ABOUT US
By your side since 2004
The ValVet Veterinary Center was founded on March 1, 2004, with the aim of filling the gaps in healthcare for pets on the island of Faial. From day one, we have been committed to providing excellent veterinary services, with availability, innovation, and personalized attention to each animal and its guardian.
We were the first Veterinary Medical Care Center (CAMV) in Faial accredited by the Portuguese Veterinary Medical Association, and we continue to be a local benchmark in the sector. Initially established as a sole proprietorship, the clinic is now managed by the company Campos e Mesquita, CVIF, Lda, with veterinary surgeon Luís Campos, a native of the island and graduate of the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine of the University of Lisbon, remaining in charge of clinical management.
Our mission
Our mission is to ensure the health, comfort, and quality of life of companion animals, promoting a relationship of trust, ethics, and closeness with their caregivers. We are a small but cohesive and dedicated team, consisting of two veterinarians, a veterinary nurse, and a veterinary assistant.
At ValVet, we believe that animals are members of the family and therefore deserve the best care. We continuously invest in modernizing the clinic, improving our diagnostic tools and treatment capabilities, with:
- Clinical analyses;
- Ultrasound scan;
- Digital radiography;
- Dental services;
- Soft tissue surgical skills;
- Hospitalization;
- Anesthesia machine with advanced parameterization;
- Specialized software for clinical management and communication.
Looking to the future responsibly
ValVet continues to evolve. With the support of digital transition projects, we want to further improve our services with technologies that enable us to:
- Remote diagnostics (veterinary telemedicine with real-time ultrasound);
- Safer and more controlled anesthesia;
- More efficient communication with our customers.
We deeply value the concept of “One Health”, recognizing the fundamental role of veterinary medicine in preventing zoonoses, promoting animal welfare, and ensuring the emotional well-being of families.
ValVet wants to continue to be part of the solution, helping those who seek us out and evolving every day with a single purpose: to provide excellent veterinary care on the island of Faial.
To all those who place their trust in us, we offer our sincerest thanks for allowing us to be part of your pets' lives.
A Clinic with Impact
Our work is recognized by tutors, public entities, and associations with which we actively collaborate, such as:
- Câmara Municipal da Horta;
- Associação AFAMA;
- ABRIGAR (CED program – Capture, Sterilization, and Return of feral cats);
- Faial Island Volunteer Firefighters (medical support for the canine team dogs);
- GNR, PSP, and Regional Directorate for Maritime Policy.
In addition, we refer clinical cases to colleagues on the mainland or other islands when necessary, maintaining contact with partner clinics and specialized laboratories, but we also receive cases referred by other professionals in the region, a reflection of the trust that ValVet has earned over the years.
Why choose us?
Personalized service
Qualified and attentive team
Easy scheduling
Post-treatment follow-up
Emergency care at any time
AVAILABLE SERVICES
Consultations
Diagnosis and monitoring of animal health.
Vaccinations
Vaccination plan tailored to the needs of each animal.
Deworming
Effective protection against internal and external parasites.
Microchipping
Mandatory electronic identification and registration.
Surgery
Safe surgical procedures and follow-up care.
Laboratory tests
Clinical analyses for an accurate diagnosis.
Emergencies
After-hours service whenever possible. Including weekends and holidays.
Counseling
Animal nutrition, behavior, and welfare.
Imaging
Ultrasounds and X-rays for faster and more accurate diagnosis.
Dentistry
We take care of oral health to ensure well-being and prevent diseases, such as scaling and tooth extraction.
our team
Luís Campos, 48 years old
Veterinarian – Clinical Director and owner of ValVet
Founder of Val Vet, he is one of the most recognizable faces in veterinary medicine in Faial. He began his career focused on livestock clinics, but quickly devoted himself to companion animals, an area to which he has been fully committed since 2010.
"Although I focused the beginning of my career on livestock clinics, over time, for various reasons, I had to shift my focus to companion animal clinics. With the opening of our ValVet clinic in 2004, which filled a major gap that still existed on the island of Faial in terms of companion animal healthcare, requests quickly multiplied, with an ever-increasing and diversified workload. From 2010 onwards, I dedicated myself exclusively to this area. I am a native of this land, and I am filled with pride at the recognition we have received over the years, which rewards all our efforts over time. I consider myself a dedicated person, always seeking to solve animals' problems and comfort all those who seek us out. I have acquired skills in various areas so that I can offer increasingly better healthcare to our animals. My main areas of interest are internal medicine and general surgery.
Thank you very much for your trust."
Raquel Zambujo, 37 years old
Veterinarian
She joined the team in 2021, bringing with her an empathetic approach focused on the well-being of patients and their guardians.
“I am part of the clinic team, where I strive every day to do my best to ensure the health and well-being of our patients. I believe in the importance of an empathetic approach, both with animals and their guardians, and my mission is to provide quality care and build relationships of trust.”
Joana Correia, 33 years old
Veterinary Nurse
She has been part of the team since 2017, after starting her connection with Val Vet as an intern. She is considered the team's true “right-hand woman” for her dedication and professionalism.
“Trained in Bragança, I am a professional dedicated to animal welfare, driven by a love of nature and animals. Altruistic, determined, and committed to what I do, I seek to contribute positively to the health and quality of life of animals.”
Vanessa Dutra, 28 years old
Veterinary Assistant
The newest addition to the team, she joined us in November 2024. Since then, she has shown great commitment, sensitivity, and attention in caring for animals and welcoming their guardians.
"My passion for animals is what motivates me every day at work. It is rewarding for me to follow each patient and see their recovery and well-being. I consider myself a calm, attentive, and dedicated person, always committed to providing the best care to the animals that pass through our hands, as well as attention and support to their owners and clinic clients."