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Your Trusted Reno Veterinary Care Provider
At Truckee Meadows Veterinary Hospital, we strive to be your trusted partner in pet healthcare, committed to guiding your family through every stage of your pet's life. Our collaborative approach ensures you're involved in every decision, with clear explanations of diagnoses, treatment plans, and cost estimates. With Dr. Rachel Kuester's expertise in general practice, urgent care, and emergency medicine, combined with our legacy of 48 years of service from predecessors like Dr. Grinsell and Dr.Sara, we deliver compassionate, high-quality veterinary care tailored to your pet's lifelong needs. Our team prioritizes low-stress handling, client education, and state-of-the-art diagnostics, including digital X-rays and ultrasound, while maintaining affordability without compromising standards. Backed by decades of regional experience, we emphasize preventive care, nutritional counseling, and behavioral management to promote optimal pet wellness in Reno and surrounding communities.
Services
Dental Care
Surgery
Digital X-rays
Vaccinations
Microchipping
Wellness Exams
Nutritional Counseling
Behavior Management
Parasite Prevention
Ultrasound
Highlights and features
- We combine 48 years of regional experience with modern veterinary techniques
- Our team includes specialists in low-stress animal handling and urgent care
- We provide transparent cost estimates and treatment explanations
- Our facility features state-of-the-art digital imaging technology
- We offer comprehensive preventive care programs for lifelong pet wellness
What people say
Thorough examinations
Compassionate staff
Excellent veterinarian
Knowledgeable team
Patient care
Services
Dental Care
We provide comprehensive dental care to prevent and treat oral diseases that can affect your pet's overall health. Our services include dental cleanings, extractions, and oral health assessments. Regular dental care prevents systemic infections that can impact heart, liver, and kidney function in pets.
Vaccinations
Our customized vaccination programs protect pets against preventable diseases based on regional risks and individual health needs. We follow AAHA vaccination guidelines while considering each pet's lifestyle and exposure risks. Proper immunization safeguards your pet's health throughout their life stages.
Surgery
We offer advanced surgical services with modern techniques and continuous staff education in surgical advancements. Our surgical team prepares for complex procedures while maintaining strict patient monitoring protocols. We focus on minimizing recovery times through appropriate post-operative care plans.
Wellness Exams
Regular wellness exams help establish health baselines and detect potential issues early. Our comprehensive physical examinations assess all major body systems while tracking developmental changes. These checkups provide opportunities for preventive care recommendations tailored to each pet's life stage.
Urgent Care
Our urgent care services address time-sensitive medical conditions requiring immediate attention. The team handles critical cases with prioritized treatment while maintaining compassionate client communication. We stabilize patients and develop appropriate treatment plans for after-hours emergencies.
People
Dr. Rachel Kuester
Veterinarian
Licensed veterinarian with extensive experience in general practice and urgent care. Graduated from Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine and practices compassionate, client-focused pet healthcare.
Robin
Practice Manager
Veterinary professional with over 10 years of experience managing clinic operations. Native Nevadan committed to quality patient care and community pet health education while managing daily hospital functions.
Brooke
Veterinary Assistant
Recent graduate from UNLV with biology background, dedicated to learning veterinary medicine. Passionate about animal health and client education while pursuing veterinary technician certification.
Emily
Licensed Veterinary Technician
Licensed veterinary technician with expertise in animal care across species. Holds degrees in agricultural science and veterinary technology while focusing on diagnostic support and patient treatment.
Jenn
Licensed Veterinary Technician
Veterinary technician with 15+ years of experience providing quality patient care. Holds dual citizenship in Canada and US while bringing international perspective to veterinary practices in Reno.
Questions
What types of pets do you treat?
We treat dogs, cats, and small mammals including rabbits, ferrets, guinea pigs, and rodents.
Do you offer emergency services?
Yes, we provide urgent care for time-sensitive medical conditions requiring immediate veterinary attention.
How can I schedule a wellness exam?
Contact us at (775) 825-0400 to book preventive care appointments during regular business hours.
What diagnostic tools do you have available?
Our facility features digital X-rays, ultrasound, and on-site laboratory diagnostics for comprehensive pet health assessments.
Do you provide pet behavior counseling?
Yes, our team offers behavior management solutions for common pet behavioral issues affecting household dynamics.
