Business Details
41 Years
experience
Castroville Veterinary Clinic - Compassionate Animal Care
Castroville Veterinary Clinic has served the Castroville community since 1985, providing compassionate care for pets and livestock. Founded by Dr. David Carter, a graduate of Texas A&M University's veterinary program, our clinic prioritizes treating every animal as if it were our own. We combine decades of experience with a commitment to personalized service, ensuring pets receive the highest standard of medical attention. Our practice caters to both small and large animals, addressing routine care and complex health needs.Serving Castroville and surrounding areas like Hondo, Lytle, and San Antonio, we emphasize preventative care and client education. Our team maintains regular business hours Monday through Saturday, with emergency consultations available as needed. By focusing on community relationships and veterinary excellence, we aim to be the trusted partner in animal health for local families and agricultural operations.
Services
Veterinary Exams
Vaccinations
Dental Care
Surgical Services
Emergency Care
Preventative Care
Large Animal Services
Boarding Services
Nutritional Counseling
Parasite Prevention
Details
- Year established: 1985
Highlights and features
- We have over 35 years of experience serving Castroville's animal health needs
- Our veterinarian graduated from Texas A&M University's accredited veterinary program
- We treat every animal with the same care as our own family pets
- We serve both small animals and large livestock on a single property
- Our clinic maintains regular business hours with emergency consultations available
Services
Veterinary Exams
Our comprehensive veterinary exams ensure early detection of health issues in pets. Using modern diagnostic tools, we assess vital signs, dental health, and overall wellness. Our experienced veterinarians provide tailored recommendations for diet, exercise, and preventative care based on each animal's specific needs.
Vaccinations
We offer core and elective vaccinations for dogs, cats, and livestock. Our vaccination protocols follow current veterinary guidelines to protect against common infectious diseases. Each vaccination appointment includes health screening and personalized immunization scheduling for optimal disease prevention.
Surgical Services
Our clinic performs routine and complex surgical procedures using sterile techniques and modern equipment. Services include spaying/neutering, soft tissue surgery, and wound repair. Pre-anesthetic bloodwork and post-operative care instructions ensure patient safety and proper recovery from surgical interventions.
Emergency Care
While we don't operate 24/7, our clinic provides emergency consultations during regular business hours. We prioritize urgent cases involving trauma, poisoning, or severe illness. Our staff stabilizes critical patients before performing necessary treatments or referring to specialized emergency facilities when required.
Large Animal Services
We provide veterinary care for horses, cattle, and other large animals in our clinic facility. Services include routine checkups, vaccinations, reproductive health management, and minor field procedures. Our facility accommodates large animal patients with appropriate handling equipment and examination spaces.
People
Dr. David Carter
Veterinarian
Dr. David Carter graduated from Texas A&M University's veterinary program in 1978. With over 40 years of clinical experience, he has served Castroville's animal health needs since establishing this clinic in 1985.
Questions
What are your business hours?
We're open Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm, and Saturday 8:00am-12:00pm. We're closed on Sundays.
Do you treat both small and large animals?
Yes, our clinic primarily treats small animals but also provides care for large livestock on our property.
What areas do you serve?
We serve Castroville and surrounding communities including Hondo, Lytle, LaCoste, Devine, and San Antonio.
Can I get emergency veterinary care?
We provide emergency consultations during regular business hours but don't offer 24/7 emergency services.
How do I schedule an appointment?
Call us at 830-538-2274 during business hours to schedule appointments for routine or urgent care needs.
What preventative care services do you offer?
We provide vaccinations, parasite prevention, dental care, nutritional counseling, and wellness exams for pets and livestock.
