Business Details
17 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Your Trusted Mobile Veterinary Service in Grass Valley, CA
Bear River Mobile Veterinary Service has been providing comprehensive veterinary care to Grass Valley, CA, and surrounding areas for over a decade. Our team, led by experienced veterinarians Dr. Jennifer Mayfield, Dr. Natalie Sundstrom, and Dr. Jessica Swanson, specializes in mobile veterinary services for large animals and end-of-life care for companion pets. We combine cutting-edge technology with compassionate, personalized attention to ensure the health and well-being of your livestock and animals.Our practice emphasizes preventive care, client education, and prompt emergency response, establishing us as a trusted partner in animal health. With extensive experience in equine medicine, herd health management, and palliative care, we deliver reliable, science-backed solutions tailored to each client's unique needs. Our commitment to excellence extends to our 24/7 emergency availability and our dedication to staying current with veterinary advancements.
Services
Routine health care
Emergency euthanasia
In-home pet cremation
Equine vaccinations
Dental care
Reproductive services
Lameness exams
Castrations
Nutritional consultation
Bandage supplies
Details
- Year established: 2009
Highlights and features
- We offer 24/7 emergency veterinary services for established clients
- Our practice specializes in mobile care for large animals and exotic pets
- Veterinarians maintain advanced training in equine and herd health management
- We provide comprehensive wellness programs tailored to farm animals
- Our team combines farriery expertise with modern veterinary techniques
What people say
Improvement in both my horses
Competing the next weekend
Valuable resource available
Professional emergency care
Knowledgeable staff
Services
Routine health care
Our comprehensive wellness exams include vaccinations, dental evaluations, nutritional assessments, and disease prevention strategies. We develop customized health plans to maintain optimal animal condition and detect issues early. This proactive approach reduces long-term health complications and improves overall herd or stable productivity through regular monitoring and professional guidance.
Emergency euthanasia
Compassionate in-home euthanasia services allow pets to transition peacefully in familiar surroundings. Our veterinarians provide emotional support while ensuring humane treatment, respecting both animal comfort and owner needs for a dignified farewell process tailored to individual circumstances.
Equine vaccinations
We administer core vaccinations protecting against rabies, tetanus, encephalomyelitis, and West Nile virus, following AAEP guidelines. Regular booster schedules maintain equine immunity while minimizing adverse reactions through proper storage, handling, and administration techniques tailored to each horse's risk profile.
Dental care
Professional dental exams include floating procedures to address sharp enamel points, wolf teeth removal, and periodontal disease assessment. Proper mastication preservation prevents weight loss while addressing TMJ discomfort through specialized equine dentistry equipment and techniques.
Bandage supplies
Our supply center stocks vet wrap, elastikon, sterile gauze, and ready-made leg wrap kits for immediate injury management. We provide technical guidance on proper application techniques while offering emergency kits containing essential materials for field treatment of traumatic wounds.
People
Dr. Jennifer Mayfield
Founder
Graduated from UC Davis in 2009 with large animal focus. Certified farrier since 2001, specializing in lameness and hoof care. Completed Tevis Cup endurance rides with multiple horses.
Dr. Natalie Sundstrom
Veterinarian
Licensed practitioner with expertise in equine medicine and mobile veterinary services. Active participant in continuing education for advanced large animal care techniques.
Dr. Jessica Swanson
Veterinarian
Compassionate animal care professional with specialization in livestock health management and emergency response protocols, bringing extensive clinical experience to our mobile practice.
Questions
What livestock species do you treat?
We treat horses, cattle, sheep, goats, pigs, camelids, and offer limited services for dogs and cats.
Do you provide emergency care?
Yes, we offer 24/7 emergency services for established clients with livestock and in-home euthanasia for pets.
What payment methods do you accept?
Please contact our office directly to discuss available payment options and financial arrangements.
Are house calls available?
As a mobile practice, we provide on-farm services for all livestock at your location.
What cremation options exist for pets?
We offer group cremation with ashes scattered locally or private cremation with ashes returned in a cedar box.
How to schedule an appointment?
Call our office at 530-559-8910 during business hours or use our emergency line after hours.
