Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Emergency
services
Comprehensive Veterinary Care in Alturas, CA
Modoc Veterinary Center has been a trusted provider of comprehensive veterinary care since 1947, evolving from a one-doctor practice into a multi-doctor hospital serving Alturas, CA and surrounding communities. Our mission centers on delivering exceptional medical care while prioritizing patient comfort and client education. With satellite clinics in Cedarville and Adin, we serve small animals, equine, and bovine patients through services like 24-hour emergency care, advanced diagnostics, and surgical procedures.Our team emphasizes preventative care, nutritional counseling, and pain management, utilizing state-of-the-art technology to ensure accurate diagnoses and effective treatments. We maintain USDA accreditation for international health certifications and operate with transparency, focusing on nurturing the human-pet bond through compassionate, personalized service.
Services
Wellness Exams
Microchipping
Large Animal Services
Emergency Care
Dental Care
Vaccinations
Orthopedic Surgery
Ultrasound
Parasite Prevention
Nutritional Counseling
Details
- Year established: 1947
Highlights and features
- We offer 24-hour emergency veterinary services for urgent pet care needs.
- Our team provides state-of-the-art diagnostics and surgical procedures.
- USDA-accredited veterinarians handle international health certifications.
- Personalized care emphasizing preventative medicine and pain management.
- Satellite clinics serving Surprise Valley, Big Valley, and McArthur regions.
Associations and certifications
- USDA
What people say
Thorough evaluation
Handled with care
Qualified team
Decently priced
Treasure of veterinary healing
Services
Small Animal Services
We provide comprehensive medical care for dogs, cats, and exotic pets, including vaccinations, dental care, and surgical procedures. Our team specializes in pain management and nutritional counseling to ensure long-term pet health. Advanced diagnostics and 24-hour emergency services support critical care when needed.
Equine Services
Our equine specialists offer reproductive services, dental care, and vaccinations for horses. We perform artificial insemination and Coggins testing while providing routine and emergency medical treatment. Satellite clinics extend our expertise to rural horse owners in Northern California.
Bovine Services
Dedicated bovine care includes reproductive consultations, surgical treatments, and herd health management. Our veterinarians understand dairy and meat production needs, offering farm visits and specialized medical protocols to maintain livestock health and productivity.
Emergency Care
24-hour on-call emergency services address critical pet conditions through rapid diagnostics and intervention. Our facility handles trauma cases, acute illnesses, and surgical emergencies with immediate veterinarian assessment and treatment planning.
Dental Care
Comprehensive dental services prevent and treat periodontal disease through cleanings, extractions, and oral surgery. We utilize digital radiography to diagnose hidden dental issues affecting pets' overall health and wellbeing.
Questions
Does Modoc Veterinary Center offer after-hours emergency care?
Yes, we provide 24-hour on-call emergency veterinary services for urgent pet medical needs.
What species do your veterinarians treat?
We care for small animals (dogs, cats, exotics), equine patients, and bovine livestock through specialized services.
Can you assist with international pet travel requirements?
Our USDA-accredited veterinarians provide health certificates and required documentation for international pet travel.
Do you have satellite clinic locations?
Yes, we operate satellite clinics in Cedarville and Adin to serve extended Modoc County communities.
What preventative care services do you recommend?
We emphasize wellness exams, vaccinations, parasite prevention, and nutritional counseling to maintain pet health.