VCA Pet Doctor Animal Hospital in Richardson constructs a participatory realm for pets and their owners through nonverbal elements such as posture, pacing, and energy shifts that echo Texan household dynamics. Examinations initiate through focused observation rather than physical contact. Staff scrutinize subtle animal behaviors including eye contact initiation, breathing patterns in response to voices, and movement tendencies toward or away from motion. Care then unfolds in parts. The examination of external elements such as skin, coat and joints depends on the pet's anchoring movements combined with its leaning behavior and stiffness. The emergence of trust signals initiates complex internal examinations across dental structures, abdominal regions, and cardiac rhythms. Pet owners deliver contextual information regarding alterations in daily patterns alongside new auditory stimuli eliciting pet reactions and shifts in walking or feeding schedules. VCA Pet Doctor Animal Hospital provides a comprehensive range of services including initial examinations and diagnostic tests alongside energy balance strategies, oral health planning, age-related joint tracking, and illness-specific mapping. Timeframes vary based on behavior. A number of appointments progress rapidly where clear consent signals emerge. A number of developmental processes extend slowly across multiple phases which allows the animal to process each step. Quiet areas and pause zones exist to help pets recalibrate before they resume their activities. The essence of post-visit care revolves around translating medical instructions into household practices. Determine sleep patterns to watch while reestablishing routines and identifying silent signals like family withdrawal, appetite loss, or spatial protection. The recommendation for owners is to monitor temporal patterns in addition to symptomatic expressions. At what time does restlessness appear? During which daily period do hesitation occurrences reach their maximum frequency? VCA Pet Doctor Animal Hospital serves families in Richardson and nearby Texas regions by recognizing pet behavior as a living signal communicated through everyday pauses, nudges, and shifts—not just during crises.
Services
Boarding
Dental
Euthanasia
Grooming
Laboratory
Surgery
Ultrasound
Vaccinations
Reviews
Cheryl Willmon
16 Jun 2018
REPORT
Friendly staff, that goes above and beyond to help. Very compassionate, knowledgeable. Always with a smile.
Michael Willmon
31 May 2018
REPORT
The experience and expertise of these fine vets really relieves the anxiety of having my babies in their care!
vanessa rdz
21 May 2018
REPORT
This place saved my dogs life... Tex has been seen by VCA since he was a pup. This team knows how much those fur-babies mean to us... Thank you so much for addressing Tex's healthcare and getting him... Read More
This place saved my dogs life... Tex has been seen by VCA since he was a pup. This team knows how much those fur-babies mean to us... Thank you so much for addressing Tex's healthcare and getting him to emergency surgery! We are eternally grateful. Read Less
Yvette Benitez
21 May 2018
REPORT
they treat my dog like family. Kennel staff is wonderful taking care of my puppy for daycare and baths!! When my cat has gone and had to stay in a cat kennel he was being a huge cry baby, but the sta... Read More
they treat my dog like family. Kennel staff is wonderful taking care of my puppy for daycare and baths!! When my cat has gone and had to stay in a cat kennel he was being a huge cry baby, but the staff always stopped to show him love when they could. Read Less
Sebastian Trejo
18 May 2018
REPORT
These folks know what they're talking about and get stuff done right.
Christa Estes
11 Feb 2018
REPORT
Friendly staff. Put my animals and self at ease.
jenny cheung
2 Jan 2018
REPORT
Very disappointed with this place ... We brought our puppy here few weeks ago for check up and shots.Today I brought her back here for another shot was told to pay again. The problem is that the sta... Read More
Very disappointed with this place ... We brought our puppy here few weeks ago for check up and shots.Today I brought her back here for another shot was told to pay again. The problem is that the staff explained to me that this shot (my puppy got today) was included in the fees that I paid for last time. I remember I asked her many times when I was there.... Now the staff said she never told me that.... it’s not bout me paying it but it was what she said to me last time.. Better train the staffs better......Dishonesty........ Read Less
ARMINA AGKIS
10 Dec 2017
REPORT
Great and compassionate vet! Thanks, Dr Manley! Jackson loves you.
