Business Details
Your Trusted Milpitas Veterinary Clinic for Compassionate Pet Care
At Calaveras Veterinary Clinic, we have dedicated ourselves to providing compassionate veterinary care since our establishment. Our practice emphasizes thorough preventive medicine for pets and comprehensive education for pet owners, ensuring both animals and their families receive the highest standard of care. With over three decades of service to the Milpitas community, we have cultivated a unique approach that prioritizes stress-free experiences for pets, particularly cats, through our Cat Friendly Certified environment. Our team of experienced veterinarians and staff bring extensive expertise in wellness exams, vaccinations, dental care, and surgical procedures, supported by advanced diagnostic tools and personalized treatment plans. We demonstrate our authoritativeness through consistent community engagement and adherence to industry best practices, while our commitment to transparency and client education builds trust with every family we serve.By focusing on preventive care as a cost-effective solution, we help pet owners avoid expensive treatments for preventable diseases. Our dedication to continuous improvement is reflected in our adoption of modern technology, including digital dental X-rays and tailored anesthetic protocols for surgical procedures. Through our emphasis on client communication, we ensure pet owners fully understand all aspects of their pets care. This unwavering commitment to excellence has earned us the loyalty of families who have trusted us with their pets' health for multiple generations.
Services
Wellness Exams
Vaccinations
Dental Care
Surgery
Spay and Neuter
Diagnostics
Dermatology
Critical Care
Highlights and features
- We are a Cat Friendly Certified practice with specialized feline care expertise
- Our team has over three decades of combined experience serving Milpitas pets
- We emphasize preventive care to help avoid expensive future treatments
- Our veterinarians utilize advanced diagnostic and surgical technologies
- We provide comprehensive client education with every service
Associations and certifications
- American Association of Feline Practitioners (Cat Friendly Practice)
What people say
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Positive vet experience
Over 20 years
Compassionate team
Services
Wellness Exams
Our comprehensive wellness exams detect health issues early through nose-to-tail physicals, blood work, and fecal exams. We recommend annual exams for young pets and biannual exams for seniors. These preventive visits help avoid costly treatments for conditions like periodontal disease and organ infections.
Vaccinations
We provide core and non-core vaccinations tailored to your pet's lifestyle and risk factors. Core vaccines include rabies and DHPP for dogs, FVRCP for cats. Non-core options cover leptospirosis, bordetella, and feline leukemia. Our protocols follow strict timelines for optimal immunity.
Dental Care
Our dental services include ultrasonic scaling, polishing, and digital X-rays to address tartar above and below the gumline. Pre-anesthetic bloodwork ensures safety, while extractions treat damaged teeth. We also educate owners on home care techniques and recommend preventive products.
Surgery
We perform soft tissue and orthopedic surgeries using modern monitoring equipment and tailored anesthetic protocols. Procedures include mass removals, C-sections, and CCL repairs. IV catheters maintain hydration, while post-op care includes pain management and follow-up checks to ensure proper healing.
Spay and Neuter
Our spay/neuter services prevent pet overpopulation while providing medical benefits. Females avoid uterine infections and cancers, males reduce roaming and aggression. We recommend 6 months as general timing, adjusting for breed and health factors to optimize skeletal development and long-term wellness.
People
Dr. Satwinder Bajwa
Veterinarian
Dr. Bajwa has practiced veterinary medicine since 2009, earning his DVM in the US after completing a masters in Animal Reproduction in India. He specializes in internal medicine, critical care, and surgery, bringing international experience from Canada and California to our clinic.
Dr. Kimberly Carlson
Veterinary Surgeon
Board-certified veterinary surgeon Dr. Carlson completed her DVM at the University of Illinois and surgical residency at Tufts University. With over 15 years in the Bay Area, she now provides specialty surgical services through her Lenity Vet Specialists practice while supporting our team.
Dima Tzoumas
Practice Manager
With 20 years of veterinary experience, Dima has served as our Practice Manager since 2020. She combines clinical expertise as a practicing nurse with leadership skills to ensure quality patient care and staff development while maintaining exceptional client service standards.
Rocio Dorado
Veterinary Assistant
Rocio brings her lifelong passion for animals to her role as veterinary assistant. Currently pursuing licensure as a veterinary technician, she provides compassionate care to every patient while gaining valuable experience to advance her veterinary career.
Niko
Veterinary Assistant
Niko joined our team with no prior experience but has quickly developed essential skills through dedicated training. His enthusiasm for veterinary medicine and commitment to animal welfare make him a valuable asset to our practice as he builds his career.
Questions
What wellness exam services do you offer for pets?
We provide comprehensive wellness exams including physical checks, blood work, fecal exams, and pest prevention assessments. Our exams detect early health issues and include client education about your pet's specific needs.
Do you offer dental care for cats and dogs?
Yes, we offer complete dental services including cleaning, polishing, digital X-rays, and extractions. Our dental care addresses both above and below gumline tartar to prevent systemic health issues.
What surgical procedures do you perform?
We handle soft tissue surgeries like mass removals and spays, plus orthopedic procedures through our traveling surgeon. This includes CCL repairs, fracture fixes, and patella luxation corrections with modern monitoring equipment.
Are you equipped for pet emergencies?
While we don't provide 24/7 emergency services, we offer urgent care during our regular hours. For after-hours emergencies, we recommend VCA Bay Area Veterinary Specialists & Emergency Hospital in San Leandro.
What payment options do you accept?
We accept cash, credit cards, and CareCredit financing. Payment is due at the time of service, but our CareCredit partnership helps make veterinary care more affordable through flexible payment plans.
How can I schedule an appointment?
You can schedule appointments by calling (408) 262-7200 during our regular business hours. We offer same-day appointments for urgent cases and maintain a 24-hour voicemail system for after-hours scheduling requests.
