About Viking Veterinary Care

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Adaptive, Specialized Fear Free Care

You and your loyal companion deserve to feel comfortable every time you visit the vet. No matter what brings you to us, our Fear Free Certified Practice adapts to the specific needs and preferences of each patient. We take our time with you, preparing even before you arrive to keep every interaction fun and relaxed for everyone.

We’re constantly striving to bring new treatment modalities for animals and their families. Science is always evolving, and so should we. To provide comprehensive care for our patients and their families, we offer integrative and regenerative options to complement our progressive, cutting-edge medicine, including laser therapy, supplements, acupuncture, stem cell treatment, Chinese herbs, and platelet-rich plasma.

 

Our Values

We are an independent, woman-owned, Fear Free Certified veterinary hospital that sees your pet as the individual they are. 

Our goal with every visit is to achieve that breakthrough moment, where we have earned the trust of our patients and their guardians, and the appointment feels like a visit with old friends.

What can you expect from us?

  • Masked vet technician kneeling on the floor examining a dogs ear

    Calm and welcoming environment

    We examine your pet with you and where they are most comfortable ― often on the floor ― with padded, non-slip surfaces, calming music, and pheromones to reduce stress.

    Every member of our staff is a Fear Free Certified Professional, trained in safe, gentle handling techniques that utilize desensitization and positive reinforcement.

    Our Emotional Medical Record of each patient helps us prepare their favorite treats, handling techniques, and even staff members for successful, stress-free visits.

  • Masked receptionist on a phone call

    Transparent and helpful communication

    Ask us anything! We want to ensure you can make the best, informed decisions in the care of your companion.

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Rabies Vaccination & Patient Safety

At Viking Veterinary Care, the health and safety of your pet, your family, our team, and the broader community are central to everything we do. Rabies is a serious viral disease that is fatal once clinical signs appear, but it is highly preventable through vaccination.

Oregon law requires dogs to be vaccinated against rabies by six months of age, and rabies vaccination is strongly recommended for cats. In Washington County, maintaining current rabies vaccination is an important part of protecting public health and minimizing the risks associated with animal bites and wildlife exposure. To uphold these safety standards, pets with an expired rabies vaccination may not be eligible for elective procedures, surgery, or certain treatments, at the discretion of our veterinary team. This policy helps ensure a safe clinical environment for patients, clients, and staff, and aligns with state and county public health expectations. We understand that circumstances can arise, and our team is always happy to discuss vaccination timing, answer questions, and help you bring your pet’s rabies protection up to date as smoothly and safely as possible.

Our goal is never to create barriers to care, but to practice responsible, compassionate medicine that prioritizes prevention, safety, and transparency. If you have concerns about rabies vaccination or believe your pet may qualify for a medical exemption, we encourage you to speak with us — we’re here to listen and partner with you in your pet’s care.

Tour Our Facilities

  • Bart, a Great Dane with a black coat and white muzzle, chest, and belly, wears a costume viking hat and poses next to the Viking Veterinary Care logo.

    Take a tour with Bart!

    Use the arrows to the right and left to navigate through our tour slideshow.

  • Bart poses next to photos of the outside of the hospital. The hospital is located on the second floor of its building and is accessed from the back. Bart says, "Hi, I'm Bart! Let me take you on a tour of Viking Veterinary Care."

    Meet Bart

    He would like to take you on a tour of Viking Veterinary Care.

  • Bart says, "Please note, our sign is on the front but our entrance is in the back under the awning."

    Please Note

    Our sign is in the front of the building but our facility entrance is in the back with plentiful parking.

  • Bart poses next to a photo of the entrance.

    Viking Veterinary Care's Entrance

    The front door is under the awning with our name on it.

  • Bart poses next to his pet parent, Dr. Rosie Gilbert, at the entrance of the hospital. As a Great Dane, his head reaches Dr. Gilbert's waist.

    Please wait in the comfort of your vehicle and text us upon your arrival.

    Our Viking Team are certified Fear Free Professionals that work hard to make your pets HAPPY at the vet. Parking is plentiful and a ramp is available for pets or people. We’ll check you in via text message and direct you to your prepared room once your technician is ready.

  • Bart uses a waiting room chair to rest his back half while his front paws easily support his front half. A wall of treats and supplements are behind him.

    We have many ways to address your pet’s needs!

    Dietary supplements, dental care, skin support, pheromones, probiotics, ear cleaners, and prescription foods are some of the ways we can assist. Please feel free to ask your veterinarian team for recommendations!

  • Bart poses on the floor scale, which is large enough even for him. The scale is located in a hallway painted a soft, cheerful blue. He looks up past the camera, likely waiting for a reward from his pet parent.

    Treats at the vet don’t count at weigh in, right?

    The scale doesn't have to be scary with a non-slip mat and treats. We welcome patients to come in for "Happy Visits" to help desensitize pets to the hospital.

  • Bart rests on a towel-covered cushion on the floor, wearing safety goggles. A Viking Veterinary Care teammate sits next to him as she performs an ultrasound.

    All our exam rooms feature comfortable bedding, calming pheromones, relaxing music, lots of treats, and room to move around.

    The majority of our examinations are performed on the floor, and treatments are completed in the room with YOU, where your pet is most comfortable.

  • Bart looks over V.V.C. teammate's shoulder as she uses a microscope at a desk in the back room.

    I think the tests will show I have a cheese deficiency!

    Viking Veterinary Care has full laboratory capabilities with most results back within a few days.

  • Bart stands in the doorway of a plexiglass kennel. There is a towel on the floor of the kennel.

    Hey look! I fit!

    Viking Veterinary Care's giant breed-friendly kennels in the treatment area allow us to have eyes on our patients at all times! They are large enough for giant dogs to completely turn around inside.

  • Bart looks at the camera as he lays on a hydrolic exam table. He is cushioned with towels.

    Can somebody give me a lift?

    Viking Veterinary Care's hydraulic table safely lifts canine friends during anesthetic procedures, such as dentals, platelet-rich plasma injections, or mass removals.

  • Bart poses in the glass doorway of a kennel room specificalyl designed for smaller animals. Stainless steel kennels and supplies line the wall behind him.

    Just visiting some friends in recovery…

    Viking Veterinary Care's ICU ward also has a glass front where patients can be monitored constantly while resting comfortably in a quiet environment enhanced with calming pheromones (a chemical signal that tells cats or dogs they are in a safe place).

  • Bart wears a lead jacket, just like you might wear at the dentist, in the x-ray room.

    Is my safety apron on alright?

    Our digital imaging suite allows us to take x-rays quickly and send them to the radiologist for a timely review.

  • Bart sniffs the feline-only kennels, which are stainless steel and lined with towels.

    The kitty accommodations pass inspection!

    Our feline friends are housed separately in the hospital, with full size litter boxes, comfortable beds, and relaxing cat-specific pheromones.

  • Bart is adorable wearing a surgical hair cover and booties. He rests his large head on the stainless steel surgical table, looking past the camera.

    I'm ready to assist, Doc!

    Viking Veterinary Care has a full service surgical suite where our doctors perform spays, neuters, gastropexies, mass removals, foreign body removals, stem cell harvesting, and exploratory surgeries.

  • The V.V.C. logo appears with the caption, "Thanks for stopping by!"

    Thank you!

    We look forward to seeing you soon.