Aly Loves you
15 Oct 2017
REPORT
Oh goodness, I don’t know how to start. I’ve been coming to this VCA for a very long time. With 3 other pets”Frisky,Milo,Mika” and Betty , Betty is 11 years now. I brought her here since she was a pup... Read More
Oh goodness, I don’t know how to start. I’ve been coming to this VCA for a very long time. With 3 other pets”Frisky,Milo,Mika” and Betty , Betty is 11 years now. I brought her here since she was a puppy 🐶 .
I don’t think necessary to say that the hospital, staff and doctor Sharp are great, professionally and humanly.they are the best. my faithful friend is 11 years old and before her another three were in the care of Dr. Sharp.
about the price ... it does not make me happy but c’mon for the well-being of my pets, is something I have to pay. because I want my faithful friend to be healthy and by my side . She’s not just my pet ... she’s my family. Read Less
Carla Young
4 Oct 2017
REPORT
Very compassionate and caring staff. I wouldn't trust anyone else with my pets than the staff of VCA Pet Doctor. Dr. Manley and Dr. Sharp are the best!
Bonilla Family Chiropractic
21 Sep 2016
REPORT
New Pet Mom of a Rescue that turned out to have scabies and whole lot of issues and I felt so nervous but the staff over at the VCA comforted me and made me feel like my Duke was going to be ok and th... Read More
New Pet Mom of a Rescue that turned out to have scabies and whole lot of issues and I felt so nervous but the staff over at the VCA comforted me and made me feel like my Duke was going to be ok and that to me meant the world. I really appreciate the staff and Dr Manley for taking good care of my Duke today! See you soon Read Less
Brian Schmidt
31 Aug 2016
REPORT
Love the people there. Only reason I don't give it five stars is that it could sorely use some updating.
Giavana Di Giorno
26 May 2016
REPORT
Very pleased with my service. It was a very emotional day for my pup Murdock and I. We were able to make it thru thanks to the sweet people who work here. They really care and express that. The vet wa... Read More
Very pleased with my service. It was a very emotional day for my pup Murdock and I. We were able to make it thru thanks to the sweet people who work here. They really care and express that. The vet was very concrete and concise with his thoughts of treatment. Overall, very thankful for my experience here. I will be back. Read Less
Joseph Robinson
20 May 2016
REPORT
Dr. Sharp and Dr. Manley are the best. My 10 month old dachshund Addy can be a handful but they love her there. She used to be nervous when going to the vet but now she gets excited for the trip. Alth... Read More
Dr. Sharp and Dr. Manley are the best. My 10 month old dachshund Addy can be a handful but they love her there. She used to be nervous when going to the vet but now she gets excited for the trip. Although she's still a puppy she has an uncommon medical condition called hepatic encephalopathy that both doctors have gone out of their way to diagnose and treat. They both have contacted specialist for consults and provided the best for my baby. I've never been so comfortable going to the vet because I know I have two doctors that strive to provide my pet with utmost care. I can't say enough good things about this practice. The staff are also warm, welcoming, and knowledgeable. If they are unable to answer one of my crazy questions then they ask the doctor; If they aren't available immediately the doctor calls me back the same day.
As far as cost goes I've never known quality pet care to be cheap but they give me numerous options to help fit my budget. They don't make me feel guilty either if I can't do everything that same day, but they ensure my pet (and myself) are taken care of. Read Less
Melissa Abella
16 May 2016
REPORT
Unsympathetic, fat, corpulent front of desk staff that have no regard for family. The technician was helpful in questions but the front of desk help were rude, forceful and intent on directing us to a... Read More
Unsympathetic, fat, corpulent front of desk staff that have no regard for family. The technician was helpful in questions but the front of desk help were rude, forceful and intent on directing us to another facility because she could not answer our questions and could not be bothered by us in our concern for our family pet. She directed us to the front door in the aggressive manner unprovoked. Read Less
Heather Whitehead
2 Dec 2015
REPORT
Easy to get in and open Saturdays. We got a new dog and used their "Dog Wellness Plan" which pays for all preventative measures for your dog plus 5 vet visits a year. Love that idea!
