Valley Animal Hospital

Valley Animal Hospital Mickey Harris DVM The Valley Animal Hospital originally opened in San Juan in March 1946. A recent graduate of the Iowa State Veterinary College, Dr. Robert E.
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Norton, had made his way to the Rio Grande Valley to escape the Minnesota winters as well as some eye problems associated with the cold weather. Dr. Norton set up shop in a wood frame house with kennels under the trees in the orange grove behind the hospital. Rapidly outgrowing the facility in San Juan, Dr. Norton moved the hospital to its current location in Pharr in 1950. A new facility was buil

t with modern surgery, x-ray, laboratory and examination facilities. Sixty indoor kennels with corresponding covered exercise runs were also included. At that time, State Street was a dirt road and the land just North of the hospital was just cactus and mesquite trees. Classmate Dr. Mac McMillan joined Dr. Norton as a partner in 1951. The hospital had to close temporarily in 1952-53 when both Dr. McMillan and Dr. Norton were called to active military service during the Korean war. With the hospital re-opening in 1953, their partnership endured until Dr. Norton’s retirement in 1985. A new addition was added to the hospital in the late 1960’s, enclosing the original hospital to allow larger reception and exam rooms. Dr. Kelly Macmanus joined the practice team in 1980, became a partner in 1982 and owner in 1985 . Dr. Anne Butler-Hansalik became one of the first female veterinarians in the Valley when she joined the staff in 1985. Dr Butler moved to east Texas when her husband received a job transfer. During its 63 year history in Pharr, 17 full time veterinarians have worked at Valley Animal Hospital, most leaving the Valley after a few years. Most recently Dr. Mickey Harris has joined the Valley Animal Hospital team. The emphasis at the Valley Animal Hospital has always been on quality care for our patients. We constantly upgrade the services available to our patients with re-modeling, new equipment as well continuing education. for doctors and staff. Our dedication to quality care is evident through our certification as an American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA) Member Hospital since 1953. Please feel free to visit us with your pets or call if you have any questions.

Today we say farewell to a very special member of the Valley Animal Hospital family…🤍After a total of 30 years of dedica...
06/02/2026

Today we say farewell to a very special member of the Valley Animal Hospital family…🤍

After a total of 30 years of dedication, compassion, and hard work, our incredible Office Manager is beginning a new chapter. She has been the heart of our clinic—supporting our team, caring for our clients, and helping countless pets receive the care they deserve.

Her commitment, leadership, and kindness have left a lasting impact on everyone who has walked through our doors. While we will miss seeing her every day, we are so grateful for the years, memories, and friendships we’ve shared.

Please join us in celebrating her remarkable 30-year career and wishing her happiness, health, and success in all that comes next. Thank you for everything, God bless—you will always be a part of the Valley Animal Hospital family. ❤️🐾

05/29/2026
we’re closed for the weekend 🤍🐾
05/28/2026

we’re closed for the weekend 🤍🐾

05/21/2026

Are you kitten me? This orange kitty is SO Cute 😻🐟

Our office will be closed on Monday!
05/21/2026

Our office will be closed on Monday!

Cute Borzoi Puppies came by today for their final Vaccine boosters 🐕💗
05/20/2026

Cute Borzoi Puppies came by today for their final Vaccine boosters 🐕💗

05/18/2026

Security of the worlds smallest office manager 🐾😊

Today we honor and remember the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom. Their courage and s...
05/14/2026

Today we honor and remember the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom. Their courage and service will never be forgotten.
This Memorial Day, we pause in gratitude and remembrance. ❤️🤍💙

We’re closed this Saturday! Please make arrangements to stop by for prescriptions today or tomorrow. Thanks! 🤍🐾
05/14/2026

We’re closed this Saturday! Please make arrangements to stop by for prescriptions today or tomorrow. Thanks! 🤍🐾

As you can surely tell, Mia Sky is ecstatic to get her ears cleaned 😜💕🐾
05/05/2026

As you can surely tell, Mia Sky is ecstatic to get her ears cleaned 😜💕🐾

Address

902 W State Avenue
Pharr, TX
78577

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 6pm
Tuesday 8am - 6pm
Wednesday 8am - 6pm
Thursday 8am - 6pm
Friday 8am - 6pm
Saturday 8am - 12pm

Telephone

(956) 787-2709

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