Driven by Relationships · Since 1974

A Higher Standard for Large & Small Animal Services in Bastrop, TX

Dogs, cats, horses, cows, goats, and nearly everything in between — Bastrop Veterinary Hospital has cared for the people and pets of Bastrop County for over 50 years. Our 7-doctor mixed animal practice combines big-city standards with small-town relationships, right here at home.
AVMA Member
Highest professional standards
1974
Established 1974
52 years serving Bastrop County
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4.9
on 320+ Google reviews
USDA-Accredited
TB, Brucellosis & certificates
What We Do

Vet Services at Bastrop Veterinary Hospital

From companion animals to working livestock, our 7-doctor team provides full-spectrum care for every kind of family in Central Texas.

Veterinarian examining a dog at Bastrop Veterinary Hospital
Dogs & Cats

Companion Animals

Comprehensive medical, surgical, and dental care for dogs and cats — backed by in-house diagnostics.

Bastrop Veterinary Hospital veterinarian caring for a horse at a Central Texas ranch
Equine & Livestock

Large Animals

USDA-accredited care for cattle, horses, goats, and small ruminants — on-farm and in-clinic.

Veterinarian examining an exotic pet at Bastrop Veterinary Hospital
Pocket & Exotic

Pocket Pets & Exotics

Wellness, parasite control, nutrition, and minor procedures for birds, reptiles, and small mammals.

Dog enjoying boarding at Bastrop Veterinary Hospital
Boarding · Grooming

Boarding & Grooming

Trusted boarding with on-site medical oversight, plus professional grooming for dogs and cats.

The People Behind the Practice

Meet the Doctors

Seven veterinarians. One team. The doctors who have known your animals for generations — and the ones who will know your next one.

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Doctors on staffAVMA members & USDA-accredited veterinarians, proud to serve our local community.

Dr. Jeff Schroeder, DVM — Owner and mixed-animal veterinarian at Bastrop Veterinary Hospital
Associate
Dr. Jeff Schroeder
DVM · Since 1999

Deep Bastrop County roots, with 30+ years of practice.

Dr. Lesha Dawson, DVM — Owner and companion-animal veterinarian at Bastrop Veterinary Hospital
Owner
Dr. Lesha Dawson
DVM · Owner since 2020

Joined the team in 2017, owner since 2020. Loves the variety vet medicine provides.

Dr. Alyzabeth Schwettman, DVM — Owner and large-animal veterinarian at Bastrop Veterinary Hospital
Owner
Dr. Alyzabeth Schwettman
DVM · Owner since 2020

Owner since 2020. Texas A&M trained, raised on the family farm in Denton, TX.

Dr. Darren Weiss, DVM — Owner and mixed-animal veterinarian at Bastrop Veterinary Hospital
Owner
Dr. Darren Weiss
DVM · Owner since 2004

Owner since 2004. Cum Laude Texas A&M graduate.

Dr. Alexi Wahl, DVM — Associate mixed-animal veterinarian at Bastrop Veterinary Hospital
Associate
Dr. Alexi Wahl
DVM · Associate Veterinarian

Practicing since 2019. AVMA & TVMA member from Georgetown, TX.

Dr. Cassandra Burghardt, DVM at Bastrop Veterinary Hospital
Associate
Dr. Cassandra Burghardt
DVM · Texas A&M Summa Cum Laude

With BVH since 2019. Special interest in dermatology and preventative herd health.

Dr. Selina Rivera, DVM at Bastrop Veterinary Hospital
Associate
Dr. Selina Rivera
DVM · Food Animal Cert

Joined BVH in 2024. Passion for large-animal reproduction — especially cattle — and small-animal surgery.

The Whole Team

Plus our techs, assistants & client care

Love Knows No Size

Animals We Care For

From your family’s golden retriever to your prize-winning heifer — we bring elite medicine to every patient in Central Texas.

