Business Details
49 Years
experience
Emergency
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Your Trusted Veterinarian in Cape Coral, FL
Welcome to Viscaya Prado Veterinary Hospital, established in 1977 as Cape Coral, Florida's trusted full-service veterinary care provider. Our team has dedicated decades to maintaining the health of dogs, cats, reptiles, and exotic pets for local residents and visitors across Southwest Florida. Founded by Dr. Milton McKelvie, our practice emphasizes collaborative care through open communication with pet owners to create optimal home environments for animals. We combine extensive clinical experience with compassionate service to ensure pets receive preventative care, timely treatment, and emergency interventions.Our multidisciplinary approach accommodates diverse needs, from routine wellness exams to specialized exotic animal medicine. The hospital maintains state-of-the-art facilities for diagnostics, surgery, and patient monitoring while upholding ethical standards of animal husbandry education. Our longevity reflects our commitment to evolving veterinary science and community pet welfare leadership.
Services
Exotic Pet Medicine
Surgical Services
Wellness Programs
Avian Care
Emergency Care
Dentistry
Radiology
Flea Control
Dermatology
Endoscopy
Details
- Year established: 1977
Highlights and features
- Over 45 years serving Southwest Florida's veterinary needs since 1977
- Specialized exotic pet medicine for unusual animal companions
- Full-service hospital offering emergency care and advanced diagnostics
- Team includes residency-trained specialists in avian and aquatic medicine
- Comprehensive wellness programs tailored to different life stages
Services
Exotic Pet Medicine
Specialized veterinary services for non-traditional pets including reptiles, amphibians, and small mammals. Our trained staff provides species-specific nutrition counseling, disease prevention protocols, and surgical interventions tailored to exotic animals' unique physiology. This service addresses common health concerns in exotic species while educating owners about proper husbandry practices.
Wellness Programs
Customized health maintenance plans covering vaccinations, parasite control, and nutritional guidance for all life stages. These programs include age-specific screening tests for early disease detection in puppies, adult dogs, kittens, and senior animals. Preventative care reduces long-term medical costs through early intervention.
Emergency Services
24/7 emergency veterinary care for critical pet health situations. Our facility handles trauma cases, poisoning incidents, and acute medical conditions with immediate diagnostic capabilities and life-saving interventions. This service provides continuity with regular wellness providers for ongoing treatment planning.
Avian Medicine
Comprehensive medical and surgical care for pet birds including routine checkups and specialized treatment for feather disorders. Services include proper nail trimming, beak shaping, and disease screening tailored to avian physiology. Our staff addresses behavioral concerns specific to parrots and other cage birds.
Surgical Services
Full spectrum surgical care from routine spay/neuter procedures to complex orthopedic operations. Our protocols include comprehensive pre-anesthetic testing, intraoperative monitoring, and post-operative pain management. The hospital maintains referral relationships with board-certified specialists for advanced cases requiring specialized equipment.
People
Dr. Milton McKelvie
Veterinarian
DVM graduate of University of Florida since 1983 with over 35 years operating Cape Coral's trusted veterinary hospital. Specializes in companion animal care while maintaining focus on community pet education.
Dr. Meghan Schuman
Veterinarian
Cape Coral native specializing in integrative medicine and certified in veterinary acupuncture. Provides holistic treatment options for both small and large animals across Southwest Florida communities.
Dr. Kelsey Hoag
Aquatic Veterinarian
Certified aquatic animal specialist with marine biology background. Focuses on fish and invertebrate care, promoting preventative health practices for exotic aquatic species while increasing public awareness about proper husbandry requirements.
Dr. Lisa Monte
Veterinarian
Veterinary medicine graduate with extensive small animal internship experience. Brings specialized immunology expertise to clinical practice while maintaining comprehensive small animal care capabilities.
Dr. Juanita Monteiro
Veterinarian
PhD immunologist with 20 years corporate veterinary hospital experience. Combines advanced research background with practical clinical skills, having served on Pennsylvania State Board of Veterinary Medicine since 2009.
Questions
What exotic pet services do you offer?
We provide specialized care for reptiles, amphibians, and small mammals including dietary consultations, disease prevention, and surgical treatments tailored to exotic species' unique needs.
Do you handle bird veterinary care?
Yes, we offer complete avian services including routine checkups, beak and nail maintenance, and disease screening for pet birds like parrots and songbirds.
Are your emergency services available after hours?
Our emergency team operates during regular business hours with urgent care capabilities for critical pet health situations requiring immediate attention.
How often should I bring my pet for wellness exams?
Annual checkups are recommended for adult pets, with more frequent visits for puppies, kittens, and senior animals to maintain optimal health through preventative care.
What surgical procedures do you perform?
We handle routine surgeries like spaying/neutering and complex procedures including orthopedic operations, with access to specialist referrals for advanced cases.
