Valley Veterinary Hospital

4.3 (456)
1009 McHenry Ave ste g, Modesto, CA 95350, USA

Hours:

Monday: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 2:00 – 5:00 PM

Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 2:00 – 5:00 PM

Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 2:00 – 5:00 PM

Thursday: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 2:00 – 5:00 PM

Friday: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 2:00 – 5:00 PM

Saturday: 8:00 – 11:30 AM

Sunday: Closed

How to Save Money at Valley Veterinary 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:

Top Pet Insurance Providers of 2024
Rating Provider Total Review
4.4 AKC 889
4.7 ASPCA 11,392
4.9 Embrace 14,179
4.9 Fetch 1,995
4.4 Figo 2,561
4.7 Hartville 164
4.9 Healthy Paws 7,475
4.9 Lemonade 781
3.2 ManyPets 2,145
4.6 MetLife 487
4.8 Nationwide 21,391
4.3 Pet Assure 12
4.7 PetPartners 110
4.5 Pets Best 7,194
4.3 Pumpkin 1,131
4.7 Spot 5,194
4.9 Trupanion 60,280
4.8 Prudent Pet 124

Or, you can simply get a fast quote from multiple providers and go from there.

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Getting 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

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Max D

I don’t think this vet is better than any other. But watch out for hidden fees. I had two cats, a brother and sister who needed to be fixed. I called them and they said it was only 45 for the male and 65 for the female. When I got there on the day (which by then would’ve been too late to find another vet), the cost blew up to over 150 for each. There were like 9 extra coats a piece. The cone wasn’t even included.

posted: 09/14/2023

Chuck Canady

The employees here are very nice and helpful. Never have i had any bad experiences here. Would refer my family and friends to come here.The only thing I would say is would like to see them give injection while we're in the room.

posted: 01/26/2023

Emma

I came in for an affordable puppy plan and the service and care for my new pup has been amazing here! Dr. Wallace, Dr. Gill, and the entire staff do the most that they can to make the visit to the vet pleasant for Buddy! They answer all of my questions and concerns as a new dog mom! It is walk-in only so make sure you come with plenty of time, but I only really had to wait maybe an hour at the most on a busy day. Thank you Valley Vet for being attentive of our pets!

posted: 03/05/2022

Deb
Deb

Horrible. Dr Gil has no understanding of FIP. He claims FCoV and FIP are the same. They are not. He told me to speak to UC DAVIS about FIP treatment when labs gave no indication of FiP, only a positive FCoV. He refused to try a different antibiotic on a 2 month old kitten with pneumonia who was out of antibiotics and still having symptoms, telling me the antibiotic he prescribed should have helped. It didn't so we are just supposed to go untreated now. Over the last 8 months I have spent thousands on 4 different cats. 2 died (1 at only 4 months old) and apparently I'm supposed to let another die as well. Over those same 8 months I have left multiple messages with no response, and multiple requests for copies of the labs I've paid for. Staff says Dr called. He didn't. Staff says they sent copies. They didn't. I could understand the occasional glitch but not 90% of the time. When I spoke to him about it, he put the blame on my cell phone and email service providers. Im pretty sure if Verizon and Gmail weren't working for 8 months it would have made the news. Lying and shifting blame tells me the problem isn't going to be solved. I would have much more respect for a simple 'I'm sorry. We'll try to do better.' Instead both Dr Gil and his staff argued and lied to me. Oh, but I'm supposed to come back next week to spend hundreds more on repeating blood work that still won't show any indication of FIP. They advertise as a low cost clinic but the gross imcompetency will cost you more in the end, both financially and in the loss of your pet's lives. There is a male vet tech who works there. He is the one shining star. I only saw him handle animals with gentle care and owners with integrity. Hopefully a better clinic will snatch him up.

posted: 06/02/2023

Melissa Sousa

Took my 2 month old kitten in due to throwing up they gave her about 3 shots saying she should be fine just for her to get home looking even worse and ended up passing away 2 hours later, don’t recommend unless you want your pet to suffer more then they were before arrival !

posted: 08/04/2023