Stacy Brown
30 Sep 2015
REPORT
They have taken my Jazz and made her their own! They not only make the pet feel good but me as well! You always worry about how your animal gets treated and when jazzy had her operation the staff wa... Read More
They have taken my Jazz and made her their own! They not only make the pet feel good but me as well! You always worry about how your animal gets treated and when jazzy had her operation the staff was awesome with her. I just adopted another pug puppy and I won't hesitate taking her there. Both Dr. Manly and Dr. Sharp have seen Jazz and both doctors are wonderful! Read Less
carla calk
21 Mar 2015
REPORT
I took my dog to this hospital after she got in a fight with another dog, she has a cut under her eye and puncture to the neck. They close at 3 I got there at 2:20 and they advised me that no one coul... Read More
I took my dog to this hospital after she got in a fight with another dog, she has a cut under her eye and puncture to the neck. They close at 3 I got there at 2:20 and they advised me that no one could see her because of the time. Well just so you understand isn't there ethics in being a vet like a doctor. I cannot believe that I was turned away. I wont ever take my dog there. Read Less
Galaxywarrior 101
2 Apr 2014
REPORT
I love the VCA Hospital. Everyone there from front desk staff, pet handlers, and the doctors are capable and friendly. Most of all, Dr. Manley is super nice. They know how to calm down my cats whi... Read More
I love the VCA Hospital. Everyone there from front desk staff, pet handlers, and the doctors are capable and friendly. Most of all, Dr. Manley is super nice. They know how to calm down my cats while working on them. Dr. Manley makes my kids feel warm and welcome while they're there, too. Animals are important at VCA Hospital.
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VCA Pet Doctor Animal Hospital in Richardson constructs a participatory realm for pets and their owners through nonverbal elements such as posture, pacing, and energy shifts that echo Texan household dynamics. Examinations initiate through focused observation rather than physical contact. Staff scrutinize subtle animal behaviors including eye contact initiation, breathing patterns in response to voices, and movement tendencies toward or away from motion. Care then unfolds in parts. The examination of external elements such as skin, coat and joints depends on the pet's anchoring movements combined with its leaning behavior and stiffness. The emergence of trust signals initiates complex internal examinations across dental structures, abdominal regions, and cardiac rhythms. Pet owners deliver contextual information regarding alterations in daily patterns alongside new auditory stimuli eliciting pet reactions and shifts in walking or feeding schedules. VCA Pet Doctor Animal Hospital provides a comprehensive range of services including initial examinations and diagnostic tests alongside energy balance strategies, oral health planning, age-related joint tracking, and illness-specific mapping. Timeframes vary based on behavior. A number of appointments progress rapidly where clear consent signals emerge. A number of developmental processes extend slowly across multiple phases which allows the animal to process each step. Quiet areas and pause zones exist to help pets recalibrate before they resume their activities. The essence of post-visit care revolves around translating medical instructions into household practices. Determine sleep patterns to watch while reestablishing routines and identifying silent signals like family withdrawal, appetite loss, or spatial protection. The recommendation for owners is to monitor temporal patterns in addition to symptomatic expressions. At what time does restlessness appear? During which daily period do hesitation occurrences reach their maximum frequency? VCA Pet Doctor Animal Hospital serves families in Richardson and nearby Texas regions by recognizing pet behavior as a living signal communicated through everyday pauses, nudges, and shifts—not just during crises.
Friendly staff, that goes above and beyond to help. Very compassionate, knowledgeable. Always with a smile.
