Melrose Veterinary Hospital

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Details of COVID-19 transmission in dogs and cats are still unknown, but it is important to stay calm in this time of uncertainty. We will update our page as more information on the spread of the virus comes in!

Our phone lines are experiencing technical difficulties. If you can't get through please email us or if you're here for an appt, come knock on our front door. We are working on getting this issue resolved. Thank you for your patience!

We would love to share some tips to our clients on how to make the best of social distancing while spending time with your pets! It is still safe to take your dogs on a walk outside and do enrichment activities indoors without coming in contact with others! Here is a fun & informative training video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=soY1HbsJDz8

Clients, We will continue to stay open as a veterinary hospital that provides medical help to pets in our community but will continue to implement precautionary measures to help against the spread of COVID-19. With that being said, we advise against any non-essential examinations, nail trim, grooming services (nail trims, anal glands, annual exams) until further notice. ... If you are coughing or feeling sick, please call us to reschedule your pets appointment or so that we may recommend alternative options to get your pet the medical attention they may need. Clients that are here for an appointment, we encourage calling us from the parking lot to check in as we are trying to decrease the amount of clients in the lobby at one time. If you need any of your pets medications refilled, you can pay over the phone, call us from the parking lot and we will bring out any food or medication. In extreme cases and for those who are immunocompromised and considered high risk, one of our employees has volunteered to deliver medication or food to clients after work and leave them outside the front door. We appreciate your patience during this difficult time and hope you understand we hold the best interest of the people and pets of our community.

We have been receiving many questions regarding COVID-19 and pets. The American Veterinary Medical Association has put together a FAQ sheet that may be able to answer your questions. We are currently open for business until further notice. Please follow us on Facebook and Instagram for any updates on closures or changes to our office hours. As a hospital, we are increasing our cleaning and sanitizing protocols in an effort to help public safety. If you or anyone in your household are experiencing any symptoms, please let us know when making your appointment for your pet so we can make the appropriate recommendations.

Please help Oscar Watanabe (Dr. Watanabe’s Cat) congratulate his mom and new dad on their wedding day! They are getting married today in Waikiki. The Melrose team wishes them the absolute best on this day and their future.

Help us get Honu & Kaipo adopted! They were found by a good samaritan clinging to life, splayed out on a sidewalk next to a field. Anemic, starving, and only ~14 days old without a mother; but all 4 survived against the odds with around the clock critical care. Two have been adopted, and these two (one boy, one girl) are still waiting for their forever home. Both are fully vettedfixed, microchipped, vaccinated, FIV/FelV negative, dewormed, and on flea/tick preventative. ...They are extremely friendly, fun, loving and hold a very special place in our hearts here at Melrose Vet Hospital. Please share they can’t wait to be home. Interested adopters can contact Carina directly at 760-585-8153.

Liz Palika’s kiddos won the costume contest! Stop by anytime to receive your prize of a Starbucks gift card, 2 doggie toys, and a bag of Chicken Chips!

Happy Halloween!! Don’t forget to submit photos of your pets in costumes and like your favorite costume! Winners will be announced tomorrow!

Happy Tech Appreciation Week to the most hardworking, caring, and fun pet nurses out there! Melrose wouldn’t be the same without you! #vettechappreciationweek

Annual Halloween Pet Costume Contest! Simply enter by posting your pets’ photo to our Facebook page by October 30th. The top three contestants with the most photo likes will be our winners!!!