New Patients

Switching vets, or visiting one for the first time, can feel like a big decision. Here’s what you can expect when you choose High Desert Veterinary, and how we do things a little differently.

We won’t push you to spend more than your pet needs.

We don’t treat veterinary care like a product to be upsold. We’re here to give your pet the best care in the most honest, cost-effective way we can.

We trust experience and common sense as much as the latest technology.

Veterinary medicine is capable of more than ever before — but more tests and more advanced treatments don’t always mean better care for your pet, and they almost always mean a bigger bill. We stay current on the latest advancements, and we adopt the ones that are genuinely safer, less invasive, or more effective — not just newer. The rest, we leave on the shelf.

That’s the kind of judgment that comes from decades of hands-on experience, and it’s why our clients tend to stick with us for years — sometimes for the life of more than one pet.

What to expect at your first visit…

• Please arrive 15 minutes early to complete new patient paperwork, or fill it out online ahead of time.
• Bring any prior medical records if you’re switching from another vet.
• Your first visit typically includes a full exam and a conversation about your pet’s health history and your goals for their care.
• Have questions before you come in? Just give us a call.

Ready to get started?