Wednesday, September 8th

Dr. Gruda and his staff took such wonderful care of our newly adopted dog. Tucker can now run and play on his reconstructed leg.

—Tucker's family

New Client Information

Gruda Veterinary Hospital welcomes both you and your pets.

If you are new to Santa Fe or just searching for the right veterinarian for your pet, please feel free to call our offices or stop by for a tour of our facility and a chance to meet the staff. To follow is some general information about our facility and staff.

Appointments

Gruda Veterinary Hospital will be happy to make an appointment for any of your veterinary needs whether it be for well care, vaccinations, dental care, illness, surgery consult or acupuncture. The receptionists or a doctor will be happy to discuss your pet’s needs to determine which doctor is best for both you and your pet.

For those difficult cases, our doctors consult with each other in an effort to best serve your pet. We also maintain a close working relationship with many veterinary specialists and consultants in the case that your pet needs care outside the realm of our doctors.

What are your office hours?

We are open 7:30-5:30 Monday through Friday and 8:00am – 12 Noon on Saturday.

Do I need to make an appointment?

We do schedule appointments Monday through Friday. Saturday hours are walk-in.

My pet is sick, what if I can’t get an appointment?

We try to keep one of our doctors available to care for acutely sick animals or emergencies. If your pet becomes ill, call our office immediately and we will make sure one of our doctors is able to see him/her the same day.

What if I have an emergency and can’t or don’t have time to call?

Please put your animal in the car and come to our office immediately. If you can call on the way, we will be prepared when you arrive. If you can’t call ahead, that is OK. If you need help getting your pet into the hospital, please let the receptionist know and we will send out assistance immediately.

What if my pet becomes injured or sick after business hours?

One of our veterinarians always carries a pager. If you call our normal business number after hours, our voice mail will give you the pager number. When you page, one of our veterinarians will call and discuss your pet’s needs. At that time, the veterinarian will be able to tell you if your pet can wait to be seen tomorrow, give you hints of things you may be able to do at home, or let you know if you should go to the Emergency Clinic for immediate treatment.

What types of payment do you accept?

We accept cash, check, Visa, Mastercard, Discover and CareCredit. If you are having difficulty paying for your pet visit, please ask our receptionist or doctor about CareCredit.