Chula Vista, CA. Opening goal: spring 2027
At ease.
For the soldier. And for anyone handing us their pet. A small-animal hospital that is veteran owned and veterinarian owned, with a real military discount.
Vet owned. Both meanings.
A veteran owns this hospital. So does a veterinarian. They are the same person, and the crest says so. Pick a part of it.
The anchor
Vet, the first way.
The anchor is the military half. This hospital is veteran owned and operated, and "at ease" is a phrase she has heard a thousand times.
The V and the snake
Vet, the second way.
The snake coiled on a V is the veterinary symbol. A veterinarian owns and runs this hospital: Dr. Moriah Fountain, DVM, and she is the one in the exam room.
The pitbull
Dogs, on purpose this one.
She has two pitbull mixes of her own, so the crest got a pitbull, not a generic dog. Every dog gets the same calm room and the same care here.
The cat
And cats, equally.
Cats are half of who we care for, so the cat sits at the same height as the dog. Neither one is an afterthought.
The greens
Green, not navy. That is Molokai.
The crest is set in green and cream instead of the usual navy. It is a nod to Molokai, where she is from, and the part of her veterinary journey that happened there.
The owner
Dr. Moriah Fountain, DVM.
Originally from Molokai. She went to Iowa State for a B.S. in Animal Ecology with a minor in Animal Science, then to Western University of Health Sciences for her D.V.M.
Off the clock: two pitbull mixes at the beach, snowboarding, baking, and time with her husband and daughter.
At Ease is proudly identified as a veteran, family, Black, Hispanic and woman-owned small business.
What the chart will cover.
Dogs and cats, in three groups. The list below is the plan for opening day.
Preventive care
Ahead of the problem.
Wellness exams
The yearly visit, the new-puppy and new-kitten visits, and a real look at your pet's overall health.
Vaccinations
Core and lifestyle vaccines, matched to your pet's age and risk. We tell you what is recommended and why.
Parasite prevention
Flea, tick, heartworm and intestinal parasite protection, year round.
Nutritional counseling
Diet guidance for a healthy weight, coat and energy at every life stage.
Microchipping
A permanent ID for your pet. Quick, and it brings lost pets home.
Dental cleanings
Scaling and polishing under anesthesia, with monitoring, plus home care advice.
Medical and surgical
When your pet needs more than a checkup.
Sick visits
The day something is off. Same-day where the schedule allows.
Diagnostics and imaging
Bloodwork, urinalysis and X-rays, read by the veterinarian who saw your pet.
Soft tissue surgery
Routine and advanced procedures, with careful anesthetic monitoring and pain management.
Spay and neuter
Done with modern anesthetic protocols and attentive care afterward.
Dental surgery
Extractions and other procedures that relieve pain and bring your pet's appetite back.
Dermatology
Ear infections, skin conditions, allergies and hot spots, so your pet stops itching.
Senior pet care
Older pets, closer attention.
Senior wellness
Twice-yearly exams designed around the risks of aging pets.
Comprehensive bloodwork
Kidney, liver and thyroid panels that catch changes before symptoms show.
Pain and mobility
Arthritis and joint pain management, from medication to lifestyle changes.
A real military discount, from someone who served.
Active duty, veterans, reservists and their households get 15% off. Discounts for first responders, seniors, health professionals and teachers too.
15% off
- Active duty and reserve
- Veterans, any era
- Spouses and dependents
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