies, as well as an identified friend or family member who can help care for your pet if needed. It is important to note that COVID-19 is not thought to be a threat to your pets at this time. Thank you for your anticipated cooperation during these challenging times. In good health, All of us at Stine Veterinary Hospital

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It is Veterinary Team Appreciation Week! We are so thankful for our rock star team!

Please bring us your unwanted newspapers! Thank you!Please bring us your unwanted newspapers! Thank you!

**Update: We are planning not to be affected by the power outage at this time. Yay! PG&E power outages are due to start in Bakersfield at today 12pm. We do not know if we will have power at the hospital or not, feel free to call before you come by! Thanks!

We are so excited for F A L L !! We have an awesome promotion this month- check your emails from us!

Have a wonderful day! We will re-open tomorrow at 8am.

We will be closed Monday in observance of Labor Day. We wish everyone a safe and relaxing weekend!We will be closed Monday in observance of Labor Day. We wish everyone a safe and relaxing weekend!

Happy Wednesday! #forignbodies #wecanfixthat #allthebestdogs eat weird stuff sometimes!

Did You Know? Nearly 50% of the poisoning cases managed by Pet Poison Helpline involve human medicationsboth over-the-counter and prescription drugs. Here's a handout that lists the top 10 most common medications that are harmful to pets. http://www.dvm360.com/toxicmeds