West Loop Animal Hospital
Longview, TX
At a glance
- Facility type
- Veterinary Practice
- Practice tier
- General
- Clinic type
- Standalone
- Operating status
- Operational
- Appointment model
- Appointment
- 24/7 care
- No
Species treated
Services
Amenities & accessibility
Overview
West Loop Animal Hospital is an established, full-service, small animal and exotic veterinary hospital committed to providing exceptional medical, surgical and dental care to clients and patients during every visit in a caring and compassionate manner
West Loop Animal Hospital opened in 1981. Dr. Owens and Dr. Howard purchased West Loop Animal Hospital in 1981 and were joined by Dr. Balliett in 1986
Mission — It is our commitment to provide quality veterinary care to the pets of Gregg County and surrounding areas. Our goal is to practice the highest quality medicine and surgery with compassion and an emphasis on client education
Care capabilities
- Emergency
- Urgent Care Only
- Pet insurance
- Accepted
Team at a glance
Individual names, titles & bios are in the practice intelligence layer below.
Services in detail
Memberships
Appointments & hours
Monday – Thursday: 7:30 am – 6:00 pm *Closed 12:00pm – 2:00pm on Wednesday; Friday: 7:30 am – 5:30 pm
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Frequently asked
Is West Loop Animal Hospital accepting new patients?+
Yes — West Loop Animal Hospital is currently accepting new patients.
Does West Loop Animal Hospital offer emergency or urgent care?+
West Loop Animal Hospital offers urgent care appointments most days of the week (not a 24/7 ER).
Does West Loop Animal Hospital treat exotic pets?+
Yes — West Loop Animal Hospital offers care for exotic pets in addition to small animals.
What services does West Loop Animal Hospital offer?+
West Loop Animal Hospital offers General Practice, Wellness, Vaccination, Spay Neuter, Surgery, Dentistry, Imaging, In House Lab, and more.
When was West Loop Animal Hospital established?+
West Loop Animal Hospital has served the Longview, TX community since 1981.
What reviewers say
West Loop Animal Hospital provides comprehensive veterinary care with a deeply compassionate and knowledgeable team. The staff is widely recognized for making both pets and owners feel welcome, offering thorough explanations, and handling anxious or exotic animals with patience and skill. The facility is equipped to handle various routine and specialized procedures, and scheduling is generally efficient with responsive communication. While pricing is often seen as fair, occasional concerns regarding diagnostic accuracy and higher costs have been noted. Overall, the practice remains a trusted destination for families seeking dedicated animal care.
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Data as of July 2026. VetPulse aggregates public-record and licensing data; it does not represent the practice directly.