Valwood Animal Hospital
4.7 (141) 14067 Dennis Ln, Farmers Branch, TX 75234, USAHours:
Monday: 7:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Tuesday: 7:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Wednesday: Closed
Thursday: 7:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday: 7:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed
How to Save Money at Valwood Animal Hospital
Schedule Regular Vet Visits
One of the best ways to save on vet bills is to prevent expensive health issues before they develop. By scheduling regular wellness checkups, your vet can detect health issues early, helping you to avoid costly treatments and surgeries down the road.
Price Shop for Pet Prescriptions
Oftentimes our fur babies are prescribed human drugs off-label. Your vet is apt to charge more for these medications than you would pay at your local pharmacy. In fact, big-box or chain pharmacies can offer steep discounts. So it’s best to price shop.
Pet Insurance
Most pet insurance providers will pay between 80% and 90% of the vet bill. You can even get coverage for routine care and things like vaccinations and dental cleanings. If you do the math, you’ll most likely find that pet insurance makes financial sense in the long run as well as gives you peace of mind.
How Do You Choose the Right Pet Insurance Provider?
Pet Insurance Review makes it incredibly easy for pet parents to select an insurance provider they feel good about. You can use our handy comparison tool to get the gist of what a company offers. We’ve also collected over 150,000 reviews of insurance companies from real pet parents like you to rank the top providers in the market. Here is the current ranking of each:
| Rating | Provider | Total Review |
|---|---|---|
| 4.4 | AKC | 890 |
| 4.7 | ASPCA | 11,646 |
| 4.9 | Embrace | 15,682 |
| 4.9 | Fetch | 2,669 |
| 4.4 | Figo | 2,646 |
| 4.7 | Hartville | 164 |
| 4.9 | Healthy Paws | 7,521 |
| 4.9 | Lemonade | 805 |
| 3.2 | ManyPets | 2,356 |
| 4.6 | MetLife | 577 |
| 4.8 | Nationwide | 21,398 |
| 4.3 | Pet Assure | 12 |
| 4.7 | PetPartners | 112 |
| 4.5 | Pets Best | 7,244 |
| 4.3 | Pumpkin | 1,340 |
| 4.7 | Spot | 6,404 |
| 4.9 | Trupanion | 60,501 |
| 4.8 | Prudent Pet | 125 |
Or, you can simply get a fast quote from multiple providers and go from there.
Thinking of insuring your pet?
Get Quotes & CompareGetting to Know Your New Vet: Essential Questions to Ask
Choosing a new veterinarian is an important decision for any pet owner. You want to find someone who is competent, compassionate, and a good fit for you and your fur baby. To help you get the most out of your first appointment, here's a list of essential questions to ask your new vet:
Tell me about your experience with [pet type].
Different vets have different areas of specialization. Some are experts with cats, some dogs, some pocket pets, and some horses. Knowing that your vet has vast experience treating your specific type of pet can bring you peace of mind.
How do you handle emergencies?
You must know what to do in case of a pet medical emergency. Inquire what after-hours policy the clinic has, whether they have on-site emergency care available, and if they have a relationship with any nearby emergency animal hospitals.
How do you communicate with pet owners?
Good communication is key to building a trusting relationship with your vet. Ask how they prefer to communicate (phone calls, emails, online portal) and how often you can expect to hear from them.
Are there any breed-specific health concerns I should be aware of?
Some breeds are predisposed to certain health conditions. Knowing what to watch out for can help you catch problems early and get your pet the treatment they need.
Do you have any questions for me about my pet?
This is a great question to ask because the answer will show that the vet is interested in getting to know your pet as an individual and is willing to listen to your concerns.
Bonus question: Can I take a tour of your facility?
Getting a feel for the clinic's environment can help you and your pet feel more comfortable during your visits. Remember, you’re not just looking for a veterinarian, you’re looking for a partnership. Do not be afraid to ask these questions and any others you can think of. Any vet worth their salt will be happy to answer them. Because the more informed you are, the better equipped you'll be to make decisions about your pet's care! And that should be every vet’s top priority.
Reviews from Google
We have been going to Valwood Animal Hospital since we moved to Farmers Branch. We are happy with the service, the open and honest communication we have with the veterinarians, the friendly, efficient service. We plan to continue to use Valwood as our go-to place for veterinary care.
posted: 08/04/2023
11/10 rescued a kitten from a friends truck engine and they were only place willing to work him in to be seen same day. Very helpful and informative with all questions I've had since getting Taquito and very reasonably priced, esp for appointment made same day!
posted: 09/23/2022
AFFORDABLE ANIMAL CARE! First time visiting here. I am following Dr. Murray on his recent location change, because I've been bringing my ferrets to him for over ten years. Local ferret rescue also swears he's the best ferret vet in North Texas. Well, the whole staff here was personable, and helpful. They got me in immediately when I called for an appointment. When I was late because of traffic, someone even called to check up on me. My two girls were seen as soon as they could get the new patient paperwork from me. The entire experience was unique and personal, and they answered my many questions about both my ferrets' health and billing. In the end, my total bill was even cheaper than I used to get at Animal Clinic of Farmers branch before covid and their big move. Today, I made the effort to drive 1.75 hours with an infant to be at this appointment, and it was totally worth it. Total bill for two animals, shots, labs, and checkups was only $92. Oh and also, they have low-prices vaccine clinics on Wednesdays with really amazing prices, apparently. I look forward to updating my cats shots on a single parents budget. Thanks everyone who manned their stations at Valwood Animal Hospital today. I look forward to my next visit.
posted: 02/08/2023
Good service and I have been taking my ferrets here for about a year! They are extra gentle when handling elderly animals. Usually has an available appointment within the same week.
posted: 05/20/2023
Have only been once, so far, with one of my ferrets. But I was very happy with the visit! I've been to other clinics, before going to a large exotic clinic in the area, and was really made to feel like a terrible ferret owner for my thoroughly researched feeding program of whole raw grinds that aligns with obligate carnivores' needs. So far, that has not been an issue with Dr. Murphy at Valwood. I always worry about that when taking my ferrets to a new clinic, because I do try to research and provide the best I can for all of the animals in my care. Dr. Murphy and his tech assistant were very gentle with my favorite boy, who is currently very sick.
posted: 01/08/2023
Veterinarians in Farmers Branch, Texas
Animal Clinic of Farmers Branch
13990 N Stemmons Fwy Suite 100, Farmers Branch, TX 75234, USA(972) 247-2221
Cary Spratt
14021 Denton Dr, Farmers Branch, TX 75234, USA(972) 247-2221
Valley View Pet Health Center
2561 Valley View Ln, Farmers Branch, TX 75234, USA(972) 247-2242
Valwood Animal Hospital
14067 Dennis Ln, Farmers Branch, TX 75234, USA(972) 241-2311