Garza Veterinary Clinic
4.4 (992) 7702 N Shepherd Dr, Houston, TX 77088, USAHours:
Monday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Wednesday: Closed
Thursday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Saturday: 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Sunday: Closed
How to Save Money at Garza Veterinary Clinic
Schedule Regular Vet Visits
One of the best ways to save on vet bills is to prevent expensive health issues before they develop. By scheduling regular wellness checkups, your vet can detect health issues early, helping you to avoid costly treatments and surgeries down the road.
Price Shop for Pet Prescriptions
Oftentimes our fur babies are prescribed human drugs off-label. Your vet is apt to charge more for these medications than you would pay at your local pharmacy. In fact, big-box or chain pharmacies can offer steep discounts. So it’s best to price shop.
Pet Insurance
Most pet insurance providers will pay between 80% and 90% of the vet bill. You can even get coverage for routine care and things like vaccinations and dental cleanings. If you do the math, you’ll most likely find that pet insurance makes financial sense in the long run as well as gives you peace of mind.
How Do You Choose the Right Pet Insurance Provider?
Pet Insurance Review makes it incredibly easy for pet parents to select an insurance provider they feel good about. You can use our handy comparison tool to get the gist of what a company offers. We’ve also collected over 150,000 reviews of insurance companies from real pet parents like you to rank the top providers in the market. Here is the current ranking of each:
| Rating | Provider | Total Review |
|---|---|---|
| 4.4 | AKC | 895 |
| 4.5 | ASPCA | 12,067 |
| 4.9 | Embrace | 19,675 |
| 4.9 | Fetch | 5,109 |
| 4.1 | Figo | 2,814 |
| 4.5 | Hartville | 179 |
| 4.9 | Healthy Paws | 10,919 |
| 4.8 | Lemonade | 819 |
| 4.6 | ManyPets | 2,413 |
| 4.6 | MetLife | 7,195 |
| 4.8 | Nationwide | 21,418 |
| 3.9 | Pet Assure | 15 |
| 4.3 | PetPartners | 120 |
| 4.9 | Pets Best | 14,554 |
| 4.8 | Pumpkin | 2,913 |
| 4.6 | Spot | 10,498 |
| 4.9 | Trupanion | 58,886 |
| 4.8 | Prudent Pet | 2,601 |
Or, you can simply get a fast quote from multiple providers and go from there.
Thinking of insuring your pet?
Get Quotes & CompareGetting to Know Your New Vet: Essential Questions to Ask
Choosing a new veterinarian is an important decision for any pet owner. You want to find someone who is competent, compassionate, and a good fit for you and your fur baby. To help you get the most out of your first appointment, here's a list of essential questions to ask your new vet:
Tell me about your experience with [pet type].
Different vets have different areas of specialization. Some are experts with cats, some dogs, some pocket pets, and some horses. Knowing that your vet has vast experience treating your specific type of pet can bring you peace of mind.
How do you handle emergencies?
You must know what to do in case of a pet medical emergency. Inquire what after-hours policy the clinic has, whether they have on-site emergency care available, and if they have a relationship with any nearby emergency animal hospitals.
How do you communicate with pet owners?
Good communication is key to building a trusting relationship with your vet. Ask how they prefer to communicate (phone calls, emails, online portal) and how often you can expect to hear from them.
Are there any breed-specific health concerns I should be aware of?
Some breeds are predisposed to certain health conditions. Knowing what to watch out for can help you catch problems early and get your pet the treatment they need.
Do you have any questions for me about my pet?
This is a great question to ask because the answer will show that the vet is interested in getting to know your pet as an individual and is willing to listen to your concerns.
Bonus question: Can I take a tour of your facility?
Getting a feel for the clinic's environment can help you and your pet feel more comfortable during your visits. Remember, you’re not just looking for a veterinarian, you’re looking for a partnership. Do not be afraid to ask these questions and any others you can think of. Any vet worth their salt will be happy to answer them. Because the more informed you are, the better equipped you'll be to make decisions about your pet's care! And that should be every vet’s top priority.
Reviews from Google
Had my Staffy pit Nyla get her ears crops here months later RESULTS DID NOT DISAPPOINT!!! My girls stay healthy and receive all they’re basic meds here flea,tick,stool,heart and haven’t had issues in 5 years for my oldest and 2 years my youngest. Thank you Vet garza my dogs are forever greatful 🙏🐾🐾
posted: 01/07/2026
Absolutely loved this veterinary clinic. Staff is very friendly and helpful. We always were treated kindly and my bully puppy was treated kindly even tho she was scared. Dr Garza did amazing job on our bully puppy ear cropping. Our girl looks amazing and healed up well. Dr. Garza is very helpful and took great care of our baby. Thanks so much!! Absolutely highly recommend!!!!
posted: 07/12/2025
Do not take your animal to this vet if it is very sick or has any kind of serious issue! They tell you we need a second opinion every time and also swear it'll bee at END OF DAY RESULTS! Only to tell you the next day..just 1 more day, just one more day! My animal needed fluids and bloodwork and I was Sent home waiting on results from some shady radiologist that can't get back to you in less than 24hrs! If you need flea meds or vaccines for health animals this guy is for you! If your animal needs a savior? Go elsewhere! DO NOT WASTE TIME AND MONEY LETTING DR. GARZA AND STAFF TALK YOU OUT OF YOUR MONEY, GO TO A REAL VET THAT CAN DIAGNOSE ANIMALS BETTER...NOT THIS GUY! And Garzas office! Don't respond to my review with your b.s. excuses to the public.you do it to every 1 star review! 3 out of 4 of my animals he has been the go to vet for, died. Don't waste valuable time with this office people!
posted: 12/05/2025
We've been here only because they accept walk-ins but personally I'd recommend going somewhere else if you have a serious problem that's not fleas or basic care. I brought my cat that had cancer and ultimately had to put him down after a week of suffering due to his illness and lack of aftercare. I was told to force feed him when I expressed concerns and he was put in a kennel post surgery surrounded by barking dogs. We recently brought another cat for not being able to hold down food or water. We get x-rays and got sent home with no fluids or medication to ease the symptoms while we waited 2 days for results because the lab dropped the ball and had to go elsewhere because it was the weekend. I had to go to several other vets over the years after going here and actually received quality care with check ups from the vets. This guy always wants to do so much testing, exploratory surgeries, we actually contemplated putting our cat down. Went and got a second opinion and within 1 hour and a fecal exam, it was intestinal parasites. Easy fix, but this was something he's "never seen before" and required second opinions from experts and assumed some of the worst. Garza called my family a liar because they were unhappy with the care. You said you didn't care about the reviews, but you sure do read every one. I've spent thousands here for not much, don't be me 👍🏻
posted: 12/08/2025
We had a great experience there! Doctor Garza was amazing and you can see how much he cared about our dog Guaro. Everybody was very friendly and nice. Thank you!
posted: 01/30/2026
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