What does my pet really need? If I skip that to save a little money, will it be okay? If you're not a veteran pet parent, the list of veterinary services may be overwhelming. The descriptions below are intended to provide an at-a-glance intro to what we do, but we encourage you to contact us for more information. We'll be happy to hear from you! 

Preventative medicine: The annual exam is an important tool for the prevention and early detection of illness. It also provides a reference point to measure ongoing development, administer vaccinations on schedule, as well as opportunities to screen for illness, parasites, and other potential problems. The annual exam also presents an ideal opportunity to discuss canine and feline nutrition, behavior, and health so that you‘re armed with the most up-to-date information available.

Geriatric medicine: Just as with humans, senior animals develop a changing set of concerns that merit regular care, attention, and monitoring. The key to longevity and quality of life for seniors is to make sure that age-related issues are addressed before they become advanced.

Dentistry: Since animals don’t typically brush and floss three times a day, a thorough annual dental exam and cleaning are essential in warding off potential tooth loss, gum disease, and serious infection that could jeopardize an animal’s overall health. Without the watchful eye of a veterinary professional, a minor problem could easily go unnoticed until it has spiraled out of control quickly, painfully, and unnecessarily.

Surgical procedures: Valwood Animal Hospital is well-appointed to perform routine surgical procedures, including spay and neuter surgeries. Extensive procedures may require a referral to a specialist.

In-house lab and radiology: The in-house lab and radiology capabilities at Valwood Animal Hospital mean faster results, prompt treatment, and ultimately, a quicker recovery.

Pharmacy: In most cases, when medications are needed, we’ll have them on hand in our in-house pharmacy.

Nutritional guidance: Animals often have issues that are directly related to diet, but pet food choices can be very confusing. We can guide you through the many questions and conflicting answers that so many people encounter when trying to research the best nutrition options for their pets. We also stock a variety of prescription diets and treats.

Boarding:  We provide pet boarding in a clean, bright facility. All boarders receive personal attention, frequent trips outside, and plenty of pats on the head from our caring staff.

Bathing:  Routine and therapeutic bathing services are available.

Micro-chipping:  We are such a busy, mobile society, it's not terribly unusual for a lost pet to hitch a ride with a kind stranger and end up halfway across town -- or even across the state line. Micro-chipping is an inexpensive, relatively painless way to ensure that your pet always has a path back home to you.

Emergency Care:  Please call our main telephone number, 972.241.2311, for instructions for after-hour emergencies.