Deer Park Animal Hospital

Deer Park, TX

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At a glance

Facility type
Veterinary Practice
Practice tier
General
Clinic type
Standalone
Operating status
Operational
Appointment model
Appointment
24/7 care
No
Accepting new patients
Yes

Species treated

Small Animal Companion Exotic Companion Mammal Avian Reptile Amphibian

Services

General Practice Wellness Vaccination Spay Neuter Surgery Dentistry Imaging In House Lab Pharmacy Hospitalization Boarding Grooming End Of Life

Amenities & accessibility

Appointments
Appointments recommended
Service options
Onsite services
Amenities
Restroom
Crowd
LGBTQ+ friendly
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lotWheelchair accessible restroom

Overview

A full-service veterinary practice in Deer Park, TX. Deer Park Animal Hospital provides veterinary medical care for dogs, cats, and exotic pets including birds, ferrets, iguanas, rabbits, guinea pigs, and other small mammals and reptiles. With a deep-rooted connection to their community and a genuine love for animals, Deer Park Animal Hospital has proudly served the Southeast Houston, Texas area since 1972, building lasting relationships through dedicated service and genuine care for animals

Deer Park Animal Hospital has proudly served the Southeast Houston, Texas area since 1972 — over 50 years of service. The communities served include Deer Park, La Porte, Pasadena, Seabrook, Baytown, Houston, Crosby, and more. Dr. Dale Lonsford has been the proud owner of Deer Park Animal Hospital since 1978; he graduated from Texas A&M University Veterinary College in 1972, followed by service in the U.S. Army Veterinary Corps for 3 years. Dr. Charmel Rodick is one of Dr. Lonsford's daughters and co-owner of the clinic, and Dr. Dominique Gras joined the team immediately following her graduation from Texas A&M in 2009 and is now a co-owner

Mission — We are committed to the highest quality health care possible for our patients and to the caring, considerate treatment of their owners, our clients

Team at a glance

4
Veterinarians (DVM)
3
Licensed technicians
25
Support staff
32
Total team

Individual names, titles & bios are in the practice intelligence layer below.

Technology & equipment

Digital Radiographs (X-rays)Abdominal UltrasoundCardiac (Heart) UltrasoundsEndoscopic ExamsFull In-House Lab / Outside LabLaser SurgeryLaparoscopic ProceduresDental Radiographs (X-Rays)Rehabilitation & Laser Therapy

Services in detail

Preventative ServicesHealth and Well-Pet ExaminationsVaccinationsHealthy Pet ProgramsHeartworm PreventativesFlea PreventativesNutrition & Weight Management CounselingGeriatric Pet CareMicrochippingDrop Off ServicesInternal Medicine & DiagnosticsDigital Radiographs (X-rays)Abdominal UltrasoundCardiac (Heart) UltrasoundsEndoscopic ExamsFull In-House Lab / Outside LabSurgerySpay, Neuter, and Other Elective ProceduresGeneral and Orthopedic SurgeriesLaser SurgeryEar Cropping and Declaw SurgeriesLaparoscopic ProceduresLaparoscopic SpayLaparoscopic GastropexyLaparoscopic BiopsiesLaparoscopic Ear Cleanings/VisualizationDental CareDental Radiographs (X-Rays)Dental ProductsRehabilitation & Laser TherapyAvian Medicine SurgeryExotics (Pocket Pets, Lizards, & Snakes)BehaviorGroomingBoarding & Group PlayParties & Educational DaysOnline Store – Pharmacy, Food, Treats/Chews & Supplies

Memberships

Harris County Veterinary Medical AssociationTexas Veterinary Medical Association

Appointments & hours

Open 6 Days a Week — Monday 7am – 7pm, Tuesday 7am – 7pm, Wednesday 7am – 6pm, Thursday 7am – 7pm, Friday 7am – 7pm, Saturday 8am – 4pm, Sunday Closed. Serving our community Monday-Friday (7am – 7pm) and Saturday (8am – 4pm)

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Frequently asked

Is Deer Park Animal Hospital accepting new patients?+

Yes — Deer Park Animal Hospital is currently accepting new patients.

Does Deer Park Animal Hospital treat exotic pets?+

Yes — Deer Park Animal Hospital offers care for exotic pets in addition to small animals.

What services does Deer Park Animal Hospital offer?+

Deer Park Animal Hospital offers General Practice, Wellness, Vaccination, Spay Neuter, Surgery, Dentistry, Imaging, In House Lab, and more.

When was Deer Park Animal Hospital established?+

Deer Park Animal Hospital has served the Deer Park, TX community since 1972.

What reviewers say

88% Positive sentiment
based on 633 reviews

The practice features a spacious, modern, and very clean facility with convenient parking and specialized capabilities such as laparoscopic procedures. The veterinary team is consistently described as exceptionally compassionate, knowledgeable, and thorough, providing clear explanations and attentive end-of-life care. While the staff and veterinarians receive overwhelming praise for their handling of emergencies and everyday care across multiple species, some visitors experience occasional scheduling difficulties, longer wait times, high pricing, and variability in front desk demeanor.

Frequently praised for

Compassionate StaffKnowledgeable VetsThorough ExplanationsClean FacilityGood With Anxious PetsGreat Emergency ResponseStrong Followup

Aggregated from reviewer feedback across multiple sources.

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Data as of July 2026. VetPulse aggregates public-record and licensing data; it does not represent the practice directly.