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Your Trusted Veterinarian in Harker Heights, TX
Aztec Pet Hospital is a premier animal hospital in Harker Heights, TX, dedicated to enriching the human-animal bond through quality medicine and client education. Our professional team provides urgent care for sick pets and preventive services like vaccinations to ensure long-term health. We serve Harker Heights, Killeen, Fort Cavazos, Copperas Cove, Belton, Temple, and surrounding areas with comprehensive veterinary care. Our services include emergency treatment, parasite prevention, nutritional counseling, and microchipping. We prioritize client education to promote responsible pet ownership and offer personalized care plans tailored to each pet's unique needs.Our experienced veterinarians, including Dr. John Kuczek and Dr. Stephanie Cabral, combine advanced technology with compassionate care. We emphasize preventive health strategies to avoid costly treatments and maintain pet wellness. Our facility features state-of-the-art diagnostic equipment and offers 24/7 emergency referrals for critical cases. We are committed to transparency, ethical practices, and building lasting relationships with pet owners through consistent, high-quality service.
Services
Urgent Care
Emergency Services
Preventive Care
Puppy & Kitten Care
Pet Microchipping
Parasite Prevention
Nutritional Counseling
Surgical Procedures
Exotic Pet Treatment
Dental Care
Highlights and features
- We provide 24/7 emergency veterinary referrals for critical pet care.
- Our team includes experienced veterinarians with specialized expertise in exotic pet care.
- We offer personalized nutritional counseling tailored to each pet's life stage.
- Our facility features advanced diagnostic equipment for rapid, accurate treatment.
- We emphasize preventive care to reduce long-term pet health risks and costs.
Services
Emergency Care
Our emergency veterinary services provide immediate attention for critical pet conditions. We offer stabilization, diagnostic testing, and surgical interventions during urgent situations. Our team coordinates with 24-hour clinics for after-hours care, ensuring continuous treatment for severe injuries, breathing difficulties, and toxin ingestion.
Preventive Care
Preventive care services include vaccinations, parasite control, and health screenings to maintain pet wellness. We develop customized vaccination schedules and deworming plans to prevent disease transmission. Regular check-ups help detect early health issues and reduce long-term medical costs through proactive management.
Nutritional Counseling
Our nutritional counseling creates tailored diet plans for pets at every life stage. We assess individual needs, recommend appropriate commercial diets, and provide calorie management guidance. Services address special requirements for growth, pregnancy, senior care, and medical conditions like diabetes or kidney disease.
Puppy & Kitten Care
Puppy and kitten care includes initial wellness exams, vaccination schedules, and parasite prevention. We provide owner education on nutrition, behavior, and training during early development stages. Follow-up visits ensure proper growth and timely completion of immunization protocols for new pet owners.
Pet Microchipping
Microchipping offers permanent pet identification through implantation of rice-sized chips under the skin. We register chips in national databases for quick reunification if pets become lost. The procedure meets international travel requirements and provides lifelong identification without maintenance needs.
People
John Kuczek
Owner/Veterinarian
Dr. John Kuczek, a Killeen native, established a mobile large animal practice before joining Fort Hood's veterinary team. He owns Aztec Pet Hospital since 2016, specializing in internal medicine and critical care while investing in advanced technology for local pet owners.
Stephanie Cabral
Veterinarian
Dr. Stephanie Cabral joined Aztec in 2020 after 7.5 years in central Texas veterinary practice. She specializes in exotic pet care and graduated from Texas A&M's veterinary program. She enjoys working with diverse animal cases and educating pet owners about specialized care needs.
Rachel Sims
Veterinarian
Dr. Rachel Sims brings expertise in microbiology and animal science to Aztec. A military brat with Texas roots, she graduated from Midwestern University's veterinary program. She treats companion animals and focuses on continuing education to improve diagnostic and treatment approaches for pet patients.
Kamen Keegan
Veterinarian
Dr. Kamen Keegan, originally from Bulgaria, has 12 years of small animal experience in Texas. He previously taught veterinary technology and worked in bacteriological research. His practice emphasizes compassionate care for dogs and cats using modern medical techniques.
Danielle Vaden Anderson
Veterinarian
Dr. Danielle Vaden Anderson joined Aztec in 2022 after graduating from Texas A&M's veterinary program. A first-generation student, she focuses on companion animal medicine and plans to pursue public health studies. She advocates for One Health concepts connecting human, animal, and environmental wellness.
Questions
What emergency veterinary services do you offer?
We provide urgent care for critical conditions like trauma, breathing difficulties, and toxin ingestion during business hours. For after-hours emergencies, we refer clients to 24-hour clinics while ensuring treatment continuity.
What preventive care services do you recommend?
Our preventive services include vaccinations, parasite control, dental check-ups, and nutritional counseling. We create customized wellness plans to prevent diseases and maintain long-term pet health through regular examinations.
Do you treat exotic pets?
Yes, we offer specialized care for exotic animals. Dr. Stephanie Cabral provides treatment tailored to unique species' medical needs while educating owners about proper husbandry and nutrition requirements.
How does pet microchipping work?
Microchipping involves implanting a rice-sized device under the skin for permanent identification. We register the chip in national databases to help reunite lost pets with owners quickly and efficiently.
What puppy/kitten care services do you provide?
We offer initial wellness exams, deworming, vaccination schedules, and owner education. Our team guides new pet owners through early development stages and schedules follow-up visits for continued health monitoring.
How do you handle parasite prevention?
We recommend monthly preventives like Heartgard and Nexgard while creating customized plans based on environmental risks. Our services include testing, treatment, and education about flea, tick, and heartworm prevention strategies.
