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VCA Forestville Animal Hospital

707-887-2261

5033 Gravenstein Hwy North, Sebastopol, CA, 95472

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    8:00 am - 6:00 pm

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    8:00 am - 4:00 pm

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Caring for pets... and their people, too.

VCA Forestville Animal hospital is a full-service veterinary hospital serving the Russian River community for over 30 years. Conveniently located on Highway 116 between Sebastopol and Guerneville. We are open six days a week, and we look forward to serving you and your pet's needs. Our team members are highly trained and dedicated. We welcome our clients as extended family and community with a professional and compassionate atmosphere. Clients will receive prompt attention to their concerns and honest answers to their questions.

Recommendations for your pet are made taking into consideration your pet's lifestyle, environmental and genetic risk factors, as well as your own personal beliefs regarding pet care. We offer state-of-the-art medicine, surgery and diagnostics focusing on preventive and wellness care. Preventive care options, including life-stage packages, early detection screenings, spaying and neutering, and soft tissue surgery are all...
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The staff and doctors at VCA Forestville would like to welcome you to our practice! We look forward to meeting you and your furry family members!

Our experienced staff believes in teaming with our clients to provide the best possible care for our patients. With a team that is deeply rooted in Sonoma County, we understand the health issues facing your pets and our knowledgeable, compassionate veterinarians will help you make the informed...

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California Wildfire Animal Relief Fundraising

Our hearts go out to all the pets and people in California who have been affected by the devastating Camp, Hill and Woolsey Fires.

In conjunction with VCA Charities, VCA Animal Hospitals are raising funds to support animal relief efforts and organizations across California. In addition, select VCA hospitals are offering free boarding for pets displaced by the fires so that their families can focus on other priorities at this time.

Please donate when you visit one of our hospitals, or online by visiting vcacharities.org/donations/.

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Our Veterinary Services

At VCA Animal Hospitals, your pet's health is our top priority, provided through high-quality, professional care and genuine personal service. We pledge to instill client trust and confidence that your pet will always receive compassionate, gentle care, as well as the highest standard of veterinary medical service available. We pledge to provide the finest personal service and facilities for you, our clients and your special pets.

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Know Your Pet

Tube Feeding - Esophagostomy Tubes in Cats

An esophagostomy tube is a small rubber tube that enters the esophagus through a surgical incision on the side of the neck. This allows food you to place food directly into the esophagus so that it can flow down into the stomach. The feeding tube is not placed directly into the stomach.

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Nutrition - Feeding Guidelines for Cats

Feeding your cat the appropriate amount of a well balanced diet is vital to the maintenance of overall health and well-being, just as eating a well balanced diet is for us. In order to understand how and what to feed cats, it is necessary to understand how the nutritional requirements of the cat have developed through the process of biological evolution.

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Gastrostomy Tube Feeding in Cats

A gastrostomy tube is a small rubber tube that passes directly into the stomach through the skin and body wall of the cat's abdomen. It permits you to deliver food and water directly into the stomach.

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Behavior Counseling Aggression - Introduction

Behavior Counseling Aggression - Introduction

Aggression is defined as threats or harmful actions directed toward another individual and can include threat displays, lunging, growling, snarling, snapping and biting. In animals, aggressive behaviors are a means of communication.

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Behavior Management Products for Dogs

Behavior Management Products for Dogs

There are numerous products on the market that have been designed to help prevent undesirable behavior in dogs. Leashes, harnesses, and head halters are needed to keep pets under control, especially when outdoors.

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Introduction to Desensitization and Counterconditioning

Introduction to Desensitization and Counterconditioning

Counterconditioning and desensitization are powerful ways to change behavior. They are usually used in combination. Desensitization provides a means of safely exposing the pet to the stimulus at a level at or below which fear is likely to be exhibited.

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Flying with your Cat

Flying with your Cat

Successful flight with a cat begins long before the day of travel. It requires planning and preparation in order to make the experience as enjoyable as possible for both you and your cat.

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Breeding and Queening Cats

Breeding cats and raising kittens can be an extremely rewarding experience or it may result in frustration and failure. The following information is provided in order to increase your chances of success and make the experience more enjoyable and safe.

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Brushing Teeth in Cats

Brushing Teeth in Cats

Teaching your cat to accept the brushing of its teeth will take some training, but will be relatively easy once he is accustomed to the process. Daily brushing is most beneficial and will help to establish a routine for your pet.

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