Mountain Vista Veterinary Services

05/22/2026

🐾 Happy Veterinary Assistant Week! 🐾💙

This week we’re celebrating the incredible veterinary assistants who help keep Mountain Vista Veterinary Services running every single day. From helping care for patients, comforting nervous pets and owners, assisting our doctors, answering questions, cleaning, organizing, and doing all the little things in between — they truly do it all.
We are so lucky to have such a hardworking and compassionate team!
Thank you for everything you do for our patients, clients, and team. Your dedication, kindness, and teamwork do not go unnoticed, and we appreciate you more than words can say! 💙🐶🐱

🇺🇸 Reminder: MVVS will be closed Monday in observance of Memorial Day.
We hope everyone has a safe and peaceful holiday weekend. 💙

For any emergencies while we are closed, please call the clinic at (406) 478-6887 and select option 3 to be connected with Dr. John.

05/15/2026

🐾 Cuteness overload! 🐾

Visiting veterinarian Dr. Emma had her hands and lap full yesterday during these adorable 8-week puppy appointments! 😍

These fluffy Great Pyrenees pups brought all the cuddles, chaos, and cuteness to the clinic!

We love getting to be part of these early puppy milestones and helping start them off on the right paw 💙

05/13/2026

🔥🐾 Wildfire Season Is Starting Early 🐾🔥

With prescribed burns already starting and air quality already becoming poor in some areas, it’s a good reminder that smoke can affect our pets too!

A few simple ways to help protect them:
💙 Keep pets indoors as much as possible during smoky conditions
💙 Limit outdoor exercise when air quality is poor
💙 Make sure they always have plenty of fresh water
💙 Watch for coughing, watery eyes, lethargy, or trouble breathing
💙 Have an emergency evacuation kit ready with food, medications, records, leashes, and carriers
💙 Make sure pets have updated ID tags and microchip information

We put together a new blog post with helpful tips on keeping your pets safe during wildfire season and what signs to watch for at home. 🔥🐶🐱

How to Protect Your Pets When Wildfire Season Starts Early - Mountain Vista Veterinary Services https://share.google/OLxL4WtPxiOaNYzj0

Stay safe out there, friends — and as always, if you’re concerned about your pet, give us a call. We’re here to help. 📞 (406) 478-6887

Wildfire season is starting early. How to Protect Your Pets When Wildfire Season Starts Early.

05/06/2026

💙🐾 Bittersweet Goodbyes at MVVS 🐾💙

Today we’re saying goodbye to Emma as she begins an exciting new chapter with Glacier Bank! 🏔️💼

Emma has been such a wonderful part of the Mountain Vista Veterinary Services team, and while we are definitely going to miss seeing her smiling face around the clinic, we are so excited for her and this new opportunity.

Thank you, Emma Poch for all of your hard work, kindness, and dedication to our clients, patients, and team. You’ve been such a valued part of the MVVS family, and we know you’re going to do amazing things in your new role. ❤️

Please join us in wishing Emma all the success and happiness on her new adventure! We will miss you so much! 💙

05/04/2026

🌌🐾 May the 4th Be With You 🐾🌌

When your pet channels their inner Sith… 😅
(Charlie understands the assignment)

Don’t worry—we’ve seen it all. From the calmest Jedi to the most dramatic “Dark Side” moments, our team is here to handle it with patience, care, and a whole lot of compassion 💙

At Mountain Vista Veterinary Services, we focus on making every visit as stress-free as possible—for pets and their people.

✨ Gentle handling
✨ Fear-reducing techniques
✨ Plenty of love (and treats)

May the Force—and good health—be with your pets today and always.

📞 Give us a call to schedule your visit (406) 478-6887

04/28/2026

🐾💙 Meet Bogo-Bear! 💙🐾

We had the sweetest visit today from Bogo-Bear, a certified therapy dog, and he completely stole our hearts 🥹

This gentle boy loves people, reading with kids, and spreading comfort wherever he goes—and trust us, you feel it the second you meet him.

Thank you to his wonderful owner for letting us share him with our MVVS family!

✨ Have you or your pet had an experience with a therapy animal? We’d love to hear your story in the comments!

04/21/2026

Happy Veterinary Receptionist Week! 🐾💙

Meet the friendly faces behind the front desk at Mountain Vista Veterinary Services—the ones who greet you with a smile, answer your calls, and help keep everything running smoothly day in and day out.

They’re often the first voice you hear and the last face you see—and they truly care about every pet and person who walks through our doors.

We are so grateful for this incredible team:
✨ Izzy
✨ Kayla
✨ Amanda

If you’ve had a great experience with our front desk, we’d love for you to show them some love below! 👇

04/20/2026

🐾 Is Your Pet Struggling with Anxiety? You’re Not Alone.

Just like people, dogs and cats can experience anxiety—and it can show up in ways you might not expect. From pacing and panting to hiding, vocalizing, or destructive behavior, these are often signs your pet is feeling stressed.

The good news? There are ways we can help 💙

✔️ Creating a calm, safe environment
✔️ Keeping a consistent routine
✔️ Using enrichment and mental stimulation
✔️ Behavior training and desensitization
✔️ And when needed—safe, effective medical support

Every pet is different, and there’s no one-size-fits-all solution—but with the right plan, your pet can feel more comfortable and confident.

✨ Want to learn how to recognize the signs and support your pet?
Check out our latest blog:
👉 https://www.mvvs.vet/how-to-treat-anxiety-in-dogs-and-cats/

If you’ve noticed changes in your pet’s behavior, we’re here to help. You don’t have to navigate it alone.

📞 Call us to talk about options tailored specifically to your pet. (406) 478-6887

Learn how to treat anxiety in dogs and cats with expert veterinary guidance. Discover causes, symptoms, and effective treatments.

04/15/2026

We’re excited to announce that we now offer ProHeart® 6 — a convenient heartworm prevention injection that protects your dog for 6 full months with just one shot! 💉🐶

❤️ What is heartworm disease?
Heartworm disease in dogs is a serious condition caused by parasites spread through mosquito bites. When an infected mosquito bites a dog, larvae enter the bloodstream and grow inside the heart and lungs. Over time, this can lead to coughing, fatigue, breathing problems, and even heart failure if left untreated.

The good news? Heartworm disease is preventable—and prevention is much safer, easier, and more affordable than treatment.

🌎 Planning to travel?
If you and your pup are heading out of the area—even for a short trip—heartworm prevention is especially important. Many regions have a much higher risk than ours, and it only takes one mosquito bite to expose your dog.

🐾 Heartworm disease is serious—but prevention is simple. Let us help you keep your furry family member protected all year long.

📞 Call us today to schedule your dog’s ProHeart 6 injection or ask if it’s the right fit for your pet!
(406) 478-6887

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04/03/2026

🐾 Building Lifelong Health Starts Today 🐾

At Mountain Vista Veterinary Services, we believe the best way to care for your pet… is to stay ahead of problems before they start. 💙

Preventive care isn’t just about vaccines — it’s about giving your pet the longest, healthiest, happiest life possible. From wellness exams and dental care to bloodwork and parasite prevention, these small steps make a big difference over time.

✨ Early detection
✨ Fewer unexpected expenses
✨ More quality years with your pet

It’s all part of building lifelong health 🐶🐱

👉 Want to learn more? Check out our latest blog:
https://mvvs.vet/pet-preventive-care-in-northwest-montana/

📞 Call us or stop in to get your pet on track with a preventive care plan that fits their lifestyle.
(406) 478-6887