Michael Willmon
31 May 2018
REPORT
☆☆☆☆☆
REPORT
The experience and expertise of these fine vets really relieves the anxiety of having my babies in their care!
vanessa rdz
21 May 2018
REPORT
☆☆☆☆☆
REPORT
This place saved my dogs life... Tex has been seen by VCA since he was a pup. This team knows how much those fur-babies mean to us... Thank you so much for addressing Tex's healthcare and getting him... Read More
This place saved my dogs life... Tex has been seen by VCA since he was a pup. This team knows how much those fur-babies mean to us... Thank you so much for addressing Tex's healthcare and getting him to emergency surgery! We are eternally grateful. Read Less
Yvette Benitez
21 May 2018
REPORT
☆☆☆☆☆
REPORT
they treat my dog like family. Kennel staff is wonderful taking care of my puppy for daycare and baths!! When my cat has gone and had to stay in a cat kennel he was being a huge cry baby, but the sta... Read More
they treat my dog like family. Kennel staff is wonderful taking care of my puppy for daycare and baths!! When my cat has gone and had to stay in a cat kennel he was being a huge cry baby, but the staff always stopped to show him love when they could. Read Less
Sebastian Trejo
18 May 2018
REPORT
☆☆☆☆☆
REPORT
These folks know what they're talking about and get stuff done right.
Christa Estes
11 Feb 2018
REPORT
☆☆☆☆☆
REPORT
Friendly staff. Put my animals and self at ease.
jenny cheung
2 Jan 2018
REPORT
☆☆☆☆☆
REPORT
Very disappointed with this place ... We brought our puppy here few weeks ago for check up and shots.Today I brought her back here for another shot was told to pay again. The problem is that the sta... Read More
Very disappointed with this place ... We brought our puppy here few weeks ago for check up and shots.Today I brought her back here for another shot was told to pay again. The problem is that the staff explained to me that this shot (my puppy got today) was included in the fees that I paid for last time. I remember I asked her many times when I was there.... Now the staff said she never told me that.... it’s not bout me paying it but it was what she said to me last time.. Better train the staffs better......Dishonesty........ Read Less
ARMINA AGKIS
10 Dec 2017
REPORT
☆☆☆☆☆
REPORT
Great and compassionate vet! Thanks, Dr Manley! Jackson loves you.
Aly Loves you
15 Oct 2017
REPORT
☆☆☆☆☆
REPORT
Oh goodness, I don’t know how to start. I’ve been coming to this VCA for a very long time. With 3 other pets”Frisky,Milo,Mika” and Betty , Betty is 11 years now. I brought her here since she was a pup... Read More
Oh goodness, I don’t know how to start. I’ve been coming to this VCA for a very long time. With 3 other pets”Frisky,Milo,Mika” and Betty , Betty is 11 years now. I brought her here since she was a puppy 🐶 .
I don’t think necessary to say that the hospital, staff and doctor Sharp are great, professionally and humanly.they are the best. my faithful friend is 11 years old and before her another three were in the care of Dr. Sharp.
about the price ... it does not make me happy but c’mon for the well-being of my pets, is something I have to pay. because I want my faithful friend to be healthy and by my side . She’s not just my pet ... she’s my family. Read Less
Carla Young
4 Oct 2017
REPORT
☆☆☆☆☆
REPORT
Very compassionate and caring staff. I wouldn't trust anyone else with my pets than the staff of VCA Pet Doctor. Dr. Manley and Dr. Sharp are the best!
Bonilla Family Chiropractic
21 Sep 2016
REPORT
☆☆☆☆☆
REPORT
New Pet Mom of a Rescue that turned out to have scabies and whole lot of issues and I felt so nervous but the staff over at the VCA comforted me and made me feel like my Duke was going to be ok and th... Read More
New Pet Mom of a Rescue that turned out to have scabies and whole lot of issues and I felt so nervous but the staff over at the VCA comforted me and made me feel like my Duke was going to be ok and that to me meant the world. I really appreciate the staff and Dr Manley for taking good care of my Duke today! See you soon Read Less
Brian Schmidt
31 Aug 2016
REPORT
☆☆☆☆☆
REPORT
Love the people there. Only reason I don't give it five stars is that it could sorely use some updating.
