About Us
APPOINTMENTCompassionate veterinary care since 1973.
Valley Veterinary Clinic was established in 1973 as a two doctor mixed animal veterinary hospital with the guiding principle to provide families with the very best in veterinary resources for all of their animals, large or small. For the past 40 years, Valley Veterinary Clinic has remained at the forefront of the veterinary community by providing highly skilled doctors with the latest medical equipment, offering a wide array of business hours and emergency after hours, and continuing to provide clients with affordable, quality, veterinary care. We believe that all clients should have dependable and affordable access to veterinary care for their animals.
Meet Our Doctors
Dr. Dustin Galbraith
Dr. Galbraith's Bio
Dr. Galbraith received his degree from Oregon State University College of Veterinary Medicine. His primary interests include mixed animal medicine with an emphasis on horses and small ruminants including camelids. He believes that all animals, even production animals, are part of a family and deserve the same quality and compassionate care. In his spare time, Dustin enjoys hanging out with his three daughters, Abby, Ayla, and Amber, and his wife Michelle. You will often find him camping, working on his jeep, or roping with his horse Raider.
Dr. Michelle Galbraith
Dr. Galbraith's Bio
Dr. Michelle graduated from Oregon State University College of Veterinary Medicine where she met her husband Dustin. Her primary interests include small animal medicine and soft tissue surgery as well as client communication and human resources. Michelle believes that is not only important to treat patients, but also to provide knowledge, advice, and peace of mind to our clients. In her spare time, Michelle enjoys spending out with her three daughters, Abby, Ayla and Amber, and husband, Dustin, through outings to the pool, park, and zoo. She also enjoys practicing piano, photography, and riding her horse Dotty.
Dr. Gretchen Glose
Dr. Glose's Bio
Dr. Gretchen Glose graduated from Wisconsin State University and started working for Valley Veterinary Clinic in 2013. Her primary interests include mixed animal medicine with an emphasis on cows and herd management. In her spare time, Gretchen enjoys hiking, biking, and hanging out with her husband, Josiah, and dog, Ein.
Dr. Sally McNair
Dr. McNair's Bio
Dr. McNair graduated from the University of Pennsylvania College of Veterinary Medicine. With over 30 years of practicing at Valley, Dr. McNair has developed a healthy interest in small animal soft tissue and orthopedic surgery. Sally believes that quality veterinary care should be easily accessible and affordable to clients. In her spare time, Dr. McNair enjoys driving with her Tennessee Walkers, and going on car tours with her husband, Kelley.
Dr. Lynn Taylor
Dr. Taylor's Bio
Dr. Taylor graduated from Texas A & M College of Veterinary Medicine. She has been practicing in the Northwest for over 30 years, and she has been a member of the Valley Vet Team for over 25 years. Her primary interests include small animal medicine and cytology. She believes in providing the best quality of care to all of her numerous patients and families. Outside of work, Dr. Taylor enjoys all things, French. She is married to a Veterinarian who now teaches at the Rainier High School.
Dr. Theresa Hooker
Dr. Hooker's Bio
Dr. Tess, who was raised in New York, graduated Oregon State University in 2021. Her primary interests include cardiology and emergency medicine (specifically trauma). In her spare time, Tess enjoys anything and everything related to soccer.
Dr. Brendan Doiron
Dr. Doiron's Bio
Dr. Brendan who is originally from southern California graduated from Oregon State University in 2019. His primary interests include exotics and small mammals as well as the endless variety that veterinary medicine has to offer. In his spare time, Brendan enjoys hanging out with his pets and exploring the Pacific Northwest.
Certified Veterinary Technicians:
Marie
Marie's Bio
Marie started working for Valley in 1992 as part-time help in the kennels. Through her training here, in 2003, she became a certified veterinary technician. Outside of work, Marie enjoys spending time with her husband and taking trips to the coast.
Tango
Tango's Bio
Tango graduated from Portland State University with a degree in Sociology and Philosophy. She came to work for Valley in 1995 and received her Veterinary Technicians License in 1999. She particularly enjoys working with clients and their animals. Outside of work, Tango enjoys camping, walking her dogs, and cuddling with her cats.
Kelly
Kelly's Bio
Kelly started working for Valley Veterinary Clinic in 2017 while finishing her degree at PCC in the veterinary technician program. Kelly enjoys large animal medicine, particularly horses, owning a few herself. In her spare time, Kelly gives riding lessons and enjoys spending time with her husband, horses, and dogs.
Amanda
Amanda's Bio
Amanda joined Valley Veterinary Clinic in 2020 as a technician. Her favorite thing about working at Valley is being able to give back to the community that she grew up in. In her spare time, Amanda enjoys shed hunting, hiking, and playing with her pets.
Technical Assistants:
Brenda
Brenda's Bio
Brenda joined the VVC team as an assistant in 2007. She enjoys helping all animals especially cats. If you have had your animal groomed here, chances are likely Brenda has accomplished that job providing excellent care for your patient. In her spare time, Brenda enjoys volunteering through the Vernonia Lions Club and cuddling with her cats, dogs, and horses at home.
Shania
Shania's Bio
Shania joined VVC as an assistant in May of 2017. While working here, Shania enjoys all aspects of her job, although her favorite thing is helping the doctors when they need assistance. In her free time, Shania enjoys going on adventures, taking random drives, horseback riding; and in the summertime, showing cattle.
