Star of Texas Veterinary Hospital
Star of Texas Veterinary Hospital is a general practice practice in Austin, TX.
About
Star of Texas Veterinary Hospital is Austin's only Fear Free Certified Practice, emphasizing a compassionate approach to veterinary care with a southern flair. The clinic integrates Fear Free principles, functional medicine, and client education to consider each pet's biology, behavior, environment, and lifestyle. Services include customizable exams, acupuncture, nutritional consults, and preventative care, with options like outdoor exam spaces to reduce stress.
The hospital aims to minimize fear, anxiety, and stress for patients, offering various appointment types such as in-person, curbside, extended, backyard, visual, and telemedicine options to accommodate diverse needs. They serve areas including University of Texas, Shady Hollow, Manchaca, Onion Creek, Buda, Kyle, Lakeway, Barton Creek, Rollingwood, and Lost Creek.
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Photos via Google · Star of Texas Veterinary Hospital, Emily Barclay
Frequently asked questions
- What does it mean for Star of Texas Veterinary Hospital to be a Fear Free Certified Practice?
- Being a Fear Free Certified Practice means the hospital prioritizes both the emotional and physical well-being of pets. The team is educated in canine and feline body language to recognize and reduce fear, anxiety, and stress during visits. They use compassionate handling, positive reinforcement with treats and toys, and adapt treatment locations (floor, lap, outside) to alleviate pet stress.
- What types of customizable physical exams and appointments does Star of Texas Veterinary Hospital offer?
- Star of Texas Veterinary Hospital provides various customizable exam options to suit client and pet needs. These include traditional in-person appointments, convenient curbside visits, extended appointments for anxious pets, and backyard appointments utilizing outdoor exam spaces. They also offer visual exams for pets uncomfortable with physical contact and telemedicine appointments for minor concerns or rechecks.
- Does Star of Texas Veterinary Hospital offer integrative medicine services like acupuncture or nutritional consultations?
- Yes, Star of Texas Veterinary Hospital strives to advance veterinary standards through integrative and functional medicine. They offer acupuncture and nutritional consults as part of their services. Dr. Kimberly Sabo is trained in acupuncture, and Dr. Christine McCoy is passionate about treating patients with food as medicine, either alone or alongside traditional veterinary treatments.
- What are some of the special interests of the veterinarians at Star of Texas Veterinary Hospital?
- The veterinarians at Star of Texas Veterinary Hospital have diverse special interests. Dr. Leahanne Alexander focuses on behavior, dentistry, and empowering owners. Dr. Kimberly Sabo specializes in ultrasonography and acupuncture. Dr. Christine McCoy is passionate about using food as medicine and studying metabolic disease in dogs. Dr. John Samon's interests include surgery, geriatric care, and pain management.
- Who are some of the key leadership and technical staff at Star of Texas Veterinary Hospital?
- The leadership team at Star of Texas Veterinary Hospital includes Dana, the Hospital Administrator, and Kim, the Office Manager, both of whom are Elite Fear Free Certified Professionals. The technical team is led by Holley, the Lead Technician, and Maribel, the Lead Surgery Technician. Mars serves as the Lead Marketing Director.