If you’re a pet owner, then we’re well aware of just how important your four-legged friends are to you. They greet you the moment you set foot in your home (unless you own a cat with an attitude!) and they always show their affection, no matter what. But, are you doing everything in your power... Read More

Our loved and adored pups are, unfortunately, not immune to the pesky and sometimes serious problem of an ear infection, or earache as we commonly call them. With summer knocking loudly on our door – a common time for earaches – we need to be in-the-know of what an earache actually is, how to successfully... Read More

Spring has a tendency to feel just like summer in the Rio Grande Valley. This means a blazing sun, scorching hot temperatures, and the need to stay cool throughout the day. This is especially true for our pups, who rely on our help to keep them comfortable, cool, and safe. At Valley Animal Hospital, we... Read More

It’s a new year again! Time seems to fly by so quickly these days, and if you have a furry or feathery loved one, the fun you both have in each other’s company can make time pass even faster! Now, if you’re an experienced pet owner, then you’re well aware of how important it is... Read More

If you’re planning on being one of the millions of Americans to host a holiday party this year, then you’ll probably be deciding on who to invite, what to serve and how to accommodate for family members who’ll be staying over. However, if you’re a pet owner, then it’s very important to plan for his... Read More

It’s safe to say that the average pet owner loves to spoil their dog, cat and other four-legged, feathered, furry or scaled family member. After all, they’re a part of the family! If you love splurging on Fido or Fluffy, then mark your calendar for October 4th; it’s World Animal Day! If you’ve never heard... Read More

In our previous piece, we discussed what microchipping was, how it helped owners locate their pets and the many benefits in adopting the product. In this blog, we’d like to go into much more detail regarding the most interesting tidbits of microchipping, specifically the HomeAgain® brand of microchip and how it works to identify you... Read More

According to the American Humane Association, it’s estimated that around 10 million dogs and cats are lost or stolen each year in the United States. This means that about one-in-three pets will go missing during their lifetime. Although missing pets can be recovered through a number of means, imagine how many can be reunited with... Read More