VCA Ashford Animal Hospital

★ 4.6 · 447 Google reviews·Animal hospital·Houston, TX
VCA Ashford Animal Hospital, Houston
Boarding
Dogs Away score9.2 /10Excellent · 447 reviews · top 70% in Houston
Sources
Behind the 9.2
Reviews read
447 on Google
Average stars
4.60 ★
Rank
#223 of 332 in Houston
Ratings as of
July–October 2026
See the reviews on Google ↗
Policies published1 of 27From their website, 2026-09-08

VCA Ashford Animal Hospital is a animal hospital in Houston, TX, offering boarding. It scores 9.2/10 (excellent) from 447 Google reviews averaging 4.6 stars — #223 of 332 in Houston. Of the 27 policies we check, its website states 1.

Veterinary practiceA vet clinic that also offers boarding.

About this place

Each VCA hospital has health and safety protocols in place based on health care best practices as well as state and local guidance and regulations.

From the business’s public profile.

Key facts

Services
VeterinaryBoardingGrooming
Type
Veterinary practice
Boarding rate
Not published
Daycare rate
Not published
Open 24 hours
No
Rank in Houston
#223 of 332
Google rating
★4.6 (447)
From downtown
14.3 mi
Neighborhood
Westside
Profile claimed on Google
Yes

Policies & requirements

1/27

1 of the 27 policies owners ask about are published on their website.Checked on their website, 2026-09-08. Open a policy to see their exact words.

Operations1 of 21 published
FeedingOwner's food encouraged
Their words
“We like to keep your pet as comfortable and on your schedule as much as possible so please feel free to bring their food and treats.”vcahospitals.com/ashford?utm_source=maps&utm_medium=organic&utm_campaign=AU_620
Show 26 policies not published on their website
Vaccinations requiredNot published on their website
Bordetella lead timeNot published on their website
Fecal / parasite testNot published on their website
Spay / neuterNot published on their website
Temperament evaluationNot published on their website
Vaccination recordsNot published on their website
Staff on site overnightNot published on their website
Staff-to-dog ratioNot published on their website
Maximum playgroup sizeNot published on their website
Staff certificationNot published on their website
Play modelNot published on their website
Groups separated byNot published on their website
Time out of their roomNot published on their website
Solo care for dogs who skip group playNot published on their website
HousingNot published on their website
Outdoor accessNot published on their website
CapacityNot published on their website
Climate controlNot published on their website
Live cameras for ownersNot published on their website
Photo / report-card updatesNot published on their website
ToursNot published on their website
Injury / fight policyNot published on their website
Veterinary accessNot published on their website
Administers medicationNot published on their website
AvailabilityNot published on their website
Online bookingNot published on their website

Policies change, so confirm anything that matters when you book. Items marked “described by reviewers” come from customers, not from the facility.

Score & reviews

9.2ExcellentDogs Away score
5 ★371
4 ★36
3 ★13
2 ★5
1 ★22
★ 4.60Google average
447reviews behind the score
★ 4.71Houston average

Higher is better. A score backed by more reviews is more reliable. Read the reviews on Google Maps. Data as of July–October 2026.

What reviewers mention most

caring staff 33thorough explanations 8reasonable cost 5senior dog care 3compassionate doctor 3nail trims 3vaccines 3comforting atmosphere 3

Topics extracted from public review text, with the number of reviews that mention each.

Who they take & how they care

Cats
Hospital offers cat boardingStated on their website

In the facility’s own words, summarized. Confirm when you book.

Hours

Mon
7 AM–6 PM
Tue
7 AM–6 PM
Wed
7 AM–6 PM
Thu
7 AM–6 PM
Fri
7 AM–6 PM
Sat
8 AM–12 PM
Sun
Closed

From the public profile, July–October 2026. Drop-off and pick-up windows can be narrower; holiday hours vary.

For travelers

HOU · Houston Hobby
20.9 mi
IAH · Houston Bush Intercontinental
23.4 mi
Weekday hours span
7 AM – 6 PM
Open Sunday
No

Straight-line miles, not driving distance. Hours span from the public profile; confirm drop-off and pick-up windows before a flight.

Location

12633 Whittington Dr, Houston, TX 77077

14.3 miles from downtown Houston · Westside · Get directions

Amenities & details

Onsite servicesWheelchair accessible parking lotWheelchair accessible restroomAppointment requiredAppointments recommended

Self-reported on the business’s public profile.

Questions about VCA Ashford Animal Hospital

What services does VCA Ashford Animal Hospital offer?
VCA Ashford Animal Hospital is listed as a animal hospital in Houston, TX, offering boarding.
How much does VCA Ashford Animal Hospital charge?
We did not find a published rate on VCA Ashford Animal Hospital's website when we checked it (2026-09-08); call the facility for pricing. For reference, the Houston median published boarding rate is $48/night across 116 facilities.
Is someone on site overnight at VCA Ashford Animal Hospital?
VCA Ashford Animal Hospital's website does not say whether a person is on site overnight (checked 2026-09-08). That is common — ask the facility directly before booking an overnight stay.
How does VCA Ashford Animal Hospital compare with other Houston facilities?
It ranks #223 of 332 in the Houston index by Dogs Away score (9.2/10, excellent), based on 447 Google reviews averaging 4.6 stars.

Cite this record

Facts on this page are sourced line by line. To reference it:

VCA Ashford Animal Hospital, Houston, TX. Dogs Away facility record, 2026-09-08. https://dogsaway.co/houston-tx/vca-ashford-animal-hospital/

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