Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Compassionate Veterinary Care in Rialto & Bloomington, CA
Valley Animal Hospital has been serving the Rialto and Bloomington communities since 1965, dedicated to strengthening the bond between pets and their owners through compassionate, high-quality veterinary care. Our team of experienced veterinarians and support staff combines advanced medical services with a personalized approach, ensuring each pet receives individualized attention and tailored treatment plans. We prioritize preventative care, early diagnosis, and client education to promote lifelong wellness, offering services ranging from routine checkups to specialized treatments like dentistry, surgery, and dermatology.With decades of collective experience, our veterinarians leverage cutting-edge techniques while maintaining a gentle, client-centered philosophy that emphasizes communication and trust. Our facility is equipped to handle urgent cases, and we provide house call services to accommodate diverse client needs, reflecting our commitment to accessibility and community-focused care.
Services
Pet Dentistry
Veterinary Surgery
Dermatology
End-of-Life Care
Wellness Programs
Pet Grooming
Diagnostic Imaging
Microchipping
House Call Services
Allergy Management
Details
- Year established: 1965
Highlights and features
- We have served the Inland Empire since 1965 with continuous veterinary expertise
- Our 12-member veterinary team includes specialists in dermatology and dentistry
- We maintain 24/7 emergency availability for urgent pet care needs
- Our wellness programs combine preventative care with digital health tracking tools
- We offer bilingual (English/Spanish) services to better assist our community
What people say
Caring staff
Skilled veterinarians
Reasonable prices
Thorough examinations
Emergency availability
Services
Veterinary Dentistry
Our comprehensive dental services prevent and treat oral diseases through professional cleanings, extractions, and periodontal treatments. We use digital dental radiography to identify hidden issues and provide home care guidance to maintain oral health. Patients receive anesthesia monitoring during procedures, with post-operative pain management plans tailored to their specific needs.
Advanced Diagnostics
We employ state-of-the-art diagnostic tools including digital radiography, ultrasound, and in-house laboratory testing. This technology enables rapid diagnosis of internal conditions, allowing immediate treatment planning. Our board-certified radiologists interpret complex cases, while point-of-care testing delivers results within 15 minutes for common illnesses and parasite screenings.
Veterinary Surgery
Our surgical suite handles both routine and complex procedures with pre-anesthetic bloodwork and continuous patient monitoring. Services include soft tissue surgery, fracture repairs, and laser surgery for reduced recovery times. Post-operative care includes pain management protocols and follow-up examinations to ensure proper healing progression.
Wellness Programs
Customized wellness plans address age-specific needs through annual exams, vaccination protocols, and parasite prevention. We offer weight management programs and nutrition counseling, with tailored recommendations based on breed, age, and lifestyle factors. Digital health records allow longitudinal tracking of patient wellness metrics over time.
End-of-Life Care
We provide compassionate palliative care and in-home euthanasia services for terminally ill pets. Our team offers emotional support alongside pain management strategies to maintain comfort. Bereavement resources include counseling referrals and memorialization options to help families through the grieving process.
People
Dr. Tracy DuPrez
Veterinarian & Practice Owner
Dr. Tracy DuPrez has been practicing veterinary medicine for 20+ years, graduating from UC Davis School of Veterinary Medicine. She specializes in diagnostic puzzle-solving and has owned Valley Animal Hospital since 2009. She maintains special interests in dermatology and dentistry while managing clinic operations.
Dr. Christina Bowers
Veterinarian
Dr. Christina Bowers graduated from Western University of Health Sciences in 2011. Her clinical focus includes internal medicine and preventative care. She has worked in the Inland Empire for 15 years, developing expertise in managing chronic conditions like diabetes and kidney disease.
Dr. Skye Reed
Associate Veterinarian
Dr. Skye Reed graduated from Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine in 2014. She brings extensive experience in emergency medicine and soft tissue surgery. Specializing in dermatology, she treats complex allergy cases and manages chronic skin conditions for long-term pet comfort.
Dr. Annaliese Elsberg
Associate Veterinarian
Dr. Annaliese Elsberg completed her veterinary degree at Ross in 2016. Her clinical expertise covers dermatology, dentistry, and soft tissue surgery. She emphasizes client education, particularly regarding chronic disease management and breed-specific health concerns for canine and feline patients.
Christy
Office Manager
Christy manages daily clinic operations while supporting medical staff as a certified veterinary assistant. With 15+ years at Valley Animal Hospital, she coordinates client services and provides direct patient care during appointments, specializing in puppy/kitten wellness visits.
Questions
What emergency veterinary services do you provide?
We offer urgent care during regular business hours and maintain 24/7 on-call services for life-threatening emergencies requiring immediate attention outside standard operating times.
How do you handle pet dental care?
Our dental services include routine cleanings, extractions, and periodontal treatments using digital radiography to detect hidden oral health issues.
What diagnostic capabilities do you have onsite?
We feature in-house laboratories for rapid bloodwork and urine analysis alongside digital radiography and ultrasound imaging capabilities.
Can you accommodate large animal patients?
While primarily serving small animals, we provide limited equine and exotic pet services through specialized equipment and referral partnerships.
Do you offer pet grooming services?
Cathy's Grooming operates onsite, providing full-service grooming including bathing, haircuts, nail trimming, and anal gland expression.
