Long Drive Dog & Cat Hospital
Long Drive Dog & Cat Hospital is a general practice practice in Houston, TX. Procedures include Boarding Services, Dentals, Grooming & Spa Services, and Surgeries.
About
Long Drive Dog & Cat Hospital is a general practice located in the Golfcrest District of Houston, offering accessible veterinary care for dogs and cats. The hospital provides services including surgeries and dentals by appointment. Its facility includes an enlarged surgery suite, expanded dental and treatment areas, a dedicated radiology room with DR full-body and dental digital x-ray units, and an in-house laboratory with Idexx equipment.
The clinic aims to provide friendly service at a fair price to its clientele. For emergencies, the hospital provides contacts for VCA Animal Emergency Hospitals for daytime incidents and Gulf Coast Veterinary Specialist (GCVS) for after-hours care.
Surgical team
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Dr. Patricia Castro
D.V.M.
Dr. Patricia Castro was born and raised in Houston, Texas, received her DVM degree from Texas A&M in 2006, and started working at Long Drive Dog & Cat Hospital immediately after graduating.
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Dr. Joshua Taylor
D.V.M.
Dr Taylor worked as a certified veterinary technician for 3 years before applying to Vet school and recently completed his Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree at Ross University with a clinical year at Purdue University.
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Dr. Pugazendhi
D.V.M.
Dr. Pugazendhi received his veterinary degree in 2014, completed a Master’s in Veterinary Clinical Medicine in 2016, and completed his DVM equivalence at Oklahoma State University in 2025 after relocating to the United States.
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Morgan
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Maria
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Bianca
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Sheree
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Markaisha
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Aminah
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Karla
Procedures
- Boarding Services
- Dentals
- Grooming & Spa Services
- Surgeries
Equipment
- Ultrasound
- DR, full-body, digital x-ray unit
- DR digital dentistry x-ray unit
- Idexx laboratory equipment
Photos
Photos via Google · Long Drive Dog & Cat Hospital, Victor A Pereira, Ashley Gendrett-Mackey, Day-Ireiya Ravelo, Gina Perval
Frequently asked questions
- What diagnostic equipment is available at the clinic?
- The clinic's facility includes a dedicated radiology room with a DR, full-body, digital x-ray unit and a DR digital dentistry x-ray unit. It also maintains an in-house laboratory with multiple Idexx laboratory equipment to provide immediate information about a pet’s health status. Additionally, ultrasound is available.
- Does the clinic offer dental services?
- Yes, the clinic offers dental services, which are by appointment only. The facility includes expanded dental and treatment areas, along with a DR digital dentistry x-ray unit similar to those used in human dentistry.
- What types of surgeries does the hospital perform?
- The hospital performs surgeries, which are by appointment only. The facility features an enlarged surgery suite designed to accommodate two doctors simultaneously, indicating a capacity for surgical procedures.
- What are the options for emergency care?
- For daytime emergencies, the clinic refers to VCA Animal Emergency Hospitals. For after-hours emergencies, Gulf Coast Veterinary Specialist (GCVS) is recommended. Both are external facilities.
- What services are available beyond veterinary medical care?
- In addition to veterinary services, Long Drive Dog & Cat Hospital offers boarding services and grooming & spa services. Clients can also access online tools for booking appointments, refilling prescriptions, and ordering food and pharmacy items.