Business Details
28 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Comprehensive Veterinary Care in Woodbury
Valley Creek Road Animal Hospital has been dedicated to the health and well-being of dogs and cats in Woodbury, MN since 1998. Our practice emphasizes preventative medicine, client education, and personalized care to help pets live long, healthy lives. With a team of experienced veterinary professionals, we offer comprehensive services ranging from routine check-ups and vaccinations to advanced surgical procedures. Our state-of-the-art facility features private exam rooms, digital imaging, and in-house laboratory testing to ensure accurate diagnoses and effective treatments. We combine Eastern and Western medical approaches to provide holistic care tailored to each pet's unique needs.Dr. Jennifer Gzybowski, who purchased the practice in 2016, leads our team with over 15 years of veterinary experience. We maintain strong relationships with local emergency clinics to ensure continuous care for urgent medical situations. Our commitment to excellence extends to client communication, with detailed consultations and educational resources for pet owners. The clinic's welcoming environment prioritizes pet comfort, featuring secure kenneling and minimally intrusive procedures. We support new pet owners through comprehensive onboarding services, including adoption guidance and early-life care planning.
Services
Pet Wellness & Preventative Care
Canine & Feline Dentistry
Routine Surgical Care
Orthopedic Surgery
Digital X-rays
Ultrasound
In-House Laboratory Testing
Onsite Pharmacy
Senior Pet Care
Vaccinations
Details
- Year established: 1998
Highlights and features
- We offer 15+ years of veterinary expertise with personalized care
- Our facility features digital imaging and in-house diagnostic capabilities
- We provide holistic care combining Eastern and Western medicine approaches
- We maintain 24/7 emergency referral partnerships for urgent care needs
- Our team offers detailed client education with every wellness visit
Services
Pet Wellness & Preventative Care
Our comprehensive wellness exams include full physical evaluations, dental assessments, and age-specific health screenings. We emphasize early disease detection through annual check-ups and tailored vaccination protocols. Our preventative care approach helps maintain optimal pet health while reducing long-term medical costs through proactive treatment planning.
Orthopedic Surgery
We specialize in advanced orthopedic procedures including fracture repairs, cruciate ligament treatments, and joint disorder corrections. Our surgical suite features state-of-the-art monitoring equipment and post-operative care facilities. The team employs both traditional and minimally invasive techniques to improve mobility and reduce recovery times for pets with musculoskeletal conditions.
In-House Laboratory Testing
Our on-site diagnostic laboratory provides rapid blood work analysis, urinalysis, and parasite screening. This capability enables same-day diagnostics for quicker treatment decisions. We maintain strict quality controls while offering cost-effective testing solutions that eliminate third-party lab fees for our clients.
Canine & Feline Dentistry
Our dental services include professional cleanings, extractions, and oral health assessments under anesthesia. Digital dental radiography helps identify hidden oral disease. We provide home care guidance and preventive treatments to maintain dental health, which directly impacts overall pet wellness through reduced systemic infection risks.
Digital X-rays
Digital imaging technology delivers high-resolution internal organ views with reduced radiation exposure. Our system allows immediate image viewing and specialist consultations through secure digital sharing. This diagnostic tool supports accurate assessments of respiratory, cardiovascular, and skeletal conditions while minimizing patient discomfort during imaging procedures.
People
Dr. Jennifer Gzybowski
Owner & Veterinarian
Dr. Gzybowski has practiced veterinary medicine since 2005, owning Valley Creek Road Animal Hospital since 2016. She earned her veterinary degree from Ross University after studying animal science at Colorado State University. With extensive experience in companion animal care, she focuses on personalized treatment plans and client education.
Questions
What species do you treat at Valley Creek Road Animal Hospital?
We specialize in care for dogs and cats, providing comprehensive veterinary services tailored to these companion animals' specific health needs.
Do you offer after-hours emergency care?
While we don't provide 24/7 emergency services, we maintain partnerships with local emergency clinics for urgent care referrals outside our regular business hours.
What diagnostic capabilities do you have onsite?
Our facility includes digital radiography, ultrasound imaging, and a full in-house laboratory for rapid blood work, urinalysis, and parasite testing.
How can I schedule an appointment?
Call us at 651-714-8600 during business hours or use our online appointment request form to schedule veterinary care for your pet.
Do you have specialized senior pet care services?
Yes, we offer geriatric wellness exams with age-specific screenings for early detection of common senior pet health conditions like kidney disease and arthritis.
Are vaccinations included in routine care?
Yes, our preventative care packages include core vaccinations following AAHA guidelines, with customized schedules based on each pet's lifestyle and risk factors.
Reviews (5)
Robert Dew
Dec 22, 2021
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Vet care is fine but completely inflexible and run like a the customers time and concerns don't matter. Switched to them during Covid after specifically stating I want to be with my dog during the visit. First visit fine. 2nd visit, not allowed in. 3rd visit told me appointment canceled because I was 12 minutes late (perfectly legitimate reason). Said I was too close to the next appointment. Nobody else in the parking lot and dog just needed a shot and a quick look at a troublesome paw. If you want a clinic to treat you like their time matters and your's doesn't and one that appears to have little
Debra Petrill
Sep 04, 2021
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Very caring vets, they respond quick to appts and questions. No issues with scheduling a needed appt. Very happy with the vets for my two doggies.
Megan H.
Apr 21, 2021
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After receiving a recommendation for VCRAH from family, I have been taking my dogs here for years! We make the 30 min trek out because the staff and care is incomparable! All of the vet techs are so sweet, kind and caring with my pup, especially throughout the recent curbside policies.
Dawn Ebbenga
Feb 12, 2021
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Love Valley Creek Animal Hospital. Dr Urban cares for the animals more than any other veterinarian I have been to.
Patty Amatuzio
Nov 22, 2020
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They went out of their way to help me final arrangements pulled together for my dogs ashes. Help with getting the right urn ordered. Standing by my side at the time of my passing of my Basenji, Roxie. My second Benenji, Finnegan decided he wanted to join Roxie on the other side the very next day. They helped me again get the ashes to them, the urn so both my babies could be together again. It was hard enough loosing one, but the second one decided to leave the next day. Valley Creek Road Animal Hospital really helped me in one of the worst times of my life. I am forever grateful, and I know Roxie
