The Shot Spot

McKinney, TX

At a glance

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

Species treated

Small Animal Companion

Services

Wellness Vaccination Spay Neuter Surgery Dentistry Imaging In House Lab Pharmacy End Of Life House Call

Amenities & accessibility

Appointments
Appointment requiredAppointments recommended
Amenities
Restroom
Crowd
LGBTQ+ friendly
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lotWheelchair accessible restroom

Overview

The Shot Spot is a family-owned and operated, full-service Veterinary Medical and Surgical Hospital located in McKinney, TX that is committed to providing high quality, compassionate and convenient veterinary care to our community and surrounding areas. Additionally, in an effort to break down the barriers to care that many pet parents face, our Mobile Wellness Care Team operates WEEKLY Affordable Vaccination & Wellness Clinic Events throughout the local community offering FREE wellness exams to pets with every vaccine purchase as well as several discounted affordable care package options to choose from to UNLOCK even more SAVINGS and services to help ensure your pets stay happy and healthy for many years to come!

The Shot Spot was founded in 2014 by Dr. Danny R. Cox and his wife Amy, a well-known animal advocate. Dr. Cox is a 1982 graduate of the Oklahoma State University College of Veterinary Medicine. He has managed more than 30 veterinary hospitals and trained hundreds of licensed veterinarians in the fields of veterinary surgery, anesthesia, and clinical medicine during his 42 year career. Amy Cox is involved in the animal rescue community in the DFW area and has provided first responder services for the animals during natural disasters. The Coxes love to travel with their dogs and can often be found participating in costume contests like McKinney’s own Krewe of Barkus Parade and the New York Pet Fashion Show, which they have now won, twice

Team at a glance

2
Veterinarians (DVM)

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

Technology & equipment

Digital RadiographyAdvanced UltrasoundCold-Laser TherapyIn-House Diagnostic LabOutside Reference Lab SupportIn-House + Online Pet Pharmacy

Services in detail

General Wellness Care & VaccinationsSick & Injured Pet Examinations/ConsultationsChronic Illness Consultations + Disease ManagementSurgery Spay (Traditional/Ovary-Sparing)Neuter (Traditional/Vasectomy)Comprehensive Dental Cleanings + ExtractionsOrthopedic (FHO, TPLO etc.)Laceration RepairForeign-Body RemovalBladder Stone Removal (Cystotomy)Digital Radiography + Advanced UltrasoundCold-Laser Therapy
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In-House Diagnostic Lab + Outside Reference Lab SupportIn-House + Online Pet PharmacyPrescription DietsHealth/Travel CertificatesAllergy Treatments & MoreHeartworm TreatmentImagingSurgeryLaser TherapySpay & NeuterDental CareWellness Care

Appointments & hours

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Mon, Tues, Thurs, Fri: 8am - 6pm | Wed: 8am - 2pm | Sat: 9am - 5pm

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Frequently asked

What services does The Shot Spot offer?+

The Shot Spot offers Wellness, Vaccination, Spay Neuter, Surgery, Dentistry, Imaging, In House Lab, Pharmacy, and more.

When was The Shot Spot established?+

The Shot Spot has served the McKinney, TX community since 2014.

What reviewers say

88% Positive sentiment
based on 321 reviews

The practice provides a welcoming environment supported by mobile wellness units and an accessible physical facility. The team is widely regarded as compassionate and thorough during routine visits, vaccinations, and difficult end-of-life decisions. Pets that experience anxiety are handled with patience and care by knowledgeable staff and veterinarians. While many find the routine care and vaccine pricing to be reasonable and transparent, others note occasional unexpected costs or higher fees for surgical procedures.

Frequently praised for

Compassionate StaffKnowledgeable VetsThorough ExplanationsFair PricingGood 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.