If you are new to the San Elijo Hills area of North San Diego County or are a new pet owner, please stop by with your pet and visit Dr. Riehl and Dr. Thomas at Advanced Veterinary Care (AVC) of San Elijo. Drs. Riehl and Thomas just celebrated the first anniversary of the opening of their 2,400 square foot, state-of-the-art veterinary hospital in the Melrose Plaza shopping center at 1691 Melrose Drive, San Marcos. Both doctors have a lifetime passion for animal medicine and have found a new home in the San Elijo community. The hospital mission is: “To promote pet wellness and safety through client education, preventative medicine, and aggressive emergency care, when necessary.” A commitment to medical excellence and a desire to provide compassionate care for all pets are just two of the core values that define the doctors and staff of AVC.