About Central Houston Animal Hospital
We are committed to promoting responsible pet ownership, preventative health care and health-related educational opportunities for our clients through our client education and Pet Portals. Please take a moment to contact us today, to learn more about our veterinary practice and to find out more information about how Central Houston Animal Hospital can serve the needs of you and your cherished pet.
On-Site Veterinarians
Dr. Lucy Faulkner
Central Houston Animal Hospital is owned by Dr. Lucy Faulkner, a native of Tennessee. Her undergraduate degree is a BS from the University of North Carolina, Cum Laude. She earned her graduate degree from the University of Tennessee, College of Veterinary Medicine in her hometown of Knoxville, TN in 2000. Dr. Faulkner relocated to Texas in 2001 and continued to practice small animal medicine in College Station and later in Cypress, Texas. She is very passionate about internal medicine and excels in diagnostics and soft tissue surgery. Since 2001, she has been involved in various rescue organizations and has continued that work here at Central Houston Animal Hospital. Dr. Faulkner enjoys working with animals and educating their owners to ensure happy and healthy pets. She lives in Houston with her husband, son and three dogs and spends some of her free time riding and showing her horses.
Dr. Darcy Reid
Dr. Darcy Reid was born in San Diego and has lived in Texas for over 25 years. She received her undergraduate degree in business and went on to obtain her veterinary degree from Texas A&M University, Magna Cum Laude in 2002. She enjoys following her patients from pediatrics to geriatrics and excels in long term management of chronic diseases. Practicing at Central Houston Animal Hospital since 2004, she has enjoyed building client relationships and being a part of such a wonderful team. When not taking care of animals, she is taking care of all her boys – her husband, two sons, and pets Harry and Queso.
Dr. Rhonda Mitchell
Dr. Rhonda Mitchell, a native of Canada, received her DVM degree in 2000 from the Ontario Veterinary College at the University of Guelph in Ontario, Canada. She moved to the United States in 2000 and has been practicing in Texas since. Her veterinary career started in College Station. She later joined the Central Houston team in 2005. Dr. Mitchell is an excellent clinician and soft tissue surgeon. She thoroughly enjoys working with dogs, cats and exotics and has a fine pet menagerie of her own at home.
Dr. Dayna Baxter
Dr. Dayna Baxter, originally from Boston, MA, made the journey to TX to attend veterinary college at Texas A&M, graduating with high honors in 2009. She received a BS in animal sciences from Amherst, MA, where she developed her agricultural veterinary skills working primarily with goats and dairy cattle. Dr. Baxter has a diverse species background and is known by many to be passionate and enthusiastic about her field of work. After graduating from TAMU, she has worked in both general and emergency small animal practices with a strong focus on surgery. Dr. Baxter loves educating clients and excels clinically in diagnostic pathology, internal medicine and soft tissue surgery. Since starting at Central Houston Animal Hospital in May 2011, Dr. Baxter has taken a large role in assisting local rescue groups with the rehabilitation of neglected and abused rescue animals - a facet of practice she holds near and dear to her heart. When she is not working, Dr. Baxter enjoys kayaking, traveling and spending time with her husband, 2 daughters, and 2 dogs: Jess and Holly.
From the 1930's to Today
We have been providing high quality veterinary care to the inner loop Houston area since the 1930’s when Dr. R.D. Ward began Ward Memorial Veterinary Practice. The practice was renamed Central Houston Animal Hospital and was relocated to the current location on Westheimer in the early 1970’s. Prior to becoming our current home, the building served as a local dry cleaner and a furniture retail store. In 2008, Dr. Lucy Faulkner purchased Central Houston Animal Hospital and is committed to continuing to provide the highest quality veterinary care possible by focusing on the individual patient and owner’s concerns. Our staff of doctors, veterinary technicians, receptionist, and kennel technicians works as a team to provide a stress free environment for our clients and patients.
