Animal Hospital of Valley Ranch
Irving, TX
At a glance
- Facility type
- Veterinary Practice
- Practice tier
- General
- Clinic type
- Standalone
- Operating status
- Operational
- Appointment model
- Appointment
- 24/7 care
- No
- Accepting new patients
- Unknown
Species treated
Services
Amenities & accessibility
Overview
For nearly 30 years, Animal Hospital of Valley Ranch has been the trusted veterinary home for pets and their families across Irving and the surrounding communities. Led by Dr. Barry Chaikin, a Texas A&M graduate with decades of hands-on experience, our team provides compassionate, high-quality medical, surgical, and dental care for dogs, cats, and exotic companions alike
Dr. Barry Chaikin opened his own hospital in 1996. He worked part time at the Emergency Animal Clinic in Dallas from 1986 until 1998
Mission — We believe every animal deserves to be treated with the same kindness and attention you'd expect for a member of your own family — because that's exactly what they are
Care capabilities
- Emergency
- Urgent Care Only
- End-of-life care
- In Clinic
Team at a glance
Individual names, titles & bios are in the practice intelligence layer below.
Technology & equipment
Services in detail
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Appointments & hours
Monday:7:00 am-7:00 pm Tuesday:7:00 am-6:00 pm Wednesday:7:00 am-6:00 pm Thursday:7:00 am-7:00 pm Friday:7:00 am-6:00 pm Saturday:8:00 am-12:00 pm Sunday: Closed
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Frequently asked
Does Animal Hospital of Valley Ranch offer emergency or urgent care?+
Animal Hospital of Valley Ranch offers urgent care appointments most days of the week (not a 24/7 ER).
Does Animal Hospital of Valley Ranch treat exotic pets?+
Yes — Animal Hospital of Valley Ranch offers care for exotic pets in addition to small animals.
What services does Animal Hospital of Valley Ranch offer?+
Animal Hospital of Valley Ranch offers General Practice, Wellness, Vaccination, Spay Neuter, Surgery, Dentistry, Imaging, In House Lab, and more.
When was Animal Hospital of Valley Ranch established?+
Animal Hospital of Valley Ranch has served the Irving, TX community since 1996.
What reviewers say
The practice features a warm, highly accommodating front desk team and a direct, knowledgeable veterinary staff that provides efficient care and clear explanations. Services are reasonably priced, and the facility frequently manages to accommodate urgent visits and quick appointments. While the lead veterinarian is often noted for being straightforward rather than conversational, the support staff is widely regarded as caring, attentive, and helpful during stressful situations like boarding, grooming, and end-of-life care.
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Data as of July 2026. VetPulse aggregates public-record and licensing data; it does not represent the practice directly.