Jenni
Jenni's Bio
Jenni joined Valley Veterinary Clinic in 2019 as a kennel attendant. Jenni’s favorite thing about working at Valley is providing top quality care to all of our hospitalized patients. In her spare time, Jenni enjoys dog training, and spending time with her family and dogs.
Ashley
Ashley's Bio
Ashley joined Valley Veterinary Clinic in 2019 as a kennel attendant. Ashley favorite thing about working at Valley is interacting with the variety of patients we see on a daily basis. In her spare time, Ashley enjoys playing with her reptiles and learning about exotics.
Caitlin
Caitlin's Bio
Caitlin joined Valley Veterinary Clinic in 2020 as a kennel assistant. Her favorite thing about working at Valley is all the puppy cuddles she gets to have. In her spare time, Caitlin enjoys hunting, playing with her puppy, and welding.
Tabby
Tabby's Bio
Tabby joined Valley Vet in 2020 as a kennel assistant. She now has worked her way to assisting. Tabby’s favorite thing about working at Valley is helping sick patients receive the best care and be able to go back to their families. In her spare time, Tabby enjoys training her dog Armie.
Bailey
Bailey's Bio
Bailey joined Valley Vet in 2020 as a veterinary assistant. Her favorite thing about working at Valley is seeing all the different puppies and kittens that come into the clinic. In her spare time, Bailey enjoys napping with her pets.
Kennel Assistants:
Cera
Cera's Bio
Cera joined Valley Vet in 2021 as a kennel assistant. Her favorite thing about working at Valley is being surrounded by all of the animals. In her spare time, Cera enjoys working on training her cat (specifically to wear a harness).
Emma
Emma's Bio
Emma joined Valley Vet in 2021 as a kennel assistant. Her favorite thing about working at Valley is learning about all of the cases that are in the clinic. In her spare time, Emma enjoys riding her ponies.
Client Care Representatives:
Tillie
Tillie's Bio
Tillie joined Valley Veterinary Clinic in 2019 as a receptionist. Tillie’s favorite thing about working at Valley is helping animals receive care in a timely manner. In her spare time, Tillie likes spending time with her animals, camping, hiking, and relaxing at home.
Loni
Loni's Bio
Loni joined Valley in 2019 as a receptionist. Loni’s favorite thing about working for Valley is seeing all the different animals that come in, especially puppies. In her spare time, Loni enjoys hanging out with her family and camping.
Candace
Candace's Bio
Born and raised in Portland, I moved to Longview in 2020. My favorite thing about working here is getting to see all the pit bulls and boxers that come in. Those are my favs! In my free time, I cuddle with my pitty, Bu, watch Golden Girls, or hang out with my bestie and her pitty.
Carlie
Carlie's Bio
Carlie joined Valley Vet in 2021 as a veterinary receptionist. Her favorite thing about working at Valley is seeing all the young pups and kittens coming in and growing up with us. In her spare time, Carlie enjoys hunting, hanging out with friends, and riding horses.
Melissa
Melissa's Bio
Melissa joined Valley Vet in 2021 as a veterinary receptionist. Melissa’s favorite thing about working at Valley is being able to help and make a difference in client and staff lives. In her spare time, Melissa enjoys being with her family, hunting, camping, and fishing.
Nicole
Nicole's Bio
Nicole joined Valley Vet in 2021 as a veterinary receptionist. Her favorite thing about working at Valley is being able to work with her sister Dani who is an assistant. In her spare time, Nicole enjoys going on road trips.
Valley Management:
Roberta
Roberta's Bio
Roberta started working for Valley Veterinary Clinic as a certified veterinary technician. After several years of performing multiple tasks, Roberta (known to most as Bert), became our ordering connoisseur for the clinic. These days, you can rely of Bert to quickly stock, locate, and order any form of medication, equipment, or supply for any patient in need. In her spare time, Bert enjoys clam digging at the coast with her dog Margarita, and spending time with her three children and numerous grandchildren.
Cheryl
Cheryl's Bio
Cheryl joined the VVC team in 2016 after her husband retired from the US Navy and returned home. As our human resource manager, Cheryl performs a variety of tasks from receptionist to a resource for our team members. She loves helping our staff and clients and most of all our patients. She enjoys the diversity seen here at Valley. In her off time, she enjoys riding her horse, quad, camping and playing with her granddaughter.
Treana
Treana's Bio
Treana joined Valley Veterinary Clinic in 2020 as our new office manager. Treana’s favorite thing about working at Valley is being able to help all types of animals. In her spare time, Treana enjoys hanging with her family, riding horses, and playing with her pet donkeys.
Compassionate care for the pets you love!
ADDRESS
26072 Highway 30
Rainier, Oregon 97048
Click here for directions.
HOURS
Monday: 8:00-5:30 pm
Tuesday: 8:00-5:30 pm
Wednesday: 8:00-5:30 pm
Thursday: 8:00-5:30 pm
Friday: 8:00 - 5:30 pm
Saturday: 9:00-4:00 pm (small animal only)
We offer emergency after-hours services to our existing clients until 10:00 pm.
CONTACT
Call/Text: 503-556-3084
Fax: 503-556-8635
Email: [email protected]
Get in touch!
Use the form below to send us a message! A member of our team will get back to you as quickly as possible. If you need immediate assistance, please give us a call at 503-556-3084.