Friendly dog patient
Dogs
Wellness · Surgery · Dental
Cat being examined
Cats
Quiet, gentle exams
Horse in pasture
Horses
Equine · On-farm visits
Cow on Texas ranch
Cattle
Herd health · USDA tests
Goat looking at camera
Goats & Sheep
Small ruminants
Colorful parrot
Exotics
Birds · Reptiles · Pocket Pets
Driven by Relationships

Your Trusted Veterinarian in Bastrop, TX

Bastrop Veterinary Hospital is a 7-doctor mixed animal practice serving Bastrop County since 1974. Proud to serve our local community, our AVMA-member team provides full-spectrum veterinary care for dogs, cats, horses, cattle, goats, small ruminants, and exotic pets — including USDA-accredited services like TB testing, Brucellosis testing, and health certificates.

This community is our home. Our doors have been open to the people and pets of Bastrop since 1974, and through every decade we have held a simple guiding principle: put people and pets first. We are proud to serve our local community — decisions are made based on what’s best for you, your pet, your family, and our neighbors.

We love practicing in a small town, and we believe the people and pets here deserve the same level of care you’d find at the most advanced practices in big cities. Family only gets the best — and to us, you are family.

Preventive wellness care at Bastrop Veterinary Hospital

Community-Focused

52 YEARS
Caring for Bastrop
since 1974
Kind Words

Why Bastrop Pet Owners Trust Us

For over 50 years, families across Bastrop County have trusted our team with the pets and livestock they love.

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4.9 / 5.0 · 320+ Google reviews

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I’m so grateful for the excellent service at Bastrop Veterinary! I was able to get an appointment quickly for our dog, Casper. Dr. Darren Weiss and his assistant Deanna were attentive, kind, and truly listened to our concerns. They treated Casper with great care, and Dr. Weiss showed genuine concern for our dog throughout the visit — something that’s rare to find in a veterinarian. I’m very thankful and happy with the experience. This will definitely be our go-to place for Casper’s care. 100% recommended!

Johana Nunez
Casper's family
Google Review
★★★★★

My dog always has the best experience, and Liz at the front desk is genuinely the sweetest. I’m a very nervous person so I ask a lot of questions and she answers them all with such patience. She makes a stressful situation like having to head to the vet so much easier to deal with.

Jasmine Bailey
Dog Owner
Google
★★★★★

Dr. Dawson has been such a kind and thoughtful vet for our dog, Marshall. Thanks for helping us through some tricky problems!

Alex Henley
Marshall's family
Google
After-Hours Emergency

Pet emergency outside our hours?

Call us first at (512) 321-5386. For after-hours care, we keep a vetted list of emergency facilities in Austin, Round Rock, College Station, and Elgin we trust with our own animals.

Visit Us

Right on Hwy 95 in Bastrop

Clinic Hours
Mon – Fri7:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Saturday8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
SundayClosed
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to questions Bastrop County families ask most.

Still have questions?

Our team is happy to help by phone during business hours, or you can request an appointment online any time.

Bastrop Veterinary Hospital is a 7-doctor mixed animal practice. Our veterinarians provide care for companion animals (dogs and cats), large animals (cattle, horses, goats, and other small ruminants), and pocket pets and exotics (birds, reptiles, small mammals). We have served Bastrop County since 1974.

We are open Saturdays from 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM and closed on Sundays. Our weekday hours are Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. For after-hours emergencies, please see our list of recommended emergency facilities in Austin, Round Rock, College Station, and Elgin.

Yes. Our veterinarians are USDA-accredited, which allows us to provide services that many area veterinarians cannot — including TB testing, Brucellosis testing and vaccination, Coggins testing, and writing health certificates for livestock sales, shows, and movement across state lines.

Yes. We offer both in-hospital and in-home euthanasia services. Many pets feel most comfortable in their own surroundings, and our doctor and technician can come to you for your pet’s final moments. We also provide hospice guidance and cremation services. Please call us to discuss this offering.

Yes, we are accepting new clients. Request an appointment online or call us at (512) 321-5386.