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Gulf Coast Veterinary Specialists (GCVS)
- Emergency Medicine
- Houston, TX
About this business
Gulf Coast Veterinary Specialists was founded in 1988 and is currently one of the largest veterinary hospitals in the country. Today, GCVS is an internationally respected veterinary specialty and emergency hospital with 14 departments, over 50 veterinarians many of whom are board-certified specialists, and more than 200 highly trained support staff. Our mission is simple: We provide specialized care, in partnership with the veterinary community, to help families with pets. We use our extensive experience and expertise in al... read more
Location details
8042 Katy Fwy, Houston, TX, 77024, United States
Get directions| Weekday | Schedule | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Mon | 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. | |
| Tue | 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. | |
| Wed | 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. | |
| Thu | 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. | |
| Fri | 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. | |
| Sat | 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. | |
| Sun | Closed |
Sadly I put a baby to sleep that I took in February of this year. He was 16 and was in kidney failure. As usual, the Team was very helpful and professional. I highly recommend them!!
Business response:
Candye, thank you very much for your recommendation. We're overjoyed to hear that our team was able to provide helpful and professional care during such a difficult time. We are so sorry for your loss. Thank you for recommending Gulf Coast Veterinary Specialists.
Dr Hanzel , triage Victoria , receptionist Alyssa and Jeremiah Thank you for your kindness as my fur baby Teensy and I arrived. We had her for over 15 years and my heart is shattered at her loss. You were a most caring, and informative team! Thank you for all you did for us ! I can't say thank you enough
Business response:
We are overjoyed to hear about the care and support you received during such a difficult time. Our team at GCVS is dedicated to providing the best possible care for our furry patients and their families. Thank you for trusting our team.
The staff here is amazing and so caring. My dog Suki came here for an emergency visit due to her eye injury. They took us in right away and started surgery the next day to save her eye. It is pricey here, but they really do everything to take care of your beloved pet. We worked out a payment plan with the staff, and luckily, I have pet insurance as well. We got everything we needed to get Suki's surgery done. A few weeks went by, unfortunately, Suki's eye had too much trauma. She developed glaucoma in her eye, which was too... read more
Business response:
We are so glad to hear that Suki is doing well after her surgeries! Thank you for trusting us with her care.
My cat Mimi was playing with some flowers my significant other purchased for me . They were Lillie's and few Google searches and a phone call to animal welfare I was made a case for Mimi . I had a full blown panic attack and drove to gulf coast vet and they cared and watched over her for a few days . Roughly 3k later I was told that she's going to be okay . Thank you so much guys . Pricey , but I'll drop any amount if I know my cat is in good hands
Business response:
We're so glad to hear that Mimi is doing well! Thank you for trusting us with her care.
This place is awesome. We took our cat there to be evaluated by a cardiologist. He had previously been diagnosed with cardiovascular disease by Blue Pearl. This cardiologist did not agree with the evaluation. His honesty saved us more huge expenses. Thank goodness we took our cat here and will definitely be back. It rare to find vets that are not out to just take as much money as they can from you.
Business response:
We are so glad to hear about your positive experience at GCVS, Tom. Thank you for trusting us with your cat's care. We always strive to provide compassionate care. We will be sure to share your comments with our team!
I cannot think the staff at Gulf Coast Veterinary specialist enough for how kind patient and understanding they were with me. They actually take the time to listen to what's going on with your pet and give you a proper diagnosis. This is a pet emergency room so it runs as such. So if a pet comes in in more dire circumstances than yours , they you get bumped to the front of the line, and they have an emergency room fee. They do charge emergency room specialist prices for their work, but honestly , it was worth it because of... read more
Business response:
We are so glad to hear that you had a positive experience at Gulf Coast Veterinary Specialists. Thank you for trusting us with your pet's care. If you have any further questions or concerns, please don't hesitate to reach out to us at (713) 693-1111.
First took our dog to the ER over 2 months ago, that day we had to wait 12 hours because it was so full. It was very frustrating. I probably wouldn't have given them a 5 star if my review were only based on that day. However my dog has continued her checkups there and they are always so nice and attentive. Dr Olivia Murray is great and has made us feel very comfortable throughout all this process.
Business response:
Thank you for sharing your experience with us, Graciela. Our team follows a triage process in which we treat our patients in order of severity. We apologize for any confusion or frustration caused by the wait. We appreciate your feedback and are glad to hear that Dr. Olivia Murray and our team have provided great care for your dog during her checkups. Thank you for trusting GCVS with your pet's care.
We were here the night before when our 17 yr old Shih tzu could not walk on her hind legs. The doctor asked if we wanted to do some bloodwork after he did a physical examination. We said sure. He then came back with some options with renal failure: hospitalization, MRI, or "quality of life." He gently gave us news on how our dog would not see improvement. At that moment, I could not process what was going on, but my husband did. I decided to take our baby home that night. By the time morning came she was in really bad sha... read more
I would give 10 stars if I could. Our 12 year old Chesapeake Bay Retriever, Roosevelt, had a leg that became lame quickly and he was in a lot pain so we brought him into GCVS on a Sunday morning. The professionalism and care he received was next level. I would receive multiple calls a day from doctors and nurses updating me on status and providing next steps and information. When I attended my owner visit with him I was able to see their operations room and thought I'd stepped into the Space Center. The level of sophisticat... read more
Frequently asked questions about Gulf Coast Veterinary Specialists (GCVS)
How is Gulf Coast Veterinary Specialists (GCVS) rated?
Gulf Coast Veterinary Specialists (GCVS) has a 4.9 star rating with 1,644 reviews.
When is Gulf Coast Veterinary Specialists (GCVS) open?
Gulf Coast Veterinary Specialists (GCVS) is closed now. It will open at 8:00 a.m.