Business Details
25 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Your Trusted Veterinarian in Fort Worth, TX
Boat Club Road Animal Hospital has been a trusted provider of veterinary care in North Fort Worth since 2001. Our mission centers on delivering high-quality, comprehensive veterinary services tailored to pets' unique needs across all life stages. With two state-of-the-art facilities in Fort Worth, we offer preventative care, advanced diagnostics, surgical procedures, and emergency treatment, supported by a dedicated team of veterinarians and staff. Our commitment to compassionate care is reflected in our extended hours, personalized communication, and on-site pet resort services.We prioritize client education, transparent pricing, and community engagement to ensure pet owners feel confident in their pets' care. Recognized for our knowledgeable team and clean, welcoming facilities, we serve as a reliable partner for pet health and wellness. Our expertise spans routine check-ups to complex medical interventions, with a focus on building long-term relationships with pets and their families.
Services
Vaccinations
Diagnostic Testing
Surgical Procedures
Dental Care
Exotic Pet Care
End-of-Life Services
Pet Boarding
Emergency Treatment
Details
- Year established: 2001
Highlights and features
- We offer 16+ years of veterinary expertise in North Fort Worth
- Our two locations provide extended weekday hours until 9PM
- We maintain AAHA-accredited facilities with on-site labs and surgical suites
- Our team provides personalized care plans for each pet's unique needs
- We offer 24/7 emergency services at both locations
What people say
Caring staff
Knowledgeable veterinarians
Clean facilities
24/7 emergency care
Personalized attention
Services
Vaccinations
Our vaccination programs protect pets against common infectious diseases through customized schedules based on age, lifestyle, and health status. We offer core vaccines for puppies/kittens, adult pets, and senior animals, with proper documentation for travel and boarding requirements. Our team explains each vaccine's purpose and potential side effects to ensure informed pet owner decisions.
Surgical Procedures
We perform routine and complex surgical procedures using modern equipment and strict safety protocols. Services include spaying/neutering, soft tissue surgery, dental extractions, and emergency interventions. Pre-anesthetic bloodwork and advanced monitoring ensure patient safety, with detailed post-operative care instructions provided for optimal recovery.
Pet Boarding
Our veterinary-supervised boarding facility offers safe, comfortable accommodations for dogs, cats, and small pets. Features include spacious suites, outdoor play areas, and regular health checks. On-site medical staff provide medication administration and emergency care when needed, giving pet owners peace of mind during travel.
Diagnostic Testing
In-house diagnostic capabilities enable rapid assessment of pet health concerns through bloodwork, urinalysis, and imaging services. Our facilities maintain digital radiography and ultrasound equipment for accurate internal evaluations, supporting timely diagnosis and treatment planning for both routine and emergency cases.
Emergency Treatment
We provide immediate veterinary care for after-hours emergencies with dedicated staff available until 9PM weekdays. Services include trauma treatment, poisoning response, and critical care stabilization. Our facilities maintain emergency equipment and surgical capabilities to handle urgent medical situations requiring immediate intervention.
People
Dr. Louisa Martin
Practice Owner
Dr. Martin founded Boat Club Road Animal Hospital in 2001 after working in wildlife rescue and hurricane relief efforts. She brings global veterinary experience from Scotland and focuses on compassionate care and community education.
Dr. Betsy Oesch
Veterinarian
Dr. Oesch provides gentle, thorough care with special attention to pet comfort during examinations. She maintains open communication with owners about treatment options and recovery expectations for her animal patients.
Questions
What are your emergency care hours?
We offer emergency services until 9PM Monday-Wednesday and 6PM Tuesday/Thursday-Friday at both locations.
Do you care for exotic pets?
Yes, our veterinarians treat exotic animals including reptiles, birds, and small mammals like guinea pigs.
What boarding options are available?
We offer supervised pet lodging with outdoor playtime, medication administration, and 24/7 veterinary oversight for dogs, cats, and pocket pets.
How do you handle dental care?
Our dental services include cleanings, extractions, and oral health assessments using modern equipment to maintain your pet's dental wellness.
Can I tour the facilities?
Yes, we welcome facility tours during regular business hours to show our clean, modern treatment areas and boarding accommodations.
Do you offer online resources?
We provide digital access to appointment scheduling, medication refills, educational materials, and email reminders through our patient portal system.
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