Gulf Coast Veterinary Specialists
Houston, TX
At a glance
- Facility type
- Emergency Specialty Hospital
- Practice tier
- Specialty Referral
- Clinic type
- Hospital
- Operating status
- Operational
- Appointment model
- Both
- 24/7 care
- Yes
Species treated
Services
AVMA Specialties
Amenities & accessibility
Overview
Gulf Coast Veterinary Specialists in Houston is a 24-hour emergency and specialty veterinary hospital serving Houston, Katy, Memorial, Spring Branch, Bellaire, West University, and surrounding areas. As one of the nation’s largest specialty hospitals, our team of more than 70 board-certified specialists and 350+ dedicated support staff are united in delivering exceptional care for pets and peace of mind for their families
At Gulf Coast Veterinary Specialists (GCVS), we’ve been a trusted leader in veterinary specialty and emergency care since 1988. Our Houston hospital is one of the nation’s largest specialty hospitals, with a team of more than 70 board-certified specialists and 350+ dedicated support staff are united in delivering exceptional care for pets and peace of mind for their families. In the fall of 2025, we’ve expanded to a second location in Webster, TX, to meet the growing demand for specialized and emergency veterinary care in the area
Mission — We partner with the veterinary community to deliver world-class specialized care for pets while advancing veterinary medicine through innovation, education, and compassion
Care capabilities
- Emergency
- 24/7 emergency
Team at a glance
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Technology & equipment
Services in detail
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Appointments & hours
Mon: Open 24 hrs, Tue: Open 24 hrs, Wed: Open 24 hrs, Thu: Open 24 hrs, Fri: Open 24 hrs, Sat: Open 24 hrs, Sun: Open 24 hrs
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Frequently asked
Is Gulf Coast Veterinary Specialists accepting new patients?+
Yes — Gulf Coast Veterinary Specialists is currently accepting new patients.
Does Gulf Coast Veterinary Specialists offer emergency or urgent care?+
Gulf Coast Veterinary Specialists provides 24/7 emergency care.
What services does Gulf Coast Veterinary Specialists offer?+
Gulf Coast Veterinary Specialists offers Emergency, Surgery, Imaging, In House Lab, Pharmacy, Hospitalization, Rehab, End Of Life, and more.
When was Gulf Coast Veterinary Specialists established?+
Gulf Coast Veterinary Specialists has served the Houston, TX community since 1988.
What reviewers say
This large, modern 24/7 emergency and specialty veterinary hospital provides comprehensive advanced medical care, diagnostics, and surgical services. The facility features spacious waiting areas, a well-organized pharmacy, and advanced imaging capabilities including MRI and ultrasound. The team comprises highly knowledgeable specialists across internal medicine, oncology, neurology, surgery, dermatology, and exotics. While pricing is significantly higher than primary care and wait times can be lengthy during peak emergency hours, the hospital is widely praised for its clinical expertise, deeply compassionate nursing staff, and life-saving interventions for critically ill pets.
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Data as of July 2026. VetPulse aggregates public-record and licensing data; it does not represent the practice directly.