About Valley Animal Hospital in Thief River Falls
Valley Animal Hospital is a small-animal veterinary hospital serving dogs and cats in Thief River Falls, MN. The clinic combines an inviting culture, clear communication, and compassionate guidance with care that supports pets through every stage of life.
Practicing Quality Medicine With a Tender Touch
Valley Animal Hospital’s guiding principle shapes how the clinic welcomes clients, handles patients, and discusses care. Veterinary visits can bring questions, uncertainty, and difficult decisions. The goal is to create an environment where people feel comfortable asking questions and where each dog or cat receives attentive, individualized care. Recommendations are explained clearly so families can understand their options and take an active role in their pets’ health.
The hospital’s range of veterinary services in Thief River Falls supports continuity throughout a pet’s life. Care includes annual exams, vaccinations, parasite prevention, dentistry, digital X-rays, in-house laboratory testing, surgery, prescription support, and compassionate end-of-life services. Most routine laboratory work is completed in-house, while select advanced tests are sent to an outside laboratory when appropriate.
Valley Animal Hospital also serves families traveling from surrounding Northwest Minnesota communities, including the Roseau and Warroad areas. The clinic works closely with the local Humane Society by assisting with surgeries and medical intake needs. These connections reflect its commitment to supporting animal health inside the hospital and throughout the region.
Meet the People Behind Your Pet’s Care
The members of our veterinary team share responsibility for making each visit welcoming and productive. Veterinarians, veterinary technicians, veterinary assistants, and support staff bring kindness, patience, professionalism, and clear communication to the care of dogs, cats, and their families.
About Valley Animal Hospital
Learn more about the patients, service area, and care philosophy that define Valley Animal Hospital and its role in the local veterinary community.
What types of pets does Valley Animal Hospital care for?
Valley Animal Hospital provides veterinary care exclusively for dogs and cats. The clinic welcomes puppies, kittens, adult pets, and seniors for services ranging from routine preventive visits to dentistry, diagnostics, surgery, prescription support, and in-clinic end-of-life care.
What communities does Valley Animal Hospital serve?
The hospital serves pet owners from Thief River Falls and throughout Northwest Minnesota. Some families travel from communities farther north, including the Roseau and Warroad areas. The clinic is located on Greenwood Street East near Highway 59.
What forms of payment do you accept, and when is payment due?
Payment is due at the time services are rendered; we do not bill. We accept cash, checks, debit cards, major credit cards (Visa, MasterCard, AmEx, Discover), Cherry, CareCredit (requires 2 forms of ID), Chamber Bucks, and Digi-Bucks. All cards must be signed by the cardholder. If you have pet insurance, payment is required upfront, and Valley Animal Hospital will provide the documentation needed for your insurance reimbursement.
Please note $30 NSF fee policy for checks will be added as needed.
What can clients expect during a visit?
Clients can expect a friendly, inviting environment where questions are welcomed and recommendations are explained clearly. The clinic strives to make each person feel comfortable while treating every dog and cat with patience, compassion, and individualized attention.
How can I request an appointment?
Pet owners can request an appointment through the PetDesk app or call (218) 681-6511 during business hours. For an urgent concern during clinic hours, clients should call rather than submit an online appointment request.