Handsboro Animal Hospital

Gulfport, MS

At a glance

Facility type
Veterinary Practice
Practice tier
General
Clinic type
Standalone
Operating status
Operational
Appointment model
Both
24/7 care
No

Species treated

Small Animal Companion

Services

General Practice Wellness Vaccination Spay Neuter Surgery Dentistry Imaging In House Lab Pharmacy Boarding End Of Life

Amenities & accessibility

Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lot

Overview

Handsboro Animal Hospital is a locally owned veterinary facility that provides comprehensive care to companion animals in Gulfport and the neighboring Mississippi Gulf Coast communities

Veterinary care has been offered at this location since the mid 1950s when Dr. E. W. Cole established Cole Animal Hospital. In 1972, Dr. R.C. Williams purchased and renamed the clinic Handsboro Animal Hospital. In February 2023, Dr. Neely Gaddy Beaugez purchased the clinic from Dr. Williams

Mission — It is our mission to ensure that your pet has the best experience and care that can be provided

Care capabilities

End-of-life care
In Clinic

Team at a glance

2
Veterinarians (DVM)
9
Support staff
11
Total team

Individual names, titles & bios are in the practice intelligence layer below.

Technology & equipment

Digital RadiographyLaser TherapyIn-Clinic Diagnostics

Services in detail

BoardingDental CareDermatologyDigital RadiographyGrooming and BathingHeartworm TestingHospice and EuthanasiaImmunotherapyIn-Clinic DiagnosticsIntensive CareLaser TherapyMicrochipping
Show all 17 services
Nutritional CounselingPain ManagementPharmacySurgeryWellness Programs

Appointments & hours

Monday: 8:00am - 4:30pm, Tuesday: 8:00am - 4:30pm, Wednesday: 8:00am - 4:30pm* (closed 11:30-1:30 for lunch, may close early), Thursday: 8:00am - 4:30pm, Friday: 8:00am - 4:30pm, Saturday: Closed** (open 2 Saturdays a month 8am-11:30am for appointments), Sunday: Closed. Walk-ins accepted Monday and Tuesday 8am-2pm

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Frequently asked

Is Handsboro Animal Hospital accepting new patients?+

Yes — Handsboro Animal Hospital is currently accepting new patients.

What services does Handsboro Animal Hospital offer?+

Handsboro Animal Hospital offers General Practice, Wellness, Vaccination, Spay Neuter, Surgery, Dentistry, Imaging, In House Lab, and more.

What reviewers say

90% Positive sentiment
based on 338 reviews

Handsboro Animal Hospital provides compassionate and attentive veterinary care with a welcoming, knowledgeable staff and skilled doctors who handle pets with gentleness and expertise. The facility is noted for accommodating walk-ins, prompt appointments, and effective emergency handling. While the general pricing is considered fair, pricing transparency can occasionally be a concern during unexpected diagnostic workups.

Frequently praised for

Compassionate StaffKnowledgeable VetsThorough ExplanationsShort WaitFair PricingGood With Anxious PetsGreat Emergency Response

Aggregated from reviewer feedback across multiple sources.

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Data as of July 2026. VetPulse aggregates public-record and licensing data; it does not represent the practice directly.