Gulf Coast Veterinary Specialists

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Gulf Coast Veterinary Specialists

Houston's Veterinary Medical Center
Providing specialized and emergency services to the Houston community for 35+ years
Emergency Room Open 24/7
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Gulf Coast Veterinary Specialists was founded in 1989 and is currently one of the largest veterinary hospitals in the country. Today, GCVS is an internationally respected veterinary specialty and emergency hospital with 14 departments, 58 doctors, including 27 board-certified specialists, and more than 175 well educated and trained support staff. Our mission is simple: We provide specialized care,

in partnership with the veterinary community, to help families with pets. We use our extensive experience and expertise in all major veterinary specialties to provide the highest quality, most comprehensive specialized care for companion animals, as well as working to advance veterinary technology through education and innovation.

08/10/2025

🎉 Help us celebrate 10 amazing years with Dr. Daniel Jardes! 🎉

From leading with compassion to advancing patient care through research, Dr. Jardes is the definition of dedication. 🩺💙

Swipe through for some throwback fun from Halloween 2015 at our old 1111 building—and yes, the rumors are true… Dr. Jardes does have a soft spot for tiny dogs.

Thank you for a decade of heart, leadership, and tiny-pup love.

08/08/2025

This , we're celebrating some truly pawsome heroes- our GCVS feline blood donors! 🐾

These incredible rescue kitties give the ultimate gift: the gift of life to our patients in need. With both type A and rare type B blood donors, our Feline Donor program helps us stay prepared for emergencies when there are blood supply shortages.

Supported by Dr. Norton, Dr. Salazar, Lab Technician and Blood Donor Program Coordinator, Jennifer Cardenas, and our dedicated husbandry team, these cats receive expert care, enrichment, and tons of love. They donate only when needed (no more than every 8 weeks), and after two years of service, we help them find their forever homes. 🏡

08/07/2025

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Earlier this year, Levi arrived at GCVS facing serious challenges. After a series of traumatic events, he developed severe self-inflicted wounds and autoimmune dermatitis—leaving his right front leg and other areas of his body in critical condition.

Under the expert care of Dr. Canning and our Dermatology team, and with constant love and dedication from his family, Levi began a months-long journey toward healing.

Our Dermatology team is trained to diagnose and treat the most complex skin and immune-mediated conditions, from autoimmune diseases and resistant infections to environmental and food allergies, and more. In Levi's case, expert dermatologic care made all the difference, turning a painful, uncertain road into one of healing, hope, and success.

Today, we’re thrilled to share that Levi is thriving. His recovery is a true testament to resilience, expert veterinary care, and the power of compassion. 💙

Way to go, Levi!

08/05/2025

Floors, ceilings, light fixtures, water fountains, and fresh paint on the walls — our new NASA Parkway location is really starting to take shape!

This isn’t just a building — it’s the future home of 24/7 Emergency Pet Care and a comprehensive Internal Medicine Department in Webster. We’re bringing the quality of care and reputation of Gulf Coast Veterinary Specialists to this new location, expanding our ability to help more pets in need throughout the community.

We’re working hard every day to ensure everything is perfect for our grand opening, coming early October. We can’t wait to welcome you and your furry family members through our doors and start this new chapter together.

08/04/2025

Today is , and here at GCVS, we are proud partners with the Gulf Coast Volunteer Chapter - Canine Companions®. This nonprofit organization provides expertly trained service dogs to adults, children, and veterans with disabilities. 🐾

Canine Companions is always looking for volunteers and puppy raisers to help shape the future of these life-changing service dogs. If you’ve ever considered getting involved, now is a great time to learn more:
👉 https://canine.org/location/south-central/chapter/gulf-coast-chapter/

Thank you, Canine Companions, for the vital work you do—and to all the assistance dogs making the world more accessible, one task at a time. 💙

08/01/2025

🎉 Today we're celebrating 20 incredible years with Dr. Sue Chen at GCVS!

From her start as a House Officer (specialty intern) in our Avian Exotics department to becoming a published author, national speaker, trusted mentor, department lead, and our incredible Education Program Director for GCVS interns and residents, Dr. Chen truly does it all.

