Valley Ranch Pet Clinic

🐾 Fresh food for dogs—our favorite recommendations 🥗🐶

We often get asked what we feed our own dogs and what we recommend to clients looking to improve their pet’s nutrition. When appropriate, we love fresh, human-grade-style diets like:
• Just Food for Dogs
• The Farmer’s Dog
• Nom Nom
• Ollie

💡 Why we recommend fresh diets:
Fresh food options are minimally processed and often made with higher-quality, whole-food ingredients. Many dogs show benefits such as:
• Improved digestion and stool quality
• Better skin and coat health
• Increased appetite and mealtime enthusiasm
• Easier customization for sensitivities or allergies

Fresh diets can also be helpful for picky eaters or pets needing more targeted nutrition support.

👩‍⚕️ We always aim to guide families toward balanced, evidence-based choices that fit their dog’s individual needs—not a one-size-fits-all approach.

If you’re curious whether fresh feeding is right for your dog, we’re happy to help you decide what fits best. 🐕✨

🐾Not all pets show pain the way we expect. In fact, many dogs and cats hide discomfort until it becomes serious.

Knowing these subtle signs can help you catch problems early, and keep your pet healthy and happy.

If something feels off, trust your instincts—it’s always better to check!

📆 Book an appointment with us if you notice any of these signs
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🩻Medical Case Monday!

Let’s create a scenario here…your 1 year old, MI, Labrador Retriever puppy (who is notorious for eating things he shouldn’t) presents to us for vomiting over the last 2 days. He is otherwise acting okay, so your doctor recommends a barium study.

Well, what is a barium study? A barium study in dogs is a diagnostic imaging procedure using a contrast medium (liquid barium) to outline the gastrointestinal (GI) tract on X-rays. It helps to detects foreign objects, obstruction, intussusception, tumors, or motility issues, often requiring 12-24 hours of fasting and multiple, timed radiographs.

❓Has your pet needed a barium study?

🐾Fun fact Friday!🐾

🦷How many teeth does an adult dog have?

A) 28
B) 42
C) 36

👇🏼comment your guess!

Happy Veterinary Receptionist Week to our friendly CSR team! Thank you for being an essential part of the team and contributing to the success of VRPC. We couldn’t do this without you all!🐾💙

Happy Easter Weekend, from the team at Valley Ranch Pet Clinic! 🐾🌷

This is why we love what we do!! We have such an Amazing team of Dr's and staff. Our Clients and Patients are the best, We greatly appreciate and are so thankful for everyone of you!🥰💙
Our client reviews are so important to us.
Thank you Taylor T. for your thoughtful comment.

Mar 30, 2026

I have a 11-year-old Chinese Shar Pei who long story short developed an extremely life-threatening necrotic leg infection after very bad episode of Shar Pei Fever. All other vets in the area declined the ability to take care of her. Even Med Vet Dallas, the supposedly top surgical center in DFW wanted to take her leg and would not guarantee her survival. Dr. Capps and Case worked together to not only save my dog but were also able to nearly completely rehabilitate her leg. It has nearly been one year since the incident and I still have my dog because of their amazing care, willingness to think outside of norms, and dedication to getting her better. Although she still requires occasional check-ins due to some fluid buildup, she is happy and is able to go on several walks a day and has even been able to go on several hiking adventures since the incident. Additionally, they continue to be incredibly supportive with her follow ups and check ins continues to support her recovery as best possible. For as long as this clinic remains under Dr. Capps, I will always bring my dogs here.

Spring into Wellness: 15% OFF All Exams! AND DIAGNOSTICS!🐾
This April, we’re helping your furry friends stay healthy and happy. Whether it’s time for a routine check-up or you’ve noticed something just isn't right, take advantage of our limited-time offer.
The Offer:
15% OFF all physical exams (Wellness, Senior, and New Patient).
15% OFF diagnostic fees (Bloodwork, X-rays, Ultrasound and Urinalysis).
Why Book Now?
Spring is the perfect time to screen for allergies, heartworm, and seasonal pests before the summer heat hits. Valid: April 1st – April 30th.