Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Emergency
services
Your Trusted Veterinarian in Houston, TX
Northwest Animal Hospital has been a trusted partner in pet healthcare since 1972, dedicated to providing comprehensive veterinary services for cats, dogs, exotics, and large animals. Our team of experienced veterinarians, led by Dr. Molly O'Bannion, prioritizes compassionate care, preventive medicine, and advanced treatment options like cold laser therapy and acupuncture. We serve Houston and surrounding communities including Tomball, Spring, and The Woodlands, offering annual wellness exams, dentistry, surgery, and farm animal house calls.Our commitment to affordable care includes military and senior discounts while maintaining high standards of expertise through continuous professional development. With decades of combined experience, we focus on building long-term relationships with pet families through transparent communication and individualized treatment plans.
Services
Dentistry
Surgery
Cold Laser Therapy
Pet Acupuncture
Exotic Care
Large Animal Care
Herbal Medicine
Vaccinations
Nutritional Advice
Preventive Care
Details
- Year established: 1972
Highlights and features
- Established in 1972 with continuous family-owned operation
- Experienced team treats cats, dogs, exotics, and large animals
- Offers both traditional and holistic treatment options
- Provides preventive care and specialized services under one roof
- Award-winning customer service with military and senior discounts
What people say
Professional and friendly staff
Pleasant experience for pets
Experienced team
Personalized care
Excellent customer service
Services
Dentistry
Our comprehensive dental cleanings under general anesthesia prevent gum disease and systemic infections in pets. Annual visits include plaque removal, digital x-rays, and tooth extractions when necessary. We provide home care guidance with dental chews, water additives, and specialized diets to maintain oral health between professional cleanings.
Cold Laser Therapy
This non-invasive therapy accelerates healing for arthritis, wounds, and post-surgical recovery using low-level light frequencies. Treatment sessions lasting 10-20 minutes stimulate cell regeneration and improve circulation without sedation. Most pets experience immediate relief with noticeable improvements after one session for various musculoskeletal and dermatological conditions.
Exotics Care
We provide specialized care for birds, reptiles, and small mammals with experienced handling techniques. Services include beak trimming, habitat counseling, and species-specific wellness exams. Our team addresses dietary needs, disease prevention, and emergency treatment for exotic animals, referring complex cases to trusted specialists in the region.
Large Animal Care
Our veterinarians provide on-site care for horses, cattle, and poultry with routine checkups and emergency farm visits. Services include vaccinations, horn trimming, and treatment for respiratory issues, colic, and prolapses. Dr. O'Bannion's FFA experience ensures expert care for livestock while maintaining local agricultural community partnerships.
Pet Acupuncture
Traditional Chinese Medicine techniques address chronic pain, allergies, and nerve damage through strategic needle placement. We combine acupuncture with herbal therapy and moxibustion for enhanced treatment outcomes. This holistic approach improves lymphatic function and reduces inflammation without pharmaceutical side effects for various pet health conditions.
People
Dr. Molly O'Bannion
Owner/Veterinarian
Dr. O'Bannion has practiced veterinary medicine since 1972 with a special interest in large animal care and Traditional Chinese Medicine. She leads our team with extensive experience treating all companion animals while serving as a Texas FFA Association veterinarian.
Dr. Peggy Huckabee
Veterinarian
Dr. Huckabee provides compassionate care for small and exotic animals, focusing on preventive medicine and individualized treatment plans. Her expertise ensures quality healthcare delivery across multiple pet species during routine and emergency visits.
Questions
What types of animals do you treat?
We treat cats, dogs, birds, reptiles, small mammals, and farm animals with specialized care tailored to each species' unique needs.
Do you offer emergency veterinary services?
Yes, we provide urgent care services. Please call us immediately for emergencies outside regular business hours.
Are preventive care services included?
Annual wellness exams, vaccinations, parasite prevention, and nutritional counseling are core components of our preventive care programs.
What payment methods do you accept?
We accept major credit cards, cash, and CareCredit financing. Specific payment details are available upon request.
Do you provide surgical services?
We perform spay/neuter procedures and soft tissue surgeries, including dental extractions and foreign object removal under general anesthesia.
Are house calls available for large animals?
Yes, we offer farm visits for livestock wellness exams, vaccinations, and emergency treatment in the Houston area.
Reviews (5)
Liz Jimenez
Nov 20, 2021
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Excellent care. They actually take the time to listen . That’s so rare these days . I recommend it to everybody
Denise Michelle
Nov 02, 2021
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Made an appt at two pm because they said it was the only one available the same week I called. I asked if I they had an appointment at 230 or 3 pm and they said no. So I show up sharp at two pm the vet tech takes weight of my pet and says the vet will be in soon. An hour later I am still there while several people have had their pets seen. Their was no respect of my time and honestly this has been a first. Never coming back!No apologies, no accountability.
Me Myself
Oct 22, 2021
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They never disappoint!!!!! Never had a steady vet before because my visits were usually dry and judgemental because they think the strays i bring in on bad condition sometimes are my negligence. At this clinic people are so gentle and I LOVE how they call my pets BABIES OR MY CHILDREN. THEY GET IT!! I LOVE MY PETS AND I love NW Animal Hospital!! I recommend 100% Lucky, Robin, and Snowy are grateful for y'all today. Thanks for keeping my pets healthy and informing me of everything.
TraLa LawGrrl
Aug 31, 2021
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I have taken my pets here for years. They are compassionate, reasonably-priced, and wont recommend unnecessary things.
Brian Nguyen
Aug 20, 2021
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My wife and I are so impressed with this animal hospital! We have been to two other doctors within the past 6 months due to our dogs allergies and they attempted to give her different medications, lotions, ear drops, etc and it did nothing. She was constantly scratching herself at night to the point where her skin was bleeding, her ears were crusty, her paws were super red and inflamed, and we noticed a decrease in her energy level. We were referred by our dog trainer to see a doctor at Northwest Animal hospital. Within three days after seeing Dr. Calhoon, were already seeing positive results