Oh, and did we mention she's also a rockstar mom of two?

Thank you, Dr. Chen, for two decades of dedication, brilliance, and heart. We're lucky to have you!

07/30/2025

A special shoutout to one of our incredible Platinum Symposium Sponsors: Lone Star College-Tomball's Veterinary Technology Program!

We were honored to have their support for this year's Technician Symposium, and even more grateful to be welcomed onto their beautiful campus for the event.

GCVS is proud to partner with Lone Star College-Tomball in our shared mission to advance veterinary excellence through education, collaboration, and community.

07/29/2025

This past Saturday, we had the privilege of hosting 200 incredible veterinary technicians from the Houston area at the 2025 GCVS Technician Symposium. The day was packed with 7 hours of continuing education, insightful presentations, and meaningful networking with peers and industry partners.

We're incredibly proud to support the continued growth of our veterinary community and grateful to everyone who helped make this event a success-- from our speakers and sponsors to each technician who took the time to invest in their education.

We are looking forward to our DVM Symposium on August 23-24!

Here's to advancing veterinary medicine together! 💙

07/23/2025

🎉 The countdown is on! 🎉
We’re just days away from our annual GCVS Tech Symposium — a day dedicated to empowering veterinary technicians through continued education and collaboration.

This year’s lineup features expert-led sessions presented by our very own GCVS technicians and a special guest speaker from Pet Meadow. We're also excited to welcome our incredible sponsors: Lone Star College-Tomball, Texas Pet Meadow, Dechra US, Hill’s Pet Nutrition, VXS Imaging, BCP Veterinary Pharmacy, CareCredit, Elanco, IDEXX, Movora, Purina, Relo Realy Houston Group at Compass, SafePath Construction, Specialty Veterinary Pharmacy, and more!

📚 Learning. 🤝 Networking. 🔬 Growth.
We can’t wait to celebrate and support the heartbeat of our hospital — our technicians!

07/22/2025

🎉 Happy 10th Anniversary, Jennifer! 🎉

Today, we’re celebrating a full decade of dedication from Jen, one of our outstanding surgery technicians at GCVS! Her passion for patient care and her commitment to continual learning have made her an invaluable part of our team.

💡 Fun fact: Jen is currently working toward earning her Veterinary Technician Specialty (VTS)—a true testament to her drive and expertise! She will also be a speaker at our upcoming Technician Symposium this weekend!

Jen, thank you for everything you do. We’re so grateful to have you on the GCVS team!

07/21/2025

💍 Love was in the air at GCVS this weekend! We partnered with Houston Rabbit Resource for a one-of-a-kind bunny adoption event celebrating the wedding of Pippin and Moe — a sweet, bonded pair hopping into forever together. 🐰💕

Fun fact: Rabbits are highly social animals that thrive with a bonded companion. While human snuggles are great, another bunny provides the kind of emotional support, grooming, and playtime that truly helps them flourish. 🐇❤️🐇

Thank you to everyone who came out to support adoptable bunnies and celebrate a love story for the (hare)story books!

07/15/2025

It's National Pet Fire Safety Day! 🚒

Every year, nearly 1,000 home fires are accidentally started by pets. Today is a great reminder to protect your home and your furry family members with a few simple tips:

✅ Keep pets away from open flames and stove k***s
✅ Use flameless candles
✅ Secure loose wires and cords
✅ Place a pet alert sticker in your window
✅ Include pets in your family’s emergency plan

We offer complimentary pet alert window stickers in our lobby for clients! These stickers are a simple yet powerful tool to help alert emergency responders that pets are inside your home in the event of a fire or emergency, especially when you aren't home.

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8042 Katy Freeway
Houston, TX
77024

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+17136931111

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https://www.gcvs.com/?y_source=1_MjkzNDQyODMtNTU5LWxvY2F0aW9uLndlYnNpdGU%3D

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COVID-19 Update

We are Open! As an essential business, GCVS is open for uninterrupted specialty care and 24/7 emergency care. We have restricted access to our facility and will meet you outside with your pet for the safety and well-being of both you and our staff. Please call us on your way for any emergencies and once you arrive for specialty appointments at 713-693-1111.