Carson Valley Veterinary Hospital

Gardnerville, NV

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At a glance

Facility type
Veterinary Practice
Practice tier
General
Clinic type
Standalone
Operating status
Operational
Appointment model
Both
24/7 care
No
Accepting new patients
Yes

Species treated

Small Animal Companion Exotic Companion Mammal Avian Reptile Amphibian

Services

General Practice Wellness Vaccination Surgery Imaging In House Lab Pharmacy Hospitalization Emergency Urgent Care End Of Life

Accreditations

Aaha

Amenities & accessibility

Parking
Free parking lotPaid parking lot
Appointments
Appointment requiredAppointments recommended
Service options
Onsite services
Amenities
Restroom
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lotWheelchair accessible restroom

Overview

We take pride in what we do at Carson Valley Veterinary Hospital. We have become one of the premier veterinary hospitals in northern Nevada due our devotion to progressive and compassionate veterinary medicine. We are a full-service hospital, committed to providing access to quality care

Carson Valley Veterinary Hospital was founded in 1955 by Dr. Keith Cornforth. Dr. Cornforth was soon joined by Dr. Stephen Talbot, as well as Dr. Bob Gorrindo. Having a passion for animals and a vision of a veterinary hospital which provided medical care at a level that rivaled those providing human care, Carson Valley Veterinary Hospital was built on a strong foundation which is displayed to this day

Mission — Our goal at Carson Valley Veterinary Hospital is to provide the best possible compassionate care to your pet with a high level of service to you. We do this because pets are an important part of our lives and community

Care capabilities

Emergency
Er Daytime
End-of-life care
In Clinic

Team at a glance

15
Veterinarians (DVM)
16
Licensed technicians
9
Support staff
40
Total team

Individual names, titles & bios are in the practice intelligence layer below.

Technology & equipment

digital radiography (x-rays)ultrasoundCT scanslaparoscopyendoscopyEKGdental radiography

Services in detail

Wellness & Preventive CareVaccinationsParasite Control (Fleas, Ticks & Heartworms)DentistryMicrochippingDiet & NutritionCT ScanRadiographyDental RadiographyDiagnostic UltrasoundsEndoscopyEKGLaboratory ServicesAllergiesSpay & NeuterSoft Tissue SurgeryOrthopedic SurgeryLaparoscopic SurgeryCardiologyEndocrinologyGastroenterologyNeurologyOncologyUrologyLabor & DeliveryArtificial Insemination for PetsFertility TestingDomestic Health CertificatesInternational Health CertificatesEuthanasiaCremation

Appointments & hours

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Mon-Sun 7:00am-9:00pm

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Frequently asked

Is Carson Valley Veterinary Hospital accepting new patients?+

Yes — Carson Valley Veterinary Hospital is currently accepting new patients.

Does Carson Valley Veterinary Hospital offer emergency or urgent care?+

Carson Valley Veterinary Hospital provides daytime emergency care.

Is Carson Valley Veterinary Hospital AAHA-accredited?+

Yes — Carson Valley Veterinary Hospital is an AAHA-accredited hospital.

Does Carson Valley Veterinary Hospital treat exotic pets?+

Yes — Carson Valley Veterinary Hospital offers care for exotic pets in addition to small animals.

What services does Carson Valley Veterinary Hospital offer?+

Carson Valley Veterinary Hospital offers General Practice, Wellness, Vaccination, Surgery, Imaging, In House Lab, Pharmacy, Hospitalization, and more.

When was Carson Valley Veterinary Hospital established?+

Carson Valley Veterinary Hospital has served the Gardnerville, NV community since 1955.

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Data as of July 2026. VetPulse aggregates public-record and licensing data; it does not represent the practice directly.