LAKESIDE

Golden retriever puppy and calico kitten sitting together, smiling
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4.9★

187 Google reviews

12+

Years caring for pets

8,000+

Pets treated

Same-day

Sick visits, seen today

Licensed, experienced DVMsFear Free certified teamIn-house lab & imagingSurgical suite on site

What we do

Everything your pet needs, under one roof

From routine checkups to surgery. No more driving across town to three different clinics when something comes up.

Wellness Exams

Wellness Exams

Nose-to-tail checkups that catch problems while they're still small. The doctor walks you through everything they find, in plain English.

Vaccinations

Vaccinations

Core and lifestyle vaccines tailored to your pet's age and routine, not a one-size-fits-all list. We text you when boosters are due.

Dental Care

Dental Care

Cleanings, dental X-rays and extractions under monitored anesthesia. Most pets over three already have dental disease. We catch it early.

Surgery & Spay/Neuter

Surgery & Spay/Neuter

From routine spays to soft-tissue surgery, in our own surgical suite with monitored anesthesia. We call you the moment your pet wakes up.

In-House Diagnostics

In-House Diagnostics

Bloodwork, digital X-rays and ultrasound done right here. You get answers the same day, not a week of waiting and worrying.

Urgent Care

Urgent Care

Emergencies don't check our calendar. Call us first thing and we'll work your pet in the same day, when every minute counts.

Why us

A different kind of vet visit

Every clinic says they love animals. The difference shows in how visits feel, what we can do in-house, and the time we take with every pet.

Inside the animal hospital

A doctor who knows your pet

You see the same veterinarian visit after visit, not whoever happens to be on shift. Your pet's whole history lives with one doctor who remembers them.

Fear Free handling

Treats first, quiet exam rooms, and never forcing a terrified pet through a procedure. Our team is Fear Free certified, and visits stop being something your pet dreads.

Answers the same day

In-house lab, digital X-rays and ultrasound mean we diagnose and start treatment in one visit, instead of waiting a week on an outside lab.

No surprise bills

You get a written estimate before we do anything, explained line by line. We accept CareCredit and pet insurance claims are paperwork we help you with.

Meet the team

The people who'll care for your pet

You deserve to know who's on the other side of the exam table. Meet our doctors before you even walk in.

Dr. Sarah Mitchell

Dr. Sarah Mitchell

Medical Director · General Practice

DVM · Texas A&M University

Twelve years in small-animal practice and a soft spot for senior pets. Believes no question from a pet parent is ever a silly question.

Dr. James Whitfield

Dr. James Whitfield

Surgery & Orthopedics

DVM · Colorado State University

Leads our surgical suite. Makes a point of calling you himself the moment your pet is awake from anesthesia.

Dr. Emily Carter

Dr. Emily Carter

Dentistry & Feline Medicine

DVM · University of Florida · Fear Free Certified

Handles cats the way cats insist on being handled: slowly, quietly, and with zero forced restraint.

Pet parents

What pet parents are saying

Our lab came up limping on a Saturday and they got us in the same day. They explained every step, sent a photo after his surgery, and called the next morning to check on him. I've never been treated like this at a vet.

Jessica M.

Jessica M.

Cooper's mom

Luna is a nervous rescue and vet visits used to be a full-blown meltdown. This team sat on the floor with her, treats the whole time, no forcing. She left wagging her tail. I honestly couldn't believe it.

David R.

David R.

Luna's dad

They ran the bloodwork and X-rays in-house, and I walked out the same afternoon with a diagnosis and a treatment plan. My old vet would have had me waiting a week just for results.

Amanda T.

Amanda T.

Bella's mom

What won me over was the honesty. They told me Max didn't need the procedure I came in asking about, and the final bill matched the estimate to the dollar. They have a client for life.

Michael S.

Michael S.

Max's dad

Questions

Frequently asked questions

Do I need an appointment, or do you take walk-ins?

For routine visits, booking ahead is best: no waiting around, and the doctor's time is dedicated to your pet. Sick pets and urgent cases get worked in the same day, so call or text first and we'll be ready when you arrive.

How much does an exam cost?

The exam fee is a flat price we'll gladly share when you call or text, so there are no surprises. Anything beyond the exam gets a written estimate first, and nothing happens without your approval.

Do you take pet insurance?

Yes, we work with all pet insurance plans. Insurance in the US reimburses you directly, so you pay at the time of the visit and we handle the claim paperwork with you. We also accept CareCredit if you'd rather split payments.

What if something happens after hours?

During office hours, call us and we'll see your pet the same day. Overnight and on holidays, we'll point you to our partner 24-hour emergency hospital, and we follow up with them the next morning so your pet's records stay in one place.

My cat hates the vet. How do you handle that?

Our team is Fear Free certified and we see cats on their terms: a quiet room away from the dogs, no forced restraint, and as much time as they need. Bring the carrier covered with a towel (it helps more than you'd think).

I'm switching from another vet. What do I need to bring?

Just your pet. With your OK, we'll request the records and vaccine history from your previous clinic ourselves, so you don't have to chase paperwork. Rescues with no history are welcome too: we'll build it from scratch.

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  • 1234 Maple Avenue, Austin, TX 78704
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