Highland Animal Hospital

Big Spring, TX

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At a glance

Facility type
Veterinary Practice
Practice tier
General
Clinic type
Hospital
Operating status
Operational
Appointment model
Appointment
24/7 care
No
Accepting new patients
Yes

Species treated

Small Animal Companion Exotic Companion Mammal

Services

General Practice Wellness Vaccination Surgery Dentistry Imaging In House Lab Hospitalization Boarding End Of Life

Amenities & accessibility

Appointments
Appointment requiredAppointments recommended
Amenities
Restroom
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lotWheelchair accessible restroom

Overview

We strive to provide our clients with the very best veterinary care for their four-legged family members

Founded by Dr. Akin Simpson, Highland Animal Hospital originally operated as a private practice until its acquisition by Dr. Scott Burt in 1983. Dr. Burt continued to manage the hospital as a private practice for 36 years. In October 2019, Heartland Veterinary Partners acquired Highland Animal Hospital, ushering in a new chapter of continued excellence in veterinary care. Since February 2024, Dr. Kate Roeder has been an integral part of the Highland Animal Hospital team

Team at a glance

4
Veterinarians (DVM)
25
Support staff
29
Total team

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

Technology & equipment

diagnostic imagingultrasound

Services in detail

Pet Check-UpsPet Preventative CarePet SurgeryPet DentistryPet LaboratoryPet UltrasoundPet BoardingShop Food & MedsPet Chiropractic Care

Appointments & hours

Monday – Friday: 8:30 am – 5:30 pm Saturday & Sunday: Closed

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Frequently asked

Is Highland Animal Hospital accepting new patients?+

Yes — Highland Animal Hospital is currently accepting new patients.

What services does Highland Animal Hospital offer?+

Highland Animal Hospital offers General Practice, Wellness, Vaccination, Surgery, Dentistry, Imaging, In House Lab, Hospitalization, and more.

When was Highland Animal Hospital established?+

Highland Animal Hospital has served the Big Spring, TX community since 1961.

What reviewers say

88% Positive sentiment
based on 465 reviews

Highland Animal Hospital delivers exceptional, compassionate veterinary care with a highly knowledgeable and gentle team. The facility is exceptionally clean and well-maintained, creating a welcoming and calm environment that puts anxious pets and their owners completely at ease. Dedicated professionals provide thorough examinations, clear treatment explanations, and attentive follow-up care. While the practice is widely praised for its reasonable pricing and deep community trust, patients should note that emergency services and after-hours availability are limited.

Frequently praised for

Compassionate StaffKnowledgeable VetsThorough ExplanationsClean FacilityGood With Anxious PetsStrong Followup

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