River Oaks
Veterinary Clinic & Urgent Care in Houston, TX
We are excited to be your new neighbor at CityVet | River Oaks! We are committed to being your personal partner in petcare by utilizing the latest advancements and techniques. We understand that your pets are a crucial part of your family, and we treat them as we treat our own! At CityVet, we offer a wide range of veterinary services, including preventive care, dental care, surgery, and more. We strive to bring you and your pets a kind and comforting environment, and we are conveniently located west of downtown Houston in River Oaks and easily accessible from surrounding areas. If you’re looking for a top-tier vet clinic that values the relationship between you, us, and your fur babies, look no further!
IS IT URGENT?
WE CAN HELP.
- WALK-INS WELCOMED
- SAME-DAY APPOINTMENTS AVAILABLE
- EXTENDED HOURS
- SAME GREAT CITYVET SERVICE AND WELCOMING ENVIRONMENT
We Offer
VET CARE
URGENT CARE
PET FOOD
& SUPPLIES
- Monday 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
- Tuesday - Wednesday Closed
- Thursday - Sunday 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
- Monday 1:00 PM - 7:00 PM
- Thursday - Sunday 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
The clinic itself was very clean and welcoming, which gave me confidence right away. Most importantly, the diagnosis was accurate in a very tough and concerning situation, and that made all the difference. Kristian showed genuine commitment to helping my dog no matter where we were, and I felt supported every step of the way.
I am so grateful for the kindness, professionalism, and exceptional care we received. I highly recommend CityVet River Oaks and Kristen Cleary to anyone looking for a veterinarian team that truly goes above and beyond for their patients and their families.
Last year, Dr. Cleary helped us through an incredibly difficult time when our dog was experiencing kidney failure. She guided us through a heartbreaking situation with compassion and honesty, and we will always be grateful for the care she gave Sadie.
Now, she is helping us make sure our new dog gets the care she needs, and we feel so fortunate to have her as our vet. We would absolutely recommend Dr. Cleary to anyone looking for a regular veterinarian or needing urgent care. She genuinely cares about her patients and the people who love them.
We had the sweetest visit with Pattie today! 🥰 She’s got the cutest face, the happiest little smile, and a personality that’s impossible not to love. 💕🐶
#Pattie #CityVetRiverOaks #CityVet #PetOfTheWeek #HappyPup #SweetGirl #DogLovers #PuppyLove #VetVisit #VeterinaryCare #HoustonDogs #HoustonPets #PetLife #DogsofInstagram #GoodGirl 🐶💜
Aug 31
🐾 Fun Fact Friday! 🪱✨
Parasites may be tiny, but they can cause some big problems for our furry friends! 🐶🐱 Swipe through today’s slides to learn more about intestinal parasites and how to keep your pets happy, healthy, and parasite-free. 💚
#FunFactFriday #CityVetRiverOaks #PetHealth #PetCare #DogHealth #CatHealth #ParasitePrevention #VetMed
Aug 28
☀️🐾 Meet our Pet of the Week, Lilly! 💕🐶
Lilly and her sister were adopted from a shelter and came to their new family facing a tough start, both battling parasites. Thankfully, with lots of love, care, and time, Lilly made a wonderful recovery! 🥹💗
Today, she’s thriving in her forever home and bringing endless happiness to her family. Lilly is full of joy, love, and sunshine—and we couldn’t be happier to see how far this sweet girl has come! 🌈☀️🐾
Aug 28
Meet the Team! 🐾✨
Say hello to Jessica! 💕 We’re so lucky to have her as part of the City Vet River Oaks family. From caring for our patients to making sure every pet and pet parent feels comfortable, Jessica brings so much heart to everything she does. 🐶🐱
We’re so happy to have you on our team, Jessica! 💗
#MeetTheTeam #CityVetRiverOaks #TeamCityVet #VetTeam #PetCare
Aug 27
Meet Pattie 🍂🐾
Say hello to our newest patient, Pattie! 🧡 This sweet girl was recently rescued from Sunnyside Street Dogs, and we’re so happy to be part of her next chapter.
Here’s to new beginnings, lots of love, and a happy, healthy life ahead! 🐶✨ Welcome to the City Vet family, Pattie! 🍁
Aug 24
🦟✨ It’s Fun Fact Friday! ✨🦟
Think you know everything about fleas? Think again! 👀🐾
Swipe through our slides to learn more about these tiny troublemakers! 🐶🐱
#FunFactFriday #Fleas #PetHealth #PetCare #CityVetRiverOaks
Aug 21
🦟❤️ Heartworm prevention = year-round protection!
Did you know even missing just one or two doses can put your pup at risk? 🐶 Learn when your dog should be tested for heartworms and why staying on schedule with prevention is so important.
Keep your furry family member protected and talk to your veterinarian about the right heartworm prevention plan! 🩺🐾
#HeartwormPrevention #HeartwormAwareness #PetHealth #DogHealth #PreventiveCare
Aug 17
🐱✨ FUN FACT FRIDAY! ✨🐱
It’s all about FeLV today! 🐾💚
Swipe through to learn more about this important topic and how you can help keep your feline friends happy, healthy, and protected! 😻
Have questions about FeLV? Drop them below! 👇
#FunFactFriday #FeLV #FelineHealth #CatCare #CatParents #VetTips #CityVetRiverOaks #HoustonPets
Aug 14
Meet Your Doctor
Dr. Kristen Cleary
Lead Veterinarian Partner
My practice philosophy centers on providing compassionate, individualized care that addresses the complex needs of each patient at every stage of life. I am committed to a thorough, preventative approach that emphasizes early diagnosis, client education, and collaborative treatment planning to enhance both quality of life and longevity for my patients.