Giavana Di Giorno
26 May 2016
REPORT
☆☆☆☆☆
REPORT
Very pleased with my service. It was a very emotional day for my pup Murdock and I. We were able to make it thru thanks to the sweet people who work here. They really care and express that. The vet wa... Read More
Very pleased with my service. It was a very emotional day for my pup Murdock and I. We were able to make it thru thanks to the sweet people who work here. They really care and express that. The vet was very concrete and concise with his thoughts of treatment. Overall, very thankful for my experience here. I will be back. Read Less
Joseph Robinson
20 May 2016
REPORT
☆☆☆☆☆
REPORT
Dr. Sharp and Dr. Manley are the best. My 10 month old dachshund Addy can be a handful but they love her there. She used to be nervous when going to the vet but now she gets excited for the trip. Alth... Read More
Dr. Sharp and Dr. Manley are the best. My 10 month old dachshund Addy can be a handful but they love her there. She used to be nervous when going to the vet but now she gets excited for the trip. Although she's still a puppy she has an uncommon medical condition called hepatic encephalopathy that both doctors have gone out of their way to diagnose and treat. They both have contacted specialist for consults and provided the best for my baby. I've never been so comfortable going to the vet because I know I have two doctors that strive to provide my pet with utmost care. I can't say enough good things about this practice. The staff are also warm, welcoming, and knowledgeable. If they are unable to answer one of my crazy questions then they ask the doctor; If they aren't available immediately the doctor calls me back the same day.
As far as cost goes I've never known quality pet care to be cheap but they give me numerous options to help fit my budget. They don't make me feel guilty either if I can't do everything that same day, but they ensure my pet (and myself) are taken care of. Read Less
Melissa Abella
16 May 2016
REPORT
☆☆☆☆☆
REPORT
Unsympathetic, fat, corpulent front of desk staff that have no regard for family. The technician was helpful in questions but the front of desk help were rude, forceful and intent on directing us to a... Read More
Unsympathetic, fat, corpulent front of desk staff that have no regard for family. The technician was helpful in questions but the front of desk help were rude, forceful and intent on directing us to another facility because she could not answer our questions and could not be bothered by us in our concern for our family pet. She directed us to the front door in the aggressive manner unprovoked. Read Less
Heather Whitehead
2 Dec 2015
REPORT
☆☆☆☆☆
REPORT
Easy to get in and open Saturdays. We got a new dog and used their "Dog Wellness Plan" which pays for all preventative measures for your dog plus 5 vet visits a year. Love that idea!
Stacy Brown
30 Sep 2015
REPORT
☆☆☆☆☆
REPORT
They have taken my Jazz and made her their own! They not only make the pet feel good but me as well! You always worry about how your animal gets treated and when jazzy had her operation the staff wa... Read More
They have taken my Jazz and made her their own! They not only make the pet feel good but me as well! You always worry about how your animal gets treated and when jazzy had her operation the staff was awesome with her. I just adopted another pug puppy and I won't hesitate taking her there. Both Dr. Manly and Dr. Sharp have seen Jazz and both doctors are wonderful! Read Less
carla calk
21 Mar 2015
REPORT
☆☆☆☆☆
REPORT
I took my dog to this hospital after she got in a fight with another dog, she has a cut under her eye and puncture to the neck. They close at 3 I got there at 2:20 and they advised me that no one coul... Read More
I took my dog to this hospital after she got in a fight with another dog, she has a cut under her eye and puncture to the neck. They close at 3 I got there at 2:20 and they advised me that no one could see her because of the time. Well just so you understand isn't there ethics in being a vet like a doctor. I cannot believe that I was turned away. I wont ever take my dog there. Read Less
Galaxywarrior 101
2 Apr 2014
REPORT
☆☆☆☆☆
REPORT
I love the VCA Hospital. Everyone there from front desk staff, pet handlers, and the doctors are capable and friendly. Most of all, Dr. Manley is super nice. They know how to calm down my cats whi... Read More
I love the VCA Hospital. Everyone there from front desk staff, pet handlers, and the doctors are capable and friendly. Most of all, Dr. Manley is super nice. They know how to calm down my cats while working on them. Dr. Manley makes my kids feel warm and welcome while they're there, too. Animals are important at VCA Hospital.
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