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Your Trusted Veterinarian in McMinnville, OR
Third Street Veterinary Hospital is a full-service veterinary clinic dedicated to providing compassionate, high-quality care for dogs and cats. Founded to address the needs of McMinnville, Oregon, and surrounding communities, we combine medical expertise with a commitment to creating a calm, kid-friendly environment that minimizes stress for both pets and their owners. Our experienced team, led by Dr. Rachel Collins, specializes in routine wellness care, advanced diagnostics, and surgical interventions, emphasizing personalized communication and tailored treatment plans. With decades of collective experience in veterinary medicine, including specialized training in senior pet care and orthopedic procedures, we prioritize ongoing education to maintain industry-leading standards.Our practice philosophy centers on treating every pet as a valued family member, ensuring transparency, ethical care, and a focus on preventative health to extend the lives of our patients. We maintain rigorous protocols for maintaining a clean, safe facility and work closely with pet owners to address concerns ranging from vaccinations to complex medical conditions.
Services
Dentistry
Spaying/Neutering
Labwork
Well Kitten & Puppy Plans
Immunizations
Ultrasound
Pharmaceuticals
Soft Tissue Surgery
Orthopedic Surgery
X-rays
Highlights and features
- Our team includes experienced veterinary professionals with specialized training in senior pet care and orthopedic surgery.
- We create a low-stress, kid-friendly clinic environment to ease anxiety for pets and owners.
- We offer tailored preventative care plans to maintain optimal pet health at every life stage.
- Our staff prioritizes transparent communication to keep owners informed about treatment options.
- We serve McMinnville and surrounding areas with a focus on community-based veterinary care.
Services
Dentistry
Our dental services include ultrasonic scaling to remove plaque and tartar, periodontal disease evaluation, and polishing to protect teeth. Proper oral care prevents infections and systemic health issues in pets. We emphasize preventative care to maintain lifelong dental health.
Spaying/Neutering
We perform spaying and neutering surgeries for dogs and cats aged six months to one year, with breed-specific timing recommendations. These procedures prevent overpopulation and reduce risks of reproductive diseases while supporting behavioral stability.
Well Kitten & Puppy Plans
Our wellness packages include vaccinations, parasite testing, and developmental exams for kittens and puppies aged eight to sixteen weeks. These plans provide discounted preventive care to establish healthy growth patterns and early disease detection.
Labwork
We conduct comprehensive lab tests including bloodwork, urinalysis, and parasite screening to diagnose illnesses and monitor chronic conditions. Accurate diagnostics enable targeted treatment plans and proactive health management for long-term wellbeing.
Soft Tissue Surgery
Our surgical services include spays, neuters, mass removals, and gastrointestinal procedures performed with advanced anesthesia monitoring. We prioritize pain management and post-operative care to ensure safe recovery for all surgical patients.
People
Dr. Rachel Collins
Veterinarian
Dr. Collins graduated from Oregon State University's College of Veterinary Medicine in 2013. She specializes in surgery, senior pet care, and cruciate disease management, emphasizing client communication and low-stress visits. She lives on a Yamhill family farm with her husband, two sons, and multiple pets.
Hilary
Certified Veterinary Technician
Hilary has worked at Third Street Veterinary Hospital since 2004, earning her CVT certification in 2006. She brings expertise from Portland and Roseburg veterinary practices, balancing professional knowledge with sewing hobby pursuits and language-learning passions.
Zoe
Office Manager & Veterinary Assistant
Zoe has served in veterinary medicine since 2014, working at Third Street Veterinary Hospital since 2015. Her career began in horse training and animal fostering. She balances family life with four dogs and two cats while managing office operations.
Vanessa
Veterinary Assistant
Vanessa joined TSVH in 2019 after working with Homeward Bound Pets since 2011. She calms even the most difficult cats and enjoys reading and attending Portland concerts with her husband in her free time.
Isabella
Veterinary Assistant
Isabella joined Third Street Veterinary Hospital in 2022 while attending veterinary school at Oregon State University. Her feline medicine passion combines with gardening and family time outside her clinical responsibilities.
Questions
What species do you treat?
We treat dogs and cats only. We do not provide care for exotics, birds, horses, or large animals.
Do you offer grooming services?
We provide nail trims and anal gland expressions for established patients but do not offer full grooming services.
What payment options are available?
We require full payment at service time and accept CareCredit, major credit cards, and allow account pre-payments.
When should I spay or neuter my pet?
We recommend spaying/neutering between six months and one year, with some breeds requiring delayed procedures per veterinarian guidance.
Do you offer emergency care after hours?
We refer after-hours emergencies to partnered clinics in Portland, Hillsboro, Tualatin, and Salem. Contact details are provided on our Emergency Resources page.
What wellness packages do you offer for puppies/kittens?
Our packages include vaccinations, wellness exams, parasite prevention, and testing at discounted rates for puppies/kittens aged 8-16 weeks.
