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Nicol Alcain

Dr. Nicol Alcain

Veterinarian, DVM
4.8
836 reviews
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Designation
  • Veterinarian, DVM
About Vet

PLEASE DO NOT SCHEDULE IF YOU ARE LOOKING FOR A PRESCRIPTION IF YOU ARE NOT IN CALIFORNIA OR FLORIDA *!!!!!IMPORTANT PLEASE READ BEFORE SCHEDULING!!!!!

Veterinary practice acts are state specific and regulate what can qualify as a veterinarian-client-patient relationship (VCPR). A VCPR is REQUIRED in order to prescribe medications legally. Currently, VERY FEW states allow for a virtual visit to qualify as a VCPR in order to prescribe medication. WITH THE EXCEPTION OF CALIFORNIA and FLORIDA, all of the states that I am licensed in (Oregon, North Carolina) do not allow legal prescribing of medications without an in-person physical exam. I cannot prescribe medications for your pet unless I have examined them in-person within the last 12 months. If you are not in these states above or want more info on your state please look at link below, you may need to book with a doctor in your state if VCPR is allowed

https://vvca.org/resources/telemedicine-map/

I do believe long term medication should be managed and approved by primary veterinarian in your local area (chronic allergy medication, seizure medication, treatment for chronic systemic illnesses, etc) - please keep in mind prescribing is at the doctors discretion and comfort level and there are always limitations to telemedicine. I am not comfortable prescribing virtually any medication that is a controlled drug (seizure medication, some cough medication, etc), a medication that requires chronic blood monitoring (thyroid medication, heartworm medication, oxygen tanks, etc), for a systemic condition that has not yet been diagnosed/requires testing to diagnose or anything that may pose harm or be inappropriate for your pet. I will not prescribe heartworm prevention virtually as it requires an annual test which you need to do at your local vet. I will be happy to discuss behavior concerns but feel it is up to your vet to prescribe and manage any behavior medication your pet may be on. I will not prescribe or refill any anxiety/behavior medication

Additionally, in order to establish VCPR for prescription, your pet MUST be present for the virtual visit, if you cannot coordinate your pet to be present, please schedule when you are able to do so - no exceptions, it’s the law!

Location
  • Wilsonville, OR, US
Spoken languages
  • English
Species treated
  • Cats (Feline)
  • Dogs (Canine)
Licenses
  • North Carolina, US
  • Florida, US
  • California, US
  • Oregon, US
Capabilities
  • Consult on diet, nutrition & exercise
  • Consult on general health & wellness
  • Consult on behavioral issues
  • Navigating nutrition from the new baby to the senior pet
  • Optimizing your new puppy or kitten experience
  • Tips and tricks on pet grooming techniques
  • Pet training, house training and litter box training

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4.8
836 reviews

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Andres

March 2025

Very understanding, Dr Nicol Alcain was great! Thank you so much!
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Keren

February 2025

Dr. Alcain was helpful and thorough. Super easy to talk to, as well.
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Melodee

February 2025

Obviously loves cats. She was very personable and professional.
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Alejandra

February 2025

The veterinarian was very informative, kind, and thorough. She patiently answered my questions, clearly explained everything, and made sure I understood my dog's condition and treatment options. Highly recommend!
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Brittany

February 2025

My dog has been very itchy the last two days, the vet looked at his skin in his itchy spots and prescribed an allergy medication
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Shannon

February 2025

My cat has fleas and she was very helpful & listened to me when I said what hasn’t worked in the past.
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Rita

February 2025

Dr. helped me figure out what symptoms would constitute an emergency, and saved me a trip to the ER on a Saturday night.
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Mindy

February 2025

I was able to get an appointment with Dr. Alain within an hour for a scab in my kittens nose that we thought might infected or be ringworm. She was able to determine it was likely not ringworm nor infected, just slow healing. I felt very reassured after, and she also gave us some great tips in general care for the new kitten. Amazing service. Way better than waiting weeks to get a vet appointment. Five stars.
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Peter

February 2025

She was great! Helped us with peace of mind and expertise.
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Nelson

February 2025

She was very helpful and informative! Went straight to the point and I feel better about my cat!

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