the washer repair guy should be able to tell and since he'll be at your house anyhow those diagnostic fees shouldn't add much to the bill

oopsnot a valve.... two rubber hoses under the dishwasher have big-a.s.s. holes chewed into them
on the bright side i should be able to take the hoses off and take them to home depot for replacement
Right.............if i can get the hoses off i can take them to get the parts...