Education:
University of Minnesota, DVM – 2014
University of Virginia School of Law, JD – 2008
UW-Madison, BA – 2005
Language: Spanish
Pets: Addie (Plott Hound Mix)
Common Questions
Urgent Care is a service specifically designed for non-life-threatening emergencies that need quick attention. At CityVet | River Oaks our Urgent Care team provides compassionate and personalized veterinary care in a warm and welcoming environment.
CityVet | River Oaks offers a wide variety of services for your pet. Our veterinary care spans medical, dental, and surgical procedures. Additionally, we offer urgent care and in-house pharmacy services.
Yes! CityVet | River Oaks offers walk-in appointments during our urgent care hours.
Yes! We offer spay and neuter services at all our CityVet locations. Recommendations for spaying and neutering can differ depending on the type and breed of your pet. Feel free to call us at (713) 493-0255 for further details.
Our team at CityVet | River Oaks is equipped to support your animals, depending on their comfort level, we can either involve the owner or keep them separate. Using treats and positive reinforcement helps create a calm and positive experience.
Yes! CityVet | River Oaks partners with industry leaders to provide flexible and convenient payment options. We currently offer CareCredit, Affirm, and Scratch Pay payment services.
Yes! At CityVet | River Oaks offer medical boarding, for more information call us at (713) 493-0255.
Yes! In the CityVet App you can book appointments, refill prescriptions, and access your pet’s complete care profile on the go! Download the CityVet App now!
We had the sweetest visit with Pattie today! 🥰 She’s got the cutest face, the happiest little smile, and a personality that’s impossible not to love. 💕🐶
#Pattie #CityVetRiverOaks #CityVet #PetOfTheWeek #HappyPup #SweetGirl #DogLovers #PuppyLove #VetVisit #VeterinaryCare #HoustonDogs #HoustonPets #PetLife #DogsofInstagram #GoodGirl 🐶💜
Aug 31
🐾 Fun Fact Friday! 🪱✨
Parasites may be tiny, but they can cause some big problems for our furry friends! 🐶🐱 Swipe through today’s slides to learn more about intestinal parasites and how to keep your pets happy, healthy, and parasite-free. 💚
#FunFactFriday #CityVetRiverOaks #PetHealth #PetCare #DogHealth #CatHealth #ParasitePrevention #VetMed
Aug 28
☀️🐾 Meet our Pet of the Week, Lilly! 💕🐶
Lilly and her sister were adopted from a shelter and came to their new family facing a tough start, both battling parasites. Thankfully, with lots of love, care, and time, Lilly made a wonderful recovery! 🥹💗
Today, she’s thriving in her forever home and bringing endless happiness to her family. Lilly is full of joy, love, and sunshine—and we couldn’t be happier to see how far this sweet girl has come! 🌈☀️🐾
Aug 28
Meet the Team! 🐾✨
Say hello to Jessica! 💕 We’re so lucky to have her as part of the City Vet River Oaks family. From caring for our patients to making sure every pet and pet parent feels comfortable, Jessica brings so much heart to everything she does. 🐶🐱
We’re so happy to have you on our team, Jessica! 💗
#MeetTheTeam #CityVetRiverOaks #TeamCityVet #VetTeam #PetCare
Aug 27
Meet Pattie 🍂🐾
Say hello to our newest patient, Pattie! 🧡 This sweet girl was recently rescued from Sunnyside Street Dogs, and we’re so happy to be part of her next chapter.
Here’s to new beginnings, lots of love, and a happy, healthy life ahead! 🐶✨ Welcome to the City Vet family, Pattie! 🍁
Aug 24
🦟✨ It’s Fun Fact Friday! ✨🦟
Think you know everything about fleas? Think again! 👀🐾
Swipe through our slides to learn more about these tiny troublemakers! 🐶🐱
#FunFactFriday #Fleas #PetHealth #PetCare #CityVetRiverOaks
Aug 21
🦟❤️ Heartworm prevention = year-round protection!
Did you know even missing just one or two doses can put your pup at risk? 🐶 Learn when your dog should be tested for heartworms and why staying on schedule with prevention is so important.
Keep your furry family member protected and talk to your veterinarian about the right heartworm prevention plan! 🩺🐾
#HeartwormPrevention #HeartwormAwareness #PetHealth #DogHealth #PreventiveCare
Aug 17
🐱✨ FUN FACT FRIDAY! ✨🐱
It’s all about FeLV today! 🐾💚
Swipe through to learn more about this important topic and how you can help keep your feline friends happy, healthy, and protected! 😻
Have questions about FeLV? Drop them below! 👇
#FunFactFriday #FeLV #FelineHealth #CatCare #CatParents #VetTips #CityVetRiverOaks #HoustonPets
Aug 14